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9 <br />Joyce Johnston -Carlson reviewed the update of the 3 -Year Plan for Children's <br />Services which had been prepared by the Needs Assessment Committee. She explained that <br />this would be used as the background material for the Grant Committee when they make <br />their recommendations for funding. <br />Commissioner Ginn expressed her concerns and questions about several points in the <br />update as well as the Plan, and Ms. Johnston -Carlson responded. <br />Commissioner Ginn also reviewed her handouts and pointed out that asset mapping <br />also means finding prevention for the gaps in services. She questioned the term "child asset <br />building', and Commissioner Macht explained that was a method of teaching children how <br />to get through life. <br />Joyce Johnston -Carlson added that adults are also taught to be mentors to the children <br />Other highlights are the costs of after-school childcare for low-income families and <br />transportation to after-school recreation programs. She also noted that there has been a <br />decrease in fighting in schools thanks to better camera monitoring. <br />Commissioner Ginn stated she could not support the motion. <br />Carl Pease, 1436 32' Avenue, candidate for District #3 Board of County <br />Commissioners, complained that handouts were not available in BCC office when he <br />requested them, and Chairman Adams suggested he speak with Executive Aide Kimberly <br />Massung after the meeting. Chairman Adams commented that all agenda materials should <br />be furnished to all candidates for County Commission. <br />APRIL 4, 2000 <br />-125- <br />BOCK <br />