SUBJECT
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for the Supporting Vaccine Confidence Grant, in the estimated amount of $250,000.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from September 30, 2024 through September 29, 2025, with up to two one-year renewals through September 29, 2027 for a total grant award of up to $750,000.00, and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this application will be appropriated in the Laredo Public Health Fund - Supporting Vaccine Confidence Grant.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Department wishes to apply for the funding opportunity by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to be considered for funding through the Supporting Vaccine Confidence Grant. Through this award, Laredo Public Health will be able to expand, implement, and evaluate promising practices and develop novel approaches to increase vaccine confidence in local communities to equitably address vaccine-preventable diseases and conditions. The cultivation of confidence in vaccines can lead to broader vaccine uptake by addressing concerns and empowering individuals with information.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that Council approves the Resolution.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2024
Budgeted Y/N?: N
Source of Funds: Department of Health and Human Services
Account #: N/A
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Grant will be appropriated once awarded.