Explanation
Background:
The Department of Neighborhoods and the Department of Public Service work collaboratively to support community needs.
This ordinance authorizes a non-profit professional service agreement in an amount not to exceed $450,000.00o the Center for Employment Opportunities, Inc. (CEO). This contract will allow the City of Columbus to work with CEO to engage participants in their job training program to provide services including:
• Litter abatement and disposal
• Illegal dumping removal and disposal
• Clearing weeds and brush
• Alley clean-up
CEO is dedicated to providing, immediate, effective and comprehensive employment services to men and women recently released from incarceration. It is a highly structured and tightly supervised program that helps participants regain the skill and confidence needed for a successful transition to stable, productive lives.
The Department of Neighborhoods and the Department of Public Service will work collaboratively to identify areas across Columbus where the CEO work crew will focus. City staff primarily provide these vital services, and this collaborative group enhances responsiveness by addressing urgent cleanup needs in real time, often within hours. Their flexibility allows them to support unique situations without disrupting City operations. This partnership strengthens service delivery, ensuring both planned and immediate needs are met efficiently for the benefit of the community.
Contract Compliance: Center for Employment Opportunities, Inc., CC023706, exp. 8-27-27
Fiscal Impact: The funding of $200,000.00 is available within the Department of Neighborhoods General Fund. The funding of $250,000.00 will be transferred from the General Fund Citywide Account to the Department of Neighborhoods General Fund budget.
Emergency Justification: An emergency designation is essential to resume stalled clean-up ef...
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