Title
Resolution to Amend the Fiscal Year 2020 Council Approved Budget and Accept and Appropriate the 2019 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) Grant for Children through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The City has obtained SFSP funds since 1969 and annually serves qualifying youth ages 17 and under, and disabled adults aged 18. The objective of the SFSP 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 SFSP for children throughout the City during the summer of 2019. It is anticipated that more than 2,500 children will will participate in the program creating a significant amount of meals served. This year's program began April 1, 2019 and will end September 1, 2019. The direct cost for services for the SFSP is 100% funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The department will supplement the grant through coordination and indirect program costs.
Impact:
The USDA Summer Feeding Service Program is operated only during the summer months and is designed to service all youth that are eligible to participate according to the National School Lunch Program's standard that is maintained during the school year. At the completion of the Summer Feeding Service Program the National School Lunch Program and other organizations take on the responsibility of ensuring nourishing meals for youth in the community.
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 2019 Summer Food Service Program Gr...
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