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February 10, 2026
ITEM TITLE
Grant Award and Appropriation: Accept Grant Funds from the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District for the Purchase of a Replacement Forklift and Appropriate Funds for that Purpose Report Number: 26-0011
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Fire
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice : The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines. Therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution accepting $22,516 from the San Diego County Air Pollution Contr ol District for the purchase of a forklift for the Chula Vista Fire Department, Training Division; and amending the fiscal year 2025-26 adopted budget by appropriating these funds for that purpose. (4/5 Vote Required)
SUMMARY
The Chula Vista Fire Department applied to and received an award under the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (“District”) 2025 Carl Moyer Grant Program, Years 26 and 27 (the “Moyer Grant Program”).
The Moyer Grant Program, funded by the California Air Resources Board and administered locally by the District, provides funding to assist eligible agencies in replacing older off -road equipment that does not comply with current emissions standards with cleaner, lower-emission equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed activity has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and it has been determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a physical change in the environment. Therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA.
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BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Not applicable.
DISCUSSION
In 2010, the Chula Vista Fire Department Training Division acquired a 1991 Perkins forklift, which has been used daily to support training events, courses, and operational evolutions. In recent years, the reliability of the forklift has declined, resulting in increased maintenance and repair demands placed on the City’s Public Works Department.
The City’s Fleet Manager approved the replacement of the existing forklift with a new Bobcat forklift to address operational reliability concerns and to reduce emissions associated with the continued operation of outdated equipment. The replacement forklift will support ongoing training operations while improving compliance with current emissions standards and reducing overall emissions.
The Fire Department applied for funding under the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District’s 2025 Carl Moyer Grant Program, Years 26 and 27, and was approved for an award in the amount of $22,516 to be applied toward the purchase of the replacement forklift. Acceptance of the grant award is conditioned on the permanent decommissioning and dismantling of the existing 1991 Perkins forklift in accordance with program requirements.
DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff have reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and have determined that it is not site-specific and consequently, the real property holdings of the City Council members do not create a disqualifying real property-related financial conflict of interest under the Political Reform Act. (Gov. Code, § 87100, et seq.) Staff are not independently aware and have not been informed by any City Council member of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision-maker conflict of interest in this matter.
CURRENT-YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of this resolution will result in the acceptance of grant funds in the amount of $22,516 from the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District and the amendment of the fiscal year 2025 -26 budget to appropriate $22,516 to the Other Expenses category in the Fire Grants section of the State Grants Fund.
There is no current-year fiscal impact to the General Fund.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
There is no ongoing fiscal impact on the General Fund as a result of this action.
The forklift replaces existing equipment rather than adding new equipment ; accordingly, ongoing fuel and maintenance costs are included in the Fire Department’s existing operational budget.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Quality Lift Trucks Forklift Quote
2. Moyer Year 26-27 Grant Agreement
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Staff Contact: Chris Manroe, Fire Chief
Brian Clark, Training Engineer