Memorandum
Date: September 10, 2024
To: The Honorable Bruno Sabatier, Chair, Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Jessica Pyska, District 5 Supervisor
E.J. Crandell, District 3 Supervisor
Subject: Presentation and Consideration of a Letter of Support for the Elevate Youth California: Youth Substance Use Disorder Prevention Program - Cohort 6, Standard Track funding opportunity
Executive Summary:
Kno'Qoti Native Wellness, Inc. (KNWI) is preparing to apply for the Elevate Youth California: Youth Substance Use Disorder Prevention Program (Cohort 6) Standard Track funding and would be honored to have your support.
The proposed project focuses on youth civic engagement, culturally responsive mentoring, peer support, harm reduction, and family engagement for communities disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs. These efforts aim to foster healing and positive change within our tribal communities.
A letter of support from your Board would significantly strengthen the application by showcasing our collaboration. KNWI has asked for the letter to be submitted by Friday, September 20, 2024 to be included it in their application.
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Recommended Action: Approve a Letter of Support for the Elevate Youth California: Youth Substance Use Disorder Prevention Program - Cohort 6, Standard Track funding opportunity and authorize the Chair to sign.