Agenda 12-14-21; 6-a - Fiscal Year 2021-22 American Rescue Plan Act Allocations Round 2

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2 for funding in this round based on project eligibility, ability of the project administration to meet required reporting guidelines, and the positive impact on long term recovery in our community. Those projects recommended for funding in this allocation are listed below by department. Project descriptions may be found as an attachment to this item. FY 21-22 Department Program Name Request Round 2 Asset Management Install Point Ionization equipment in new detention center $68,800 Services & Sheriff Economic Development Tourism and Hospitality Recovery $150,000 Emergency Services County First Responder Behavioral Health Program $45,000 Emergency Services Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRS) $124,000 Finance Contract ARPA Coordinator $66,886 Housing Direct EHA Program Expenditures $2,700,000 Housing Housing Helpline Coordinated Entry Specialist $32,202 Housing Landlord Incentive Program $55,000 Information Technologies, Software to administer the Long Time Homeowner $8,905 Tax, & Housing Assistance Program Social Services Food and costs to support distribution and storage $60,000 Social Services Stabilization Program for Former Foster Youth $10,000 Social Services Support for Low Income Families $25,000 Grand Total $3,345,793 ARPA Funding Status Update as of December 14, 2021: • Total Award: $28,839,722 • Total Approved as of June 15, 2021: $8,283,869* • Total Remaining to be Distributed as of June 15, 2021: $20,555,853 • Total FY 2021-22 Round 2 for BOCC Consideration: $3,345,793 • Total Remaining to be Distributed if Round 2 Approved: $17,210,060 *$4,182,392 in previously approved projects were replaced with general fund support after new guidance from the Treasury Department deemed them ineligible or that reporting requirements would cause an undue burden on our local partners. These projects include Outside Agency funding, Visitor's Bureau revenue replacement, Sportsplex revenue replacement, and some Information Technologies projects. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable to this item: • GOAL: ENSURE ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY The creation and preservation of infrastructure, policies, programs and funding necessary for residents to provide shelter, food, clothing and medical care for themselves and their dependents. • GOAL: FOSTER A COMMUNITY CULTURE THAT REJECTS OPPRESSION AND INEQUITY The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race or color; religious or philosophical beliefs; sex, gender or sexual orientation; national origin or ethnic background; age; military service; disability; and familial, residential or economic status.