Submitted By
Ahmad M. Zayyad, Deputy Village Manager / Interim Neighborhood Services Director
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Presentation from Metro Strategies Regarding Grant Process Improvement
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Overview
Overview
On July 31, 2023, the Village Board of Trustees approved a Resolution for a Professional Services Agreement with Metro Strategies Group, LLC to provide grant services to the Village of Oak Park.
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Anticipated Actions/Commitments
Recommendation
Village staff will operationalize the internal Go/No-Go process when grants are aligned with the spending authority of the Village Manager.
Report
Village staff and Metro Strategies Group, LLC will provide an update to the Village Board explaining the work completed to date.
This presentation outlines a comprehensive strategy for streamlining our organization's internal grant writing process, aiming to enhance efficiency and increase the success rate of grant applications. The framework encompasses key components such as pre-planning, internal/external collaboration, and documentation, with the goal of optimizing resource utilization and ensuring a more cohesive and successful grant writing and management process.
Highlights include a ‘Go/No-Go Process’ for grant submission, current Village grant projects, Metro Strategies projects, and alignment with 2024 Village Board goals.
By implementing these measures, the organization aims to create a more efficient, collaborative, and strategic approach to internal grant writing. This streamlined process will not only save time and resources but also enhance the likelihood of securing funding for impactful projects, contributing to the overall success and sustainability of our organization.
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