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Large Neighborhood Grant Award RecommendationCopyrighted June 1, 2020 City of Dubuque Consent Items # 8. ITEM TITLE: Large Neighborhood Grant Award Recommendation SUMMARY: City Manager recommending approval of the recommendation from the Community Development Advisory Commission to fund seven grant applications from the Large Neighborhood Grant Program. SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve ATTACHMENTS: Description Neighborhood Grant Award Recommendation-MVM Memo FY 2020 Large Neighborhood Grant Award Recommendation Memo 2020 Large Neighborhood Grant Guidelines Large Neighborhood Grant 2020 Applications Type City Manager Memo Staff Memo Supporting Documentation Supporting Documentation Masterpiece on the Mississippi TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager SUBJECT: FY 2020 Large Neighborhood Grant Award Recommendation DATE: May 26, 2020 Dubuque bitil All-A.aia City 111111 2007.2012.2013 2017*2019 Neighborhood Development Specialist Jerelyn O'Connor recommends City Council approval of the recommendation of the Community Development Advisory Commission to fund the following seven grant applications from the Large Neighborhood Grant Program in a total amount of $15,600: Convivium Urban Farmstead $2,100 Kids Farm to Table Cooking Class Crescent Community Health Center $1,300 Biking to Crescent CHC Friends of St. Mary's dba Steeple Square Marita Theisen Childcare Center — expanded Fresh food access $2,500 Langworthy Neighborhood Association $3,000 Planters 2020 Multicultural Family Center $2,000 Community Beautification Project St. Mark Youth Enrichment $3,000 St. Mark Heroes Summer Academy Valley View Neighborhood Association $1,700 Spring Clean-up I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council approval. Mic ael C. Van Milligen MCVM:jh Attachment cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist Masterpiece an the Mississippi TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager FROM: Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist SUBJECT: FY 2020 Large Neighborhood Grant Award Recommendation DATE: May 28, 2020 Dubuque katil AII•AmericaCity 1 1 2007 Introduction The purpose of this memo is to present the recommendation of the Community Development Advisory Commission which reviewed the FY 20 Large Neighborhood Grants applications to the City Council for approval. Background The Large Neighborhood Grant Program is funded by the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. It is designed to support projects undertaken by neighborhood associations and other non-profit organizations to support the empowerment of residents to address needs and opportunities to make their neighborhoods more livable. It is intended to support neighborhood development and provide a direct benefit to low/moderate income individuals or neighborhoods. The Large Neighborhood Grant application period was opened in March. A grant workshop was scheduled for March 18 at the Carnegie Stout Library. Due to the closing of city facilities, the grant workshop was cancelled. The original application due date was April 13. Due to the challenges presented by the pandemic, the grant deadline was extended until May 15. Discussion The following applications were received and reviewed by a grant review committee made up of Community Development Advisory Commissioners and city staff. Convivium Urban Farmstead $2,100 Kids Farm to Table Cooking Class Crescent Community Health Center $1,300 Biking to Crescent CHC Friends of St. Mary's dba Steeple Square Marita Theisen Childcare Center — expanded Fresh food access $2,500 Langworthy Neighborhood Association $3,000 Planters 2020 Multicultural Family Center $2,000 Community Beautification Project St. Mark Youth Enrichment $3,000 St. Mark Heroes Summer Academy Valley View Neighborhood Association $1,700 Spring Clean-up Recommendation The grant review committee met on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 and recommended to the full Community Development Advisory Commission to approve the seven grant applications. The Commission voted unanimously on May 20, 2020 to approve the grant requests. Total grant requests are $15,600 and there is $16,100 available. The source of funding is the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Requested Action I respectfully request City Council approve the recommendations of the Community Development Advisory Commission regarding the FY 20 funding of the Large Neighborhood Grant Program. Encl. Grant Guidelines Grant applications CITY OF DUBUQUE NEIGHBORHOOD LARGE GRANT PROGRAM Purpose The Neighborhood Large Grant Program is designed to support projects undertaken by neighborhood associations and other non-profit organizations to support the empowerment of residents to address needs and opportunities to make their neighborhoods more livable. It is intended to support neighborhood development and provide a direct benefit to low/moderate income individuals or neighborhoods. Funding priorities Projects which: • identify and/or build upon neighborhood strengths and assets, • address needs of low -and -moderate income residents, • support neighborhood development and improve quality of life • Projects that support efforts to make Dubuque a more equitable and inclusive community. Overview • Neighborhood associations may apply. • Non-profit organizations who are proposing a neighborhood improvement project may apply with the expressed endorsement of the neighborhood association representing the area. • Only one application per neighborhood association per competition is allowed. • A neighborhood association may not endorse more than one application from another non-profit organization per competition. • Project must be located within CDBG areas or be targeted to low -and moderate -income persons. • Projects will be for no less than $1,000 and no more than $3,000 in grant funds. • Projects must complete any approval process required by other city departments in conjunction with this application. Contact the Neighborhood Development Specialist for assistance. The online application must be submitted by 12:00 noon on April 13, 2020 for review and approval at the April 15, 2020 Community Development Advisory Commission meeting. Access the online application at www.cityofdubuque.org/neighborhoods. To learn more about the grant program and guidelines, contact Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist, At 563-564-5635 or joconnor[a)cityofdubuque.org Eligible activities • costs related to the provision of Public Service as defined by CDBG regulations including, but not limited to, labor, supplies and materials; • Public Services activities include, but are not limited to job training, crime prevention and public safety, child care, education programs, services for senior citizens, recreational services. • acquisition or lease of real property; • acquisition, construction, reconstruction or rehabilitation and/or installation of public facilities and improvements; • removal of architectural barriers; • rehabilitation and preservation activities; and • planning and neighborhood studies. Ineligible activities • No religious or political activities can be supported with these funds. 1 • Equipment may not be purchased with these funds, unless necessary to the project. • Payments cannot be made directly to individuals. • Reimbursement is not allowed for costs incurred prior to grant approval, except costs relating to obtaining required city permits. • Generally, food and entertainment expenses are ineligible. Types of Projects • Extensive beautification efforts e.g., design, purchase elements (planters, benches) landscaping and streetscape improvements. • Technical assistance and workshops providing skills to neighbors or to the association • Conducting studies, cataloging neighborhood assets/strengths, or accessing a consultant for association development and planning activities. • Extensive clean-up projects. • Large communication projects e.g., writing a guide or manual or making copies for all neighbors. • Housing, rehabilitation, capital projects and public facility projects. Rating Criteria • To what level does the project meet one or more of the funding priorities? • Involvement of the Neighborhood • Impact of the project • Budget The Process • Determine if the project is in a CDBG area or will be of direct benefit to low -and -moderate income persons (see map and/or discuss with staff). • Begin the process for receiving approval from other City departments if needed. • Receive approval from the association during a regularly scheduled or special meeting (as outlined in your by-laws) through a motion. • Complete the application, obtain signatures, obtain attachments, make copies and submit on time. • Attend Community Development Advisory Commission meeting when grants are reviewed. 