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Authorize negotiation and execution of an agreement with four social services agencies to provide African American mental health and wellness services for a 12-month term beginning July 1, 2019 and two 12-month extension options, each in an amount not to exceed $500,000, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $1,500,000.
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Austin Public Health
Fiscal Note
Funding in the amount of $500,000 is included in the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Austin Public Health Operating Budget.
Prior Council Action:
September 11, 2018 - Council approved Ordinance No. 20180911-001, adopting the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Austin Public Health Operating Budget that included $500,000 additional ongoing funding for African American mental health and healthcare outreach services, on a vote of 10-1, with Council Member Troxclair voting no.
For More Information:
Stephanie Hayden, Director, 512-972-5010; Adrienne Sturrup, Assistant Director, 512-972-5167; Vella Karman, Social Services Policy Manager, 512-972-5064; Lucy Thompson, Agenda Coordinator, 512-972-5045.
Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action:
May 16, 2018 - the African American Resource Advisory Commission recommended the following regarding the City's Fiscal Year 2019 budget: "The AA Commission recommends that two million dollars be allocated to provide mental healthcare outreach and services within the African American community in Austin. A portion of the allocated funds [to] be specifically earmarked for partnerships with community organizations or entities providing mental health services in African American communities at no cost or sliding scale to residents," on an 8-0 vote.
Additional Backup Information:
Approval of this item will authorize Austin Public Health to negotiate and execute separate agreements with Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation, Amala Foundation, University of Texas Austin School of Nursing, and Austin Child Guidance Center, for the provisi...
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