Agenda Item # 1 and 5 Presentation and Meeting Date July 6...

Presentation andWork Session

Agenda Item # 1 and 5

Meeting Date July 6, 2015

Prepared By Sara Anne Daines HCD Director

Approved By Suzanne R. Ludlow City Manager

Discussion Item FY16 Community Grants Program Funding Recommendations

Background The Council is asked to consider the funding recommendations developed by the Grants Review Committee for the FY16 Community Grants Program. Established by Council action in 2014, the Community Grants Program provides funding support in three program areas: Cultural and S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Grants, Program and Operational Support Grants, and Capital Project Grants. The funding recommendations of the Grants Review Committee, listed below, will be presented by Gary Cardillo, Lesley Perry and Pamela Coffey.

Capital Project Grant Recommendations

Historic Takoma / Takoma Community Radio $ 11,000

Montgomery Housing Partnership $ 11,000 Subtotal $ 22,000

Cultural and STEM Grant Recommendations

CHEER – Youth Development Collaborative $ 11,250

Docs in Progress $ 4,100

Rhizome DC $ 11,250

Takoma Ensemble $ 7,500

Takoma Langley Crossroads CDA $ 10,000 Subtotal $ 44,100

Program and Operational Support Grant Recommendations

CHEER – Takoma Park Civic Engagement $ 15,000

Crossroads Community Food Network $ 22,500

Dance Exchange $ 30,000

EduCare Support Services, Inc. $ 23,900

Takoma Park Difference Makers $ 3,500 Subtotal $ 94,900

Total Funding Recommendations $161,000

Background information on the Community Grants Program, the application and review process, and the recommendations of the Committee is attached. A worksession is scheduled for later in the meeting to discuss the recommendations of the Committee. Formal action on the Committee’s funding recommendations is tentatively scheduled for Monday, July 13.

Policy Provide grant funding to organizations in support of projects and programming which benefit the Takoma Park community.

Fiscal Impact FY16 Community Grants Budget: $165,000

Attachments Grants Review Committee Report – Summary Report Community Grants Program Guidelines FY16 Community Grant Award Recommendations and Survey Results

Recommendation Hear the Committee’s presentation and discuss the recommendations in the work session.

Special Consideration

GRANTS REVIEW COMMITTEE – SUMMARY REPORT

In July 2014, the City Council formalized its grants process, establishing guidelines and funding parameters for three new community grants programs: Cultural and S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Grants, Program and Operational Support Grants, and Capital Project Grants. Proposals for funding for each of these programs were to be solicited from the community at large with funding recommendations to be made by a Council appointed Grants Review Committee. A total of $165,000 was budgeted for the program in FY16. Grants Review Committee A new Grants Review Committee was established by Resolution 2014‐7 on May 12, 2014 for the purpose of reviewing all City grants and for providing funding recommendations to the Council. The Committee was structured to allow for the appointment of up to nine Takoma Park residents with demonstrated expertise in community development, grants management, public arts, or related areas of interest. Currently serving on the Committee are the following members: Akena Allen (Ward 5), Elizabeth Boyd (Ward 6), Franca Brilliant (Ward 1), Gary Cardillo (Ward 2), Pamela Coffey (Ward 1), Doris Duarte (Ward 6), Lesley Perry (Ward 2), and Jennifer Wofford (Ward 3). Ms. Duarte recused herself from the review of FY15 applications for funding due to a conflict of interest with one of the applicants. Ms. Vineda Myers (Ward 4) resigned from the Committee in March to avoid a potential conflict of interest with her employer. Each of the current members has served since the establishment of the original committee. This is the second round of community grants that Committee members have reviewed. Community Grants Program The City of Takoma Park's Community Grants Program provides funding for a range of activities including: Cultural and STEM Grants: Projects, programs and events that contribute to the livability of Takoma Park, engage diverse populations, and strengthen the community’s commitment to the arts, humanities and sciences. Program and Operational Support Grants: Programming designed to have a long term impact, providing residents and organizations with the support and resources needed to address current or future challenges and develop sustainable skills needed to realize their full social, economic, and physical potential. Capital Project Grants: One time capital projects designed to advance Takoma Park’s desire to create a vibrant and sustainable community that is economically efficient, environmentally sound, and socially equitable. A full description of the program is attached.

