Department: County Library
Department Head/Elected Official: Edward Melton, Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Grant
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Houston Endowment
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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Request by the County Library for approval to accept from Houston Endowment, Inc., grant funds in the amount of $150,000, with no required match, for the FY 2024 Recognition Program.
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Background and Discussion: Through this grant acceptance support, HCPL will apply to become a Department of Justice (DOJ) a recognized organization and launch a recognition program. The grant will also fund a Harris County Citizenship Compliance Manager position to lead Harris County Public Library accreditation efforts and ensure compliance with DOJ standards. This role includes coordinating with authorities, developing and implementing accreditation plans with qualified training, and identifying best practices.
Expected Impact: This grant allows the capacity for expanded immigrant community services with a Manager IV-Citizenship Compliance Manager who oversees staff accreditation, tracks progress, and maintains data in close collaboration with the Research & Development division and the Harris County Public Library Executive team.
Alternative Options: N/A
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
X Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
X Governance and Customer Service
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Precinct(s): Countywide
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