Report Prepared by: Janet German, Secretary, Fire Dept.
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SUBJECT: Acceptance of Donation in the Amount of $300 from Firefighters Charitable Foundation and Appropriating the same for Fire Prevention Awareness.
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers accepting a $300 donation from Firefighters Charitable Foundation.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion accepting the donation of $300 from Firefighters Charitable Foundation; increasing revenue account 001-0901-360.02-01 Contributions in the amount of $300 and appropriating the same in account 001-0901-522.29-00 Other Materials and Supplies.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve as recommended by staff; or,
2. Deny; or,
3. Refer back to staff; or,
4. Continue to a future meeting.
AUTHORITY
Charter of the City of Merced, Section 200.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
This action is consistent with the city’s operating principal to promote Public Safety, as provided for in the 2018-19 Adopted Budget.
DISCUSSION
Firefighters Charitable Foundation is a 501(c)3 Charitable Corporation who is a proponent of providing resources to support fire related outreach services. Their $300 donation will be geared towards enhancing the fire prevention’s outreach program.
Community outreach events help spread awareness of fire prevention measures, which are critical to the safety of residents. Through fairs, open houses, and other community events, our firefighters can increase the number of community members that are exposed to fire safety awareness lessons by providing additional incentives to visit with them and learn about fire safety.
IMPACT ON CITY RESOURCES
Increase revenue account 001-0901-360.02-01 Contributions in the amount of $300 and appropriate the same to 001-0901-522.29-00 Other Materials Supplies.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Firefighters Charitable Foundation Donation Letter