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Commissioner asks that Girl Scout property funds be released only after signed agreements

City Commission of the City of South Miami · September 17, 2024
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Summary

A commissioner requested that the $250,000 allocation for Girl Scout property improvements be released only after the city finalizes agreements with the Girl Scouts describing future land use; staff acknowledged the condition and said the funding description was updated in the budget.

During discussion of the FY25 budget the commission noted an allocation described as $250,000 for the Girl Scout property to cover invasive-plant removal, landscaping and parking improvements. A commissioner asked that any funds be released only after agreements with the Girl Scouts detail how the land will be used going forward; the manager acknowledged that condition and staff said the change in the budget description was made to reflect the intended use.

Commissioner (on record): "I just want noted that I appreciate very much that the change was made and that when we are going to be releasing funds, it will be based on agreements with the Girl Scouts on how the land will be used going forward." Staff confirmed that the budget description was updated and that funds will be released consistent with any agreement or conditions the commission requires.

The commission accepted the clarification and the FY25 budget as amended.