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County Administrator's Report 7.

BCC Regular Meeting

Discussion

Meeting Date:	01/04/2018
Issue: Autism Coalition of Nevada/Autism Coalition of America (ACON)
From:	Grover Robinson
Department:	Board of County Commissioners
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation Concerning Autism Coalition of Nevada/Autism Coalition of America - Commissioner Robinson, District 4

That the Board approve the contribution of $2,000 of discretionary funds by Commissioner Grover Robinson to the 501c3 non-profit Autism Coalition of Nevada/Autism Coalition of America (ACON).

BACKGROUND:

Ms. Michelle Scott-Lewing is the President of ACON. Her 16-year old daughter Falynne, who is on the autism spectrum, has raised a very substantial amount for other charities throughout the United States through her shows. All of the performers are volunteers. In 2018, they are scheduled to perform for the American Cancer Society, the Children’s Miracle Network, the Autism Coalition of America, the Journey of Hope and Autism Pensacola, Inc.

ACON is requesting financial assistance in bringing Falynne Lewing’s fundraising performance for Autism Pensacola, Inc., to this area in 2018.

BUDGETARY IMPACT:

The Board approved $50,000 in the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Budget for each Commissioner to use as discretionary money.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:

N/A

PERSONNEL:

N/A

POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:

N/A

IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:

Upon Board approval, the County Administrator’s Office will process the payment request.

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