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Finance Director replied that if not for the ARPA funds, debt would need to be issued in 2024 to pay for the HAWK crosswalk. Councilmember Shachner expressed his support for the proposal and spoke to the safety concerns that this crosswalk will address and the need for it. He expressed his desire to allocate $175,000 from his individual portion of ARPA funds toward this project. The Committee engaged in further dialogue on the process of allocating funds. President Litten clarified that ARPA guidelines permit funds to be allocated and spent after the 12/31/24 deadline and also that Council reserves the right to adjust funding if projects change in significant ways. Councilmember Shachner spoke to his personal priorities and how he is evaluating the proposals. He mentioned that the crosswalk will immediately impact day-to-day life in his ward and has been his priority since taking office. Other priorities of his include housing and small business support. Without any obiection by the committee or the administration, it was confirmed that Councilmember Shachner will allocate $175,000 of his ARPA funds to the proposed Madison Avenue HAWK signal. Madison Court Community Coalition—Madison Park Equipment& Storage - $20,000 requested Councilmember Bullock explained that his criteria for priorities are to layer upon existing investment and to prioritize one-time capital investments that create value for years to come. He explained that his proposal meets these criteria by building upon the city's existing investments at the park. He explained the specifics of the proposal which include a storage shed with tables and chairs to help facilitate more events. He read into the record a letter of support for the proposal by the Madison Court Community Coalition. It was confirmed that Councilmember Bullock will allocate $20,000 from his personal allocation toward this proposal. Director Leininger expressed a preference to incorporate this proposal into the Madison Park Master Plan so that the proposed structure is appropriately placed within the park and holistically incorporated. Councilmember Bullock and Director Leininger exchanged further remarks on how this proposal integrates with the Madison Park Master Plan. Director Leininger requested that the proposal be earmarked and implemented at the conclusion of the Master Plan. Councilmember Marx expressed a preference for holding off on this allocation under the Master Plan is completed. She added that public comment will be helpful to understand the community needs and goals for that park. 2