# MWM CDBG 2026 Docs (Clone)
## 2026 Pilot Proposal
2026 Farmington Youth Digital Wellness & Online Safety Pilot
RFP #26-166688 • City Council Presentation
Applicant and responsible party: MWM Photography LLC. Developing under Four Corners Digital Safety & Education (FCDSE). STEAM Photography Academy and Safe Harbor Digital Citizenship are public-facing program and curriculum names.
## Leave-Behind Summary
Leave-Behind Summary
MWM Photography LLC
Megan Kilpatrick • Megan@boudeiful.com • (505) 608-4566
| Section Title | Content |
| --- | --- |
| WHAT THIS PILOT IS | A small, non-clinical public service pilot for Farmington LMI youth ages 8–17: 25–50 unduplicated participants across 16 structured sessions, combining creative media with digital citizenship and online safety. |
| THE GAP IT FILLS | Addresses day-to-day digital wellness for kids and teens in a creative, accessible way that existing crisis, housing, food, and counseling partners don't cover. |
| HOW THE $18,000 IS USED | 100% to direct pilot delivery: instruction, materials, technology access, outreach, and evaluation. Administration capped at 10%. Roughly $360–$720 per participant. |
| WHAT THE CITY RECEIVES | Documented LMI benefit (51%+), attendance and completion (target 70%+), pre/post learning gains, family feedback, and a final outcome report before anything scales. |
## Legal Ownership & Operations
MWM Photography LLC — Applicant & Responsible Party
MWM Photography LLC is the applicant, contracting entity, fiscal entity, and responsible party for this CDBG application and any resulting agreement, unless and until the City of Farmington approves a written contracting change. The program is developing under Four Corners Digital Safety & Education (FCDSE); program names such as STEAM Photography Academy and Safe Harbor Digital Citizenship are public-facing curriculum brands.
This program is educational and non-clinical. It does not provide therapy, diagnosis, treatment, crisis counseling, or medical/mental health care.
## Appendix: Vol 1 Narrative
2026 Farmington Youth Digital Wellness & Online Safety Pilot
A proposed 2026 Farmington CDBG public service pilot. This program is educational and non-clinical. It does not provide therapy, diagnosis, treatment, crisis counseling, or medical/mental health care. Funding eligibility depends on the funder, district, agency, grant requirements, and current guidance — this page does not guarantee eligibility for any specific funding source.
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 PILOT PROPOSAL | Digital Wellness & Online Safety | Youth Program Pilot • City of Farmington CDBG | A locally rooted, youth-centered pilot program giving Farmington kids practical tools to stay safer online. |
| 2026 PILOT PROPOSAL | Digital Wellness & Online Safety | Youth Program Pilot • City of Farmington CDBG | A locally rooted, youth-centered pilot program giving Farmington kids practical tools to stay safer online. |
| 2026 PILOT PROPOSAL | Digital Wellness & Online Safety | Youth Program Pilot • City of Farmington CDBG | A locally rooted, youth-centered pilot program giving Farmington kids practical tools to stay safer online. |
| 2026 PILOT PROPOSAL | Digital Wellness & Online Safety | Youth Program Pilot • City of Farmington CDBG | A locally rooted, youth-centered pilot program giving Farmington kids practical tools to stay safer online. |
Cover Letter & Executive Summary
My name is Megan Kilpatrick, and I am the owner of MWM Photography LLC and founder of the Safe Harbor curriculum and the Four Corners Digital Wellness & Safety Collective.
I am submitting this proposal as a one-woman, locally rooted provider with a very specific mission: to give Farmington youth practical, developmentally appropriate tools to stay safer, healthier, and more grounded in their online lives.
**Planning range:** 25–50 unduplicated Farmington youth ages 8–17, across 16 structured sessions, under a one-lead-educator model, with a target completion rate of 70% or higher and at least 51% documented low- and moderate-income benefit.
STEAM Photography Academy / Four Corners Digital Safety & Education is currently building a 2026 pilot pathway for New Mexico schools, youth programs, families, and community partners. The proposed program combines creative media, photography, digital citizenship, online safety, healthy technology habits, and non-clinical wellness reflection tools. The program has not yet completed paid district contracts or large-scale school implementation. Grant funding and community partnerships would support pilot launch, materials, outreach, instruction, evaluation, and feedback collection.
As a single-member LLC with no employees, I can spin up a focused pilot quickly, adapt the curriculum in real time based on what Farmington youth are actually experiencing online, and keep overhead extremely low.
**Current Program Stage:** This proposal requests support for a 2026 pilot launch. The program has a developed instructional framework and pilot implementation plan, but it has not yet completed paid district contracts, institutional licensing, or large-scale school deployment. The pilot will generate the first formal outcome documentation, participant feedback, and implementation data for future improvement and sustainability planning.
**Non-Clinical Scope:** This program is educational and non-clinical. It does not provide therapy, diagnosis, treatment, crisis counseling, or medical/mental health care. Wellness activities are limited to age-appropriate reflection, healthy technology habits, creative expression, and emotional regulation education.
| Label | To | CC | Subject | Body |
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| OFFICIAL TRANSMITTAL | City of Farmington Community Development Department | Review Committee | 2026 CDBG Public Service Grant | This proposal is intentionally structured as a small, surgical, high-impact pilot. It is easy to monitor, easy to evaluate, and easy for the City to talk about: a modern, youth-centered program that meets kids where they actually are — on their devices — while reinforcing the work of schools, parents, and existing service providers. STEAM Photography Academy / Four Corners Digital Safety & Education is currently building a 2026 pilot pathway for New Mexico schools, youth programs, families, and community partners. The proposed program combines creative media, photography, digital citizenship, online safety, healthy technology habits, and non-clinical wellness reflection tools. The program has not yet completed paid district contracts or large-scale school implementation. Grant funding and community partnerships would support pilot launch, materials, outreach, instruction, evaluation, and feedback collection. Funding eligibility depends on the funder, district, agency, grant requirements, final use of funds, and current guidance. This document does not guarantee eligibility for any specific funding source. |
The Core Curriculum
Pre-existing Intellectual Property
I have developed the core instructional framework for this curriculum through my Little Lenses / STEAM Photography Academy and Safe Harbor Digital Citizenship content. This grant would allow me to pilot it specifically as a public service for low- and moderate-income families. The program is not starting from scratch — but grant funds support final materials preparation, delivery, outreach, evaluation, and documentation rather than foundational development.
SUB-RECIPIENT brings to this program substantial pre-existing intellectual property, including but not limited to: the Little Lenses Learning Academy / STEAM Photography Academy curriculum framework, Safe Harbor Digital Citizenship content, Mind & Heart Wellness Hub materials, photography and creative media lesson plans, workbooks, branded participant resources, and associated trademarks and copyrights.
**Note:** Pilot-ready curriculum materials and instructional pathways are being finalized for 2026 implementation. Requested funds are focused on pilot delivery, participant access, outreach, evaluation, and compliance documentation — not foundational curriculum creation.
**Funding Disclaimer:** Funding eligibility depends on the funder, district, agency, grant requirements, final use of funds, and current guidance. This document does not guarantee eligibility for any specific funding source.
Sustainability Plan
Post-Pilot Expansion Strategy
The funds requested go directly into pilot delivery, participant support, and measurable outcomes, rather than the administrative layers of a large organization. This clarification preserves SUB-RECIPIENT's ability to pursue future school and community partnership options following the pilot period, which is part of the documented sustainability plan presented in this proposal.
Long-term sustainability may include school and community partnerships, family-paid cohorts, fee-for-service workshops, approved education contracts, and future grants — after the pilot produces documented outcomes. MWM Photography LLC remains the applicant, contracting entity, fiscal entity, and responsible party for this CDBG application and any resulting agreement unless and until the City of Farmington provides written approval for any assignment, amendment, administrative transition, or contracting change.
| Phase | Milestone | Outcome |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Phase 1 | Summer Pilot Launch | Direct service to Farmington LMI youth. |
| Phase 2 | Evaluation & Reporting | Gather formal outcome data, participant feedback, and implementation learnings. |
| Phase 3 | Future Partnership Development | Potential school/community contracts after pilot outcomes are documented. |
## Appendix: Vol 2 Capacity
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 2 | Capacity & Operations | MWM Photography LLC Structure | How a single-member locally rooted LLC is structured to deliver public service safely and efficiently. |
| CATEGORY 2 | Capacity & Operations | MWM Photography LLC Structure | How a single-member locally rooted LLC is structured to deliver public service safely and efficiently. |
| CATEGORY 2 | Capacity & Operations | MWM Photography LLC Structure | How a single-member locally rooted LLC is structured to deliver public service safely and efficiently. |
| CATEGORY 2 | Capacity & Operations | MWM Photography LLC Structure | How a single-member locally rooted LLC is structured to deliver public service safely and efficiently. |
Organizational Structure
Single-Member Efficiency
MWM Photography LLC is a single-member limited liability company operating under the trade name Four Corners Digital Wellness & Safety Collective. Megan Kilpatrick serves as the sole owner and authorized representative.
Operating without employees or administrative overhead allows the organization to be nimble, dedicating 100% of awarded funds directly to program delivery and participant supplies rather than salaries or office leases.
MWM Photography LLC remains the applicant, contracting entity, fiscal entity, and responsible party for this CDBG application and any resulting agreement unless and until the City of Farmington provides written approval for any assignment, amendment, administrative transition, or contracting change.
Experience & Capability
With over twenty years of marketing, photography, and instructional design experience, the applicant brings substantial expertise in curriculum development, public speaking, and digital citizenship. The STEAM Photography Academy framework is being developed for 2026 pilot implementation, with upcoming community programming including the Farmington Public Library providing an early-stage proof-of-concept.
