STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: December 13, 2023
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Jack Ireland
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a subrecipient contract in the amount of $250,000, with a one-year renewal option in the amount of $250,000, for Youth Navigation services for low and moderate-income youth in Dallas for a local, backbone service entity to align outreach and service delivery among youth navigation services providers for the Office of Community Care - The K16 Ready Society, Inc. dba Texas Initiative Programs, Inc., only proposer - Not to exceed $500,000 - Financing: Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a service contract is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis.
This subrecipient contract will provide for Youth Navigation services for low and moderate-income youth in Dallas. The purpose of this program is for a local, backbone service entity to align outreach and service delivery among Youth Navigation services providers to residents of Dallas that have been impacted and/or had their needs exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. These programs will provide positive youth development, which is an intentional, pro-social approach that engages youth within their communities, schools, organizations, peer groups, and families in a manner that is productive and constructive; recognizes, utilizes, and enhances young people's strengths; and promotes positive outcomes for young people by providing opportunities, fostering positive relationships, and furnishing the support needed to build on their leadership strengths. Target populations include low- and moderate-income youth residents and/or Dallas residents living Qualified Census...
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