Department
Arts and Culture
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) between Fulton County and the Chattahoochee Nature Center, Inc. for the purpose of providing funding in the total amount of $700,000.00 ($200,000.00 recurring for environmental education programming, $500,000.00 non-recurring for capital improvements). The term of the MOU is effective upon execution through December 31, 2023. (HELD ON 3/15/23) (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
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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: Scope of Work: The Department of Arts & Cultural recommends the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Chattahoochee 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 North Fulton County through programs that are designed to promote awareness and appreciation of the environment. The Chattahoochee Nature Center’s staff will develop environmental education programs that connect to science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Funding will also be provided for non-recurring capital improvements.
Community Impact: Environmental educational services are provided on a scheduled basis for the benefit of Fulton County citizens and visitors.
Department Recommendation: Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between Fulton County and the Chattahoochee Nature Center, Inc., in the total amount of $700,000 for environmental education services, upon execution through December 31, 2023.
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.