HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 26155-05-2023ORDINANCE NO. 26155-05-2023
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND
APPROPRIATIONS IN THE GRANTS OPERATING OTHER FUND, SUBJECT TO
RECEIPT OF THE GRANT, IN THE AMOUNT UP TO $20,000.00, FOR THE
PURPOSE OF FUNDING PURCHASING SUPPLIES TO SUPPORT THE FRESH
ACCESS 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 2022-2023 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 the grant, in the amount up to $20,000.00, for the purpose of
funding purchasing supplies to support the fresh access 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 25773-09-2022 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said prior ordinances and appropriations are hereby expressly repealed.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:
ALL
Nico Arias (May 11, 202316:22 CDT)
Assistant City Attorney
ADOPTED AND EFFECTIVE: May 9, 2023
CITY SECRETARY
Jannette S. Goodall
City Secretary
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Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 05/09/23 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 23-0351
LOG NAME: 80BLUEZONES
SUBJECT
(ALL) Authorize Acceptance of a Grant from Blue Zones Project/North Texas Health Communities in the Amount Up to $20,000.00 to Support the
Fresh Access Program at 20 Fort Worth Community and Athletic Centers and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize acceptance of a grant from Blue Zones Project/North Texas Health Communities in the amount up to $20,000.00 to support the
Fresh Access Program at 20 Fort Worth Community and Athletic Centers; and
2. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Other Fund, subject to
receipt of the grant, in the amount up to $20,000.00, for the purpose of purchasing supplies to support the program.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication is to authorize the acceptance of a grant from Blue Zones Project/North Texas Health
Communities, the nonprofit arm of Texas Health Resources, in the amount up to $20,000.00 to support the Fresh Access Program at Fort Worth
Community and Athletic Centers. Staff at Blue Zones reached out to indicate they wanted to provide mini -grants to support each location that
currently are Fresh Access partners. There was no application process since the request came directly from Blue Zones.
The Fresh Access Program is guided by evidence -based practices, and Blue Zones works to create an environment that supports health and well-
being. A critical component of this work is the focus on systems change to improve access to fresh food for all residents. Blue Zones has partnered
with over 34 schools and community organizations to distribute over 665,850 pounds of fruits and vegetables to communities in need and continue
support of both school and community gardens, local farms, and local businesses.
The goal of Fresh Access is to meet people where they are to offer access to fresh produce and nutrition resources to boost well-being. This is
accomplished by partnering with trusted organizations to offer fresh fruits and vegetables and resources to the community and emphasizing the
importance of community involvement to create healthier communities. In 2022, the Fresh Access program served over 21,000 people and
distributed over 131,000 pounds of produce.
The grant will be used to purchase supplies and other program support expenses. These may include supplies for packing and distributing
food, nutrition education, and storage.
The Fresh Access Program was first piloted in the summer of 2020 at 12 community center locations. Grant allocations will be distributed as
described below:
Location
Allocation
Andrew Doc Session Cornrnunity Center
$ 1,000.00
Chisholm Trail Community Center
$1,000.00
Como Community Center
$1,000.00
Diamond Hill Community Center
$1,000.00
Eugene McCray Community Center
$1,000.00
Fire Station Community Center
$1,000.00
Greenbriar Community Center
$1,000.00
Handley Meadowbrook Community Center
$1,000.00
HAWS Athletic Center
$1,000.00
Highland Hills Community Center
$1,000.00
Atatiana Carr -Jefferson Community Center at Hillside
$1,000.00
Martin Luther King Community Center
$1,000.00
North Tri-Ethnic Community Center
$1,000.00
Northside Community Center
$1,000.00
RD Evans Community Center
$1,000.00
Riverside Community Center
$1,000.00
Southwest Community Center
$1,000.00
Sycamore Community Center
$1,000.00
Thomas Place Community Center
$1,000.00
Victory Forest Community Center $1,000.00
This program serves ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
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, in the Grants Operating Other Fund. Park & Recreation (and
Financial Management Services) will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. Prior to expenditures being incurred,
Park & Recreation has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds. This is an advance funding grant.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Jesica L. McEachern 5804
Originating Business Unit Head: Dave Lewis 5717
Additional Information Contact: Kelli Pickard 5461