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Commissioners back idea to host veterans breakfasts; manager to seek sponsors
Summary
During budget discussion, commissioners supported a proposal to host a veterans breakfast at City Hall (proposed monthly or quarterly), with the City Manager to seek sponsors and use contingency funds or a modest seed amount (suggested $5,000) if necessary.
Commissioner Mallozzi urged the commission to consider hosting a veterans breakfast at City Hall after attending a Davie event that drew about 104 veterans. He suggested starting quarterly and using community organizations and business sponsors to cover costs; he also proposed a modest seed amount to be included or covered by contingency.
Commissioners expressed support for the idea but stressed the need for budget numbers and a defined plan before committing regular funding. Commissioner Schroeder suggested starting with a quarterly schedule; the City Manager said he could pursue sponsors and, if necessary, use contingency funds and return to the commission for an amendment if costs grew. Suggestions included banner recognition for veterans and easier application thresholds to increase participation.
The idea was treated as a budget-direction discussion rather than a formal appropriation; the commission did not adopt a new budget line on the record but recorded support in principle and instructed the City Manager to explore logistics and sponsorships.
