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Commissioner Brown - DHHS (Social Services Division) - To Accept and Appropriate Fourth Quarter Donations for the Domestic Violence Shelter, Adult Services Program, Nutrition Program, and Child Advocacy Center (100% Donations - $65,115)
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STAFF CONTACT
Angela Karchmer - DHHS - Social Services - 704-862-7390
BUDGET IMPACT
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Appropriate Donated Revenues. No additional County Funds.
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BUDGET ORDINANCE IMPACT
Appropriate FY2017 Fourth Quarter donations in the amount of $65,115 into Special Programs accounts for the FY18 budget.
BACKGROUND
Gaston County citizens and organizations often make donations to various programs within the Department of Health and Human Services- Social Services Division. During the Fourth Quarter of FY 2016-2017, donations totaled $65,115. The Shelter of Gaston County received $62,880 in donations to be used for rent deposits, utility deposits, prescribed medications, household items, and other purchases to meet client and Shelter needs. The Adult Services program received $1,190 to be used to enrich various program activities for the elderly. The Nutrition program received $495 to enhance the Meals on Wheels services and the Child Advocacy Center received $550 to provide assistance to children in need. The attached Budget Change Request appropriates the $65,115 into the appropriate project accounts so the funds can be used for the intended purpose. Due to funds being appropriated after yearend, the funds will need to be appropriated from the DSS Fund Balance.
POLICY IMPACT
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ATTACHMENTS
Budget Change Request