Title
The 2018-2019 University of Florida-City of Gainesville Fellowship Program (B)
This item requests the City Commission receive an update on the successful results and impact of the UF-City Fellowship Program. **STAFF PRESENTATION 15 MINUTES**
Explanation
Strategic Initiatives has continued to lead efforts of designing systems and creating capacity to address and resolve the community’s most pressing challenges as identified in the Strategic Framework. We aim to create new ways of solving lasting problems, linking volunteers to community issues, and embedding local talent throughout city operations.
A vital partner in the development of the city’s Fellowship Program created in mid-2017 was the Bob Graham Center at the University of Florida. Together, we created a model for selecting a team of talent in the areas of Engagement, Digital Services, Research and Prototyping, and Visual Design and utilizing the cohort as a resource across city operations.
The second cohort began in August 2018 and supported the City Manager’s Office, Strategic Initiatives Department, and Clerk of the Commission. Today, we will highlight the successful results and impact of their collaborative work and commend their contributions to the Gainesville community.
Fiscal Note
None
Recommendation
The City Commission receive a presentation.