To

Mayor and Council

Subject

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Initiator

Parks and Recreation Department

Recommendation

Approval is requested to submit an application and if approved accept federal \n \n funding for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) from the \n \n Corporation for National and Community Service.

Approval

Approved

Background

A continuing resolution has been authorized by Columbus Council each spring

since the inception of RSVP in 1973. The resolution specifies the federal

funds being applied for and gives and estimate of local funding. The RSVP of

Columbus provides opportunities for Senior Adults from all backgrounds, ages 55

and above, to utilize their knowledge, experience and talents in meaningful

volunteer service to the community.

Analysis

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is jointly funded by the City

of Columbus and the Corporation for National and Community Service, which is

the federal sponsor. RSVP continues to respond to the changing needs of the

community. Currently there are approximately 300 active volunteers who render

approximately 45,000 service hours annually at 35 volunteer stations and at

Fort Benning. Some of the referenced sites are: The Columbus Museum,

Vocational Rehabilitation, Mayor's Office, Government Center, Columbus Police

Department, Girl Scouts, Martin Army Hospital and the Columbus Convention and

Visitors' Bureau.

Financial Considerations

The total cost for the 05-06 project year is estimated to be $81,375 of which

$31,739 is estimated to be the federal share and up to $49,636 is estimated to

be the local share. The local funds have been requested in the City's FY06

budget. The period of the program application is July 1, 2005 through June 30,

2006.

Projected Annual Fiscal Impact Statement

Legal Considerations

The submission of all grants have to be approved by resolution by Council.

Recommendations/ Actions

Recommend to submit an application and if approved accept funding for the

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).

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