Posting Language
Title
Authorize negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 2 to the interlocal agreement with Travis County for job readiness training and summer employment for youth ages 14 to 21, to add one-time funding in an amount not to exceed $269,480, for a revised total amount not to exceed $2,498,210.
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Lead Department
Austin Public Health.
Fiscal Note
Funding in the amount of $269,480 is included in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Austin Public Health Department Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund.
Prior Council Action:
October 15, 2020 - Council ratified an interlocal agreement with Travis County for the Summer Youth Employment Program, on an 11-0 vote.
April 23, 2020 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with Travis County for the Summer Youth Employment Program, on an 11-0 vote.
For More Information:
Adrienne Sturrup, Director, 512-972-5010; Laura G. La Fuente, Assistant Director, 512-972-5077; Akeshia Johnson Smothers Social Service Agreements Administration Manager, 512-972-5567; Estella Kirscht, Administrative Specialist, 512-972-4423.
Additional Backup Information:
Approval of this item will provide job readiness training and summer employment for youth ages 14 to 21 in collaboration with public sector employers and community-based organizations through the Summer Youth Employment Program, operated by Travis County. It provides opportunities for youth development through meaningful work experiences that promote economic self-sufficiency, good citizenship, and healthy lifestyles, with a special emphasis on high-risk youth and youth with disabilities. Youth are trained in career exploration and job readiness skills, conflict resolution, personal health and environmental awareness, and other employment-related issues.
This action will provide a one-time increase in funding for a second 12-month renewal term beginning October 1, 2022, from the initial authorized amount of $371,455 to $614,480. The additional one-time funds of $269,480 was approved by City Council on August 17, 2022 through a Budget Rider from Council Member Tovo, on a 10-1 vote with Council Member Kelly voting nay.
Travis County will also be increasing its contribution to the agreement for the term to increase the hourly wage from $7.25 to $13.00 for the youth participants.
Strategic Outcome(s)
Strategic Outcome(s):
Economic Opportunity and Affordability.