LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: City Council Member Teniadé Broughton
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DISCRETIONARY FUNDING ALLOCATION - CITY COUNCIL MEMBER TENIADE BROUGHTON - DISTRICT 5
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council approve funding of $700 to the Veterans Memorial Park Foundation and $300 to the Harmonic Learning Advantage Outreach from the City Council Discretionary Funds for District 5.
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
In accordance with Section 3.28-3.33 of the Policies of the City Council, prior to any distribution of grant or sponsorship funds from the City Council Discretionary Funds, approval by City Council is required.
The Veterans Memorial Park is owned and controlled by the City of Pensacola. The Veterans Memorial Park Foundation of Pensacola, Inc. provides stewardship of the Park. As stewards, they see to the care and maintenance of the park utilizing funding gathered exclusively through grants and donations. The Veterans Memorial Park of Pensacola continues to depend on the donations of those who love, support and revere the memory of those who are honored there. For over thirty years, families, and patriots from all around the country have been visiting the Veterans Memorial Park of Pensacola to pay tribute to the names on The Wall. Often the family and friends of those listed on The Wall wish to take a pencil or charcoal rubbing of their loved one’s name. Such expressions of love and remembrance are part of what makes the Park so important to our community. Because this practice is so important, the Veterans Memorial Park Foundation of Pensacola now provides special paper and assistance to patrons in capturing the names that are difficult to reach. Additionally, they are now offering beautifully framed rubbings for those families and friends. Funding will go towards sponsoring framed rubbings to be provided to families of loved ones represented on The Wall.
During the summer months, students often experience a phenomenon known as "summer learning loss," where they lose valuable academic skills and knowledge gained during the school year. This setback can have long-term implications on their educational development and future success. As concerned citizens, it is our responsibility to provide them with opportunities to bridge this gap and ensure they have a strong foundation for their academic journey.
To address this issue, Harmonic Learning Education and Training offers a FUNdamental Learning academic mini-summer camp in the City of Pensacola. They provide in-person and screen-free academic assistance to students in our community. The camp also provides a structured and engaging learning environment where students can reinforce core concepts, develop critical thinking skills, and explore new areas of knowledge. However, there are many families that wish to enroll their students but cannot afford the financial obligation. Funding will be used towards the mini-summer camp.
PRIOR ACTION:
July 21, 2022 - City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-065 establishing the City Council Discretionary Fund Policy.
FUNDING:
Budget: $ 7,501 Current Balance District 5 Discretionary Funds
Actual: $ 700 Veteran’s Memorial Park Foundation
300 Harmonic Learning Advantage Outreach
$ 1,000
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
A balance of $7,501 is currently within the District 5 Discretionary Fund Account. Upon approval by City Council, a balance of $6,501 will remain in the District 5 Discretionary Fund Account.
STAFF CONTACT:
Don Kraher, Council Executive
Yvette McLellan, Special Assistant to the Council Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
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PRESENTATION: No