Department
Community Development
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a contract between Fulton County and Inner-City Muslim Action Network Corp (IMAN Atlanta) in the amount of $75,000.00 to complete Phase I renovations of the Wellness Center & Food Pantry located at 2179 MLK Dr. SW, Atlanta GA 30310; and to authorize the Chairman to disburse funds and execute and administer contracts, and other related documents consistent with any necessary agreement in support of this funding allotment. The term of this Contract shall be upon approval through December 31, 2024. (APPROVED)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
Official Code of Georgia 36-10-1 states that all contracts entered by Fulton County with other partners or persons on behalf of the County shall be in writing and entered on the Board of Commissioners meeting minutes.
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
On January 24, 2024, as part of the adopted 2024 budget, the Board of Commissioners approved an increase to the Department of Community Development’s budget by $75,000 to provide a grant to Inner-City Muslim Action Network Corp (IMAN Atlanta).
The Department of Community Development requests approval of a contract between Fulton County and Inner-City Muslim Action Network Corp (IMAN Atlanta) in the amount of $75,000.00 to complete Phase I renovations of the Wellness Center & Food Pantry located at 2179 MLK Dr. SW, ATLANTA GA 30310.
Scope of Work: The Phase I Renovation of the Wellness Center & Food Pantry (2179 MLK Dr. SW, ATLANTA GA 30310) will include I. Assessment and Planning II. Design III. Construction IV. Sustainability Integration V. Testing and Commissioning VI. Ongoing Maintenance. By December 31, 2024, IMAN Atlanta shall submit invoices to the County reflecting that IMAN Atlanta has utilized the County’s funding to provide the services outlined above. All invoices submitted to verify eligible expenses are subject to review and approval by the Director of Community Development. Such invoices shall be provided to Stanley Wilson, Director, Fulton County Department of Community Development.
Community Impact: The Fulton County Department of Community Development strengthens people, families, and communities through partnerships with various community organizations and outreach programs, particularly non-profit, private sector, government, volunteer, and citizen advocates.
Department Recommendation: Approve the requested action.
Project Implications: There is a need for a food pantry on MLK to support the community and IMAN Atlanta’s goal is to use the County funds to renovate the facility for an opening of a Wellness Center and Food Pantry in Q3 2024.
Community Issues/Concerns: N/A
Department Issues/Concerns: N/A
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-121-2615-1160