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JACOB N i' JOHN I - z IQUOKET4 TERRACE LY Legend 2011-2015 ACS CDBG Eligible Area Effective April 1, 2019 Large Neighborhood Grant 2020 Applicant - Neighborhood Association or Dubuque non-profit oganization Convivium Urban Farmstead Project Name Kids Farm -to -Table Cooking Classes Project Start Date 6/1/2020 Project End Date 12/15/2020 Organizational Mission Statement (briefly explain what your group does and why) Project Leader/Grant Contact Convivium Urban Farmstead's mission is to create community around food — growing, preparing, preserving, and of course, enjoying food. To us, creating community around food also means providing tools and education about healthy food choices to kids who are struggling with food access and the adverse health effects of a highly processed food diet. Natalie Roling Email natalie@convivium-dbq.com Phone Number 5635572900 Addressl 2811 Jackson St. City Dubuque State IA Zip 52001 Additional Contact Leslie Shalabi Email leslie@convivium-dbq.com Phone Number 5635572900 Please check the location(s) North End or service area(s) for your project Which one of the City Council's Goals does your Vibrant Community: Healthy & Safe project best address? Choose only one. Targeted Planning and Outreach 1. Please describe your project. Be as specific as possible and address each question. a. What is your project? b. Who will benefit from your project? c. How will you implement your project (include timeline, process and people)? 2a. Does your project address one or more of the funding priorities? Check all that apply. Ages under 18, Middle class/income, Working Class/Income Our project is a series of hands-on cooking classes for kids. Each class will be three hours long and offered to kids ages 8 to 12. The classes will provide exposure to real food and to how food grows. At the beginning of each class, kids will tour Convivium's neighborhood gardens and harvest ingredients to then use in the kitchen. The classes will provide knowledge of what healthy food looks like and the importance of making healthy choices. And they will also teach kids basic cooking skills to be able to prepare their own food using real ingredients. Our plan is to offer six classes, that can be signed up for individually, throughout the summer covering a variety of cooking topics. Class sizes (including instructors) will be 10 or fewer. This will not only help everyone stay safe and healthy, but also allow for ample hands-on time in the kitchen. Participants will sign up for these classes ahead of time and will be charged a minimal sign-up fee for classes to encourage attendance (classes will be $10 each and scholarship slots will also be offered). We will recruit kids from low to moderate - income households, with emphasis on North End residents. If summer classes are not possible due to COVID, our backup plan would be to use the funds to offer the classes as an afterschool program this fall in partnership with Fulton Elementary. (197) Ideally, classes will be scheduled for July and August, in the peak of the growing season. We will recruit and market the classes in May and June. Again, if this is not possible we will contact Fulton this summer to schedule fall classes. We have an existing relationship with teachers and administrators and have taught after -school cooking classes with students before. Address needs of low -and -moderate income residents, Support neighborhood development and improve quality of life 2b. Tell us how your project addresses each of the principle(s) checked to the left. 3. How will your project address diversity, equity and inclusion? Consider incorporating this lens into project planning, marketing, and execution. How have you engaged neighborhood residents in the planning of this project. Have any special efforts been made to reach those typically not engaged in neighborhood projects? (100 word maximum) 4. Statement of Impact. For example, describe changes in the neighborhood that will result in this project. What are expected results. What is the impact of the project? Discuss who will benefit from the proposed project and how they will benefit. Address needs of low and moderate income residents: Over 30% of North End residents live below the poverty line, 25-50% of households receive SNAP benefits, and North End residents are considered to have increased health risks, many of which are diet related. Our classes will target North End residents and children of low and moderate income families to help address these statistics. We believe that exposing kids to healthy food at a young age significantly increases the chance they will make healthier or more conscious food choices in the future. Support neighborhood development and improve quality of life: These cooking classes will provide exposure to healthy food and teach skills of how to prepare the food to kids at an age where they are starting to develop their palettes and make food choices more independently. This will improve the quality of life as kids will grow up with this knowledge and these skills, which will in turn have a positive, long-term impact on their health. Convivium strives to reach and make our programming available to all, especially those living in our immediate community. Statistics show that between 35-50% of North End residents are of minority decent whose median household income is nearly half of the city average. To make these hands- on kids cooking classes accessible to these low and moderate income families, we will offer them at an extremely reduced rate ($10 for three hours) and offer scholarship slots for all of the classes, so that even the money is not a barrier. If we use our backup plan, Fulton has an 85.7% free and reduced lunch population and many of the kids that attend live right here in the North End neighborhood. Ultimately, our ideal impact is that as a result of these cooking classes kids will make healthier food choices and request healthier food options within their home and their neighborhood. That being said, we recognize that long-term and behavioral change are difficult to measure. Because of this, our impact will be measured with the following three outcomes: (1) expose over 50 kids to at least one new vegetable, (2) teach over 50 kids at least one new cooking skill, and (3) ensure that over 50% of participants are low and moderate income and that over 30% are North End residents. We believe that teaching kids the knowledge of how to grow and prepare your own food is a tremendous step toward self- sufficiency and can go a long way toward reducing food insecurity and improving health statistics in the North End and Dubuque. (Section Break) 9. Budget: Show evidence of careful financial planning by completing the following proposed project budget. Only list expenses associated with your proposed project. List both request grant funds and other cash or in -kind resources. Each field must have a numerical value. You may enter '0' as a value. How much total money are $2100 you requesting? Maximum grant award is $3,000 Supplies & Materials Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Supplies/Materials Costs Marketing/printing Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Marketing Costs Personnel Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Personnel