Primary Department: County Library
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Edward Melton
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Type of Request: Grant - Amendment
Project ID (if applicable): GY24_RP_END
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Houston Endowment
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Request by the County Library for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with Houston Endowment to extend the grant end date to December 31, 2025 for the FY24 Recognition Program.
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Background and Discussion:
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.
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 3. Make our economy more inclusive.
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