Informal conversations with parents, educators, and community contacts suggest local interest in accessible youth digital safety and creative media programming. Formal demand, satisfaction, and outcome data will be collected during the pilot. This program has not yet completed paid district contracts, large-scale school implementation, or institutional licensing.
| Focus Area | Capability |
| --- | --- |
| Curriculum Design | Full ownership of Little Lenses & Safe Harbor IP — core framework already developed |
| Financial Tracking | Reimbursement-ready accounting structures with separated fund buckets |
| Community Outreach | Established local networks and upcoming Farmington Public Library programming |
Funding Strategy
| Title | Script |
| --- | --- |
| BLENDED FUNDING APPROACH | I am actively pursuing a blended funding strategy to launch and sustain the program responsibly. Each funding source is assigned to a separate portion of the project budget to avoid duplication. Any grant funds awarded will be tracked separately and used only for eligible, non-overlapping expenses according to that funder's rules. Potential future school funding sources may include local district budgets, out-of-school-time funds, Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Enrichment, digital citizenship/digital equity initiatives, CTE enrichment, community foundation grants, and family-paid cohorts. Eligibility for any specific funding source depends on the buyer, grantor, final scope of work, and current funding guidance — and is not guaranteed by this proposal. |
## Appendix: Vol 3 Budget
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 3 | Budget & Timeline | Financial Plan & Milestones | Clear, separated, non-overlapping funding paths for the Digital Wellness 2026 Pilot. |
| CATEGORY 3 | Budget & Timeline | Financial Plan & Milestones | Clear, separated, non-overlapping funding paths for the Digital Wellness 2026 Pilot. |
| CATEGORY 3 | Budget & Timeline | Financial Plan & Milestones | Clear, separated, non-overlapping funding paths for the Digital Wellness 2026 Pilot. |
| CATEGORY 3 | Budget & Timeline | Financial Plan & Milestones | Clear, separated, non-overlapping funding paths for the Digital Wellness 2026 Pilot. |
CDBG Line Items
The CDBG request totals $18,000, with administration capped at exactly 10%. These funds are dedicated entirely to public service delivery for eligible Farmington youth: lead-educator instruction, participant materials, technology access for youth facing barriers, outreach and enrollment, compliance documentation, and evaluation. By separating these costs from curriculum preparation, we ensure zero overlap with other funding sources.
The core instructional framework has already been developed; requested funds are focused on final materials preparation, pilot delivery, participant access, outreach, evaluation, and compliance documentation — not foundational curriculum creation.
| Category | Amount | Percent | Purpose |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Program Instruction | $8,700 | 48.3% | Lead educator delivery, preparation, participant support, direct instruction. |
| Program Materials | $2,500 | 13.9% | Printed workbooks, safety guides, journals, creative media/photography supplies, take-home resources. |
| Technology & Platform Access | $2,000 | 11.1% | Curriculum platform access, hybrid tools, limited support for youth with technology barriers. |
| Outreach & Enrollment | $1,500 | 8.3% | Recruitment materials, partner coordination, enrollment packets, screening support, multilingual outreach. |
| Program Administration | $1,800 | 10.0% | CDBG files, scheduling, compliance documentation, financial tracking, reimbursement support, record management. |
| Evaluation & Reporting | $1,500 | 8.3% | Assessments, family surveys, outcome analysis, quarterly reports, final reporting. |
| TOTAL | $18,000 | 100% | All costs tied to approved program delivery, documentation, and compliance. |
Cost-Per-Client & Budget Control
| Metric | Calculation | Result |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Participants served | Target 25–50 youth | 25–50 unduplicated Farmington youth |
| Cost per participant at 50 | $18,000 / 50 | $360 per participant |
| Cost per participant at 25 | $18,000 / 25 | $720 per participant |
| Cost per session | $18,000 / 16 | $1,125 per full group session |
| Admin cap | $1,800 / $18,000 | 10.0% |
**Budget control:** If approved, expenses will be tracked separately by category, documented with receipts, invoices, timesheets, attendance, and eligibility records as required, and reimbursed only according to the City-approved process. The award is a ceiling, not a blank check — only documented, eligible costs actually incurred are reimbursed. If the City awards less than $18,000, the scope will be revised before launch rather than overpromised.
Insurance & Risk Mitigation
While the draft agreement requires $1M general liability, for a youth program, Sexual Abuse and Molestation (SAM) coverage is also required internally by MWM Photography LLC before commencement. Quotes are being secured from standard youth-program providers (Markel, Church Mutual, Philadelphia) and will be active prior to contract execution.
Student Privacy & Data-Minimization: The program is designed to limit unnecessary student data collection wherever possible. For school or partner implementations, final access procedures, parent permission, student image use, data-sharing, and privacy expectations will be confirmed with the school or partner before implementation. No identifiable student photos, names, or work samples will be used publicly without appropriate written permission. This program is designed to support school privacy expectations, but it does not claim formal FERPA, COPPA, HIPAA, state, or federal certification unless separately documented in writing.
Non-Clinical Scope: This program is educational and non-clinical. It does not provide therapy, diagnosis, treatment, crisis counseling, or medical/mental health care. Wellness activities are limited to age-appropriate reflection, healthy technology habits, creative expression, and emotional regulation education.
Funding Disclaimer: Funding eligibility depends on the funder, district, agency, grant requirements, final use of funds, and current guidance. Potential school funding pathways may include local district budgets, Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Enrichment, digital citizenship/digital equity initiatives, CTE enrichment, out-of-school-time funds, community foundation grants, family-paid cohorts, and approved education contracts when the final scope of work fits the funding rules. This document does not guarantee eligibility for any specific funding source.
## Appendix: Vol 4 Timeline
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 4 | Timeline | Controlled Launch Schedule | Direct youth service does not begin until every compliance step is complete. |
Timeline Principle
Direct youth service should not begin until the agreement, insurance, background screening, host-site approval, parent/guardian permissions, eligibility documentation process, and notice-to-proceed are complete. If award, contracting, venue, insurance, or background screening takes longer than expected, the schedule shifts before launch. The program will not rush compliance just to preserve a preferred start date.
Phased Schedule
| Phase | Timing | Actions | Documentation Produced |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 0. Award / Pre-Launch | Upon City direction | Confirm award terms, contracting entity, reporting schedule, reimbursement process, allowable costs, and host-site requirements. | Signed agreement or City direction; budget alignment notes; compliance checklist. |
| 1. Compliance Setup | Weeks 1–2 | Activate required insurance; complete background screening; finalize safety protocol; confirm no direct service before clearance. | Insurance certificate, screening confirmation, safety/privacy procedure file. |
| 2. Location + Schedule | Weeks 1–3 | Confirm host site, room, dates, supervision expectations, sign-in/sign-out flow, accessibility needs, and technology limits. | Host-site confirmation, calendar, logistics plan. |
| 3. Outreach + Enrollment | Weeks 2–4 | Recruit eligible Farmington families through approved channels; collect parent forms; verify residency and LMI eligibility before counting participants. | Enrollment roster, eligibility checklist, parent permission forms. |
| 4. Pilot Delivery | Weeks 5–12 | Deliver 16 structured sessions using creative media, digital safety, reflection, and take-home resources. | Attendance logs, session notes, project completion records, incident/referral notes if any. |
| 5. Evaluation + Closeout | Weeks 12–14 | Collect post-surveys, compile pre/post results, review budget documentation, and prepare final report. | Outcome tables, feedback summary, expense documentation, final report draft. |
| 6. Final Report | By City deadline | Submit final outcome report and any required quarterly/closeout documentation. | Final report, reimbursement backup, record-retention file index. |
## Appendix: Vol 5 Sample Session
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 5 | Sample Session | Privacy, Consent & Digital Footprints Through Photography | An example 90-minute session and the full 16-session pilot map. |
Session Overview
| Field | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Session Title | Privacy, Consent & Digital Footprints Through Photography |
| Length | 90 minutes |
| Age Range | Adaptable for ages 8–17; discussion depth and project complexity adjust by age group. |
| Core Question | What should we think about before we create, share, tag, save, or post an image? |
| Learning Goals | Students identify private information in images, explain consent before sharing, describe digital footprint basics, and complete a safe creative photo/storytelling activity. |
| Materials | Printed worksheet, sample non-identifying images, pencils, optional shared camera/smartphone/tablet, privacy checklist, take-home family conversation card. |
Minute-by-Minute Structure
| Time | Activity | Purpose |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0–10 min | Welcome, norms, and quick prompt: "What can a photo reveal without words?" | Build safety and focus; establish no-shame conversation. |
| 10–25 min | Image detective activity: students identify visible private clues in sample photos. | Teach privacy through concrete visual examples. |
| 25–40 min | Consent mini-lesson: taking, editing, sharing, tagging, saving, and group photos. | Make consent practical, not abstract. |
| 40–60 min | Creative lab: take or stage a non-identifying photo that tells a story without showing private details. | Practice safer creation using photography skills. |
| 60–75 min | Digital footprint reflection: what is safe to share, what stays private, and who decides? | Connect creative choices to online safety. |
| 75–85 min | Exit ticket: three checks before sharing an image. | Measure learning quickly. |
| 85–90 min | Take-home family card and close. | Extend learning to parent/guardian conversation. |
16-Session Pilot Map
| Block | Focus | Student Activity | Evidence of Completion |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1–4 | Foundations: orientation, safety vocabulary, privacy, digital footprints | Norms, pre-assessment, image privacy lab, sharing checklist. | Roster, signed forms, pre-assessment, worksheet. |
| 5–8 | Online conflict, cyberbullying, scams, phishing, suspicious messages | Scenario practice, help-seeking map, red-flag sorting activity. | Reflection form, knowledge check. |
| 9–12 | Social media safety, gaming safety, healthy technology habits | Settings conversation, safe communication plan, screen-time reflection. | Safety plan worksheet, habit goal. |
| 13–16 | Creative media project, ethical sharing, portfolio, post-assessment | Storytelling, editing, project finalization, family feedback. | Project, post-survey, completion record. |
## Appendix: Vol 6 Outcomes & Reporting
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 6 | Outcomes & Reporting | What Gets Measured and What the City Receives | Numbers, not just anecdotes: who was served, what was delivered, what changed. |
Outcomes Framework
| Category | Target / Indicator | Measurement Method | Documentation Source | Report Format |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Reach | 25–50 unduplicated Farmington youth | Enrollment count after residency/LMI screening | Roster and participant files | Aggregate count only |
| LMI Benefit | At least 51% LMI documented; 100% screened before being counted | City-approved intake / eligibility process | Eligibility checklist and confidential source documentation | Aggregate percentage and file index |
| Sessions Delivered | 16 structured sessions | Session logs | Instructor notes and attendance sheets | Session completion table |
| Attendance | Track attendance each session | Sign-in/sign-out or attendance sheet | Attendance log | Total attendance and average participation |
| Completion | Target 70% or higher among enrolled participants | Completion rule set before launch | Attendance + project completion | Completion rate |
| Digital Safety Learning | Measurable gain from pre to post | Age-appropriate pre/post safety questions | Assessments without public student names | Aggregate learning change |
| Creative Project Completion | Target 75% complete a project or portfolio element | Project checklist | Project log; no public images without permission | Aggregate completion rate |
| Family Feedback | Family awareness and satisfaction indicators | Short parent/guardian survey | Survey summary | Aggregate satisfaction themes |
| Participant Feedback | Student confidence and usefulness ratings | Age-appropriate exit survey | Survey summary | Aggregate scores and themes |
| Fiscal Documentation | Every reimbursement tied to approved cost category | Receipts, invoices, time records, expense log | Financial file | Budget-to-actual summary |
Reporting Promise
The final report should use numbers, not just anecdotes: who was served, what was delivered, what changed, what was learned, and whether future funding is justified. Public-facing reporting will not include identifiable student information without written permission.
