Explanation
BACKGROUND:
The Office of CelebrateOne has been awarded funds from Franklin County Department of Jobs and Family Services to support the implementation of a Health Equity Innovation initiative. This ordinance is necessary to accept and appropriate funds in the amount of $98,223.00 for the period of August 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022.
Since 2014, CelebrateOne has led the development and implementation of strategic community-based initiatives targeting the unacceptably high infant mortality rate in Franklin County. Infant deaths are higher in CelebrateOne priority neighborhoods and are fueled by long standing racial disparities, a lack of education, and limited resources and support.
To help achieve the goal of eradicating infant mortality in Columbus and Franklin County, CelebrateOne has adopted a new strategic plan that calls for deeper investments in racial equity, expanded efforts to address the social determinants of health, and a strong, connected health and social services system.
Franklin County has committed $98,332.00 towards the implementation of innovations in Health Equity to improve health and birth outcomes for mother and baby. Specifically, this funding will support the development of community-based care options that provide: prenatal, postpartum and pediatric care; alternative birthing options; doula, midwife and lactation consultant access; comprehensive dietary support and education; mentoring and counseling services; and connections to community-based resources.
This ordinance is submitted as an emergency so as to allow the financial transaction to be posted in the City's accounting system as soon as possible due to the grant deliverable requirements. Up to date financial posting promotes accurate accounting and financial management.
FISCAL IMPACT: The Health Equity Innovation initiative is funded by the Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services. This effort does not generate any revenue or require a City match...
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