Title
Conduct a Public Hearing to Consider/Discuss/Act on a Project Grant Application Submitted by Boys and Girls Club of Collin County (#18-02) in the Amount of $40,000.00 for Reimbursement of a Portion of Costs Incurred for Roof Repair at the McKinney Club
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: April 26, 2018
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
* Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County is requesting a grant in the amount of $40,000 for reimbursement of a portion of costs related to roof repair at the McKinney Club House.
* In 2005, the roof for the McKinney club was updated.
* In 2011, the roof began leaking and patches were applied over a period of seven years.
* In March 2018, functionality of the club was sacrificed as a result of roof leaks and water damage and work to replace the roof had to be immediately commenced.
* The cost for roof replacement totaled $106,052.35. BGCCC budget allowed for $66,052.35, $40,000 short of total project cost.
* In order to cover the immediate need, funds were reallocated from other program areas to cover the $40,000 shortfall.
* Approval of a grant, in the amount of $40,000 from MCDC, would allow replenishment of funds diverted from other program areas that were used for roof repair.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County has a 50-year history in North Texas.
* Strategically located in low-income neighborhoods, BGCCC provides a safe, positive environment during after-school hours.
* The BGCCC serves 3,050 members and works with other local nonprofit organizations to identify youth that are in need of assistance.
* The McKinney club serves 928 youth. 69% qualify for free/reduced lunch.
* Programs offered through the McKinney club in 2017 included education about healthy lifestyle habits, tools for academic success, qualities to build character and leadership skills and recreational activ...
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