American Rescue Plan Act
Strategic Plan
Better Health Outcomes & Community Testing & Vaccines
Funds will be used to provide resources needed to ensure resident COVID-19 testing and vaccination efforts remain available through the duration of the public health emergency.
This includes education, outreach, and incentives, with a focus in communities of color. Funds could also be used to purchase PPE and other public health related materials for the community as needed. The funds could be used to convert the City’s testing vans to vaccination vans, dependent on clinical partners with access to vaccines
On Sept. 21, 2021, City Council approved a pilot program to provide further encourage vaccinations in underserved communities. The City will purchase 1,000 $100 gift cards and receiving full vaccination with be given a card. If the program has a significant impact on vaccine rates during the pilot, City Council could decide to expand the program.
On February 2, 2022, City Council approved the use of ARPA funding on Combatting COVID Kits to be distributed to the community with a focus on areas of the City with the highest spread of COVID-19.