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Agmt PR00006097 with American Indian OIC, Inc. to develop sweat lodges at the Adult Corrections Facility (ACF), 05/01/24-12/31/24, NTE $30,000
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, that Agreement PR00006097 with American Indian OIC, Inc. to provide the development, construction and facilitation of sweat lodge ceremonies at the Adult Corrections Facility during the period of May 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024, in the amount not to exceed $30,000, be approved; that the Chair of the Board be authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the County; and the Controller be authorized to disburse funds as directed.
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Background:
Sweat lodges serve as spiritual, cultural, and practical purposes for Indigenous peoples, as a special place that engenders introspection and communion with the Earth, as well as a renewal of social and cultural bonds. Under this agreement, American Indian OIC will construct sweat lodges at the ACF and facilitate ceremonies which will be used to give thanks, heal, seek wisdom, and to purify the mind, body, and soul. During 2023 and year-to-date 2024, American Indians comprised approximately 10 percent of the overall average ACF population. Indigenous ACF residents will be able to utilize this spiritual space to enhance their rehabilitation and connect to American Indian culture to strengthen outcomes.
This contract provides funds for the development, building and facilitation of the sweat lodge for the first year. Additional funds will be needed for future lodge maintenance and ceremony facilitation.
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval