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Broward County Children’s Services Council Monthly Meeting CSC Board Room

6301 NW 5th Way, Suite 3000 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

September 20, 2007

4:00 p.m.

MEETING AGENDA

I. Call to Order Commissioner Gunzburger, Chair II. Roll Call Amy Jacques, Executive Assistant III. Chair’s Comments Commissioner Gunzburger President/CEO Evaluation Process IV. President’s Report Cindy Arenberg Seltzer, President/CEO Good of the Order (Tab A) V. Consent Agenda Commissioner Gunzburger a. Approve Meeting Minutes of August 16, 2007 (Tab B) b. Approve T.R.I.M. Minutes of September 5, 2007 (Tab C) c. Approve Contract Renewals (Tab D) 1. Firesetters/BSO 2. MOTT Foundation Grant Match 3. One Community Partnership/Broward County/USF 4. SYEP/Workforce One 5. Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund d. Approve Future Prep Reallocation (Tab E)

e. Approve Legal Aid Age Eligibility Changes (Tab F) f. Approve SAMIS Contract (Tab G) g. Approve Public Records Policy (Tab H) h. Approve Interim Financial Statements and Budget Amendments for August 2007 (Tab I) i. Approve Invoices, P.O.s & Contracts (Tab J) VI. Program Services Karen Swartzbaugh, CPO

a. Approve SAO Internet Predator Pilot (Tab K) b. Approve TIL Housing Leverage Request (Tab L) c. Conceptual Approval to Pursue Federal Grant (Tab M) d. FYI – Comparative Statistics on (Tab N) Child Abuse Rates

VIII. Public Affairs and Organizational Development Sandra Bernard-Bastien, Director a. FYI -- Hunger Update (Tab O) b. FYI – Community Appearances (Tab P) IX. Office Space Committee Report David Roach, Committee Chair See enclosed separate Committee Meeting Packet X. Agency Capacity Committee Report Ana Valladares, Committee Chair XI. OCP Report (Tab Q) Stephanie Arma Kraft FYI - SAMHSA National Conference

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XII. Public Comment Commissioner Gunzburger XIII. Council Members Discussion Commissioner Gunzburger XIV. For Your Information (Tab R)

a. CSB Minutes b. CSC In The News c. Correspondence d. Attendance Report

NEXT MEETING DATE

October 18, 2007

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CHILDREN’S SERVICES COUNCIL OF BROWARD COUNTY 6301 NW 5th Way, #3000

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Minutes August 16, 2007, 9:00 a.m.

Members in Attendance: Governor Appointee Emilio Benitez; Governor Appointee Mariza Cobb; County Commissioner Sue Gunzburger; School Board Member Stephanie Arma Kraft, Esq.; DCF District Administrator Jack L. Moss; School Superintendent James Notter; Health Department Administrator David Roach; Governor Appointee Terry Santini; Governor Appointee Christopher L. Smith; Juvenile Judge Howard M. Zeidwig Members Absent: Governor Appointee Ana Valladares Counsel Present: John Milledge, Esq. Staff in Attendance: Cindy Arenberg Seltzer, President/CEO; Monti Larsen; Karen Swartzbaugh; Sandra Bernard-Bastien; Audrey Stang; Fred Hicks; Sue Gallagher; Amy Jacques; Mikel McGee; Piper Weber; Melissa Stanley; Evan Goldman; Monica King; Shannon Rhodes; Tani Seymore; Nancy Cohn; Catherine Baez; Silvia McShan; Anne Bateman; Arnold “JB” Jean-Baptiste; Donna Hudson; Colleen Stroetz; Gwen Fuller; Nikki Main; Madeline Jones Guests in Attendance: Attached Agenda: I. Call to Order: Chair Sue Gunzburger called the meeting to order at 9:03 a.m. II. Roll Call: The roll was called and a quorum was established (Benitez, Cobb,

Gunzburger, Moss, Notter, Roach, Santini, Smith, and Zeidwig were present).

III. Chair’s Comments:

Commissioner Gunzburger stressed the importance of attendance at the September 5th T.R.I.M. meeting in order to ensure a quorum. She also reminded everyone to take into account for the T.R.I.M. meetings that there is an element of unknown when it comes to the FY 08/09 budget due to the Constitutional amendment vote on January 29, 2008. In addition, she noted that property values next year are likely to fall due to current sluggish sales. Commissioner Gunzburger drew Members’ attention to a legal opinion issued by Council attorney John Milledge concerning expenditure of funds for public information related to the tax reform initiative. Mr. Milledge summarized that CSC can take a position and/or engage in a public informational campaign concerning the upcoming State ballot question provided that the CSC finds that the measure may have significant consequences for the provision of services for children in Broward County.


IV. President’s Report:

Mrs. Arenberg Seltzer drew Members’ attention to the new CSC brochure and information packets that had been provided for their use. She also passed around a copy of the Sun-Sentinel photo and article on the back-to-school campaign, of which CSC is a partner and was represented in the photo by Commissioner Gunzburger. Mrs. Kraft arrived. Mrs. Arenberg Seltzer briefly shared her experience attending several CSC-funded summer program events, including those for Kids In Distress, League for the Hard of Hearing, Smith Community Mental Health Center, and CD 4 Youth.

CSC partnered with the School Board of Broward County in a Back to School back-pack drive for homeless children by providing a thesaurus and/or dictionary for 2,100 back-packs which will eventually be distributed to elementary, middle and high school students. The CSC’s March of Dimes WalkAmerica team was recognized as a $4,500+ team for 2007. Mrs. Arenberg Seltzer acknowledged CSC staff member Evan Goldman, Manager of Public Affairs and Organizational Development (PAOD), for his involvement in organizing a “The Trip of a Lifetime” to Washington, DC, for a group of 10 Transitional Independent Living youth from HANDY, CD 4 Youth, and S.O.S. Children’s Village who applied and interviewed for the opportunity. Private donations paid for the trip which was preceded by several educational forums. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz and her staff spent a considerable amount of time with the youth. The impact on the youth has been profound. Members’ attention were drawn to an informational document summarizing child abuse rates for Broward County in comparison to other Districts and the State’s overall average rate. Ms. Santini requested information be provided as to where Florida stands nationally. Staff was directed to provide that information at the next Council meeting. The Florida Children’s Services Council, the state-wide association of CSCs, is considering a coordinated long-range, outreach strategy. A workgroup will be meeting at CSC Broward on August 24th for a planning session.

