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 Hammonds House, Inc. for the purpose of providing funding in the total amount of $200,000.00 recurring for environmental education programming. The term of the contract is effective upon execution through December 31, 2025. (APPROVED)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
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 contribution in the form of contract 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
All Districts ☒
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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 and Culture recommends the approval of a contract with Hammonds House, Inc., a Georgia non-profit organization that maintains and preserves a County-owned permanent arts collection and facility while providing arts programming for the benefit of Fulton County citizens and visitors. Scheduled arts programming, exhibitions, and arts educational services will be conducted targeting service delivery to promote awareness and appreciation of the arts. Hammonds House staff will develop arts programs and arts education activities.
Community Impact: Environmental educational services are provided on a scheduled basis for the benefit of Fulton County citizens and visitors.
Department Recommendation: The Department recommends approval of this contract between Fulton County and Hammonds House in the amount of $200,000 for arts programming and arts educational services upon execution through December 31, 2025
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:
100-181-1819: General Fund, Arts and Culture, Hammond’s House - $200,000