Costs Contractors Grant Funds Requested 500 600 1100 400 0 400 1200 500 1700 0 Cash or in -kind resources Total Contractor Costs Other Expenses Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Other Costs 0 0 0 360 360 TOTAL PROJECT EXPENSES Total Grant Funds Requested Total other cash or in -kind resources 2100 1460 Total Project Costs 3560 10. Other resources: What community assets will you contribute or use for this project? Please provide a description of the match you noted above. Examples could include financial match, individual volunteer hours, organization or association involvement, connection to a traditionally unengaged or marginalized population, donation of equipment or space, or collaboration with another event or initiative happening in the community. (150 word maximum) Please read and acknowledge assurances before proceeding. Match includes: facility rental space, kitchen supplies and equipment usage, time preparing class materials and set-up, time and costs associated with recruitment and registration. Assurances I hereby certify that, to the I agree best of my knowledge, all of the information contained in the application is true and correct. Thank you for completing this grant application. Once you submit this form, you will receive a confirmation email. The Community Development Advisory Commission will review applications at their April 15, 2020 meeting. You are encouraged to attend that meeting to present your project and answer any questions commissioners may have. Contact Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist, joconnor@cityofdubuque.org, 563-589-4326 with any questions. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Large Neighborhood Grant 2020 Applicant - Neighborhood Association or Dubuque non-profit oganization Crescent Community Health Center Project Name Biking to Crescent CHC Project Start Date 6/1/2020 Project End Date 9/4/2020 Organizational Mission Statement (briefly explain what your group does and why) Project Leader/Grant Contact Crescent Community Health Center provides high -quality, respectful, and affordable medical and dental care to improve the health and well-being of our community. Barb O'Hea Email bohea@crescentchc.org Phone Number 5636902432 Addressl 1690 Elm Street Suite 300 City Dubuque State Iowa Zip 52001 Additional Contact Field not completed. Email Field not completed. Phone Number Field not completed. Please check the location(s) City Wide or service area(s) for your project Which one of the City Council's Goals does your project best address? Choose only one. Connected Community: Equitable Transportation, Technology, Infrastructure and Mobility Targeted Planning and Outreach 1. Please describe your project. Be as specific as possible and address each question. a. What is your project? b. Who will benefit from your project? c. How will you implement your project (include timeline, process and people)? 2a. Does your project address one or more of the funding priorities? Check all that apply. 2b. Tell us how your project addresses each of the principle(s) checked to the left. 3. How will your project address diversity, equity and inclusion? Consider incorporating this lens into project planning, marketing, and execution. How have Our process was non -targeted a) Crescent Community Health Center relocated to 1690 Elm Street in November 2019. With this move we no longer have a bike rack available for our patients and staff who choose or have no other transportation options. Our project is to purchase and install a bike rack. b) The bike rack will remove barriers and promote a healthy alternative for Crescent patients who rely on bicycles for transportation. In addition, everyone will benefit from the project as this is not limited to patients and staff at Crescent, but to the entire community as it will be installed in a visible location and close to the newly constructed bee branch bike trail. c) Once installed, a bicycle rack is a self-service option that provides a safe and potentially secure place to store their bike (with bicycle owner's using their own locking devices). The request is for $1,300, $500 for the cost of a 5Grid Bike Rack and $800 for the cemet pad and istallation. Identify and/or build upon neighborhood strengths and assets, Address needs of low -and -moderate income residents, Support neighborhood development and improve quality of life , Supports efforts to make Dubuque a more equitable and inclusive community Crescent's mission is to improve the health and well-being of the community. In many cases it is about removing barriers such as transportation and encouraging wellness activities. Having a safe and secure bike rack may encourage many of our neighbors, mostly low to moderate income to look at biking as a way not only to enjoy a little excercise, but also see it as a great alternative to transportation. Biking is something that can be enjoyed by all and with the increased investments in downtown Dubuque for safe trails we can only hope for an increase in downtown biking, Crescent Community Health Center is located in the heart of downtown and easily accessed from adjacent lower income neighborhoods including the point, south end, hill/college, and north end areas. Crescent has extensive community outreach as the majority of the population we serve live and work in you engaged neighborhood residents in the planning of this project. Have any special efforts been made to reach those typically not engaged in neighborhood projects? (100 word maximum) 4. Statement of Impact. For example, describe changes in the neighborhood that will result in this project. What are expected results. What is the impact of the project? Discuss who will benefit from the proposed project and how they will benefit. these neighborhoods. Our staff works diligently to reduce barriers to their health care. A consistent barrier is transportation. Many of the patients at Crescent are low income and live in the neighborhood where the clinic is located. Many do not own a vehicle besides a bicycle or there is only one vehicle per household, making transportation available based on household priority. In addition, because of COVID-19, we anticipate an increase in patients bicycling to Crescent as many of our patients who previously depended on public transportation may look to alternative modes like biking. Without a rack to lock their bikes to along with a designated secure area, they may miss appointments due to the risk of bicycle theft. Prior to our move, the bike rack at our previous location was used on a regular basis, both by our patients and the residents at Washington Square apartments. Additionally, we anticipate an increased use of the rack due to proximity to the bike trails connecting on 16th Street. This project will benefit Crescent patients, staff, and will have city- wide impact and use. (Section Break) 9. Budget: Show evidence of careful financial planning by completing the following proposed project budget. Only list expenses associated with your proposed project. List both request grant funds and other cash or in -kind resources. Each field must have a numerical value. You may enter '0' as a value. How much total money are you requesting? Maximum grant award is $3,000 Supplies & Materials Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources $1,300 $500.00 Total Supplies/Materials Costs Marketing/printing Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Marketing Costs Personnel Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Personnel Costs Contractors Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Contractor Costs Other Expenses Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Other Costs $500.00 0 0 0 0 0 0 $800 0 $800 Field not completed. Field not completed. Field not completed. TOTAL PROJECT EXPENSES Total Grant Funds Requested Total other cash or in -kind resources $1,300 0 Total Project Costs $1,300 10. Other resources: What community assets will you contribute or use for this Crescent Community Health Center has not indicated a financial match but is committed to the continued maintenance project? Please provide a description of the match you noted above. Examples could include financial match, individual volunteer hours, organization or association involvement, connection to a traditionally unengaged or marginalized population, donation of equipment or space, or collaboration with another event or initiative happening in the community. (150 word maximum) Please read and acknowledge assurances before proceeding. on the bike rack and to make sure that it is in a lighted, safe, and secure location. Assurances I hereby certify that, to the I agree best of my knowledge, all of the information contained in the application is true and correct. Thank you for completing this grant application. Once you submit this form, you will receive a confirmation email. The Community Development Advisory Commission will review applications at their April 15, 2020 meeting. You are encouraged to attend that meeting to present your project and answer any questions commissioners may have. Contact Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist, joconnor@cityofdubuque.org, 563-589-4326 with any questions. