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Discussion of Community Partnership Program Administration and Potential In-House Services.
(Fiscal Impact: None at this time - Discussion Only)
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(Staff Contact: Joshua Watters)
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Summary Explanation/Background:
Discussion of the services currently provided by Strategic Philanthropy, Inc. (SPI) under the City's Community Partnership Program, including a comparison of current contracted costs and estimated costs of bringing these services in-house.
Origin of request for this action: Budget Office
Fiscal impact and source of funding: There is no fiscal impact associated with this discussion item. The FY 2027 Budget includes $71,000 in the Budget Office for the current contract with Strategic Philanthropy, Inc. The estimated annual cost of bringing these services in-house is $146,954, approximately $78,626 more than the current contracted arrangement. Should the City Commission direct staff to pursue in-house administration, additional funding would need to be appropriated.