This ordinance authorizes the appropriation of $4,570,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds under project DV008 for the period ending in 2025. It allocates $3,492,000 from account 223125 and $1,078,000 from account 100099 to support a diverse group of 58 nonprofit organizations providing community services. Funded activities include youth development, housing counseling, food assistance, health and wellness programs, and support for vulnerable populations. The Director of Finance and Management is empowered to encumber and disburse funds upon execution of agreements and compliance with contract terms. Agreements will be negotiated with entities such as A Kid Again, Inc., Goodwill Industries of Central Ohio, Mid-Ohio Foodbank, and many others. Funding supports operations, program delivery, and administrative costs in accordance with CDBG regulations. The ordinance ensures timely execution of service contracts and monitors expenditure compliance. It also establishes reporting requirements for performance metrics and financial accountability. The appropriation will be recorded in the city’s official financial system and reflected in the 2025 operating budget.