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Palm Bay Municipal Foundation dissolves disaster-relief subcommittee, councilors say funds will remain with foundation
Summary
The Palm Bay Municipal Foundation’s disaster relief subcommittee was dissolved by a 5-0 vote after discussion about limited fundraising, where raised funds are spent, and freeing city staff time; the foundation will continue to exist.
Deputy Mayor Mike Jaffney and other members of the Palm Bay Municipal Foundation voted 5-0 to dissolve the foundation’s disaster-relief subcommittee on Jan. 1, 2025.
Members said they want funds raised under the foundation to be used locally and to reduce staff time spent supporting the subcommittee. The city manager reported the foundation’s balance and advised that the foundation itself — rather than a separate subcommittee — could handle local gifts and disbursements.
The discussion began when a board member suggested dissolving the subcommittee, arguing that the group struggled to raise funds and had sent money outside Palm Bay rather than addressing local needs. “I don't see the point of having a board. Number 1,…
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