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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 funds for the Capital Sewer Assistance Program.
8. Move that the Board authorize staff to set aside ARP funds for future Economic Development Assistance Programs.
9. Move that the Board authorize staff to set aside ARP funds for future Broadband Projects.
10. Move that the Board authorize staff to apply for grants utilizing and provided for under the American Rescue Plan.
11. Move that the Board authorize staff to engage in professional service contracts and other necessary actions with concurrence of the County Attorney’s Office and the County Administrator or designee to facilitate programs supported by ARP funds and/or grants provided for under the American Rescue Plan.
ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS
Provide staff with further direction.
FISCAL IMPACT:
RECOMMENDATION
None
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Funding Source |
County Funds |
Non-County Funds |
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American Rescue Plan |
0 |
$31,000,000 |
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Subtotal |
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$31,000,000 |
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Project Total |
$31,000,000 |
ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS
None
DOCUMENT(S) REQUIRING ACTION:
☐Budget Transfer / Amendment ☐ Chair Letter ☐Contract / Agreement
☐Grant / Application ☐Notice ☐Ordinance ☐Resolution
☐Other:
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