Application Process In February 2015, the Committee modified its original application process to include, prior to the submission of a full grants application, a Letter of Intent from all interested applicants. The Committee also elected to use the application materials developed by the Washington Regional Area Grantmakers. The following is a summary of the process that was developed for the FY16 grants cycle (July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016). A Letter of Intent was required of all applicants seeking funding. If a proposal was found to be in general compliance with the established requirements of the program, the applicant was contacted and invited to submit a full application for funding consideration. An informational meeting was held on March 4 for prospective applicants. Attendees were provided an overview of the program requirements and information on the application process. A total of thirty‐eight (38) letters of intent requesting a total of $568,000 in grant funds were submitted by the March 20 deadline. Submissions were reviewed by the Committee on March 25 with twenty‐seven (27) of the proposals determined to be in compliance with program guidelines. The applicants were invited to submit a full grant application. Application forms were distributed to selected applicants and two informational meetings were held (April 13 and April 14). A total of twenty‐one (21) applications requesting a total of $317,900 in grant funds were received by the May 1 deadline. Review and Funding Recommendations To facilitate the review process, applications were distributed among members of the Committee with two or three members assigned to complete an initial review of funding requests in each specific program area (Capital Projects, Cultural and STEM applications, and Program and Operational Support requests). Rubrics were developed for each program area and provided to the reviewers. Clarifying questions were prepared by the Committee following this initial review for several of the applicants. A proposal to expand the review process to include an interview with each of the applicants was considered on several occasions but was not supported by a majority of the members. An online poll was established, providing members with the opportunity to identify their individual funding recommendations and provide the rationale for their recommendation. The merits of each of the applications were considered over a period of three meetings (May 20, June 17 and June 30). Final funding recommendations were adopted by the Committee on June 30. The funding recommendations developed by the Grants Review Committee for the FY16 Community Grants Program are detailed in the accompanying attachment.

Funding 100% 75% 50% 0% % Funding Recommendation

$ Historic Takoma, Inc. 22,000$ 5 1 3 1 1 50% 11,000$

$ Montgomery Housing Partnership 22,000$ 5 2 1 2 1 50% 11,000$

Capital Project Grants 44,000$ 22,000$

Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington 7,000$ 1 0 0 1 5 0% ‐$

Athena Theatre 15,000$ 1 0 0 1 5 0% ‐$

$ Community Health and Empowerment Through Education and Research (CHEER) 15,000$ 6 3 2 1 0 75% 11,250$

Dance Exchange 15,000$ 1 1 0 0 5 0% ‐$

$ Docs in Progress 4,100$ 4 2 0 2 2 100% 4,100$

Montgomery Housing Partnership 6,500$ 4 3 0 1 2 0% ‐$

Old Takoma Business Association 15,000$ 0 0 0 0 6 0% ‐$

$ Rhizome DC 15,000$ 6 1 3 2 0 75% 11,250$

$ Takoma Ensemble 15,000$ 5 3 2 0 1 50% 7,500$

$ Takoma/Langley Crossroads Development Authority, Inc. 10,000$ 5 4 1 0 1 100% 10,000$

Cultural and STEM Grants 117,600$ 44,100$

Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington 15,000$ 1 0 0 1 5 0% ‐$

$ Community Health and Empowerment Through Education and Research (CHEER) 30,000$ 5 2 2 1 1 50% 15,000$

