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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: JUNE 2, 2020 TITLE APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH CASA DE LA FAMILIA IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $131,040 TO PROVIDE THE SANTA ANA FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER WITH AN OPERATIONS SPECIALIST /s/ Kristine CITY MANAGER CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: ❑ As Recommended ❑ As Amended ❑ Ordinance on 1 s' Reading ❑ Ordinance on 2ntl Reading ❑ Implementing Resolution ❑ Set Public Hearing For_ CONTINUED TO RECOMMENDED ACTION Authorize the City Manager to execute a six-month professional services agreement with Casa De La Familia, with two six-month renewal options, in a total amount not to exceed $131,040, for the period of July 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020, to provide an Operations Specialist to the Santa Ana Family Justice Center, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney. DISCUSSION In 2019, the City Council appropriated funding through the FY 2019-20-budget process to establish the Santa Ana Family Justice Center (SAFJC). The SAFJC is a partnership between the Santa Ana Police Department and 17 social services organizations to provide a "one -stop -shop" where survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, and elder abuse can receive the assistance and support they need. The US Department of Justice has recognized the Family Justice Center as a best practice model. The SAFJC has also joined 90 other Family Justice Centers nationwide in their affiliation with Alliance for HOPE International, to ensure it is following industry -standard best practices. The SAFJC operates under the Criminal Investigations Commander, who also serves as the Director of the center. An Operations Specialist is needed to oversee and facilitate the smooth day-to-day operations of the center. Per the attached professional services agreement with Casa de la Familia, the Operations Specialist will provide the necessary coordination and oversight to ensure the center operates efficiently. The Operations Specialist will ensure the mission and core values of the SAFJC are put into practice in every aspect of the center's operation and will maintain strong relationships with both on -site and off -site community partners, interns, and volunteers, as well as foster a positive working environment. The Operations Specialist will also act as a spokesperson for media requests and collaborate with the National Family Justice Center Alliance on various initiatives. The Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 19-104 was advertised on November 4, 2019, and offers were solicited. A summary of the RFPs and offers received is as follows: 25A-1