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Nonprofit Chamber of Service Contract Renewal with Sedgwick County.
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Recommended Action: Approve the contract and authorize the Chairman to sign.
Background: The Nonprofit Chamber of Service of Sedgwick County provides support to area nonprofits to improve their organizational capacity. Sedgwick County was instrumental in establishing the Nonprofit Chamber of Service and continues to be a strong supporter. Sedgwick County partners with many nonprofits to deliver important services to citizens and this contract is one way Sedgwick County works to ensure these organizations have the resources they need to be successful.
As part of their work to support local nonprofits, the Chamber hosts regular workshops and classes for nonprofit agency executives, volunteers, and board members. These learning opportunities focus on various topics impacting nonprofit agencies and their ability to operate and serve the community successfully.
This agreement is a renewal. Sedgwick County has contracted with the Chamber of Service since the organization's inception. The only change to this year's agreement is the lowering of the total compensation cap by $10,000.00 for 2013.
Alternatives: The Nonprofit Chamber of Service assists many local nonprofit organizations in building their leadership skills and enabling them to provide better services to the community, and this grant from Sedgwick County helps the Chamber in its mission. Without this funding, it would be difficult for the Nonprofit Chamber to continue its work with these organizations.
Financial Considerations:
Cost: $20,000.00
Funding Source: 30001-202 Division of Human Services
Term: 01/01/13-12/31/13
Legal Considerations: The authority for this action is K.S.A. 19-101. A simple majority vote is required.
Policy Considerations: All Sedgwick County policies have been followed in the development of this renewal agreement.