Title
Discussion: Grant Request for Hudson's Permanent Safety Town Project.
Executive Summary: The Interim City Manager will provide an update to City Council and will seek their direction regarding a recent grant request by members of the Permanent Safety Town Committee.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
Originally established by Hudson Community Service in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Hudson, the Safety Town program has been operating locally between 50-60 years. This summer program is operated and funded by Hudson Community Education & Recreation (HCER) and features nine half days of comprehensive learning for children entering into Kindergarten. In the past, classes have been held using temporary structures, set up in the parking lots at Hudson Elementary and Evamere Elementary Schools.
The Permanent Safety Town Committee, in cooperation with Hudson City Schools and Hudson Kiwanis, was formed with the goal of constructing a permanent Safety Town on School property, and is requesting a grant of $10,000 from the City, as well as donations from the community to support this project. The total project cost is estimated at approximately $70,000.
Timing Considerations
The target date for completion of the Permanent Safety Town is June 9, 2014, which marks the opening session of the 2014 Safety Town Program.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
X Supplemental Appropriation Required
Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recognizes the importance of the permanent safety town installation and recommends that Council provide the Interim City Manager with direction regarding a grant of $10,000 from the City to offset some of the costs associated to the electrical work and other utility work that is associated with the project.
Submitted by,
Scott N. Schroyer, Interim City Manager
Elizabeth Slagle, Clerk of Council