Subject:
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Municipal Services Taxing Unit Special Project Funding for the Palm Harbor Little League Sunshade Project.
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Recommended Action:
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Approval of the Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU) Special Project Funding request, in the amount of $20,000.00, for the Palm Harbor Little League sunshade installation at the Sunderman Sports Complex in Palm Harbor.
• The MSTU funding is requested to purchase and install 5 sunshades at the Sunderman Sports Complex in Palm Harbor.
• Other than the dugouts, there is no shade at the Sunderman Complex, which is used year-round by the residents of Palm Harbor.
• The custom shades will be installed near the t-ball and softball fields and at the concession area.
• These sunshades will meet all code and permitting requirements.
• Sunderman Sports Complex is operated and maintained by Palm Harbor Parks and Recreation under the auspice of the Palm Harbor Community Service Agency (PHCSA), an ad-valorem special taxing district. Once complete, the sunshades will become permanent assets of PHCSA.
• The total amount of the project is $27,400.00. The request for funding in the amount of $20,000.00 is a one-time expenditure of budgeted MSTU Special Projects Funds. Funding is included in the General Government MSTU cost center within the General Fund and is consistent with the Fiscal Year 2024 approved budget.
• Costs exceeding the requested amount will be paid by the Palm Harbor Little League.Body
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Strategic Plan:
Healthy and Safe Communities:
4.6 Support a vibrant community with recreation, arts, and culture to attract residents and visitors
Summary:
Summary
Palm Harbor Little League (PHLL) is a chartered member of Little League International which believes in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities. PHLL averages 400-600 registered player each year and along with the players come moms, dads, siblings, and grandparents. PHLL wants to ensure people are protected from the hot sun. This will enhance the overall park and game experience for everyone.
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Background Information:
The MSTU Special Projects Funding opportunity was created by the Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of supporting projects that enhance community and neighborhood opportunities in unincorporated areas of Pinellas County. These MSTU Special Projects Awards are intended to support culture, recreation, and community engagement opportunities for residents in unincorporated areas that are comparable to those opportunities which municipalities typically provide to their residents.
Fiscal Impact:
This request for funding in the amount not to exceed $20,000.00 is a one-time expenditure of budgeted MSTU Special Project funds. Funding is included in the General Government MSTU cost center within the General Fund and is consistent with amounts provided during the FY24 budget development.
Staff Member Responsible:
Nancy McKibben, Assistant to the County Administrator, County Administration
Partners:
Palm Harbor Little League
Pinellas County
Palm Harbor Parks and Recreation
Attachments:
1. PHLL MSTU Special Projects Funding Application
2. PHLL Quotes for Sunshades
3. Site Plan