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Discussion regarding a revision of Video Gaming Revenue (VGR) Policy to dedicate funding to United Way for the operation of 211.
Staff Summary
• On August 13, 2013, the Lake County Board adopted the Lake County Video Gaming Ordinance, thereby permitting lawful video gaming within unincorporated areas of Lake County.
• On September 13, 2016, the Lake County Board approved the Video Gaming Revenue (VGR) Policy which established a framework for:
o capturing video gaming administrative, legal, and enforcement costs; and
o evaluating and possibly funding social programs, projects (excluding capital improvements), and/or services that benefit Lake County residents.
• With funding from VGR, United Way established 211, a phone number and text service to connect residents to human services information and referrals.
• In order to provide for ongoing, dedicated funding support for this critical infrastructure for the human services system, feedback is sought from the committee on amendment of the VGR policy
• Following committee feedback, an appropriate action item would be prepared for a later date.