REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Scott M. Haberle, Fire Chief
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Approve and authorize execution of the First Amended and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the City of Huntington Beach and the Friends of the Huntington Beach City Junior Guards (FJG)
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Statement of Issue:
The Friends of the Huntington Beach City Junior Lifeguards (FJG) and the City have enjoyed a long-term association, first memorialized in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in 2005. This has provided youth from the City and the surrounding area the opportunity to learn ocean safety, lifesaving techniques, first aid, marine ecology, fitness, and other valuable skills. At this time, the City and FJG wish to enter into a revised MOU to clarify their future respective obligations.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable.
Recommended Action:
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Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the "First Amended and Restated Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Huntington Beach and the Friends of the Huntington Beach City Junior Guards."
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Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the MOU and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The FJG is a tax-exempt, non-profit charitable corporation established to support the City-sponsored Junior Lifeguard Program. Their primary charitable purpose is to provide scholarships to the annual Program, assistance to youth participating in the New Zealand Junior Lifeguard Exchange Program, and financial support for Program objectives. The FJG raises funds through the sale of clothing and merchandise, along with other fundraising events.
In February 2005, the FJG entered into an MOU with the City. Since then, the group has provided substantial support for the Program. At this time, the City and FJG wish to enter into a revised MOU (Attachment 1) to continue this relationship, and clarify ...
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