LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: City Council President Delarian Wiggins
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DISCRETIONARY FUNDING ALLOCATION - CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT DELARIAN WIGGINS - DISTRICT 7
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That City Council approve funding of $500 for Westside Garden District Neighborhood Association, $500 for the H.Y.P.E. Annual Turkey Drive, $500 for the U.S. Marine Corps Leage J.R. Spears Detachment #66 and $500 for Knowledge Ministries, Inc. doing business as the Golden Elite Track and Field Club from the City Council Discretionary Funds for District 7.
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
In accordance with the 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 purpose of the Westside Garden District Neighborhood Association is to provide an organized framework to promote, preserve and enhance the quality of life and values in the neighborhood by elevating and marketing the image of the neighborhood, promoting a sense of pride and identity among the residents and creating a unified voice to address issues that impact the neighborhood. The boundaries of the Westside Garden District Neighborhood Association are North “A” Street south to West Garden Street; West Garden Street west to Pace Boulevard; Pace Boulevard North to West Cervantes Street. Funding will be used to offset costs associated with various meetings and activities sponsored by the Neighborhood Association.
H.Y.P.E. is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide comprehensive and innovating programs that will serve the youth to envision and navigate a course for a rewarding future characterized by achievement, independent thought and social responsibility. One of those programs is their Annual Turkey Drive. The Annual Turkey Drive feeds many families that would not be able to afford Thanksgiving meals for their families. It also provides kids the opportunity to help their community and teach them the importance of giving back and community service. Funding will be used towards this turkey drive.
The mission of the Marine Corps League is to join together in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving the traditions and promoting the interests of the United States Marine Corps. This is accomplished by banding together those who are now serving in the United States Marine Corps and those who have been honorably discharged from that service; voluntarily aiding and rendering assistance to all Marines and former Marines and to their widows and orphans, and by perpetuating the history of the United States Marine Corps through fitting acts to observe the anniversaries of historical occasions of particular interest to Marines. October 28, 2023, marks the 39th year for the Semper Fi 5k Charity Run. The origin of the run was as a fundraiser for the children and families of the Marines and Sailors who had perished in the Marine Barracks Beirut, Lebanon terrorist bombing attack on October 23, 1983. Going into the 39th year of the Semper Fi 5K run’s legacy, the event has raised nearly $700,000 for local charities. This year’s recipients are Santa Rosa Kids’ House, Vision of Hope, Be the Miracle, and Veterans in Distress Fund, Gulf Coast Kid’s House and the Ryan Blackwell Foundation. Funds will be used towards this endeavor.
Founded by Army Veteran Michael Etheredge in 2003, the Knowledge Ministries Inc. DBA Golden Elite Track and Field Club is more than just an organization - it’s a community built on faith, fitness and the pursuit of excellence. Their mission is to ignite a passion for physical activity, integrity, and self-respect within our community by utilizing the dynamic platform of track and field. They are dedicated to educating our community about the significance of leading a vibrant, drug-free lifestyle while fostering respect for oneself and others. Through the thrilling world of track and field, they champion the causes of reducing childhood obesity, preventing heart disease and diabetes and advocating for abstinence. Together with W. Demps II Family Foundation, Golden Elite Track and Field Club will host their 2nd Annual Breakfast with Santa on December 16, 2023. Funding will be used towards the purchase of bicycles at certain Title 1 schools using school navigators through the Children’s Home Society.
PRIOR ACTION:
July 21, 2022 - City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-065 establishing the City Council Discretionary Fund Policy
FUNDING:
Budget: $ 143 FY 2023 District 7 Discretionary Funds Balance
10,700 FY 2024 District 7 Discretionary Funds
$ 10,843
Actual: $ 500 Westside Garden District Neighborhood Association
500 H.Y.P.E.
500 U.S. Marine Corps League
500 Golden Elite Track & Field Club
$ 2,000
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
A balance of $143 is currently within the District 7 Discretionary Fund Account for FY 2023 and $10,700 within the District 7 Discretionary Fund Account for FY 2024 for a total balance of $10,843. Upon approval by City Council, a balance of $8,843 will remain in the District 7 Discretionary Fund Account.
STAFF CONTACT:
Don Kraher, Council Executive
Yvette McLellan, Special Assistant to the Council Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
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PRESENTATION: No