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Officials say ex‑mayor signaled scholarship funds; commission to verify allocations with finance
Summary
Staff told commissioners that former Mayor Fajardo communicated a potential allocation to the commission's scholarship fund; staff will coordinate with finance and administrative services to confirm receipt and any council action needed to finalize the allocation.
Commissioners received an update that a potential funding allocation for the Education Commission's scholarship program was communicated by former Mayor Fajardo and that staff will verify and request proper allocation through finance.
A staff member reported that "before, mayor, ex mayor, Fajardo left, he, he communicated about the potential, of funds, extra funds that would go to the education commission that could be used for scholarships." Staff said the announcement was made in an official meeting and pledged to work with the finance department and the administrative services director to ensure any funds are placed in the correct budget account. The staff member added that final allocation on an ongoing basis would likely require city council action.
Commissioners expressed appreciation for the potential support for legacy scholarships and asked staff to report back when the funds have been verified and allocated. No formal action was taken at the meeting; staff will return with documentation when available.
