Discussion and possible action to appoint James Flores as Director of both the Economic Development Department and Community Action Agency and as long as both Director responsibilities are assigned, a stipend of $1,000.00 per pay period from CAA Local Match accounts shall apply, subject to the availibility of payroll funds, effective October 28, 2019. Grant funds will be used, therefore, there is no impact on the General fund.
Issue: Position for Community Action in Agency Director is currently vacant. The identified issue is to establish the long-term management and stability for the Community Action Agency. On July 22, 2019, the Economic Development Director was appointed Interim Director of Community Action Agency and has since been temporarily serving as Director for both departments.
Solution: Designating the Economic Development Director with permanent oversight and coordination of day-to-day operations for Community Action Agency and Economic Development Department.
Result: The Community Action Agency shall have stability with a permanent Director that has CAA program experience.
Background:
Account#2368-1160-521-410000, CSBG Local Match
Account#1001-1160-001-463904-110, SHC Local Match