Description
Title: Authorize negotiation and execution of an amendment to the interlocal agreement with Austin Independent School District d/b/a Austin ISD to administer the Community Development Block Grant Teen Parent Child Care Program, to add one-time funding in the amount of $4,697, for a revised amount not to exceed $348,175 for the 12-month term ending on September 30, 2026, and to add five percent, compounded annually, to each of the remaining two extension options, for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $1,931,866. Funding: $348,175 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Austin Housing D
Summary
The City of Austin is proposing to amend its interlocal agreement with the Austin Independent School District (AISD) to enhance the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Teen Parent Child Care Program. This amendment allocates an additional $4,697, raising the total funding to $348,175 for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The agreement also includes provisions for a five percent annual increase for two extension options, leading to a total possible funding of $1,931,866. The program specifically targets low-income teenage parents attending middle or high school in Austin, aiming to provide essential childcare, parent training, and performance monitoring. This initiative is crucial for supporting vulnerable families and aligns with the city's Consolidated Plan, which identifies