TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: Jason Yarborough, ICMA-CM, Interim City Manager
TITLE: Ordinance No. 2021-16 Amending the Non-District Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-21 by Transferring $127,151 from the General Fund Balance for Narramore Park Security, The First 1000 Days Mural Project and the North Port Special Election; Providing for Findings; Providing for Conflicts; Providing for Severability; and Providing an Effective Date.
Recommended Action
Approve Ordinance No. 2021-16 and move to second reading on February 23, 2021.
Recommended Action on Second Reading
Adopt Ordinance No, 2021-16.
Background Information
Narramore Park Security
Following a break-in incident at Narramore Softball on October 22, 2020, consensus was noted during the Commission Communications portion of the November 5, 2020 City Commission Special Meeting to "bring back the cost of additional security measures for the girls softball fields at Narramore Sports complex with a budget amendment if needed". This project was not funded within the FY20-21 budget. Quotes for equipment, installation and connection services have been received indicating that $20,611 will be required to provide coverage for the entire park.
Mural Project
During the City Commission Regular Meeting on December 8, 2020, the City Commission approved having Quality TV being the first location for mural art, utilizing Gulf Coast Foundation funds, accepting First 1000 Days artwork and approving up to $10,000 of City Art Funds to enlarge the mural. The mural will be painted on the large side wall of the Quality TV building located at 14212 Tamiami Trail in North Port. The City Commission also approved having a recognition ceremony for all participants when the mural is complete.
Special Election
The Special Election being held in March is for the election of a City Commissioner due to the vacancy created in December with the resignation of David Iannotti. The estimated cost from t...
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