## Appendix: Vol 7 LMI Eligibility
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 7 | LMI Eligibility & Documentation | Intake and Recordkeeping Plan | A simple intake and recordkeeping flow built around CDBG documentation needs. |
Eligibility Position
The pilot is designed to benefit Farmington low- and moderate-income youth and families. At least 51% LMI benefit must be documented, and participants should complete City-approved residency and eligibility documentation before being counted toward CDBG outcomes.
Enrollment Workflow
| Step | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| 1. Interest / Referral | Family or partner receives program information with no guarantee of enrollment until eligibility and space are confirmed. |
| 2. Parent/Guardian Intake | Collect youth name, age/grade, parent contact, emergency contact, accessibility notes, pickup authorization, and media preference. |
| 3. Farmington Residency Screen | Verify that the youth/family meets the City-approved Farmington residency requirement before final enrollment. |
| 4. LMI Documentation | Use the City-approved method: income self-certification, qualifying assistance documentation, or another approved eligibility pathway. |
| 5. Final Enrollment | Participant is added to the official roster only after required forms are complete and space is available. |
| 6. Confidential File Setup | Store participant documents securely, separate public reporting from private source documentation, and retain records per City requirements. |
Documentation Checklist
| Document | Purpose | Private / Public Use |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parent/guardian enrollment form | Program contact, permissions, emergency information | Private file |
| Farmington residency documentation/check | Confirm service to eligible City residents | Private file; aggregate reported |
| LMI eligibility form or approved support documentation | Document CDBG benefit to LMI households | Private file; aggregate reported |
| Attendance log | Track service delivered and completion | Aggregate report |
| Pre/post learning tools | Measure digital safety learning gains | Aggregate report |
| Parent/participant survey | Measure satisfaction and usefulness | Aggregate report |
| Media release choice | Document whether identifiable images may be used | Private file; controls public use |
**If a family declines income documentation:** the family may receive general information if allowed, but the participant should not be counted as a CDBG-eligible participant unless the City-approved eligibility documentation is complete.
## Appendix: Vol 8 Safety, Privacy & Insurance
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 8 | Safety, Privacy & Insurance | Youth Protection and Non-Clinical Boundaries | Youth safety, parent communication, data minimization, and clear role boundaries. |
Safety Boundaries
This is educational and enrichment-based. It is not therapy, counseling, diagnosis, treatment, crisis response, or medical/mental health care. Host-site and City safety protocols control emergencies, incident reporting, suspected abuse/exploitation disclosures, self-harm concerns, threats, or situations requiring clinical support. A parent/guardian and emergency contact must be on file before participation. Sign-in/sign-out, pickup authorization, attendance tracking, and incident documentation are used for youth safety and accountability. No transportation of youth is included unless the City specifically approves a transportation plan in writing. No student is required to post publicly, use a personal social media account, create a public profile, or upload private information to participate.
Privacy Rules
| Privacy Control | Program Rule | Reason |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Data Minimization | Collect only what is needed for enrollment, eligibility, attendance, safety, parent contact, and outcome reporting. | Reduces risk and protects families. |
| Media Consent | No identifiable student photos, video, names, quotes, or projects used publicly without written parent/guardian permission. | Protects student identity and family choice. |
| Non-Identifying Documentation | Use hands, projects, objects, scenery, aggregate data, or anonymized examples when permission is not granted. | Allows reporting without exposing children. |
| Secure Storage | Participant files stored securely; access limited to approved program/compliance needs. | Supports confidentiality and audit readiness. |
| AI / Online Tools | No required student public account creation or upload of personal data unless approved by City/host site and parent/guardian. | Protects minors from avoidable digital exposure. |
| Incident Documentation | Document safety concerns factually and refer/escalate according to required protocols. | Keeps role boundaries clear. |
**Boundary answer for Council:** If a child discloses danger, abuse, exploitation, self-harm, or an emergency need, I do not treat it as a classroom problem or provide counseling. I follow the host site, City, parent/guardian, and legally required reporting/referral process.
Insurance & Background-Check Readiness
Direct youth service will not begin until required insurance, background screening, host-site approval, and City contracting requirements are active, documented, and accepted by the City or host site. General liability: provide certificate per City/host-site requirements before launch. Youth-program coverage: add or document Sexual Abuse & Molestation (SAM) coverage if required by the City, host site, insurer, or final agreement. Background screening: complete the City-required and/or host-site-required process before working with youth. No unapproved substitute, volunteer, contractor, or helper will supervise youth. Any item purchased with CDBG funds follows the City-approved property, inventory, use, and disposition process.
| If Asked | Answer |
| --- | --- |
| Do you already have coverage active? | The pilot will not start until required coverage is active and documented. I will follow the exact City/host-site requirement. |
| What if you get sick? | The safest plan is to reschedule within the approved pilot window unless the City approves a cleared substitute in writing. |
| Who owns purchased equipment? | Whatever the City requires. I will not assume personal ownership of CDBG-funded property without written approval. |
| Do you have staff? | This is scoped as a one-lead-educator pilot. Any support role must be approved and cleared before working with youth. |
## Appendix: Vol 9 Forms & Final Report
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 9 | Forms & Final Report | Parent Permission Sample and Final Report Outline | Working samples for Council/staff review; final forms align to the City contract. |
Parent / Guardian Permission Sample
This is a working sample for Council/staff review. The final parent/guardian form should be approved or adjusted to match the City contract, host-site policy, insurer requirements, and any required language before enrollment.
| Acknowledgment |
| --- |
| I give permission for my child to participate in the Safe Harbor + STEAM Photography Academy pilot. |
| I understand this is an educational and enrichment program, not therapy, diagnosis, treatment, crisis counseling, medical care, or mental health care. |
| I understand program staff will follow host-site, City, parent/guardian, and legally required reporting/referral procedures if a safety concern arises. |
| I understand my child is not required to post publicly, use personal social media, or share private information online to participate. |
| I understand attendance, participation, project completion, and anonymous/aggregate feedback may be used for program reporting. |
| Media Release Option | Meaning |
| --- | --- |
| YES | Permission for identifiable photos/video/audio/quotes/projects of my child for approved program reporting or promotion. |
| LIMITED | Permission only for non-identifying photos such as hands, projects, objects, or group activity where my child is not identifiable. |
| NO | Do not use identifiable images, video, audio, name, quote, or project work from my child publicly. |
Final Report — Table of Contents
The final report should help the City answer one question: did this small pilot deliver an eligible public service benefit to Farmington youth, and is there enough evidence to consider continuation or expansion? Sections: (1) Executive summary; (2) Program description; (3) Participant reach; (4) CDBG eligibility summary (aggregate only); (5) Budget-to-actual summary; (6) Outputs; (7) Outcomes; (8) Safety/privacy summary; (9) Lessons learned; (10) Recommendation — continue, revise, pause, or expand based on data; (11) Appendices.
Sample Report Dashboard
| Measure | Target | Actual | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Unduplicated youth served | 25–50 | TBD after pilot | Only counted after eligibility documentation. |
| LMI benefit | At least 51% | TBD after pilot | Aggregate only. |
| Sessions delivered | 16 | TBD after pilot | Include canceled/rescheduled notes. |
| Completion rate | 70%+ | TBD after pilot | Completion rule set before launch. |
| Learning gain | Measurable pre/post improvement | TBD after pilot | Age-appropriate assessment. |
| Family satisfaction | Positive usefulness feedback | TBD after pilot | Survey summary. |
| Budget documentation | 100% supported | TBD after pilot | Receipts/invoices/time records. |
**Public reporting rule:** The public version of the final report should use aggregate data and non-identifying examples unless written permission allows identifiable student media.
