TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager
TITLE: Approve the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement Between the City of North Port, Florida, and Awaken Outreach Center, Inc., for Space at the Community Education Center, Located at 4940 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, Florida, 34287.
Recommended Action
Approve the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement between the City of North Port, Florida, and Awaken Outreach Center, Inc., for space at the Community Education Center, located at 4940 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, Florida, 34287.
City Commission Options
Option 1: Approve the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement between the City of North Port, Florida, and Awaken Outreach Center, Inc., for space at the Community Education Center, located at 4940 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, Florida, 34287.
* Pros: Approval will maintain the City's partnership with Awaken Outreach Center, Inc., ensuring the continued provision of essential services to North Port residents.
* Cons: Approval may limit the City's flexibility to complete necessary repairs and maintenance at the Community Education Center, which could impact the facility's condition, safety, and long-term usability.
Option 2: Deny the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement between the City of North Port, Florida, and Awaken Outreach Center, Inc., for space at the Community Education Center, located at 4940 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, Florida, 34287.
* Pros: Denial will allow the City to prioritize and complete necessary repairs and maintenance at the Community Education Center, helping ensure the facility remains safe, functional, and compliant with applicable standards.
* Cons: Denial may disrupt services provided by Awaken Outreach Center, Inc., potentially reducing access to food and support resources for residents who rely on these services.
Background Information
Awaken Outreach Center, Inc. supports indi...
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