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Council approves youth‑violence communications contract despite objections about non‑local prime contractor
Summary
Council voted to award a two‑year, council‑funded youth violence communications contract to Creative Marketing Resources (maximum $600,000 over two years), drawing objections from several members who urged stronger local participation; staff said the firm is MBE‑certified, registered in North Carolina and will use local staff and community partners, and that 18 proposals were received.
The City Council on Monday approved a contract to run a youth‑focused violence‑prevention communications and social‑norms campaign, despite objections from some members who said the selected prime contractor is headquartered outside Charlotte.
What passed: Council approved a two‑year contract with Creative Marketing Resources for a campaign to develop youth‑led messages and outreach tied to the city’s youth safety and workforce initiatives. Staff said the budget available from a council referral is up to $600,000 over two years; the typical annual allocation is $300,000.
Concerns from council: Several members — including Luana…
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