Subject
Subject:
Title/Subject:
Agreement between the Florida Department of Health and the County for Pinellas County Extension for a one-year grant to encourage healthy choices in physical activity and nutrition locally.
Recommended Action
Recommended Action:
Approval and execution of the Agreement with the Florida Department of Health for Pinellas County Extension for a one-year grant to encourage healthy choices in physical activity and nutrition locally.
Body
Strategic Plan:
Ensure public health, safety and welfare
2.1 Provide planning, coordination, prevention and protective services to ensure a safe and secure community.
Summary:
This agreement will provide education and resources to help child care professional create healthy environments for children in their care. It will improve the health of the community and reduce childhood obesity through healthy food and beverage access and improved access to physical activity.
Background/Explanation:
Pinellas County Extension began work with the Department of Health in 2011 through the Communities Putting Prevention to Work. This grant will continue these efforts.
Fiscal Impact:
$26,490.00 grant revenue, no matching County funds
Delegated Authority:
Authority for the County Administrator to sign this Agreement is granted under Code Section 2-62 (a)(1).
Staff Member Responsible:
Paul Cozzie, Director, Parks and Conservation Resources
Mary Campbell, Director, Pinellas County Extension
Partners:
Early Learning Coalition, Pinellas County Childcare Licensing Board