Welcome and introductions. Workgroup updates:  Kindergarten Readiness Workgroup: Transitional Kindergarten begins in October and has approximately 40 children registered.  They continue to operate 3 programs that were funded by this group and the Olson Foundation.   The Early Learning Center at Community Resource Center continues to offer programming that is utilized by families.  Utilization continues to grow.   YMCA (absent) received funding for several projects such as Rea

Key Topics WIC Service Disruptions and Alternatives WIC offices are currently closed, affecting prospective applicants, while current recipients will continue receiving state support. Services are expected not to reopen until mid-October; local clinics may also be closed. The team is checking local system information and discussing potential collaboration for higher value supplies within WIC’s food-only product restrictions. Early Learning Bus (Sno-Isle Library) The early lea

Overview The meeting focused on various definitions and classifications of homelessness, debating distinctions such as unsheltered, sheltered, and unstable housing, along with discussions on coordinated entry systems like HMIS and 2-1-1. A separate discussion addressed the escalating homelessness issue with emphasis on housing navigation, safe parking, emergency shelters, and challenges related to immigration status and legal eligibility. Another meeting examined community se

Overview The meeting focused on recent changes and challenges in senior food service programs, including Meals on Wheels and congregate meals. Attendees discussed funding concerns, logistical issues, and the organization’s role in managing these services while exploring potential collaborations and resource sharing. The meeting also reviewed the current state of meal programs and food insecurity efforts within the community, particularly for seniors and other vulnerable group

Stanwood-Camano Community Coalition Notes from 8-20-25 Disaster Preparedness Workgroup Meeting Welcome & Introductions Attendees: Natalie...

The Community Coalition of Stanwood-Camano has received funding to conduct a comprehensive Disaster Needs Assessment for the...

Welcome and introductions: Lori Morgan-Lutheran Family Services Michelle Ballard-Community Resource Center Rita Joe Case-Housing Catholic...

Summary: The Unhoused Workgroup discussed various initiatives and challenges related to supporting unhoused individuals in the community....

CCSC Steering Committee Meeting Updates Unhoused Workgroup: CRC made a presentation to the workgroup about CRC creating a Resource Hub...

Summary: The unhoused workgroup convened to discuss the progress and future initiatives to address homelessness in the community....

Summary: The Unhoused Workgroup convened to discuss initiatives aimed at supporting families facing housing issues. Community Coalition...

1. Addressing homelessness and providing resources in the Stanwood-Camano area. McKinney-Vento Act: The McKinney-Vento Act is a federal...

Summary: This meeting started with a discussion about the need for volunteer space for the Point in Time Count on January 23. SCAF agreed to host the volunteers, providing space and warm beverages that day. The Food Bank & Community Resource Center reported that they had mutual board support for the concept of the Resource Hub. They will work with each other and the Coalition to move forward with a proposed phased implementation that could allow for minimal improvements to m

Introductions: The introductions fostered a sense of community, with attendees emphasizing the importance of collaboration and resource...

1. Introductions of partners and their current programs 2. Coalition Introduction and presentation Coalition Overview and Initiatives:...

Introductions Play Posse Presentation - Funding for an innovative intergenerational (volunteers from the senior community to help with staffing) preschool on Warm Beach Senior Community property which is maintained by them. Proposal to fund $70,000 for startup costs. The committee agreed to fund the project at $100,000 toward startup costs. Note: funds cannot be used for tuition. The L.A.N.E. - The committee approved $20,000 to be awarded to Arrowhead Foundation for maintena

Introductions Reviewed Financials Project Updates: The L.A.N.E.: Arrowhead Ranch foundation is open daily and averaging 10 people a day...

Meeting Summary: The meeting began with the Coalition proposing a save-the-date for a Faith Community meeting event on January 16, 2025,...

Kindergarten Readiness Workgroup Meeting Notes from 9/26/24 Reviewed Financials: $138,000 left for the year Project updates: Transitional...

The meeting started by discussing the need for a comprehensive needs assessment and whether the organizations present would have the...