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 to the Wingman Foundation 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 Wingman Foundation is an all-volunteer supported non-profit organization that provides support to Gold Star families, injured aircrew and their families, and squadrons following Naval and Marine Corps aviation mishaps. They make funds available in the days immediately following a mishap to help with family expenses such as funeral, travel and lodging costs. In addition to providing immediate support, they are also proud to ensure that fallen heroes are never forgotten and the loved ones they leave behind are always supported. The Wingman Foundation will host its second annual Pensacola Memorial 5K and Kids 1 Mile Fund Run on September 30, 2023 and the discretionary funds will be used to offset the costs of security for this event.
PRIOR ACTION:
July 21, 2022 - City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-065 establishing the City Council Discretionary Fund Policy
FUNDING:
Budget: $ 9,567 Current Balance - District 3 Discretionary Funds
Actual: $ 1,000 The Wingman Foundation
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
A balance of $9,567 is currently within the District 3 Discretionary Fund Account. Upon approval by City Council, a balance of $8,567 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