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Consider public testimony regarding, and an ordinance re-adopting Standards of Care for the City's Youth Recreation Program in compliance with Human Resources Code, § 42.041(B)(14).
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In accordance with Texas Human Resources Code §42.041(b)(14), municipalities operating youth recreation programs—such as summer camps and afterschool programs—are required to adopt a “Standards of Care” if they wish to be exempt from state child-care licensing requirements. These standards serve as the local equivalent to ensure that the health, safety, and well-being of youth participants are protected while participating in municipally run programs. The Standards of Care include established ratios, qualifications, facility health and safety standards and monitoring and enforcement provisions.
According to state statute this item must be re-adopted on an annual basis. There have been no changes made to the previously adopted "Standards of Care" presented May 2025.
We would recommend the re-adoption of these Standards of Care.