Requested Agenda Date:
7/13/2021
Requested Agenda Title:
Title
Donation of $1,500 to DonorConnect
Body
Requested Agenda Item Description: This donation from Councilman Snelgrove’s office will help fund education and community programs to raise awareness about the importance of organ and tissue donation so that those waiting may receive the gift of life. This donation will be in memory of Makenzi Madsen who died waiting to receive a heart and in honor of her family who continues to advocate for donors and recipients through sharing their story and reaching out to others. In the summer of 2021, Makenzie’s sisters had a lemonade stand that attracted local and national attention. The family plans to host a lemonade stand every June for the Donate Life cause, benefitting DonorConnect.
Requested Action: Consent
Presenter(s) (with titles): Sponsors: Council Member Richard Snelgrove and Council Chair Steve DeBry
Time Needed: Less than 5 MINS
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No
Requesting Staff Member: Sam Klemm, Senior Policy Advisor
Are Supporting Documents Needed for this Agenda Item Request? Yes
Please attach supporting documentation, including presentations, to the Legistar file.
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