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Home My WebLink AboutMINUTES - 09152015 - C.48RECOMMENDATION(S): APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment & Human Services Department Director, or designee, to apply for and accept funding from the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families in an amount not to exceed $809,585 for Early Head Start supplemental funding for the term January 1, 2016 through June 30, 2016. FISCAL IMPACT: The County, as Grantee, is required to generate a 20% non-federal in-kind match not to exceed $161,917 (see chart below). This match is achieved through collaboration with State Child Development programs and the volunteer hours accrued by Head Start parents and community partners. CFDA # 93.708 APPROVE OTHER RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE Action of Board On: 09/15/2015 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED OTHER Clerks Notes: VOTE OF SUPERVISORS AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, District IV Supervisor ABSENT:Mary N. Piepho, District III Supervisor Federal D. Glover, District V Supervisor Contact: CSB (925) 681-6346 I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date shown. ATTESTED: September 15, 2015 David Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Chris Heck, Deputy cc: Ericka Ramirez, Christina Reich, Cassandra Youngblood C. 48 To:Board of Supervisors From:Kathy Gallagher, Employment & Human Services Director Date:September 15, 2015 Contra Costa County Subject:2016 Early Head Start Childcare Partnerships grant FISCAL IMPACT: (CONT'D) Early Head Start Childcare Partnership funding Federal $647,668 = 80% Match (In-Kind) $161,917 = 20% Grand Total $809,585 = 100% In-Kind match is 20% of total funding BACKGROUND: Contra Costa County submits an application annually to the U.S. Health and Human Services Department, Administration for Children and Families (ACF) as the Head Start grantee. The board approved the 2016 grantee application on August 18, 2015. ACF routinely provides expanded funding opportunities throughout the program year. This board order is to seek approval to submit an application to ACF for the Early Head Start Childcare partnership program. The Policy Council will review the grant application for approval on September 26, 2015 and the application will be submitted to ACF on October 1, 2015. CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION: If not approved, funding will be lost to enhance services within the County Early Head Start program. CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT: The Community Services Bureau of the Employment & Human Services Department’s Head Start program supports three of Contra Costa County’s community outcomes - Outcome 1: “Children Ready for and Succeeding in School,” Outcome 3: “Families that are Economically Self-sufficient,” and, Outcome 4: “Families that are Safe, Stable, and Nurturing.” These outcomes are achieved by offering comprehensive services, including high quality early childhood education, nutrition, and health services to low-income children throughout Contra Costa County. ATTACHMENTS 16 pt grant narrative 2015 EHS-CC PARTNERSHIP Grant 16-Point Narrative 8-8-14 Contra Costa County Employment & Human Services Department Community Services Bureau 2015 Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships Funding Application EXECUTIVE SUMMARY INCOMING FUNDS NARRATIVE STATEMENT 1. PROJECT/PROGRAM TITLE. Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships Funding Application for Budget Period January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015. 2. FUNDING AGENCY. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS). 3. SUBMITTAL STATUS. This is a submission of application for Early Head Start Child Care Partnership grant funding for FY 2015. 4. PROPOSED TERM. Funding must be requested annually. The standard one year budget period is from January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015. The budget summary is below. 5. CURRENT FUNDING. Funding for Early Head Start is provided by federal dollars. Contra Costa County, as Grantee, is required to generate a 20% non-federal match of the total project budget, which may be in cash or in-kind contributions, fairly valued. 6. FUTURE FUNDING. An application for continuation grant funding must be submitted each year. 7. BUDGET SUMMARY Budget Categories: FY 2015 EHS Program Operation Personnel $ 263,261 Fringe Benefits $ 207,713 T & TA $ 25,907 Travel $ - 0 - Supplies $ 14,400 Contractual $ 436,800 Other $ 59,600 Sub-Total of Direct Charges $1,007,681 Indirect Costs $ 54,495 Total Federal Amount Being Requested $1,062,176 Non-Federal Share $ 265,544 Total Federal and Non-Federal $1,327,720 2015 EHS-CC PARTNERSHIP Grant 16-Point Narrative 8-8-14 2 8. STAFFING REQUIREMENTS. As Grantee, Contra Costa County operates the Head Start Program, which is administered and staffed by the Employment & Human Services Department, Community Services Bureau. 9. PROGRAM NEED. The Community Services Bureau serves the needs of low- income children (3-5 years of age under Head Start, and prenatal - 3 yrs under Early Head Start) and their families, by providing quality childcare, child development, and other services such as medical, mental health and dental needs. 10. RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER PROGRAMS. The Community Services Bureau’s Head Start program combines Federal Head Start and State Child Development funding into one cohesive program. The Bureau also has strong collaborations with other departments within the County and partners with community based organizations, local private businesses, schools, non-profits, and volunteer organizations. 11. PROJECT GOALS. (Same goals and objectives for both Head Start and Early Head Start) Goal 1: Poor health and nutrition are significantly correlated to children and f amilies living in poverty. CSB will address the need to improve indicators of nutritional health through increased education, and physical activity. Goal 2: Disabilities and mental health needs continue to trend upwards. CSB will expand mental health and disabilities assessment, treatment and case management linkage opportunities for children and families. Goal 3: Exposure to violence has a lasting impact on children’s development including their emotional, mental and physical health. CSB seeks to provide positive and enduring change that increases child attachment by providing services to promote the safety and well-being of children and families. Goal 4: CSB will provide ongoing learning opportunities to enhance employees’ career development and assist in meeting new job requirements. 12. STATED OBJECTIVES. By July 2015, CSB will engage in an obesity prevention and early intervention program which will focus on physical activity and healthy eating habits. By July 2015, CSB will implement a family education component to its curriculum that focuses on the importance of being physically active and eating nutritio us meals and snacks. By July 2015, CSB will collaborate with community partners to provide classroom-based support in understanding and supporting the social -emotional development of children. By December 2014, CSB will implement the use of Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) screenings for all infants/toddlers and preschool-age children who are non- responsive to audiometric screenings. By July 2016, CSB will implement an autism screening in an effort to link children and families to the appropriate interventions. By December 2014, CSB will implement an in-reach program at the Contra Costa 2015 EHS-CC PARTNERSHIP Grant 16-Point Narrative 8-8-14 3 County Detention Facilities in partnership with Contra Costa County Probation and the County Office of Education. By July 2016, CSB will enhance its violence prevention and saf ety program for children, families, and staff. By December 2014, CSB will begin the Family Development Credential training program to Comprehensive Services staff. Through September 30, 2018, CSB will continue to support teaching staff in pursuit of their degrees through leveraging of resources and ongoing partnerships with community colleges. 13. ACTIVITY SUMMARY. Program continues to provide high-quality services. 14. EVALUATION METHOD(S). Measurable, results-based child and family outcomes have been implemented, such as the required State of California’s Desired Results Developmental Profile, for programs providing services through collaboration with the State of California Department of Education. 15. CHANGES COMPARED TO PRIOR YEAR (if any). Goals and Objectives cover FY 2013 – FY 2018. Policy Council has been involved in the development, review and evaluation process of the goals and objectives. 16. POTENTIAL CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES. None. Public perception of the Head Start and Early Head Start programs remain positive. The Policy Council executive committee will approve submission of this grant at their August 12, 2014 meeting and the full Policy Council body will ratify the approval at their September 17, 2014 meeting.