Department
Arts and Culture
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a contract between Fulton County and the Bear Creek Nature Center, Inc. for the purpose of providing recurring funding in the total amount of $200,000.00 for environmental education programming. The term of the contract is effective upon execution through December 31, 2024. (APPROVED AS AMENDED)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 36-1-19.1 and O.C.G.A. § 36-10-1, the Board of Commissioners has exclusive jurisdiction over its affairs and may make charitable contributions in the form of contracts for services, with such contracts to be in writing and spread on the minutes.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Arts and Libraries
Commission Districts Affected
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Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background (First sentence includes Agency recommendation. Provide an executive summary of the action that gives an overview of the relevant details for the item.)
Scope of Work: The Department of Arts & Cultural recommends the approval of a contract with the Bear Creek Nature Center, Inc. a Georgia non-profit organization that provides environmental educational services on a scheduled basis for the benefit Fulton County citizens and visitors. Scheduled environmental educational services will be conducted targeting service delivery in South Fulton County through programs that are designed to promote awareness and appreciation of the environment. The Bear Creek Nature Center’s staff will develop environmental education programs that connect to science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.
Community Impact: Environmental educational services are provided on a scheduled basis for the benefit of Fulton County citizens and visitors
Department Recommendation: Approval of a contract between Fulton County and the Bear Creek Nature Center, Inc., in the total amount of $200,000.00 for environmental education programming to be effective upon execution through December 31, 2024.
Project Implications: Ensure community education and participation in environmental matters throughout Fulton County.
Community Issues/Concerns: No issues/concerns have been raised by constituents or clients concerning the agenda item.
Department Issues/Concerns: No department concerns have been identified.
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-181-1810-1142