| COMMISSION MEETING DATE: 4/18/2017 |
| REQUESTED ACTION BY COMMISSION: Requesting Commission approval to make a $2500.00 donation to the East Boynton Wildcats Youth Football Program from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund to provide support for registration fees for the spring football season. |
| EXPLANATION OF REQUEST: The Boynton Beach Police Department remains committed to positively influencing juveniles within the community through financial assistance, mentorship opportunities, and other forms of public private partnerships. The East Boynton Wildcats Youth Football Program aids in reducing crime, building relationships and empowering our youth to give back to the community.
This donation will provide funding to cover the registration for approximately 18 players for the Spring Football season. Moreover, this donation will aid in the financial responsibilities required for travel to Titusville and Tarpon Springs, as they compete for the State Title. |
| HOW WILL THIS AFFECT CITY PROGRAMS OR SERVICES? The East Boynton Wildcats Youth Football Program aids in reducing crime within the community. Studies have shown that youth engaged in organized sport are less likely to participate in criminal activity. |
| FISCAL IMPACT: Non-budgeted This donation should be paid from account number 691-5000-590-04-25. The current balance of this account is $63,429.62. |
| ALTERNATIVES: Do not approve the donation at this time. |
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