## Appendix: Vol 10 Exhibits
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 4 | Contract Exceptions | Exhibits & Clarifications | Good-faith clarifications regarding IP protection and single-member LLC structures. |
| CATEGORY 4 | Contract Exceptions | Exhibits & Clarifications | Good-faith clarifications regarding IP protection and single-member LLC structures. |
| CATEGORY 4 | Contract Exceptions | Exhibits & Clarifications | Good-faith clarifications regarding IP protection and single-member LLC structures. |
| CATEGORY 4 | Contract Exceptions | Exhibits & Clarifications | Good-faith clarifications regarding IP protection and single-member LLC structures. |
Contract Clarifications
| Title | Script |
| --- | --- |
| CLARIFICATION TEXT | SUB-RECIPIENT submits the following good-faith clarifications, recognizing this is a small public service grant ($18,000) and SUB-RECIPIENT is a single-member LLC with no employees or subcontractors. 1. Article 20 (Publication, Reproduction and Use of Material): Requests clarification that the royalty-free license to CITY applies only to materials newly developed with CDBG funds during the grant term, and does NOT extend to SUB-RECIPIENT’s pre-existing intellectual property, including the Little Lenses Learning Academy / STEAM Photography Academy curriculum... |
Detailed Exception Breakdown
| Article | Topic | Justification |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Article 20 | Intellectual Property | Protects ability to license Little Lenses, Safe Harbor to school districts later. Compliant with 2 CFR 200.315. |
| Article 14.A & 15.A | Workers' Comp | NM Workers' Comp Act exempts single-member LLCs with 0 employees. |
| Article 14.D | Personnel Policies | No board-adopted manual exists due to 0 employees. Adhering to state/federal laws. |
| Article 19.B | Audit Requirements | Expended $0 Federal funds in FY25. Not subject to Single Audit. |
| Article 22 | Assignment | Permits assignment to Four Corners Digital Safety & Education LLC upon City approval. |
Entity Documents
Certificate of Good Standing and EIN Letter are included in the Exhibits folder as required. Entity registration details align with MWM Photography LLC as the applicant, contracting entity, and fiscal entity. Any future successor entity assignment requires prior written approval from the City of Farmington.
MWM Photography LLC remains the responsible party for this CDBG application and any resulting agreement unless and until the City of Farmington provides written approval for any assignment, amendment, administrative transition, or contracting change.
Formal applicant documentation is provided directly to authorized grant reviewers or partners upon request.
## Appendix: Vol 11 Impact
| Badge | Title | Subtitle | Tagline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CATEGORY 5 | Community Impact | Letters of Support & Sustainability | Demonstrating the local backing and honest 2026 pilot vision of the Digital Wellness Initiative. |
| CATEGORY 5 | Community Impact | Letters of Support & Sustainability | Demonstrating the local backing and honest 2026 pilot vision of the Digital Wellness Initiative. |
| CATEGORY 5 | Community Impact | Letters of Support & Sustainability | Demonstrating the local backing and honest 2026 pilot vision of the Digital Wellness Initiative. |
| CATEGORY 5 | Community Impact | Letters of Support & Sustainability | Demonstrating the local backing and honest 2026 pilot vision of the Digital Wellness Initiative. |
Letters of Support
| Label | To | CC | Subject | Body |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| LETTER OF SUPPORT — LAW ENFORCEMENT & EDUCATOR | City of Farmington Community Development | Digital Wellness Initiative | Support for 2026 Digital Wellness Pilot | I am writing to express my strong support for the proposed Digital Wellness & Online Safety Youth Program. Many youth — especially those in low- and moderate-income households — spend significant time online without structured guidance in digital safety, privacy awareness, or responsible technology use. This proposed program directly addresses those needs by providing structured instruction in digital safety, healthy technology habits, and creative digital skills through an engaging, youth-centered approach. I support this initiative as a 2026 pilot program and look forward to seeing its outcomes documented for future community use. |
| Source | Perspective | Key Quote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rachel DiScenza | Law Enforcement Officer | Combines hands-on photography with practical education in online responsibility. |
| Shanda | Local Educator | Crucial tools for students to navigate a screen-heavy world safely. |
Long-Term Sustainability
The Digital Wellness Initiative is designed so that it is not dependent on continuous CDBG funding. The 2026 pilot program will allow for curriculum refinement and formal data collection. The resulting evaluation will be used to pursue potential future school and community partnerships, independent foundation grants, and family-paid cohort options — creating a path toward a self-sustaining model that could continue serving the community without ongoing municipal subsidies.
Long-term sustainability options may be pursued after pilot outcomes are documented. Future school and community partnership opportunities are proposed, not confirmed. Potential future funding pathways may include local district budgets, Title IV-A, digital citizenship/digital equity initiatives, CTE enrichment, community foundation grants, family-paid cohorts, and approved education contracts — eligibility depends on each funder, agency, and final scope of work and is not guaranteed by this proposal.
MWM Photography LLC remains the responsible party for this application and any resulting agreement unless and until the City approves any change in writing.
Conclusion
| Title | Script |
| --- | --- |
| FINAL CLOSING THOUGHTS | I understand that awarding CDBG funds requires the City to balance many urgent needs. My hope is that this proposal offers you a complementary option: a small, tightly scoped 2026 pilot that addresses a modern risk factor for our kids, fits comfortably within the CDBG public service framework, and leverages the flexibility and focus of a single local founder who is deeply invested in this community. The strongest version of this proposal is not 'we already did all this.' The strongest version is: this is a new, local, New Mexico-built pilot seeking CDBG support to launch responsibly, document real outcomes, and improve access for youth and families. This program is educational and non-clinical. It does not provide therapy, diagnosis, treatment, crisis counseling, or medical/mental health care. |
## Thank You & Contact
THANK YOU
Giving Farmington youth practical tools to stay safer online.
MWM Photography LLC
RFP #26-166688 • 2026 CDBG Public Service Pilot
| Icon | Label | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| :icon-user-round: | Contact | Megan Kilpatrick, Owner |
| :icon-mail: | Email | Megan@boudeiful.com |
| :icon-phone: | Phone | (505) 608-4566 |
| :icon-map-pin: | Service Area | Farmington & the Four Corners Region |
MWM Photography LLC remains the applicant, contracting entity, fiscal entity, and responsible party for this CDBG application and any resulting agreement. Developing under Four Corners Digital Safety & Education (FCDSE).
## 🔒 PRESENTER ONLY — Rehearsal
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Your Anchor Message — Use It Over and Over
**Anchor sentence (memorize this):** "I am asking for a small, controlled, documented public service pilot for eligible Farmington youth — not a permanent program, not clinical care, and not unrestricted business funding."
Longer version if you have room: "I'm not asking the City to fund a vague idea tonight. I'm asking for a controlled pilot that produces attendance data, LMI documentation, learning outcomes, family feedback, and a final report the City can evaluate before anything scales."
Frame to remember: CDBG exists to benefit low- and moderate-income residents. Federal rules cap public-service spending at 15% of the grant formula, so council will test whether this is truly eligible, trackable public service — **not** business expansion. Farmington's CDBG averages about $55,000/year for public service organizations. Keep landing on: eligible, documented, non-clinical, direct service.
5-Minute Talking Points
| Time | Beat | What to Say |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0:00 | Open with the kid | I'm Megan Kilpatrick. Farmington kids live online. This pilot gives them practical tools to stay safer and healthier there. |
| 1:00 | The gap | Crisis partners handle emergencies. Nobody is teaching everyday digital wellness in a creative, accessible way. That's the gap. |
| 2:00 | The ask | $18,000 in CDBG public service funds for 25–50 eligible youth ages 8–17, 16 sessions. 100% to delivery: instruction $8,700, materials $2,500, technology $2,000, outreach $1,500, evaluation $1,500. Admin capped at 10% ($1,800). About $360–$720 per participant. |
| 3:00 | Why me | Single-member LLC, no overhead. I can launch fast, adapt in real time, and keep every dollar on the kids. 20+ years experience, framework already built. |
| 4:00 | Sustainability + close | Controlled launch: nothing starts until insurance, screening, host site, and eligibility are set. Then 16 sessions, evaluation, and a final report before anything scales. Low-risk, high-visibility win for the City. |
Anticipated Council Questions
| Question | Your Answer |
| --- | --- |
| You're one person. What if you get sick or can't deliver? | The pilot is scoped small and to a fixed cohort so it's recoverable. MWM remains the responsible party, and any transition requires the City's written approval. Curriculum and materials are already documented, not in my head. |
| How do we know this isn't overlapping with other funding? | Each funding source is assigned to a separate budget bucket. CDBG funds only cover eligible, non-overlapping delivery costs, tracked separately. Zero duplication. |
| Is this therapy or mental health treatment? | No. It's strictly educational and non-clinical: age-appropriate reflection, healthy tech habits, creative expression. No therapy, diagnosis, or counseling. |
| It's a youth program. What about child safety? | $1M general liability plus Sexual Abuse & Molestation coverage, active before I start. Quotes from standard youth-program insurers. No identifiable student images used without written permission. |
| How do you document the 51% LMI benefit? | Participant eligibility is documented at enrollment per CDBG requirements, with at least 51% qualifying as low-to-moderate income, supported by outreach to eligible families. |
| You haven't run paid district contracts yet. Why fund you? | That's exactly what the pilot is for: it generates the first formal outcome data and feedback. The framework is built; this funds delivery and proof, not starting from scratch. |
| What happens after the $18,000 runs out? | Documented pilot outcomes open Phase 3: school and community partnerships, family-paid cohorts, Title IV-A and other education funding. The pilot is the foundation for sustainability. |
| How many youth will this $18,000 actually serve? | The submitted planning range is 25–50 unduplicated Farmington youth ages 8–17 across 16 sessions. That's roughly $360 to $720 per participant. I'd rather promise a realistic, focused cohort and report honestly than overstate reach. |
| Why CDBG funds specifically instead of another source? | CDBG public service dollars are designed for exactly this: direct benefit to low-and-moderate-income residents. My budget is 100% delivery to LMI youth, admin capped at 10%, which fits the program's intent precisely. |
| What are the measurable outcomes you'll report back? | Participation and completion rates, pre/post understanding of online safety concepts, family and participant satisfaction, and documented LMI benefit. This pilot produces the first formal outcome dataset. |
| What ages and grade levels does this serve? | It's built for kids and teens, with age-appropriate material at each level. Content scales from younger creative-media basics to older digital-citizenship and online-safety topics. |
| Where will the program physically take place? | In accessible community settings such as library and partner spaces in Farmington. I'm finalizing locations; the Farmington Public Library programming serves as an early proof-of-concept venue. |
| How will you recruit and reach LMI families? | Through existing local networks, library programming, and partner referrals, with outreach targeted to eligible neighborhoods and families so we meet the 51% LMI documentation requirement. |
| What's your timeline if we approve this tonight? | Phase 1 launches Summer 2026 with direct service, Phase 2 is evaluation and reporting right after, and Phase 3 is partnership development once outcomes are documented. Insurance is active before I begin. |
| Do you have references or partners who can vouch for you? | Yes. I can provide professional references and point to upcoming Farmington Public Library programming, plus community contacts familiar with my 20+ years of instructional and creative work. |
