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County Administrator's Report 10. 26.

BCC Regular Meeting

Budget & Finance Consent

Meeting Date:	10/04/2018
Issue: Donation to Epps Christian Center Ministries
From:	Grover Robinson
Department:	Board of County Commissioners
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation Concerning Donation from District 4 Discretionary Funds for Epps Christian Center Ministries for their Thanksgiving Meal for the Community - Commissioner Grover C. Robinson, IV, District 4

That the Board approve the contribution of $2,000 of discretionary funds by Commissioner Grover Robinson to the Epps Christian Center Ministries to assist them with their Thanksgiving Meal for the Community.

[Funding: Fund 001, General Fund, Board of County Commissioners’ Discretionary Money, Cost Center 110101, Object Code 58201]

BACKGROUND:

The Epps Christian Center Ministries is a 501-C3 organization that reaches out to the hungry, homeless and hurting in the community. Throughout the year they provide healthy and nutritious meals to all who come through their doors. They are committed to improving the quality of life and restoring the dignity of those they serve by providing a hot meal to any member of the community in need of one.

For the past 10 years, they have partnered with Council on Aging, Meals on Wheels, and the Englewood Community to provide a wholesome Thanksgiving Meal for the Community. This is an “Open Table” event where everyone who needs a meal is welcome. They also provide delivery services to senior citizens who cannot get out to get a meal. They anticipate serving over 500 individuals and families during their Thanksgiving event.

BUDGETARY IMPACT:

The Board approved $50,000 in the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Budget for each Commissioner to use as discretionary funds.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:

N/A

PERSONNEL:

N/A

POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:

N/A

IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:

Upon Board approval, a purchase order will be issued by the County Administrator’s Office.

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