CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
October 1, 2024 {{section.number}}c
GRANT ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 RIDE TO
LIVE MOTORCYCLE SAFETY PROGRAM
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Coronado, California, Authorizing the Receipt and Appropriation of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Ride to Live Motorcycle Education Grant Funds from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) in the amount of $45,000.” BACKGROUND:
The Ride to Live motorcycle education program is aims to reduce motorcycle-related injuries and fatalities by providing hands-on training in critical riding skills. This program, offered free to the public, is taught by experienced Coronado Police Department Motor Officers. Since its inception in 2020, the program has helped motorcyclists improve their safety awareness and maneuverability in potentially dangerous situations. Financial support for the program is provided through a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, covering direct and personnel costs.
ANALYSIS:
The acceptance of this grant will enable the Coronado Police Department to continue providing life-saving motorcycle training. These funds will be used to purchase training supplies, cover travel expenses, rent training sites, and compensate instructors for overtime hours. Motorcyclerelated injuries and fatalities remain a significant concern and possessing the skills to handle emergencies on the road is critical to reducing collision rates. By educating motorcyclists on safe riding techniques, the Ride to Live program aims to decrease the annual number of accidents, contributing to improved public safety in the community.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The City of Coronado has been awarded $45,000 for the Fiscal Year 2025 Ride to Live Motorcycle Education grant. These funds will be allocated to cover overtime pay for instructors, purchase training supplies, pay for travel expenses, and rent necessary training facilities. The expenditure and reimbursement revenue will be recorded in the City’s Fund 240 and may be subject to Federal single audit reporting requirements in Fiscal Year 2024-25.
ALTERNATIVE:
The City Council could choose not to accept the funds.
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT:
Not Applicable.
PUBLIC NOTICE:
No notice required.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution No. 2024-58
Submitted By: Police Services Department / Melissa Anderson