PUBLIC INFORMATION:
Feb. 23, 2023

MEDIA CONTACT:
Kaycee Lagarde
850-435-1623
klagarde@cityofpensacola.com

City Announces New Grant Coordinator and Senior Grant Writer Positions

The City of Pensacola is pleased to announce the addition of two new positions that will help secure grant funding for city projects and initiatives, ensuring that the City of Pensacola is competitive in its pursuit for available state and federal grant funding.

Kevin Boyer has been selected as the Grants and Special Projects Coordinator for the City of Pensacola, and Joel Hollon has been selected as the Senior Grant Writer, both bringing a wealth of knowledge to the city's team.

"It is imperative that we actively pursue grant funding to ensure the City of Pensacola is receiving our share of the millions of dollars in funding available, both at the state and federal level," Mayor D.C. Reeves said. "Grants can open new opportunities for city projects that we may not be able to complete otherwise, while also allowing us to leverage taxpayer dollars to create the greatest impact. I look forward to seeing what we are able to accomplish with Joel and Kevin's expertise on our team."

Kevin Boyer

Kevin Boyer has been selected as the new Grants and Special Projects Coordinator for the City of Pensacola, bringing more than 15 years of experience in grant management, public information and media, project management and more to the position. In his role as Grants and Special Projects Coordinator, Boyer will be responsible for managing the city’s grants and grants processes, including researching potential grant funding sources for the city.

Boyer most recently served as the Executive Grants Assistant for the City of Milton, responsible for grants funding research and management. He previously worked for Gannett in a variety of reporting, editorial and management positions.

Boyer earned his Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of West Florida and his Associate of Arts in English from Pensacola State College.

As the Grants and Special Projects Coordinator, Boyer's responsibilities will include researching available grant opportunities, monitoring existing grants, making timely reports to granting agencies, requesting reimbursement from awarded grants and ensuring the proper accounting and receipt of grants funds. Boyer will also manage the city's post-disaster grant management with FEMA and the Florida State Division of Emergency Management.

Boyer will work under the direction of Finance Director Amy Lovoy and Senior Accounting Manager Lakia McNeal to assist in the preparation of grant budgets, manage the completion of grant documents and maintain records of grant activities, along with other grant-related duties. His responsibilities will also include managing sub-grantees of the City of Pensacola and ensuring that all procurements for grant-funded projects are performed in accordance with the requirements of the grant.

Joel Hollon

Joel Hollon has been selected as the new Senior Grant Writer for the City of Pensacola, bringing nearly 10 years of experience in grant procurement to the position. During his career, Hollon has procured and administered over $15 million in grants. As the Senior Grant Writer, Hollon is responsible for grant application research, grant writing, and monitoring and tracking grant funds under the scope of grant management for the City of Pensacola.

Hollon most recently worked as the Grants Management Coordinator for Escambia County Public Schools, responsible for researching, procuring and administering multimillion-dollar governmental grants. He previously served as a Continuous Improvement Specialist for Escambia County Public Schools, where he managed, supervised and reported on military grant activities, along with securing large-scale grants for schools, including grants upwards of $1 million.

Hollon earned his Bachelor of Arts in middle/junior high education, Master of Education in curriculum and instruction, and Education Specialist degree in educational leadership from the University of West Florida.

As the Senior Grant Writer, Hollon will direct procurement and administration of grants for the City of Pensacola, along with evaluating grant funding opportunities that have the potential to further the city's goals and objectives. Additionally, Hollon will provide strategic direction to senior administration and coordinate grant management training for directors and city staff.

Hollon will work under the direction of Finance Director Amy Lovoy. His responsibilities will also include managing the completion of grant contracts and directing the development and implementation of special projects for the City of Pensacola.

Kevin Boyer and Joel Hollon

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