HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 23526-01-2019Ordinance No. 23526-01-2019
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE
WATER & SEWER FUND, IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000.00, FROM AVAILABLE FUNDS,
FOR THE PURPOSE OF THE ANNUAL FIX -A -LEAK WEEK 5K RACE AND EARTH PARTY
EVENT; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; MAKING THIS ORDINANCE
CUMULATIVE OF PRIOR ORDINANCES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
SECTION 1
That in addition to those amounts allocated to the various City departments for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 in the
Budget of the City Manager, there shall also be increased estimated receipts and appropriations in the Water
& Sewer Fund in the amount of $10,000.00, from available funds, to provide the annual Fix -A -Leak Week 5k
Race and Earth Party event.
SECTION 2.
That should any portion, section or part of a section of this ordinance be declared invalid, inoperative or void
for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision, opinion orjudgment shall in no way impair
the remaining portions, sections, or parts of sections of this ordinance, which said remaining provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3.
That this ordinance shall be cumulative of Ordinance 23392-09-2018 and all other ordinances and
appropriations amending the same except in those instances where the provisions of this ordinance are in
direct conflict with such other ordinances and appropriations, in which instance said conflicting provisions of
said prior ordinances and appropriations are hereby expressly repealed.
SECTION 4.
This ordinance shall take effect upon adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: CITY SECRET,
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Christa R'. Lopez-ReyIds Mary J. Kay r
Sr. Assistant City Attorney
ADOPTED AND EFFECTIVE: January 15, 2019
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 1/1512019 - Ordinance 'iso. 23526-01-2019
DATE: Tuesday, January 15, 2019
LOG NAME: 60WELLS FARGO
REFERENCE NO.: **C-28991
SUBJECT:
Authorize Acceptance of a Monetary Donation for the Water Department from Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. in
the Amount of $10,000.00 to Support the Annual Fix -A -Leak Week 5K Race and Adopt Appropriation
Ordinance (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize acceptance of a monetary donation from Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. in the amount of
$10,000.00 to support the 2049 Fix -A -Leak Week 5k Race and Earth Party event; and
2. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in
the Water & Sewer Fund in the amount of $10,000.00, from available funds.
DISCUSSION:
The Water Department is requesting the formal acceptance of a cash donation of $10,000 from Wells
Fargo Bank, N.A. in support of the 5th annual Fix -A -Leak Week 5k Race and Earth Party event.
The Fix -A -Leak Week 5k Run is an annual event held in partnership with the Environmental Protection
Agency that raises awareness of the need to repair household water leaks. Proceeds from the event,
which is planned in conjunction with the Fort Worth Runner's Club, are donated to the City's Utility Bill
Assistance Program. Earth Party, which began in 2011 to celebrate Cowtown Clean Up participants and
promote environmental awareness, is hosted by a collaboration of City Departments and Keep Fort Worth
Beautiful.
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. supports a number of educational and community engagement events in the
communities they serve. As the title sponsor of the 2019 Earth Party, its donation will be used to promote
environmental stewardship and community engagement at the event and will provide for the event
entertainment. It is estimated that 1500 participants will attend the Earth Day celebration. As a sponsor,
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. is recognized as a leader in the fight to end litter, conserve water, and create a
healthier environment in Fort Worth.
This M& C does not request approval of a contract with a business entity.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance Services certifies that upon approval of the above; recommendation, funds will be
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available in the current Water Department operating budget, as appropriated, in the Water & Sewer Fund.
The Water Department is responsible for the collection and deposit of funds donated to the City.
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CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by
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Additional Information Contact:
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Jay Chapa (5804)
Chris Harder (5020)
Chris Harder (5020)
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