HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5490-10-2021A Resolution
NO. 5490-10-2021
AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR
DEFENSE ECONOMIC ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE GRANT AND
COMMITTING $1.2 MILLION IN CITY MATCHING FUNDS
WHEREAS the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth (NASJRB) is
proposing to consolidate its Family Life Skill Center, College Campus Office and
classrooms open to students from the general public, Legal Services Center, and Navy -
Marine Corps Relief Society to support Fort Worth's military families, residents, and
veterans; and
WHEREAS the consolidation will better service Fort Worth's military families, residents, and
veterans by providing improved space for programs that enhance the quality of life, family resiliency, and
educational opportunities; and
WHEREAS NASJRB has identified a 17,000 square foot vacant structure on base to
renovate for the combined services at an estimated cost of $5.9 million; and
WHEREAS the City of Fort Worth (City) is a defense community as defined in Texas
Local Government Code 397.001 and is eligible to apply for the Defense Economic
Assistance Adjustment Grant (DEAAG) through the Office of the Governor, Texas Military
Preparedness Commission; and
WHEREAS NASJRB has requested that the City apply for the DEAAG in the amount
of $1.7 million to be matched by $3.0 million in Department of Defense funds and $1.2
million in City funds for the renovation of the Service Building; and
WHEREAS the provision of family life and education services for Fort Worth
residents and veterans is a valid public purpose for the use of City funds; and
WHEREAS the City desires to partner with NASJRB in the renovations of the
Service Building as a military -friendly community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS, THAT:
The City Manager is authorized to apply for DEAAG for the renovation of the
Service Building in the amount of $1.7 million and to commit a local match of $1.2 million
in City funds, to be matched by $3.0 million in Department of Defense funds.
Adopted this 19th day of October 2021.
ATTEST:
By:
Ronald P. Gonzales, Acting City Secretary