Martin County

File #: 21-0901   
Type: Departmental Status: Passed
In control: Board of County Commissioners
On agenda: 6/22/2021 Final action: 6/22/2021
Title: AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN PROGRAM
Attachments: 1. American Rescue Plan_FINAL.pdf, 2. TDC Presentation for ARP.pdf
PLACEMENT: Departmental
TITLE:
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AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN PROGRAM
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
executive summary
On May 10, 2020 the U.S. Department of Treasury announced the launch of the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, established by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) of 2021. The establishment of these funds will directly support the immediate pandemic response, bring back jobs, and lay the groundwork for a strong and equitable economy. The Local Fiscal Recovery Fund provides flexibility for each jurisdiction to meet local needs including support for households, small businesses, impacted industries, essential workers and communities most impacted by the health pandemic.
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DEPARTMENT: Administration
PREPARED BY: Name: George M. Stokus
Title: Assistant County Administrator
REQUESTED BY:

PRESET:
PROCEDURES: None

BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:

Staff has created a presentation to present the objectives of the ARP, suggested uses of the funds, and is respectfully requesting input and direction from the Board as it relates to the programing of ARP funding.

ISSUES:

None

LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW:

None

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

RECOMMENDATION
1. Move that the Board authorize the expenditure of ARP funds for Tourism/Business Assistance per the attached plan that has been previously approved by the Tourist Development Council.

2. Move that the Board authorize the expenditure of ARP funds for Library Assistance Programs.

3. Move that the Board authorize the expenditure of ARP funds for the Food and Sundries Assistance Program.

4. Move that the Board authorize the expenditure of ARP funds for the Nonprofit - Operations Assistance Program.

5. Move that the Board authorize the expenditure of ARP funds for the Nonprofit - Programs Assistance Program.

6. Move that the Board authorize the expenditure of ARP funds for the Mental Health Assistance Program.

7. Move that the Board authorize the expenditure of ARP fund...

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