REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: SUMEET MALHI, Director
Personnel Services Department
BY: SUSAN CHUDY, Program Administrator
Personnel Services Department
SUBJECT
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Actions pertaining to the 2023-2024 #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program.
1. ***RESOLUTION – Authorizing the Acceptance of Grant Funding from #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program Grant in the Amount of $750,000 for the One Fresno Youth Job Corps Program . (Subject to Mayor’s veto)
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Grant Acceptance Agreement and related documents on behalf of the City, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council accept the 2023 -2024 #CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps AB 540, also known as the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption, Pilot Program Grant for the OneFresno Youth Jobs Corps Program (Program ) and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all related documents to the administration, modification, monitoring and closeout of the agreement, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Grant Agreement and sign all related documents on behalf of the City.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Fresno seeks to enhance community engagement and provide meaningful opportunities for AB 540 , also known as the C alifornia Nonresident Tuition Exemption, eligible college students through the Californians for All Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program. This initiative aims to empower AB 540 eligible college youth to participate actively in civic service, gaining valuable skills and experiences that will contribute to their personal growth, education goals, and future prospects.
Leveraging our prior success with Youth Jobs Service Corps initiatives, which have engaged young individuals in service -oriented activities across sectors such as community outreach, community beautification, environmental stewardship, and educational outr each, Fresno aims to integrate AB 540 college students into these programs. Our primary goal is to foster inclusive civic engagement and support career development for these students.
BACKGROUND
The City of Fresno aims to benefit from the placement of AB 540 eligible college students by fostering inclusive community engagement and providing meaningful opportunities for this deserving population. Through this program, Fresno seeks to empower AB 540 youth to actively participate in civic service and gain valuable skills and expe riences that enhance their personal growth and future prospects.
Fresno has prior experience working with similar populations through its Youth Jobs Service Corps initiatives, which have successfully engaged young individuals in service - oriented activities across various sectors, including community outreach, community beautification, environmental stewardship, and educational outreach.
The City of Fresno aims to leverage the Californians for All Youth Service Corps AB 540 Pilot Program to promote inclusive civic engagement and support career development for AB 540 eligible college students. Our primary goal is to recruit AB 540 students, providing them with valuable skills, experiences, and pathways to future opportunities.
Strategic objectives to meet this goal include:
• Develop targeted outreach campaigns in partnership with local colleges or universities to reach and engage AB 540 students.
• Provide diverse service opportunities, including community outreach and educational support, coupled with wrap around services like legal aid workshops, mental health support, and academic advising.
• Implement a program that offers practical learning experience, mentoring, and networking opportunities to help students develop their professional skills.
ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS
By the definition provided in the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378 this item does not qualify as a “project” as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act.
LOCAL PREFERENCE
Local preference was not considered based upon conditions of state funding.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no impact to the General Fund. The program will be funded solely by the Grant, with funding distributed on a reimbursement basis.
Attachment: Resolution