$ Crossroads Community Food Network 30,000$ 6 2 1 3 0 75% 22,500$

$ Dance Exchange 30,000$ 6 4 1 1 0 100% 30,000$

Docs in Progress 7,500$ 2 1 1 0 4 0% ‐$

$ EduCare Support Services, Inc. 30,000$ 6 3 3 0 0 75% + $1,400 23,900$

New Hampshire Gardens Citizens Association 3,800$ 2 0 0 2 4 0% ‐$

Old Takoma Business Association 2,500$ 4 2 0 2 2 0% ‐$

$ Takoma Park Middle School Difference Makers 3,500$ 6 5 0 1 0 100% 3,500$

Operating and Program Support 152,300$ 94,900$

TOTAL 313,900$ 161,000$

100% Funding: Applicants with 4 or more recommendations for 100% funding75% Funding: Applicants with a total of 6 recommendations for some level of funding50% Funding: Applicants with a total of 5 recommendations for some level of funding

Notes:

Takoma Park Community Grants Program (FY16)

APPLICATIONS

Applicant Name Grant Request Survey Tally / Funding Recommendations Suggested Grant Award

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CityofTakomaParkMaryland

COMMUNITYGRANTSPROGRAMPROGRAMGUIDELINES

TheCity of TakomaParkMaryland’s CommunityGrants Programprovides funding for arange of activities. Funds are awarded by the Takoma Park City Council following acompetitiveapplicationprocessandevaluationbytheGrantsReviewCommittee.PROGRAMGUIDELINESCulturalandSTEMGrantsThis category includes projects, programs and events that contribute to the livability ofTakomaPark,engagediversepopulations,andstrengthenthecommunity’scommitmenttothearts,humanitiesandsciences.Examplesofeligibleprojectsincludebutarenotlimitedtocommunityfestivals,publicartinstallations,workshops,spokenwordevents,historyorsciencelectures, filmscreeningsorseries,andS.T.E.M.(Science,Technology,Engineering,andMathematics)relatedprojectsandevents,etc.

EligibleApplicants NonprofitOrganizationsandBusinessAssociationsGrantAwards Minimum$2,500/Maximum$15,000MatchRequirement $1per$1grantaward

Matchmayincludecash,in‐kinddonationsorvolunteerhoursProgramandOperationalSupportGrantsProgrammingdesignedtohavealongtermimpact,providingTakomaParkresidentsandorganizations benefitting the residents of Takoma Park with the support and resourcesneeded to address current or future challenges and develop sustainable skills needed torealize their full social, economic, and physical potential. Applicants are encouraged,thoughnotrequired,topartnerwithotherorganizationsandCityDepartmentstoleverageavailableresources.Examplesofeligibleprojectsincludebutarenotlimitedtoeducationaland mentoring programs, job training, microenterprise development, wellness andnutritionalprograms,energyconservationandenvironmentalsustainabilityprograms,andgeneraloperationalsupportforcommunitybasedoreconomicdevelopmentorganizations.

EligibleApplicants Nonprofit Organizations, Business Associations, RegisteredTenant Associations, Neighborhood Associations, GrassrootsCommunityGroups,andParentTeacherAssociations

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GrantAwards Minimum$2,500/Maximum$30,000MatchRequirement $1per$1grantaward

Matchmayincludecash,in‐kinddonationsorvolunteerhoursCapitalProjectGrantsFundingforonetimecapitalprojectsdesignedtoadvanceTakomaPark’sdesiretocreateavibrantandsustainablecommunitythat iseconomicallyefficient,environmentallysound,andsociallyequitable.Applicantsareencouraged,thoughnotrequired,topartnerwithCityDepartmentsinthedevelopmentandimplementofprojects.Examplesofeligibleprojectsincludebutarenotlimitedtoconstructionofsharedcommunityfacilities,developmentofcommunity gardens, bicycle and pedestrian improvements, creation of public commonsspaces, energy upgrades/retrofits, ADA improvements, etc. Requests for Capital Grantfunds for projects primarily benefiting a for‐profit enterprise or religious institution arenot eligible for funding. Project must be located within the municipal boundaries ofTakomaPark.

