Explanation
Background: This ordinance is in conjunction with the private, not-for-profit entity, Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation (CRP Foundation), in partnership with Columbus Recreation and Parks Department (CRPD), to hire a consulting manager for the Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation. The contract amount is $100,000.00, for the initial nine month period and year one of a three year agreement which will commence on June 1, 2023 and end on February 28, 2026.
The consulting manager’s primary objective is to set the strategic direction of the CRP Foundation and implement a plan that will take the CRP Foundation’s work to the next level. The consulting manager will lead the overall operations of the CRP Foundation, including strategic planning, budget management, fundraising, outreach, reporting, ensuring legal compliance, staff management, and reporting.
In addition, the consulting manager will be responsible for collaborating with companies or individuals operating in foundation relations, nonprofit management, fundraising, financial management, organizational development, and board advisory and governance.
Vendor Bid/Proposal Submissions: Proposals were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Chapter 329, on March 14, 2023, and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on April 14, 2023. Proposals were received from the following individual & companies:
1. Lisa Daris
2. Stefanie Steward Young & Associates
3. The Hodge Group
According to City Code, a selection team evaluated the proposals and recommended that Stefanie Steward Young & Associates be selected to perform the work. The firm was chosen based on their referenced projects, experience, qualifications, availability, timeline, and project approach.
Principal Parties:
Stefanie Steward-Young & Associates
2870 Creekwood Estates Dr.
Blacklick, OH 43004
Phone: 614.778.3035
Email: stefaniestewardyoung5@gmail.com
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