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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Alderwoman Patty Smith, Ward 8
DATE: June 10, 2021
SUBJECT:
Ward 8 Residential Grant Program.
PURPOSE:
Alderwoman Patty Smith and her Ward 8 Committee shall receive, review and approve requests for grant funding towards community enhancements and /or improvements in the 8th Ward. The enhancements/improvements shall be for public use, demonstrate a benefit for the immediate area, and promote the character and integrity of the neighborhood and community.
The committee may also consider other information when approving or denying grant requests such as previous approvals, history, and future development plans.
BACKGROUND:
Applicants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and funds will be distributed based on availability of annual budgeted funds at the discretion of the 8th Ward Committee and their Alderwoman. With a minimum threshold of $1,000.00 and up to $15,000.
Grants will not be considered for public improvements or enhancements if applicant is also utilizing an existing city program whereby applicants are receiving assistance or compensation from said program. Also, grants are not meant for commercial use and hence request for such will not be considered.
DISCUSSION:
Vendors will be paid from the Ward 8 grant account 318-1350-419.50-50 not to exceed 25,000.00 annually. Program will not be extended past the current Alderwoman's term.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Approve the Ward 8 Residential Grant Program with the current guidelines
cc: Rules, Administration and Procedures Committee
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution to approve the Ward 8 Residential Grant Program.
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is, therefore, a home rule unit under subsection (a) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, subject to said Section, a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs for the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, a resolution authorizing Alderwoman Patty Smith and her 8th Ward Committee to receive, review and approve requests for grant funding to be used toward community enhancements and /or improvements in the 8th Ward; and
WHEREAS, a set of guidelines has been written to implement the grant program for the Ward 8 Residential Grant Program. The grant is not for primary or the exclusive benefit of the Association or its members; and
WHEREAS, $25,000.00 has been allocated for this program. Funds for these projects will be paid out of the Ward 8 Gran account 318-1350-419.50-50 and not to be extended past the current Alderwomen's term.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: Herby authorize the Ward 8 Residential Grant Program.