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 Fulton County Schools in the amount of $250,000.00 to support the Community School Initiative - Student and Family Engagement (S.A.F.E.) Centers in response to the growing need to address barriers to student learning; and to authorize the Chairman to disburse funds and execute and administer contracts, and other related documents consistent with any necessary agreement in support of this funding allotment. The term of this Contract shall be upon approval December 31, 2023. (HELD ON 8/2/23) (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED ON 8/16/23 AND 9/6/23)
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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
All Districts ☒
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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 Fulton County Schools in the amount of $250,000.00 to support the Community School Initiative - Student and Family Engagement (S.A.F.E.) Centers. 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 Fulton County Schools.
Scope of Work: Fulton County Schools operates the Community School Initiative - Student and Family Engagement (S.A.F.E.) Centers. The Community School Initiative is a response to the growing need to address barriers to student learning. From food and clothing to counseling and mental health support, the purpose of the S.A.F.E. Center is to help connect students and families with the things they need to succeed. Fulton’s S.A.F.E. Centers provide integrated student supports to meet the needs of our students and families. To address the multitude of needs across the district, FCS has launched three S.A.F.E. Centers: Banneker High School in College Park, Tri-Cities High School in East Point and North Springs High School in Sandy Springs. S.A.F.E. Center staff members coordinate a range of on-site services and supports to overcome both academic and nonacademic barriers to students’ educational and life success. The mix of offerings are tailored to meet the specific needs of the school, such as: Medical, dental, mental health care services, tutoring, mentoring and other academic supports. Resources for students and families: groceries, clothing, shoes, laundry, barber services, hygiene items, parent education classes, financial literacy, housing assistance, and nutrition programs. As part of FCS’s Dropout Prevention plan, S.A.F.E. Centers provide the necessary supports to help students thrive. Support from the Fulton County Board of Commissioners will help provide mentoring, tutoring, food, clothing, personal hygiene items, transportation, and work-based learning opportunities for Fulton County students.
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 will support the Community School Initiative Student and Family Engagement (S.A.F.E.) Centers as a response to the growing need to address barriers to student learning.
Community Issues/Concerns: N/A
Department Issues/Concerns: N/A
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-121-2615-1160
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