Placement: Consent Agenda
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Approve a Partnership Agreement between the City of Port St. Lucie and the SCORE Association, Inc. for Small Business Owner Mentorship.
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Submitted By: Elijah Wooten, Economic Development Administrator.
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of a diverse local economy and employment opportunities.
Summary Brief (Agreements/Contracts only)
1. Prepared by: Carly Fabien, Deputy City Attorney.
2. Parties: City of Port St. Lucie SCORE Association, Inc.
3. Purpose: SCORE Association, Inc. will provide free mentorship opportunities to Port St. Lucie small business owners.
4. New/Renewal/Modified: The term of the agreement is for one (1) consecutive one-year period. The term may be extended upon written agreement by both parties.
5. Duration: One consecutive one-year period.
6. Benefits to Port St. Lucie: Port St. Lucie small business owners will receive free mentorship from qualified SCORE mentors specifically matched to their business needs. SCORE will host four (4) events, at a City-owned location, that are free or low-cost to Port St. Lucie residents and small business owners.
7. Cost to Port St. Lucie (Annual and Potential): There is no cost for the partnership agreement with SCORE Association, Inc.
Presentation Information: N/A.
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve the partnership agreement between SCORE Association, Inc. and the City of Port St. Lucie.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the recommendation and approve the partnership agreement between SCORE Association, Inc. and the City of Port St. Lucie.
2. Move that the Council not approve the partnership agreement between SCORE Association, Inc. and the City of Port St. Lucie and provide staff direction.
Background: SCORE Treasure Coast is a volunteer led non-profit organization that provides free business mentorship opportunities and small business workshops in Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River,...
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