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Consider approving Council Policy 04-06: Annual Allocation for PROPEL Funding.
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INITIATOR: Mayor Stan Booker
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Cynthia Williams, Internal Auditor and Grant Coordinator; Rebecca Johnson, Finance Director
BACKGROUND: On February 11, 2020, the citizens of Lawton approved by a vote of the people the PROPEL 2019 initiative, a strategic funding plan designed to improve the community through a variety of projects and programs funded by a 2.125% sales tax. Resolution 2019-116, adopted by the Lawton City Council on November 26, 2019, was the original resolution of intent outlining the specific allocations of the anticipated revenues from this sales tax. Section C-6 of the resolution focused on Youth Programs, stating that the City would allocate funds to support programs aimed at developing life and career-enhancing skills for the youth of Lawton while helping them avoid involvement in the criminal justice system. The resolution projected an expenditure of six million dollars ($6,000,000.00) for these programs over the life of the funding. Although Resolution 2019-116 has been amended since its adoption, the portion of funding allocated to Youth Programs has remained unchanged.
As part of the City’s commitment to these goals, this policy outlines the annual funding allocations for Marie Detty Youth & Family Services ($100,000.00) and Lawton Public Schools (LPS) ($75,000.00) to continue delivering impactful youth services and educational opportunities. These allocations were key components of the promises made to Lawton citizens during the PROPEL 2019 campaign and will be considered annually until the funding expires in 2034.
EXHIBIT: Council Policy 04-06: Annual Allocation for PROPEL Funding
KEY ISSUES: N/A
FUNDING SOURCE: PROPEL 2019 Funding, Youth Programs Account
STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Council Policy 04-06: Annual Allocation for PROPEL Funding.