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2016 USA Football Equipment Grant (NB)
This item requests approval for the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs (PRCA) to accept, if awarded, a grant voucher for $1,000 from the USA Football Equipment Grant program for football equipment.
Explanation
The Department’s Master Plan identified the need to introduce youth to quality athletic programs that incorporate physical activity and life skills, and improve self-esteem. PRCA has a successful youth football program. The cost of equipping the football teams rises annually. The Department does not turn any child away from participating in the program. As a result, the demand for scholarships has increased. This grant voucher, if awarded, will allow the Department to purchase the necessary football equipment for local youth in need.
Fiscal Note
There is no funding match required.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) approve the request to accept a grant voucher, if awarded, from the USA Football Equipment Grant for the use of purchasing equipment for the youth football participants; and 2) authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the grant voucher agreement and other related grant documents, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.