Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Claire Cunningham, Director, Human Services Agency
Subject: Amendment with the Central Labor Council Partnership for Independent Living Program Services
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution authorizing an amendment with the Central Labor Council Partnership to extend the term by 12 months for a new term of November 1, 2022 to October 31, 2026, and increase funding by $192,478 for a new total obligation amount of $769,912, to continue to provide Independent Living Program services.
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BACKGROUND:
The Independent Living Program (ILP), authorized by the Foster Care Independence Act of 1999 (Public Law 106-169), provides training, services, and benefits to assist current and former foster youth in achieving self-sufficiency prior to, and after leaving, the foster care system. The core program services are based on the youth’s individual needs and goals as described in their Transitional Independent Living Plan (TILP) and are designed to assist youth with education, career development, financial budgeting skills, health, safety, housing, and permanency.
On June 15, 2022, the Human Services Agency’s (HSA) Children and Family Services (CFS) branch issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to identify a provider of ILP services and Central Labor Council Partnership (CLCP) was selected based on their experience and method for providing services as outlined in the criteria of the RFP.
On November 1, 2022, by Resolution No. 079274, the County executed an agreement with CLCP for the term of November 1, 2022 to October 31, 2025, for a total obligation amount of $577,434 to provide ILP services to current and former San Mateo County foster youth ages 14 to 21. Under this agreement, CLCP provides services tailored to meet the identified needs and goals of youth as documented in their TILP. CLCP assists in the formulation and implementation of each youth’s TILP and provides services in both group workshop and one-on-one formats.
DISCUSSION:
HSA is requesting the County authorize an amendment to extend the term by 12 months for a new term of November 1, 2022 to October 31, 2026, and increase funding by $192,478 for a new total obligation amount of $769,912 to continue to provide ILP services that assist eligible youth achieve their educational and independent related goals. It is anticipated this amendment will serve 52 foster youth.
The County Attorney has reviewed and approved the agreement and resolution as to form.
The resolution contains the County’s standard provision allowing amendment of the County’s fiscal obligation by a maximum of $25,000 (in the aggregate
PERFORMANCE MEASURE:
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FY 2023-24 Actuals |
FY 2024-25 Anticipated |
FY 2025-26 Target |
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Percentage of participants who have acquired their high school diploma or equivalent and are receiving ILP services who will enroll in two- or four-year college, or a vocational/work experience program. |
85% |
85% |
90% |
COMMUNITY IMPACT:
By empowering foster youth with the skills and support needed for self-sufficiency, the ILP services reduces homelessness, improves educational and employment outcomes, and fosters healthier, more resilient communities. The program’s collaborative approach (uniting community partners, educators, and advocates) ensures that foster youth are not left behind as they transition to adulthood.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The term of the amended agreement is November 1, 2022 to October 31, 2026. The amendment increases the amount payable under the agreement by $192,478 to an amount not to exceed $769,912 for the four-year term. This amendment is a mix of federal and state funding. Funds for the amended amount is included in the FY 2025-26 Recommended Budget and similar arrangements will be made for future years. There is no impact to Net County Cost.