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Sister City Committee — June 13, 2024: Veracruz delegation budget approved; Fort Worth program presentation

Corpus ChristiJun 13, 20242 min read

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The Sister City Committee met June 13, 2024 in the Communications Conference Room. Committee heard a presentation on Fort Worth’s Sister Cities nonprofit model, discussed delegation visits (Agen, Veracruz), approved a $14,500 budget for the Veracruz delegation, and noted available account funds for ancillary expenses.

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Approved the Veracruz delegation visit budget at $14,500 (breakdown: transportation $5,500; welcome reception $2,500; farewell dinner $4,000; farewell breakfast $1,000; photo exchange $500; scrapbook $500; plus $500 for aloe tiles).
Noted $16,000 is available in the Sister Cities account to cover other event-related items.
Motion approved to allow Melody to attend events despite not serving on the committee at event time; Melody will give a print at the farewell dinner.
Requested Mae Ferguson (Fort Worth Sister City Program) to send written resources and a copy of their contract with the City for research purposes.
Postponed the Mayor's invitation to the Mayor of Agen for Buccaneer Days pending 24-25 budget approval.

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