This chapter shall be known as the "Gifts and Donations Ordinance."
The purpose of this chapter is to outline the uniform procedures which
govern the donation to and receipt by the town of gifts of money or of value
from citizens, foundations, business concerns and others, both for specific
purposes and for general use by the town.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
GIFT
Anything of value, unless consideration of equal value is received.
DONATIONS
Contributions that include cash, checks or any items of value.
At the conclusion of each fiscal year, the Town Manager shall provide
to the Town Council a list of all gifts accepted by the town during the preceding
fiscal year.
The Town Manager is authorized to enter into and negotiate preliminary
proposals for the acquisition of open space, easements and rights-of-way,
provided that any final agreements are submitted to the Town Council for approval.
No conveyance of any kind shall be recorded until authorized by the Town Council.