EligibleApplicants NonprofitOrganizationsandBusinessAssociationsGrantAwards Minimum$5,000/Maximum$22,000MatchRequirement $1per$1grantaward

Matchmayincludecashorin‐kinddonationsofmaterialsGENERALTERMSANDCONDITIONSFundingPriorities

Funding priority will be given to projects or programmingwhich primarily benefits theresidentsofTakomaParkandincludesoneormoreofthefollowingelements:

Provideservicestoat‐riskpopulations; Engagediversemembersofthecommunity; Promotecivicinvolvementbyunder‐representedpopulations; Furthertheeconomicorenvironmentalsustainabilityofthecommunity; Areofferedinpartnershipwithanotherorganization;or Arefreeandopentothepublic

FundingLimitationsAnindividualorganizationmaynotreceivemorethantwograntawardsperfiscalyear.

Effective July1,2014,amaximumofthreeconsecutiveyearsof fundingmaybeawardedfor a specific grant activity undertaken by an organization or for general operational

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supportawardedtoaspecificorganizationthroughtheProgramandOperationalSupportGrantProgram.

MatchRequirements

Amatchisrequiredforallgrantsandmayinclude,unlessotherwisenoted,cash,donationsofgoodsandprofessionalservices,andvolunteertime.Volunteertimeisvaluedat$25.43perhourasdeterminedbyIndependentSector.LivingWageRequirements

All business associations andnonprofit grant recipients, regardless of the amount of thegrant award or their individual exemption status, are required to pay each employeeassigned to the approved project or program a livingwage as determined by City Code,Chapter7.08Article5LivingWageRequirement.ReportingRequirementsGrant recipients will be required to provide at least a quarterly accounting of all grantactivity. A final narrative, due upon completion of approved project or programming, isrequired.

Grant recipients will be required to submit documentation of all grant expenditures(invoices, cancelled checks, etc.) and required match (receipts, award letters, volunteertimesheets,copyofchecks,etc.).DisbursementofGrantFunds

Thedisbursementofgrantfundswillbenegotiatedonacasebycasebasisandmayincludereimbursement of expenditures by grantee, direct payment to vendors, or quarterlydisbursementofgrantfundsfollowingsubmissionofrequiredreports.

APPLICATIONPROCESSA Letter of Intent is required of all applicants. If selected for further consideration, theapplicantwillbe contactedby theGrantsReviewCommitteeand invited to submita fullapplication for funding. Applications will be evaluated based on established fundingpriorities, program guidelines and available funding. Recommendations of the GrantsReview Committee will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration. Unsolicitedapplicationswillnotbeconsidered.The final determination of awards is the sole responsibility of the Takoma Park CityCouncil.

FORADDITIONALINFORMATIONCONTACT

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CityofTakomaParkHousingandCommunityDevelopmentDepartment

301.891.7119/[email protected]

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50.00% 3

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Q2 Historic Takoma - Takoma CommunityRadio Broadcast Facility

Answered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6

Full funding -$22,000

Partialfunding at 7...


No funding

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Answer Choices Responses

Full funding - $22,000

Partial funding at 75% - $16,500


No funding

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FY16 Community Grants SurveyMonkey

Q3 Please provide the rationale for yourfunding recommendation.


# Responses Date

1 Looks to a bright future, with a powerhouse talent pool for advisors/board. Understands the challenges of fundingand is willing to appropriate less in salaries/wages/stipends to get the place up and running. This organization willserve the whole of Takoma Park and its neighbors with a diverse voice and, more likely than not, help otherorganizations and groups become more connected with the larger community.

6/29/2015 8:35 PM

2 important local initiative of citizens. very actively involved in TP. But not as important as services for low incomepeople in our community.

6/29/2015 12:14 PM

3 Highly local and unique community engagement project; would fund completely if funds were sufficient. 6/29/2015 10:40 AM

4 Exciting, micro-local yet joining a national network of low-freq broadcasters, builds on superb public radio andlegal expertise, HUGE potential to grow our community in all the best ways, time sensitive.

6/28/2015 7:15 PM

5 Substantial potential for long-term impact and engagement of diverse, under-served populations. 6/27/2015 5:53 PM

6 Total score 51. Both applications were very strong with need in the community. My preference is for all or nonefunding, to respect the amount indicated in the proposal, but I support partial funding as well.

