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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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council approve funding of $1,000 for the Southern Youth Sports Association 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 Southern Youth Sports Association provides coaching, mentoring and tutoring to inner city and at-risk youth. Their programs have been a huge success on the field and off, helping children stay focused on school, discipline and staying out of trouble. Each year they hold the annual Soul Bowl which brings thousands of local parents, children and community supports together for a fun filled day of football, entertainment and great food. This year will mark the 33rd year of the annual event and will be held on October 14, 2023, at the Pensacola Wahoo’s Stadium. This event allows many disadvantaged youths the opportunity to play football in a professional stadium. Funding will be used to offset costs associated with this event.
PRIOR ACTION:
July 21, 2022 - City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-065 establishing the City Council Discretionary Fund Policy
FUNDING:
Budget: $ 1,143 District 7 Discretionary Funds
Actual: $ 1,000 Southern Youth Sports Association
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
A balance of $1,143 is currently within the District 7 Discretionary Fund Account. Upon approval by City Council, a balance of $143 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