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MINUTES <br />ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES <br />January 16, 2024 <br />3 <br /> <br />presents it to the BOCC. Director Coston explained the DSS budget is complex and we have many <br />revenue sources with over 50% of our budget having federal funds. Ms. Coston stated the State <br />provides counties budget estimates on or around 2/15/24; the budget is due to the County on 2/23. <br />Due to this short turnaround, we load projected numbers and provide a final recommendation in <br />March. After the recommendation, the County Manager and her team meets with the Director. On <br />5/7/24, the County Manager presents the overall budget to the BOCC. On 5/23/24 Human Services <br />department (which includes DSS) budgets are presented to the BOCC. Ms. Coston stated DSS has <br />a large budget and it is important we get it right. <br /> <br />Director Coston explained the DSS Board plays a role in the Outside Agency funding process for <br />the County. Ultimately, the County Manager gives the BOCC funding recommendations. The DSS <br />Board reviews about 15 outside agency applications. The County Manager meets with each non- <br />profit. She includes a DSS board member in this process. The applications were due on 1/12/24. <br />Ms. Coston explained once we receive the applications, we will provide copies to participating <br />Board members. Ms. Coston stated OCIM, IFC, Senior Care, and Diaper Bank are now included in <br />our regular budget process. Additionally, In Home and Legal Services bids need to go out this year. <br />Ms. Coston pointed out she may be projecting in regards to the rate for these contracts in the <br />budget. <br /> <br />6. Director’s Report <br /> <br />Nancy Coston shared there will be a staff meeting/luncheon on 1/26/24 at 11am. Ann Wilkerson <br />shared Board members usually give giftcards to staff and Friends of DSS donates gifts. A drawing <br />is held for staff to win door prizes. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />VII. Announcements <br /> <br />Chris Barnes moved to adjourn the meeting at 5:12 pm. Ann Wilkerson seconded the motion. The motion was <br />carried without dissent. <br /> <br />Submitted by: <br /> <br /> Nancy Coston, DSS Director <br /> <br /> Jane Garrett, Chair