6/26/2015 12:15 PM

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33.33% 2

16.67% 1

Q4 Montgomery Housing Partnership -Parkview Tower Streetscape Improvements


Total 6




No funding

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Partial funding at 50% -$11,000

No funding

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# Responses Date

1 A shining beacon of an organization with a long list of past accomplishments. They are the standard... Thisproject benefits some of the poorest of the poor in TP.

6/29/2015 8:35 PM

2 MHP has other sources of funding 6/29/2015 12:14 PM

3 Worthwhile project connecting residents of Parkview directly to the Opal Daniels Park while improving the Park--encouraging outdoor recreation and enjoyment of nature.

6/29/2015 10:40 AM

4 Important finish-the-job improvements that will significantly enhance the experience and safety of living atParkview Towers.

6/28/2015 7:15 PM

5 Through improvements to space and park areas, provides services/improvements to under-representedpopulations.

6/27/2015 5:53 PM

6 Total score 53 6/26/2015 12:15 PM

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0.00% 0

16.67% 1

83.33% 5

Q6 Adventist Community Services ofGreater Washington - Afterschool STEM

ProgramAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

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Partial funding at 50% - 3,500

No funding

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# Responses Date

1 ACS has a long and close relationship with the City. However, there is overlap in the services outlined within thisproposal.

6/29/2015 8:36 PM

2 Not strong enough kids served for the money requested and the agency is not strong enough in their program orstaff

6/29/2015 12:18 PM

3 Committee Recommendation: Questions about implementation and design of project; questions aboutorganization's finances

6/29/2015 10:42 AM

4 Removed from consideration. 6/28/2015 7:19 PM

5 Doesn't reach large enough number of recipients; resource allocation doesn't appear sufficient 6/27/2015 5:54 PM

6 I rated Capital Project and Program/Operational Support applications. Recommendations are based on decisionsin committee meeting.

6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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0.00% 0

16.67% 1

83.33% 5

Q8 Athena Theater - Sub-basement TheaterAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6

Full funding-$15,000



No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 I don't yet see the staying power of this organization, and, while their project is intriguing, I'm not yet convincedthat TP Pis their true home.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 not sufficiently local, nor locally involved 6/29/2015 12:23 PM

3 Committee voted against recommending the project because of doubts about ability to implement 6/29/2015 10:43 AM

4 Despite the appeal of the production, the committee ultimately questioned the capacity of the organization todeliver on this ambitious, complicated plan. It is unclear how the incarcerated and homeless would be recruited totake part. Prefer to support home-grown projects rather than imports, despite significant local ties.

6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 Viability and ultimate outreach of the project unclear and less compelling than other cultural proposals. 6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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50.00% 3

33.33% 2

16.67% 1

0.00% 0

Q10 Community Health & EmpowermentThrough Education & Research - YouthDevelopment Collaborative After School

ProgramsAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 This was a strong proposal with many partnering organizations, and will serve some of the most needy in ourCommunity.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 important program serving important population. very locally active and locally involved project, importantcollaboration between strong groups with excellent reputations for their work in TP

6/29/2015 12:23 PM

3 True collaborative effort to address critical issue in the community 6/29/2015 10:43 AM

4 Despite a request to provide a clear delineation of how and when grant funds would be shared amongst thecollaborating groups, this information was not forthcoming.

6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 Good outreach to under-served populations; engages diverse members of the community; furthers skills andpotential of community members

6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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0.00% 0

83.33% 5

Q12 Dance Exchange - Still Crossing - "NewHampshire Avenue: This is a Place To..."


Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 While the Dance Exchange has a long and glorious history, this project did not seem to be as compelling asothers. Its targeted audiences seemed neither well-defined, nor achievable. I would also agree with theCommittee that the better use for the City's limited funds would be general operating grant at full-funding.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 Dance Exchange is currently facing a critical funding shortage. They have served the TP community well formany years and deserve our help in this crisis.

