LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: City Council Member Jennifer Brahier
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DISCRETIONARY FUNDING ALLOCATION - CITY COUNCIL MEMBER JENNIFER BRAHIER - DISTRICT 1
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council approve funding of $500 to Animal Allies Florida and $1,000 to Valerie’s House from the City Council Discretionary Funds for District 1.
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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.
Animal Allies Florida was founded in December 2010 to help animals in our community. Their mission is to reduce the number of animals put down every year in the Florida Panhandle as well as educating the public about the importance of spay and neuter. They help rehome animals in need and spay or neuter as many animals as possible. Funding will be used towards their mission.
The mission of Valerie’s House is to help children and families work through the loss of a loved one together and go on to live fulfilling lives. Their vision is that no child will grieve alone. With locations in Fort Myers, Naples, Charlotte County and Pensacola, Valerie’s House is a special place where children connect with one another and learn the tools to heal after they have experienced the death of someone they love. At Valerie’s House, children know others their age, and they learn that loss doesn’t have to limit their dreams. In addition to their dedicated staff, many of their volunteers have lived this journey and are available to help find hope. All of their resources go directly to providing children and their families a safe place to share, grieve and grow. Funding will be used to further their mission.
PRIOR ACTION:
July 21, 2022 - City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-065 establishing the City Council Discretionary Fund Policy
FUNDING:
Budget: $10,700 Current Balance - District 1 Discretionary Funds
Actual: $ 500 Animal Allies Florida
1,000 Valerie’s House
$ 1,500
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
A balance of $10,700 is currently within the District 1 Discretionary Fund Account. Upon approval by City Council, a balance of $9,200 will remain in the District 1 Discretionary Fund Account.
STAFF CONTACT:
Don Kraher, Council Executive
Yvette McLellan, Special Assistant to the Council Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
None
PRESENTATION: No