Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Nicole Pollack, Director, Human Services Agency
Subject: Measure K: Amendment to the agreement with StarVista
RECOMMENDATION:
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Measure K: Adopt a resolution authorizing an amendment to the agreement with StarVista to increase funding for the continuation of case management and educational support services, extending the term by two months to August 31, 2018 and increasing the amount by $51,500 to an amount not to exceed $810,500.
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BACKGROUND:
The Board of Supervisors allocated Measure K funds to provide educational services to San Mateo County foster youth. On March 29, 2016, the County entered into an agreement with StarVista for an amount not to exceed $450,000 for the term of March 26, 2016 through June 30, 2017 to provide foster youth enrolled in primary and secondary schools with case management, legal advocacy, and educational enrichment activities. A subsequent amendment on June 27, 2017, increased the funding by $309,000 to an amount not to exceed $759,000, and extended the term by twelve months to June 30, 2018.
DISCUSSION:
This amendment extends the term to August 31, 2018 and adds funds for the continuation of educational case management services. This amendment will allow the Human Services Agency ("HSA") time to complete a comprehensive evaluation of services under this program. This includes conducting research, and surveying participating foster youth about program strengths and weaknesses. This evaluation will inform the development of the new agreement beginning September 1, 2018.
The services provided through StarVista help foster youth develop curiosity and interest in the areas of science, technology, engineering, art, and math ("STEAM"). In addition, these services contribute to the long-term permanency, well-being, and success of foster youth by providing them with the skills and support needed to graduate ...
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