HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020 09 28 Consent 303 - Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant Agreement (DEO) for Parks Master Plan • CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 303
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Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant Agreement (DEO) for Parks
Master Plan
SUMMARY
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity through the Bureau of
Community Planning and Growth received funds to provide Community
Planning &Technical Assistance Grants to local governments and regional
planning councils. The purpose is to assist in the development of economic
strategies, meet requirements of the Community Planning Act, address critical
planning issues, and promote innovative solutions to challenges identified by
local government applicants.
On August 7, 2020, the City received notification that Winter Springs will be
one of 22 local governments and four regional planning councils to receive
the Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant. The grant award is for
$49,000 and was awarded to create a parks and recreation master plan to
offer recreation projects and programs, including biking and pedestrian
opportunities. This grant is for FY21/22 and will be awarded on a cost-
reimbursement basis.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Commission approve the acceptance of the
Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant in the amount of$49,000.00
and authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to prepare and execute any
and all applicable documents.
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