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Authorize the County’s contribution of $15,000 from the General Fund contribution allocated to District 1 to benefit the following organizations: including Victims Empowerment Support Team ($1,250), Global Center for Success ($1,250), Communications Workers of America ($1,250), Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers of Nor Cal & local #16 Apprentice Tng ($1,500), Northern California Regional Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous ($1,500), Nami Solano County ($1,250), The 100 Club of Solano and Yolo Counties ($1,000), Vallejo Police and Firemen Employee Association ($1,500), California Water and Environmental Modeling Forum ($1,000), Vallejo Community Organization Recycling ($1,000), MBI Mission Builders International ($1,250) and International Development and Research Associates ($1,250)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Supervisor Junio requests that the Board of Supervisors authorize the County’s contribution of $15,000 from the General Fund contribution allocated to District 1 to benefit the following organizations: including Victims Empowerment Support Team ($1,250), Global Center for Success ($1,250), Communications Workers of America ($1,250), Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers of Nor Cal & local #16 Apprentice Tng ($1,500), Northern California Regional Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous ($1,500), Nami Solano County ($1,250), The 100 Club of Solano and Yolo Counties ($1,000), Vallejo Police and Firemen Employee Association ($1,500), California Water and Environmental Modeling Forum ($1,000), Vallejo Community Organization Recycling ($1,000), MBI Mission Builders International ($1,250) and International Development and Research Associates ($1,250).
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The groups identified by District 1 for its non-county contribution allocation are local non-profits or organizations that enrich Solano County through educational programs or community support.
Victims Empowerment Support Team ($1,250)
The Victims Empowerment Support Team minimizes violence against all victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault in Solano County, and works to improve their quality of life through education, support, advocacy, and empowerment.
Global Center for Success ($1,250)
Global Center for Success assists thousands of unemployed homeless clients to gain skills to re-enter the job market and community with Vallejos Lords Fellowship Center, Christian Help Center Emergency Shelter, and other collaborative organizations, also providing over 1000 weekly scheduled class hours to assist training and employment placing, classes in life rebuilding, anger management, resume writing, and credit repair.
Communications Workers of America ($1,250)
The Communications Workers of America organizes labor unions for communication workers for fair work environments.
Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers of Nor Cal & local #16 Apprentice Tng ($1,500)
The Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers of Nor Cal & local #16 Apprentice Tng promotes the insulation industry and offers training programs to employees of participating employers.
Northern California Regional Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous ($1,500)
Northern California Regional Service Office of Narcotics Anonymous supports recovery through literature and supports unincorporated groups and individuals as a 12-Step Recovery Support Organization.
Nami Solano County ($1,250)
NAMI Solano County provides support, education, and advocacy for individuals with mental health conditions and their families. The organization promotes family involvement in care, works to reduce stigma and discrimination, and advocates for better access to treatment, employment, housing, and insurance through community events and programs.
The 100 Club of Solano and Yolo Counties ($1,000)
The 100 Club of Solano and Yolo Counties, based in Fairfield, CA, supports families of fallen first responders and aids local food banks. During wildfire season, it also supplies meals to firefighters and law enforcement agencies.
Vallejo Police and Firemen Employee Association ($1,500)
The Vallejo Police and Firemen Employee Association provides death and funeral benefits to families of active and retired Vallejo police and firefighters, financial aid to widows and orphans, and sponsors local youth leagues.
California Water and Environmental Modeling Forum ($1,000)
The California Water and Environmental Modeling Forum in Vacaville, CA, fosters scientific exchange through workshops and an annual meeting focused on computer modeling, attracting up to 150 participants.
Vallejo Community Organization Recycling ($1,000)
The Vallejo Community Organization Recycling promotes recycling and composting in Vallejo through education, zero-waste services, and partnerships, including managing the Vallejo Earth Recycling operation. It also provides job training for individuals with developmental disabilities and supports city events with Waste Management.
MBI Mission Builders International ($1,250)
The Mission Builders International, based in Vacaville, CA, aims to support global development through spiritual, intellectual, social, and cultural opportunities. It provides grants and equipment to the Liberia International Mission and supports neighborhood outreach programs.
International Development and Research Associates ($1,250)
The International Development and Research Associates, based in Vacaville, CA, helps international development agencies and foreign governments create solutions to poverty. It focuses on building the capacity of public servants and local researchers in developing countries. The organization recently conducted local economy-wide impact evaluations for the UN Food and Agriculture Organization in both Senegal and regarding the Covid-19 pandemic.
Guidelines for Grant Funding Requests:
During the 2024/25 Budget Hearings, the Board appropriated $75,000, $15,000 to each supervisorial district, to allow Board members to support community service programs. The Board directed County Counsel to provide guidelines on how to recommend funding for qualifying agencies or programs. The guidelines are as follows:
1) Each supervisor must submit the proposed expenditure to County Counsel and the Auditor-Controller for initial review.
2) The Board must approve the expenditure by a majority vote.
3) The Board must determine that the expenditure is for a public purpose.
4) The Board may authorize an expenditure of public funds to a nonprofit organization so long as the County retains ultimate control over the exercise of judgment and discretion of the intended program.
5) To ensure accountability, all expenditures are subject to periodic audit by the Auditor-Controller; and
a) If the recipient provides an activity, program or service (“activity”), it shall provide an activity report within 30 days of the activity that states the number of persons attending (if applicable) or participating activities carried out, feedback from participants (if applicable) and benefits of the activity. The recipient’s failure to provide a report may result in its being considered ineligible for future funding.
b) If the recipient is purchasing property or making improvements, it shall use the funds for only the specified purposes and allow representatives of the county to inspect and/or audit the purchase or the contractor’s performance, the facility or the portion improved with the funds and/or the records pertaining to the expenditures. The recipient shall retain for inspection and audit purposes any and all books, receipts, documentation and other records of the expenditures for three (3) years from date of receiving funds.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The cost associated with preparing the agenda item is nominal and absorbed by the Department’s FY2024/25 Working Budget. This expenditure is included in the District 1 FY2024/25 Working Budget
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board could choose not to authorize this expenditure; however, this is not recommended as this item is consistent with Board Policy.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
This report was prepared in coordination with the County Administrator’s Office, County Auditor-Controller’s Office, County Counsel, and Solano Youth Coalition.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION