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6 Chair Dorosin said some of the rehab funds have restrictions, and he asked if there is any pot of funding that is flexible in its use. Annette Moore said the County funds are flexible. Commissioner Price said she would like a report half way through the pilot program, and to let the Board know if more funding is needed. Travis Myren resumed the PowerPoint presentation: ■ Human Rights and Relations Division — No significant budget changes Library Services, Pg. 392 • Total expenditure budget - $2,243,717 • No significant budget changes Lucinda Munger showed them a version of the "Wi- Fi- to -go" product that they use in their rental program. She thanked the Board for its support of this program. Commissioner McKee asked if demand for this product is greater than the availability. Lucinda Munger said yes, which is an ongoing problem. Commissioner McKee asked if Lucinda Munger knows how many units would be needed in order to modify the waiting list. Lucinda Munger said she could talk to Jim Northup and report back to the Board in the fall. Commissioner Rich said she spent time with Google last week, who is aware of and supportive of this program. Lucinda Munger said the demand can probably never be met. She said it is not the cost of the product, but rather the subscription service that is the on -going expense. She said there are grant funds available for the units, but not for the subscription service. Commissioner Jacobs supported Commissioner McKee's comments, and said he would like to have an idea of what the County could fund to try and meet more of the demand. Commissioner Price asked if an update could be provided on the Southern Branch Library. Bonnie Hammersley said this will be provided during the capital review. Travis Myren resumed the PowerPoint presentation: • Social Services, Pg. 465 • Total expenditure budget - $18,762,040 • Administration Division • No significant budget changes Child and Family Services • Second Family Program Expansion to mentor and transport youth to employment and fitness activities — ($112,538) o Add three (3) 0.5 FTE staff o All costs are reimbursed by the Foundation • Two time limited Child Welfare Social Workers (six months) to assist with transitioning Child Welfare programs to NC FAST system - $33,000 net cost • Living wage increase for In -Home Aide contracts - $40,425 Commissioner Price asked if there are services available for foster children who are aging out of the system at age 18.