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Authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to apply for and, if granted, accept a grant in the amount of up to $15,000 from the McNeely Foundation for the purpose of partnering with community organizations to provide the East Side KidVenture out-of-school time program.
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WHEREAS, the Department of Parks and Recreation is requesting permission to apply for $15,000 in grant funds from the McNeely Foundation for the purpose of partnering with community organizations to provide funding for the East Side KidVenture out-of-school time program; and
WHEREAS, the goals for the grant are as follows: Middle school youth will feel excited about learning; middle school youth will develop stronger teamwork, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills; and youth will believe that there are many supportive adults in their neighborhood who care about them; and
WHEREAS, if awarded grant funds, the Department of Parks and Recreation requests permission to accept the funds and process any necessary agreements to provide the services or conduct the work as outlined in the grant;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Saint Paul authorizes the Department of Parks and Recreation to apply for and if awarded, to enter into the necessary agreements to accept and utilize the funds.
Financial Analysis
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