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Meeting Date:	05/09/2022
FEMA-Phase 39 Award $5,000.00
Submitted for:	Maricela Benavides	Submitted By:	Maricela Benavides
Department:	Community Action Agency

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to accept an award and enter into an agreement in the amount of $5,000.00 from Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) 2022 Phase 39 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. Webb County will utilize funds for Emergency Food Services. There is no impact on the County's General Fund. [Requested by James Flores, CAA and Economic Development Program Director]

Issue: There is a greater demand for food assistance in the area of Webb County than there is funding.

Solution: By applying to the Emergency Food Grant provided by Emergency Food and Shelter Program, Webb County Community Action agency seeks to address the hunger needs of the community using partnership method with the local food banks.

Result: If awarded the grant, Webb County Community Action Agency will be able to assist 500 eligible households.

Background:

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Previous Court Action:

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Fiscal Impact

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Financial Impact:
There will be no impact to the General Fund.

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FEMA Award 5,000