Approve $513,000 in grants to 21 local organizations

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In Plain English

The city's grant committee reviewed applications and recommends funding 21 community organizations this fiscal year. The total amount cannot exceed $513,000. Organizations can now receive up to 50% of their grant money upfront instead of the current 25%.

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Votes

Approve the committee recommendations, add category three ($50,000) money to the 990 Ns, and direct staff to provide a list of all organizations that received FY 2017-2018 grant awards when the ECIA grant process was presented for the FY 2018-2019, approve increasing the amount of advanced payment allowable from 25% to up to 50%, authorize the city manager to negotiate and execute Grant Service Agreements with approved grantees

Passed

4 to 1

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Why This Vote Matters

The council approved funding for 21 community organizations this fiscal year, with grants totaling up to $513,000. Organizations will now be able to receive up to half of their grant money upfront, doubling the previous 25% advance payment limit to help with cash flow. The measure passed with broad support in a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Myrick dissenting and Councilmember Martinez abstaining. This routine annual grant allocation process helps fund local nonprofits and community groups that provide services to residents.

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Other motions

Approve $40,000 to 990 and 99N organizations awarded over $50,000 and divide $80,000 among organizations that were disqualified, and come back to the City Council for input on new clear criteria

Failed

Provide an equal percentage of money to all 990 organizations that scored 100 and over

Failed

Community Discussion

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