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RE: APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN-
IT'S MY VERY OWN, INC.
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
WHEREAS,the Board has been presented with a Memorandum of Understanding between
the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of
Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Social Services, and It's My Very Own, Inc.,
commencing December 1, 2007, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said
memorandum, and
WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said memorandum, a
copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County, Colorado, ex-officio Board of Social Services, that the Memorandum of Understanding
between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County
Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Social Services, and It's My Very
Own, Inc., be, and hereby is, approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized to
sign said memorandum.
The above and foregoing Resolution was,on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by
the following vote on the 27th day of February, A.D., 2008, nunc pro tunc December 1, 2007.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
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DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
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Website:www.co.weld.co.us
Administration and Public Assistance(970)352-1551
Fax Number(970)353-5215
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MEMORANDUM
TO: William H. Jerke, Chair Date: February 25, 2008
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RE: Memorandum of Understanding Between the Weld County
Department of Social Services and It's My Very Own, Inc.
Enclosed for Board approval is a Memorandum of Understanding between the Weld County
Department of Social Services (Department)and It's My Very Own, Inc. This Memorandum of
Understanding was reviewed at the Board's Work Session of February 25, 2008.
The Memorandum of Understanding is a non-financial.
It's My Very Own, Inc., will provide age appropriate toy(s), personal care items, and a handmade
blanket for child(ren)who have been removed from their home and placed into the Department's
custody by law enforcement and/or the Courts. The Department's responsibility under the
Memorandum of Understanding would be to identify the level of need to representatives of It's
My Very Own, Inc.
The term of the Memorandum of Understanding is December 1, 2007, and shall be automatically
extended unless terminated by either party on January 1, 2009.
If you have any questions, please telephone me at extension 6510.
2008-0672
Child Welfare/MOU-2007
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE WELD CisiaVJ1.
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVCIES AND IT'S MY VERY OWN, INt:'I /y'
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THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTAING is entered into this q day of NCnt;C: .j 2
2008,by and between the County of Weld,a political subdivision of the State of Colorado,by and through
the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Weld,on behalf of the Weld County Department of
Social Services, hereinafter referred to as"Social Services"; and It's My Very Own, Inc., a public non-
profit entity, hereinafter referred to as"Its My Very Own".
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS,the It's My Very Own has developed a new project, entitled,"Bags of Love"; and
WHEREAS,the purpose of"Bags of Love"was inspired by a growing need of the children of
Weld County communities who are displaced due to the poor choices of their parents or guardians;and
WHEREAS,these children are innocent victims who are in need; and
WHEREAS, It's My Very Own provides"Bags of Love"to children with the immediate needs
and through donated items through the generosity of It's My Very Own and other church members of Ft.
Lupton,Dacono,Frederick and Firestone; and
WHEREAS, Social Services has children who have been placed into their custody by law
enforcement and the courts because of safety and protection needs due; and
WHEREAS, Social Services, on behalf of the children in their custody,appreciates the care and
generosity bestowed by the It's My Very Own.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual promises and covenants herein
contained,the Parties agree as follows:
Term of this Memorandum of Understanding. This Memorandum of Understanding("MOU"or
"Agreement")shall be effective beginning December 1,2007, and shall be automatically extended unless
terminated by either party on January 1,2009. If any Party intends not to renew the MOU, it should give
notice of such intent at least thirty(30)days prior to expiration of the Agreement.
Responsibilities of It's My Very Own
1. Furnish Social Services with one"Bags of Love",at no cost, for each child who has been
removed from their home by law enforcement or by the Courts and in the custody of Social
Services. Each one of"Bags of Love"will be filled with age appropriate toy(s), personal care
items,and a handmade blanket.
2. Discuss with Social Services if there is a need for assistance in transporting the"Bags of Love"to
the Social Services office location or if the"Bags of Love" will be picked-up by Social Services
at the It's My Very Own office(s).
3. Maintain an available stock of"Bags of Love" inventory based on Social Services' projected
needs.
4. Meet with Social Services staff periodically to assess and/or discuss additional needs or problems
that may arise regarding the needs of children.
5. Ensure the quality and contents of each"Bags of Love",which are consistent with the safety and
protective needs of children and as approved by Social Services.
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1. Provide inventory space for up to eight"Bags of Love", at the Social Services location(s). 5: fit //:
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2. Disburse each"Bags of Love"to children who are in foster care and ensure that only one"Bags
of Love" is provided to each child.
3. Provide It's My Very Own with an annual estimate of inventory needs of"Bags of Love".
4. Provide a quarterly report of inventory to It's My Very Own to detail stock located at Social
Services with the specifically identifying the types of"Bags of Love"by age and gender.
5. Meet with It's My Very Own to discuss needs, problems and other suggestions that may
positively affect the"Bags of Love" program.
Modifications. This Agreement may be modified in whole or in part upon approval of the signers.
Termination. This Agreement may be terminated by any of the signers upon thirty(30)days written
notice.
Entire Agreement/No Third Party Beneficiary. This Memorandum of Understanding contains the
entire agreement and understanding between the parties to this Memorandum of Understanding and
supersedes any other agreements concerning the subject matter of this transaction,whether oral or written.
It is the express intention of the parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services
or benefits under this Memorandum of Understating shall be deemed an incidental beneficiary only.
No Waiver of Immunity. No portion of this Memorandum of Understanding shall be deemed to
constitute a waiver of any immunities the parties or their officers or employees may posses,nor shall any
portion of this Memorandum of Understanding be deemed to have created a duty of care that did not
previously exist with respect to any person not a party to this Memorandum of Understanding.
Severability. If any provision of this Memorandum of Understanding should be held to be invalid, illegal,
or unenforceable for any reason, the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall
not in any way be effected or impaired the
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Deputy C k to the Board l'.% `'�Willitm H. Jerke, Chair
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Weld County,Colorado FEB 2 7 2008
WELD COUNTY DEPAR MENT OF IT'S MY VERY OWN
SOCI L SERVIC S
By: By: .6,1/41-L
J d A. Grie o, Director Ruth Akins, Executive Director
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