Title
Policy C-RP03 - Community League Grant Funding
Proposed Motion
That the revised Policy C-RP03 Community League Grant Funding be approved, as presented.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
Expand the eligible expenses under the connectivity grant to better meet the needs of the Community Leagues
Summary
As the Information Technology needs of Community Leagues evolve to stay current, we are proposing expanding the addition of three categories to Schedule D - Connectivity Grant Stream.The proposed changes will have no impact on budget as it is funded by the current approved budget.
Community leagues are continuing to face financial challenges and one source is the ongoing demand of changing technology. Software models continue to shift from one time purchases to monthly cloud based subscriptions, meaning that a one time investment in a software program that would last 5 years has turned into monthly fees, or reverting back to paper and pen. The other challenge that Community Leagues are facing is data management and cybersecurity. The updated schedule will include the following:
1) Software Licenses and Subscriptions: Funding to purchase essential software tools and cloud based operating systems for accounting, data management etc
2) Training: Funding to enhance the skills of volunteers to ensure they are up to date to be able to operate efficiently and effectively
3) Website Development & Maintenance: Website hosting fees and funding to develop or maintain a website.
In addition to these changes additional clerical changes were completed updating the department name. In updating this policy we are ensuring that grant funding is being awarded to meet the current and future needs of Community Leagues.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications
Responsible Leadership: To strive for organizational excellence in delivering Council services and programs to residents, businesses, and community groups.
Financial Impact:
Cost: None
Source of Funding: Current approved budget