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Wright County public health cleared to apply for Thrive Iowa grant to fund navigators
Summary
The board authorized Wright County public health to apply for a Thrive Iowa resource-navigation grant that would fund a coordinator and two navigators; the county would need to cover upfront costs if the grant is awarded.
Wright County public health was given permission to apply for a Thrive Iowa grant that would fund resource-navigation staff if awarded.
Sandy McGrath, identified in the minutes as the county public health administrator, explained the grant would fund a coordinator and two navigators, that public health would retain 15% for administrative costs, and that an award would begin July 1 and require upfront costs that the county would need to cover until monthly reimbursement is available.
The board approved a motion allowing McGrath to apply for the grant. The minutes record the motion carried; the transcription indicates "Motion carries with Bosch and Loose voting May" (as transcribed), which appears to be a transcription artifact. The board’s approval authorizes application only; any financial commitment would require subsequent board approval if the grant is awarded.
Quote: "With this grant, it requires hiring a coordinator and two navigators," Sandy McGrath said.
Next steps: McGrath may submit the application; if the grant is awarded, staff will return to the board for financial approval and to address staffing and budget implications.
