Explanation
This ordinance transfers and appropriates $29,000 from the existing Hotel/Motel tax appropriation (Ordinance Number 1957-2007) to the Recreation and Parks Department for the support of Partnership through Sponsorship program. In addition, this Ordinance will authorize the expenditure of $29,000.00 to award grants for the Partnership through Sponsorship Program (PTS). The PTS program was initiated 1995 to provide funding assistance to non-profit 501C3 community organizations that host community events. The program is a competitive sponsorship program where community organizations must submit formal proposals with emphasis on creative entertainment and program activities for its participants. The program criteria requires events to celebrate cultural, ethnic and artistic diversity; provide entertainment and enjoyment for the greater Columbus community; the event must occur within a Columbus park, playground, park facility, street or public space; promote citizen participation in meaningful leisure opportunities through the collaborative efforts of individuals, neighborhoods or organizations; must be implemented successfully within a defined time frame and budget; is equally accessible to all Columbus residents and visitors and is alcohol free; must comply with all policies set forth by the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department and verify the event's past history and performance.
Fiscal Impact: That the City Auditor be directed to transfer $29,000.00 from fund; 231, Division; 22-01, OCA Code; 012484, Object Level 3; 5501 to Fund; 285, Division; 51-01; OCA Code; 516567, Object Level 3; 3337 and the appropriation of funds.
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To authorize the transfer of $29,000.00 from the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund and appropriation of the funds to the Recreation and Parks operating fund, and to authorize and direct the Director of Recreation and Parks to award grants for the Partnership through Sponsorship Program (PTS), to authorize the expenditure of ...
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