DATE:
October 8, 2024
03
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
Title
RATIFY ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION TO DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES FROM ANONYMOUS DONOR (DISTRICTS: ALL)
Body
OVERVIEW
County of San Diego Administrative Code Article III, Section 66 Acceptance of Gifts and Board of Supervisors Policy A-112, Acceptance and Use of Gifts and Donations, governs the acceptance of gifts and donations by the administrative head of each department in the County, subject to approval by the Board of Supervisors.
The County of San Diego's Department of Animal Services (DAS) received a donation in April 2024 in the amount of $100,000 from an anonymous donor to support and promote the department's mission to protect the health, safety and welfare of people and animals throughout the region. The donation was received by DAS from the Trust Estate Administrator of the donor, who prefers to remain anonymous. Funds will be deposited in the Medical Expense "Spirit" Trust Fund to help injured and sick animals regain their health through surgery, medicine, and follow-up care.
Today's request is to ratify the acceptance of a $100,000 donation for the Department of Animal Services and waive the requirement of a letter of appreciation since the donor has asked to remain anonymous. DAS has already sent a letter of appreciation to the donor on department letterhead via the Trust Estate Administrator.
RECOMMENDATION(S)
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
1. In accordance with County of San Diego Administrative Code Article III, Section 66 Acceptance of Gifts and Board of Supervisors Policy A-112, Acceptance and Use of Gifts and Donations, accept a donation from the anonymous donor in the amount of $100,000 for the Department of Animal Services.
2. Waive Board Policy A-112, Acceptance and Use of Gifts and Donations, which requires a letter of appreciation to an individual providing a gift or donation.
EQUITY IMPACT STATEMENT
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