Title
Resolution to Amend the Fiscal Year 2022 Council Approved Budget and Accept and Appropriate the 2021 Summer Food Service Program Grant for Children through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The City has obtained USDA Summer Food Service Program funds since 1969 and annually serves qualifying youth ages 17 and under, and disabled adults aged 18. The objective of the USDA Summer Food Service Program is to ensure a nourishing meal during the summer months. The goal is to ensure that youth receive the same quality meal that is received during the school year that is provided through the National School Lunch Program. At least 50% of all participating youth must qualify for free or reduced meals through the National Summer Lunch Program.
Discussion:
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services proposes to operate the Summer Food Service Program for children throughout the City during the summer of 2021. It is anticipated that more than 2,500 children will participate in the program creating a significant amount of meals served. This year's program began April 1, 2021 and will end September 1, 2021. The direct cost for services for the Summer Food Service Program is 100% funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The department will supplement the grant through coordination and indirect program costs.
Impact:
Recommendation:
Rec
The recommendation is for approval of the USDA Summer Feeding Service Program.
Body
WHEREAS, the City of Hampton, Virginia has applied for the 2021 Summer Food Service Program Grant for youth with the U.S. Department of Agriculture for $129,435.03 in federal funds;
WHEREAS, the 2021 Summer Food Service Program Grant does not require a local cash or in-kind match;
WHEREAS, participation in the Summer Food Service Program fluctuates and the final award amount may increase or decrease; and
WHEREAS, the grant application covers the period between April 1, 2021 through September 1, 2021.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Hampton, Virginia hereby amends its Fiscal Year 2022 Council Approved Budget to accept and appropriate the 2021 Summer Food Service Program Grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture in the amount of $129,453.03, and any supplemental funding, to the Grant Fund in accordance with the grant agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes the City Manager, or her designee, to take any and all necessary steps to implement this grant award.