Subject:
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Funding Agreement with Seminole Youth Athletic Association, Inc. for the benefit of youth sports in the County.
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Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Approval and execution by the County Administrator of the 2024 Funding Agreement with Seminole Youth Athletic Association, Inc. (SYAA).
• Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 General fund support for SYAA is budgeted for $35,185.00.
• Agreement requires SYAA to submit semi-annual reports.
• Agreement and funding have been provided previously in FY16 through FY23
• Funding helps offset operational costs for youth sports organizations, thereby keeping participation costs for youth affordable.
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Strategic Plan:
Foster Continual Economic Growth and Vitality
4.6 Support a vibrant community with recreation, arts and culture to attract residents and visitors.
Deliver First Class Services to the Public and Our Customers
5.1 Maximize partner relationships and public outreach.
Summary:
SYAA has demonstrated financial need for facilities maintenance at the complex in which they operate. The organization has the sole responsibility for the maintenance and operations for their complex which benefits residents of both incorporated and unincorporated Pinellas County. This Funding Agreement will enable them to supplement their operational budgets.
Background/Explanation:
The County recognizes the benefits a youth sports organization such as SYAA provides for the community. The County has awarded this organization grant funding in prior years.
Fiscal Impact:
The County agrees to pay SYAA the total sum of $35,185 no later than September 30, 2024. SYAA shall expend all funding by September 30, 2024, and is required to submit a financial budget and expenditure report to the County detailing how funding has been and/or will be expended by September 30, 2024. The total amount of the agreement ($35,185) is appropriated in the FY24 Adopted Budget for the Parks and Conservation Resources Department within the General Fund.
Delegated Authority:
Authority for the County Administrator to sign the Funding Agreements is granted under Code Section 2-62 (a)(1).
Staff Member Responsible:
Paul Cozzie, Director, Parks and Conservation Resources
Partners:
Seminole Junior Warhawks Athletic Association, Inc.
Attachments:
FY24 SYAA Funding Agreement