Item:
Title
Resolution to Protect FNS from Impact of Federal Government Shutdowns
Body
Date of BOCC Meeting: February 11, 2019
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested approve a resolution regarding the impact of the recent 35-day Federal Government Shutdown on Durham County FNS program recipients. Social Services Director Ben Rose provided the Board with an update on the impact of the previous shutdown and discussed strategies being developed should a future shutdown occur.
Following a series of conversations and further analysis, the Board directed staff to communicate with our Federal Lawmakers to make sure they understand the true impact of a shutdown to vulnerable citizens who receive food assistance. A resolution has been developed for Commissioner approval to be sent to lawmakers in Washington. Copies will be sent to Durham Legislative Delegation members and to Boards of Commissioners of the other 99 counties suggesting that they create similar resolutions with their local impacts and forward to their representatives as well.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Goal 1 and Goal 2: Community and Family Prosperity; Health and Well-Being for All.
Resource Persons: Ben Rose, Durham County Social Services Director.
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board approve the resolution and forward to Federal Lawmaker and provide copies to members of the Durham Legislative Delegation and finally send to Boards of Commissioners of the other 99 counties urging them to take similar action.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________