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Large Neighborhood Grant 2020 Applicant - Neighborhood Association or Dubuque non-profit oganization Project Name Project Start Date Project End Date Organizational Mission Statement (briefly explain what your group does and why) Project Leader/Grant Contact Email Phone Number Addressl City State Zip Additional Contact Email Phone Number Please check the location(s) or service area(s) for your project Which one of the City Council's Goals does your Friends of St. Mary's DBA Steeple Square Marita Thesien Childcare Center - expanded fresh food access 7/30/2020 9/30/2020 Steeple Square serves as a collaborative, inclusive center, providing an attractive hub for social life and community support while preserving its historic fabric and features. The campus is an agent for positive change and a catalyst for restoring lives and neighborhood empowerment. Ellen Goodmann Miller ellenm@gronen.com 563-542-6421 PO Box 3188 Dubuque IA 52004 Judy Wolf jewolf@mchsi.com 5635809884 Downtown Partnership for a Better Dubuque: Building our Community that is Viable and Equitable project best address? Choose only one. Targeted Planning and Outreach 1. Please describe your project. Be as specific as possible and address each question. a. What is your project? b. Who will benefit from your project? c. How will you implement your project (include timeline, process and people)? 2a. Does your project address one or more of the funding priorities? Check all that apply. 2b. Tell us how your project addresses each of the principle(s) checked to the left. 3. How will your project address diversity, equity and inclusion? Consider incorporating this lens into project planning, marketing, and execution. How have you engaged neighborhood residents in the planning of this project. Have any special efforts been made to reach those typically not engaged in neighborhood projects? (100 word maximum) Our process was non -targeted With support from the Large Neighborhood grant, Steeple Square will purchase a second refrigerator at the Marita Theisen Childcare Center in order to store fresh, healthy foods for our children. Our center prioritizes providing healthy, nutritious meals to the students we serve as one of many ways to give them a head start in these early years. Because our center continues to grow, this additional refrigerator is a simple but high -impact way to meet the needs of our community's children on a daily basis. If awarded funding, up to 68 children will benefit from this increased capacity. Approximately 70% of the children served by the Marita Theisen Childcare Center are low-income. We know that fresh and healthy food is a key building block of success and healthy immune systems. Address needs of low -and -moderate income residents, Support neighborhood development and improve quality of life The Marita Theisen Childcare Center serves 70% low-income families, many from the surrounding neighborhood. By increasing our access to store and serve fresh, perishable foods, we will improve quality of life of the children we serve. The project will serve every student/family that is part of the Marita Theisen Childcare Center at Steeple Square. 4. Statement of Impact. For example, describe changes in the neighborhood that will result in this project. What are expected results. What is the impact of the project? Discuss who will benefit from the proposed project and how they will benefit. This project will immediately make impact by increasing the healthy foods that our children have access to at Marita Theisen Childcare center. Additionally, with increased refrigeration capacity, we look to the future to cultivate partnerships with local foods organizations in order to increase impact within the neighborhood and our families through partnerships that could include cooking classes, community gardening and more. (Section Break) 9. Budget: Show evidence of careful financial planning by completing the following proposed project budget. Only list expenses associated with your proposed project. List both request grant funds and other cash or in -kind resources. Each field must have a numerical value. You may enter '0' as a value. How much total money are you requesting? Maximum grant award is $3,000 Supplies & Materials Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Supplies/Materials Costs Marketing/printing Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Marketing Costs Personnel Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Personnel Costs 2500 2500 0 2750 0 0 0 Contractors Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Contractor Costs Other Expenses Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Other Costs 0 250 250 0 0 0 TOTAL PROJECT EXPENSES Total Grant Funds Requested Total other cash or in -kind resources 2500 250 Total Project Costs 2750 10. Other resources: What community assets will you contribute or use for this project? Please provide a description of the match you noted above. Examples could include financial match, individual volunteer hours, organization or association involvement, connection to a traditionally unengaged or marginalized population, donation of equipment or space, or collaboration with another event or initiative happening in the community. (150 word maximum) Our team will access volunteers to install the appliance. Please read and acknowledge assurances before proceeding. Assurances I hereby certify that, to the I agree best of my knowledge, all of the information contained in the application is true and correct. Thank you for completing this grant application. Once you submit this form, you will receive a confirmation email. The Community Development Advisory Commission will review applications at their April 15, 2020 meeting. You are encouraged to attend that meeting to present your project and answer any questions commissioners may have. Contact Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist, joconnor@cityofdubuque.org, 563-589-4326 with any questions. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Large Neighborhood Grant 2020 Applicant - Neighborhood Association or Dubuque non-profit oganization Project Name Project Start Date Project End Date Organizational Mission Statement (briefly explain what your group does and why) Project Leader/Grant Contact Email Phone Number Addressl City State Zip Additional Contact Email Phone Number Langworthy Neighborhood Association Planters 2020 6/19/2020 6/26/2020 The Langworthy Neighborhood Association property owners and tenants that live in the of the neighborhood. We gather throughout the physical aspect of the neighborhood as Terry Mozena TerryMozena@_gmail.com 563-542-2866 1036 W 3rd Street Dubuque Iowa 52001 David Klavitter klavitter@gmail.com 563-580-5838 Please check the location(s) Other or service area(s) for your project Which one of the City Council's Goals does your project best address? Choose only one. is a group of defined boundaries the year to improve well as the livability. Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Places to Live Targeted Planning and Outreach 1. Please describe your project. Be as specific as possible and address each question. a. What is your project? b. Who will benefit from your project? c. How will you implement your project (include timeline, process and people)? 2a. Does your project address one or more of the funding priorities? Check all that apply. 2b. Tell us how your project addresses each of the principle(s) checked to the left. 3. How will your project address diversity, equity and inclusion? Consider incorporating this lens into project planning, marketing, and execution. How have you engaged neighborhood residents in the planning of this project. Have any special efforts been made to reach those typically not engaged in neighborhood projects? (100 word maximum) 4. Statement of Impact. For example, describe changes in the neighborhood that will result in this project. What are expected results. Our process was non -targeted To purchase and install flower planters throughout the neighborhood. Many years ago we placed approx 70 planters near the streets in front of neighbors houses. Each neighbor is responsible for planting and maintaining the pot. Not all neighbors wanted a pot in front of their home at that time. Some of those folks have moved or changed their mind and now want to be part of having a planter. Identify and/or build upon neighborhood strengths and assets, Address needs of low -and -moderate income residents, Support neighborhood development and improve quality of life The flower pots have brought our neighborhood together, some folks even have contests on how beautiful they can make their planters look. It brings a common bond to the area. Low and moderate income individuals may not be able to afford a planter and this grant would help take that burden off them. The beauty of the planters improves the quality of life for the residence by building a sense of pride. All neighbors would be included to help put the pots out and plant them. Some neighbors are elderly or unable to care for their pots, so we have developed an adoption program where a neighbor will take care of the pot and keep it beautiful. These flower pots and given us a sense of identity. When I tell folks where I live they mention all the flower pots that we have in our neighborhood, and this grant will allow us to fill in the empty spots, giving those folks a sense of belonging. What is the impact of the project? Discuss who will benefit from the proposed project and how they will benefit. (Section Break) 9. Budget: Show evidence of careful financial planning by completing the following proposed project budget. Only list expenses associated with your proposed project. List both request grant funds and other cash or in -kind resources. Each field must have a numerical value. You may enter '0' as a value. How much total money are you requesting? Maximum grant award is $3,000 Supplies & Materials Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Supplies/Materials Costs Marketing/printing Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Marketing Costs Personnel Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Personnel Costs Contractors Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources 3,000 3,000 500 3500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total Contractor Costs Other Expenses Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Other Costs 0 Field not completed. Field not completed. Field not completed. TOTAL PROJECT EXPENSES Total Grant Funds Requested Total other cash or in -kind resources Total Project Costs 10. Other resources: What community assets will you contribute or use for this project? Please provide a description of the match you noted above. Examples could include financial match, individual volunteer hours, organization or association involvement, connection to a traditionally unengaged or marginalized population, donation of equipment or space, or collaboration with another event or initiative happening in the community. (150 word maximum) Please read and acknowledge assurances before proceeding. 3000 500 3500 The neighborhood will pickup the pots, deliver the pots to the desired location, dig to level the pots, pay and fill up the pots with soil, pay for flowers to get the pots started...Volunteers hours estimated at approx. 12 hours. request is for 25 pots are approx 120.00/each Assurances I hereby certify that, to the I agree best of my knowledge, all of the information contained in the application is true and correct. Thank you for completing this grant application. Once you submit this form, you will receive a confirmation email. The Community Development Advisory Commission will review applications at their April 15, 2020 meeting. You are encouraged to attend that meeting to present your project and answer any questions commissioners may have. Contact Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist, joconnor@cityofdubuque.org, 563-589-4326 with any questions. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Large Neighborhood Grant 2020 Applicant - Neighborhood Association or Dubuque non-profit oganization Multicultural Family Center Project Name Community Beautification Project Project Start Date 8/3/2020 Project End Date 12/31/2020 Organizational Mission Statement (briefly explain what your group does and why) Project Leader/Grant Contact The Multicultural Family Center empowers all families and community members of Dubuque to reach their potential and build unity through diversity, equity, and inclusion Jacqueline Hunter Email jhunter©cityofdubuque.org Phone Number (563) 213-2879 Addressl 1157 Central Avenue City Dubuque State IA Zip 52001 Additional Contact Sarah Peterson Email spetersen@cityofdubuque.org Phone Number 5635823681 Please check the location(s) Downtown or service area(s) for your project Which one of the City Council's Goals does your project best address? Choose only one. Partnership for a Better Dubuque: Building our Community that is Viable and Equitable Targeted Planning and Outreach 1. Please describe your project. Be as specific as possible and address each question. a. What is your project? b. Who will benefit from your project? c. How will you implement your project (include timeline, process and people)? 2a. Does your project address one or more of the funding priorities? Check all that apply. 2b. Tell us how your project addresses each of the principle(s) checked to the left. 3. How will your project address diversity, equity Ages under 18, American Indian/Alaskan Native , Asian, Bi- Sexual, Black/African American , Gay, Heterosexual/Straight, Hispanic/Latinx, Lesbian, Multi -Racial, Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Trans or Transgender, Unemployed/Fixed Income, White/Caucasian, Working Class/Income Teen/Tween' Nights at the Multicultural Center is a year round program that provides an array of programs, activities and events that support the healthy growth and development of teens who primarily reside in the downtown community of Dubuque. Through various partnerships we are intentional in introducing young people to: arts and culture programming, educational and career opportunities, financial literacy training, team building activities and service - learning experiences that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our community. We are seeking financial support for our service -learning activities this year that will be focused on yard clean up and beautification for elderly community residents. Identify and/or build upon neighborhood strengths and assets, Address needs of low -and -moderate income residents, Support neighborhood development and improve quality of life , Supports efforts to make Dubuque a more equitable and inclusive community Priority 1 - The MFC works to connect our talented teens to community through service learning projects, such as our food pantry and community clean-up events. We have a youth advisory board. Their efforts are concentrated