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): TWC_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 $43,679 to fund the cost of three grant positions pending receipt of the award from the Texas Workforce Commission for the Houston Alumni & Youth Center (TANF) Program, and extend the associated positions to September 30, 2025.
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Background and Discussion:
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) program to provide uninterrupted services to current and foster youth formerly in foster care, but still in need of assistance.
Expected Impact:
Current and former foster youth enrolled in the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) program through the HAY Center will receive a comprehensive array of services that will support the healthy development of transitioning foster youth, with the final goal of obtaining employment.
Alternative Options:
There are no other variable alternative for this funding source.
Alignment with Goal(s):
X Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_Housing
X Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
Date
Agenda Item #
Action Taken
12/05/2024
150
Commissioners Court approved renewal of the GY24 TWC TANF program.
Location:
Address (if applicable): 8915 Knight Rd, Houston, TX 77054
Precinct(s): Countywide
Fiscal and Personnel Summary
Service Name
PS HAY CENTER SUPPORT SERVICES
Current Fiscal Year Cost
Annual Fiscal Cost
Labor
Non-Labor
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