02/26/2008 Resolutions 2008-70RESOLUTION 2008-70
WHEREAS, the Coalition for Children was formed in September, 2004, by service
professionals who shared a concern about youth in the foster care and social service systems in Hall
County; and
WHEREAS, the Coalition formed a community collaborative to create a community
climate where children are valued, safe, and health;
WHEREAS, in December 2007, the City of Grand Island was awarded a grant in the
amount of $26,489.40, from the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation for the Coalition for
Children to build collaboration, coordinate Leadership Team activities and pay the salary of apart-
time Coordinator; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island will serve as fiscal agent for the grant period
which runs January 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008; and
WHEREAS, an award letter and contract have been received by the city and must be
signed by the Mayor in order to accept the grant award.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the contract for the Demonstration Grant is
approved and that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute any related documents on
behalf of the City of Grand Island for such grant programs.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, February 26, 2008.
Marga et Hornady, Mayor
Attest:
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form d ~~~
February 25, 2008 a City Attorney