Department: Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
Department Head/Elected Official: Joel Levine, Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Transfer of Funds Only
Project ID (if applicable): PAL204_GY25
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable):
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable):
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable):
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by Harris County Resources for Children and Adults for approval to temporarily transfer general funds in the amount of $54,027 to fund the cost of four grant positions pending receipt of the award for the Preparation for Adult Living Program, and extend the positions to August 31, 2025.
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Background and Discussion:
Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) provides services to youth transitioning out from foster care. PAL 204 is dedicated to Life Skills Training and Assessments.
Expected Impact:
Current foster youth enrolled in Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) services through the HAY Center will receive Casey Life Skills Assessments and up to 30 hours of Life Skills Training. These assessments and training will aid in their transition to adulthood.
Alternative Options:
There are no other variable alternative for this funding source.
Alignment with Goal(s):
X Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
Date
Agenda Item #
Action Taken
08/29/2023
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Commissioners Court approved renewal to Preparation for Adult Living contract
Location:
Address (if applicable): 8915 Knight Rd, Houston, TX 77054
Precinct(s): Countywide
Fiscal and Personnel Summary
Service Name
Houston Alumni and Youth Center
Current Fiscal Year Cost
Annual Fiscal Cost
Labor
Non-Labor
Total
Recurring Expenses
Funding Sources
Existing Budget
1000 - General...
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