V. Consent Agenda:

Mr. Notter clarified with Counsel that there was not a conflict of interest with his voting on the 21st Century Community Learning Centers allocation. Mr. Milledge confirmed that there was no conflict of interest. ACTION: Mr. Roach made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented, seconded by Ms. Cobb. Items B(1,3,5,7,8) and C were pulled for questions. The remaining items were passed with no opposing votes: June meeting minutes, 2-1-1 General Population Renewal, Forever Family Renewal, Commit 2B Fit Renewal, Healthy Families Broward Renewal, 2-1-1 Special Needs Renewal, DCF/CSC Transitional Independent Living Housing Contract, 21st Century Community Learning Centers Allocation, Fixed Assets Policy Revisions, Interim Financial Statements and Budget Amendments for June & July, and Invoices/P.O.s. Clarifying questions and discussion ensued concerning the pulled items. ACTION: Judge Zeidwig made a motion to approve the Training & Technical Assistance Renewal as presented. The motion was seconded by Ms. Santini and passed with no opposing votes.


ACTION: Judge Zeidwig made a motion to approve the Early Learning Coalition Renewal as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Benitez and passed with no opposing votes. ACTION: Mr. Moss made a motion to approve the ChildNet Third Party Evaluation as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Smith and passed with no opposing votes. ACTION: Mr. Smith made a motion to approve the KidCare Outreach Renewal as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Benitez and passed with no opposing votes. ACTION: Ms. Santini made a motion to approve the EPIC – MDEI Renewal. The motion was seconded by Judge Zeidwig and passed with no opposing votes. ACTION: Ms. Cobb made a motion to approve the SAFE Contract Extension as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Moss and passed with no opposing votes.

VI. Public Affairs and Organizational Development:

a) Public Outreach:

The Council was presented with additional options to strengthen public outreach and education concerning CSC programs and services available to the community. Discussion ensued with a consensus not to conduct a survey but to focus on public service announcements, and to target those communities which are in need of CSC services. There was consensus to direct staff to proceed further in their planning and bring back additional detailed outreach options. ACTION: Mr. Benitez made a motion to approve items 2-7 as presented: Wider distribution of the Annual Report, revision of artwork of existing CSC logo to include the approved tag line, revision and improvement of existing logo guideline manual, purchase of banners, expansion of radio outreach to stations serving niche communities, and the translation of the CSC brochure into three additional languages. The motion was seconded by Mr. Roach and passed with no opposing votes. b) Annual Report Theme and Cover:

ACTION: Mrs. Kraft made a motion to approve the Annual Report cover option that was presented last, with the theme abbreviated as proposed by Mr. Moss. The motion was seconded by Ms. Santini and passed with no opposing votes.

VII. Chief Operating Officer:

a) Auditor Award Recommendations: Ms. Santini commended Ms. Larsen and her staff for the professionalism with which this procurement was handled. ACTION: Ms. Santini made a motion to approve the Audit Rating Committee selection of Keefe, McCullough & Company to provide auditing services for CSC. The motion was seconded by Mr. Smith and passed with no opposing votes.


b) Tentative Millage Rate:

It was reiterated that the millage rate could always be lowered before the final vote in September, but it could not be raised. It was also noted that the proposed tentative millage rate is lower than required by the Florida State legislature in their property tax reform legislation. The Chair explained that Judge Zeidwig is statutorily prohibited from voting on the millage rate.

ACTION: Mr. Roach made a motion to approve the tentative millage rate of .3572 for FY 07/08. The motion was seconded by Mr. Smith and passed with no opposing votes, with one abstention from Judge Zeidwig.

VIII. Office Space Committee Report:

Members’ attention were drawn to the meeting agenda addendum for approval of the Office Space Committee recommendation to offer Riverbend Development a firm $8 million, including a $50 allowance for tenant improvement, for a 30,000 square foot building. Mrs. Kraft expressed discomfort with using Council money to purchase or construct a building at this time, instead of directing the money into services, but stated she would support the Council decision. Mr. Benitez, while agreeing that owning is much better than renting in the long run, also expressed shock at the price. Ms. Santini suggested waiting for property values to come down and looking further for a reduced price. Robert Listokin and Donna Korn, CSC’s procured brokers from Colliers Abood Wood-Fay, addressed the expressed concerns of the Council members and explained that while the residential market is going down, the commercial market is not.

James Beeson and Matt Lyons of NICO Development, Inc., rose to answer questions about a proposed building at Woodland Vista. They promised a turn-key facility in 11 months.

ACTION: Mr. Moss made a motion to approve the Office Space Committee recommendation to offer Riverbend Development a firm $8 million, with a second by Commissioner Gunzburger. Ms. Santini offered a substitute motion to simultaneously negotiate with the Riverbend developers and the Woodland Vista developers. The motion by Ms. Santini was seconded by Mr. Notter and passed with no opposing votes.

IX. Special Needs Update:

Ms. Cobb shared her experience visiting some of the CSC-funded special needs program as well as the STEPS (Supported Training Employment Program for Special Needs) graduation and encouraged members to attend similar program events.

X. Public Comment:

Susan Byrne, 2-1-1, thanked the Council for its support and noted that new bus tails include the CSC logo.

Francois LeConte, Minority Development & Empowerment Inc. (MDEI), thanked the Council for approving the public outreach items and stressed the importance of reaching niche markets in need of the services.

XI. Council Members’ Comments:

Mrs. Kraft shared her experience observing the Coral Springs’ Commit 2B Fit program.

XII. Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 11:12 a.m.

_____________________ Jack L. Moss, Secretary

ATTACHMENT I


MEETING ATTENDEES

*denotes speaker

Name Organization Elizabeth Wynter United Way of Broward County

Larry Rein ChildNet Mike Elwell Broward County Children’s Services

Administration Division Francois LeConte* Minority Development Empowerment, Inc.

Trish Wurl Family Central Tim Curtin Memorial Healthcare System

Barbara Weinstein Family Central Germaine Baugh Urban League of Broward County

Carrie Cohen Kids in Distress Susan Byrne* 2-1-1: First Call for Help

Ronnie Montgomery Girls & Boys Town Dennis Haas ARC Broward

Charinus Johnson YMCA Lisa Magrino Henderson Mental Health Center Donna Korn Colliers Abood Wood-Fay

Christine Heft Memorial Healthcare Suhaill Ruano Children’s Home Society

Elissa Hutshneker After School Program, Inc. Nema Smith OIC

Margalie Clarke HANDY Jim Beeson* NICO Development

Patrice B. Villek Minority Development Empowerment, Inc. Jodi Lee ChildNet

Arlene Connelly OIC of Broward Eileen Cottrill Aspira

Steve Strickland 2-1-1 Broward Anide Metellus-Thompson Minority Development Empowerment, Inc.

Tania Hamilton Gulf Coast Community Care Sabrina Peña Young Young at Art of Broward

Israel Gomez Keele, McCullough & Co. Ken Smith Keele, McCullough & Co.

