TITLE
Recommendation to approve transfer of Sixth Council District one-time infrastructure funds from the Capital Projects Fund (CP) in the Public Works Department (PW) to the Parks, Recreation and Marine Department (PR) in the amount of $20,000; and increase appropriation in the General Fund (GF) in the Parks, Recreation and Marine Department (PR) by $20,000 to support the 29th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and Celebration rentals such as: tables, chairs, dance floor, stage, Health Pavilion, etc.
DISCUSSION
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and Celebration commemorates the courage, humility, and ultimate sacrifice of the historical civil rights activist. The parade honors Dr. King's life and dedication to service by showcasing schools, organizations and community groups that trive to keep his timeless values alive. This is a parade and celebration the community looks forward to every year as it attracts thousands of people from the Greater Long Beach area.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total appropriation increase of $20,000 in the Parks, Recreation & Marine Department is offset by atransfer of one-time infrastructure funds from the Capital Funds Project (CP) in the Public Works Department (PW).
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve recommendation.
Respectfully Submitted,
DEE ANDREWS
COUNCILMAN, SIXTH DISTRICT