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Shakopee City Council
January 17, 2023
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| | | | | | | | | FROM: | Andrea Harrell, Grants/Special Projects Coordinator | | TO: | Mayor and Council Members |
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| | | | | | | | Subject:
Minnesota Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Age-Friendly Minnesota Grant Application | | |
| | | | | | | | Policy/Action Requested:
Adopt Resolution R2023-006, approving an application to the MN DHS Age-Friendly MN Grant. | | |
| | | | | | | | Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution R2023-006. | | |
| | | | | | | | Discussion:
The MN Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Age-Friendly Minnesota grant is a one-time funding opportunity for projects concentrating on sustaining Minnesota’s aging population in their communities. The amount of funding requestable per project is $1,000 to $99,000, with a statewide total of $2.9 million.
Funding areas include Social Connection & Inclusion, Outdoor Spaces & Buildings, Communications & Access to Technology, Opportunities to Stay Engaged & Financially Secure, and Emergency Preparedness. These funding areas and granting goals are accomplished through approaches such as Advancing Equality, Access, Awareness & Communication, Engagement, Programs & Activities, and Training & Education. | | |
| | | | | | | | Budget Impact:
A 0% match is required.
The Age-Friendly MN grant allows up to $99,000 in funding per project. | | |
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