Department
Community Development
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to amend the award of $250,000.00 in the FY2023 Budget to Atlanta Public Schools (APS) to transfer said award to the APS foundation, Atlanta Partners for Education (APFE). Effective upon BOC approval. (MOTION TO APPROVE FAILED)
ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION AS REQUESTED BY VICE-CHAIRMAN ELLIS AND COMMISSIONER THORNE
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Fulton County Code § 102-420, contract modifications within the scope of the contract and necessary for completion of the contract, in the specifications, services, time of performance or terms and conditions of the contract shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Health and Human Services
Commission Districts Affected
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Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background
Scope of Work: Atlanta Public Schools (APS) has requested that the $250,000.00 award allocated to APS in the FY2023 Budget for the Department of Community Development be awarded instead to its foundation, Atlanta Partners for Education (APFE). There are no changes in terms and conditions of the award, and services will continue to be provided at the same level required for the award.
Community Impact: APS has set forth the mission that through a caring culture of equity, trust, and collaboration, every student will graduate ready for college, career, and life. This mission is accompanied by a strong vision for APS to be a high-performing school district where students love to learn, educators inspire, families engage, and the community trusts the system.
Department Recommendation: Recommend approval.
Project Implications: On January 18, 2023, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners approved a $250,000 increase in the FY2023 Budget for the Department of Community Development to be allocated specifically to Atlanta Public Schools (APS). APS subsequently requested that payment reflect the APS foundation name, Atlanta Partners for Education, on official county documents going forward.
Community Issues/Concerns: The Department of Community Development is not aware of any community issues/concerns regarding the agenda item.
Department Issues/Concerns: None.