GRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: Special Meeting of 8-28-2025 Page 1 of 2 “Our purpose is to continuously enhance our community’s vitality and overall quality of life. We are committed to providing high quality, cost-effective municipal services and forming productive partnerships with our residents and regional organizations. We collectively develop, share, and are guided by a clear vision, values, and meaningful objectives.” The Public is encouraged to attend and participate in person. Comments from the public on agenda items will be accepted until 2 pm on August 28th, 2025, via email to [email protected] or via the payment/document drop box at Gridley City Hall and will be conveyed to the Council for consideration.
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CALL TO ORDER
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CONSENT AGENDA - None
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Authorize Submittal of Federal Transit Administration Grant Applications Under 49 U.S.C.
Chapter 53, Title 23 Including Section 5310 - Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program
City Council to consider the approval of the referenced resolution that will allow City Administrator to submit applications for federal transportation assistance through the Federal Transit Administration
Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve Resolution 2025-R-022: a Resolution authorizing the filing of applications with the Federal Transit Administration for federal transportation assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53; title 23, United States Code, or other federal statutes administered by the Federal Transit Administration Gridley City Council – Special City Council Meeting Agenda Thursday, August 28, 2025; 2:30 pm
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2. Authorization to Submit Applications for CalRecycle Grant Programs City Council to consider the approval of the referenced resolution authorizing the submittal of grant applications and related actions for CalRecycle grant programs Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve Resolution 2025-R-023: a Resolution of the City of Gridley Authorizing the Submittal of Grant Applications and Related Actions for CalRecycle Grant Programs
CLOSED SESSION
3. Pursuant to Government Code 54957.6: Conference with Labor Negotiator, Elisa Arteaga, City Administrator, for discussion of progress of collective bargaining discussions with City Employee represented classes – IBEW, MMU, and GPOA
ADJOURNMENT – adjourning to a regular meeting on September 2nd, 2025 NOTE 1: POSTING OF AGENDA- This agenda was posted on the public bulletin board at City Hall at or before 2:30 p.m., August 27, 2025. This agenda along with all attachments is available for public viewing online at www.gridley.ca.us and at the Administration Counter in City Hall, 685 Kentucky Street, Gridley, CA.
NOTE 2: REGARDING UNSCHEDULED MATTERS – In accordance with state law, it shall be the policy of this Council that no action shall be taken on any item presented during the public forum or on unscheduled matters unless the Council, by majority vote, determines that an emergency situation exists, or, unless the Council by a two-thirds vote finds that the need to take action arose subsequent to the posting of this agenda.
Special City Council Agenda Item #1
Staff Report
Date: August 28, 2025
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Martin Pineda, Finance Director
Subject: Authorize submittal of Federal Transit Administration Grant Applications under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53, Title 23 Including the Section 5310 - Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program
Recommendation
City staff respectfully recommends Gridley City Council approve the referenced resolution that would allow City Administrator to submit applications for federal transportation assistance through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), pursuant to 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53, Title 23 of the United States Code, and other applicable statutes.
Background
The Gridley Feather Flyer currently provides vital Dial-a-Ride transportation services to all residents within the City of Gridley. Our service is inclusive and fully ADA-compliant, ensuring equitable access for individuals with disabilities and mobility challenges.
However, our existing vehicle is aging and has required multiple costly repairs over the past year. During repair periods, we lack a backup vehicle, which leads to service interruptions and prevents us from reliably meeting the transportation needs of our community. Although we are scheduled to receive a second vehicle from BCAG, it is a high-mileage, used vehicle that may not offer the reliability needed for consistent service.
To improve reliability and reduce maintenance costs, we are seeking grant funding to assist in the purchase of two new ADA-compliant vehicles for our Feather Flyer service. These new vehicles would ensure continuity of service, reduce the risk of breakdowns, and better serve the mobility needs of Gridley residents.
The grant requires a 20% local match, which we are prepared to meet with using State Transit Assistance (STA) and/or Local Transportation Funds (LTF).
Fiscal Impact
Since January 2024, the Feather Flyer has incurred $12,971.09 in repair costs alone, and our maintenance records reveal a consistent upward trend in expenses. If awarded, this grant would significantly reduce ongoing repair costs and improve overall service reliability. The grant X
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requires a 20% local match, which we estimate to be approximately $30,000 - $40,000. We intend to utilize STA and/or LTF funds to fulfill the match requirement.
Attachments
Resolution No. 2025‐R‐022: Resolution authorizing the filing of applications with the Federal Transit Administration for federal transportation assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53; title 23, United States Code, or other federal statutes administered by the Federal Transit Administration.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-R-022
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF APPLICATIONS WITH THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION FOR FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE AUTHORIZED BY 49 U.S.C. CHAPTER 53, TITLE 23, OF THE UNITED STATES CODE, AND OTHER FEDERAL STATUTES ADMINISTERED BY THE
FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
WHEREAS, the Federal Transit Administrator (FTA), an operating administration of the U.S.