| Walk us through the budget line by line. | Six categories totaling $18,000: Instruction $8,700 (48.3%), Materials $2,500 (13.9%), Technology & Platform Access $2,000 (11.1%), Outreach & Enrollment $1,500 (8.3%), Administration $1,800 (10% cap), and Evaluation & Reporting $1,500 (8.3%). That's roughly $360 per participant at 50 youth, $720 at 25, or $1,125 per session. |
| Who owns the cameras and equipment after the pilot? | Equipment purchased for the pilot stays dedicated to the program's youth service. I'll follow whatever property and inventory tracking the City requires for CDBG-funded items. |
| How do you handle background checks for working with kids? | I'll complete the background screening the City and any host site require before working with youth, alongside the SAM insurance coverage that's active before I start. |
| What's your plan if you don't hit enrollment targets? | I adjust outreach and, if needed, tighten the cohort so each enrolled participant still gets full value. The pilot is deliberately scoped to stay deliverable even at lower numbers. |
| How is this different from what schools already teach? | Schools cover bits of digital citizenship inside packed curricula. This is dedicated, creative, hands-on time on everyday digital wellness and online safety, in an out-of-school setting that reaches kids differently. |
| Are you duplicating services from existing nonprofits? | No. Crisis and clinical partners handle emergencies and treatment. I fill the day-to-day, preventive, educational gap and complement those partners rather than competing with them. |
| How will you protect student data and privacy? | Data minimization: I collect only what's needed, store it securely, and don't use identifiable student images without written permission. I don't claim FERPA, COPPA, or HIPAA certification unless it's documented. |
| What's your reporting and reimbursement process? | I keep reimbursement-ready accounting with funds separated into distinct buckets, and I'll submit documentation on the City's schedule. Every CDBG dollar is traceable to an eligible delivery cost. |
| Why should we fund a business and not a nonprofit? | CDBG public service funds can support a qualified provider delivering eligible LMI benefit. As a lean single-member LLC I carry no overhead, so more of the award reaches the kids than a staffed organization could. |
| What happens to the program if a council member's priorities change? | The pilot stands on documented outcomes, not politics. The deliverables and reporting are defined up front, so the City can judge it on results regardless of who's at the table. |
| Can this scale, or is it always going to need grants? | It's designed to scale. Once the pilot documents outcomes, Phase 3 opens district contracts, family-paid cohorts, and education funding streams, reducing reliance on any single grant over time. |
| What's the biggest risk to this project, honestly? | The honest risk is being a one-person operation. I mitigate it by scoping small, documenting all curriculum and materials, carrying proper insurance, and keeping the City as approver of any change. |
| Have you delivered a program like this before? | I've spent 20+ years in instruction, photography, and curriculum design, and I own the frameworks I'm using. This specific pilot is the first formal delivery, which is exactly what the funding is meant to prove out. |
| How do parents stay involved or informed? | Through enrollment communication, family-facing materials, and permission processes. Parent and family interest and feedback are part of the satisfaction data I'll collect. |
| What does success look like one year from now? | A completed pilot with documented LMI benefit and outcome data, satisfied families, and at least one credible partnership or funding pathway opened for Phase 3, proving the model works in Farmington. |
| Is $18,000 the full cost, or will you be back for more? | This request fully funds the pilot as scoped. Future phases would seek their own dedicated, non-overlapping funding, not a repeat ask of these same CDBG dollars. |
| Why does this matter for Farmington specifically? | Our kids are online just like everywhere else, but accessible, creative digital-wellness programming isn't here yet. This is a low-cost, high-visibility way for the City to lead on something families genuinely need. |
| What outcomes would justify renewing or expanding funding? | Strong completion and satisfaction, documented LMI benefit, measurable gains in online-safety understanding, and demonstrated demand. If the data's strong, expansion is an easy case. |
| Who exactly are we contracting with — MWM, Four Corners, STEAM Photography Academy, or Safe Harbor? | The responsible party is the legal applicant named in the submitted application and any final City contract. STEAM Photography Academy and Safe Harbor are public-facing program/curriculum names. Final paperwork aligns exactly with the City's vendor and contracting requirements, so there's no confusion about responsibility, payment, insurance, reporting, or ownership. |
| Is this really eligible CDBG public service, or business development for you? | This is structured as public service delivery to eligible Farmington youth, not unrestricted business development. The City funds defined services: instruction, outreach/enrollment, participant materials, attendance tracking, outcome measurement, and final reporting. Any future business growth stands on its own after the pilot. |
| What exactly are we buying for $18,000? | A complete pilot package: curriculum delivery, youth sessions, enrollment support, family communication, participant materials, LMI eligibility documentation, attendance records, pre/post learning measures, satisfaction feedback, and a final outcome report. It is not a general donation to my business. |
| Is any of this profit? | The budget is service-based and documentation-ready. Instructor time is direct delivery. Administrative time is limited and tied to enrollment, compliance, reporting, scheduling, and reimbursement documentation. Every dollar is traceable to an eligible pilot cost. |
| What if we decide cameras/equipment are not an allowable expense? | I'll follow the City's written guidance. I won't purchase equipment with CDBG funds unless the City confirms it's allowable and approves the property/inventory process. If preferred, that line can shift to rentals, loaner kits, printing, project materials, or City-controlled inventory. The pilot does not depend on me personally acquiring assets. |
| What happens if you spend less than $18,000? | Then I only request reimbursement for documented, eligible costs actually incurred. The award amount is the ceiling, not a blank check. |
| What happens if costs run higher than $18,000? | The pilot is scoped to stay within the award. I would not expect the City to cover overages absent a separate written approval or amendment. My job is to deliver the approved scope within the approved budget. |
| What if a family doesn't want to disclose income? | I use whatever documentation method the City approves — self-certification, referral documentation, income form, or other approved process. If a family declines required eligibility documentation, I would not count them as a CDBG-eligible participant. |
| What if a child discloses abuse, self-harm, exploitation, or danger? | I stop treating it as a classroom issue and follow the host site's safety protocol, City requirements, and applicable reporting laws. I document it, notify the appropriate authority as required, and refer out to qualified crisis or clinical professionals. I would not attempt to counsel, diagnose, or handle a crisis beyond my role. |
| Will students be posting online or using personal accounts during the program? | No. No student has to post publicly or use a personal social media account to participate. We teach online safety, consent, digital footprints, and privacy without requiring any public posting. |
| Why photography? Why not just teach internet safety directly? | Photography gives students a hands-on reason to care. It makes privacy, consent, identity, and digital footprints concrete instead of abstract. A lecture is easy to tune out; a creative project makes the lesson stick. |
| Will you transport children, or provide food? | No transportation under this pilot unless the City approves a plan in writing; families or the host site handle that. Snacks only if allowed by the budget and host-site rules, kept simple with allergy info. The core program depends on neither. |
| How will pickup and drop-off and on-site safety work? | Sign-in/sign-out procedures, emergency contacts, parent/guardian communication, and host-site safety rules. I won't operate it casually — youth safety procedures are in place before the first session. |
| What if a student has no phone, camera, or internet at home? | That's exactly why this is community-based. Students don't need personal devices or paid software. The pilot uses shared tools, guided activities, printed materials, and in-session instruction. No paid apps or subscriptions required. |
| Will this include Diné/Navajo-specific content? | The CDBG pilot stays focused on Farmington youth while being respectful and adaptable for local families. Any culturally specific Diné version should be developed carefully with appropriate community input — not rushed or claimed as finalized without it. |
| What about Spanish-speaking families, or students with disabilities? | Core materials use plain language; if the City identifies language-access needs I can adapt parent communication or coordinate translation as the budget allows. For disabilities and neurodivergent students: flexible pacing, visual instructions, hands-on activities, and alternative ways to participate, coordinated with the host site. |
| What would make the pilot a failure? | Poor attendance, weak documentation, unclear outcomes, or not meeting the LMI requirement. That's exactly why I'm keeping the scope small, documentation-heavy, and realistic. |
| What will the final report include? | Number enrolled and completed, attendance, eligibility documentation summary, budget/reimbursement documentation, learning measures, family/participant feedback, permitted project examples, lessons learned, and a recommendation on whether the model should continue, change, or stop. |
| Are you going to use this to sell paid programs to families? | No CDBG-funded session will be used as a sales pitch. If future paid cohorts exist, they're separate from the CDBG pilot, separately funded, and not mixed with CDBG eligibility reporting. |
| Is your youth-entrepreneur idea part of this ask? | Only as age-appropriate enrichment if it supports the approved educational outcomes. CDBG funds wouldn't be used as business start-up money or a separate entrepreneurship program unless the City specifically approves that scope. The core ask remains digital safety, creative media, and youth public service. |
Questions Most Likely to Rattle You
| Question | Say This |
| --- | --- |
| Have you ever done this exact program before? | This exact CDBG-funded pilot is the first formal version. What I have done is build the curriculum foundation through years of photography, instruction, and youth/family-centered program development. That's why I'm not asking for a large rollout — I'm asking for a controlled pilot to prove the model responsibly. |
| Why should we trust you with public funds? | Because I'm asking for a small, documented, reimbursement-ready pilot with clear deliverables, not an unrestricted award. The City can require insurance, background checks, approved documentation, budget controls, and final reporting before expansion is ever considered. |
| Is this too new? | It's new as a formal City-funded pilot, yes. But the need is current, the curriculum framework is built, and the scope is intentionally small. A pilot is the correct low-risk way to test it. |
| What if the numbers don't prove it works? | Then the City has a clear answer before investing further. That's the value of a pilot. I'm not asking anyone to assume success — I'm asking for the chance to measure it. |
| Are you personally ready to deliver this? | Yes, under a realistic scope. I'm ready to finalize the schedule, insurance, background checks, host-site coordination, enrollment process, and reporting structure before launch. |
Word Choice: Say This, Not That
Avoid Saying
Therapy • Treatment • Counseling • "Certified HIPAA/FERPA/COPPA" • Guaranteed outcomes • "I can serve everyone" • "The City is buying my cameras" • "This will definitely go statewide" • "Partners are locked in" • "I'll figure out documentation later" • "This is my business launch"
Use Instead
Educational • Preventive • Non-clinical • Pilot • Documented • Eligible direct service • City-approved process • Outcome report • Small, controlled cohort • Reimbursement-ready • LMI benefit
Your Best Closing Statement
"I understand the City has to protect public funds. That is why this is scoped as a small pilot, not a permanent commitment. If approved, I will deliver the program under the City's requirements, document eligible participation, track expenses separately, report outcomes clearly, and give the City enough evidence to decide whether this model deserves to continue."