Matt Lyons* NICO Development Barbara Lesh Healthy Families

Reneé Podolsky Broward Regional Health Planning Council Shawn McMorris Senior Volunteer Services Robyn Perlman ELC

Jean Mikus Jack & Jill Marjoree Evans Broward Children’s Center Robert Listokin Colliers Abood Wood-Fay

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CHILDREN’S SERVICES COUNCIL OF BROWARD COUNTY

Truth In Millage (T.R.I.M.) First Public Hearing

6301 NW 5th Way, Suite 3000

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Minutes September 5, 2007 @ 5:01 p.m.

Members in Attendance: Commissioner Sue Gunzburger; Health Department Administrator David L. Roach; Governor Appointee Emilio Benitez; Governor Appointee Mariza Cobb; School Board Member Stephanie Arma Kraft; School Board Superintendent James Notter; Governor Appointee Terry Santini; Governor Appointee Christopher Smith; Governor Appointee Ana Valladares; Governor Appointee Judge Howard Zeidwig. Members Absent: DCF District Administrator Jack L. Moss Counsel Present: Garry Johnson, Esq. Staff in Attendance: Monti Larsen, Karen Swartzbaugh, Sandra Bernard-Bastien, Fred Hicks, Audrey Stang, Sue Gallagher, Evan Goldman, Monica King, Mikel McGee, Ellis Chapman, John Jeyasingh, Shannon Rhodes, Silvia McShan, Herm Fishbein, Dion Smith, Monica King, Diane Davis, Colleen Stroetz, Evan Goldman, Terry Brennan, Piper Weber, Janice Strugano, Judy Troncin, Colleen Carpenter, Octanious Seymore, Theresa Nottage, Shawanda Spencer, Melissa Soza. Guests and Speakers: Mary Macomber; Debbie Benami Rahn; Philip Balisk; Paul Balisk; Joann Fletcher; Mark Gross; Charles Raiken; Kim Schur;

I. Millage Hearing

Commissioner Gunzburger, Chair, called to order the first public hearing on the proposed millage rate for Fiscal Year 2007-08 at 5:05 p.m. Commissioner Gunzburger read the announcement of the proposed millage rate for the Children’s Services Council of Broward. The rollback rate is 0.3716 which is a 3.88% decrease over the proposed millage rate. The proposed millage rate is 0.3572. Commissioner Gunzburger read Resolution No. 2007-01 by title adopting the proposed millage rate. Commissioner Gunzburger opened the floor for public comments on the proposed millage rate. Hearing none, the public comment section for the proposed millage rate was closed and the Chair opened the floor for Council Members’ comments. Hearing none, the Chair called for a motion to adopt the resolution to adopt the proposed millage rate. ACTION: David Roach made a motion to adopt the proposed millage rate of 0.3572 for Fiscal Year 2007-08. The motion was seconded by James Notter and followed by a roll call vote with Judge Ziedwig abstaining per statute. The motion passed with no opposing votes.


Emilio Benitez Yes Mariza Cobb Absent Suzanne Gunzburger Yes Stephanie Arma Kraft Yes Jack Moss Absent James Notter Yes David Roach Yes Terry Santini Yes Christopher L. Smith Absent Ana Valladares Yes Judge Howard Zeidwig Abstain

Commissioner Gunzburger closed the public hearing on the proposed millage rate. Commissioner Gunzburger opened the public hearing for adoption of the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2007-2008 at 5:12 p.m. Commissioner Gunzburger read Resolution No. 2007-02 by title only, adopting the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2007-08. Commissioner Gunzburger opened the floor for comments from the public. Council member Mariza Cobb arrived at the meeting at 5:15 p.m. Public Comment included: Mary Macomber of the Million Meals Committee thanked the Council and gave a brief update on the Million Meals Committee; Kim Schur of the League of the Hard of Hearing also thanked the Council; Debbie Benami Rahm, a CSC contracted trainer thanked the Council for supporting training to improve staff retention; and Joann Fletcher, President/CEO of VIP Training thanked the Council for providing training opportunities throughout the community. Commissioner Gunzburger closed the Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2007-08 budget. The Council comment section for the budget was then opened and Commissioner Gunzburger reviewed the two remaining items on the Wish List which were brought forward from the June Program Planning Committee meeting. Cribs for Kids

ACTION: David Roach made a motion to incorporate the Cribs for Kids item into the FY 2007-08 Budget. The motion was seconded by Stephanie Arma Kraft and passed with no opposing votes. SAO Internet Predator Pilot

Ms. Swartzbaugh explained the SAO is now proposing only a 1 year pilot program and that they would seek additional funds from the State following this initial period. Discussion ensued as to what the CSC should fund and what the State should fund. Mr. Benitez stated that he had spoken with several ranking staff members within the SAO and it raised concerns for him over the types of services that CSC should fund. Legal Counsel was asked if there were any legal complications in funding this item and if stipulations could be added to the contract. Mr. Johnson replied that it was within the Council’s discretion to fund the program and the Council could also apply any stipulations to the contract that it deemed necessary. Christopher Smith arrived at the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Further discussion ensued concerning CSC funding prosecutors and not services for children. It was pointed out that these prosecutors would be specially trained and would be dedicated only to these types of complicated cases.


Mrs. Arenberg Seltzer explained that this item is to incorporate the funds into the FY 2007-08 budget and that the Council would have an additional opportunity to approve the contract and related expenditures. Commissioner Gunzburger suggested that the item remain on the Wish List and be brought back to the Council at the September Meeting with those items of concern addressed in the issue paper and ensuing preliminary contract. The Council unanimously agreed. Commissioner Gunzburger announced that the PPC Meeting scheduled for September was cancelled. ACTION: David Roach made a motion to adopt the Resolution and proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2007-08. The motion was seconded by Mariza Cobb and passed with no opposing votes. The meeting adjourned at 5:39 p.m. Respectfully Submitted:

………………………….. Jack Moss Secretary

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For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 3.2:

Reduce the Recidivism Rate of Low Risk Juvenile Offenders and Prevent the Escalation of Crime.

Objective 5: Collaborate with Community Partners to Provide Early Intervention to Families with Children Exhibiting Fire Setting and Related Risk Behaviors.

Issue:

Juvenile Firesetter’s Prevention Program Contract Renewals for FY 07/08

Action:

Approve BSO Juvenile Firesetter’s Contract Renewal.

Recommendation: $150,000 of $150,000 Currently Budgeted for Goal 3.2.5 for FY 07/08.

Background From 2003 to 2005, the Council funded the BSO/Office of Fire Rescue (BSO/OFR) Juvenile Firesetter’s Prevention Program with an annual allocation of $200,000 as a government entity procurement exemption. The program provides the following services to curtail the incidence of fire-setting behaviors:

intensive, two-hour workshops for youth who have demonstrated fire-setting behavior; comprehensive mental health assessments and treatment to prevent re-offenses; parent education; and community outreach and universal prevention education.

