Primary Department: Public Health Services
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Leah Barton - Executive Director
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to host the 2026 Maternal and Child Health Community Expo on April 18, 2026 in an amount not-to-exceed $49,500.
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Background and Discussion:
The Maternal and Child Health Community Expo is a community-centered event hosted at two community-based locations and is designed to connect families, expecting parents, and caregivers with multiple maternal and child health programs, service providers, and community organizations to share and receive information, materials, and services directly with families. The Expo functions as an interactive resource fair, allowing attendees to move between tables and activity areas to learn about available services, receive education, and access support in an informal, accessible setting. This event aims to bring together public health programs, community-based organizations, and service providers focused on improving health outcomes for mothers, infants, and families. Rooted in the theme "Connecting Community, Bridging Resources, and Thriving Together," the event continues the conference's legacy of elevating maternal and child health while offering new opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and community connection.
Expected Impact:
The Community Expo elevates both leadership and community engagement by pai...
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