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Norwalk officials urge continued funding for three family coordinators after foundations decline long-term commitment
Summary
City leaders and Board of Education staff told the BET the three family coordinator positions—piloted with philanthropic grants—served over 1,000 Norwalk households; foundations committed short-term support but are not expected to continue indefinitely, and the BOE seeks local funding to sustain the roles.
Norwalk Public Schools and community-services leaders asked the Board of Estimate and Taxation on March 20 to continue support for three city-based family coordinators who, officials said, helped more than 1,000 Norwalk households over the pilot period.
Superintendent Dr. Estrella and staff described the positions as locally rooted navigators and community resource specialists who connect families with health,…
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