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West Hollywood directs staff to design sports-and-clubs grant program after strong public support
Summary
The City Council voted to direct staff to develop a Sports & Clubs grant program to support volunteer-led local leagues and clubs, with an initial funding floor of $15,000 and council members signaling support to increase that amount up to $30,000 pending staff recommendations.
Council directed staff to develop a streamlined Sports & Clubs grant program after more than a dozen public commenters and several councilmembers said volunteer-led sports organizations provide vital community, health and economic benefits.
The item (F5) was introduced by Council member Byers as a modest, staff-administered pool to make small awards to qualifying clubs that meet eligibility rules. Public speakers representing the West Hollywood Soccer Club, the West Hollywood Run Club and other volunteer organizations told…
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