In FY 06/07 the County Commission proposed a 3-way partnership with County funding of $270,000, BSO funding of $284,000 and a Council allocation of $150,000 for a total operating budget of $704,000. An estimated 200 youth referred for fire-setting behavior are served annually and another 5,000 children and families participate in the universal prevention education and community outreach components. In FY 06/07, over 140 educational presentations were provided countywide. Current Status: In light of recent County budget reductions, Fire Rescue worked diligently to reduce operating costs. Expensive computer enhancements were eliminated through implementation of a web-based data system and Fire Marshall overtime costs were significantly reduced. The proposed FY 07/08 Budget of $450,000 will include a County allocation of $300,000 and the Council’s allocation of $150,000. A consolidated budget is attached. Monitoring verifies that the Juvenile Firesetters Program continues to provide important prevention and early intervention services to the community and to the unique, fire-setting population. The clinical assessment component is very thorough and demonstrates a holistic approach, with follow-up recommendations that meet participants’ academic, medical and mental health needs. Efforts are in process to address data collection needs through implementation of a web-based data system and more intensive follow-up to be provided through a collaboration with Fire Marshalls from the County and participating Cities.

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Outcome Performance:

Outcome Measures FY 03/04

FY 04/05

FY 05/06

FY 06/07 October - June

% of youth who were not referred for subsequent fire-setting or other law violation for six (6) months after completing the workshop. 95% 97% 95% 98%

% of youth who demonstrate a decrease in incidents of the misuse of fire and interest in fire. N/A 95% 100% 99%

% of participants in the Community Outreach Fire Safety Education Prevention Presentations who demonstrate increased knowledge of fire risks and prevention strategies.

57% 83% 81% 80%

Recommended Action: Approve BSO Juvenile Firesetter’s Contract Renewal. Budget Impact: $150,000 of $150,000 Currently Budgeted for Goal 3.2.5 for FY 07/08.

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For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 7.1:

Increase Availability of Afterschool Programs for Children in the General Population and Children with Special Needs.

Objective 1:

Provide Funding for Afterschool and Out of School Programs Incorporating Academic Enrichment and Fitness Activities.

Issue:

Provide Year Three (3) of Three Year Match for Mott Foundation Grant.

Action:

Approve Year Three (3) of Three Match for Children’s Services Council of Florida Mott Foundation Grant.

Budget Impact: $15,000 of $36,841 Unallocated Within Goal 7.1 for FY 07/08.

Background: In November 2005 and again in September 2006, the Council approved Broward’s portion of the match for years 1 and 2 of a three year grant opportunity with the Mott Foundation and the Children’s Services Council of Florida (CSCF). Each CSC is contributing a portion of the match for this national foundation grant. The grant award is being used to formalize and sustain the Florida Afterschool Network (FAN) charged with creating a state-wide infrastructure to improve the quality of out-of-school programming. Public and private partnerships to connect local, state, and national resources supporting school-based afterschool programs are being developed to expand quality afterschool standards and promote public awareness and advocacy. Current Status: In the past year, several outreach and advocacy activities were successfully launched including a contribution to the Children’s Forum State Conference which enabled the inclusion of trainers on the School Age Care Environment Rating Scales (SACERS) and National AfterSchool Association Standards for Quality School-Age Care. Other events included the Children’s Summit, One Goal Summer, and the sponsoring of Lights On Afterschool mini-grants. The FAN was recently expanded to include additional prominent Florida stakeholders, including The Agency for Workforce Innovation, the Department of Children & Families, School Districts, and Early Learning Coalitions. Regional Quality Standards Meetings are happening in August and September, 2007, with participation by programs including Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCAs, faith-based organizations, Parks and Recreation Department, and local School Districts. Another successful accomplishment is the collaboration with the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability (OPPAGA). The Legislature directed OPPAGA to review Florida’s afterschool programs and FAN provided focus groups to discuss public-private partnerships and successful afterschool programs. FAN will continue to be used as a resource to OPPAGA while they continue to review afterschool programs throughout the state. Recommended Action: Approve Year Three (3) of Three Match for Children’s Services Council of Florida Mott Foundation Grant. Budget Impact: $15,000 of $36,841 Unallocated Within Goal 7.1 for FY 07/08.

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For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 1.1:

Build a Stronger, More Sustainable Service Delivery System to Better Serve the Diverse Population that Represents Broward County. Increase Capacity of the Service Delivery System to Meet the Needs of Diverse Populations.

Issue:

One Community Partnership (OCP) Contract and Subcontract Renewals.

Action:

Approve FY 07/08 Contract and Subcontract Renewals.

Budget Impact: $307,055 of $307,055 in Special Revenue Fund, Offset by $307,055 Available in the Special Revenue Fund. This action is a Grant-Specific Procurement Exception.

Background: In 2001, Broward County Children’s Services Administration (CSAD) and the Council successfully applied for a federal SAMSHA grant to develop a “system of care” for Seriously Emotionally Disturbed children in Broward County. Founded as the ‘One Community Partnership’ (OCP), the grant is part of SAMHSA’s Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services for Children and Families program. As lead applicant, the County contracts directly with the federal government and subcontracts with the Council for some grant components; the Council, in turn, executes subcontracts for some service components. Since FY 07/08 is the last year of the grant and all partners have been working to ensure sustainability of the system of care when federal funding ends; all contracts will be reduced for FY 07/08, which has been the plan for the past year. Current Status: As the lead entity, the County’s contract with SAMSHA in FY 07/08 has been reduced to $1,000,000. The Council’s contract with the County will be reduced from $368,383 in FY 06/07 to $307,055 for FY 07/08, pending final negotiations. That reduction will be managed through (1) reduction of the National Evaluation contract with the University of South Florida; and (2) contracting needed administrative support through a Temp Agency to minimize administrative support costs. The national evaluation team will focus on retaining follow-up participants in the SAMHSA required 36th month outcome study instead of recruiting new members. This will allow funds to be shifted from the national evaluation to family-centered initiatives such as the Parent Support project through the Mental Health Association, under a contract with the County. The Wraparound service model and cultural competence trainings have been integrated through the Broward County Training Collaborative and the Council’s annual allocation for professional development trainings. In addition, the County allocated $100,000 to sustain the fidelity of the model introduced by Vroon-Vandenburg further ensuring sustainability of system of care principles.

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Draft contracts and budgets, pending final negotiations, are attached for reference.

1. $307,055 for Renewal of County/CSC Contract. 2. $167,500 for Renewal of CSC/University of South Florida National Evaluation Contract.

