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October 29, 2012
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Michelle Spence -Jones Date: October 19, 2012 File: 12-01235
and Members of the CRA Board
From: Clarence E. Woods, IIIPi)
References:
Executive Director
Subject: Resolution Authorizing Issuance of a Grant to
Suited for Success, Inc. for Training and
Professional Attire to Job -Seekers from the
Redevelopment Area.
Enclosures: Supporting Documentation; Legislation
BACKGROUND:
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners of the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community
Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") approve and adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the issuance of a grant,
in an amount not to exceed $50,000, to Suited for Success, Inc. ("SFS") to underwrite costs associated with
providing training and free professional attire to job seekers from the Redevelopment Area.
As a non-profit organization, SFS offers career guidance, technology skills trainings, and job -search support for
at -risk individuals who are actively searching for employment. SFS has requested assistance to from the CRA
to continue its efforts towards helping individuals obtain gainful employment.
JUSTIFICATION:
The 2009 Southeast Overtown/Park West Redevelopment Plan lists, the "create[on of] jobs within the
community" as a stated redevelopment goal. Said Plan also lists "improving the quality of life for residents," as a
stated redevelopment goal.
This Resolution carries out these objectives by connecting job seekers within the Redevelopment Area with
resources that may serve to assist in obtaining gainful employment.
FUNDING:
Funds to be allocated from SEOPW Tax Increment Fund, "Other Grants and Aids," Account Code No.
10050.920101.883000.0000.00000.