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Board reinstates Children's Center lease to support Head Start match
Summary
The Board approved an amended lease reinstating the Children’s Center tenancy (effective July 1, 2023) through June 30, 2026; the arrangement offsets part of the local Head Start match and does not require rent.
The board approved an amendment to reinstate the lease for the Children’s Center building at James and Washington streets, a county‑owned building adjacent to park facilities. The lease was made effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026, with an option to extend for five additional one‑year terms.
Why it matters: The county uses the in‑kind lease to offset a 20% portion of the local match for the Head Start program; in this arrangement no rent is charged. Board approval formalizes the lease following a lapse during processing.
Details and discussion
County staff and the superintendent of the Children’s Center clarified the lease had lapsed while staff prepared materials for the board. Town and county staff addressed minor ownership clarifications about an adjacent town‑owned building; the county confirmed responsibilities and recommended authorizing the county administrator to execute the lease.
Outcome
The board voted to approve the lease amendment and direct the county administrator to sign the document. Members noted the Head Start program’s value and the convenience of a local facility for families.
Ending
Staff will execute the lease and continue to coordinate with the town and the Children’s Center regarding facility use and any program requirements.
