City of Gonzales
PUBLIC WORKS / CITY ENGINEER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: February 22, 2022
FROM: Patrick Dobbins, Public Works Director/City Engineer THROUGH: René L. Mendez, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2022-17 Accepting State Grant Funds for the Teen Innovation Center
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution 2022-17, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Accepting State Grant Funds for the Teen Innovation Center and Authorize the City Manager to Submit the Project Information Package and Grant Documents to the California Natural Resources Agency.
BACKGROUND
The proposed Community Center Complex includes a Teen Innovation Center that received a $5.0 million grant in this year’s State budget thanks to efforts by State Senator Anna Caballero.
REVIEW & ANALYSIS
The Legislature and Governor of the State of California approved a $5.0 million grant for the Teen Innovation Center and the California Natural Resources Agency has been delegated responsibility for administration of the grant.
The California Natural Resources Agency requires the City to certify by resolution, the acceptance of the General Fund grant funds and approval of the Project Information Package submittal by the City.
How Recommendation Supports the Vision
Gonzales will continue to be a safe, clean, family-friendly community, diverse in its heritage, and committed to working collaboratively to preserve and retain its small-town charm.
AGENDA
ITEM
14 Explain: Constructing a Community Center will provide residents with a facility for a wide variety of public and private functions, recreation programs and other activities which will enhance the quality of life of Gonzales residents.
Explain how the Recommendation Directly Implements the Mission The City Council and Staff of the City of Gonzales will realize our Vision by providing the leadership, commitment, and resources necessary to provide excellent services that enhance the quality of life of our diverse community. X Yes No N/A
Explain: Please see explanation above for the Mission.
City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful, and friendly manner to insure the safety and well-being of the residents and the promotion of business, recreational, housing and employment opportunities in an environmentally sustainable manner. X Yes No N/A Explain: See Vision explanation above.
Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety X Yes No N/A
• Housing X Yes No N/A
• Recreation X Yes No N/A
• Environment X Yes No N/A
• Education X Yes No N/A
Explain: See Vision explanation above.
ALTERNATIVES
The alternative is to not submit an application and the City would fund 100% of the grant Capital Improvements requested in the Grant Application. Clearly, staff does not recommend this alternative.
BUDGET IMPACT
The current cost estimate for the Teen Innovation Center is $6,900,000. The State General Fund grant of $5.0 million, will provide approximately 72% of the facility cost. The remaining funds will be provided by Measure X revenue proceeds and other project monies.
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution 2022-17, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Accepting State Grant Funds for the Teen Innovation Center and Authorize the City Manager to Submit the Project Information Package and Grant Documents to the California Natural Resources Agency.
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. 2022-17