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Neg various agmts for FORTIFY contracts for periods between 04/20/26-01/31/27 and total NTE $176,142.37
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Resolution:
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be authorized to negotiate the following agreements during the period April 20, 2026 to January 31, 2027, with a total amount not to exceed $176,142.37;
* PR00008351 with CAPI USA for the installation of a community garden at their Immigration Opportunity Center in Brooklyn Center, not to exceed $62,134.37;
* PR00008346 with Congregations Caring for Creation for the implementation of tabletop heat exercises for local faith groups, not to exceed $25,000.00;
* PR00008344 with The Sanneh Foundation for the installation of an urban agriculture plot on a vacant plot in South Minneapolis, not to exceed $25,000.00;
* PR00008343 with Strong Mind Strong Body Foundation for the installation of a community garden at Ella Baker Elementary School, not to exceed $39,000.00;
* PR00008345 with Zone for Integrated Resources and Alliances with Nature for the installation of a community garden, not to exceed $24,999.00;
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that following review and approval by the County Attorney's Office, the County Administrator be authorized to sign the agreements on behalf of the county; and that the Controller be authorized to disburse funds as directed.
Background:
The FORTIFY program provides funding to organizations to support tangible projects that build climate resiliency within their communities, contributing to countywide climate targets.
Eligible organizations include:
* Community-based organizations;
* neighborhood associations; and
* non-for-profit organizations.
The county released a request for proposals in January 2026. A total of 37 applications were received. A total of 5 awards were recommended, for a total amount of $176,142.37.
Current Request:
This request is to authorize the County Administrator to negotiate five FORTIFY agreements during the ...
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