Agenda packet — Rancho Cordova City Council, May 28, 2024 (part 7 of 9)

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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party. Include whether you have received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner. Upload any letters of support with your application. City staff will verify third-party permits have been discussed. In your planning discussions, be sure to discuss any necessary insurance or volunteer requirements that may increase budget costs. School Sites If your project/program is intended to operate at a public K-12 school site, your application is due by March 1 at Noon. City staff will work with the school districts to confirm an endorsement for your project/program. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to communicate with school site and district representatives before applying so there is clarity during the endorsement process. Districts will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 1st Noon deadline. Each participating school superintendent reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program. Parks If your project/program is intended to operate at a park or community center site, your application is due by March 1 at Noon. City staff will work with the Cordova Recreation & Park District to confirm an endorsement for your project/program. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to communicate with district representatives before applying so there is clarity during the endorsement process. A special use permit application is required for any program or event planned at a CRPD facility. The special use application can be found at the CRPD website: https://crpd.com/. CRPD will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 1st Noon deadline. The Cordova Recreation & Park District reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: [email protected] Cordova Park & Recreation District: [email protected] Primary street
address of
project/program
9355 E Stockton Blvd. 217
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Elk Grove
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95624.0
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Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
Yes, I would be the one to sign the contract
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2024-2025 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2024 with adoption in June 2024. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable D
Title
CEIF APP #95
Soil Born Farms: American
River Ranch Animal Barn
Project
by Shawn Harrison in Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Application
PO Box661175
Sacramento, California
95866
United States
03/13/2024
id. 45875856
Original Submission
Score
03/13/2024
Thank you for your interest in applying to the City of Rancho Cordova's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. Applications are open from February 5, 2024 to March 15, 2024 (Noon). **Note that projects or programs involving a park or school district have a deadline of March 1 (Noon) to allow for the third-party endorsement process by the grant deadline.** Future Grant Opportunities If you are interested in remaining up-to-date on available grants from the City of Rancho Cordova, click here to sign up for the Grants Interest List. A separate call for programming opportunities with the Rancho Cordova Youth Center is anticipated later in 2024. The list is also used to advertise separate art programs when funds are available. Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn rrore about those grants online.

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1 - Project/Program Information Note: You can add a collaborator to this form to assist you in completing this application! A collaborator can help you complete this form by filling in fields for you, although only you can submit this form. You can add a collaborator by navigating to the top of the form and clicking on the 'Manage Collaborators' button. Simply enter their email address and click 'invite' to invite them as a collaborator. If you need further assistance, you may consult this Help article for more information.

Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Soil Born Farms: American River Ranch Animal Barn Project Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Construction of an Animal Barn facility will be completed at the American River Ranch, enabling Soil Born Farms to launch a win-win education program partnership with Cordova High School Agriculture Academy, reintroduce livestock to our 55-acre urban farm and educate the visiting public about best practice ecological land stewardship.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Soil Born Farm’s funding request to the City’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund is centrally focused on the construction of a new Animal Barn at the American River Ranch. Sixteen years of master planning, updating utilities, renovating existing buildings, restoring agricultural fields and completing entrance improvements have all finally laid the groundwork for our first new building construction. The proposed Animal Barn facility will be strategically located near the entrance to the farm, serving as a welcoming space that uses innovative design to immediately draw the visiting public into the farm ecosystem where we interpret the connections between our food, our health and the environment. ADA compliant pathways, native landscaping, living roof, outdoor seating, signage, animal programming and visitor overlook to the larger ranch ecosystem will be integrated into a structure that blends into the natural world of the farm.

Overall, it is a structure that helps create the type of world class interpretive center we need and want in Rancho Cordova.

The most unique and distinguishing element of the Animal Barn is that it has been designed to support our dynamic partnership with the Agriculture Academy program at Cordova High School (CHS). This program and the related Culinary Academy engage over 400 students at CHS, providing a culmination for the food, health, and environmental career pathways Soil Born Farms has been working hard to develop in our local schools in partnership with FCUSD and the City of Rancho Cordova. Specifically, a diversity of farm animals will be housed at this facility under the care of CHS agriculture students and direction of farm staff. Smaller breeds such as chickens and rabbits will live in carefully managed spaces within the barn and larger animals will cycle from barn to the working landscapes of the farm. This dynamic interplay between the barn and farm landscape will allow for improved animal welfare and much more dynamic student career technical education. Daily care of animals and docent activities will also help introduce the visiting public to the role of animals in farm and garden ecosystems.

In addition to its educational value, the proposed Animal Barn is a critical piece of infrastructure needed to bring animals back to the farm to model ecological and regenerative land stewardship. The larger 55-acre American River Ranch property and over one hundred acres of American River Parkway land contiguous to the Ranch have historically been poorly stewarded. Integration of carefully managed grazing systems can reverse the impacts of invasive weeds and degraded soil, and as a result, dramatically improve creek health, river health, wildfire resilience, wildlife habitat, food production, carbon capture and water conservation. As one of only a few interpretive centers on the Lower American River, the American River Ranch has a unique responsibility and opportunity to model best practice land stewardship, inspire change and create a sense of pride and connection in the community.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
We have assembled a team of skilled organization staff, board members, community partners and contracted experts to assist with this project.

These include:

Project Management: Soil Born Farms’ CEO Shawn Harrison, Interwest (Construction Consultant Theron Roschen), Building Rx (Construction Management Donna Huntingdale).

Program Development Team: Tyler Stowers (Soil Born Farm - Stewardship Advisor); Amy Tackett (Soil Born Credentialed Teacher); Holly Chestnut (Cordova High Agriculture Academy Lead Instructor); Rob Azevedo (Soil Born Farms Board Member, Physician and Animal Ranch Manager); Morgan Doran (UC Cooperative Extension)
Building Design: Ellis Architects (Architect Jason Ellis) Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Project Goal: Complete Phase 1 of Animal Program implementation at the American River Ranch, readying the site to deliver hands-on education and ecological land management through the construction of a new Animal Barn and land improvements designed to integrate grazing animals into the 55 acre farm ecosystem.

PHASE ONE: Animal Barn construction and land improvements.

