SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of the Marion County Standard Public Services Agreement Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG-PS) with Wear Gloves, Inc. (Budget Impact - Neutral; not to exceed $50,000)
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Cheryl Butler, Director |
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DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
On August 6, 2025, the Board approved the FY 2025-26 Annual Action Plan for Community Services, which includes the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). This Annual Action Plan aligns with the Fiscal Year 2024-2028 Five-Year Consolidated Plan.
Wear Gloves, Inc. is a local nonprofit organization who applied for CDBG funds to expand its comprehensive support services tailored to meet their needs and help become valued members of the community through employment, workforce development, job certification, supportive housing and life skills training.
The Dignity House Program under Wear Gloves, Inc. offers a safe, temporary 12-month shelter with access to mental health coaching, addiction recovery counseling, workforce readiness, job training, etc. The program is a low barrier; men’s shelter located at parcel number 30918-001-00. The funding being requested is to assist the program in expanding its services and to increase the number residents served at the current facility.
The project is located within Marion County and aligns with the objectives and requirements of the CDBG program.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; not to exceed $50,000.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve and authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute all necessary documents associated with this Agreement with the Wear Gloves, Inc. and authorize Community Services Director to extend the term of the agreement if necessary.
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