Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a grant application in the amount estimated at $20,000.00 as prepared, written, and submitted by the CAA grant writer in collaboration with CAA management and submitted to the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation for diapers for the diaper resource center and items for a proposed food pantry; and designating the Webb County Judge as the

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Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a grant application in the amount estimated at $20,000.00 as prepared, written, and submitted by the CAA grant writer in collaboration with CAA management and submitted to the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation for diapers for the diaper resource center and items for a proposed food pantry; and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant requires no cash match; and, thus will have no impact to the general fund.  All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Guillermo Walls, CAA Director] Issue: Webb County CAA seeks to be proactive in assisting local families who require additional temporary assistance during increasingly difficult financial times. Solution: Proposed grant application will allow expanded capacity for the Webb County Community Action Agency. Result: Community Action Agency (CAA) will be able to provide diaper resources and food pantry assistance to local community members.

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