City of Gonzales
PUBLIC WORKS / CITY ENGINEER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: December 5, 2022
FROM: Patrick Dobbins, Public Works Director/City Engineer THROUGH: Carmen Gil, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2022-88 Authorizing the Grant Application, Acceptance, and Execution of Grant Funds from the State of California Budget Act of 2021 (SB 129)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2022-88, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Authorizing the Grant Application, Acceptance, and Execution of the Grant Funds from the State of California Budget Act of 2021 (SB 129).
BACKGROUND
Relocating the Monterey County Branch Library from the Gonzales Shopping Center is one of the three buildings that make up the Community Center Complex. This will be a more central location for the library as it will be adjacent to the elementary, middle, and high schools. The new library will include a homework center, study room, outdoor reading areas, and will serve as a cooling center and emergency shelter.
Last May, staff with support from Swinerton Consultants submitted an application under the Building Forward Library Infrastructure Grant Program from the California State Library. Last month, we received the great news that the city will receive a grant award of $1,067,430.
REVIEW & ANALYSIS
The grant will fund the following elements:
• Covid Safe HVAC System
• Emergency Backup Battery Energy Storage
AGENDA
ITEM
11 • Fire Suppression System
• Electronic Access Control & Intrusion Control
• Fire Alarm System with Bilingual Voice Announcement
• ADA Improvements
• Building Structural System
Staff recommends that the Council adopt the attached Resolution to begin the process of securing this grant funding.
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.
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 Yes __X_ No ___ N/A
• Housing Yes __X_ No ___ N/A
• Recreation X Yes ____ No ___ N/A
• Environment X Yes ____ No ___ N/A
• Education X Yes ____ No ___ N/A
ALTERNATIVES
Not applicable
BUDGET IMPACT
There is no budget impact to this evening’s presentation.
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2022-88, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Authorizing the Grant Application, Acceptance, and Execution of the Grant Funds from the State of California Budget Act of 2021 (SB 129).
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. 2022-88