CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM
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Petitioner: |
Jessica Colvin, Chief Financial Officer Jamie Sorenson, Director Clark County Social Services |
Recommendation:
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Ratify an Amendment to the Contract with Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Inc., for CBE No. 606914-23, for Children's Attorneys Project (CAP); and authorize the Chief Financial Officer or her designee to sign the Amendment; or take other action as appropriate. (For possible action)
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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Fund #: |
1010.000 |
Fund Name: |
General Fund |
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Fund Center: |
9990108000 |
Funded PGM/Grant: |
CHILDATTY |
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Amount: |
$750,000 annually |
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Description: |
Children's Attorneys Project (CAP) |
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Additional Comments: |
Amendment No. 1 will increase the contract amount by $750,000 annually, for a new total contract amount of $1,450,000 annually. |
BACKGROUND:
On February 6, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) approved the award of CBE No. 606914-23 for Children's Attorneys Project (CAP) to Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Inc. (NBE) in the amount of $700,000 annually for independent legal representation to abused and neglected children who have been removed from their homes by Child Protective Services.
The following are the pertinent provisions of the Contract:
• The term of the Contract was from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, and included the option to renew for four (4), one-year periods and included a three-month extension. There are two (2) renewal options remaining.
• Included the County’s option to terminate for cause, convenience or default and suspend the Contract with advanced written notice.
Approval of Amendment No. 1 will provide for a change in scope and fees. The attached Amendment No. 1 document details the modifications and costs involved.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Inc. currently holds a Clark County Business License.
Contract Summary:
BCC Agenda Date Agenda Item No. Description Amount (*)
02/06/2024 18 Award $ 700,000 annually
06/02/2026 Pending Amendment No. 1 $ 750,000 annually
New Total Contract Amount $1,450,000 annually
(*) Amounts reported reflect the maximum allowable and are inclusive of annual escalators.