Description
Title: Approve a resolution authorizing the expenditure of $1,000 from the City Council District 3 Operating Budget for Austin Parks and Recreation to purchase backpacks and school supplies to support the Montopolis Backpack Giveaway on August 1, 2026.
Summary
The City of Austin's Resolution No. 26-2136, adopted on July 23, 2026, authorizes the expenditure of $1,000 from the District 3 Council office budget to support the Montopolis Recreation and Community Center's annual backpack giveaway. This initiative, which provides essential school supplies to families in need, has been a community staple for two decades, promoting educational preparedness and reducing financial stress for households in East Austin. The resolution underscores the City Council's commitment to fiscal responsibility and transparency while fostering community connections. It is sponsored by Council Members José Velásquez, Paige Ellis, Mike Siegel, and Krista Laine.