Title
A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With Liberia Economic And Social Development, Inc. For The Renovation Of The Liberia Economic And Social Development Center Using Community Development Block Grant Funding In An Amount Not To Exceed $175,000.00.
Strategic Plan Focus
Quality of Life & Strong Neighborhoods
Body
Staff Recommends: Approval of the attached Resolution.
Explanation:
On July 3, 2024, the City Commission passed and adopted Resolution No. R-2024-251, which approved the Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Federal Program Years 2024/2025-2028/2029 and Annual Action Plan and Projected Use of Funds for Federal Program Year 2024/2025 that includes the eligible activities under Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”) funds, which include Public Facilities and Infrastructure.
Liberia Economic and Social Development, Inc. (“LES”) is a Florida Not for Profit Corporation and a community-based organization providing vital services to low- to- moderate income children and families, including career counseling, job training, affordable housing, food and childcare. LES has submitted a proposal for financial assistance to support the renovation of the LES center, located in the Liberia neighborhood at 2201 Douglas Street.
The Community Development Division has prepared the attached agreement with LES for the renovation of the LES Center, using CDBG funding. The renovation will benefit residents within the City of Hollywood while providing a safe space for programs and services that have a positive impact on the community.
This item seeks approval to execute the agreement with LES to fund the renovation of the LES Center.
Fiscal Impact:
Funding for this agreement is available in the FY 2025 Operating Budget in account number 115.160101.55400.584380.001863.000.000.
Recommended for inclusion on the agenda by:
Ryon Coote, Community Development Manager
Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager