Discussion and possible action to approve the Policy Council By-laws. The purpose of the Policy Council is to serve as a governing body using shared decision-making process with the Webb County Commissioners Court in all matters relating to the planning and coordination of the Head Start, Early Head Start, and Child Care Partnership programs operated by the Webb County Head Start Program. The Policy Council serves as the link among public and private organizations, the Grantee, the communities served, and the parents/grandparents/guardians of enrolled children. The Policy Council will comply with the existing Head Start Program Performance Standards requirements and all Head Start legislation. Any changes in the Head Start Program Performance Standards that will affect the Policy Council By-laws will be brought to the Policy Council for explanation and approval.
Background:
The Policy Council approved the By-laws on October 30, 2019.
Previous Court Action:
The by-laws are updated on an annual basis and as necessary.