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Jefferson County approves $30,000 grant to Step by Step Foundation for youth "Beyond the Game" program, 4-1
Summary
The Jefferson County Commission on Sept. 11 approved a $30,000 grant agreement with the Step by Step Foundation to fund its Beyond the Game program for county residents ages 14–21 after a debate over whether the program was limited to Birmingham City Schools. The measure passed 4–1 with Commissioner Scales dissenting.
The Jefferson County Commission voted 4–1 on Sept. 11 to authorize a $30,000 community grant agreement with the Step by Step Foundation to support the foundation’s Beyond the Game program, which the contract specifies will offer financial-literacy classes, career-readiness instruction and career training for 14- to 21-year-olds across Jefferson County. The motion was made by Commissioner Bowen and seconded by Commissioner Tyson; Commissioner Scales cast the lone opposing vote. Legal counsel…
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