6/29/2015 12:23 PM

3 Funding to be provided for operational support in different grant category 6/29/2015 10:43 AM

4 Ranked a low priority by the committee; prefer to fund operating in this FY. 6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 See Program & Opps recommendation for funding this organization 6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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33.33% 2

33.33% 2

Q14 Docs In Progress - Community FilmScreening - Documentary Dialogues


Total 6

Full funding-$4,100



No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 While the project is compelling, space for screening and discussions (possibly provided by the City) should besufficient, along with some modest expenditures for marketing/advertising.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 Nice project. not as essential nor important as other proposals 6/29/2015 12:23 PM

3 Committee Recommendation 6/29/2015 10:43 AM

4 To sustain continuity of this important series. 6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 Less compelling outreach and skills development than other applicants 6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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0.00% 0

16.67% 1

33.33% 2

Q16 Montgomery Housing Partnership -7610 Maple Community Mural


Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Again, great organization with a tremendous history. Budgetary constraints and the possibility that the proposedmural might be completed t a slightly lower cost without sacrificing its integrity.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 not as essential nor important as other cultural proposals 6/29/2015 12:23 PM


4 Visible, participatory, and responsive to their immediate constituency (residents), with visual benefits to thecommunity at large. Give us ART!

6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 Less compelling cultural value than other applicants 6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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0.00% 0

0.00% 0

100.00% 6

Q18 Old Takoma Business Association -Community Festival Fund


Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Great Festival, but members of OTBA should be contributing more towards this event to which the City alreadyprovides resouurces.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 OTBA has resources that community groups do not have. a new festival is NOT needed on top of CelebrateTakoma, Folk Fest, Jazz Fest, etc.

6/29/2015 12:23 PM

3 Committee Recommendation; additionally OTBA receives ongoing funding from the City. 6/29/2015 10:43 AM

4 Low priority for the committee. 6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 Other sources of funding available and inadequate needs statement 6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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50.00% 3

33.33% 2

0.00% 0

Q20 Rhizome DC - RhizomeAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Great history, strong leadership, Ability to carry out the proposed project, "bang for the buck" (500 kids servedwith great programming. It all makes sense.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 interesting, local project, with hands on experiential opportunity for kids and parents in TP 6/29/2015 12:23 PM

3 Innovative project that fills a gap by providing DIY space; believe they will be able to find additional funds tocompensate for smaller grant.

6/29/2015 10:43 AM

4 RhizomeDC is clearly working on all fronts to bring this idea to fruition, and it promises to fill a gap in thecreativity+tech arena.

6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 Promising ideas for engaging diverse members of the community and furthering skills, but unclear overallsustainability and location (so partial funding recommendation)

6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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50.00% 3

33.33% 2

0.00% 0

16.67% 1

Q22 Takoma Ensemble - 2015/2016 SeasonAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 For as young as the organization is, they have accomplished a tremendous amount. This funding with help themnot only execute the 2015-16 Season, but will help them achieve the next level of organizational capacity andstructure. Talented Board with a bright future.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 I would offer $3,500 or $4,000 but not $7500. You did not give us enough opportunity for input 6/29/2015 12:23 PM


4 TE has demonstrated that they are growing in both breadth and reach in sustainable, incremental ways. Theyoffer clear, attainable goals. They enrich our community by diversifying music education and concertprogramming in our community.

6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 Potential long-term impact and outreach to community members. Partial funding due to overall allocations ofcultural programs this round

6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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66.67% 4

16.67% 1

0.00% 0

16.67% 1

Q24 Takoma/Langley CrossroadsDevelopment Authority - Holton Lane Mural


Total 6

Full funding-$10,000



No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 This mural was discussed at length in the Committee meeting. With the impending completion of the Bus Depot,this already bustling area will become even more so, with lots of pedistrians. This mural will help make this part ofthe City more vibrant, both asthetically and economically.

