Department
Community Development
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a contract between Fulton County and Atlanta Partners for Education in the amount of $250,000.00 to support three critical priorities supporting efforts around Atlanta Public School’s 150th anniversary-whole child intervention, college and career readiness, and signature district-wide events. Funds are essential for continuing work during this milestone year and will allow Atlanta Public Schools to scale beyond 2023. The term of this Contract shall be upon BOC approval through December 31, 2023. (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
Official Code of Georgia 36-10-1 states that all contracts entered by Fulton County with other partners or persons on behalf of the County shall be in writing and entered on the Board of Commissioners meeting minutes.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Health and Human Services
Commission Districts Affected
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Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background (First sentence includes Agency recommendation. Provide an executive summary of the action that gives an overview of the relevant details for the item.)
The Department of Community Development recommends approval of a contract between Fulton County and Atlanta Partners for Education in the amount of $250,000.00 to support three critical priorities - whole child intervention, college and career readiness, and signature district-wide events. On January 18, 2023, as part of the adopted 2023 budget, the Board of Commissioners approved an increase to the Department of Community Development’s budget by $250,000 to provide a grant to Atlanta Public Schools (DBA Atlanta Partners for Education).
Scope of Work: Funding will be used to support three critical priorities 1) Whole Child Intervention: Teaching and learning enrichment, Unrestricted financial support to high-need schools, mental and behavioral health resources. 2) College and Career Readiness, College and career pathways through field trips, career days and tutor sessions, Support for mentorship and tutoring programs, Career preparation, including resume and interview prep. 3) APS has several upcoming signature events to support efforts around the 150th anniversary: APS 150th Back-to-School Bash, APS 150th Gala Celebration and Communications, APS Scholarships.
Community Impact: The Fulton County Department of Community Development strengthens people, families, and communities through partnerships with various community organizations and outreach programs, particularly non-profit, private sector, government, volunteer, and citizen advocates.
Department Recommendation: Approve the requested action.
Project Implications: Approval for the use of these funds is essential for Atlanta Partners for Education to continue the momentum of this impactful work during this milestone year and allow APS to scale beyond 2023.
Community Issues/Concerns: N/A
Department Issues/Concerns: N/A
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-121-2615-1160