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September 14, 2021 |
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SUBJECT
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COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM GRANTS (DISTRICT: 3)
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OVERVIEW
The County of San Diego is fortunate to have an opportunity to reinvest taxpayer money into our
communities for the benefit of the public. This action will assist the County in meeting the needs
of the community.
RECOMMENDATION(S)
SUPERVISOR TERRA LAWSON-REMER
1. Allocate $25,000 from the Community Enhancement Program budget (Org 12900) to Encinitas4Equality to support the staff salary and rental fees of their office which showcases local artist, on site tutoring for the youth, a community garden, and educational meetings for the community.
2. Allocate $50,000 from the Community Enhancement Program budget (Org 12900) to Labor’s Training and Community Development Alliance to cover the cost of staff, stipends for volunteers and outreach material for their COVID-19 awareness program in the City of Escondido.
3. Find that the grants have a public purpose.
4. Authorize the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer/Chief Financial Officer to execute grant agreements or amendments to agreements with the organizations awarded grants establishing terms for receipt of the funds described above and to make minor amendments to the agreements that are consistent with the general purpose of the grants but do not increase the grants.
EQUITY IMPACT STATEMENT
We recognize the systemic impacts that inequitable policies may create for residents in San Diego County. These proposed allocations of funds are intended to improve the quality of life and economic conditions throughout the County by providing funds for nonprofits whose work addresses inequities, promotes qualify of life and improves outcomes that align with the vision of our county. Organizations were chosen based on their location or the demographics they serve with a focus on organizations that focus on vulnerable community members, and economic development. The organizations that were chosen work to promote a sense of belonging and utilize equity in their operations, outreach and programs. Their supporting documents were reviewed as well as impact reports and community testimony.
FISCAL IMPACT
The fiscal impact of these recommendations is $75,000 from the Community Enhancement Program budget (Org 12900). Funds for these requests are included in the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Operational Plan for the Community Enhancement Program (Org 12900). The funding source is Transient Occupancy Tax Revenues. These actions will not result in the addition of staff years or other costs.
BUSINESS IMPACT STATEMENT
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Details
ADVISORY BOARD STATEMENT
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BACKGROUND
Encinitas4Equality
Encinitas4Equality mission is to educate, organize and mobilize our communities to disassemble structural racism and oppression through solidarity and service. Today’s allocation of $25,000 from the Community Enhancement Program (Org 12900) will support the cost of rental fees for their Collective Community Center and staff salary. Encinitas4Equality hosts community events, tutoring service, community garden and local artist throughout the year which are open to all.
Labor’s Training and Community Development Alliance
The mission of the Labor Training and Community Development Alliance is to provide education, training and advocacy regarding employee rights for all working people. Today’s allocation of $50,000 from the Community Enhancement Program (Org 12900) will support the cost of staffing, stipends for volunteers and the cost of outreach material for their COVID-19 awareness program in the City of Escondido. They will be targeting high census track areas where vaccination efforts are needed and information about COVID-19 testing is included.
LINKAGE TO THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO STRATEGIC PLAN
These grants provide an opportunity for the Board of Supervisors to assist worthy organizations that promote the County’s vision of a region that is safe, healthy, and thriving.
Respectfully submitted,
TERRA LAWSON-REMER
Supervisor, Third District
ATTACHMENT(S)
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AGENDA ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
REQUIRES FOUR VOTES: ☐ Yes ☒ No
WRITTEN DISCLOSURE PER COUNTY CHARTER SECTION 1000.1 REQUIRED
☐ Yes ☒ No
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PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOARD ACTIONS: N/A |
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BOARD POLICIES APPLICABLE: Board Policy B-58 |
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BOARD POLICY STATEMENTS: N/A |
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MANDATORY COMPLIANCE: N/A |
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ORACLE AWARD NUMBER(S) AND CONTRACT AND/OR REQUISITION NUMBER(S): N/A |
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ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: Board of Supervisors, District 3 |
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OTHER CONCURRENCE(S): |
County Counsel |
CONTACT PERSON(S):
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Joana Santiago |
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Cipriano Vargas |
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(619)531-5533 |
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(619)531-5533 |
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Phone |
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Phone |
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Joana.Santiago@sdcounty.ca.gov |
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Cipriano.Vargas@sdcounty.ca.gov |
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E-mail |