Department of Transportation, has been delegated authority to award federal financial assistance for a transportation project; and
WHEREAS, the grant or cooperative agreement for federal financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the applicant, and may require the applicant to provide the local share of the project cost; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has or will provide all annual certifications and assurances to the Federal Transit Administration required for the project; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY the City Council of the City of Gridley as follows:
1. That the City Administrator is authorized to execute and file an application for federal assistance on behalf of the City of Gridley with the Federal Transit Administration for federal assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53, title 23, United States Code, or other federal statutes authorizing a project administered by the Federal Transit Administration.
2. That City Administrator, Finance Director, or Assistant Finance Director is authorized to execute and file with its applications the annual certifications and assurances and other documents the Federal Transportation Administration requires before awarding a federal assistance grant or cooperative agreement.
3. That City Administrator is authorized to execute grant and cooperative agreements with the Federal Transit Administration on behalf of the City of Gridley.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was duly introduced and passed at a special meeting of the City Council of the City of Gridley held on the 28th day of August, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS
ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ _____________________________ Elisa Arteaga, City Clerk Michael W Farr, Mayor
Special City Council Agenda Item #2
Staff Report
Date: August 28, 2025
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Martin Pineda, Finance Director
Subject: Approval to Submit Grant Applications to CalRecycle for Any Eligible Programs on Behalf of the City of Gridley
Recommendation
City staff respectfully recommends Gridley City Council approve the referenced resolution authorizing City Staff to submit grant applications to CalRecycle for any eligible programs on behalf of the City of Gridley.
Background
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the beverage container recycling and litter cleanup activities.
Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 14581 (a)(3)(A) of the California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, CalRecycle is distributing $10,500,000 in fiscal year 2025-26 to eligible cities and counties specifically for beverage container recycling and litter cleanup activities.
The availability of grant funding for communities will provide opportunities for CalRecycle to address recycling challenges, aid in increasing beverage container collection, and reduce beverage container litter in the waste stream. Gridley is an eligible applicant for this grant program. CalRecycle is seeking projects that implement new or enhance existing programs to provide convenient beverage container recycling opportunities in various locations statewide.
Gridley is eligible to receive a minimum of $5,000 the payments are calculated based upon the population as of January 1, in the incorporated areas of a city, as stated in the annual E-1 Cities, Counties and the State Population Estimates with Annual Percentage Change.
Eligible costs include:
• Bins/Litter Reduction
o Purchase of:
Beverage container recycling bins.
Permanently-attached, multi-material recycling bins that include beverage container recycling.
o Litter reduction activities that include recycling beverage containers. • Water Refill Stations
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o Expenses to install or replace water refill station infrastructure, plumbing, maintenance, attachments, education & outreach, or modifications. • Advertising/Promotion
o Send materials for prior approval from your CalRecycle Regional Representative. • Education/Outreach
o Send materials for prior approval from your CalRecycle Regional Representative. • California Resource Recovery Association Conference
o Limited to registration and travel for no more than 2 staff. • Personnel Hours
o The Program funds only direct time for increasing beverage container recycling. • Litter Clean-up Events
o Must include beverage containers as part of the waste stream and to be recycled.
o The program may fund supplies, personnel, and safety items.
Fiscal Impact
No fiscal impact other than staff time. There is no match, the $5,000 will be awarded and spent on eligible items.
Attachments
Resolution 2025-R-023: a Resolution of the City of Gridley Authorizing the Submittal of Grant Applications and Related Actions for CalRecycle Grant Programs RESOLUTION NO. 2025-R-023
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRIDLEY AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF
GRANT APPLICATIONS AND RELATED ACTIONS FOR CALRECYCLE GRANT PROGRAMS Whereas, the California Public Resources Code authorizes the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to administer various Grant Programs; and Whereas, CalRecycle is required to establish procedures governing the administration of the Grant Programs; and
Whereas, CalRecycle grant application procedures require, among other things, an applicant’s governing body to declare by resolution certain authorizations related to the administration of CalRecycle Grants; and
Now, therefore, be it resolved that the City Administrator, Finance Director, or Assistant Finance Director is authorized to submit an application to CalRecycle for all Grant Programs offered on behalf of the City.
Be it further resolved that the City Administrator, Finance Director, or Assistant Finance Director, or their designee, are hereby authorized as Signature Authority to execute in the name of the City of Gridley all grant documents, including but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments, and requests for payment, necessary to secure grant funds and implement the approved grant project.
Be it further resolved that these authorizations are effective for five years from the date of adoption
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was duly introduced and passed at a special meeting of the City Council of the City of Gridley held on the 28th day of August, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS
ATTEST: APPROVED:
_______________________________ ________________________________ Elisa Arteaga, City Clerk Michael W Farr, Mayor