**Final line to land on:** "This pilot gives Farmington a low-risk way to test a practical youth digital safety service, document the benefit to eligible families, and decide from local evidence whether it deserves to continue."
Presenter One-Liners (Keep for Yourself)
| Pressure Point | Best Short Answer |
| --- | --- |
| If they ask if this is therapy | No. This is educational, preventive, and non-clinical. It does not provide diagnosis, treatment, counseling, crisis care, or medical/mental health care. |
| If they ask why fund a business | The City is funding defined public service delivery and documentation, not unrestricted business growth. More of the award goes to direct service because overhead is low. |
| If they ask about being one person | That's exactly why the pilot is small, documented, and scoped around one lead educator, 16 sessions, 25–50 youth, and a controlled $18,000 request. |
| If they ask about overlap with nonprofits | This complements existing services. Crisis, housing, food, and counseling partners have their lanes; this fills the day-to-day digital safety and creative prevention gap. |
| If they ask about partial funding | I would revise the scope before launch so the pilot remains deliverable and compliant. I would not promise the full $18,000 scope on a smaller award. |
| If they ask about equipment/property | Any CDBG-funded property follows the City-approved inventory, ownership, use, and disposition process. I will not assume personal ownership without written approval. |
| If they ask what success looks like | A completed pilot with documented LMI benefit, attendance, completion, learning outcomes, family feedback, and a clear final report the City can evaluate. |
| If you do not know | I do not want to guess on a compliance issue. I will follow the City written requirement and provide that detail before funds are spent or youth service begins. |
Morning-Of: Lead With / Don't Lead With
Lead With
Small pilot • Eligible Farmington youth and families • CDBG documentation • Safety and privacy controls • Direct service and measurable outcomes • Final report before any expansion
Don't Lead With
Amazon, statewide rollout, smart vehicles, franchise/licensing, long-range business expansion • Personal hardship or why you need the funding • Claims of therapy, treatment, counseling, clinical outcomes, compliance certification, state/tribal approval, school endorsement, or guaranteed results
Print / Carry Checklist
Print 3–5 complete packets if possible; if printing is limited, print the One-Page Summary + Budget plus the Final Report table of contents • Bring one copy of the submitted CDBG materials • Bring any City email, meeting notice, or agenda • Bring your ID and a pen • Have the website open on your phone, but don't rely on Wi-Fi
## 🔒 PRESENTER ONLY — Council Read
PRESENTER ONLY — DO NOT PROJECT
Pushback & Orbit Playbook
Your council votes get you across the line. These pages keep you calm under pushback and prime the people who run the machinery to say "yeah, this helps us."
Council Orbit — Your Implementation Allies
These are the folks who actually touch MWM if it passes. Don't "win them over" with speeches — one sentence about their world, one sentence about your ask. Use soft, collaborative language.
| Who | Background Anchor | What They Actually Want | Your Clean Ask |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| City Manager — Shaña Reeves + staff lead | Chief Administrative Officer; long internal history with Parks/Rec and operations. Her team is who actually makes this work once council votes. | Clean execution with no surprises or mess for staff. Programs that line up with existing city priorities (safety, youth, neighborhoods) and make Farmington look competent and forward-thinking, not fad-chasing. Clear owners, timelines, and reporting so it doesn't become a vague obligation to triage. | "If council approves CDBG funding for MWM, I'd love your support naming a clear staff lead and framing this internally as part of Farmington's prevention backbone — not just another one-off grant. I've built it to be easy on staff: documented, template-driven, reportable." |
| CDBG / Community Development — Program Administrator | Community Development / Planning division administers CDBG; they live in HUD rules, timelines, and audits. | Subrecipients who are boringly compliant: on-time reports, clean files, clear scopes, no drama. A project that clearly meets CDBG goals (low-to-moderate income benefit, safe environment) and is easy to defend to HUD or auditors. Predictable communication, not last-minute panics. | "See MWM as a low-risk, high-fit CDBG project — I've built the documentation and tracking so you get clean, on-time reports that map directly to HUD language. Can we set up a short working session early so you tell me exactly what makes your life easier?" |
| Police / Juvenile / SRO Liaison | FPD's juvenile unit and SROs already run prevention and diversion (shoplifting awareness, violence intervention, Summer Adventure Camp). They want to keep youth out of the system and build trust. | Fewer kids hitting their desks from online-driven crises — bullying, sextortion, threats, runaway situations that start on a screen. Prevention tools that are credible, practical, and culturally aware, not fear-mongering assemblies. Partners who respect law-enforcement constraints without throwing cops under the bus. | "Your honest take: does this kind of online-safety prevention actually help you upstream? If so, would you be comfortable saying that on the record or in a short support letter? If funded, I'd love to align with your diversion and SRO classroom efforts." |
| Farmington Municipal Schools — Support Services / Safety & Security | District leadership (Support Services, Safety & Security, Nursing & Wellness) carries the day-to-day fallout from social media, threats, and student mental health. | Fewer instructional hours blown up by digital drama and crises that started online the night before. Supports that respect student realities (neurodivergence, trauma, family context) — not just "log off and behave." City partnerships that bring real capacity without dumping work on maxed-out principals and counselors. | "My ask is your partnership making sure this doesn't become 'one more thing' but plugs into what you already do for student support and safety. If funded, could we pick 1–2 pilot sites that make sense for you and carry those outcomes back to the board and council?" |
Objection-Handling Grid
Scan for any line close to what someone actually says, grab the microscript, and shorten it into one or two sentences in your own words. Stay calm and matter-of-fact: you're not defending your worth, you're clarifying scope, boundaries, and impact. If stuck, say "I'm happy to work with staff to put that boundary in writing," and bring it back to kids, safety, and clean use of funds.
