equal-access-provider-options-for-parents

Reason(s) for non-compliance: • The Lead Agency does not provide grants or contracts for direct services for infants and toddlers, for children in underserved geographic areas, and for children with disabilities, as required by 98.30(b)(1). (Plan Questions 4.1.1c and 4.5.1i). Please note the Lead Agency has an approved waiver for this requirement through August 1, 2026. Overall Target Completion Date: 12/31/2025 Action Step Number Action Step Description Target Completion Date 1 Develop a plan to create contracts for CCDF slots with child care providers. 05/30/2025 2 Update child care management system to implement new provider options. 07/31/2025 3 Execute contracts with select providers to serve children in non-compliance categories 12/31/2025