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Authorize the County's contribution of $500 from the General Fund contribution allocated to District 1 to benefit Lady Echelon Project
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Public Hearing Required? Yes ____ No _X _
DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
Supervisor James requests that the Board of Supervisors authorize the County's contribution of $500 from the General Fund contribution allocated to District 1 to the Lady Echelon Project.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
District 1 has identified a local non-profit organization for which to contribute its non-county contribution allocation.
Lady Echelon Project - $500
This contribution supports their October Fall Festival, scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM in Downtown Vallejo. This event is an inclusive, and family-friendly celebration that brings our community together. This event is designed not only to highlight the season but also to strengthen Vallejo's sense of connection, showcase local talent, and uplift small businesses.
Guidelines for Grant Funding Requests:
During the FY2024/25 Budget Hearings, the Board appropriated $75,000, $15,000 to each supervisorial district, to allow Board members to support community service programs. The Board directed County Counsel to provide guidelines on how to recommend funding for qualifying agencies or programs. The Guidelines are as follows:
1.) Each supervisor must submit the proposed expenditure to County Counsel and the Auditor-Controller for initial review.
2.) The Board must approve the expenditure by a majority vote.
3.) The Board must determine that the expenditure is for a public purpose.
4.) The Board may authorize an expenditure of public funds to a nonprofit organization so long as the County retains ultimate control over the exercise of judgment and discretion of the intended program.
5.) To ensure accountability, all expenditures are subject to periodic audit by the Auditor-Controller; and
a) If the reci...
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