Recommended Action: Approve Contract and Subcontract Renewals. Budget Impact: $307,055 of $307,055 in Special Revenue Fund, Offset by

$307,055 Available in the Special Revenue Fund.

This action is a Grant-Specific Procurement Exception.

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For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 3.1:

Reduce Risk Factors Associated with Delinquency, Violence, Victimization, School Failure, Teen Pregnancy and Other Risky Behaviors by Strengthening Protective Factors and Increasing Positive Decision Making Skills.

Objective 5:

Contribute to Achieving the BCCSP Objective to Reduce the Number of Youth Ages 16-19 who are in the Workforce but Unemployed to 18% by 2010 through the Provision of Summer Youth Employment Opportunities.

Issue:

Summer 2008 Youth Employment Program.

Action: Approve Workforce One Contract Renewal for FY 07/08.

Budget Impact: $1,800,000 of $1,800,000 Currently Budgeted for Goal 3.1.5 for FY 07/08.

Background: Since Summer 2005, the Council has supported summer jobs and training for youth in Broward County. With an allocation of $1 million, the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) 2005, operated by Workforce One, placed 615 economically disadvantaged youth ages 16-18 at over 300 worksites and 31 younger youth ages 14 - 15 in a specialized health science training program offered in partnership with Broward Community College. For SYEP 2006, the Council increased WorkForce One’s allocation to $1.5 million to increase the number of employed youth and add counselor positions to provide better support and stabilize job placements. All youth were paid the current minimum wage of $6.40 per hour for up to 40 hours per week and received individualized employability skills training, counseling and case management services. Additionally, in support of the community’s commitment to youth aging out of foster care, strategies were implemented to recruit transitioning teens for the SYEP program, in partnership with ChildNet and HANDY. Due to logistical issues, the Community College component for younger youth was eliminated. SYEP 2006 was extremely successful, with a total of 653 youth placed in summer jobs. Outcomes for both 2005 and 2006 were successfully achieved. For Summer 2007, the Council maintained the $1.5 million budget, and added a number of program enhancements. Counselor positions were increased to provide case management for the youth served and reduce staff to youth ratios. Based on past performance and employer preference, the age range for participation was raised to target 16-18 year olds. These strategies proved to be very effective for SYEP 2007, with 696 youth participating. Youth in the child welfare system were specifically recruited and 45 maintained employment throughout Summer 2007. Another 62 youth with special needs completed the STEPS supported employment program. The SYEP and STEPS supported employment programs both exceeded all outcomes for safety, job retention, and employer satisfaction. While total contract utilization is still pending, full utilization is expected.

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Current Status: At the Budget Retreat, the Council approved an additional $300,000 increase for 125 additional slots as incentives/rewards for (1) high schoolers involved in the Council’s collaborative 21st Century Learning Center (CCLC) for consistent CCLC attendance and academic improvement during the school year and (2) teens participating in Council-funded youth development programming who meet behavior and academic goals. Successful strategies that would be carried forward into the new contract term include:

Targeting 16-18 year olds for participation; Recruiting more youth from the dependency system; Paid employability skills training completed by youth prior to job placement; Performance evaluations of youth completed by the employers; Incentives for exemplary youth; Child care, referrals to community resources, and other supports for youth in need; and Open lines of communication between CSC and SYEP staff.

Outcome Performance: Site visits by CSC staff verify a well managed program that has implemented meaningful improvements over the past several years. As indicated in the chart below, SYEP performance has been positive since inception, with a commitment to ongoing quality improvement.

Performance Measure 2005 2006 2007

% of youth who complete a minimum 4 weeks of subsidized, full time work experience. 83% 99% 100%

% of employers surveyed who indicate satisfaction with the program support & youth employee(s). 90% 94% 98%

% of youth surveyed who demonstrate satisfaction with the program. 94% 97% 98%

% of children who will not experience a serious injury (requiring emergency room attention), abuse or arrest report while in care. 100% 100% 100%

Action: Approve Workforce One Contract Renewal for FY 07/08.

Budget Impact:

$1,800,000 of $1,800,000 Currently Budgeted for Goal 3.1.5 for FY 07/08.

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For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 1.1:

Build provider agency organizational effectiveness.

Objective 2:

Provide funding to support organization and program quality improvement initiatives.

Action:

Approve contract renewal for the South Florida Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund.

Budget Impact: $150,000 of $200,000 Available for Services Goal 1.1 for FY 07/08.

Background: In 2003, CSC partnered with the Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund for the first time and matched the first $100,000 contributions raised from the public for the Back To School Campaign. That money was then matched 1:2 by the McCormick Foundation, resulting in $50,000 additional for the campaign. In addition to maximizing resources, this collaboration enabled the Council to less labor-intensively provide administrative mini-grants to many agencies, with extraordinary public relations exposure for the CSC. This successful collaboration has grown and deepened over the years. Other campaign partners included AutoNation, A.D. Henderson Foundation and the Quantum Foundation. Because of the success of the CSC funding relationship with the Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund, the Palm Beach CSC became a supporter in 2004. In 2006, the Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund awarded $2.9 million in grants to over 100 child and family serving agencies in South Florida, with the Back to School Campaign contributing more than $540,000 to the bottom line. The CSC’s support of the Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund benefited nearly 30,000 children being served by the Back to School Campaign. The Council continues to have a presence in the Back to School Campaign and in 2006 the CSC was also promoted as a sponsor of the Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund Holiday Campaign. Additionally, the CSC and Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund worked together to identify agencies that demonstrated a need to improve their organizational capacity. Through the Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund’s partnership with the CSC, $50,000 plus a $25,000 match was recommended for these agencies. At this time, they are pending approval from the McCormick Tribune Foundation and if approved will be awarded this fall. An Agreement, previously approved by Legal Counsel, is attached for reference. Current Status: The campaigns use in-paper space and media (radio & TV) to solicit donations from Sun-Sentinel readers. CSC participation will be acknowledged in all promotional materials for both campaigns, including print and media. If this renewal is approved, the Council will continue to have a presence in both of the campaigns during the 07/08 fiscal year. Recommended Action: Approve contract renewal with the South Florida Sun-Sentinel Children’s

Fund Budget Impact: $150,000 of $200,000 Available for Services Goal 1.1 for FY 07/08.

E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\4_1_1 Future Prep Funding Reallocation IP.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 4.1: Strengthen Supports for Youth to Successfully Transition to Adulthood.

Objective 1: Provide Independent Living Programming for Youth in Foster Care, Relative (Kinship) and Non-Relative Care or Protective Supervision to Improve Their Transition to a Productive Adulthood.

Issue:

Revised Funding Recommendations for Future Prep Independent Living Programs.

Action:

Approve Revised Future Prep Reallocations.

