Report Prepared by: Jesse Ornelas, Council Member
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SUBJECT: Council Member Ornelas’ Request to Discuss the Consideration of City Initiated Block Party Trailer Events in Community Violence Impacted Areas
REPORT IN BRIEF
Council Member Ornelas’ request to discuss the consideration of City initiated Block Party Trailer Events in community violence impacted areas of the City of Merced.
RECOMMENDATION
Provide staff direction related to City initiated use of the Block Party Trailer for events in areas of the community that are impacted by violence throughout the City of Merced.
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DISCUSSION
This item allows for Council Member Ornelas the opportunity to present the concept of City staff deploying the Block Party Trailer for events throughout areas within the City of Merced that are disproportionately impacted by community violence. The goal of this initiative would be to provide neighborhoods with an example of how renting the Block Party Trailer can be utilized to host events, aiding in the reclaiming of violence-prone areas by providing a positive experience for families.
Should the City Council choose to move forward, staff would be provided direction to perform work on the concept and return to the City Council at a future meeting with proposed program elements and any potential financial impact for consideration.
IMPACT ON CITY RESOURCES
None.
ATTACHMENTS
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