Order #42 authorizes a public hearing and the submission of a Maine Community Development Block Grant Public Services application to fund a Community Navigator position. The city is actively pursuing external funding to support expanded public service capacity, which may involve outreach, case management, or navigation of social and housing services for residents. If awarded, the grant will create a new programmatic role that may require supporting technology, training, and community engagement tools. Vendors working in human services software, case management systems, outreach platforms, or training services can monitor this grant application and position solutions that help Rockland implement the Community Navigator function efficiently once funding decisions are made.

The grant targets a specific staff role (Community Navigator), suggesting an emphasis on service coo...