Budget Impact: $75,000 of $75,000 Currently Budgeted for Goal 4.1.1 for FY 07/08.

Background: The “Future Prep” Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued in March 2007 to programs to provide Transitional Independent Living (TIL) and life skills development for youth in foster care, relative (Kinship) care and non-relative care who are aging out of the child welfare system. As the RPF was developed, The Jim Moran Foundation chose to partner with the Council, adding another $250,000 to the Council’s annual allocation of $1 million. In June 2007, the Council awarded $1,125,000 to three community providers, with an additional $75,000 set aside for a proposed contract with the County’s Family Success Division for a community-wide TIL Housing Resource Specialist position. This housing position, endorsed by the community’s TIL Task Force, would serve as an independent resource for all TIL programs and interface with the County’s ongoing affordable housing efforts.

Current Status: Concurrent with the Council’s recent TIL efforts, the County’s Children Services Board (CSB) allocated $300,000 for development of a TIL housing initiative, which was to be implemented by the County’s Family Success Division. After collaboration between CSC and CSB staff, it was recommended that the County assume responsibility for the TIL housing initiative, including the Housing Coordinator Specialist position, rent and utility assistance; a plan that was endorsed by the CSB on August 24th. In this collaboration, the Council’s $75,000 would be re-allocated to Future Prep programs to increase the number of Life Coaches and coaching tools consistent with CSC’s current funding which are not provided by the County, as recommended in the chart below:

Agency Initial

Recommended Allocation*

Change Revised

Recommended Allocation*

Comments

Providence/Camelot Care $348,609 $17,564 $366,173 Restores Casey Foundation Financial Literacy component.

Kids @ Home $225,000 $57,436 $282,436Restores full complement of Life Coach positions as originally proposed.

HANDY $601,391 0 $601,391 No change to initial allocation.

Total $1,175,000 $75,000 $1,250,000 * FY 07/08 Allocations Exclude 06/07 Start-Up.

Action: Approve Revised Future Prep Reallocation.

Budget Impact: $75,000 of $75,000 Currently Budgeted for Goal 4.1.1 for FY 07/08.

E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\Legal Aid - Age Eligibility Criteria.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 4.1:

Strengthen Supports for Youth to Successfully Transition to Adulthood.


Issue:

Age Parameters for Independent Living Services.

Action:

Approve Expansion of Eligibility Criteria through Age 22.

Budget Impact: N/A

Background: Services to youth aging out of foster care were first approved by the Council in 2004, in part, to alleviate the problems presented by the Road to Independence Act, which stops most services to the neediest youth at age 18. According to Broward’s Transitional Independent Living (TIL) Task Force transmittal, approximately 175 to 200 local foster youth do not qualify for services offered through the Road to Independence Act. Data provided by DCF reveals that only 55% of youth who are now 17 have been assessed/referred for Independent Living services. Studies show that, on average, individuals do not attain financial self-sufficiency until age 25. National best practices in youth development programming indicate that youth need extended supports until at least age 22 to successfully complete post-secondary training, attain jobs that pay a living wage, and master independent living skills. As a result, the Council has continued to support TIL services for youth up to age 22 for both Future Prep and Kinship programs. In 2005, the Council funded Legal Aid to provide legal advocacy services to low income youth through their Team Child Project up to the age of 18. Legal advocacy targets youth at high risk of entering the dependency system, the delinquency system or, at times, both systems. Outcome performance indicates that the Team Child program has been effective in the prevention of delinquent behavior. Service activities include but are not limited to assisting youth with:

• Access to appropriate educational services • Access to medical services • Access to mental health services • Access to Food Stamps, WAGES, Housing, Social Security, etc. • Family Law issues such as divorce, custody, visitation, child support, domestic violence. • Dependency issues

Expanding the age eligibility criteria for Team Child’s Project legal advocacy services for youth to age 22 would align it with similar programs designed to positively impact the lives of transitioning youth. Action:

Approve Expansion of Eligibility Criteria through Age 22.

Budget Impact: N/A

E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\Renew SAMIS Contract.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

System Goal 1.1 Improve the coordination of children’s services.

Objective 2: Improve provider reporting capability for SAMIS enhancements.

Issue:

Renew SAMIS Contract

Action:

Approve SAMIS Three Year Contract Renewal.

Budget Impact: $ 79,143 of $85,000 Available in System Goal 1.1.2 for FY 07/08. $ 52,242 of $58,000 Available in Contract/Direct Admin for FY 07/08. $131,385 Total for FY 07/08

Background: SAMIS (Services Activities Management Information System) is the shared CSC funded system that providers utilize to report their individual client information and units of service. Other CSCs around the state share in the cost of developing, maintaining and enhancing SAMIS.

Current Status: Over this past year the statewide collaborative has held several meetings to thoroughly review and update the contract. The result of this review is the improvement of processing transactions and fund accountability. Additionally, the data collaborative has undergone an audit of internal controls and security and passed successfully. The proposed three year contract has undergone legal review by all of the members of the collaborative. Recommended Action: Approve SAMIS Three Year Contract Renewal. Budget Impact: $ 79,143 of $85,000 Available in System Goal 1.1.2 for FY 07/08.

$ 52,242 of $58,000 Available in Contract/Direct Admin for FY 07/08. $131,385 Total for FY 07/08

E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\Public Records policy.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Issue:

Public Records Policy.

Action:

Approve Public Records Policy.

Budget Impact: None.

Background: As a governmental entity, CSC is subject to the public records guidelines as outlined in Florida Statutes Section 119. For past 6 years we have followed State guidelines. Staff recently attended the State sanctioned workshop detailing the finer points of the statute and recommend creating CSC-specific policies which are attached for your approval. Current Status: Legal counsel has reviewed and approved the attached policy and related procedures. Recommended Action: Approve Public Records Policy. Budget Impact: None.

A Publication of the Children’s Services Councilof Broward County, Florida

6301 NW 5th Way, Suite 3000, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309Phone: (954) 377-1000, FAX: (954) 377-1683

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Florida Statutes Section 119 – Public Records

POLICY

The Children’s Service’s Council (CSC) shall permit records to beinspected and examined by any person desiring to do so.Inspection of records is available Monday through Friday duringregular office hours 8:30 A.M. until 5:00 P.M., at CSCHeadquarters. Inspection of records is supervised by thecustodian of the public records or the custodian’s designee.

Public Records are defined by Florida Statutes Section119.011(11) which states:

“Public records” means all documents, papers, letters,maps, books, tapes, photographs, films, sound recordingsor other material, regardless of physical form orcharacteristics or records of transmission, made or receivedpursuant to law or ordinance or in connection with thetransaction of official business by any agency.”