Objective 1 - Barn Construction (Funding requested by the City of Rancho Cordova and CA Wildlife Conservation Board):

A new 3,000 square foot Animal Barn will be constructed as a focal-point facility, for the complementary purposes of reintroducing livestock to the American River Ranch and serving as a learning laboratory for youth and adult education. The design (see attached Barn Architectural Renderings) features unique and functional elements:
● Indoor/outdoor livestock pens designed to shelter up to 60+ sheep in inclement weather, as well housing for poultry, rabbits and other specialty breeds owned and cared for by Agriculture Academy students. ● A second story viewing deck for visitors to take in the scenery of organic farm fields, the future Oak and Elderberry Edible Forest (currently being funded by the Wildlife Conservation Board), and the American River Parkway.
● A living roof featuring drought-tolerant native grasses, succulents and other shallow root edible crops.
● Multiple seating and viewing areas for classes and the visiting public, serving up to 60 people at a time.
● Secure storage for animal feed, tools and instructional supplies. ● A chick incubation area and space for regular veterinarian care for all farm animals.
● Raised garden beds for chicken and rabbit garden management demonstration.

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Objective 2 – Land Improvements (funded by Soil Born Farms’ match from individual donations):

Land improvements will be completed to prepare for rotational grazing, including the establishment of 6 acres of perennial pasture adjacent to the Cordova Creek riparian area, and 2.5 acres of small-scale alfalfa plantings for hay. Soil fertility preparation and weed abatement will be conducted prior to planting, currently underway for the alfalfa blocks. Infrastructure will be installed to support use of these spaces, including:
● Posts and solar panels at select locations to support ability to subdivide the 6-acre pasture into sections using wildlife-friendly solar powered electric fencing. Fencing will facilitate intensive grazing and rest rotations for pasture and soil health.
● 6 raptor perches and 20 bluebird boxes to enhance sensitive species habitat and provide ecological pest management for farm systems. ● A movable watering system and 4 moveable livestock shade structures to ensure animal welfare and performance.
● Irrigation system modifications to support overhead irrigation in hay and pasture blocks to germinate/grow new plantings.

PHASE TWO: While funding for the launch of Animal Program grazing and education activities is not requested in this proposal, the following PHASE 2 activities are included here to convey the full scope of the program, and will be launched at the completion of the above PHASE 1 activities in spring 2026, with funds secured by Soil Born Farms through donations and grants.

Career Technical Education: The Animal Program education activities will be launched in partnership with neighboring Cordova High School’s Agriculture Academy, accessible for regular use due to the school’s proximity just ¼ mile away. The Animal Barn and the landscape of the American River Ranch will serve as a primary learning laboratory for 300+ underserved urban teens per year during the school day, after school and summer periods. Animal Program outcomes for students include increased ecological and agricultural literacy, career exploration, job skills, connection to place, and school engagement.

Community Education: The Barn will be a new focal point for Soil Born’s youth farm field trips, visits from the public during Tuesday-Saturday open hours, and special community events - all complementing our curriculum related to the organic garden, farm, creek and river. We currently serve over 4,000 visiting K-8th grade students from local schools and 20,000 drop-in visitors annually. The Barn provides a physical outdoor classroom space with capacity to host 30+ participants at a time. The expectation is that overall visitation to Soil Born Farms will increase by 20% due to the high level of interest in farm animals. Outcomes for local residents include access to a new family-friendly and ADA-accessible interpretive destination, and elevated ecological and food literacy as participants engage in learning. Education themes will focus on integration of animals for both large landscapes and small garden ecosystems as an essential CEIF APP #95
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element of land stewardship, with a focus on ecosystem benefits of carbon capture, water capture, nutrient cycling, etc.

Targeted Grazing: Livestock will be reintroduced to the American River Ranch for the purpose of improving the ecological health of the property’s grasslands, orchards, row crops, habitat plantings and riparian areas through targeted rotational grazing. A variety of species will be kept through the program beginning with sheep, chickens and rabbits, with diversity of breeds and numbers of animals increasing overtime. Outcomes of this holistic land management tool include invasive weed control, wildfire fuels reduction, habitat management, preparation for habitat restoration, ecological pest control in agricultural fields, improved nutrient cycling and soil health, improved soil water holding capacity, and reduced dependence on fossil fuel-powered equipment.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Project_Description_Timeline_Barn_Design_and_Maps_-_Soil_Born_Farms.pdf 2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

Total project/program
cost*
2747568.0
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
513778.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
Yes
If your
project/program
involves
construction, please
indicate your project
budget?
454290.0
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What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
12781.0
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

0.0 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
46707.0
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Project_Budget.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
Soil Born Farms has submitted funding of $2,213,165 through the Lower American River Conservancy (LARC) which is administered by the CA Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB). This request has been recommended by WCB staff for consideration to the LARC on April 18th 2024. If approved the request will be sent to the WCB Board for final approval in August of 2024. If the full amount of this grant request is not funded by CEIF and/or WCB, Soil Born will solicit remaining funding support from individual and corporate donors.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

Soil Born Farms is committed to developing and running the American River Ranch as an interpretive center for food, health and the environment, and takes long-term responsibility for maintenance of Animal Program facilities, delivery of on-going education programs in partnership with Cordova High School, and livestock and land management. Upon construction completion, Soil Born Farms will commence regular cleaning and maintenance duties for the facility and in accordance with the care needs of the housed animals. These maintenance activities will be documented in a facilities maintenance log. Photographs and maintenance documentation will be provided to document maturation of building landscape and intended use of the facility. Sustaining Career Technical Education programming will be a joint effort between Soil Born Farms and Cordova High School/Folsom Cordova Unified School District, as detailed in our MOU with FCUSD.

As per the 2008 American River Parkway Plan, the American River Ranch is designated as a permanent interpretive center within the Parkway with the express purpose of serving as an organic farm and education facility.

Soil Born Farms' lease with Sacramento County for the American River Ranch extends until April 30th, 2042, covering the next 18 years. While Soil Born Farms has every intention of renewing the lease, as landowner Sacramento County Department of Regional Parks would assume longterm management of the American River Ranch should unforeseen circumstances prevent Soil Born Farms from continuing as the site’s steward.

Do you plan to ask
for funding annually
for this
project/program?
No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
10/1/2024
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Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
9/30/2025
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Please see the project timeline chart in the attached "Project Description" PDF document.

Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
We do not foresee any delays for Animal Barn construction and related land improvement activities if public health orders change during the project period. The outdoor nature of the work should allow the timeline to proceed as planned. Should supply chain issues arise as they did during COVID lockdown, alternate sources of materials will be sought, and/or the project will be delayed until materials are available
4 - Project/Program Location
School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

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Primary street
address of
project/program
2140 Chase Drive
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670.0
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

N/A
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Letters_of_Support_-_Soil_Born_Farms.pdf
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Shawn
Harrison
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Soil Born Farms
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
CEO
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Project Title American River Ranch Animal Barn Project
Applicant
Task Number/Name* Request to
CEIF
Request to
WCB
(Uncommitted)
Applicant (inkind)Total Cost by
Task Description of Task
Personnel: Project
Management (Soil Born)
$ 12,781 $ - $ 18,750 $ 31,531
$12,781 for SBF project director to oversee grant,
contractors, monitoring and reporting. In-kind of
$18,750 for SBF led activities to prepare site to
receive animals, i.e. pasture establishment, shade
structures, water systems, fencing and habitat
enhancements. Funded by SBF from individual
and corporate donations. 520 hours x $28.85
hourly.

Barn Construction
$ 454,290 $ 2,011,968 $ - $ 2,466,258
City of Rancho Cordova covers exterior sitework
including asphalt paving, walkways, exterior
lighting and connections, curbing, stairs and railing
and landscaping.Also includes $159,400 in "soft
costs" for subcontractors to support public bidding,
design support by architect, inspection and
planning department support, construction
management, invoicing support, weekly meeting
minutes. WCB covers remaining construction cost.

Miscellaneous:

Indirect (10%) $ 46,707 $ - $ 1,875 $ 48,582
Indirect costs billed at 10% for management of
SBF staff and project team subcontractors
(excluding general contractor tasked with physical
construction of the barn).

Contingency $ - $ 201,197 $ - $ 201,197 10% cost of construction contingency.

Total $ 513,778 $ 2,213,165 $ 20,625 $ 2,747,568
Soil Born Farms (SBF)
Note: Construction estimate detail available upon request.

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Evan Schmidt
Chief Executive Officer
Founding Emeritus
Len McCandliss
James McClatchy
Gordon Schaber
Board of Directors
Chair
Erica Taylor
Vice Chair
Naaz Alikhan
Treasurer
Louise Walker
Directors
Christopher Callahan
George Claire
John Costa
Linda Cutler
Jeff Davis
Jeff Dorso
William Duncan
Cate Dyer
Gayle Garbolino-Mojica
Shawn Harrison
Chet Hewitt
James Jordan
Brian King
Paul Lau
Gina Lujan Armstrong
Michael Lynch
Garry Maisel
Gary May
Michael Marion
Jahmal Miller
Chelsea Minor
Robert S. Nelsen
Clay Nutting
Meghan Phillips
Jun Reina
Lori Rianda
Randy Sater
Scott Shapiro
Michelle Skinner
Taylor Toledo
Chief Executive
Evan Schmidt
Managing Directors
Trish Kelly
RE: Soil Born Farms’ American River Ranch Animal Barn Project Dear City of Rancho Cordova CEIF Grant Review Committee:

I am writing to express Valley Vision’s strong support for Soil Born Farms' grant application for Animal Barn construction funding, which will enable the launch of a one-of-a-kind education and stewardship program for the Sacramento region. Valley Vision is a civic leadership organization dedicated to improving the livability of the Sacramento region. Through research and action, we collaborate on bold, long-term solutions that improve people's lives. As partners in fostering a sustainable, equitable, and resilient urban food system, Valley Vision values Soil Born Farms’ role at the forefront of this movement for 20+ years. From modeling productive agroecosystems at every scale to engaging residents of all ages in hands-on learning, Soil Born Farms is Sacramento’s go-to educational resource for healthy food, organic farming, and environmental stewardship.

The proposed Animal Program is in alignment with Valley Vision’s 2021 Sacramento Region Food System Action Plan and epitomizes the innovative spirit that drives our region's agricultural sector.

The program will demonstrate how thoughtfully designed regenerative agricultural systems can effectively deliver outcomes for agricultural production, ecological stewardship, and community education.

Soil Born Farms’ strategy of integrating Cordova High School’s Agriculture Academy into Animal Program operations will allow underserved urban students to access tremendously unique learning experiences on the land. This partnership addresses the Sacramento Region Food System Action Plan recommendation of investing in youth workforce development to build a strong career pipeline for the region’s growing food and agriculture sectors. The Animal Program provides Agriculture Academy students - who are already tracking to food and agriculture careers - with unique experience using livestock as a holistic tool for ecosystem management.

The goals of the Animal Program resonate deeply with Valley Vision’s commitment to fostering a thriving, environmentally responsible, and community-oriented food system in Sacramento County. This is an investment that signifies our collective commitment to building resilient urban ecosystems and communities and will serve as a model that can inspire similar endeavors nationwide.

We are eager to witness the positive impact this project will bring to our community.

Sincerely,
Renee John
March 9, 2024
City of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Dr.

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Over the next three years, EXPLORE plans to diversify its connections and add new resources for a more robust new resident experience.

NEW HIRE PROGRAM: CDC post-pandemic regulations have relaxed, and more companies are encouraging employees to return to work sites. An aggressive outreach plan is underway to overhaul the New Hire program, which will allow the program to increase our engagement with new and returning employees. Our goal is to be a presumed part of the onboarding process for our community employers. We will report on the number of new hires we've welcomed in our quarterly program updates. We also anticipate having an impact on returning employees.

APARTMENT COMPLEXES: Thanks to the City of Rancho Cordova staff and other sources, we now have a list of over 70 apartment complexes.

We will contact complexes with property managers and develop collateral to share the program with new residents. For those complexes without onsite or dedicated managers, we'll create collateral unique to that audience. This outreach is ideal for creating in-language materials. Contact results will be included in our quarterly program updates.

ADDING SPECIALTY MAPS TO OUR WEBSITE: We are reviewing a partnership with a company called Proxi, that will enable us to create unique city maps branded EXPLORE and feature a range of options such as neighborhood designations, parks, shopping and attractions, the Barrel District, our EXPLORE Partners' businesses and more.

RELOCATION PACKAGES: EXPLORE regularly receives requests for relocation information. We plan to develop a comprehensive official relocation package that can be sent electronically or via mail. One thought is to connect with local home builders and offer materials for potential homeowners considering locating to Rancho Cordova.

INCREASED PERSONAL DELIVERIES: With the increased use of available technology, we are well-positioned to expand the core service of personal deliveries throughout Rancho Cordova neighborhoods.

MAKE OUR WEBSITE www.ExploreRanchoCA.com INCLUSIVE:

Approximately 20% of Americans experience some form of disability.

Disabilities can come in many forms, but many experience significant difficulties when reading and understanding content online. Removing any barrier to a new resident is simply the right thing to do. We hope to partner with a well-respected, cloud-based assistive accessibility toolbar that ensures our website is user-friendly for individuals with disabilities, situational challenges, and language needs through customization and translation options.

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Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading.
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

Total project/program
cost*
270422.23
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
234272.23
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
170859.96
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
61293.83
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
358.94
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

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What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
1759.5
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Budget_by_Fiscal_Year_Summary.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
We offer a range of EXPLORE sponsorship opportunities and charge a fee for including non-gift items in the welcome bags. We also seek partnerships for specific projects, such as sharing printing costs for the map, providing crayons with the coloring books paid for by a local business, and leveraging Chamber relationships to secure the best pricing for our website accessibility tool.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

Do you plan to ask
for funding annually
for this
project/program?
Yes
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Multiple Years
If requesting for
multiple years,
please share how
many years you are
seeking funding?
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For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

While it is technically possible for the EXPLORE program to run for a single year, the impact and success of the program would be significantly compromised. Rancho Cordova is poised to grow significantly, and investment in our new residents far exceeds the budget required for a short-term program.

Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
8 How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?:

Score
8 3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
9/16/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
9/15/2027
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
EXPLORE Rancho Cordova began on October 1, 2015. The program has demonstrated its impact well and has experienced limited fluctuations. New and current residents are advocates; we've yet to find anything similar in the region – one more way Rancho Cordova shines from when you arrive.

As the program is well-established and running smoothly, we remain committed to the following project schedule:

QUARTERLY – Contact City staff to identify new Rancho Cordova residents to ensure all are welcomed and receive information about Rancho Cordova. We host welcome receptions and program-related events.

BI-MONTHLY – Companies within city limits are contacted, and information regarding new employee counts, welcome bags needed, and site visits are offered. This will be the same timeframe for our apartment complexes outreach.

ONGOING – Welcome bag deliveries, soliciting and serving program partners, inventory management, social media outreach, regular calendar updates, program and project updates, and responding to new resident requests.

Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
As we demonstrated in 2020 and 2021, we remained committed to welcoming new residents via personally handwritten welcome cards and hosted virtual New Resident Welcome Receptions. During the pandemic, we worked alongside Chamber staff to support local shopping, promoted our Rancho Cordova businesses, and kept our audience aware of changing guidelines and safety measures. We may have adapted the process, but new residents to Rancho Cordova received the same welcome and information without skipping a beat. Our primary functions are connections, resources, and current information, and all are done quite well.
4 - Project/Program Location
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: [email protected] Cordova Park & Recreation District: [email protected] Primary street
address of
project/program
2729 Prospect Park Drive Suite 117
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670.0
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KIND WORDS FROM OUR NEWEST NEIGHBORS
“Hi Bee, Teri and I wanted to thank you for personally for delivering our welcome package. It’s efforts like yours that make this place a wonderful neighborhood to live in, please pass on our compliments to your team. Having moved from Hawaii, we know when someone is spreading “Aloha” and your warmth and attitude make you a wonderful representative of what is best in Sacramento. Teri and I were especially happy with the fun stuff in the package and we are excited to visit some of these local businesses! Stay safe and thank you again,” Dan and Teri Bicoy. “Thank you so much. Lots of goodies showed up on our doorstep. Having fun going through it all.

Also received the newsletter.” – Candy Phillips
“I got the gift bag. Thank you so much! It's so nice that Rancho Cordova does this for new residents! And thank you for delivering it”. – Shannon Mitchell
“Thank you for doing the virtual new resident welcome reception. It was a nice welcome to the community, and we enjoyed it. I look forward to the welcome bag. Thank you!” -Karen Bills
“Hi Bee, thanks for inviting us to the Welcome meeting. It was so good to e-meet you all guys” – Venu Chirukuri
“Although, I'm originally from Rancho Cordova the bag had tons of information as I have been gone from Rancho for some years. It was nice to see all the different things that have been built. My children have already convinced me to take them to the children's museum.

Thank you for all the goodies!” – Kristina Kendricks
"Thank you for the welcome, we are very much delighted to purchase a home & reside here in Rancho Cordova, we love it here, moving from Florida to here was as easy as feeling at home." – Calanza family
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"What a treat! My family and I look forward to making memories and exploring our City and all that it has to offer!" Le family
"Thank you very much! We appreciate the warm welcome that the community offers the new neighbors. It is very thoughtful and kind." – Mangundayo family "Thank you so very much for the generosity." – D. Carsey "Thank you for the kind gift, and we're definitely enjoying Rancho Cordova already!" – Karmela
"I'm excited to see what is in store! This is a great idea since we moved from out of state and are not familiar with the area." – Tiffany
"I look forward to exploring my new community!" – C. Ryder "We're happy to be here and make this our home! :)" – Murphy family "Thank you so much for the welcome :)." – Naidu family
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

FCCP Rise & Thrive Collective: Building Brighter Futures Through Education, Art, and Commerce"
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
FCCP Rise & Thrive Collective: Building Brighter Futures Through Education, Art, and Commerce is a dynamic community initiative designed to uplift and support African American families through a series of engaging group speaker sessions focused on education, art, and business.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Our program recognizes the importance of holistic empowerment, addressing key pillars essential for individual and communal growth Education:

Through insightful discussions and workshops led by experienced educators and thought leaders, participants gain valuable insights into navigating educational pathways, advocating for academic success, and fostering a culture of lifelong learning within their families. From early childhood development to higher education and beyond, this program equips families with the tools and resources to unlock their full educational potential.

Art:

Art is a powerful medium for self-expression and cultural celebration. Our program celebrates African American artistry and creativity, showcasing local talent and providing opportunities for families to explore various art forms. Through interactive sessions, participants discover the transformative power of the arts in fostering personal growth, community cohesion, and cultural pride.

Business:

Entrepreneurship and economic empowerment are vital components of thriving communities. This program offers practical insights and mentorship from successful African American business leaders, equipping families with the knowledge and skills to pursue entrepreneurial ventures, build financial literacy, and create sustainable economic opportunities for themselves and future generations.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Our project team is led by residents of Rancho Cordova with firsthand experiences, ensuring our initiatives are rooted in the community's needs and aspirations. We prioritize inviting speakers and facilitators from within the community, drawing upon local expertise to support the workforce development of African American families. By fostering collaboration and empowerment at the grassroots level, we aim to create sustainable pathways to success and prosperity for all members of our community.

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Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Total project/program
cost*
89240.2
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
47898.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
32448.0
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
15450.0
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

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What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?

0.0 Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

FCCP_Budget_RC_CE_2024.xlsx_-_CDBG_CV_2022_Budget_Narrative.pdf Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

FCCP hopes to expand this program and interest additional funders as the program grows.

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Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2025
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Our project timeline spans over 12 months, with the anticipated start date in July and completion in June of the following year. Here's a breakdown of the key milestones:

July - August:
- Project kickoff and team formation
- Community needs assessment and outreach
- Planning and development of program curriculum and activities September- December:
- Recruitment of participants and speakers
- Implementation of educational workshops on topics of education, art, and business
- Networking events and mentorship opportunities for workforce development
January - March:
- Continuation of speaker series and workshops
- Special speaker series during Black History month
- Mid-project evaluation to assess progress and gather feedback - Adjustment of program activities based on evaluation findings April - June:
- Final phase of speaker series and workshops
- Culminating event to showcase participant achievements and celebrate community success during FCCP Juneteenth Celebration 2025 - Completion of project evaluation and reporting
Throughout the timeline, we remain flexible and responsive to the needs of the community, adjusting our plans as necessary to ensure the success and effectiveness of the project.

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Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
In the event of challenges, such as unforeseen circumstances or changes in public health orders, we have contingency plans in place to ensure the continuation and adaptability of our project.

Should in-person activities become difficult or restricted, we are prepared to transition seamlessly to virtual platforms. This includes utilizing video conferencing tools for speaker sessions, workshops, and mentorship programs. Additionally, we will leverage online resources and digital platforms to deliver educational materials, artistic experiences, and entrepreneurial support to participants remotely. Our team is committed to maintaining engagement, fostering connections, and delivering impactful programming regardless of the circumstances.
4 - Project/Program Location
School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
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Primary street
address of
project/program
10665 Coloma rd. Suite 200 Rancho Cordova 95670
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Michele
Cook
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Folsom Cordova Community Partnership
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By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2024-2025 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2024 with adoption in June 2024. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

The Dignity Project
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Dignity Project aims to enhance support for underserved communities in Sacramento County by uniting faith-based, community organizations, and businesses. The initiative strives to establish a comprehensive program addressing essential needs like food security, workforce development, and hygiene for the betterment of disadvantaged residents.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Dignity Project is a comprehensive initiative grounded in the principles of the Rancho Area's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. It is meticulously designed to address critical aspects of community development, focusing on six key pillars: Quality of Life, Education, Public Safety, Civic Engagement, Community Pride, and the well-being of Children and Youth.

This program is particularly aimed at supporting families, especially those facing homelessness or navigating the challenges posed by the current financial climate within the Rancho Area. Currently, we provide assistance to approximately 159 Rancho Cordova residents on a weekly basis.

However, due to the prevalence of food insecurity, we are witnessing a consistent increase in these numbers across various zip codes. We anticipate this trend to persist as inflation rises, leading to increased costs of groceries, gas, and rent.

To fortify the well-being of the community, the Dignity Project introduces a multifaceted approach. At its core, the program creates meaningful employment opportunities through an active participation program. This not only serves as a lifeline for individual financial stability but also plays a crucial role in strengthening the local workforce. Moreover, the initiative operates as a vital resource hub, offering comprehensive support to residents as they navigate the intricacies of the present economic landscape. This support extends beyond immediate needs, encompassing essential services such as food assistance, referrals to job training, tutoring, advanced education opportunities, assistance with utilities, housing support, rehabilitation services, and the facilitation of support groups.

Key to the success of the Dignity Project are collaborative partnerships with other organizations. These partnerships serve as a force multiplier, allowing the program to maximize the resources available to its participants. The recognition of the interconnectedness of various community resources underscores the importance of these collaborative efforts in providing holistic support.

Understanding the transformative power of education and skill development, the Dignity Project envisions offering workforce and professional development classes. This educational component is poised to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary for personal and professional growth, fostering a sense of self-sufficiency and resilience.

In forging impactful partnerships, the program collaborates with other organizations to attract new businesses to the area. This strategic alliance not only contributes to economic development but also creates additional employment opportunities, further enhancing the community's resilience and self-sustainability. The Dignity Project, through its holistic and collaborative approach, aspires to be a catalyst for positive and enduring change, enriching the lives of individuals and fostering a thriving community within the Rancho Area.

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What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
1500.0
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
2500.0
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
39900.0
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Dignity_Project_Budget_-_Sheet1.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
Shelby's Way has applied for the ToT grant through Sacramento County, and is actively looking for grants.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

Program Expansion and Outreach:

If the Dignity Project plans to expand its reach or services, operational costs may increase to accommodate a larger participant base or serve additional communities within the Rancho Area.

