Bill Type and Number: Ordinance 2007-76

 

Sponsor: The Council President at the request of the Mayor:

 

Date of Introduction: January 23, 2007

 

Committee(s) of Reference:  F; ECID; JWW

 

Date of Analysis: January 26, 2007

 

Type of Action: Appropriation

 

Bill Summary: This ordinance appropriates $28,200 from the Florida Department of Revenue, and $1,400 in in-kind support to purchase boater safety education materials for community distribution, as initiated by B.T. 07-077.  The bill provides that the funds be carried over to Fiscal Year 2007-2008.

 

Background Information: The local, City in-kind contribution will be in the form of boater safety instruction, given by JSO’s marine unit, at boat shows, fishing tournaments and other events that are likely to attract boaters and waterways users.

 

Policy Impact: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office/Jacksonville Waterways/Boating

 

Fiscal Impact: This bill appropriates $28,200 in State funds to the County and a local, in-kind contribution in the amount of $1,400.

 

Analyst: Jackson