6/29/2015 9:18 PM

2 not as essential nor important as other cultural proposals 6/29/2015 12:23 PM

3 Provides enhancement of public space and community engagement in area of Takoma Park that is oftenoverlooked.

6/29/2015 10:43 AM

4 A participatory project that will enrich the visual landscape of an otherwise bleak retail environment. CDA'sargument for the mural's location is not convincing or substantiated; bang-for-the-buck is questionable, but thisarea needs anything that will brighten it up.

6/28/2015 7:49 PM

5 Under-served population in economically-challenged part of the community with relatively few cultural projects 6/27/2015 6:09 PM


6/26/2015 12:16 PM

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0.00% 0

16.67% 1

83.33% 5

Q26 Adventist Community Services ofGreater Washington - Education Program

ScholarshipsAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Again, overlap with services on this one, and potential for scholarships for programs already funded by the City. Idid not see the compelling need here.

6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 Provides job- and education-readiness training at an accessible rate. 6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 not strong enough in their program or staff 6/29/2015 12:27 PM


5 Outreach was insufficient and did not present overall value for resources 6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 50. 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

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33.33% 2

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16.67% 1

Q28 Community Health & EmpowermentThrough Education & Research - Takoma

Park Civic EngagementAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 While a great organization, the large ask, coupled with limited City resources (as well as the recommendation forthe project grant), make this porposal less than compelling for full-funding

6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 An ambitious but much-needed plan to investigate reasons for low rates of civic engagement in our community.Challenge will be to produce meaningful action that produces CHANGE. Funding reflects ratio of projectednumber of new voters (100) in relationship to project budget.

6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 One of the most interesting proposals from one of the most civically engaged groups with demonstrated civicengagement experience.

6/29/2015 12:27 PM

4 Providing valuable services to high needs population; would ideally expand funding in this grant category andfully fund this organization.

6/29/2015 10:45 AM

5 High level of outreach, services and engagement to at-risk and under-served populations. Good prospects forsustainable impact.

6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 53. Recommending Cultural/STEM project be funded if formal MOU is provided 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

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16.67% 1

50.00% 3

0.00% 0

Q30 Crossroads Community Food Network -General Operational Support


Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Great history, ability to carry out operations, and they serve some of the neediest of our City. Budgetaryconstraints prevent me from recommending full-funding.

6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 Full funding will support this national leader in healthful food access to expand capacity across programs andinitiatives.

6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 crossroads needs to demonstrate how many of their recipients are TP not PG county. 6/29/2015 12:27 PM

4 Organization is providing integrated support for healthy eating--nutrition education, low cost farm fresh food,training for food entrepreneurs--to low income, immigrant population. I would fully fund if more funding wereavailable; Committee set this at "medium" priority.

6/29/2015 10:45 AM

5 Services to at-risk and under-served populations and good capacity to deliver project. Partial funding due tosimilar, competing projects.

6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 54. 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

31 / 43


66.67% 4

16.67% 1

16.67% 1

0.00% 0

Q32 Dance Exchange - In-House ProgramsAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Liz Lerman and the Dance Exchange have brought so much to the City, and continue to do so. While theOrganization continues to grow and evolve through the transition from their founder, it has a bright future, andthese general operating funds are the best way the City can support the Dance Exchange, as they know bestwhere their resources are needed most.

6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 Recognizes the production of creative community exemplified by DE, in hopes they will remain in TP for years tocome.

6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 Dance Exchange is facing a financial crisis. This is the time to fund this important cultural resource that serves amulti-racial following in TP

6/29/2015 12:27 PM

4 Committee Recommendation: would have provided partial funding ($20-25K) given limited funding andcommunity priorities.

6/29/2015 10:45 AM

5 Provides support to address current challenges of the applicant and future participants; partnerships with otherorganizations.

6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 51.5. Would support lower percentage of funding. 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

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16.67% 1

16.67% 1

0.00% 0

66.67% 4

Q34 Docs In Progress - General OperationalSupport


Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Since this was one of the many proposals we did not discuss, I would recommend this grant over the projectgrant. They do good work, and they benefit the City in many ways. Let them spend the money as they have beendoing in past years -- well.

