Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Office of Violence Prevention to enter into a contract with Opal C’s Catering for food and beverage items (non-alcoholic), and catering services in support of community outreach and engagement activities. The Office of Violence Prevention - Columbus Violence Reduction program hosts Group Violence Intervention events multiple times throughout the year. These events connect justice involved individuals with City of Columbus representatives for the purpose of educating and supporting in order to prevent future violence.
These Group Violence Intervention events involve participation by the Mayor, Chief of Police, CPD Gang Unit Leadership, County Prosecutor, US Attorney, Coroner, CVR Intervention Manager, Voice of Redemption, Voice of Pain, and a Voice or Aspiration. Additionally, the Columbus Violence Reduction program (CVR) provides additional support and assists participants in making necessary changes so that they may be safe, alive, and out-of-prison. Each session includes 10-25 participants and CVR also invites community members as a show of support from the community. This includes Support & Outreach and Community Moral Voice. At the conclusion of the event, participants share a meal together to promote fellowship, answer questions, and build relationships.
This contract(s) will include program expenses beginning November 1, 2024.
Opal C’s Catering; Tax ID 871620691; Vendor Account # 044676, CC-044676
EMERGENCY DESIGNATION: The Office of Violence Prevention respectfully requests this legislation be considered an emergency in order for Opal C’s Catering to be reimbursed quickly for goods and services rendered.
Fiscal Impact: This ordinance authorizes an expenditure of $3,880.00 from the General Fund with Opal C’s Catering for food and beverage items (non-alcoholic), and catering services in support of community outreach and engagement activities.
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