City of Gonzales
PUBLIC WORKS / CITY ENGINEER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 7, 2023
FROM: Patrick Dobbins, Public Works Director/City Engineer THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Agreement with TAMC for Funding Allocation
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council approve an Agreement between City of Gonzales and the Transportation Agency for Monterey County for the Allocation of Funding Approved by the Transportation Agency Board of Directors; and authorize the City Manager to Sign the Agreement.
BACKGROUND
The Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) passes federal and state funds through to the County of Monterey and cities including Gonzales. The Funding Agreement with TAMC memorializes the conditions and requirements for the use of different funding sources.
REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
TAMC issues a new funding agreement every three years, corresponding with the cycle for RSTP fair share and RSTP competitive funding. The city was allocated $52,924 in RSTP fair share funding and the city needs to execute this funding agreement to receive those funds.
Explain Recommendation and How it 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: This agreement with TAMC allows the city to receive State and Federal Funding for our roadway improvement projects.
AGENDA
ITEM
5 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.
Explain: Using state and federal funds to maintain and enhance the quality of life in Gonzales is part of these efforts.
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.
Explain: This agreement is required to receive other funds to keep the community services costeffective.
Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety X Yes No N/A
• Housing Yes No X N/A
• Recreation Yes No X N/A
• Environment Yes No X N/A
• Education Yes No X N/A
Explain: This agreement is part of the fiscal policy required for proper use of funds. Following federal audit guidance, requires this document to show approval, intent, and action is consistent.
ALTERNATIVES
The City of Gonzales could determine that local funds alone can be used for transportation planning and projects. This is not the staff recommended approach.
BUDGET IMPACT
Approval of this agreement will allow the city to receive funds from TAMC including the current allocation of $52,924 in RSTP Fair Share funding.
CONCLUSION
Staff recommends the City Council approve an Agreement between the Transportation Agency for Monterey County and the City of Gonzales for the Allocation of Funding Approved by the Transportation Agency Board of Directors; and authorize the City Manager to Sign the Agreement.
Attachments:
1. TAMC Funding Agreement