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A resolution accepting a grants package from the Friends of Warner Parks to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, to continue funding staff positions and copier costs.
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WHEREAS, the Friends of Warner Parks have awarded a grants package in the amount of $62,080.27 with no cash match required to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, to continue funding staff positions and copier costs; and,
WHEREAS, it is to the benefit of the citizens of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County that the grants package be accepted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. That the grants package by and between the Friends of Warner Parks, in the amount of $62,080.27, and the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, to continue funding staff positions and copier costs, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein, is hereby approved.
Section 2. That the amount of these grants be appropriated to the Metropolitan Nashville Parks Department based on the revenues estimated to be received and any match to be applied.
Section 3. That this resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.
Agenda Analysis
Analysis
This resolution accepts a grant from the Friends of Warner Parks to the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation in the amount of $62,080.27 with no local cash match required. The grant will be used to continue funding staff positions and copier costs for the Warner Parks Headquarters. This grant funds five positions, including three part-time Naturalist I positions and two Seasonal Worker IV Nature Center Aide positions. The grant period is from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023.