GRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: Special Meeting of 8-24-26 Page 1 of 2 “Our purpose isto 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 12 pm on August 24, 2026, 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 - Mayor Farr
ROLL CALL
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CONSENT AGENDA – None
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Application for Grant Funding Under the Community Resilience Centers Program City Council consider Resolution 2026-R-032: A resolution of the City Council of City of Gridley authorizing the application for grant funding under the community resilience centers program as administered by the Strategic Growth Council in the amount of $500,000 before the September 4th deadline
Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve Resolution 2026-R-032
CLOSED SESSION – None
ADJOURNMENT – adjourning to a regular meeting on September 7, 2026.
Gridley City Council – Special Meeting Agenda
Monday, August 24, 2026; 2:00 pm
Gridley City Hall, 685 Kentucky Street, Gridley, CA 95948 GRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: Special Meeting of 8-24-26 Page 2 of 2 NOTE 1: POSTING OF AGENDA- This agenda was posted on the public bulletin board at City Hall at or before 2:00 p.m., August 23rd, 2026. 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.
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City Council Agenda Item #1
Staff Report
Date: August 24, 2026
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Elisa Arteaga, City Administrator
Subject: Application for Grant Funding Under the Community Resilience Centers Program Recommendation
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City of Gridley to submit an application for up to $500,000 in grant funding under the Community Resilience Centers Program, administered by the Strategic Growth Council, and authorizing the City Administrator, or designee, to execute and submit all documents necessary to complete the grant application and, if awarded, administer the grant.
Background
In November 2024, California voters approved Proposition 4, which provided funding for the Community Resilience Centers Program established through Senate Bill 155 (2021).
The Strategic Growth Council administers the Community Resilience Centers Program and is responsible for establishing program guidelines, application requirements, and selection criteria. On April 29, 2026, the Strategic Growth Council released the application guidance for the current funding cycle, with applications due September 4, 2026.
As part of the application process, the Strategic Growth Council requires applicants to provide a resolution from the governing body authorizing submission of the grant application and identifying an authorized representative to execute documents related to the application and, if awarded, the grant.
The proposed resolution would authorize the City of Gridley to submit an application requesting $500,000 in grant funding. The resolution would also authorize the City Administrator, or designee, to execute and submit applications, agreements, payment requests, and other documents necessary to complete the grant process.
Fiscal Impact
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with submitting the grant application. If awarded, the grant would provide up to $500,000 in funding for eligible activities under the Community Resilience Centers Program. Any required local match or additional City resources would be identified and presented to the City Council as part of the grant award and implementation process.
Compliance with City Council Strategic Plan or Budget Goals The proposed action supports the City's efforts to pursue outside funding opportunities and secure grant resources for community improvements and resiliency.
Attachments
Resolution 2026-R-032 Authorizing Application for Community Resilience Centers Program Grant Funding
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-R-032
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRIDLEY AUTHORIZING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDING UNDER THE COMMUNITY RESILIENCE
CENTERS PROGRAM AS ADMINISTERED BY THE STRATEGIC GROWTH COUNCIL IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000.
WHEREAS in November 2024 the voters approved Proposition 4 with funds for the Community Resilience Centers Program, established by Senate Bill 155 (2021); and WHEREAS the Strategic Growth Council is responsible for the administration of this grant program, including developing guidelines and selection criteria; and WHEREAS the Strategic Growth Council released the application guidance on April 29, 2026, with a due date of September 4, 2026
WHEREAS procedures established by the Strategic Growth Council require a resolution certifying the approval of application(s) by the Applicant’s governing board before submission to the State; and
WHEREAS the Lead Applicant, the City of Gridley, is authorized to apply for and accept a Transformative Climate Communities grant if awarded, and authority to execute all related documents;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Gridley as follows:
RESOLVED that the City of Gridley: approves the filing of an application for a Transformative Climate Communities grant for funding year 2026, to be submitted no later than September 4, 2026.
FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Gridley certifies that Lead Applicant will have sufficient resources to execute the strategies and projects that are outlined in the grant application.
FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Gridley appoints the City Administrator, or designee, as agent to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all documents including, but not limited to, applications, agreements, and payment requests that may be necessary for competition of the aforementioned strategies and projects.
FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution, which shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this August 24th, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES: ________________________________________
NOES: ________________________________________
ABSTAIN: ________________________________________
APPROVED: August 24th, 2026
By:
______________________________ ____________________________ Elisa Arteaga, City Clerk Michael Farr, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Landon Little, City Attorney