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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Carl Franco, Ward 5 Alderman
DATE: May 16, 2023
SUBJECT:
Ward 5 Residential and Nonprofit Grant Program.
PURPOSE:
The 5th Ward Alderman shall receive, review and approve requests for grants for community wide enhancements and or improvements to benefit the 5th Ward.
BACKGROUND:
Since 2015, Alderman Carl Franco has continued the Residential and Nonprofit Grant Program.
Applications 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 5th Ward Alderman. With a minimum threshold of $1,000.00 and up to $15,000.00.
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. Grants are not meant for commercial use or individual home improvements and hence requests for such will not be considered.
DISCUSSION:
Applicant will be reimbursed from the Ward 5 grant account 315-1350-441.50-50, while funds are available, not to exceed $25,000.00 annually. Program will not be extended past the current Aldermen's term.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
Ward 5 Residents and Nonprofit organizations will benefit by improving their community.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Request approval of the Ward 5 Grant Program.
cc: Rules, Administration and Procedure Committee
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution Authorizing the Ward 5 Residential and Nonprofit 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,...
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