A policy is hereby established for the acceptance of donations
and gifts to the Borough of Sewickley, including any cash in an amount
of $1,000 or more, as provided for below:
A. A written proposal from the donor or giver shall detail the donation
or gift, amount and any stipulations requested by the donor.
B. The proposal shall be provided to Borough Council and forwarded to
the Borough Manager for a review by the Borough Manager's office
and by Borough staff.
C. The review shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
(1) What is the impact of the donation/gift on the real estate valuations
or real estate taxes?
(2) Is the donation/gift in compliance with the Borough of Sewickley
Zoning Ordinance?
(3) Is the donation/gift in any special district of the Borough, such
as steep slope, floodplain or historic district?
(4) What is the time period for completion of the donation/gift?
(5) Are there any requirements of Borough personnel or monies to complete
the donation or gift?
(6) What is the ongoing maintenance cost of the donation/gift?
(7) What is the Borough's insurance liability for the donation/gift?
(8) What is the ongoing insurance cost for the donation/gift?
(9) What is the useful life of the donation/gift?
The acceptance of the donation/gift will meet all current Borough
Code of Ordinances and all laws related to procurement and purchasing
by the Borough of Sewickley.
Upon receipt of the Borough Manager's review, the donation/gift
will be placed for approval by the Council of the Borough of Sewickley
at a public meeting.