HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRA-R-24-0045 Exhibit ADamian Pardo
Board Chair
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Omni
CRA
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Isiaa Jones
Executive Director
TO: Board Chair Damian Pardo and
Members of the CRA Board
FROM: Isiaa Jones
Executive Director
DATE: July 25t", 2024
SUBJECT: 4/5ths Bid Waiver
authorizing the to help underwrite the
Costs associated with the 1st Take Youth
Program located at Dorsey Library for job
skills training and employment opportunities
for the youth at 100 NW 17th Street
BACKGROUND
The Omni Community Redevelopment Agency ("Omni CRA") is responsible for executing
community redevelopment initiatives and projects within its designated area in accordance with
the 2019 CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan").
Located at Dorsey Library, 1st Take Youth Film Program operates withing the jurisdiction of the
Omni CRA. falls within the Omni CRA'sjurisdiction. This program plays a crucial role in preserving
the area's vibrant history through cultural and artistic initiatives, fostering job creation and
community connectivity.
The 2019 Redevelopment Plan emphasizes the importance of employment opportunities that
preserve and enrich the cultural fabric of the Omni CRA. This program aligns with the plan's
emphasis on arts, culture, history, media, and entertainment, encouraging opportunities for
development and employment within the community.
This proposal anticipates that the project will assist with community development, upward job
mobility and cultural art programs. This program presents an opportunity for a local government
entity to showcase a unique collaboration of empowerment initiatives and community youth
enrichment. This is a way in which the historic Dorsey Library not only revitalizes the space but
also cultivates young talent through hands-on filmmaking training enriching Overtown's cultural
heritage.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the aforementioned background, the need for job training, and employment
opportunities, it is recommended that the Board of Commissioners of the Omni Community
Redevelopment Agency adopt the attached resolution. This resolution, approved by a four -fifths
(4/5ths) affirmative vote, ratifies, confirms, and approves the Executive Director's finding that it is
most beneficial for the Omni CRA to provide funding for 1st Take Youth Film Program, supporting
job training, employment opportunities, youth enrichment and community connectivity.