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Clerk of the Board, on behalf of the El Dorado County Early Care and Education Planning Council, recommending the Board receive and file an annual presentation.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
Local decision-making for childcare and development programs began in 1991 with the passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 2141 and the inception of the Federal Child Care and Development Block Grant. The original intent of local childcare planning councils had been to improve childcare and delivery by encouraging local government involvement for joint planning and coordination among state and federal agencies. In 1997, AB 1542 mandated planning councils in each county, requiring the involvement of both the Board of Supervisors and the County Office of Education. Councils were given more responsibilities and mandates as part of the legislation creating California’s response to federal welfare reform. Since then, the El Dorado County Early Care and Education Planning Council has become an important part of the local infrastructure, developing comprehensive, community-based strategies to serve children and families. This year, the council brings forward the Childcare Community Needs Assessment, including input from over 400 El Dorado County Families.
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PRIOR BOARD ACTION
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OTHER DEPARTMENT / AGENCY INVOLVEMENT
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CAO RECOMMENDATION / COMMENTS
Receive and file presentation.
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CLERK OF THE BOARD FOLLOW UP ACTIONS
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CONTACT
Kim Dawson, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors