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E. Accounting Officer of Office of Traffic Safety
Name: Carolyn Vu
Address: 2208 Kausen Drive, Suite 300
Elk Grove, CA 95758
9. SAM Information
SAM #: FPFYQSEFJ8M3
Registered
Address: 100 Civic Center Drive
City: Newport Beach
ZiP+4: 92660-3267
10. PROJECTED EXPENDITURES
PROJECTED
EXPENDITURESFUND CFDA ITEM/APPROPRIATION F.Y. CHAPTER STATUTE $30,000.00405e DDL-26 20.616 0521-0890-101 2025 04/25 BA/25 $11,000.001906-26 20.611 0521-0890-101 2025 04/25 BA/25 $429,000.00164AL-26 20.608 0521-0890-101 2025 04/25 BA/25 04/25 $45,000.00402PT-26 20.600 0521-0890-101 2025 BA/25
AGREEMENT
TOTAL $515,000.00
AMOUNT ENCUMBERED BY THIS DOCUMENT
$515,000.00
/ CERTIFY upon my own personal knowledge thatthe budgeted funds forthe currentbudget year are availableforthe period and purpose of the expenditure stated above.
PRIOR AMOUNT ENCUMBERED FOR THIS
AGREEMENT
$0.00
OTS ACCOUNTING OFFICER’S SIGNATURE DATE SIGNED TOTAL AMOUNT ENCUMBERED TO DATE $515,000.00
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state of California- Office of TrafficSafety
GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule A
Grant Number
PT26058
1. PROBLEM STATEMENT
Describe the city,county, or jurisdictionthis grant will impact.
Newport Beach isa picturesque coastal citylocated in Orange County, California,known for itsluxurious lifestyle,stunning beaches, and world-class amenities. The citycovers approximately 53 square miles, including35 square miles of water, making ita haven for water enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking a vibrantyet relaxed coastal community.Key Features of Newport Beach Beaches and Outdoor Recreation;
Newport Beach is home to some of California'smost iconicbeaches, such as Newport Beach Pier, Balboa Beach, and Corona del Mar State Beach. The cityoffersexceptionalopportunitiesforsurfing, sailing,paddleboarding, and other water sports.The Newport Harbor, one of the largestrecreational harbors on the West Coast, attracts boaters from around the world.
Balboa Peninsula and Island:
The Balboa Peninsula isa livelyarea featuringwaterfronthomes, charming shops, and attractions such as the Balboa Fun Zone and the historic Balboa Pavilion.Balboa Island,accessible by ferry, offersquaint boutiques, dining spots,and the famous Balboa Bars—a local frozen treat. • Luxury Living and Real Estate:
• Newport Beach issynonymous with luxury,boasting some of the most prestigiousrealestate in Southern California. From oceanfront estates in communities likeCrystalCove and Pelican Hillto stylishresidences on Newport Coast, the cityisa hub for affluent residents.
Shopping, Dining and Night Life:
Newport Beach isa premier destinationforhigh-end shopping and dining.Fashion Island,an open-air shopping center,offersa mix of upscale retailstores and gourmet restaurants.Along the waterfront,visitors can enjoy fresh seafood and finediningat iconicestablishments. Newport Beach competes against other citiesforthe most Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control licensed establishments in the State of California(per capita)
• Cultural and Community Events: The cityhosts numerous events, includingthe Newport Beach Film Festival,the Christmas Boat Parade in the harbor, and summer concerts. Its vibrant arts and culturescene enriches the community and attractsvisitorsyear-round.
Natural Beauty:
Beyond itsbeaches, Newport Beach features stunning nature preserves likethe Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve (Back Bay), which provides opportunitiesfor hiking,birdwatching,and kayaking.
The city'scommitment to preserving itsnaturalenvironment enhances itsappeal to outdoor enthusiasts.
• Tourism and Population:
• While Newport Beach has a permanent population of approximately 86,000 residents,thisnumber often swells during the summer and holiday seasons, as the cityattractsvisitorsfrom across the region,state,and globe. Tourists are drawn to itspristinebeaches, harbor activities,and world-class hospitality.Qualityof Life
Newport Beach offersan unparalleled qualityof life,blending coastal charm with modern sophistication.
With itsclean streets,highlyrated schools, safe neighborhoods, and focus on outdoor living,itappeals to families,retirees,and professionalsalike.SignatureIdentity At itscore, Newport Beach isa unique mix of laid-backcoastal vibes and cosmopolitan energy. Itisa city where luxury meets nature,where residents and visitorsalikecan enjoy stunning sunsets, sailboatsgliding across the harbor, and an overallsense of California’squintessentialcoastal lifestyle. 9/3/2025 11:33:18 AM Page 3 of 21
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Describe the problem(s) to be addressed, supported by current and relevant crash data, (most recent calendar year data/stats).
According to the most recent data (2022) from the CaliforniaOfficeof TrafficSafety,the Cityof Newport Beach ranks 66th out of 104 similarlysized Californiacitiesincrash-relatedcategories per capita.This ranking highlightsa clearopportunityforimprovement. By leveraginggrant funding and implementing a proactive strategy,Newport Beach can address criticalareas such as reducing fataland injurycrashes involvingmotorcyclists,bicyclists,unsafe speeds, and impaired drivers.
As a destinationcityattractingvisitorsfrom across the region,state,and world, Newport Beach experiences a significantdailypopulation increase.Many individualscome to work, shop, dine,or enjoy the beaches, adding to the trafficon localroadways and contributingto the city’scurrent crash statistics.To enhance roadway safety forallusers—including residents,businesses, and visitors—the Newport Beach Police Department (NBPD) continues to utilizefunding from the Officeof TrafficSafety (OTS) to provide traffic education, enforce safetylaws, and targetimpaired driving,includingDUIs involvingalcohol,drugs, or a combination of both.
2023 Traffic Crash Data
In 2023, Newport Beach experienced 749 trafficcrashes, with 396 resultingin injuriesaffecting518 victims.
The high number of traffic-relatedviolationsreflectsthe challenges posed by both residentsand the influxof visitors tothe city’sbeaches, restaurants,and shopping destinations. • Impaired Driving;
• 146 traffic crashes in 2023 were attributed to DU Ias the primary factor. • Tragically,in May 2024, a 14-year-old pedestrian losther life ina crashes caused by a driver under the influence of alcohol.
• Additionally,75 individualswere injuredin alcohol-relatedcrashes. • Newport Beach ranks 14th out of 104 citiesforalcohol-involved injury/fatal crasshes (NHTSA). Despite these numbers, the cityranks 90th out of 104 for DUI arrests, reflectingan ongoing effortto improve enforcement and reduce DUI incidents.
Unsafe Speed and Racing Vehicles
Unsafe speed was the leading primary crashes factorin2023, accounting for270 crashes. The city’slong stretches of roadways often encourage speeding, creating hazardous conditionsformotorists,bicyclists,and pedestrians. Additionally,NBPD regularlyreceives complaints about modified vehicles with loud exhausts and racing, furtherexacerbating safety risksinthe community.
Bicycle and E-Bike Safety
As a beach community with a daily population of approximately 86,000—frequently swellingto over 100,000 depending on weather and seasonal factors—Newport Beach faces unique challenges inmanaging bicycle and pedestrian traffic.In 2023, 100 injurycrashes involved bicyclists.
The risein e-bike usage has emerged as a significantconcern. Complaints about e-bike ridersfrequently involve;
• Minors not wearing helmets.
• Unsafe operations and CaliforniaVehicle Code (CVC) violations. • Near-crashes between e-bike ridersand pedestrians.
Increased education and enforcement are essential to address these concerns and ensure safer streets for all users.
Motorcycle Safety
Newport Beach’s scenic coastlineattractsmany motorcyclists,adding to trafficsafety challenges. In 2023, there were 25 motorcycle crashes, 23 of which resultedininjuriesaffecting16 victims.Factors contributing to these incidentsinclude motorcyclistsfailingto followtrafficlaws and general motoristsfailingto share the road responsibly.Ensuring safer conditions for motorcyclistsand other road users remains a priorityforthe NBPD.
The Newport Beach Police Department remains committed to addressing these challenges through education, enforcement, and collaborationwith community and law enforcement partners.By focusing on primary crashes factors,impaired driving,unsafe speed, and bicycleand pedestrian safety,the department aims to create a safer environment for allwho live,work, and visitNewport Beach.
Define the target population the grant intends to serve and how they are affected by the problem(s).
Newport Beach serves a diverse targetpopulationthatincludes itspermanent residents,dailycommuters, seasonal tourists,and local business patrons. Each group interactswith the city’sroadways in different
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ways, creatingunique trafficsafetychallenges thatmust be addressed to maintain the city’shigh qualityof lifeand reputationas a premier destination.1.Permanent Residents • Profile:The city'sapproximately 86,000 permanent residentsincludefamilies,retirees,young professionals,and affluentindividualswho liveinupscale neighborhoods likeNewport Coast, Balboa Island, and Corona del Mar.
• Traffic Safety Impact:
• Residents often use localstreetsforcommuting, school drop-offs,and recreationalactivities such as bikingand walking.
• Trafficsafetyconcerns includespeeding in residentialareas, increased pedestrian and bicycletraffic,and the risksposed by impaired or distracted drivers. • Many residents own e-bikes and other recreationalvehicles,increasing the need for education and enforcement around safe usage.2. Daily Commuters • Profile:Thousands of individualscommute to Newport Beach forwork, particularlyto itsbustling business hubs likeNewport Center (home to Fashion Island)and the healthcare and finance sectors. • TrafficSafety Impact:
• Commuters contributeto peak-hour congestion, particularlyon major roadways likePacific Coast Highway, MacArthur Boulevard, and Jamboree Road.
• Unsafe drivingbehaviors,such as speeding or distracteddrivingduring commutes, increase the risk of crashes.
• Parking shortages and crowded intersectionsin business districts can lead to additional traffic-related issues.3. Tourists and Visitors
• Profile:Newport Beach attracts millionsof visitorsannually, includingregionalday-trippers,domestic tourists,and internationaltravelers.Popular attractionsinclude the beaches, Newport Harbor, Balboa Island,and upscale shopping and dining experiences.
• Traffic Safety Impact:
• Tourists may be unfamiliarwith localtrafficpatterns and regulations,leading to erraticdriving or navigation errors.
• Seasonal surges in population,particularlyduring summer months and holidays,significantly increase congestion and the likelihoodof crashes.
• Pedestrian and bicycletrafficspikes in high-touristareas such as the Balboa Peninsula and Corona del Mar, requiringadditionalfocus on crosswalk safety and bike lane enforcement.4.
Recreational Users (Bicyclists,E-Bike Riders, and Motorcyclists) • Profile:Newport Beach’s scenic coastline,harbor, and outdoor amenities make ita hotspot for recreationalusers, includingcyclists,e-bike riders,and motorcyclists. • TrafficSafety Impact:
• Bicyclistsand e-bike ridersoften share busy roadways with vehicles,increasing the riskof crashes. In 2023, there were 100 injurycrashes involvingbicyclists. • E-bikes,particularlyamong younger users, present unique safetychallenges, including helmet compliance, unsafe ridingbehaviors, and conflictswith pedestrians. • Motorcyclistsattractedto the city’sscenic routes often engage inriskybehaviors like speeding, posing dangers to themselves and other road users.5. Businesses and Their Patrons
• Profile:Newport Beach boasts a vibrantbusiness community, includingluxury retailers,restaurants, and service providers.Local businesses depend on the steady flow of residents,commuters, and tourists.
• Traffic Safety Impact:
• High trafficvolumes near business hubs create challenges such as parking lotcrashes, jaywalking pedestrians, and deliveryvehicle obstructions. • Businesses also relyon safe and efficientroadways to maintain accessibilityforcustomers and employees.Conclusion
The diverse targetpopulationof Newport Beach—residents, commuters, visitors,and recreational users— collectivelyfaces trafficsafety challenges unique to a bustlingcoastal community. Addressing these issues through proactive education, enforcement, and engineering improvements isessentialto ensure the safety and well-being of allwho live,work, and visitthe city.
2. PERFORMANCE MEASURES
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A. Goals:
Reduce the number of persons killedintrafficcrashes.
Reduce the number of persons injuredintrafficcrashes.
Reduce the number of pedestrians killedintrafficcrashes.
Reduce the number of pedestrians injuredintrafficcrashes.
Reduce the number of bicyclistskilledintrafficcrashes.
Reduce the number of bicyclistsinjuredintrafficcrashes.
Reduce the number of persons killedin alcohol-involved crashes.
Reduce the number of persons injuredinalcohol-involvedcrashes.
Reduce the number of persons killedindrug-involvedcrashes.
Reduce the number of persons injuredindrug-involvedcrashes.
Reduce the number of persons killedinalcohol/drugcombo-involved crashes.
Reduce the number of persons injuredinalcohol/drugcombo-involved crashes.
Reduce the number of motorcyclistskilledintrafficcrashes.
Reduce the number of motorcyclistsinjuredintrafficcrashes.
Reduce hit & run fatal crashes.
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15. 16. Reduce hit& run injurycrashes.
Reduce nighttime(2100 - 0259 hours) fatalcrashes.
Reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) injurycrashes.
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B. Objectives:
1. Issue a news release announcing the kick-offof the grant by December 31st. The kick-offnews releases and media advisories, alerts,and materials must be emailed to the OTS Public InformationOfficerat [email protected], and copied to your OTS Coordinator,forapproval 7 days prior tothe issuance date of the release.
Target Number
1 2. Participateand reportdata (as required)inthe followingcampaigns; Quarter 1; National Pedestrian Safety Month, National Walk to School Day, NationalTeen DriverSafety Week, NHTSA Winter Mobilization;Quarter 3; National Distracted DrivingAwareness Month, National Motorcycle Safety Month, National Bicycle Safety Month, National Click itor Ticket Mobilization;Quarter 4; National Speed Prevention Campaigns, NHTSA Summer Mobilization,National Child Passenger Safety Week, and California'sPedestrian Safety Month.
3. Develop (by December 31) and/or maintain a “DUI BQLQ” program to notifypatrol and traffic officers to be on the lookout for identified repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result ofDUI convictions.Updated DUI BQLQs should be distributedto patrol and trafficofficersmonthly.
4. Send law enforcement personnel to the NHTSA Standardized FieldSobriety Testing (SFST) (minimum 16 hours) PQST-certified training.
5. Send law enforcement personnel to the NHTSA Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) 16 hour PQST-certified training.
6. Send law enforcement personnel to the Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training (classroom and fieldtrainingmust be completed).
7. Send law enforcement personnel to the DRE Recertificationtraining.
8. Send law enforcement personnel to SFST Instructortraining.
9. Conduct DUI/DL Checkpoints. A minimum of 1 checkpoint should be conducted during the NHTSA Winter Mobilizationand 1 during the Summer Mobilization. To enhance the overalldeterrent effectand promote high visibility,itis recommended the grantee issue an advance press release and conduct socialmedia activityfor each checkpoint. For combination DUI/DL checkpoints, departments should issue press releases that mention DL's willbe checked at the DUI/DL checkpoint. Signs for DUI/DL checkpoints should read "DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint Ahead." QTS does not fund or support independent DL checkpoints. Qnly on an exception basis and with QTS pre-approval willQTS fund checkpoints that begin prior to 1800 hours. When possible,DUI/DL Checkpoint screeners should be DRE- or ARIDE-trained.
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11. Conduct TrafficEnforcement operation(s),includingbut not limitedto,primary crash factor violations.
8 12. Conduct highlypublicizedDistractedDrivingenforcement operation(s)targeting drivers using hand held cellphones and texting.
13. Conduct highlypublicizedMotorcycle Safety enforcement operation(s)in areas or during events with a high number of motorcycle incidentsor crashes resultingfrom unsafe speed, DUI, followingtoo closely,unsafe lane changes, improper turning, and other primary crash factorviolationsby motorcyclists and other drivers.
14. Conduct highlypublicizedpedestrian and/or bicycleenforcement operation(s)in areas or during events with a high number of pedestrian and/or bicyclecrashes resultingfrom violationsmade by pedestrians, bicyclists,and drivers.
15. Conduct TrafficSafety educational presentation(s)with an effort to reach community members. Note: Presentation(s)may include topics such as distracted driving,DUI, speed, bicycleand pedestrian safety,seat beltsand childpassenger safety.
16. Conduct Know Your Limitcampaigns with an effortto reach members of the community.
17. Conduct Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) trainingfor law enforcement officers.
Training consists of 72 hours of classroom instruction.
18. Conduct Advanced Roadside Impaired DrivingEnforcement (ARIDE) POST- certifiedtrainingsforlaw enforcement officers.Trainingconsists of 16 hours of classroom training.
19. Conduct Standardized FieldSobrietyTesting (SFST) POST-certified trainings16 hour minimum for law enforcement officers.
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20. Participate in highly visiblecollaborative DUI Enforcement operations.
21. Participatein highlyvisiblecollaborativeTrafficEnforcement operations.
22. Send law enforcement personnel to DUI Checkpoint Planning and Management training.
23. Conduct specializedenforcement operations focusing specificallyon streetracing and sideshow activities.
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24. Identifygrant funded, straighttime personnel. Include any vacancies or staff changes that have occurred. For any vacancies, include the status of fillingthe 1 vacancy.
25. Participatein community collaborationand engagement activitiesto engage in conversations regarding trafficsafetyto both share information and receive input from the community members.
7 3. Method of Procedure
A. Phase 1 - Program Preparation (1^*Quarter of Grant Year) • The department willdevelop operational plans to implement the “best practice”strategies outlined inthe objectivessection.
• Conduct alltrainingneeded to implement the program, inthe firstquarter. • Purchase allgrant relatedsupplies and materialsto implement the program, inthe firstquarter. • Items witha unitcost of $5,000 more (includingtax and shipping)must comply with Buy America. • In order to develop/maintain the “DUI BOLOs,” research willbe conducted to identifythe “worst of the worst” repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result of DUI convictions.The DUI BOLO may include the driver’sname, last known address, DOB, description,current license status,and the number of times suspended or revoked for DUI. DUI BOLOs should be updated and distributedto trafficand patrolofficersat leastmonthly. • Implementation of the STEP grant activitieswillbe accomplished by deploying personnel at high crash locations.
Media Requirements
Issue a news release approved by the OTS PIO announcing the kick-offof the grant by December 31 and afterthe grant issigned and executed, but no sooner than October 1,the startof the grant year. The kick-offrelease must be approved by the OTS PIO. Ifyou are unable to meet the December 31 deadline to issue a kick-offpress release, communicate reasons to your OTS grant coordinator and OTS PIO.
B. Phase 2 - Program Operations(ThroughoutGrantYear)
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Media Requirements
The foiiowingrequirements are foraiigrant-reiatedactivities; • Send aiimedia advisories,aierts,videos, graphics,artwork, posters,radio/PSA/video scripts, storyboards,digitaiand/or printeducationai materiaisforgrant-reiatedactivitiesto the OTS PIO at [email protected] forapprovai and copy your OTS grant coordinator. Optimum iead time wouid be 7 days before the scheduied reiease but at ieast3 business days prior tothe scheduled release date forreview and approval isappreciated.
• Send allPowerPoint presentations,online presentationsand trainingsforgrant-relatedactivities to the OTS PIO at [email protected] forapproval and copy your OTS grant coordinator.Certified trainingcourses are EXEMPT from the approval process.
• The OTS PIO isresponsible forthe approval of the design and content of materials.The agency understands OTS PIO approval isnot authorizingapproval of budget expenditure or cost.Any cost approvals must come from the OTS grant coordinator. • Pre-approval isnot requiredwhen using any OTS-supplied template formedia advisories,news releases, socialmedia graphics, videos or posts, or any other OTS-supplied educational material.
However, copy the OTS PIO at [email protected] and your OTS grant coordinatorwhen any material isdistributedto the media and public,such as a news release, educational material, or link tosocialmedia post.
• Ifan OTS-supplied template, educational material,socialmedia graphic, post or video is substantiallychanged, the changes shallbe sent to the OTS PIO at [email protected] forapproval and copy your OTS grant coordinator.
• News releases, socialmedia posts and alertson platforms such as NextDoor and Nixie reporting immediate and time-sensitivegrant activities(e.g.enforcement operations,day of event highlightsor announcements, event invites)are EXEMPT from the OTS PIO approval process.
The OTS PIO and your OTS grant coordinator should stillbe notifiedwhen the grant-related activityishappening (e.g.car seat checks, bicyclerodeos, community presentations,DUI checkpoints, etc.).
• Enforcement activitiessuch as warrant and probation sweeps, court stings,etc.that are embargoed or could impact operations by publicizingin advance are EXEMPT from the PIO approval process. However, announcements and resultsof activitiesshould stillbe copied to the OTS PIO at [email protected] and your OTS grant coordinatorwith the embargoed date and time or with “INTERNAL ONLY; DO NOT RELEASE” message insubject lineof email. • Any earned or paid media campaigns forTV, radio,digitalor socialmedia that are part of a specificgrant objective,using OTS grant funds, or designed and developed using contractual services by a subgrantee, requires priorapproval.
• Social media posts highlightingstateor nationaltrafficsafetycampaigns (DistractedDriving Month, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, etc.),enforcement operations (DUI checkpoints, etc.),or any other grant-relatedactivitysuch as Bicycle rodeos, presentations,or events, are highlyencouraged but do not require priorapproval.
• Submit a draft or rough-cut of alldigital,printed,recorded or video material(brochures, posters, scripts,artwork,trailergraphics, digitalgraphics, socialposts connected to an earned or paid media campaign grant objective)to the OTS PIO at [email protected] and copy your OTS grant coordinator forapproval prior tothe production or duplication. • Use the followingstandard language in allpress, media, and printedmaterials,space permitting; Funding forthisprogram was provided by a grant from the CaliforniaOfficeof TrafficSafety, through the National Highway TrafficSafety Administration. • Space permitting,includethe OTS logo on allgrant-funded printmaterials,graphics and paid or earned socialmedia campaign grant objective;consult the OTS PIO and copy your OTS grant coordinatorforspecifics,format-appropriatelogos,or ifspace does not permit the use of the OTS logo.
• Email the OTS PIO at [email protected] and copy your OTS grant coordinatorat least21 days in advance, or when firstconfirmed, a short descriptionof any significantgrant-relatedtrafficsafety event or program, particularlyevents that are highly publicizedbeforehand with anticipatedmedia coverage so OTS has sufficientnoticeto arrange forattendance and/or participationinthe event.
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any media coverage (broadcast,digital,print)of event within7 days followingsignificantgrant- relatedevent or program. Media and program highlightsare to be reflected in QPRs. • Any news releases,work plans,scripts,storyboards,artwork,graphics,videos or any educational or informationalmaterialsthatreceived OTS PIO approval in a prior grant year needs to be resubmitted forapproval inthe currentgrant year.
• For additionalguidance, refer tothe OTS Grants Materials Approval Process Guidelines and OTS Grants Media Approval Process FAQs on the OTS website. • Contact the OTS PIO or your OTS grant coordinatorforconsultationwhen changes from any of the above requirements might be warranted.
C. Phase 3 - Data Collection & Reporting (Throughout Grant Year)
1. Prepare and submit grant claim invoices(due January 30, April30, July 30, and October 30)
2. Prepare and submit Quarterly Performance Reports (OPR) (due January 30, April30, July 30, and October 30)
• Collectand reportquarterly,appropriate data thatsupports the progress of goals and objectives. • Provide a brief listof activityconducted, procurement of grant-funded items,and significant media activities.Include statusof grant-funded personnel, statusof contracts,challenges,or special accomplishments.
• Provide a briefsummary of quarterlyaccomplishments and explanations forobjectivesnot completed or plans for upcoming activities.
• Collect,analyze and reportstatisticaldata relatingto the grant goals and objectives.
4. Method of Evaluation
Using the data compiled during the grant,the Grant Director willcomplete the “Final Evaluation” section in the fourth/finalQuarterly Performance Report (OPR). The FinalEvaluation should provide a briefsummary of the grant’saccomplishments, challenges and significantactivities. This narrative should also include whether goals and objectives were met, exceeded, or an explanation of why objectives were not completed.
5. Administrative Support
This program has fulladministrative support,and every effortwillbe made to continue the grant activities aftergrant conclusion.
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State of California- Office of TrafficSafety
GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule B
Grant Number
PT26058
Fund DescriptionFund Number Catalog Total Amount
NUMBER (CFDA)
Racial ProfilingProhibitionGrants $11,000.001906-26 20.611 $30,000.00405e DDL-26 20.616 Distracted Driving Laws
$45,000.00State and Community Highway
Safety
402PT-26 20.600
$429,000.00164AL-26 20.608 Minimum Penalties for Repeat Offenders forDrivingWhile
Intoxicated
Cost Category Fund
Number
Unit Cost or
Rate
Total Cost to
Grant
Units
A. Personnel Costs
Straight Time
DU I Officer $51.36 $106,829.00164AL-26 2,080
$106,829.00 $68,136.00Benefits for DUI Officer@ 63.78% 164AL-26 1 Overtime
$15,000.00 $45,000.00DUI/DL Checkpoints
DUI Saturation Patrols
164AL-26 3
$1,800.00 $135,000.00164AL-26 75
$1,500.00 $13,500.00Know Your Limit 164AL-26 9
$1,800.00 $18,000.00Collaborative DUI Enforcement 164AL-26 10 $38,000.00164AL-26 $38,000.00SFST/ARIDE/DRE Instruction 1 $249,500.00 $3,618.00Benefitsfor 164AL OT @1.45% 164AL-26 1 $2,000.00 $16,000.00Traffic Enforcement 402PT-26 8
$2,000.00 $4,000.00Motorcycle Safety Enforcement
Pedestrian and Bicycle Enforcement
Street Racing and Sideshow Enforcement
Operations
Collaborative Traffic Enforcement
402PT-26 2
$2,000.00 $6,000.00402PT-26 3
$2,000.00 $4,000.00402PT-26 2
$2,200.00 $6,600.00402PT-26 3
$1,000.00 $3,000.00TrafficSafety Educational Presentations 402PT-26 3 $39,600.00 $574.00Benefits for 402PT OT @ 1.45%
Distracted Driving Enforcement
402PT-26 1
$2,688.30 $29,571.00405e DDL- 11
26 Benefitsfor405e DDL OT @ 1.45% $29,572.00 $429.00405e DDL- 1 26 $1,549.00 $10,843.00Community Collaboration Engagement 1906-26 7 $10,843.00Benefits for 1906 OT @ 1.45% 1906-26 $157.001 $509,257.00Category Sub-Total
B. Travel Expenses
$2,497.00In State Travel 402PT-26 $2,497.00 1
$0.00
$2,497.00Category Sub-Total
C. Contractual Services
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $0.00
D. Equipment
$0.00
$0.00Category Sub-Total
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E. Other Direct Costs
DUI Checkpoint Supplies 164AL-26 $917.00 $917.001
Lidar Device $2,329.00402PT-26 $2,329.001
Category Sub-Total $3,246.00
F. Indirect Costs
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $0.00
Grant Total $515,000.00
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state of California- Office of TrafficSafety
GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule B-1
Grant Number
PT26058
Budget Narrative
Personnel Costs
DUI Officer - Claimed amounts must reflect actual benefit costs forstraighttime hours charged to the grant.
Total Benefit Rate; 63.78%
5.22% Other benefits
18.24% Health
1.77% Other medical
3.91% Supplemental Retirement
22.61% Retirement
12.03% Specialty Pay
Benefits for DUI Officer@ 63.78% - Claimed amounts must reflectactualbenefitcosts forstraighttime hours charged to the grant.
Total Benefit Rate 63.78%
5.22% Other Benefits
5.21% Health
1.77% Other Medical
3.91% Supplemental Retirement
22.61% Retirement
12.03% Specialty Pays
DUI/DL Checkpoints - Overtime forgrant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.
DUI SaturationPatrols- Overtime forgrant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.
Know Your Limit- Overtime forgrant funded trafficsafety presentationsor campaigns conducted by appropriate department personnel.
CollaborativeDUI Enforcement - Overtime forgrant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.
SFST/ARIDE/DRE Instruction- Overtime forgrant funded instructortrainingconducted by appropriate department personnel.
Benefitsfor164AL OT @ 1.45% - Claimed amounts must reflect actual benefit costs for overtime hours charged to the grant.
Medicare -1.45%
TrafficEnforcement - Overtime forgrant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.
Motorcycle Safety Enforcement - Overtime forgrant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Enforcement - Overtime forgrant funded law enforcement operationsconducted by appropriate department personnel.
Street Racing and Sideshow Enforcement Operations - Overtime forgrant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.
CollaborativeTrafficEnforcement - Overtime forgrant funded CollaborativeTrafficEnforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel
TrafficSafety Educational Presentations - Overtime forgrant funded trafficsafety educational presentations conducted by appropriate department personnel.
Benefits for402PT OT @ 1.45% - Claimed amounts must reflect actual benefit costs for overtime hours charged to the grant.
Medicare -1.45%
DistractedDrivingEnforcement - Overtime forgrant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.
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Benefits for405e DDL OT @ 1.45% - Claimed amounts must reflect actual benefit costs for overtime hours charged to the grant.
Medicare -1.45%
Community CollaborationEngagement - Overtime forgrant funded community collaborativeengagement conducted by appropriate department personnel.
Benefitsfor 1906 OT @ 1.45% - Claimed amounts must reflect actual benefit costs for overtime hours charged to the grant.
Medicare -1.45%
Travel Expenses
In State Travel - Costs are included forappropriatestaffto attend conferences and trainingevents supporting the grant goals and objectivesand/or trafficsafety.Local mileage forgrant activitiesand meetings isincluded.Anticipatedtravelmay include the OTS TrafficSafety Law Enforcement Forum. All conferences, seminars or trainingnot specificallyidentifiedinthe Budget Narrativemust be approved by OTS. Alltravelclaimed must be at the agency approved rate.Per Diem may not be claimed for meals provided at conferences when registrationfees are paid with OTS grant funds.
Contractual Services
Equipment
Other Direct Costs
DUI Checkpoint Supplies - On-scene supplies needed to conduct sobrietycheckpoints. Costs may include 28" trafficcones, MUTCD compliant trafficsigns,MUTCD compliant high visibilityvests (maximum of 10), trafficcounters (maximum of 2),generator,gas forgenerators, lighting,reflectivebanners, electronicflares, PAS Device Supplies, PAS CalibrationSupplies, heater,propane forheaters,fan,anti-fatiguemats, and canopies. Additionalitems may be purchased ifapproved by OTS. The cost of food and beverages willnot be reimbursed.
Lidar Device - Lightdetection and ranging device used to measure the speed of motor vehicles. This device willbe used for speed enforcement. Costs may include lidardevices, batteries,tax, and shipping.
Indirect Costs
Statements/Disclaimers
There willbe no program income generated from thisgrant.
Salariesmay includewages, salaries,specialcompensations, or authorized absences such as annual leave and sick leave provided the cost for the individualemployee is(a) reasonable forthe services rendered, and (b)followsan appointment made in accordance with state or local laws and rules and meets federal requirements.
Any non-grant funded vacancies created by reassignment to a grant-funded positionmust be filledat the expense of the grantee agency.
Nothing inthis“agreement” shallbe interpretedas a requirement, formal or informal,that a particularlaw enforcement officerissue a specified or predetermined number of citationsin pursuance of the goals and objectives here under.
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state of California- Office of TrafficSafety
GRANT AGREEMENT
Exhibit A
Grant Number
PT26058
Appendix A to Part 1300—Certifications and Assurances for Highway Safety Grants (23 U.S.C. Chapter 4 or Section 1906, Public Law 109-59, as amended by Section 25024, Public Law 117- 58)
The officialsnamed on the grant agreement, certifyby way of signature on the grant agreement signaturepage, thatthe Grantee Agency complies with allapplicableFederal statutes,regulations,and directivesand State rules,guidelines,policies,and laws in effectwith respect to the periods forwhich itreceives grant funding.
Applicable provisions include,but are not limitedto,the following:
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The State willcomply with applicable statutesand regulations,includingbut not limitedto:
23 U.S.C. Chapter 4—Highway Safety Act of 1966, as amended; Sec. 1906, Public Law 109-59. as amended by Sec. 25024, Public Law 117-58:
23 CFR part1300—Uniform Procedures forState Highway Safety Grant Programs; 2 CFR part200—Uniform AdministrativeRequirements, Cost Principles,and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards;
2 CFR part 1201—Department of Transportation,Uniform AdministrativeRequirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.
NONDISCRIMINATION
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State highway safety agency [and itssubrecipients]willcomply with allFederal statutesand implementing regulationsrelatingto nondiscrimination(“FederalNondiscrimination Authorities").These include but are not limited to:
TitleVI of the CivilRights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq.,78 stat.252), (prohibitsdiscrimination on the basis of race, color,nationalorigin);
49 CFR part 21 (entitledNon-discriminationin Federally-Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation—Effectuation of TitleVI of the CivilRights Act of 1964)-, 28 CFR 50.3 (U.S. Department of JusticeGuidelines for Enforcement of TitleVI of the CivilRights Act of 1964);
The Uniform RelocationAssistance and Real Property Acquisition PoliciesAct of 1970, (42 U.S.C. 4601). (prohibitsunfairtreatment of persons displaced orwhose property has been acquired because of Federal or Federal-aid programs and projects);
Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. 324 et seq.),and TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. 1681-1683 and 1685-1686) (prohibitdiscriminationon the basis of sex);
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. 794 et seq.),as amended, (prohibits discriminationon the basis of disability)and 49 CFR part 27; The Age DiscriminationAct of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. 6101 et seq.),(prohibitsdiscrimination on the basis of age);
The CivilRights Restoration Act of 1987, (Pub. L. 100-209), (broadens scope, coverage, and applicabilityof TitleVI of the CivilRights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Section 504 of the RehabilitationAct of 1973, by expanding the definitionof the terms “programs or activities"to include allof the programs or activitiesof the
Federal aid recipients,subrecipients and contractors,whether such programs or activitiesare Federally- funded or not);
Titles IIand IIIof the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12131-12189) (prohibits discriminationon the basis of disabilityinthe operation of publicentities,publicand private transportationsystems, places of publicaccommodation, and certaintesting)and 49 CFR parts 37 and 38
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The preceding statutoryand regulatoryciteshereinafterare referredto as the “Acts”and “Regulations,” respectively.
GENERAL ASSURANCES
In accordance with the Acts, the Regulations, and other pertinentdirectives,circulars,policy,memoranda, and/or guidance, the Recipient hereby gives assurance thatitwillpromptly take any measures necessary to ensure that;
“No person in the United States shall,on the grounds of race, color,or nationalorigin,be excluded from participationIn,be denied the benefitsof,or be otherwise subjected to discriminationunder any program or activity,forwhich the Recipient receives Federal financialassistance from DOT, includingNHTSA.”
The CivilRights Restoration Act of 1987 clarifiedthe original intent ofCongress, with respect to TitleVI of the CivilRights Act of 1964 and other non-discriminationrequirements (the Age DiscriminationAct of 1975, and Section 504 of the RehabilitationAct of 1973), by restoring thebroad, institutional-widescope and coverage of these nondiscrimination statutesand requirements to includeallprograms and activitiesof the Recipient,so long as any portionof the program is Federally assisted.
Specific Assurances
More specifically,and without limitingthe above general Assurance, the Recipient agrees with and gives the followingAssurances with respect to itsFederallyassisted Highway Safety Grant Program:
The Recipient agrees thateach “activity,”“facility,”or “program,”as defined in§ 21.23(b)and (c)of 49 CFR part21 willbe (withregard to an “activity”)facilitated,or willbe (withregard to a “facility”) operated, or willbe (withregard to a “program”) conducted in compliance with allrequirements imposed by, or pursuant to the Acts and the Regulations.
The Recipient willinsertthe followingnotificationin allsolicitationsfor bids.Requests For Proposals forwork, or material subject to the Acts and the Regulations made in connection with all Highway Safety Grant Programs and, inadapted form, in allproposals for negotiated agreements regardless of funding source;
“The [name of Recipient],in accordance with the provisions of TitleVI of the CivilRights Act of 1964 (78 Stat.252, 42 U.S.C 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifiesallbidders thatitwin affirmativelyensure thatin any contractentered intopursuant to thisadvertisement, disadvantaged business enterpriseswillbe afforded fulland fairopportunityto submit bids in response to thisinvitationand willnot be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color,or nationaloriginin consideration foran award.”
The Recipient willinsertthe clauses of appendix A and E of thisAssurance (also referredto as DOT order1050.2A)^in everycontractoragreement subjectto the Acts and the Regulations.
The Recipient willinsertthe clauses of appendix B of DOT Order 1050.2A, as a covenant running with the land,in any deed from the United States effectingor recording a transferof realproperty, structures,use, or improvements thereon or interesttherein to a Recipient.
That where the Recipient receives Federal financialassistance to construct a facility,or part of a facility,the Assurance willextend to the entirefacilityand facilitiesoperated in connection therewith.
That where the Recipient receives Federal financialassistance inthe form of,or forthe acquisition of,realproperty or an interestin realproperty,the Assurance willextend to rightsto space on, over, or under such property.
That the Recipient willinclude the clauses set forthin appendix C and appendix D of this DOT Order 1050.2A, as a covenant running with the land, in any future deeds, leases, licenses,permits,or similarinstruments entered intoby the Recipient with other parties:
a. forthe subsequent transferof realproperty acquired or improved under the applicable activity,project, orprogram; and
b. forthe constructionor use of,or access to,space on, over, or under realproperty acquired or improved under the applicableactivity,project,or program.
That thisAssurance obligatesthe Recipient forthe period during which Federal financialassistance is extended to the program, except where the Federal financialassistance isto provide,or is inthe
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form of,personal property,or realproperty,or interesttherein,or structuresor improvements thereon, inwhich case the Assurance obligatesthe Recipient, orany transfereeforthe longer ofthe followingperiods;
a. the period during which the property isused fora purpose forwhich the Federal financial assistance isextended, or foranother purpose involvingthe provision of similarservices or benefits; or
b. the period during which the Recipient retainsownership or possession ofthe property.
9. The Recipient willprovide forsuch methods of administrationforthe program as are found by the Secretary of Transportationor the official towhom he/she delegates specificauthorityto give reasonable guarantee that it,other recipients,sub-recipients,sub- grantees, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, transferees, successors in interest,and other participantsof Federal financialassistance under such program willcomply with allrequirements imposed or pursuant to the Acts, the Regulations, and thisAssurance.
10. The Recipient agrees thatthe United States has a rightto seek judicialenforcement with regard to any matter arisingunder the Acts, the Regulations,and this Assurance.
By signingthisASSURANCE, the State highway safetyagency also agrees to comply (and requireany sub recipients,sub-grantees, contractors,successors, transferees,and/or assignees to comply) with allapplicable provisions governing NHTSA's access to records, accounts, documents, information, facilities,and staff.You also recognize thatyou must comply with any program or compliance reviews, and/or complaint investigations conducted by NHTSA. You must keep records,reports,and submit the materialfor review upon request to NHTSA, or itsdesignee ina timely,complete, and accurate way. Additionally,you must comply with allother reporting,data collection,and evaluation requirements, as prescribed by law or detailedinprogram guidance.
The State highway safetyagency gives thisASSURANCE in consideration of and for obtaining any Federal grants, loans, contracts,agreements, property,and/or discounts, or other Federal-aid and Federal financial assistance extended afterthe date hereof to the recipientsby the U.S. Department of Transportationunder the Highway Safety Grant Program. This ASSURANCE isbinding on the State highway safetyagency, other recipients,sub-recipients,sub-grantees, contractors,subcontractors and their subcontractors', transferees, successors in interest,and any other participantsinthe Highway Safety Grant Program. The person(s) signing below is/areauthorized to sign thisASSURANCE on behalf of the Recipient.
THE DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988 f41 U.S.C. 81031
The Subgrantee willprovide a drug-freeworkplace by:
a. Publishing a statement notifyingemployees thatthe unlawfulmanufacture, distribution,dispensing, possession or use of a controlledsubstance isprohibitedinthe grantee's workplace, and specifyingthe actions thatwillbe taken against employees forviolationof such prohibition; b. Establishinga drug-free awareness program to inform employees about:
1. The dangers of drug abuse inthe workplace;
2. The grantee'spolicyof maintaining a drug-freeworkplace;
3. Any availabledrug counseling, rehabilitation,and employee assistance programs;
4. The penaltiesthat may be imposed upon employees for drug violationsoccurring inthe workplace;
5. Making ita requirement that each employee engaged inthe performance of the grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph (a); c. Notifying theemployee inthe statement required by paragraph (a)that,as a conditionof employment under the grant,the employee will—
1. Abide by the terms of the statement;
2. Notifythe employer of any criminaldrug statuteconvictionfor a violationoccurring in the workplace no laterthan fivedays aftersuch conviction; d. Notifying theagency within ten days afterreceiving notice under subparagraph (c)(2)from an employee or otherwise receivingactual notice of such conviction; e. Taking one of the followingactions,within30 days of receivingnotice under subparagraph (c)(2),with respect to any employee who is so convicted—
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rehabilitationprogram approved forsuch purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency;
f. Making a good faitheffortto continue to maintain a drug-freeworkplace through implementation of allof the paragraphs above.
POLITICAL ACTIVITY (HATCH ACT)
(applies to subrecipients as weli as States)
The State willcomply with provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. 1501-1508), which limitsthe politicalactivities of employees whose principalemployment activitiesare funded inwhole or in part with Federal funds.
CERTIFICATION REGARDING FEDERAL LOBBYING
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements The undersigned certifies,to the best of his or her knowledge and belief,that:
1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or willbe paid,by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person forinfluencingor attempting to influencean officer oremployee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer oremployee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress inconnection with the awarding of any Federal contract, themaking of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan,the entering intoof any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract,grant, loan, or cooperative agreement;
Ifany funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or willbe paid to any person for influencingor attempting to influencean officer oremployee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officeror employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress inconnection with thisFederal contract,grant,loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shallcomplete and submit Standard Form-LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions;
The undersigned shallrequirethatthe language of this certification be included in the award documents forallsub-awards at alltiers(includingsubcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grant,loans,and cooperative agreements) and thatallsubrecipientsshallcertifyand disclose accordingly.
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This certificationisa material representation of fact upon which reliancewas placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certificationisa prerequisiteformaking or entering into thistransactionimposed by section 1352, title31, U.S. Code. Any person who failsto filethe required certification shallbe subjectto a civilpenalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
RESTRICTION ON STATE LOBBYING
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
None of the funds under thisprogram willbe used forany activityspecificallydesigned to urge or influencea State or locallegislatorto favor or oppose the adoption of any specificlegislativeproposal pending before any State or local legislativebody. Such activitiesinclude both directand indirect(e.g.,“grassroots")lobbying activities,with one exception. This does not preclude a State officialwhose salary issupported with NHTSA funds from engaging indirectcommunications with State or local legislativeofficials,in accordance with customary State practice,even ifsuch communications urge legislativeofficialsto favor or oppose the adoption of a specificpending legislativeproposal.
CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION
(applies to subrecipients as weil as States)
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1. By signing and submitting thisproposal, the prospective primary tierparticipantisprovidingthe certificationset out below and agrees to comply with the requirements of 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
2. The inabilityof a person to provide the certificationrequired below willnot necessarilyresultin denial of participationinthiscovered transaction.The prospective primary tierparticipantshall submit an explanation of why itcannot provide the certification set out below. The certification or explanation willbe considered in connection with the department or agency's determination whether to enter into thistransaction. However, failureof the prospective primary tierparticipantto furnisha certificationor an explanation shalldisqualifysuch person from participationinthis transaction.
3. The certificationinthisclause isa materialrepresentation of factupon which reliancewas placed when the department or agency determined to enter intothis transaction. Ifitis later determined that the prospective primary tierparticipantknowingly rendered an erroneous certification,in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate this transactionfor cause or defaultor may pursue suspension or debarment.
4. The prospective primary tierparticipantshallprovide immediate writtennoticeto the department or agency to which thisproposal issubmitted ifat any time the prospective primary tierparticipant learns its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
5. The terms covered transaction, civiljudgment, debarment, suspension, ineligible, participant,person, principal,and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, are defined in 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200. You may contactthe department or agency to which this proposal is being submitted for assistance inobtaining a copy of those regulations.
6. The prospective primary tierparticipantagrees by submitting thisproposal that,should the proposed covered transaction be entered into,itshallnot knowingly enter intoany lower tier covered transactionwith a person who isproposed fordebarment under ^ CFR part 9, subpart 9.4. debarred, suspended, declared ineligible,or voluntarilyexcluded from participationinthiscovered transaction,unless authorized by the department or agency entering intothistransaction.
7. The prospective primary tierparticipantfurtheragrees by submittingthisproposal thatitwillinclude the clause titled“Instructionsfor Lower Tier ParticipantCertification”includingthe “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibilityand Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transaction,”provided by the department or agency entering into thiscovered transaction,without modification, in alllower tiercovered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions and willrequire lower tierparticipantsto comply with 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
8. A participantin a covered transaction may relyupon a certification ofa prospective participantin a lower tiercovered transactionthat itisnot proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart
9.4,debarred, suspended, ineligible,or voluntarilyexcluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows thatthe certificationiserroneous. A participantisresponsible forensuring that itsprincipals are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligibleto participatein covered transactions.To verify the eligibilityof itsprincipals,as well as the eligibilityof any prospective lower tierparticipants,each participantmay, but isnot requiredto,check the System forAward Management Exclusions website
( httDs:/Avww.sam.aovA.
9. Nothing contained inthe foregoing shallbe construed to requireestablishment of a system of records inorder to render ingood faiththe certificationrequired by thisclause. The knowledge and information of a participantisnot required to exceed thatwhich isnormally possessed by a prudent person inthe ordinary course of business dealings.
10. Except fortransactions authorized under paragraph 6 of these instructions,ifa participantin a covered transaction knowingly enters intoa lower tiercovered transaction with a person who is proposed fordebarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4.suspended, debarred, ineligible,or voluntarilyexcluded from participationinthistransaction,in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate the transaction for cause or default.
Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters—Primary Tier Covered Transactions
1. The prospective primary tierparticipantcertifiesto the best of itsknowledge and belief,that itand
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itsprincipals:
Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed fordebarment, declared ineligible,or voluntarilyexcluded from participatingincovered transactions by any Federal department or agency:
Have not withina three-year period preceding thisproposal been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them forcommission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining,attemptingto obtain,or performing a public(Federal,State,or local) transaction or contract under a publictransaction;violation of Federal or State antitrust statutesor commission of embezzlement, theft,forgery,bribery,falsificationor destructionof records, making falsestatements, or receivingstolen property; Are not presentlyindictedfor orotherwise criminallyor civillycharged by a governmental entity(Federal,State,or local)with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (1)(b) ofthiscertification;and
Have not withina three-year period preceding thisapplication/proposal had one or more publictransactions(Federal,State,or local)terminated for cause or default. a.
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2. Where the prospective primary tierparticipantisunable to certifyto any of the Statements inthis certification,such prospective participantshallattach an explanation to thisproposal.
Instructions for Lower Tier Participant Certification
1. By signing and submittingthisproposal,the prospective lower tierparticipantisprovidingthe certificationset out below and agrees to comply withthe requirements of 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
The certificationinthisclause isa materialrepresentationof factupon which reliancewas placed when this transaction was entered into. If itis later determined thatthe prospective lower tier participantknowingly rendered an erroneous certification,in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency withwhich thistransactionoriginatedmay pursue availableremedies, includingsuspension or debarment.
The prospective lower tierparticipantshallprovide immediate writtennoticeto the person to which thisproposal issubmitted ifat any time the prospective lower tierparticipantlearns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
The terms covered transaction, civiljudgment, debarment, suspension, ineligible,participant, person, principal,and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, are defined in 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200. You may contactthe person to whom thisproposal issubmitted forassistance in obtaininga copy of those regulations.
The prospective lower tierparticipantagrees by submittingthisproposal that,should the proposed covered transactionbe entered into,itshallnot knowingly enter intoany lower tiercovered transaction with a person who isproposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, suboart 9.4. debarred, suspended, declared ineligible,or voluntarilyexcluded from participationinthiscovered transaction,unless authorized by the department or agency with which thistransactionoriginated.
The prospective lower tierparticipantfurtheragrees by submittingthisproposal thatitwillinclude the clause titled“InstructionsforLower Tier ParticipantCertification"includingthe “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibilityand Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transaction,” without modification, in alllower tiercovered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tiercovered transactions and willrequire lower tierparticipantsto comply with 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
A participantin a covered transactionmay relyupon a certification of aprospective participantina lower tiercovered transactionthat itisnot proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart
9.4.debarred, suspended, ineligible,or voluntarilyexcluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows thatthe certificationiserroneous. A participantisresponsible for ensuring that itsprincipals are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligibleto participateincovered transactions.To verify the eligibilityof itsprincipals,as well as the eligibilityof any prospective lower tierparticipants,each participantmay, but is not required to,check the System forAward Management Exclusions website
( httDs://www.sam.aovA.
Nothing contained inthe foregoing shallbe construed to require establishment of a system of
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records inorder to render ingood faiththe certificationrequiredby thisclause.The knowledge and informationof a participantisnot requiredto exceed thatwhich isnormally possessed by a prudent person inthe ordinarycourse of business dealings.
9. Except fortransactionsauthorizedunder paragraph 5 of these instructions,ifa participantina covered transactionknowingly enters intoa lower tiercovered transactionwith a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4.suspended, debarred, ineligible,or voluntarilyexcluded from participationinthistransaction,in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency withwhich thistransactionoriginatedmay pursue availableremedies, includingsuspension or debarment.
Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibilityand Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transactions
1. The prospective lower tierparticipantcertifies,by submission of thisproposal, that neitheritnor its principalsispresentlydebarred, suspended, proposed fordebarment, declared ineligible,or voluntarilyexcluded from participatingincovered transactions by any Federal department or agency.
2. Where the prospective lower tierparticipantisunable to certifyto any of the statements inthis certification,such prospective participantshallattach an explanation to thisproposal.
BUY AMERICA
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State and each subrecipientwillcomply withthe Buy America requirement (23 U.S.C. 313) when purchasing items using Federal funds. Buy America requiresa State,or subrecipient,to purchase with Federal funds only steel,ironand manufactured products produced inthe United States,unless the Secretary of Transportationdetermines thatsuch domesticallyproduced items would be inconsistentwith the public interest,thatsuch materialsare not reasonably availableand of a satisfactoryquality, orthat inclusionof domestic materials willincrease the cost of the overallprojectcontract by more than 25 percent. In order to use Federal funds to purchase foreign produced items, the State must submit a waiver request thatprovides an adequate basis and justificationforapproval by the Secretary of Transportation.
CERTIFICATION ON CONFLICT OF INTEREST
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
No employee, officer,or agent of a State or itssubrecipientwho isauthorized inan officialcapacity to negotiate,make, accept, or approve, or to take part in negotiating,making, accepting,or approving any subaward, includingcontracts or subcontracts, inconnection with thisgrant shallhave, directly orindirectly, any financialor personal interestinany such subaward. Such a financialor personal interestwould arisewhen the employee, officer,or agent, any member of hisor her immediate family,his or her partner,or an organizationwhich employs or isabout to employ any of the partiesindicated herein,has a financialor personal interestinor a tangiblepersonal benefitfrom an entityconsidered for a subaward. Based on this policy:
1. The recipientshallmaintain a writtencode or standards of conduct thatprovide fordisciplinary actions to be applied forviolationsof such standards by officers,employees, or agents, a. The code or standards shallprovide thatthe recipient'sofficers,employees, or agents may neithersolicitnor accept gratuities,favors,or anything of monetary value from present or potentialsubawardees, includingcontractorsor partiesto subcontracts, b. The code or standards shallestablishpenalties,sanctions, or other disciplinaryactions forviolations,as permitted by State or locallaw or regulations.
2. The recipientshallmaintain responsibilityto enforce the requirements of the writtencode or standards of conduct.
Disclosure Requirements
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No State or itssubrecipient,includingitsofficers,employees, or agents,shallperform or continueto perform under a grantor cooperativeagreement, whose objectivitymay be impairedbecause ofany relatedpast, present, or currentlyplanned interest,financialor otherwise, in organizationsregulatedby NHTSA or inorganizationswhose interestsmay be substantiallyaffectedby NHTSA activities.Based on thispolicy;
1. The recipientshalldisclose any conflict ofinterestidentifiedas soon as reasonably possible, making an immediate and fulldisclosureinwritingto NHTSA. The disclosure shall include a descriptionofthe actionwhich the recipienthas taken or proposes to take to avoid or mitigatesuch conflict.
NHTSA willreview the disclosureand may requireadditionalrelevantinformationfrom the recipient.
Ifa conflictof interestisfound to exist,NHTSA may (a)terminatethe award, or (b)determine thatit is otherwise in the best interest of NHTSA to continue the award and includeappropriateprovisions to mitigateor avoid such conflict.
Conflictsof interestthatrequiredisclosureincludeallpast,present, orcurrentlyplanned organizational,financial,contractual,or otherinterest(s)with an organization regulatedby NHTSA or withan organizationwhose interestsmay be substantiallyaffectedby NHTSA activities,and which are relatedto thisaward. The interest(s)thatrequiredisclosureincludethose of any recipient,affiliate,proposed consultant,proposed subcontractor,and key personnel of any ofthe above. Past interestshallbe limitedto withinone year of the date of award. Key personnel shall includeany person owning more than a 20 percent interestin a recipient,and the officers, employees or agents of a recipientwho are responsibleformaking a decisionor takingan action under an award where the decision or action can have an economic or other impact on the interestsof a regulatedor affectedorganization.
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PROHIBITION ON USING GRANT FUNDS TO CHECK FOR HELMET USAGE (appliesto subrecipients as well as States)
The State and each subrecipientwillnot use 23 U.S.C. Chapter 4 grant funds forprograms to check helmet usage or to create checkpoints thatspecificallytargetmotorcyclists.
POLICY ON SEAT BELT USE
Inaccordance with Executive Order 13043. IncreasingSeat BeltUse inthe United States,dated April 16,1997, the Grantee isencouraged to adopt and enforce on-the-jobseat beltuse policiesand programs forits employees when operatingcompany-owned, rented,or personally-owned vehicles.The NationalHighway TrafficSafetyAdministration(NHTSA) isresponsibleforprovidingleadershipand guidance insupport of this Presidential initiative.For information and resources on trafficsafetyprograms and policiesforemployers, please contact the Network of Employers forTrafficSafety (NETS), a public-privatepartnershipdedicated to improving the trafficsafetypracticesof employers and employees. You can download information on seat belt programs, costs of motor vehiclecrashes to employers, and other trafficsafety initiativesat WWW.trafficsafetv.ora.The NHTSA website ( www.nhtsa.aov) also provides information on statistics, campaigns, and program evaluations and references.
POLICY ON BANNING TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING
In accordance with Executive Order 13513. Federal Leadership On Reducing Text Messaging While Driving, and DOT Order 3902.10, Text Messaging While Driving,States are encouraged to adopt and enforce workplace safety policiesto decrease crashes caused by distracteddriving,includingpoliciesto ban text messaging while drivingcompany-owned or rented vehicles.Government-owned, leased or rented vehicles, or privately-owned vehicles when on officialGovernment business or when performing any work on or behalf of the Government. States are also encouraged to conduct workplace safety initiativesin a manner commensurate with the size of the business, such as establishment of new rulesand programs or re- evaluationof existingprograms to prohibittextmessaging while driving,and education, awareness, and other outreach to employees about the safety risksassociated with textingwhile driving. 9/3/2025 11:33:18 AM Page 21 of 21
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