Preconsidered Res. No. 1438
Resolution approving the new designation and changes in the designation of certain organizations to receive funding in the Expense Budget.
By Council Members Recchia, Koslowitz, Palma and Wills
Whereas, On June 28, 2012 the Council of the City of New York (the "City Council") adopted the expense budget for fiscal year 2013 with various programs and initiatives (the "Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget"); and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new designation and changes in the designation of certain organizations receiving local, aging, and youth discretionary funding, and by approving the new designation and changes in the designation of certain organizations to receive funding pursuant to certain initiatives in accordance therewith; and
Whereas, On June 29, 2011 the Council adopted the expense budget for fiscal year 2012 with various programs and initiatives (the "Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget"); and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget by approving the new designation and changes in the designation of a certain organization receiving aging discretionary funding in accordance with the 2012 Expense Budget; and
Whereas, On June 29, 2010 the Council of the City of New York (the "City Council") adopted the expense budget for fiscal year 2011 with various programs and initiatives (the "Fiscal 2011 Expense Budget"); and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2011 Expense Budget by approving the new designation and changes in the designation of a certain organization receiving youth discretionary funding in accordance with the 2011 Expense Budget; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A, an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $50,000 within the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, to read: "Funds will be used to sustain and expand its widely acclaimed Group Representation Unit. The Unit's staff provides critically needed legal support for a network of 15 full-time tenant organizers operating out of 6 community housing organizations. With increased resources we will be able to effect change in the communities we serve, drastically decreasing discriminatory housing practices and preserving as many affordable units as possible to ensure the continuing availability of this housing for low income individuals and families."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for The Maspeth Town Hall, an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $9,500 within the Department of Youth and Community Development. Funding for this organization will now be provided through the Department for the Aging and this Resolution amends the Description/Scope of Services to read "MTH offers a variety of energizing and stimulating classes for the 55 years and older. Our Gentle Chair Yoga classes will give our seniors the opportunity to exercise their minds and body, increase their strength, balance and concentration skills."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for Staten Island Economic Development Corporation, an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $80,000 within the Department of Small Business Services to read "$60,000 will be used to support the continuation of the South Shore Merchant Program (SSMP). The primary purpose of the SSMP is to enhance the commercial districts of Annadale, Eltingville Great Kills. $20,000 will be used to support the Annual Business Development Conference."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for St. Rosalia-Regina Pacis Neighborhood Improvement Association, Inc., an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $9,500 within the Department for the Aging, to read: "Funding will support NIA which offers assistance, referrals and informational services and sponsors special events/ social gatherings that include senior proms and senior picnics. Also, funding will support NIA staff visits to senior centers per schedule to support and enhance their activities assisting with social fitness activities and distribute informational materials that address relevant issues and promote healthy living."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for Research Foundation of the City University of New York, , Inc., an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget in the amount of $20,000 within the City University of New York, to read: "To bring a part-time attorney to the district office to assist people with immigration issues, such as adjustment of status, applying for citizenship and permanent residency, as well as other legal concerns."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for Dutch Kills Civic Association, an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $6,000 within the Department of Youth and Community Development, to read: "Our Association provides a Children's Summer Entertainment Series during the summer, which includes shows and concerts. Funds will also be used for general operating support for monthly meetings." ; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for The Department of Parks and Recreation, an agency receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $12,000, to read: "Funds will be used to hire 2 playground associates - 1 each for Brevoort and Lincoln Park Terrace playgrounds."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for Midwood Development Corporation, an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $14,641 within the Department of Youth and Community Development, to read: "Funds will be used to support "Project Sweep" supplemental cleaning in Bensonhurst."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for Horticultural Society Of New York, Inc., an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $10,000 within the Department of Youth and Community Development, to read: "Funds will be used to pay for expenses and supplies used for service and maintenance of green spaces in Council District #32."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation, an organization receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $75,000 within the Department of Small Business Services, to read: "To fund the efforts of the Coalition for the Improvement of Bedford Stuyvesant (CIBS) including workforce development, foreclosure intervention, housing and financial education."; and
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget by approving the new Description/Scope of Services for Chinese American Planning Council, Inc., an organization receiving youth discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget in the amount of $4,000 within the Department of Youth and Community Development, to read: "Supplement staff training, including CPR/First Aid as required by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and to cover school and art supplies for OST program at PS 20.";
Whereas, The City Council is hereby implementing and furthering the appropriations set forth in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget by approving the new EIN for the First Baptist Church of Corona NY, an organization receiving funding in the Fiscal Year 2010 Expense Budget adopted on June 19, 2009 to 11-2009943; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new Description/Scope of Services for certain organizations receiving local aging, and youth discretionary funding in the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new EIN for the First Baptist Church of Corona NY, an organization receiving funding in the Fiscal Year 2010 Expense Budget adopted on June 19, 2009 to 11-2009943; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation and changes in the designation of certain organizations receiving local discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 1; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation and changes in the designation of certain organizations receiving aging discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 2; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation and changes in the designation of a certain organization receiving youth discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 3; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the MWBE Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 4; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Community Consultants Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 5; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Housing Preservation Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 6; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Anti-Eviction and SRO Legal Service n Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 7; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Autism Awareness Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 8; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Children Under Five Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 9; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Geriatric Mental Health Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 10; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Coalition of Theaters of Color Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 11; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Anti-Gun Violence Initiative within the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 12; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Anti-Gun Violence Initiative within the Department of Youth and Community Development in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 13; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Anti-Gun Violence Initiative within the Department of Youth and Community Development in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 13; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Social Adult Day Care Programs Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 14; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of a certain organization receiving funding pursuant to the YMCA After-School Program Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 15; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Out of School Time Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 16; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation and changes in the designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Dropout Prevention and Intervention Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 17; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Senior Centers and Programs Restoration, as set forth in Chart 18; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Runaway and Homeless Youth PEG Restoration Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 19; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Immigrant Opportunities Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 20; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the DYCD Food Pantries Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2013 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 21; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Early Learn/Childcare Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 22; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of a certain organization receiving aging discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 23; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of certain organizations receiving funding pursuant to the Coalition of Theaters of Color Initiative in accordance with the Fiscal 2012 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 24; and be it further
Resolved, That the City Council approves the new designation of a certain organization receiving youth discretionary funding in accordance with the Fiscal 2011 Expense Budget, as set forth in Chart 25.