| Likely Concern | Your Microscript |
| --- | --- |
| "Isn't Boudieful just about making people feel sexy and confident? How is that related to serious youth safety work?" | "Boudieful is my separate portrait brand for adults. The overlap is the skillset: consent, body autonomy, and how images live online. MWM is where I translate that expertise into kid-safe, school-safe curriculum so students aren't harmed by the same image culture adults navigate." |
| "Are we basically funding your private business with public money?" | "No. The CDBG proposal is scoped specifically to the youth safety work: curriculum, facilitation, reporting, and evaluation. My portrait business stays on its own dime; council and staff will see that separation clearly in the contract, budget lines, and reports." |
| "I'm worried about the optics of 'Boudieful' being connected to the City of Farmington." | "I understand. What's in front of you tonight isn't a branding partnership; it's a youth safety program with conservative, school-appropriate content. The city isn't endorsing my creative brand — you're funding specific, age-appropriate prevention work aligned with school and city standards." |
| "This looks like a pivot from kids and safety to women's self-image. Are you really focused on our youth?" | "My through-line has always been safety and dignity. Boudieful supports adults reclaiming their story; MWM protects kids from getting chewed up by the online world in the first place. The CDBG project is 100% about youth, families, and schools — that's the lane you're funding." |
| "We've all seen headlines about 'boudoir photographers' and controversy. Could this embarrass the city later?" | "I care a lot about not putting the city in a bad spot. The grant is written around neutral, evidence-based digital safety content, not my branding or adult work. I'm happy to build clear language into the agreement that CDBG funds don't touch or promote my portrait brand." |
| "You seem to have a lot of different projects and names. How do we know you'll stay committed to this one?" | "You're right that I've built several things — all with the same spine: protecting kids and families. MWM is the consolidation point, with clear deliverables, timelines, and outcome reporting. The grant structure keeps me accountable; you get concrete proof of delivery, not just a logo and good intentions." |
| "Isn't this more about self-esteem and empowerment than concrete safety outcomes?" | "Empowerment is part of it, but your vote is for hard outcomes: fewer online-driven crises, better reporting pathways, safer behavior. The curriculum maps to specific skills — recognizing grooming, handling coercion, managing digital footprints — and we track those outcomes, not just feelings." |
| "How is this fair to other nonprofits who don't have a business on the side?" | "What CDBG evaluates is fit, compliance, and impact — not whether someone also has a small business. My proposal stands where theirs stands: clear benefit to LMI families, clean documentation, strong reporting. I'm accountable to the exact same HUD rules and city oversight." |
| "Do you actually have public-safety expertise, or are you a photographer trying to become a prevention program?" | "My background is systems and digital safety — documenting real-world crises with kids and families and building tools so others don't have to go through that. Photography is one way I've earned a living, but the core of MWM is evidence-based online safety and trauma-aware education." |
| "Will any of the Boudieful content or style bleed into what kids see?" | "No. Youth content is built separately, with school and parent review in mind. Adults can choose portrait work if they want it; kids and families get age-appropriate safety training that respects community standards. Those lanes stay clean by design." |
| "Some of our constituents are very conservative. Will they feel this pushes a particular body-image agenda?" | "The heart of MWM is safety and consent, not aesthetics. We meet families where they are and focus on keeping kids from being exploited, shamed, or blackmailed online — a shared value across the spectrum. Materials can be adapted so principals and parents are comfortable with language and examples." |
| "Are you trying to monetize the same families twice — once with a grant, again with your business?" | "No. The grant work is free to the families and schools we serve; there's no upsell to my portrait brand. My business income actually helps me take on more low- or no-cost safety work — it's how I keep from having to bill families in crisis." |
| "If we fund this, will you be stretched too thin running a business and a grant project?" | "Fair concern. The proposal includes a realistic scope and schedule I know I can meet — that's why I built my systems and documentation ahead of time. My commitment: grant deliverables come first; if I ever had to choose, I'd scale my private work back before missing city obligations." |
| "Did you design this grant to benefit your brand more than the community?" | "No. The grant is written to meet CDBG's community goals: safer youth, reduced strain on schools and police, support for families without time or money for private trainings. My brand doesn't appear in the scope or budget; value is measured in outcomes for kids, not marketing for me." |
| "What happens if your business takes off and you lose interest in MWM?" | "The reason I'm asking for public funding is because this is the work I refuse to drop. Portrait work can flex up or down; this program is infrastructure for our kids and schools. The contract, reporting, and partnerships with staff are designed to anchor MWM long-term, not as a side hobby." |
| "Who holds you accountable if it's just you and your brands?" | "On the city side you have your normal structure: CDBG admin, staff leads, audits, reporting deadlines. On my side, I work with partners and reviewers so this isn't just 'trust me.' You'll have written plans, data, and third-party feedback to decide if it's worth renewing." |
| "I've seen some of your online posts. Are they aligned with how we want Farmington represented?" | "My personal and creative channels speak to adults. For MWM we'll have a separate, professional presence that aligns with city and school expectations. I'm happy to work with staff on simple guardrails so anything tied to this project reflects well on the city." |
| "This feels a little 'boutique.' How does this help the lower-income families CDBG is meant for?" | "That's exactly who I'm thinking about. Families working two jobs don't have time or money for private digital-safety consults. Running this through CDBG and public spaces — schools, libraries, community programs — gets those parents and kids practical tools at no extra cost." |
| "Is this really within HUD's intent, given your other branding?" | "HUD's intent is that CDBG funds support LMI residents and community development goals. This project is written to that standard: youth safety, reduced victimization, stronger family capacity around digital life. Staff and auditors can look at the file and see a clean, compliant project, separate from any private branding." |
| "At the end of the day, are you doing this to build your brand or to make a difference?" | "If I just wanted to build a brand, there are easier ways than CDBG and council meetings. I'm here because kids in Farmington are getting hurt online right now, and I know how to reduce that harm. The business pivot pays my bills; this project is where I put that experience to work." |
Bottom Line
Your council microscripts get you the votes. These orbit microscripts set you up so, once it passes, the people who run the machinery are already primed to say "yeah, this helps us" — and carry your wins back up the chain.
## 🔒 PRESENTER ONLY — Boudieful Objections
PRESENTER ONLY — DO NOT PROJECT
Boudieful Objection Handling
Pushback-and-response cheat sheet for the Boudieful pivot and how it relates to MWM / CDBG. Don't read these verbatim — grab the closest line and shrink it to one or two sentences in your own words.
How to Use This
Scan for the line closest to what someone actually says, grab the matching microscript, and shorten it into one or two sentences in your own words. Stay calm and matter-of-fact. You're not defending your worth, you're clarifying **scope, boundaries, and impact**. If you don't know an answer, say "I'm happy to follow up with staff and get you a precise answer," then close with one calm sentence about kids, safety, and clean use of funds.
| Likely Concern | Your Microscript |
| --- | --- |
| Isn't Boudieful just about making people feel sexy and confident? How is that related to serious youth safety work? | "Boudieful is my separate portrait brand for adults. The overlap is the skillset: consent, body autonomy, and how images live online. MWM is where I take that same expertise and translate it into kid-safe, school-safe curriculum so our students don't get harmed by the same image culture adults are navigating." |
| Are we basically funding your private business with public money? | "No. The CDBG proposal is scoped specifically to the youth safety work: curriculum, facilitation, reporting, and evaluation. My portrait business is separate and stays on its own dime; council and staff will see that separation clearly in the contract, budget lines, and reports." |
| I'm worried about the optics of 'Boudieful' being connected to the City of Farmington. | "I understand the optics concern. What's in front of you tonight is not a branding partnership; it's a youth safety program with conservative, school-appropriate content. The city isn't endorsing my creative brand — you're funding specific, age-appropriate prevention work written to align with school and city standards." |
| This looks like a pivot from kids and safety to women's self-image. Are you really focused on our youth? | "My through-line has always been safety and dignity. Boudieful is how I support adults in reclaiming their story; MWM is how I protect kids so they don't get chewed up by the online world in the first place. The CDBG project is 100% about youth, families, and schools — that's the lane you're being asked to fund." |
| We've all seen headlines about 'boudoir photographers' and controversy. Could this embarrass the city later? | "I care a lot about not putting the city in a bad spot. That's why the grant is written around neutral, evidence-based digital safety content, not my branding or adult work. If there's any concern, I'm happy to build clear language into the agreement that CDBG funds don't touch or promote my portrait brand." |
| You seem to have a lot of different projects and names. How do we know you'll stay committed to this one? | "You're right that I've built several things — all with the same spine: protecting kids and families. MWM is the consolidation point: it's where the systems work lives, with clear deliverables, timelines, and outcome reporting. The grant structure itself keeps me accountable; you'll get concrete proof of delivery, not just a logo and good intentions." |
| Isn't this more about self-esteem and empowerment than about concrete safety outcomes? | "Empowerment is part of it, but your vote is for hard outcomes: fewer online-driven crises, better reporting pathways, safer behavior from kids and caregivers. The curriculum is mapped to specific skills — recognizing grooming, handling coercion, managing digital footprints — and we'll track those outcomes, not just feelings." |
| How is this fair to other nonprofits who don't have a business on the side? | "What CDBG evaluates is fit, compliance, and impact, not whether someone also has a small business. My proposal stands where theirs stands: clear benefit to low- and moderate-income families, clean documentation, and strong reporting. I'm accountable to the exact same HUD rules and city oversight they are." |
| Do you actually have public-safety expertise, or are you a photographer trying to become a prevention program? | "My background is systems and digital safety — documenting real-world crises with kids and families and building tools so others don't have to go through that. Photography is one of the ways I've earned a living along the way, but the core of MWM is evidence-based online safety and trauma-aware education, not camera skills." |
| Will any of the Boudieful content or style bleed into what kids see? | "No. Youth content is built separately, with school and parent review in mind. Adults can choose portrait work if they want it; kids and families get age-appropriate safety training that respects community standards. Those lanes stay clean by design." |
| Some of our constituents are very conservative. Will they feel this program is pushing a particular body-image agenda? | "The heart of MWM is safety and consent, not aesthetics. We meet families where they are and focus on keeping kids from being exploited, shamed, or blackmailed online. That's a shared value across the spectrum, and the materials can be adapted so principals and parents are comfortable with the language and examples." |
| Are you trying to monetize the same families twice — once with a grant, and again with your business? | "No. The grant work is free to the families and schools we serve; there's no upsell to my portrait brand attached to it. My business income actually helps me take on more low- or no-cost safety work — it's how I keep from having to bill families in crisis." |
| If we fund this, will you be stretched too thin running a business and a grant project? | "That's a fair concern. The CDBG proposal includes a realistic scope and schedule I know I can meet; that's part of why I built my systems and documentation ahead of time. My commitment is that grant deliverables come first — if I ever had to choose, I'd scale my private work back before I'd miss city obligations." |
| Did you design this grant to benefit your brand more than the community? | "No. The grant is written to meet CDBG's community goals: safer youth, reduced strain on schools and police, and support for families who don't have time or money for private trainings. My brand doesn't appear in the scope or budget; the value is measured in outcomes for kids, not marketing for me." |
| What happens if your business takes off and you lose interest in MWM? | "The reason I'm here asking for public funding is because this is the work I refuse to drop. Portrait work can flex up or down; this program is about infrastructure for our kids and schools. The contract, reporting, and partnerships with city staff are all designed to keep MWM anchored long-term, not as a side hobby." |
