Department
Superior Court Administration
Requested Action
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Request approval to renew a Memorandum of Agreement with Georgia Council on Substance Abuse (“GCSA”), effective October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022, in an amount not to exceed $73,800. GCSA will support the Fulton County Peer Recovery Support Services Project by implementing the NIATx Process Improvement Model and by providing staff certification, training and ongoing support. This request represents the third (3) of four (4) one-year renewal terms, coinciding with and contingent upon continued grant funding through SAMHSA and the approval of the Board of Commissioners. (APPROVED)
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Requirement for Board Action
West's Code of Georgia § 36-10-1; All official contracts entered into by the County governing authority with other persons in behalf of the County shall be in writing and entered on its minutes.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item
Justice and Safety
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
District 1 ☐
District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background
Scope of Work: The Georgia Council on Substance Abuse (GCSA) will support the Fulton County Peer Recovery Support Services Project (PRSS). GCSA will: Assist Fulton County Accountability Courts (FCAC) with the recruitment, training and coaching of three behavioral staff health staff for the program who will be Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialists (CARES). GCSA will provide continuing education credit opportunities to FCAC CARES as required to maintain certification and promote best practices. GCSA will provide NIATx process improvement leadership training for FCAC CARES and FCAC staff. NIATx is a model of process improvement designed specifically for behavioral health programs. GCSA will coordinate with Fulton County Project Director to develop a training plan for FCAC CARES and program staff to include: Intentional Peer Support, Motivational Interviewing, and NIATx change projects. GCSA will provide technical assistance in the recovery support model throughout the duration of the grant cycle.
Community Impact: Renewal of this agreement will improve public safety in the community by focusing treatment services towards adult felony offenders with drug and/or alcohol addiction.
Department Recommendation: Superior Court Administration recommends renewal of this agreement to ensure successful project implementation, outcomes and grant funding compliance.
Project Implications: This project is 100% grant funded. Renewal of this agreement will ensure grant project goals are met while improving service delivery to offenders with drug and/or alcohol addiction.
Community Issues/Concerns: Superior Court Administration is not aware of any community concerns with the implementation of this project.
Department Issues/Concerns: Superior Court Administration has no issues or concerns with this agreement.
Contract Modification
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
Date |
Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
19-0714 |
09/18/2019 |
$73,800.00 |
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1st Renewal |
20-0631 |
09/16/2020 |
$73,800.00 |
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2nd Renewal |
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$73,800.00 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$221,400.00 |
Contract & Compliance Information
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit #1: Contract Renewal Form
Exhibit #2: Contractor Performance Report
Contact Information
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David Summerlin, Superior Court, Court Administrator, 404.612.4529
Contract Attached
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No
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$73,800.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
$73,800.00 |
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This Request: |
$73,800.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$221,400.00 |
Grant Information Summary
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Amount Requested: |
$73,800 |
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Cash |
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Match Required: |
N/A |
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In-Kind |
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Start Date: |
10/01/2021 |
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Approval to Award |
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End Date: |
9/30/2022 |
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Apply & Accept |
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Match Account $: |
0.00 |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
461-450-PR21-1160: Grant, Superior Court-Admin, Professional Service = $73,800.00
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 10/1/2021 |
End Date: 9/30/2022 |
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Cost Adjustment: 0.00 |
Renewal/Extension Terms: Renewal 3 of 4 |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating:
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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10/1/2020 |
9/30/2021 |