Confidentiality of DocumentsThe CSC is committed to protecting the confidentiality and rightsof individuals served by its subcontractors and other agents. Tothe extent that CSC retains records, CSC will not use or discloseany information concerning a recipient of its funding for anypurpose which is not in conformity with state and federalregulations, except upon written consent of the recipient, or aresponsible parent or guardian, when authorized by law. CSCmay forward any request for public records to its legal counsel forreview prior to releasing such information to the public.

A Publication of the Children’s Services Councilof Broward County, Florida

6301 NW 5th Way, Suite 3000, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309Phone: (954) 377-1000, FAX: (954) 377-1683

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07 Requesting Review and/or Copies DocumentsIn order to better serve and ensure the comprehensiveness of therequested information, CSC prefers a written request pertaining tothe desired information; however, a verbal request will also beconsidered.

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E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\SAO Internet Safey.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 11:

Increase the Safety of Children and Youth in the Community.

Objective 1:

Pilot Strategies to Prevent Child Endangerment, Victimization and Abduction Including Technological Vulnerability.

Issue: SAO Internet Pilot Project Follow-Up from May Budget Retreat.

Action:

Approve One Year Internet Predator Pilot Initiative for FY 07/08.

Budget Impact: $182,768 of $182,768 Available on the “Wish List” for FY 07/08.

Background: At the May Budget Retreat, representatives from the State’s Attorney Office (SAO) requested Council consideration of a two year pilot program to increase local resources to prosecute internet child predators. In response to concerns raised at the June Program Planning Committee meeting, the SAO revised their funding request from a two year pilot project to a one year pilot project. Current Status: The Internet Predator Pilot Project was brought to the first TRIM hearing on September 5th for FY 07/08 budget consideration. There was clear consensus that the Internet crimes against children are an egregious and growing national crisis. However, several concerns were raised including: 1) Whether prosecuting criminals was an appropriate use of CSC funds; 2) Could it be made clear that this funding was limited to a one year pilot; and, 3) Could we ask the SAO to report back mid-year on progress in raising other dollars so the program didn’t end when CSC dollars went away. Staff was asked to develop contract language that would clearly limit any such pilot project to no more than one year, with no options for continuation or renewal. Reviewed by Legal Counsel, language related to the one year term is highlighted in the attached draft contract and Scope of Work as well as other revisions related to the unique services that would be provided under this Agreement, if approved. Action:

Approve One Year Internet Predator Pilot Initiative for FY 07/08.

Budget Impact: $182,768 of $182,768 Available on the “Wish List” for FY 07/08.

E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\4_1_1 TIL Wilson Gardens Match IP.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 4.1: Strengthen Supports for Youth to Successfully Transition to Adulthood.


Issue:

Leverage Funding Request for Henderson Mental Health Center’s Wilson Gardens TIL Housing Project.

Action:

Approve Leverage Funding Request for Henderson Mental Health Center’s Wilson Gardens TIL Housing Project

Budget Impact: $75,000 of $1,772,996 Available in Unallocated for FY 07/08. This action is a Leveraged Funds Procurement Exemption.

Background: Henderson Mental Health Center has submitted a request to the Council to leverage funds available through the Jim Moran Foundation for a collaborative housing project initiative to serve youth with behavioral issues who are aging out of the foster care system. This project would complement the Council’s current commitment to Transitional Independent Living (TIL) through “Future Prep programs, also in partnership with the Jim Moran Foundation, and the Council’s commitment of $100,000 to support DCF’s new TIL housing initiative on the Howard Forman Campus (formerly known as the South Florida State Hospital).

Current Status: As explained In the attached executive summary, Henderson Mental Health Center would leverage $75,000 in Council funding as match to a $25,000 grant from the Jim Moran Foundation and $28,000 from the United Way. This proposal collaborates with Broward Housing Solutions (BHS), a non-profit organization devoted to development of housing options to meet community needs. BHS is currently in the process of renovating the Wilson Gardens apartment complex, donated to BHS by Broward County as part of their affordable housing initiative. The complex, located in Hollywood, would house six (6) young adults, ages 18 to 23 years, and include an on-site Residential Manager and a Masters level Life Coach to model and coach daily living skills in the areas of budgeting, health and hygiene, career and educational planning and effectively accessing community resources on a 24/7 basis. Such supports are vital for this population of foster care youth with diagnosed mental health issues who are not prepared for more traditional housing placements.

Henderson MHC has been pursuing collaborative funding for this project over the past year and has been successful in securing funding from the following:

Colwell Banker CARES Community Foundation $1,000 The Watts Foundation $5,000 The Community Foundation $25,000 The United Way $28,098 Total $59,098

The Jim Moran Foundation grant and the Council’s match would fully fund the project. A line item budget is attached also attached for reference.

Action: Approve Leverage Funding Request for Wilson Gardens TIL Housing Project

Budget Impact: $75,000 of $1,772,996 Available in Unallocated for FY 07/08. This action is a Leveraged Funds Procurement Exemption.

E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\Summer of Service Grant.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goals: 3.1, 7.1; 8.2; 10.1:

Increase Availability of After School Programs Serving Economically Disadvantaged Children in the General Population, Children with Behavioral Conditions and Children with Special Needs.

Issue:

Summer of Service Federal Grant.

Action: Conceptual Approval of Submitting Proposal for Corporation for National and Community Service Grant.

Budget Impact: Potentially $200,000 of $5,500,000 Currently Budged for Summer for FY 07/08 as Match to $200,000 Revenue.

Background: The Summer of Service is a federal grant opportunity, sponsored by The Corporation for National and Community Service, to engage more young people, particularly those from disadvantaged circumstances, in service during the summer months. Summer of service activities include high quality, supervised, volunteer activities with middle school youth in multiple locations during the summer (out-of-school) months. Without exposure to constructive activities, summer can be a difficult time for young people. The Summer of Service initiative recognizes the potential of youth to contribute in meaningful ways to the communities in which they live through volunteer service. According to research, youth who are involved in their communities through service do better in school, engage in fewer risky behaviors, have a better sense of themselves, and feel more empowered to make a difference in their own lives than youth who do not participate in volunteer activities. Council funding for Summer Programs presents middle school youth with opportunities for recreational camps enhanced by academic and fitness building activities. The goal is to help youth improve school success, social adjustment, readiness for social transition while creating an engaging, challenging, and interesting environment. The Summer of Service activities will enhance an already strong CSC program with additional resources and tools needed to better reach the needs of the youth in Broward County. The Summer of Service activities will be included throughout all eligible CSC funded summer programs targeting middle school youth. If awarded, the additional resources will provide CSC the opportunity to expand Summer Programs to include another layer of invaluable opportunities for participating youth. Providers will offer youth the chance to organize, plan, and execute meaningful service learning projects throughout their community. Current Status: This is a one-time federal grant project which would provide $200,000 of additional resources to our community. The opportunity requires a 33% match, which would be met by current CSC allocation for summer programs. CSC would be the lead applicant and would directly receive the grant dollars, if awarded. The additional resources will allow for supplementary supports and staff to train providers and students, organize logistics, and augment project budgets. Recommended Action: Conceptually approve grant proposal and Letter of Intent for the Summer of Service federal grant. Budget Impact: Potentially $200,000 of $5,500,000 Currently Budged for Summer for FY 07/08 as Match to $200,000 Revenue.

