Title
Resolution to Amend the FY 2022 Council Approved Budget to Accept and Appropriate a $5,000.00 Gift from Tyla Matteson to be used by the City of Hampton's Department of Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services to Fund Maintenance and Enhancement of the Matteson Trail and Shelter Pursuant to City Code § 2-134
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
In honor of her mother, Tess Matteson, Tyla Matteson is donating funds to the Department of Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services to support maintenance and further enhancement of the Matteson Trail and Shelter. In FY 2021, Ms. Matteson donated $10,000 to fund the construction of a walkway from the parking lot to the Shelter, located between the Hampton Police Division building and the Hamptons Golf Course clubhouse, and for landscaping around the Shelter. Council accepted and appropriated that donation on September 23, 2020.
Discussion:
Tyla Matteson is donating $5,000.00 to the Department of Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services in FY 2022 to support the maintenance and further enhancement of the Matteson Trail. Ms. Matteson's mother, Tess Matteson, a resident of Hampton, was instrumental in the development of the Trail and this gift is made in her honor. Ms. Matteson has also pledged to donate an additional $5,000.00 in FY 2023 to support additional maintenance and enhancement of the Matteson Trail and Shelter.
Impact:
The financial impact increases the City Budget by the $5,000.00 donation. This gift relates to City Council's Strategic Priorities by generating resources to create vibrant and authentic places for the community that reflect and celebrate culture, history and character. The direct impact of the donation is that it will support the maintenance and enhancement of the Matteson Trail and Shelter, making it more accessible and attractive for use by the citizens of the City of Hampton.
Recommendation:
Rec
Approve
Body
WHEREAS, Tyla Matteson previously donated $10,000 to...
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