To: Board of Supervisors
From: DHHS: Administration
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: Majority
SUBJECT:
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Professional Services Agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods in the Amount of $72,000 Regarding the Implementation of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood Programs
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Approve, and authorize the Chair of the Board to execute, the attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods regarding implementation of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood programs in an amount not to exceed $72,000 for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025;
2. Authorize the Department of Health and Human Services Director, or a designee thereof, to execute any and all subsequent amendments to the attached professional services agreement with the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods, after review and approval by County Counsel, Risk, and the County Administrative Office;
3. Find that paying Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods in advance for the implementation and provision of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood programs pursuant to the terms and conditions of the attached professional services agreement will serve a public purpose by ensuring continuity of these programs to youth residing in Humboldt County;
4. Authorize issuance of an advanced payment in the amount of $72,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods for the provision of the services required pursuant to the terms and conditions of the attached professional services agreement for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025; and
5. Direct the Clerk of the Board to return one fully executed original copy of the attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods to the Department of Health and Human Services - Contract Unit for further processing.
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board’s Strategic Plan.
Area of Focus: Core Services/Other
Strategic Plan Category: 9999 - Core Services/Other
DISCUSSION:
Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods is part of a nationwide affiliation of local, autonomous organization of Boys & Girls Club of America working to help youth of all backgrounds develop qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders. The program offered by Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods are designed to drive positive outcomes and reinforce the development of essential life skills for youth residing in Humboldt County.
On Nov. 3, 2020, (Item C-8) the Board approved a professional services agreement with the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods regarding implementation of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood programs which are designed to provide youth with tools to resist alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, avoid premature sexual activity and transition from adolescence to adulthood. The attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods will allow for the continued implementation of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood programs for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
Funding for the grant agreement with Boys and Girls Club of the Redwoods is available 100% through Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) revenues received by DHHS - Social Services. Services being funded under this agreement are not mandated services, however the intended use meets the requirements of IGT, promoting the health of Medi-Cal beneficiaries.
Accordingly, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) recommends that the Board approve, and authorize the Chair of the Board to execute, the attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods regarding the continued implementation of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood programs for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Staff also recommends that the Board authorize the DHHS Director, or a designee thereof, to execute any and all subsequent amendments to the attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods, after review and approval by County Counsel, Risk Management, and the County Administrative Office, in order to avoid any unnecessary delays in the implementation of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood programs
SOURCE OF FUNDING:
Social Services Intergovernmental Transfer Revenues (585810)
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
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Expenditures (1160-511) |
FY24-25 Projected* |
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Budgeted Expenses |
$72,000 |
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Total Expenditures |
$72,000 |
*Projected amounts are estimates and are subject to change.
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Funding Sources (1160-511) |
FY24-25 Projected* |
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State/Federal Funds |
$72,000 |
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Total Funding Sources |
$72,000 |
*Projected amounts are estimates and are subject to change.
Narrative Explanation of Financial Impact:
The attached professional services agreement with the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods has a maximum amount payable of $72,000 for the period of July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. However, in the event, local, state or federal funding is reduced or eliminated, the County of Humboldt may reduce the above-referenced maximum amount payable or terminate the attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods in its entirety.
Expenditure appropriations related to the attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods have been included in the proposed fiscal year 2024-2025 budget for DHHS - Social Services budget unit 1160-511. Funding for the attached professional services agreement with Boys and Girls Club of the Redwoods is available through Intergovernmental Transfer revenues (585810) received by DHHS - Social Services. Services being funded under this agreement are not mandated services, however the intended use meets the requirements of IGT, promoting the health of Medi-Cal beneficiaries.
STAFFING IMPACT:
Narrative Explanation of Staffing Impact:
Approval of the attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods will not impact current staffing levels.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Board may choose not to approve the attached professional services agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods regarding implementation of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood programs. However, this alternative is not recommended since it will not allow for the implementation of programs that are designed to provide youth with tools to resist alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, avoid premature sexual activity and transition to adulthood
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Professional Services Agreement with Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods Regarding Implementation of the SMART Moves, SMART Girls and Passport to Manhood Programs
PREVIOUS ACTION/REFERRAL:
Meeting of: 06/14/16; 07/25/17; 06/25/19; 11/03/20; 10/26/21; 06/28/22; 06/27/23
File No.: 16-4126; 17-2139; 19-836; 20-1384; 21-1445; 22-831; 23-833