LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: City Council Vice President Casey Jones
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DISCRETIONARY FUNDING ALLOCATION - CITY COUNCIL VICE PRESIDENT CASEY JONES - DISTRICT 3
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council approve funding of $1,000 for the Watson Family Foundation, Inc. from the City Council Discretionary Funds for District 3.
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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 Watson Family Foundation was created in 2016 with the opening of the Watson Firm, PLLC. Attorney Aaron Watson and his wife, Kimberly, were so moved by the community’s support upon opening their law firm that they immediately began looking for meaningful ways to give back. The Watson Firm soon became known for its annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway and its Backpack Giveaway. Guided by generational values, the Watsons believe in continuing their family legacy of faith-based outreach, community service and mentorship. The Watson Family Foundation’s mission is to help bridge the gap that separates deserving families from the support needed to guide them toward leading thriving lives. Funding will be used towards their Second Annual Juneteenth - A Family Reunion for the Culture Festival on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at the Museum Plaza located at 120 Church Street.
PRIOR ACTION:
July 21, 2022 - City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-065 establishing the City Council Discretionary Fund Policy
FUNDING:
Budget: $29,567 Current Balance - District 3 Discretionary Funds
Actual: $ 1,000 The Watson Family Foundation, Inc.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
A balance of $29,567 is currently within the District 3 Discretionary Fund Account. Upon approval by City Council, a balance of $28,567 will remain in the District 3 Discretionary Fund Account.
STAFF CONTACT:
Don Kraher, Council Executive
Yvette McLellan, Special Assistant to the Council Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
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PRESENTATION: No