Community Engagement

Project Name and Expenditure CategoryProject OverviewFunding AmountImportant/Effective DatesPerformance Measures
Community Engagement Mobile Vehicle
6.1 Provision of Government Services
The City procured a vehicle which will allow staff to meet and engage with the community in order to advance City Council’s commitment to reaching those individuals who are traditionally underrepresented and underserved. A temporary van was upfitted in the interim to host various engagement events. $447,396July 1, 20221. Number of events held
2. Participant engagement
Digital Connectors
2.4 Household Assistance: Internet Access Programs
The project will provide upgrades to the Pathways Center, create a budget for Digital Ambassadors, and expand the number of Digital Connectors participants. It will also implement digital literacy and training efforts and increase computer device distribution in underserved communities. $117,320Oct. 4, 20221. Number of participants
2. Number of computers distributed
NLC Basic Needs Initiative
2.18 Housing Support: Other Housing Assistance
Housing Options for Students Today (HOST) collaborated with members of the Raleigh/University Basic Needs Initiative to establish the HOST Home program, form a Student Advisory Council, and create a resource directory. $290,000Nov. 1, 20221. Number of students receiving housing services
2. Number of networking and outreach events
Partnership Raleigh
6.1 Provision of Government Services
3.3 Public Sector Workforce: Other
Three staggered cohorts of interns are hired to work 24 weeks each. The program focuses on hiring recent or upcoming college graduates to work in departments within the City. The purpose is to foster professional development and training, potentially leading to permanent employment $365,000Nov. 1, 20221. Number of interns

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