Personnel and Staffing:

Ongoing personnel costs include salaries, benefits, and training for staff involved in program management, coordination, outreach, and service delivery.

Resource Hub Maintenance:

Costs related to maintaining the resource hub, including physical infrastructure, utilities, and technology.

Educational Initiatives:

If the program offers educational classes and skill development workshops, there will be ongoing costs for curriculum development, instructor salaries, and materials.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

Continuous monitoring and evaluation activities to assess the program's impact and effectiveness will incur ongoing costs for data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Technology and Infrastructure:

Ongoing investments in technology and infrastructure, including digital platforms for program management and participant engagement, will contribute to operational costs.

Marketing and Outreach:

To maintain visibility and attract participants, ongoing marketing and outreach efforts will incur costs related to promotional materials, advertising, and community engagement events.

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3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2025
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Shelby’s Way stands as the sole provider of essential services in the local community, unwavering in its commitment to weekly food assistance, even amid the pandemic. Sourcing provisions from the Oakland food bank, we ensured consistent fulfillment of community needs. Our impact is evident in successfully providing food for 14,591 individuals, surpassing pandemic assistance levels. Recognizing an unmet need, our mission is aligned to address it effectively. The community acknowledges our work, creating a protective environment around our property, in contrast to neighboring businesses facing security challenges. Our property is safeguarded by the very individuals we serve.

Weekly Grocery Disbursement Program (Every Friday - 2024) Weekly Intake Sessions (Every Friday - 2024)
Workforce Development Classes (1st Tuesday of Each Month beginning July 2024)
Weekly Grocery Disbursement Program (Every Friday- 2025) Weekly Intake Sessions
Workforce Development Classes (1st Tuesday of Each Month) Professional Development Classes (Last Tuesday of Each Month) Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
Our project prioritizes adaptability in response to changes in California Health and Sacramento County Health Orders. In the event of updated guidelines, we are well-prepared to make swift adjustments. The seamless transition to a virtual format for instructional components is a key aspect of our contingency plan. Drawing from our experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, where we successfully implemented social distance requirements, we have established a framework that allows us to pivot swiftly. Our commitment to flexibility ensures that the project can continue to deliver valuable services while adhering to any evolving health guidelines, guaranteeing the safety and well-being of all participants and stakeholders.
4 - Project/Program Location
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: [email protected] Cordova Park & Recreation District: [email protected] Primary street
address of
project/program
9261 Folsom Blvd., 200
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Sacramento
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95826.0
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If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
Yes, I would be the one to sign the contract
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2024-2025 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2024 with adoption in June 2024. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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From: Shelby's Way
Subject: Support Letter
Date: March 12, 2024 at 6:19 PM
To: Salena Pryor
Below is one of the support letters.

Thanks,
Shené Richards, MBA, BSBA
Executive Director
___________________________
9261 Folsom Blvd Suite 200
Sacramento, Ca.95826
(916)287-1135
ShelbysWay.life
“Helping everyday people with life”
From: Monita Ford
Sent: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 3:04 PM
To: Shelby's Way
Subject:

To whom it may concern
Greetings, my name is Monita Ford an individual who has benefited immensely from the organization.

Shelby's way has provided, and supported not just my family but many others in my community with the means of food when times are tough or when in need. I am beyond grateful for Shelby‘s way, it has helped my family and I with groceries that are well needed, and have became a useful resource for our community. Without Shelby's way, I don't know what would be the outcome when in need.

Sincerely,
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Studio T Arts - Side Hustle Academy - Cohort 3
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Break the pattern of poverty within Rancho Cordova’s low-income communities. Provides underserved youth career opportunities that promote long-term economic growth, and support local businesses.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Our program is designed to break the pattern of poverty within Rancho Cordova’s low-income communities by empowering youth to produce for themselves while activating community engagement. We provide underserved youth career opportunities that promote long-term economic growth, while also supporting local small businesses in the transition to a digital world.

By leveraging a model successfully demonstrated under grants from the Cities of Rancho Cordova and Sacramento since 2020, we will match 12 youth with local small businesses to create positive outcomes for both groups.

Studio T provides youth participants with 180+ hours of digital marketing curriculum and training. They learn to build online branding and marketing campaigns. In the process, they learn entrepreneurism, leadership, communication, and business management.

Studio T leverages its connections within the City of Rancho Cordova, the local business community, and the arts and entertainment world to create opportunities for youth and small businesses. Having tested the program with in-person service delivery (post-COVID), the addition of pop-up locations allows our participants to engage with the community, network directly with small business owners, and provide services to struggling small businesses at locations where they are most needed.

As participants progress in the program, they learn to monetize their skills, mentor and train others, and step into leadership roles in the program, within the community, and on the job.

By providing workforce development opportunities for youth and economic development in the form of increased revenue to small businesses, we will enhance Rancho Cordova’s community with a leveraged investment that benefits city residents for years to come.

Tamaira “Miss Tee” Sandifer, our Founder - Raised in Richmond, CA to a single mother in a family of six children, she represents the extreme minority. She experienced, firsthand, the devastation the War on Drugs had on the black culture. Miss Tee overcame the struggles associated with the War on Drugs within her family and poverty, to become a, “Forbes, The Culture 50 Champion.” She was selected by Forbes because her organization “models business excellence” and “also uplift Black and Brown communities through her crafts and philanthropic efforts”. She is intentional about the hiring process, investment, and mentorship practices, driving critical discussions and effecting change through advocacy.

Miss Tee serves as a “tech innovator, social justice warrior, filmmakers, TV executive, dancer and more.” Her unique experience as a Black CEO, a national dance treasure, and from the hard streets of the East Bay, has “empowered masses” and has helped to create long-term, multigenerational wealth. She continues to be the creative engine behind programs like Side Hustle Academy because of her personal experiences growing up like the youth Studio T Arts serves today.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Miss Hannah Feuerwerker discovered her passion for community and dance at the age of 12. She performs and teaches across the country.

Mr. Cameron Rodriguez fills the Lead Videographer role for Studio T. He focuses on mastering as diverse a variety of technical skills and environments as possible. He maintains additional competencies in creative specialties like animation, web development, lighting, editing, recording, cinematography, and graphic design.

