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Committee forwards bill requiring nonprofits to certify governance policies before county grants
Summary
Bill 156 would require nonprofits applying for county grant funds to certify under penalty of perjury that they maintain policies on audits, fiscal procedures, nepotism and conflicts of interest; committee forwarded the measure with a favorable recommendation (unanimous support reported).
Council member Inaba introduced Bill 156, saying the measure streamlines the county's grant-review process by requiring nonprofits to certify that they maintain internal policies on management, audits, fiscal procedures, nepotism and conflicts of interest rather than requiring staff to review bylaw documents for every application.
Inaba said the bill preserves staff oversight: the code retains a provision allowing the county to request additional documentation or take action if a material misrepresentation is discovered. Renee Chong, corporation counsel, explained that the provision in question relates to eligibility determination and the finance department's grant oversight role. Finance staff were present and indicated support for a streamlined process as they build a new grant-management system.
Council members voiced broad support, with several noting the importance of ensuring public funds are applied appropriately and suggesting minor amendments could be worked out. The committee voted to forward Bill 156 to full council with a favorable recommendation; the committee recorded nine votes in favor.
