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Approval of Funding for UF Public Utility Research Center Training Grant

Original title: Approval for payment for the UF Public Utility Research Center (PURC) 50th World Bank International Training Grant Funding Award

Record date · April 26, 2022

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What This Bill Does

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a to approve a payment for the University of Florida's Public Utility Research Center (PURC) to support a 50th World Bank International Training Grant.

Why it matters

This action authorizes the expenditure of county funds to support an international training program hosted by the University of Florida's Public Utility Research Center.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

University of Florida Public Utility Research Center

The center is the recipient of the grant funding award.

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County Taxpayers

County funds are being allocated to support this international training grant.

Key Facts

  • The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing file 22-0304 for approval.
  • The item concerns a payment for the UF Public Utility Research Center (PURC).
  • The payment is designated for the 50th World Bank International Training Grant Funding Award.
  • The item is classified as a 'Consent Item', typically reserved for routine or non-controversial matters.
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  • The document was introduced on March 31, 2022.

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What is a consent item?
A is a procedural classification for agenda items that are typically approved in a single vote without individual discussion, as they are considered routine.
What is the purpose of this payment?
The payment is to fund the 50th World Bank International Training Grant awarded to the University of Florida's Public Utility Research Center.

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