on addressing community needs and concerns, through a youth lens. Priority 2 - Our community service activities are designed to address the needs of the downtown community - food scarcity and beautification projects. Priority 3 - Every part of Dubuque is important and every area should be as beautiful as the next. We want to beautify homes in the downtown neighborhoods, particularly for low-income seniors who do not have the extra money to do so, . Priority 4 - Our mission is dedicated to creating more equitable and inclusive spaces in and outside of the MFC. We believe in building spaces outside of our brick and mortar building. Limited income families and families of color in Dubuque are far more likely to have limited resources and opportunities to and inclusion? Consider incorporating this lens into project planning, marketing, and execution. How have you engaged neighborhood residents in the planning of this project. Have any special efforts been made to reach those typically not engaged in neighborhood projects? (100 word maximum) 4. Statement of Impact. For example, describe changes in the neighborhood that will result in this project. What are expected results. What is the impact of the project? Discuss who will benefit from the proposed project and how they will benefit. participate in quality of life programming. Utilizing our many partners, we work to close the gap on opportunities and experiences for those families. With many of our programs geared towards youth, this year we created out TAB (Teen Advisory Board) to elicit the voice of youth in our community in the planning of programs. Since the COVID crisis, out teens (who we meet with virtually every week) have begun to see the impact to many of the most vulnerable members of our community. Our teens want to commit their efforts this year to our seniors. This will include assisting in our food pantry - which will be held monthly (not quarterly) and yard beautification projects for the elderly members of our community. The Multicultural Family Center believes every person has worth and something they can contribute to our community. We actively seek opportunities to give every person who enters our building a space to belong and a place to impact their community. Our primary focus is on youth because it holds true that they are our future residents, workers, and community contributors. We believe if we can create a sense of service and belonging when they are young, they will be more vested as adults. Our teen oriented programming (Teen Nights/Teen Advisory Board/Summer Teen Nights/Outdoor Education/Camping) are about building the child, the home, and the community. Our hope is that if our youth are participating in more efforts that are community -based but youth led, they will find value in "their story" and the importance of their role as a member of the Dubuque community. We also hope that it changes the narrative that so often associated with young people (not being engaged). Section Break) 9. Budget: Show evidence of careful financial planning by completing the following proposed project budget. Only list expenses associated with your proposed project. List both request grant funds and other cash or in -kind resources. Each field must have a numerical value. You may enter '0' as a value. How much total money are 2000 you requesting? Maximum grant award is $3,000 Supplies & Materials Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Supplies/Materials Costs Marketing/printing Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Marketing Costs Personnel Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Personnel Costs Contractors Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Contractor Costs Other Expenses Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Other Costs 2000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL PROJECT EXPENSES Total Grant Funds Requested Total other cash or in -kind resources 2000 0 Total Project Costs 2000 10. Other resources: What community assets will you contribute or use for this project? Please provide a description of the match you noted above. Examples could include financial match, individual volunteer hours, organization or association involvement, connection to a traditionally unengaged or marginalized population, donation of equipment or space, or collaboration with another event or initiative happening in the community. (150 word maximum) Please read and acknowledge assurances before proceeding. As this project was not part of our initial programming plans this year, there are no budgeted dollars. We are revising our summer program to meet what we feel are critical needs areas in our community. Our Board of Directors is committed to assisting with the food insecurity concerns that are present and will likely continue to grow in the coming months but cannot dedicate funds to our beautification efforts. Our goal is to work with our Neighborhood Associations to identify members of our community that would be interested in having our teens assist in yard clean-up. All work will be done by our staff, AmeriCorp members, participants and MFC volunteers. Assurances I hereby certify that, to the I agree best of my knowledge, all of the information contained in the application is true and correct. Thank you for completing this grant application. Once you submit this form, you will receive a confirmation email. The Community Development Advisory Commission will review applications at their April 15, 2020 meeting. You are encouraged to attend that meeting to present your project and answer any questions commissioners may have. Contact Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist, joconnor@cityofdubuque.org, 563-589-4326 with any questions. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Large Neighborhood Grant 2020 Applicant - Neighborhood Association or Dubuque non-profit oganization Project Name Project Start Date Project End Date Organizational Mission Statement (briefly explain what your group does and why) Project Leader/Grant Contact Email Phone Number Addressl City State Zip Additional Contact Email Phone Number Please check the location(s) or service area(s) for your project Which one of the City Council's Goals does your St. Mark Youth Enrichment St. Mark Heroes Summer Academy 6/29/2020 7/31/2020 St. Mark Youth Enrichment is a non-profit organization dedicated to our mission to provide innovative programs and services that cultivate educational and social -emotional growth of youth and families. Our mission is enacted through quality, before and after school and summer learning programs that serve more than 550 students in Dubuque county. Kaitlin Schmidt kschmidt@stmarkyouthenrichment.org 563-590-7551 1201 Locust St. Dubuque Iowa 52001 Dawn Cogan dcogan@stmarkyouthenrichment.orq 563-582-6211 Downtown Vibrant Community: Healthy & Safe project best address? Choose only one. Targeted Planning and Outreach 1. Please describe your project. Be as specific as possible and address each question. a. What is your project? b. Who will benefit from your project? c. How will you implement your project (include timeline, process and people)? Ages under 18, Middle class/income a) St. Mark is requesting funds to support teaching staff for the Heroes Summer Academy that fill Dubuque children's summer days with connection, fun, and learning. The Heroes Summer Academy provides a safe and engaging environment where students grow in academics & social emotional skills. b) The program will serve 100 students throughout Dubuque, primarily reaching students that attend the five, downtown, Title 1 schools where poverty is more concentrated; 67% qualify for free/reduced priced lunch, 26% of students identify as a race other than white, with many students having had adverse or traumatic experiences. c) The St. Mark Heroes Summer Academy will be held for five weeks, from June 29-July 31st, Monday -Friday from 8:30- 12:30. The program takes place in the St. Mark Center with additional space with partners and neighbors the Boys and Girls Club, St. John's Episcopal Church, and the Dubuque Museum of Art. The Boys & Girls Club also provides St. Mark's students a healthy breakfast, lunch and snack daily. Throughout the program, students are taught by certified educators and participate in interactive learning centers, engaging in student -driven academic enrichment choices that range from reading, arts, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math). St. Mark partners with more than 50 organizations enrichment experiences that bring learning to life. Social emotional learning is integrated into all activities. All staff are trained in St. Mark's model that promotes skills like identifying and regulating emotions, resolving conflict, and building trusting relationships. A parent last year shared in a survey, "We had a really rough end of the school year...and it was completely turned around over the summer by the patient teachers working with my kiddo." Additional note on COVID-19 impact: St. Mark has been coordinating with other partners on summer programming plans and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many 2a. Does your project address one or more of the funding priorities? Check all that apply. 