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Council narrowly votes to continue funding talks for First Step Shelter, asks staff to return with contract language and funding sources
Summary
After extensive public comment, the council voted 4-3 to advance a councilmember-led proposal for continued county support of First Step Shelter and to direct staff to finalize contract terms and identify funding sources; staff will return with a revised agreement and reporting requirements.
Volusia County Council voted 4-3 to advance a councilmember motion directing county staff to continue working with First Step Shelter to secure ongoing support and to bring back a revised contract and funding plan. The council’s action followed public comment from veterans, clergy, health-care partners and shelter leaders.
What the council requested: Council directed staff to draft contract language and identify internal and federal grant sources that could be used to fund shelter operations. Staff presented options for using existing federal grants (Emergency Solutions Grants…
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