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OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
BY: MATTHEW BAUMGARDNER,
WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
JANUARY 23, 2024
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P.E., DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE RESTRICTED GRANT AGREEMENTS AND ANY AMENDMENTS
WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(CALTRANS) RELATED TO THE CLEAN CALIFORNIA LOCAL GRANT
PROGRAM (CCLGP) FOR THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLEY
BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City Council will consider adopting a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements with State Department of Transportation (Caltrans) related to the Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) funding award in the amount of $2,517,000 for the City of Downey Alley Beautification Project. The adoption of the Resolution is necessary for the City to execute a restricted grant agreement with Caltrans and receive a notice to proceed to work on the project.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:
Adopt Resolution No. 24-8226, authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements with the California Department of Transportation for the City of Downey Clean California Local Grant Program Alley Beautification Project; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all grant -related documents.
BACKGROUND
The Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP), administered by Caltrans, provides funding to beautify and improve streets and roads, tribal lands, parks, pathways, and transit centers. Its ultimate goal is to restore pride in California's public spaces. In Cycle 1, Caltrans awarded approximately $300 million in funds to 105 projects. In Cycle 2, Caltrans awarded approximately $100 million in funds to 42 projects across the State.
Eligible applicants were local or regional public agencies, transit agencies, and tribal governments. All program funds are intended to benefit underserved communities.
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE RESTRICTED
GRANT AGREEMENTS AND ANY AMENDMENTS WITH CALTRANS RELATED TO THE CCLGP FOR
THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLEY BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
JANUARY 23, 2024
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ANALYSIS
In 2022, the City of Downey applied for and was awarded $749,405 under Cycle 1 of the CCLGP for the Rio San Gabriel Park -Green, Safe and Active Park Improvements project.
This project is currently underway and, when completed, will provide much needed improvements for the community.
In May 2023, the City applied for and was awarded $2,517,000 under Cycle 2 of the CCLGP for the City of Downey Alley Beautification Project. The City has until June 30, 2026 to expend awarded grant funds. This project intends to provide critical alley infrastructure improvements throughout several sections of the City's alley roadway network. Furthermore, the improvements are expected to foster a more active community for pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users that can utilize the improved alley network that promotes a safer and more walkable environment within the most underserved and disadvantaged areas of the City. Staff anticipates releasing an RFP for design services in March 2024 and awarding a design contract to design consultant in June 2024. Staff expects to advertise the project for construction in January 2025, award a construction contract in April 2025 and issue a notice to proceed to contractor in June 2025.
Construction is anticipated to be complete and project taken to Council for acceptance in February 2026.
As part of the acceptance of the $2,517,000 grant funding, the adoption of a Resolution is necessary for the City to execute a restricted grant agreement with Caltrans and receive a notice to proceed to work on the project.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
Fiscal Responsibility
Quality of Life, Safety & Infrastructure
FISCAL IMPACT
The total estimated project cost is $4,027,000. The CCLGP has awarded the City $2,517,000. The City's local match share of 37.5% or $1,510,125 is based on the project limit's proximity to underserved communities. $1,500,000 of these funds are budgeted in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program under CIP No. 24-03: Alley Beautification Program.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Resolution No. 24-8226: A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements with Caltrans for the City of Downey CCLGP Alley Beautification Project.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-8226
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH
THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE CITY OF
DOWNEY CLEAN CALIFORNIA LOCAL GRANT PROGRAM ALLEY
BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City of Downey is eligible to receive State funding for certain transportation related work through the California Department of Transportation; and WHEREAS, a Restricted Grant Agreement is needed to be executed with the California Department of Transportation before such funds can be claimed through the Clean California Local Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Downey wishes to delegate authorization to execute these agreements and any amendments thereto.
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Manager, or designee, is authorized to execute all Restricted Grant Agreements and any amendments thereto with the California Department of Transportation for the Clean California Local Grant Program.
SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 231 day of January, 2024.
MARIO TRUJILLO, Mayor
ATTEST:
MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CMC
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
JOHN M. FUNK
City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO. 24-8226
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Downey at a Regular meeting held on the 231d day of January, 2024, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
Council Members:
NOES:
Council Member:
ABSENT:
Council Member:
ABSTAIN:
Council Member:
MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CIVIC
City Clerk