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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2019-013
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO THE SEWARD SENIOR
CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $75,000
WHEREAS, the City of Seward has supported the Seward Senior Center (SSC)
throughout the life of the organization; and
WHEREAS, the SSC provides services for seniors over the age of 60 offering essential
and unduplicated services; and
WHEREAS, the SSC uses supporting funds from the City to provide resources for our
Seward seniors including healthy meals, important programs and a variety of crucial services;
and
WHEREAS, Seward City Council approved the 2019 budget that includes a $75,000
contribution to the SSC; and
WHEREAS, on January 14, 2019, the City received the 2019 request from the SSC for
the budgeted contribution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The city manager is hereby authorized to pay the Seward Senior Center
$75,000.
Section 2. Funds for this contribution are contained within the 2019 budget, so no
additional appropriation is required.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this
11`h day of February, 2019.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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David Squires, M or
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2019-013
AYES: Towsley, McClure, Seese, Lane, Squires
NOES: None
ABSENT: Osenga, Horn
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
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Agenda Statement
February 11, 2019
Seward City Council
Jeff Bridges, Interim City Manag�
Authorizing payment in the am�� $75,000 to the Seward
Senior Center
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward has supported the Seward Senior Center throughout the life of the
organization and does so through a yearly contribution. During the 2018 and 2019 budget cycle,
the City Council reinforced their support when discussion about ending the contribution was
quickly rejected and added back into the biannual budget. On January 14 1\ the Finance Director
received a request from the Senior Center for the budgeted contribution.
The Senior Center plays a vital role in the City of Seward. Serving citizens over the age of 60
and providing them with food, important programs and a variety of crucial services. The Senior
Center relies on the City contribution funds to help accomplish their goals in maximizing their
efforts in aiding our senior community.
INTENT: Authorize the City Manager to pay the Seward Senior Center $75,000.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes
Comprehensive Plan (document source here):
1.2.2.6 Health Care -Continue to support the Seward Senior Center X
2.2. 7 Community Partnerships
Strategic Plan (document source here):
2.Recreation and Leisure XMaintain and enhance medical and social services
Develop an active marketing Campaign,., .) .Other (list):
No NIA
X
FISCAL NOTE: Funds for this contribution are contained within the 2019 budget, no additional
appropriation is required.
Approved by Finance: �±w ./b..u, 1�
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X------- --
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution 2019-__ authorizing the City Manager to pay
the Seward Senior Center $75,000.
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