Mr. Maxwell Adams has scripted, directed, and produced over 30 episodes of youtube and social media content. He continues to develop his creative career, and use his IT degree expanding Studio T’s digital footprint.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Small business clients are recruited using digital marketing and appointment setting. Links to digital marketing materials and product samples are submitted in the outcomes reports.

Small business clients are recruited using pop-up service delivery methods.

Links to digital marketing materials and product samples are submitted in the outcomes reports.

Up to 20 small business client projects completed. The number of clients served will be included in the outcomes reports.
12 youth complete 30+ weeks of digital media, marketing, leadership, and business management training. Attendance sheets and project samples will be submitted in the outcomes reports.

Youth provide necessary marketing assistance to small business clients.

Service agreements with completion statuses and product samples are submitted in the outcomes reports.
80% or more youth participants rate experience as positive in post evaluations
Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

STAE-Pprogram_Deck_2023-25.pdf
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

Total project/program
cost*
143573.0
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What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
100000.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
25776.0
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
13950.0
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
27550.0
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
80500.0
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

SHA_Measure_H_Budget_2024.xlsx_-_SHA_2024.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

We supplement Side Hustle Academy with Fee for Service funds.

Do you plan to ask
for funding annually
for this
project/program?
Yes
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
3 How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?:

Score
3 3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
9/16/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2025
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Our project schedule occurs in three phases:

Phase 1 - Planning Recruitment (30-60 days post-award notice).

Phase 2 - Youth Training Development (213-243 days).

Phase 3 - Business Campaign Execution Evaluations (120 days).

Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
Our adept problem-solving skills are evident in our swift response to challenges. Amidst the pandemic, we innovated the Pass To Class distance learning platform, seamlessly transitioning our in-person programs to an accessible online format. This included a diverse range of art programs and family development initiatives. This adaptability allowed us to impact over 700,000 youth and 8,000 educators nationwide. Our commitment to finding effective solutions ensures the continuity and success of our programs in the face of unforeseen obstacles. For all other challenges, we have over twenty-five years of experience in creative problem solving.
4 - Project/Program Location
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: [email protected] Cordova Park & Recreation District: [email protected] Primary street
address of
project/program
1215 Del Paso Blvd
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Sacramento
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95815.0
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915 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
To Whom it May Concern:

There are so many organizations and individuals who are working diligently to help our youth navigate this world we live in. Sometimes one organization stands out above the rest. For Sacramento, that organization is Studio T Arts & Entertainment established by Tamaira Sandifer. Serving more than 5,000 youth in school districts throughout Northern California, Studio T works to instill real life skills, hope and a sense of belonging to her students.

Ms. Tee, as many know her, is a literal powerhouse who has recognized the benefit of dance in the everyday lives of youth who need a creative outlet – and for many – a reason to stay off the streets, out of jail, and to stay alive. She works as a tireless champion in the development of every child to build confidence, character and a conquering spirit that believes anything is possible. What sets Ms. Tee and this organization apart is that through their work, not only have they saved lives, they have created, nurtured, and established the arts leaders of tomorrow Some of her students have moved from her studio to the national stage as some of Hollywood’s most sought after dancers. Many, not destined to be professional dancers, have found dance to be an outlet for their emotions. Dance has allowed them the opportunity to process their emotions through movement – and move forward in their lives. “One of the best forms of therapy that we have found is dance. It gives them a way to express themselves. Sometimes they don’t know how to say I’m scared. Sometimes they don’t know how to say I’m stressed out. Our objective is, if we can get them relieving their anger and stress and pressure this way, you won’t find them doing some other unsavory things that are more detrimental than helpful,” – Tee Sandifer
Through this organization Ms. Tee and her team set out to change the course of their lives. Her mission is clear – to impact as many youths as she could, through the arts and dance.

Sincerely,
Jody Ulich
City of Sacramento
Director, Convention & Cultural Services
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Miss Tee Sandifer <[email protected]>
Important Sacramento Information - Miss Tee
9 messages
Street, Nathan L Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 7:48 AM
To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]>, "[email protected]" <[email protected]>
Good morning,
First, I would like to express how wonderful it was to spend time at the Americans for the Arts winter meeting in Sacramento earlier this year. I appreciate the work you and Mayor Steinburg are doing in Sacramento to support the arts and ensure equitable access for all communities. Mayor Steinburg supported this meeting tremendously by graciously allowing representation from his office to speak to our delegation. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the incredible people of your beautiful city.

I write today because of the incredible necessity for me to do so. It is an incredible necessity because I am simply amazed at the level of generosity, professionalism, and talent expressed by Miss Tee – Tamaira Sandifer. It is incredibly imperative that you know that Miss Tee has selflessly recorded videos, generated resources and materials, and provided all of that for continuing education in a digital format for students in my school district in Greensboro, NC.

While this, in and of itself, is an amazing provision, it is important for you to know the number of children and staff members who now have access to these incredible resources. My district is comprised of 73,000 students and over 5,000 staff members. Our digital learning in Guilford County Schools is occurring on the Canvas platform where Miss Tee’s resources live. She has, without a doubt, provided opportunities to change lives well beyond the City of Sacramento and the State of California.

These resources are simply phenomenal. Miss Tee interweaves hip-hop dance fundamentals, a technique that literally meets students where they are and connects with their inherent interests, with uplifting, self-esteem generating, lifealtering lessons geared toward culturally relevant and sustaining initiatives that speak to our students so well. Please allow me to be clear: if I could steal Miss Tee away from Sacramento and bring her to Greensboro, NC, I would in a “New York minute.” In fact, I’ve already tried to lure her away from Sacramento. Miss Tee, in her kind and deferential way, refused because she is dedicated to Sacramento, CA but so generously offered to help us in any way she can.

She has more than delivered.

Miss Tee has also selflessly offered to provide professional development for my teachers in Greensboro during the COVID-19 shutdown. Her message is one that the world needs to hear. Furthermore, if we are able to move forward with our Exceptional Children and ARCH (Arts Raising Children Higher) Conference in Greensboro in July at NC A&T State University, we are bringing Miss Tee in, at all-expenses paid, to get her in front of our teachers.