2b. Tell us how your project addresses each of the principle(s) checked to the left. 3. How will your project address diversity, equity and inclusion? Consider incorporating this lens into project planning, marketing, and execution. How have you engaged neighborhood residents in the planning of this project. Have any special efforts been made partners are continuing plans to move forward with programming in July. St. Mark is actively working on policies and procedures to take every safety and health precaution possible, including screening measures for staff and students, additional sanitary procedures, etc. Structural changes to programming are being activated as well such as virtual enrichment/field trips and increased classroom spaces to lower class sizes. This will likely result in increased staffing costs to maintain appropriate ratios. Identify and/or build upon neighborhood strengths and assets, Address needs of low -and -moderate income residents, Support neighborhood development and improve quality of life , Supports efforts to make Dubuque a more equitable and inclusive community Collaboration with neighboring partners and coordinating programming leverages the Downtown neighborhood's strengths and assets. These partnerships include the Boys & Girls Club, St. John's Episcopal Church, the Mosaic Lodge, the Multi -Cultural Family Center, Leisure Services park programs, and many more partners throughout the community that provide enrichment activities. St. Mark addresses social, emotional, and cognitive needs of low -and -moderate income students and families served. Summer learning programs directly impact quality of life of those served and increases equitable access to close achievement gaps. According to the National Summer Learning Association, more than half of the achievement gap between lower- and higher -income youth can be explained by unequal access to summer learning opportunities including enrichment experiences. Research reveals that learning programs targeted to low-income students can help close the achievement gap. St. Mark reaches at -risk students and their families by targeting Title 1 schools with disproportionate numbers of students in poverty and students of color. St. Mark aims to reflect the diversity of the students we serve in the staff that are hired, books, curriculum, cultural enrichment activities, etc. Families are engaged to guide policies and practices to meet social, emotional, and cognitive needs by providing a safe environment with qualified, compassionate staff trained in best - practice social emotional practices. St. Mark also collaborates to reach those typically not engaged in neighborhood projects? (100 word maximum) 4. Statement of Impact. For example, describe changes in the neighborhood that will result in this project. What are expected results. What is the impact of the project? Discuss who will benefit from the proposed project and how they will benefit. in community initiatives efforts like Inclusive Dubuque, My Brothers Keeper, and the Campaign for Grade Level Reading. The large neighborhood grant funds will directly impact the lives of 100 students (K-5) in the Dubuque community. The primary objectives are to combat summer learning learning loss by having students increase/maintain reading proficiency and social emotional skills and also gain enriching learning experiences that are critical for future success. St. Mark expects outcomes similar to last year where 91 % of students maintained or improved in their literacy skills and 85% improved or maintained social emotional skills. Beyond literacy and social emotional outcomes St. Mark aims toward other objectives including: All enrolled students will build their home libraries with leveled reading books. All of the parents/caregivers will participate in summer program orientation to ensure effective communication of expectations and needs of students. Parents, teachers, and para-educators will note anecdotal positive changes in students' growth over the summer. (Section Break) 9. Budget: Show evidence of careful financial planning by completing the following proposed project budget. Only list expenses associated with your proposed project. List both request grant funds and other cash or in -kind resources. Each field must have a numerical value. You may enter '0' as a value. How much total money are you requesting? Maximum grant award is $3,000 Supplies & Materials Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Supplies/Materials Costs 3,000 0 32,785.10 32,785.10 Marketing/printing Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Marketing Costs Personnel Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Personnel Costs Contractors Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Contractor Costs Other Expenses Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Other Costs 0 5,070 5,070 3,000 101,171.64 104,171.64 0 6,500 6,500 0 10,305 10,305 TOTAL PROJECT EXPENSES Total Grant Funds Requested Total other cash or in -kind resources Total Project Costs 10. Other resources: What community assets will you contribute or use for this project? Please provide a description of the match you noted above. Examples 3,000 155,831.74 158,831.74 Other expenses includes administrative costs including building and grounds, insurance, utilities, etc., evaluation, professional development, and travel. The $3,000 request is for the teaching personnel that work could include financial match, individual volunteer hours, organization or association involvement, connection to a traditionally unengaged or marginalized population, donation of equipment or space, or collaboration with another event or initiative happening in the community. (150 word maximum) Please read and acknowledge assurances before proceeding. I hereby certify that, to the best of my knowledge, all of the information contained in the application is true and correct. directly with students and make an impact on their lives daily. $155,831.74 of other resources are made up of in -kind contributions, program fees, grants, and donations and fundraising efforts. The Boys and Girls Club provides all snacks and meals for the Dubuque program, estimated at a $27,000 value. St. Mark's summer program primarily serves low income families that receive full to partial scholarships, but a nominal tuition fee is charged for families who are able to pay, this is estimated to be $18,500. Currently secured grant funds total $15,000 (Prudential Financial, Sustainable Dubuque, Dollar General, and Iowa Women's Foundation). St. Marks general fundraising efforts and other general operating grant funds are anticipated to cover remaining costs. Assurances I agree Thank you for completing this grant application. Once you submit this form, you will receive a confirmation email. The Community Development Advisory Commission will review applications at their April 15, 2020 meeting. You are encouraged to attend that meeting to present your project and answer any questions commissioners may have. Contact Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist, joconnor c@i.cityofdubuque.org, 563-589-4326 with any questions. