Title
NAACP Convention Sponsorship
Action
ACTION:
Approve a sponsorship of $200,000 to support the NAACP National Convention that will be held in Charlotte from July 12 through July 16.
Commission Contact: Mark Jerrell, Chair, Board of County Commissioners
Presentation: Yes
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
The NAACP National Convention will be held in Charlotte from July 12 - July 16. It is customary that the host county purchase a sponsorship for the event. The $200,000 sponsorship will allow staff to attend the convention, participate in several special events and promote the brand of Mecklenburg County.
PROCUREMENT BACKGROUND:
N/A
POLICY IMPACT:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
The funds will come from surplus in the County Manager’s Office, specifically, the Office of Equity and Inclusion.