Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Board of Commissioners - District 6
SUBJECT:
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Commission District(s): District 6
To Appropriate $5,000 of District 6 Reserve for Appropriations to the Wylde Center to Support the Education Program’s Summer Camps.
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Information Contact: Commissioner Edward C. “Ted” Terry
Phone Number: 404-371-4909
PURPOSE:
To appropriate $5,000 of District 6 Reserve for Appropriations to the Wylde Center to support the Education Program’s Summer Camps that take place from June 2 through July 11.
NEED/IMPACT:
The Wylde Center’s summer camp programs are attended by approximately 70 children that have the opportunity to connect with nature through immersive outdoor experiences. Through activities such as arts and crafts, shelter building, and gardening, children are able to deepen their connection with the environment and develop confidence, curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong appreciation for the environment. These funds will be used towards educator staff, art supplies, garden supplies, and cooking supplies.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Increase appropriations for the following account by the amount indicated below: District 6 Reserves
Board of Commissioners (District 6) - General Fund - Other Miscellaneous Payments (00206.573099.100.0000.0000) - $5,000
Decrease appropriations for the following account by the amount indicated below:
Board of Commissioners (District 6) - General Fund - Reserve for Appropriation (00206.579002.100.0000.0000) - $5,000
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To approve the allocation of $5,000 from the 2025 District 6 Reserve for Appropriation account and authorize the Chief Executive Officer or her designee to execute all necessary documents.