HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 16 - Metroport Meals on WheelsMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: JULY 19, 2022
SUBJECT: ANNUAL CONTRIBUTION TO METROPORT MEALS ON WHEELS
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approving the annual contribution to the
Metroport Meals on Wheels program.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the General Fund for an amount of $22,000.
BACKGROUND: Metroport Meals On Wheels, Inc. is a grassroots volunteer advocate for
the elderly and those in need through home -delivered meals, senior
center luncheons, and other support services.
The City's contribution provides annual meals delivered to elderly citizens
in the City of Grapevine. In FY 2021, 8,511 meals were delivered to
homebound Grapevine residents. This allocation is included in the
approved FY22 operating budget.
Staff recommends approval.