HomeMy WebLinkAbout15721RESOLUTION NO. 15721
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FROM THE
COUNCIL CONTINGENCIES ACCOUNT IN THE 2024 GENERAL
FUND BUDGET TO LA RAZA SERVICES, INC., DBA
SERVICIOS DE LA RAZA IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000 TO
SPONSOR THE 3RD ANNUAL CHILDREN'S DAY ON FRIDAY,
MAY 17, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO, that
SECTION 1.
Payment in the amount of $2,000 from the Council Contingencies Account in the 2024
General Fund Budget is authorized to be paid to La Raza Services, Inc., DBA Servicios de La
Raza to sponsor the 3rd Annual Children's Day event on Friday, May 17, 2024.
SECTION 2.
The officers and staff of the City are authorized to perform any and all acts consistent
with the intent of this Resolution to effectuate the policies and procedures described herein.
SECTION 3.
This Resolution shall become effective upon passage and approval.
INTRODUCED: August 12, 2024
BY: Dennis Flores
MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL
APPROVED: __________________________
PRESIDENT OF CITY COUNCIL
ATTESTED BY: ________________________
CITY CLERK
City Clerk's Office Item # Q2
Background Paper for Proposed
Resolution
COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 12, 2024
TO: President Mark Aliff and Members of City Council
CC: Mayor Heather Graham
VIA: Marisa Stoller, City Clerk
FROM: Dennis Flores, Councilor
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FROM THE COUNCIL
CONTINGENCIES ACCOUNT IN THE 2024 GENERAL FUND BUDGET
TO LA RAZA SERVICES, INC., DBA SERVICIOS DE LA RAZA IN THE
AMOUNT OF $2,000 TO SPONSOR THE 3RD ANNUAL CHILDREN'S
DAY ON FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2024
SUMMARY:
Attached for consideration is a request for support of La Raza Services, Inc., DBA
Servicios de La Raza in the amount of $2,000 to sponsor the 3rd Annual Children's Day
on Friday, May 17, 2024.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION:
None.
BACKGROUND:
City Council Member Dennis Flores is requesting $2,000 to support La Raza Services,
Inc., DBA Servicios de La Raza in the amount of $2,000 to sponsor the 3rd Annual
Children's Day on Friday, May 17, 2024. The event is free to the public and celebrates
children while providing resources such as food, backpacks, and offers activities for the
family like music and games.
This free, welcoming, and fun community event for youth and their families, Dia de Los
rce fair for families to connect with
local agencies for support and games, giveaways and prizes for children. The overall
cost is $16,000. Last year, we were able to serve more than 250 children and their
families (600+ meals served).
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Payment in the amount of $2,000 from the Council Contingencies Account in the 2024
General Fund Budget would be paid to La Raza Services, Inc., DBA Servicios de La
Raza for the Children's Day event.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
STAKEHOLDER PROCESS:
N/A
ALTERNATIVES:
City Council could choose not to authorize funding for this purpose.
RECOMMENDATION:
This Resolution is at the request of Council Member Dennis Flores.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Dia del nio ENG sponsorship request
2. 2024 Contingencies (Council) Servicios de la Raza Childrens Day
3. Colorado Secretary of State - Organization Record Confirmation La Raza