| Who holds you accountable if it's just you and your brands? | "On the city side, you have your normal structure: CDBG admin, staff leads, audits, and reporting deadlines. On my side, I work with partners and reviewers so this isn't just 'trust me.' You'll have written plans, data, and third-party feedback to decide if it's worth renewing." |
| I've seen some of your online posts. Are they aligned with how we want the City of Farmington represented? | "My personal and creative channels speak to adults. For MWM, we'll have a separate, professional presence that aligns with city and school expectations. I'm happy to work with staff on simple guardrails so anything tied to this project reflects well on the city." |
| This feels a little 'boutique.' How does this help the lower-income families CDBG is meant for? | "That's exactly who I'm thinking about. Families working two jobs don't have time or money for private digital-safety consults. By running this through CDBG and public spaces — schools, libraries, community programs — we make sure those parents and kids get practical tools without extra cost." |
| Is this really within HUD's intent, given your other branding? | "HUD's intent is that CDBG funds support low- and moderate-income residents and community development goals. This project is written to that standard: youth safety, reduced victimization, and stronger family capacity around digital life. I'm comfortable with staff and auditors seeing a clean, compliant project, separate from any private branding." |
| At the end of the day, are you doing this to build your brand or to make a difference? | "If I wanted to just build a brand, there are easier ways than CDBG and council meetings. I'm here because kids in Farmington are getting hurt online right now, and I know how to reduce that harm. The business pivot pays my bills; this project is where I put that experience to work so our families are safer and our city systems are stronger." |
| Who actually holds the CDBG grant here — you or the City? | "Just to be really clear on structure: the City of Farmington is the CDBG grantee; I'm a subrecipient who has to play by your rules. You set the scope, guardrails, and reporting, and I deliver youth-safety services inside that box. If there's any doubt, I'm comfortable putting that separation and any extra conflict-of-interest guardrails you want in writing with staff." |
| Are you just chasing whatever grant comes along and going to pivot again later? | "This isn't me chasing random pots of money; MWM is built specifically to live inside CDBG rules. If HUD or staff shift guidance, I either adjust the project with you to stay compliant or I step back — I don't quietly morph it into something else you didn't approve." |
| Why not just sell this as a private online course to parents instead of using public funds? | "Honestly, that would have been the easier business move. I chose CDBG because I want a kid in a trailer on the edge of town to have the same safety tools as a kid in a six-bedroom house. This pilot lets us offer those skills through schools and community spaces so every family, regardless of income or zip code, can understand what's happening on their kids' screens and how to keep themselves and their people safe." |
| If you care this much, why shouldn't you just volunteer instead of being paid with CDBG? | "I do a lot of unpaid support for families in crisis, and I'll keep doing that. But a city-scale prevention program can't run on late-night volunteer hours; it needs stable, professional time behind it. CDBG pays for structured, documented work that you can monitor and audit, so low-income families get high-quality prevention without the cost being pushed back onto them." |
| Why not just give this money to a bigger, more established nonprofit or a city department? | "Our existing partners and departments do critical work — housing, crisis response, treatment. MWM is filling a specific gap they've told me is hard to cover: trauma-aware, digital-life prevention that's ready to plug into schools. I'm happy to coordinate with them so this stays complementary, and the pilot is intentionally small and well-documented so you can decide later whether it belongs inside a larger agency." |
| Is this duplicating what existing CDBG-funded partners like SAS or Family Crisis Center already do? | "Those agencies handle crisis and healing once harm has happened. MWM is deliberately upstream of them — it's focused on preventing online-driven harm before it lands in their caseloads. I'm committed to coordinating with them so we're reinforcing their work, not competing with it, and I'm comfortable reflecting that coordination in our reports back to you." |
| Why not fund more counselors or treatment slots instead of this prevention program? | "Counselors and treatment beds are vital, and you already support some of that work. MWM sits upstream of those services — it's prevention infrastructure that reduces the number of kids who end up needing crisis response in the first place. It's a lean, trackable project that gives you a lot of prevention per CDBG dollar without pulling resources away from existing treatment partners." |
| Are you trying to sneak a tech or broadband project in under the label of 'safety'? | "HUD has been clear that digital access and literacy can fit under CDBG public services when they benefit low- and moderate-income residents. What I'm bringing you is the safety and skills side of that for kids and caregivers — scoped as a small public-service project well under your 15 percent cap. It's not about gadgets; it's about keeping families safer in the online spaces they're already in." |
| What if parents don't want the City involved in their kids' online lives? | "I respect that families have different comfort levels. The youth content is transparent, age-appropriate, and focused on safety and consent, not on telling parents how to raise their kids. We work with principals and parent groups ahead of time so they can see materials, suggest language tweaks, and decide how they want to communicate participation at their school." |
| What happens if community feedback goes sideways after we fund you? | "The project is built to be responsive, not rigid. If parents or schools raise concerns, I'm committed to adjusting content inside the approved scope in coordination with staff. You'll have data, feedback summaries, and regular reports, and the agreement can spell out exactly how we pause, adjust, or decide whether to renew based on how it's landing in the community." |
| Is this going to turn into 'one more thing' piled onto already maxed-out schools? | "That's the last thing I want. MWM is designed to plug into what schools already do — advisory blocks, family nights, existing safety plans — with ready-to-run materials and my facilitation. Principals and district leads help pick pilot sites and formats so it supports their work instead of adding another separate program for them to manage." |
| Is this actually scalable, or just a one-off pilot you'll drop after a year? | "The pilot is intentionally right-sized so we can prove it out. Everything is built as a repeatable system — templates, checklists, and curriculum that can be reused here or in other communities if it works. But it only scales if you and the schools see value; your renewal decision is driven by data and feedback, not by me expanding on my own." |
| How will we know if this actually worked? | "From day one, this is set up to be measurable. We'll track specific skill gains, changes in how kids and caregivers respond to online situations, and what schools and partners are seeing in their incident patterns. Those outcomes are mapped directly to your CDBG goals so you can look at the reports and say, 'Did this move the needle enough to renew?'" |
| If we approve this and it doesn't go well, what recourse do we have? | "You'll have the same tools you have with any subrecipient: a clear contract, monitoring, and performance standards. If I don't meet the scope or reporting requirements, you can address it through your normal CDBG processes, including choosing not to renew. I'm comfortable putting those expectations and off-ramps in writing so you're protected." |
| If this is so mission-driven, why do you need to be paid for it at all? | "I'm doing this because I care about kids here, and I also have to keep a roof over my own family. The portrait work is what pays my bills so I don't have to charge families in crisis; the CDBG project is how I put that same expertise to work for our community in a structured, accountable way. Compensation here isn't about boosting egos — it's about buying the focused, professional time it takes to deliver real safety outcomes for the kids you represent." |
| What happens when the CDBG funding ends? | "The pilot is designed to build reusable tools — curriculum, checklists, templates, and training decks — that schools and partners can keep using after the grant period. During the pilot we'll also look at other sustainable funding or integration options so you're not buying something that disappears in a year." |
| Is this based on real evidence, or just your personal experience? | "It's both. I've built the curriculum from real-world crisis work with kids and families and cross-checked it against existing best-practice guidance in digital safety and trauma-aware education. You'll be able to see the underlying framework and sources in the documentation we share with staff." |
| If something goes wrong, who can we call besides you? | "City staff will have direct contact information and a clear escalation path. I also work with partner organizations and reviewers so this isn't a one-person black box. If something isn't working, you'll have named humans you can call and written levers in the agreement to adjust or stop the work." |
## 🔒 PRESENTER ONLY — Staff & Orbit Allies
PRESENTER ONLY — DO NOT PROJECT
Staff & Orbit Allies
The people around council who actually touch MWM if it passes — and whose "this helps us" makes council feel smart for voting yes. Council microscripts get the votes; these prime the people who run the machinery.
How to Use This Orbit Grid
| Move |
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| Treat these as implementation allies, not people you have to win over tonight. |
| No speeches needed: one sentence about their world, one sentence about your ask is enough. |
| Use softer, collaborative language with staff ("How do we make this easy on your team?") instead of hard asks. |
| Who | Background Anchor | What They Actually Want | Your Clean Ask | Warm Follow-Up |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| City Manager — Shaña Reeves + assigned staff lead | Chief Administrative Officer; long internal history with Parks/Rec and operations. Her team is who actually makes this work once council votes. | Clean execution on whatever council passes — no surprises, no mess for staff. Programs that line up with existing city priorities (safety, youth, neighborhoods) and show Farmington as competent and forward-thinking, not chasing fads. Clear owners, timelines, and reporting so it doesn't become a vague obligation they triage. | "My ask is simple: if council approves CDBG funding for MWM, I'd love your support naming a clear staff lead and framing this internally as part of Farmington's prevention backbone — not just another one-off grant project." | "I've built this to be easy on staff: documented, template-driven, reportable. I'd value your feedback on where to plug into existing processes so it strengthens what's already working instead of creating side work." |
| CDBG / Community Development — Program Administrator | Community Development / Planning administers CDBG; they live in HUD rules, timelines, and audits. | Subrecipients who are boringly compliant: on-time reports, clean files, clear scopes, no drama. A project that clearly meets CDBG goals (LMI benefit, safe environment) and is easy to defend to HUD or auditors. Predictable communication instead of last-minute panics — someone who gets that this is a federal program, not 'fun money.' | "My ask is that you see MWM as a low-risk, high-fit CDBG project. I've built the documentation and tracking so you get clean, on-time reports that map directly to HUD language." | "If council funds this, can we set up a short working session early on so you can tell me exactly what makes your life easier — forms, phrasing, backup docs — and I match my tracking to your CDBG file needs?" |
| Police / Juvenile / SRO Liaison | FPD's juvenile unit and SROs already run prevention and diversion (shoplifting awareness, violence intervention, Summer Adventure Camp). They care about keeping youth out of the system and building trust. | Fewer kids hitting their desks from online-driven crises — bullying, sextortion, threats, runaway situations that start on a screen. Prevention tools that are credible, practical, and culturally aware, not fear-mongering assemblies. Partners who understand law-enforcement constraints and don't throw cops under the bus. | "My ask is your honest take on whether this kind of online safety and digital-life prevention actually helps you upstream — and, if it does, whether you'd be comfortable saying so on the record to council or in a short support letter later." | "If MWM gets funded, I'd love to align with your existing diversion and education efforts — being part of the resource set you point families to, or co-designing a session that fits alongside your SRO classroom talks." |
| Farmington Municipal Schools — Support Services / Safety & Security | District leadership (Support Services, Safety & Security, Nursing & Wellness) carries day-to-day fallout from social media, threats, and student mental health. | Fewer instructional hours blown up by digital drama, threats, and crises that started online the night before. Supports that respect student realities (neurodivergence, trauma, family context) and don't just tell kids to 'log off and behave.' City partnerships that bring real capacity into schools without dumping work on maxed-out principals and counselors. | "My ask is your partnership in making sure this doesn't become 'one more thing' for schools, but instead plugs into what you're already doing for student support and safety." | "If CDBG funds this, could we pick 1–2 pilot sites that make the most sense for you, then bring those outcomes and stories back to both the school board and council?" |