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Agmt PR00007834 between Hennepin County and NorthPoint Health & Wellness to provide continued Career Pathways to Healthcare for Youth (CPHY), for youth and young adults of color ages 11-24, to high-demand healthcare careers; 01/01/26 - 12/31/26, NTE $100,000
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BE IT RESOLVED, that Agreement PR00007834 between Hennepin County and NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center to provide Career Pathways to Healthcare for Youth (CPHY) programming to youth and young adults of color ages 11-24 during the period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $100,000 be approved, that the Chair of the Board be authorized to sign the Agreement on behalf of the county; and that the Controller be authorized to disburse funds as directed
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Background:
NorthPoint Health & Wellness was awarded a contract (HS00001004) in 2022 through Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health Department to provide career pathway programming and benefits cliff programming (BAR #22-0046). The contract has been extended and amended, with the last amendment changing focus from adult career pathways to youth and young adult career pathways focused on healthcare careers. With the change in program scope, a new contract is required to reflect this change in program iteration.
NorthPoint Health & Wellness’ Career Pathways to Healthcare for Youth (CPHY) is a comprehensive workforce development initiative designed to recruit and introduce youth and young adults of color (ages 11-24) to high demand healthcare careers. CPHY combines career exploration, education, internships, certifications, and wraparound health and human services to equip participants with the skills and support needed to pursue healthcare career opportunities.
Current Request: This request seeks approval of agreement PR00007834 North Point Health & Wellness to provide continued Career Pathways to Healthcare for Youth (CPHY) for youth and young adults of color ages 11-24 to high-demand healthcare careers during the period 01/01/26 - 12/31/26 in an amount not to exceed $100,000
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval