Explanation
This ordinance authorizes the establishment of a general budget reservation to support expenses associated with Women's History Month. Women's History Month is an opportunity to celebrate and honor the unique historical significance of women over time, especially as it pertains to our community of Columbus. Every year, the Office of Councilmember Lourdes Barroso de Padilla coordinates an event in honor of Women's History Month. This first came out of wanting to highlight the pay equity legislation the Councilmember initially passed but has since evolved to honor the diverse contributions of local women changemakers, inspire others to create change in their own spheres of influence, and educate others on the roles women play in creating meaningful change. This will be in its 4th year and we anticipate about 200 attendees; we've found that the event connects women across industries and generations resulting in mentorship and collaboration for many.
The funds may be used for food and refreshments, venue rental space, marketing/educational materials, and any audio/visual that may be necessary. The use of funds to provide food and beverage to attendees serves a public purpose in that it increases the likelihood that residents will participate in engaging with Council.
Fiscal Impact: Funding is available within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund.
Title
To authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund in support of Women's History Month. ($10,000.00)
Body
WHEREAS, City Council prioritizes celebrating and honoring women's history; and
WHEREAS, pay equity is one example of the ways in which women's history informs the need for a greater understanding of the unique challenges women have faced throughout history, including in central Ohio; and
WHEREAS, City Council will host a women's history event during the month of March, which is nationally known as Women's History Month; and
WHEREAS, it has become necessary in the usual daily operation of City Council to ensure that City Council is able to adequately celebrate and honor Women's History Month in the month of March; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
SECTION 1. That the City auditor is hereby authorized and directed to appropriate $10,000.00 in the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund, fund 1000, subfund 100018, per the accounting codes in the attachment to this ordinance.
SECTION 2. That the expenditure of $10,000.00 or so much thereof as may be needed pursuant to the action authorized in SECTION 1 of this ordinance, is hereby authorized in the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund, fund 1000, subfund 100018, per the accounting codes attached to this ordinance.
SECTION 3. That the funds necessary to carry out the purpose of this ordinance are hereby deemed appropriated, and that the City Auditor shall establish such accounting codes as necessary.
SECTION 4. That the distribution of food and beverages associated with the execution of this grant agreement are deemed to be for a public purpose. Food and beverage costs are authorized in an amount not to exceed the per-person, per-meal costs under the applicable per diem by meal established by location as set by the Federal General Services Administration.
SECTION 5. That this ordinance shall take effect at the earliest date allowable by law.