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Adopt a Resolution directing the Auditor-Controller to amend the FY 2020-21 Adopted Budget for the County Administrative Office (CAO), Fund 001, Appropriation Unit CAO005, Unit 8056, to increase appropriations by $103,900, where the funding source is a release of Cannabis Assignment (BSA- 001-3132) funds or other source approved by the Board (4/5ths vote). (ADDED VIA ADDENDUM)
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Adopt a Resolution directing the Auditor-Controller to amend the FY 2020-21 Adopted Budget for the County Administrative Office (CAO), Fund 001, Appropriation Unit CAO005, Unit 8056, to increase appropriations by $103,900, where the funding source is a release of Cannabis Assignment (BSA- 001-3132) funds or other source approved by the Board (4/5ths vote).
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Emergency Operations Center has been operating alternative housing in South County in support of Project Roomkey in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These units are utilized to support individuals who are released from hospitalization that require housing. The existing units, totaling 15 units, are at maximum capacity and the need for additional resources has grown substantially over the past weeks. This action provides the necessary funding for 5 additional trailers, which are available for immediate purchase and use.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The County Administrative Office and Budget Office support this action.
FINANCING:
If approved, one-time funds utilized in the purchase of the trailers, in the amount of $103,990, will be eligible for reimbursement from FEMA as part of the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding is available in both Cannabis Assignment and Contingency funding sources; it is recommended that Cannabis Assignment Funds be utilized. Upon receipt of reimbursement of expenditures by FEMA, the funding source utilized will be reimbursed with those funds received.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
Approval of this...
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