HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 24297-08-2020 Ordinance No. 24297-08-2020
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE
GRANTS OPERATING OTHER FUND, SUBJECT TO RECEIPT OF THE GRANT, IN THE
AMOUNT UP TO $5,000.00, FOR THE PURPOSE OF FUNDING THE AMERICAN
LIBRARY ASSOCIATION'S GROW WITH GOOGLE GRANT PROGRAM; 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 2019-2020 in the
Budget of the City Manager,there shall also be increased estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants
Operating Other Fund, subject to the receipt of grants, in the amount up to $5,000.00, for the purpose of
funding the American Library Association's Grow With Google Grant Program.
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 or judgment 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 23835-09-2019 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said prior ordinances and appropriations are hereby expressly repealed.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 SECRETARY
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Assistant City Attorney Mary J. Kayser
ADOPTED AND EFFECTIVE:August 4, 2020
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 08/04/20 MSC FILE NUMBER: M&C 20-0515
LOG NAME: 84ALA GROW WITH GOOGLE GRANT FY20
SUBJECT
Ratify Application for and Authorize Acceptance of the American Library Association's Grow with Google Grant in an Amount Up to$5,000.00 and
Adopt Appropriation Ordinance(ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify application for and authorize acceptance of the American Library Association's Grow With Google grant in the amount up to$5,000.00 for
workforce development resources and services;and
2.Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Other Fund in the amount
up to$5,000.00 upon receipt of the grant.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication(M&C)is to ratify application for and authorize acceptance of a grant in an initial amount of
$2,000.00 from the American Library Association's(ALA)Grow With Google Grant program,with the opportunity to be awarded an additional
$3,000.00 based on evidence of effectiveness and impact of the programs implemented.
The COVID-19 crisis has forced libraries to pivot into virtual services in lieu of face-to-face programming. Recognizing the critical role libraries
play in supporting America's workforce,ALA's Libraries Lead with Digital Skills has expanded its initiative to offer public libraries an initial
$2,000.00 award to provide virtual programming,outreach and education to address the digital skill gaps ofjobseekers,entrepreneurs,and small
businesses. The Library will plan and host virtual workforce event(s)using the Grow with Google resources provided. The Library plans to use the
funds to purchase equipment and materials needed to support its virtual workforce development program(s).
The Library will submit an after-program recap back to ALA about the services provided and supporting metrics. Recap responses will be
reviewed by ALA for the opportunity to receive the additional$3,000.00 award based on best practices.
The Google Company is providing the funds to ALA for this program. This is a reimbursement grant with no requirement for cost sharing,matching
funds,or cost participation. The grant will not include payment for employee salaries or benefits,therefore indirect costs are not applicable.
A Form 1295 is not required because:This M&C does not request approval of a contract with a business entity.
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance,funds
will be available in the current operating budget,as appropriated,of the Grants Operating Other Fund. The Library Department is responsible for
requesting all reimbursements and the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. Prior to expenditures being incurred,the Library Department
has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds.This is a reimbursement grant.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Dana Burghdoff 8018
Originating_Business Unit Head: Manya Shorr 7706
Additional Information Contact: Marilyn Marvin 7708