6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 Recommend staff expansion in an incremental, sustainable way. 6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 not as good as other proposals 6/29/2015 12:27 PM

4 Committee Recommendation; given limited funds this is not a top priority. 6/29/2015 10:45 AM

5 See cultural and stem recommendation. 6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 46 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

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50.00% 3

50.00% 3

0.00% 0

0.00% 0

Q36 Educare Support Services, Inc. -Takoma Park Food Pantry


Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Good organization serving the poorest of the poor in our City. They can carry out the project, and the benefits areclear and immediate, as are the needs this Organization addresses.

6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 Critical emergency support for our neediest neighbors. 6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 Excellent services, high impact for the dollar, and good involvement in TP 6/29/2015 12:27 PM

4 Providing valuable service to high needs population; would ideally expand funding in this grant category and fullyfund them as well as others.

6/29/2015 10:45 AM

5 Services to at-risk and under-served populations and good capacity to deliver project. Partial funding due tosimilar, competing projects.

6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 52.5 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

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0.00% 0

0.00% 0

33.33% 2

66.67% 4

Q38 New Hampshire Gardens CitizensAssociation - Building a more inclusive New

Hampshire Gardens Citizens AssociationAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 The proposed program can be carried out with partial funding and still be effective. 6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 Vibrant neighborhoods make vibrant cities. Partial funding reflects that in the current funding cycle this representsmore of a want than a need. Partial will allow them to fund at least a couple of their initiatives.

6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 not as important as other projects 6/29/2015 12:27 PM

4 Recommendation of committee 6/29/2015 10:45 AM

5 Unclear impact and ability to address challenges raised in this particular project. 6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 47 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

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33.33% 2

0.00% 0

33.33% 2

33.33% 2

Q40 Old Takoma Business Association -Takoma NotesAnswered: 6 Skipped: 0

Total 6




No funding

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%





No funding

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# Responses Date

1 Important organization that contributes to the vibrancy of the City. Unlike their porposal during the previous cyclefor banners defining the Old Town area, this project did not stand out as one worthy of full funding, but would behelpful if they could attract more funding from its members. "Bang for the buck" if the City could put their name onit in some way though.

6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 An innovative model that will keep local money in TP helping local small businesses. Let's see what they can do. 6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 very exciting new project for local investment in local businesses and start ups...... 6/29/2015 12:27 PM

4 I am a strong supporter of this Project but given the limited funds available I think other projects are higherpriority.

6/29/2015 10:45 AM

5 Not a compelling request for resources; doesn't meeting many of the key criteria 6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 53.5 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

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83.33% 5

0.00% 0

16.67% 1

0.00% 0

Q42 Takoma Park Middle School DifferenceMakers - 15 Passenger Van Fundraiser


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No funding

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No funding

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# Responses Date

1 I was against recommending this proposal during the LOI stage of the grants cycle. I did not see how TPMScould afford the cost of a 15 passenger van, even a used one. I do love what this organization does and theirleader. The full proposal went into much more feasible detail on how they would be acquiring the van and howthey would pay for it. It's good use is assured. Best$7,500 we will spend here. Helping to create and nurture anentire new crop of do-gooders, while benefitting from their good deeds in the process. Again, best $7,500 we willspend this cycle.

6/29/2015 9:43 PM

2 They are doing great work on a shoestring. Let's allow them to concentrate on their program, not car payments! 6/29/2015 2:00 PM

3 a wonderful group, doing important work with local kids making an impact in the community. they've purchasedthe van and need TP support to pay it off. High priority, high impact grant proposal!

6/29/2015 12:27 PM

4 My understanding is that $3,500 is the total requested for this project; I would fund it at that level as it is a goodproject that has benefitted the community as well as the students involved.

6/29/2015 10:45 AM

5 Good proposal and excellent value for providing services to at-risk populations, engaging the community, etc.Unclear of the ultimate request amount-- Is it $7,500 or $3,500?

6/27/2015 6:18 PM

6 Total score 53.5 6/26/2015 12:20 PM

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