Title
Adopt a Resolution to:
a. Authorize the Auditor-Controller to amend the FY 2021-22 Adopted Budget for Emergency Operations Center (EOC) 001-1050-CAO005-8541 to increase appropriations by $1,438,412 financed by the Cannabis Tax Assignment (001-3132) in support of the EOC and ongoing COVID-19 operations throughout the County (4/5ths vote required); and
b. Authorize the Auditor-Controller's Office to incorporate approved budget modifications to the FY 2021-22 Budget, and the County Administrative Office to reflect these approved changes in FY 2022-23 Adopted Budget.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution to:
a. Authorize the Auditor-Controller to amend the FY 2021-22 Adopted Budget for Emergency Operations Center (EOC) 001-1050-CAO005-8541 to increase appropriations by $1,438,412 financed by the Cannabis Tax Assignment (001-3132) in support of the EOC and ongoing COVID-19 operations throughout the County (4/5ths vote required); and
b. Authorize the Auditor-Controller's Office to incorporate approved budget modifications to the FY 2021-22 Budget, and the County Administrative Office to reflect these approved changes in FY 2022-23 Adopted Budget.
SUMMARY:
The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) continues to support the County Health Department by providing all support services needed through Natividad Hospital, the Department of Social Services (DSS), and all four Sections of the EOC. Recurring expenses for programs such as: Project Room Key, Great Plates, Natividad Hospital, and Alternate Housing, including Homes for Harvest, require continual and recurring funding. Current Fiscal year expenditures are averaging $292,000 per month.
DISCUSSION:
The Board has authorized year-to-date appropriations totaling $2,166,170 intended to finance EOC operations through April 1, 2022. An additional request for $1,438,412 will fund the EOC through June 30, 2022.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The County Administrative Office a...
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