Title
Vote to approve the $13,537.08 FY26 grant funding to Sprott Youth Center and Deep River Park Association
Abstract
Introduction & Background: Two recreation agencies submitted applications that qualified for the Grants to Recreation Agencies process. The agencies attended the Recreation Advisory Committee meeting on 5/14/2025 to present their requests. The total available amount for agencies is $20,300 and the total amount requested is $13,537.08. Descriptions of the requests are listed below:
Sprott Youth Center - Located in Moncure - Requested $9,000
1. Basketball Open Gym Attendant: 3/hrs/week for 50 weeks@23/hr=$3450
2. Pickleball Open Gym Attendant: $25 total per 2 hr session, twice per month =$600
3. Pickleball/Basketball - supplies and equipment= $500
4. Facility Improvements/Repairs=$3,000
5. Cleaning Supplies=$500
6. Additional Repairs / Maintenance=$1,000
Deep River Park Association - Requested $4,537.08
1. Park improvements=$1,180
2. New sign=$1,750
3. 5 picnic tables= $743.65
4. 3 benches=$413.45
5. Commercial grill= $428.90
6. Replacement pickets=$21.08
Discussion & Analysis: The Recreation Advisory Committee used the matrix score system and general discussions to make their recommendations.
Sprott Youth Center scored 114. The Recreation Advisory Committee recommends fully funding their request of $9000.
Deep River Park Association scored 121. The Recreation Advisory Committee recommends fully funding their request of $4,537.08.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Goal 6 - Provide recreational opportunities and access to open space.
Budgetary Impact: $13,537.08 approved in the FY26 Budget.
Recommendation/Motion: Motion to approve the $13,537.08 FY26 grant funding to Sprott Youth Center and Deep River Park Association.