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Large Neighborhood Grant 2020 Applicant - Neighborhood Association or Dubuque non-profit oganization Valley View Neighborhood Association Project Name Spring Clean Up Project Start Date 5/27/2020 Project End Date 6/24/2020 Organizational Mission Statement (briefly explain what your group does and why) Project Leader/Grant Contact The main goals of our neighborhood is to increase the quality life of all members. Living in a safe, clean, well maintained neighborhood benefits everyone. The neighborhood beautification will increase property value and improve the appearance of properties by making resources available to those that may be unable to afford it. We also hope that Jenny Manders-Raney Email jlmanders@aol.com Phone Number 563-599-4243 Addressl 330 Olympic Heights Rd City Dubuque State Iowa Zip 52001 Additional Contact Carol Bertjens Email Field not completed. Phone Number 563-582-1906 Please check the location(s) Downtown or service area(s) for your project Which one of the City Council's Goals does your project best address? Choose only one. Targeted Planning and Outreach 1. Please describe your project. Be as specific as possible and address each question. a. What is your project? b. Who will benefit from your project? c. How will you implement your project (include timeline, process and people)? 2a. Does your project address one or more of the Livable Neighborhoods and Housing: Great Places to Live Our process was non -targeted The Valley View Spring Clean Up Weekend is an annual event to clean and beautify the neighborhood for the upcoming summer. Our neighborhood is very diverse with approximately 40 % home owners, 60% rental properties, with a few businesses sprinkled within our borders.. The clean up weekend allows neighbors to clean up the neighborhood after a long winter, but it allows the association to take a proactive approach in addressing issues that often arise during the summer, children playing in the street, loud nuisance complaints, street storage, garbage, etc. The event is an opportunity to get neighbors out and about, talking with each other. In the past we have had a picnic on Saturday afternoon so neighbors can visit and get to know each other. With the current situation, that may not happen this year. We are looking to have the clean up from June 10-13, 2020. Timeline: 1. End of May 2020: Officers meeting to plan the details of the Beautification project and divide up responsibilities. 2. End of May 2020: Call and order all supplies for the Project and establish delivery dates. 3. Early June 2020: Design and print flyers and distribute to neighborhood members. 4. Early June 2020: Schedule help for members that need it. 5. June 10-13, 2020: nClean up!!! July 6, 2019 Identify and/or build upon neighborhood strengths and assets, Address needs of low -and -moderate income residents, Support neighborhood development and improve quality of life funding priorities? Check all that apply. 2b. Tell us how your project addresses each of the principle(s) checked to the left. 3. How will your project address diversity, equity and inclusion? Consider incorporating this lens into project planning, marketing, and execution. How have you engaged neighborhood residents in the planning of this project. Have any special efforts been made to reach those typically not engaged in neighborhood projects? (100 word maximum) 4. Statement of Impact. For example, describe changes in the neighborhood that will result in this project. What are expected results. What is the impact of the project? Discuss who will benefit from the proposed project and how they will benefit. One of our neighborhood's greatest asset is our commitment as a community to provide a safe and friendly neighborhood. The Spring clean allows low and moderate income neighbors to be able to clean up their home and yards, taking pride in their homes. This interns leads to an improvement of the quality life for all neighbors of the association. Our neighborhood is home to several ethnic groups, to name a few; Caucasian, African Americans, Latino, and Pacific Islander. The clean up flyers that are distributed to neighbors prior to the clean encourages everyone to participate. We offer assistance to those with physical barriers. We also have a table with a variety of pamphlets with resources available from the city and local non profits, in a variety of languages. We hope that the Spring Clean Up with make the neighborhood cleaner and safer, which will give the neighbors a sense of pride in their neighborhood. There will be a variety of projects running simultaneously to provide residents a choice of which to participate in. It provides a means to do some improvement projects that many neighbors do not have the ability to do themselves. It provides a chance for neighbors to help neighbors who are less fortunate, thus creating new friendships. Creating new friendships helps strengthens our neighborhood, making them safer and a friendlier place to live. It may also establish a new opportunity for children, teaching them to respect their neighbors and their property. It provides an avenue for children to learn new tasks, such as gardening, with a variety of people all working towards a similar goal. Hopefully the project will serve as a springboard for new ideas of improvement to the neighborhood. (Section Breu,s1 9. Budget: Show evidence of careful financial planning by completing the following proposed project budget. Only list expenses associated with your proposed project. List both request grant funds and other cash or in -kind resources. Each field must have a numerical value. You may enter '0' as a value. How much total money are you requesting? Maximum grant award is $3,000 Supplies & Materials Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Supplies/Materials Costs Marketing/printing Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Marketing Costs Personnel Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Personnel Costs Contractors Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources Total Contractor Costs Other Expenses Grant Funds Requested Cash or in -kind resources 1700 1655 410 2065 45 0 45 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total Other Costs 0 TOTAL PROJECT EXPENSES Total Grant Funds Requested Total other cash or in -kind resources Total Project Costs 10. Other resources: What community assets will you contribute or use for this project? Please provide a description of the match you noted above. Examples could include financial match, individual volunteer hours, organization or association involvement, connection to a traditionally unengaged or marginalized population, donation of equipment or space, or collaboration with another event or initiative happening in the community. (150 word maximum) Please read and acknowledge assurances before proceeding. 1700 410 2110 The neighborhood association makes its owns organic weed killer and neighbors contribute to those ingredients. Association members provide all the set up materials, (tables, chairs, tools, etc.). Members provide all the volunteer hours, (creating the flyers, delivering them, set up and tear down for the clean up, etc). Assurances I hereby certify that, to the I agree best of my knowledge, all of the information contained in the application is true and correct. Thank you for completing this grant application. Once you submit this form, you will receive a confirmation email. The Community Development Advisory Commission will review applications at their April 15, 2020 meeting. You are encouraged to attend that meeting to present your project and answer any questions commissioners may have. Contact Jerelyn O'Connor, Neighborhood Development Specialist, ioconnor(a�cityofdubudue.orq, 563-589-4326 with any questions. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.