City of Gonzales
CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: January 9, 2023
FROM: Carmen Gil, Community Engagement & Strat. Partnership Dir.
THROUGH: Carmen Gil, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2023-02 SB 2 Planning Grant Program #19-PGP-13234
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023-02, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Authorizing the SB 2 19-PGP-13234 Amendment to the Agreement with the Department of Housing and Community Development to Extend the End Date of the SB 2 Planning Grants Program Funds in the amount of $160,000 to June 30, 2024.
BACKGROUND
In March of 2019, the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) issued a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for SB 2 Planning Grants. The Planning Grants are for the specific purpose of assisting in the production of housing, specifically for environmental impact reports (EIR). On December 13, 2022, it was brought to the attention of the Interim City Manager that funding was still available to the City of Gonzales, thus it was determined that it was appropriate to sign the contract amendment with HCD before the funds would be made unavailable as without the Amendment, the Agreement would have expired December 31, 2022.
REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
The proposed Resolution would amend the end date of the contract to June 30, 2024, allowing staff to draw down $160,000 in reimbursement funds to help cover costs associated with work done on the environmental impact report (EIR), and other studies needed for the proposed annexation of the new growth area. It is recommended by HCD that funds be spent by December 31, 2023.
Explain Recommendation and How it Supports the Vision
AGENDA
ITEM
7 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: The proposed Resolution would allow the City to draw down $160,000 in reimbursement funds to cover critical environmental work that supports and maintains the Council’s Vision for additional housing.
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 ____ NA
Explain: The proposed Resolution supports the Mission by providing access to additional resources that support the ultimate goal of adding housing to the area to help enhance the quality of life of local residents.
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 ___NA Explain: Please see Vision and Mission.
Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety X Yes ____ No ____NA
• Housing X Yes ____ No ____NA
• Recreation X Yes ____ No ____NA
• Environment X Yes ____ No ____NA
• Education X Yes ____ No ____NA
Explain: Please see Vision and Mission.
ALTERNATIVES
Although the Amendment to the Agreement has been signed, the Council could decide to reject the additional $160,000 made available by the Department of Housing and Community Development.
BUDGET IMPACT
Funding from this grant would increase the FY 2022-2023 Budget Fund 201-160-6235 by $160,000.
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the Council adopt Resolution No. 2023-02, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Authorizing the SB 2 19-PGP-13234 Amendment to the Agreement with the Department of Housing and Community Development to Extend the End Date of the SB 2 Planning Grants Program Funds in the amount of $160,000 to June 30, 2024.
Attachments:
1. Resol 2023-02
2. Agreement with HCD