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Grant Application - Department of Military and Veteran Affairs
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INFORMATION CONTACT:
Jason May, Budget & Grants Management, Director, 704-283-3760
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize the County Manager to submit the associated grant application and make necessary assurances and certifications associated with the grant applications as substantially consistent with this agenda item, which includes the authorization to execute documents related to award of the grant and budget funds as appropriate.
PRIOR BOARD ACTIONS:
None.
BACKGROUND:
Session Law 2023-134, Section 33.13(a) directed the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (NCDMVA) to establish a grant program for existing county veterans offices (CVOs) to provide services to veterans. A grant may be awarded up to $20,000.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Union County anticipates requesting $20,000 for public outreach, services to veterans, and technology purchases to assist with serving veterans in Union County.