DATE:
July 16, 2024
11
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
Title
RECEIVE STATE FUNDING FOR SUPPORT OF THE PILLARS OF THE COMMUNITY GARDEN AND GATHERING SPACE (DISTRICT: ALL)
Body
OVERVIEW
The 2024 Legislative Program was approved and adopted by the Board of Supervisors on December 5, 2023 (13). The 2024 Legislative Program included key legislative initiatives, priorities, and policy guidelines. Included in the Priorities section was language and direction to "actively pursue all available funding to lift up and invest in our communities to ensure the San Diego region receives its fair share."
In response to this direction, the Fiscal Year 2023-24 State Budget included community projects at the request of Senate President pro Tempore Emeritus Toni Atkins that provide a direct benefit to our region. These funds are designed for local municipalities with community-based organizations designated as sub-recipients. One of these grants is for the Pillars of the Community to support their development of a community garden and gathering space located at 6821 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92114.
Today's requested action is to approve receipt of State funds, adopt the related Resolution, establish necessary appropriations, and enter into a grant agreement with the State of California and Pillars of the Community to support the garden and gathering space.
RECOMMENDATION(S)
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
1. Authorize the acceptance of a grant of up to $100,000 in funds from the State of California, Natural Resources Agency, Department of Parks and Recreation Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) for the purpose of providing services in support of the development of the garden and gathering space.
2. Authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, or designee, to execute all required funding documents and agreements with the State of California, including any extensions, amendments, and/or revisions thereto that do not materially impact or alter the services or...
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