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DPYS 2023 Accepting $75,000 from Ohio Facilities Construction Commission Grant
Parks and Youth Services
Joe Fausnaugh (x3884)
Revised
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Authorizing the Mayor to accept a grant from the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission in the amount of $75,000 to support the installation of a loop trail and amphitheater stage at Danny Thomas Park; authorizing the deposit, appropriation and expenditure of $75,000 in the Capital Improvement Fund for the trail and amphitheater project; authorizing the Mayor to accept bids and award contracts for said project; and declaring an emergency.
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SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
The City of Toledo, Division of Parks and Recreation has been awarded $75,000 granted by the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission to support the installation of a barrier-free path and community performance stage at Danny Thomas Park. These funds will be matched by a $75,000 District Improvement Grant sponsored by Councilwoman Theresa Gadus. The purpose of the project is to create a venue for artists, performances, concerts, public gatherings, and outdoor educational classes for the Old South End neighborhood. The amphitheater structure will be connected to the community and the other recreational amenities at the park with a fully accessible trail.
The remaining funding required to complete the project has been allocated in CIP through Ordinance 139-23 Parks and Recreation Infrastructure Improvements. Work will be completed in the summer of 2024.
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NOW, THEREFORE, Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Toledo:
SECTION 1. That the Mayor is authorized to enter into a grant agreement and accept and deposit a grant from the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission in the amount of $75,000 into the Capital Improvement Fund Account Code 540G-40100-8GA8655STDSTD to support installation of a loop trail and amphitheater.
SECTION 2. That the appropriation of $75,000 is authorized from the unappropriated grant proceeds of...
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