E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\Child Abuse Rate.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 2.1:

Reduce the Incidence of Verified Evidence of Abuse and Neglect.

Objective 1:

Contribute to achieving the Broward County Children’s Strategic Plan Objective to Reduce Child Abuse and Neglect Through the Provision of Effective Family Strengthening Services.

Issue:

Broward County’s Child Abuse Rate in Comparison to Nation

Action:

None. For Informational Purposes Only.

Budget Impact: None.

Background: The Council’s first procurement action in October 2001 was for programs to strengthen families at high risk for child abuse and neglect. From that inaugural RFP to present day, the Council has been committed to this goal and objective. With the most recent Family Strengthening RFP, 17 child abuse prevention programs were awarded a total of $7,603,045 for FY 07/08.

At the last Council meeting, statistics were provided that displayed child abuse rates for Broward County in comparison to other Districts and the State’s overall average rate. The information reflected that the child abuse rate for Broward County, 20.64, was significantly lower than the State average of 30.40 and many other comparable Districts.

Current Status: Council member Terry Santini requested that staff look at how the State and Broward County compared to the rest of the nation. The Child Welfare League of America through it’s National Data Analysis System collects data on each state’s child abuse and neglect reports. At first glance, it appears that the State of Florida has a very high rate of child abuse in comparison to other states. The problem, however, is that each state not only varies on how they define abuse and neglect but on how they record a report. For example, the State of Florida is only one of four states that keeps track of both substantiated and indicated reports. A substantiated report is when there has been a preponderance of evidence while an indicated report does not carry the same high level of evidence. With the degree of variation between states, absolute comparisons can not be made. With those disclaimers in mind, the chart below is for your reference and reflects data from Florida as well as several other states from the year 2005.

State Child Population

Children Substantiated

Children Indicated

Total Victims Rate per 1,000 children

Broward* 403,778 3,716 5,727 9,443 23.4Florida 4,067,877 55,320 75,313 130,633 32.1California 9,701,862 95,314 N/A 95,314 9.8Louisiana 1,147,651 12,366 N/A 12,366 10.8Massachusetts 1,458,036 35,887 N/A 35,887 24.6Ohio 2,759,112 26,038 16,445 42,483 15.4

*Broward’s numbers are based on State Fiscal Year (July 1 to June 30) while the State numbers are based on Federal Fiscal Year (October 1 to September 30). Note: All counts are duplicated i.e. a child who has been reported, investigated, or victimized more than once will be represented in the data for as many times these conditions occur. The unduplicated count (each victim is counted only once) for Broward was 21.6 for State FY 2005.

Action: None. For Informational Purposes Only. Budget Impact: None.

E:\CSC's Action Items\FY06-07\Sept 2007\Hunger Report September 07.doc

For Council Meeting

September 20, 2007

Service Goal 8.1:

Work with Major Funders to Ensure that the Full Continuum of Physical Health Services are Available and Accessible to Children & Families.

Objective 6:

Provide Coordination for Countywide Initiative to Combat Hunger.

Issue:

Hunger Update

Action: None. For Information Only.

Budget Impact: None. For Information Only.

Background: In 2004, the CSC agreed to provide staff support to the Million Meals Committee (MMC), founded by the CCB in 2001 with the goals of eradicating hunger in our community, increasing hunger awareness through advocacy, sharing information about hunger issues, networking and year round supportive actions. Since that time, staff has helped create and implement public awareness campaigns and year round food drives; advocate for hunger awareness; publicize Florida’s food stamp program; promote summer food service programs for children; work with grass roots agencies to promote federal nutrition programs; identify new funding sources and grant opportunities; and create and maintain strong links between faith and community-based organizations. 1. Pre-positioned Family Packs: Cox Radio Family’s “Hurricane Stock Pile” food collection resulted in the assembly an additional 100 emergency family packs that compliment the 500 currently in stock at designated MMC agencies. Hurricane supplies continue to be collected and that number will no doubt increase. 2. Hunger Concert 2007: Due to unavailability of well known multicultural talent and entertainers in the month of November 2007, the hunger concert has been postponed until 2008. The entertainment committee members will continue to search for available artists that will commit to this project either on a pro bono or low cost agreement during the spring season. Broward County’s Park and Recreation department will also look at available dates which will accommodate the committee’s request for their continuous in-kind support and contribution of Delevoe Park as the venue. 3. Collaboration Efforts: CSC’s Million Meals staff member has been asked to join Florida Impact’s Core Advisory Group to discuss the issue of Federal Food Programs in Broward and other counties. Meetings are to be held in Orlando throughout the year. Palm Beach County’s Community Food Alliance is working closely with the MMC on similar projects and is strongly interested in conducting a combined marketing campaign to increase the numbers of eligible Food Stamp recipients. A couple of meetings have already been held, and both CSC’s MMC Staff member and his counterpart in Palm Beach are actively working together on various issues that are similar in nature in both counties. 4. Food Drives To Date: The South Florida Federal Executive Board, Broward County and Unity Church conducted their annual food drives in July and August 2007. Unity Church Collected 2000, Lbs, Broward County collected 6150 lbs, and the South Florida Federal Agencies collected 8,369 lbs. So far this calendar year, the MMC has collected 1,431,684 Lbs/715,842 Tons of Food. Action: None. For Information Only. Budget Impact: None. For Information Only.

CSC Community Events

10 agencies

9/26 11am - 1pm Hot Topic Luncheon {Arrow Head Country Club} 40Family Network on Disability Regional S. FL Conference9/14

Broward Training Collaborative Meeting 15 agencies1:30pm - 4pm Family Strenghtening Provider Meeting 20 agencies

# of People

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500+Joe DiMaggio Family Resource Fair & Fun Day {Signature Grand}

Time

7:30am - 1pm

8am - 5pm

10am - 2pm

9/11 12pm - 2pm

Date

9/8

Event

YMCA Training 9/7 1:30pm - 4pm Independent Living Provider Meeting

9/29

9/10Sandra Bernard-Bastien

Herm FishbeinCindy Arenberg Seltzer

Herm Fishbein

SpeakerEvan GoldmanHerm FishbeinMelissa Stanley

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