Item 57

Authorize to accept and expend Planning and Demonstration Grant for Testing Experience and Functional Tools in Community-Based Long Term Services and Supports federal funds from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, in the amount of $68,732. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2015, and further authorize the allocation of these funds. Of the grant funds awarded, $36,941 will be utilized to fund a portion of a current employee’s salary and benefits which is currently appropriated. Grant funds will collect through cost allocation for this purpose. The balance of the grant, $31,791, will be expended as detailed in letter dated May 9, 2014. 100% Federal Funds.