Agenda Item # 1
Columbus Consolidated Government
Council Meeting
02/20/2007
Agenda Report # 95
To: Mayor and Council
Subject: Tony Hawk Foundation
Initiated By: Parks and Recreation Department
Recommendation: Approval is requested to submit an application and if approved
accept $25.000 in funding from the Tony Hawk Foundation to help with the design
and construction of the skatepark and amend the Multi-Governmental Fund by the
amount of the grant award.
Background: Tony Hawk Foundation is based on the premise of expanding the
use and enjoyment of skateboard activities throughout the country. It is
funding provided by the foundation to non profits and municipalities to assist
with skatepark construction and amenities. This grant has historically been
available only to non profits, and has now been opened for city and county
governments. Tony Hawk is a skateboarder who has become a successful business
man through entrepreneurship.
Analysis: The skatepark has been designed by the youth of Columbus for the
enjoyment of all. SPLOST monies featuring prioritized listing would be utilized
to assist with the completion of this project.
Financial Considerations: The grant will offset a portion of funding required
to complete the skatepark. There is not match requirement for this grant
either monetary or in kind.
Legal Considerations: The submission of all grants have to be approved by
resolution by Council.
Recommendation: Authorize a resolution to accept funds up to the amount of
$25,000 from the Tony Hawk Foundation for the design and construction of a
skatepark , thus improving recreational opportunities in the community.
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