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Casa Mariposa reports 63 children in summer program; organizers flag internet and staffing issues
Summary
Casa Mariposa staff said the program is in its second month with 63 children enrolled for summer programming and noted building issues such as poor internet connectivity and staff turnover; organizers also shared notice of a farmworker "know your rights" program and an OHSU collaboration on grant writing.
Casa Mariposa, a local provider, reported it is in its second month of operations and running a summer program serving 63 children, staff said.
"We are good. You know, we now and our second month in Casa Mariposa... And our summer program's going. We have 63 kids. Yes," said Speaker 7, Casa Mariposa staff.
Staff described operational challenges including poor internet connectivity within the building and some staff turnover. Speaker 7 said the organization is continuing to recruit and stabilize operations while noting progress in program delivery.
Meeting participants also shared other community opportunities: a two-day "know your rights" program for farm workers and small farm owners being organized by the county's small farms and master gardener programs; an organizer said the training would be applicable across Oregon though legal rules vary by state. A participant also said they will collaborate with Paul Lindbergh on local grant-writing efforts in a limited role alongside their OHSU position.
What was not decided: no funding amounts, formal county contracts, or other binding commitments were announced during the meeting.
Ending: staff urged attendees to share program flyers and contact organizers for further details; meeting materials and a newsletter link will be used to distribute registration information and flyers.
