Number
231542
Version
SUBSTITUTE 1
Reference
191713, 210529, 220245, 191712, 220842, 220621, 221701, 230640, 231409
Sponsor
ALD. CHAMBERS
Title
Substitute resolution authorizing the expenditure of up to $50,000 from the MKE Community Excellence Fund Special Purpose Account for various events and initiatives in 2024.
Analysis
This resolution authorizes the City Clerk to expend up to $50,000 from the MKE Community Excellence Fund Special Purpose Account for various events and initiatives in 2024.
Body
Whereas, The purpose of the MKE Community Excellence Fund Special Purpose Account is to provide resources to support community events that promote peace and violence prevention with the intention that allocations from the SPA will be matched by contributions from local organizations; and
Whereas, The 2024 Adopted Budget provided $70,000 to the MKE Community Excellence Fund; and
Whereas, Bronzeville Week highlights the Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District, a City of Milwaukee redevelopment initiative inspired by Milwaukee’s original Bronzeville District of the early- to mid-1900’s; and
Whereas, The 21st-century Bronzeville initiative strives to revitalize an area of Milwaukee where African-American culture has been a mainstay and offers unique opportunities for residents and tourists to enjoy the best Milwaukee has to offer in entertainment, arts, and culture; and
Whereas, The Girls’ Day at City Hall initiative provides opportunities for young women of high school and middle school age to network with strong female role models in political leadership positions as well as careers in public service; and
Whereas, Girls’ Day includes speakers, panel discussions, and workshops in addition to opportunities for active engagement and involvement with several public service-oriented organizations and entities focused on young women and led by women; and
Whereas, Hip-Hop Week MKE is a local campaign inspired by the idea that hip-hop, through the le...
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