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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Alderman Lynne Johnson, Ward 10
DATE: August 19, 2016 (Revised 9/30/16)
SUBJECT:
Requesting approval of the Ward 10 Residential Grant Program as an Annual Program Beginning Year 2016 - Ward 10/Johnson
PURPOSE:
A Committee comprised of 10th Ward residents (Ward Committee) and their Alderman shall receive, review and approve requests for grant funding towards community enhancements and/or improvements in the 10th Ward.
BACKGROUND:
The Ward Committee, comprised of 10th Ward residents and their Alderman, shall receive, review and approve application for grants for community enhancements and/or improvements. The Committee may consider grant awards, which meet the following minimum guidelines:
1) Grant dollars may only be used to support capital or infrastructure improvements, which demonstrate a benefit for the immediate area, and promote the character and integrity of the neighborhood and community.
2) The minimum grant award should be no less than $1,000.
3) The maximum grant award should be no more than $7,500
4) Grant awards may not exceed 50% of the total cost of the improvement project.
5) Grant awards may not exceed $25,000 per fiscal year.
The Committee may also consider other information when approving or denying grant requests such as previous approvals, past history, and future development plans.
For the purposes of this grant program, capital and infrastructure improvements may include, but are not limited to landscaping, pond maintenance including aerators/diffusers, existing damaged guard rails, neighborhood water drainage issues, safety lighting, or infrastructure projects for community use.
Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and funds will be distributed based on availability of funds at the discretion of the 10th Ward Committee and its Alderman. Total grant fund availability is subject to approval of funding thorough the City's Annual Budget. Grant funding may not...
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