Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into a grant agreement with the Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation (CRPF), for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 in the amount of $130,000.00. This grant shall be paid in advance. This support is in accordance with the relevant provision of City Code Section 111.14 that relates to grant awards.
The Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation is a private, not-for-profit organization that exists to further the mission of the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department (CRPD): to connect the people of our community through the power of nature, wellness, and creativity. The organization’s purpose is to support the philanthropic initiatives of CRPD. The CRPF works together with the department, community stakeholders, and the City of Columbus to ensure all residents have access to recreational programs, facilities, places, and spaces that make their lives and communities great.
Principal Parties:
Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation
PO Box 156
Columbus, Ohio 43216
Keiana Mitchell - 614-219-9080
Contract Compliance Number: 039930
Contract Compliance Expiration: 6/20/2025
Fiscal Impact: $130,000.00 is budgeted and available from within the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund 2285 to meet the financial obligations of this agreement.
Title
To authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into an advanced pay grant agreement with the Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation; and to authorize the expenditure of $130,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund. ($130,000.00)
Body
WHEREAS, it is necessary to authorize and direct the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into an advance pay grant agreement with the Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to authorize the expenditure of $130,000.00 from the Recreation and Parks Operating Fund 2285...
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