I know you are aware that you have a jewel in Sacramento with Miss Tee. In fact, I consider her Sacramento’s crown jewel. However, I wanted you to be aware of the national reach Sacramento and California is making during this difficult time through the work of Miss Tee Tamaira Sandifer. Her work is so incredibly important. Please understand, I would, in no way, assume to know what is best for Sacramento; however, I cannot impress upon the City of Sacramento and State of California enough to support Studio T Dance and Miss Tee financially, personally, physically, and spiritually. We work daily to change lives. Miss Tee is actually doing it and making a national impact. Believe me when I say, I will continue to try to steal Sacramento’s crown jewel.

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October 14, 2020
To Whom it May Concern:

I am writing today to endorse the work of Tamaira Sandifer – Miss Tee – and recommend her for this funding opportunity.

Miss Tee has always been a true community leader and advocate. She developed and implemented the National Day of Dance in Sacramento, at a time when no one thought that a dance event at a major municipal venue was a plausible idea. She has proved the naysayers wrong and carried it out brilliantly, shedding a light on the diverse dance in our community as well as bringing dance to forefront of our cultural landscape.

Last year, Miss Tee was a featured presenter and performer at the first Sacramento Creativity Summit for high school students, a full day of creative workshops, performances and presentations for 300 students from 10 school, held at the newly opened Sofia Theatre in Sacramento. Her presentation was mesmerizing, as she captured the essence of creativity for theater full of youth, inspiring them not to give up on their dreams, lose confidence in their innate creativity, or believe that their circumstances or environments limit who they are. And, of course, her teaching and performance were evidence of the message.

And, I am honored to say that I have had the pleasure of working with Miss Tee during the past six months, while COVID-19 has severely hit our community and made difficult and inequitable systems for youth more visible for all to see. We’ve sat on committees together and discussed and planned the work that needs to be done. And she is in the forefront of this work. She and the amazing artists and youth she works with have jumped in with resources, positive messaging, support for those in need and teaching – both in person where students gather for much needed supplies and services and virtually, with a variety of online classes and resources demonstrating her powerful teaching and dance skills. Her work stands up without her activism – yet her activism magnifies the reach of her work.

Tee is always the first to say, “what can I do?” when art and messaging is needed. And it has never been needed more than now.

I am happy to help her work in any way I can and to recommend her for support.

Sincerely,
Melissa Cirone
Programs Manager, Arts & Community Programs
Sacramento Office of Arts & Culture
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October 18, 2020
To Whom It May Concern:

In over a decade of working as an education, arts, and policy leader I have yet to come across an artist, educator, and youth advocate as passionate and impactful as Tee Sandifer. I had the honor to meet Tee through Americans for the Arts National Arts Education council where she serves as Vice-Chair. Tee brings to our council the fervor and urgency needed to impact real change in the field of education through the arts, which she is doing every day through Studio T Arts & Entertainment.

Through Studio T Arts & Entertainment Tee has built an empire led by youth who have forged a pathway for themselves under Tee’s mentorship. In addition to serving over 5000 youth in Sacramento area schools Tee has expanded her footprint by creating PassToClass, an online dance and social-emotional learning platform that has reached youth around the world, including my students in Minneapolis, MN, and Chicago, IL. Tee is acutely aware of the challenges youth face, in particular, youth of color in under-resourced communities, and she is equally cognizant of their assets and how to help them leverage their greatest strengths.

I am personally and professionally moved by the mission behind Tee’s work but most importantly I am in awe of the tangible impact her work and her programming as made in communities around the globe, which I have seen first hand in her home city of Sacramento, as well as the communities I serve, and those of our colleagues.

There is no greater investment in youth than to help them find the strength within themselves through the arts.

Sincerely,
Ahava Silkey-Jones
Executive Director, DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science Board Chair, Professional Theatre and Dance Youth Academy Arts Education Council Member, Americans for the Arts
Commissioner, Minneapolis Arts Commission
532 Bunker Lake Boulevard NE ♦ Ham Lake, MN 55304
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

ARK Strategies Inc - Comprehensive Cybersecurity Assessment Services for Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
This project aims to enhance cybersecurity for 25 small businesses and nonprofits in Rancho Cordova, offering assessments, strategic improvements, and training to bolster digital security, ensure regulatory compliance, and support economic resilience, reinforcing the city's commitment to a secure, businessfriendly environment.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Executive Summary
ARK Strategies Inc is eager to collaborate with the City of Rancho Cordova, dedicating our efforts to enrich our community by offering comprehensive cybersecurity assessment services to 25 local small businesses and non-profit organizations. This initiative, supported by the City of Rancho Cordova's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund, aims to substantially enhance the cybersecurity resilience of these critical community pillars. Through detailed evaluations, strategic enhancements, and tailored training sessions, we aspire to fortify their digital defenses against the escalating threat landscape.

Incorporating both small businesses and non-profit organizations into this initiative is a deliberate and strategic choice. Small businesses are the engines of our local economy, sparking innovation and growth, whereas non-profit organizations weave the strong social fabric of our community, providing indispensable services and support to our residents. In the face of today's pervasive cyber threats, which pose a significant risk to the security and vitality of these entities, our proposal offers a holistic solution. It seeks not only to address the immediate need for robust cybersecurity defenses but also to align with the City of Rancho Cordova's wider goals for economic growth, public safety, and community enrichment.

This initiative represents more than a program for cybersecurity enhancement; it embodies our commitment to protecting the digital infrastructure of our community's most essential organizations. In doing so, we aim to shield them from cyber threats, thereby ensuring the continued prosperity and resilience of the City of Rancho Cordova. ARK Strategies Inc is keen to forge a partnership with the city council and staff, pooling our shared objectives and resources towards fostering a safer, more vibrant community for all.

Importance of the Proposal In an era where digital integrity is crucial, the security of small businesses and non-profit organizations is fundamentally linked to robust cybersecurity defenses. These entities are pillars of Rancho Cordova's economic diversity, innovation, and communal identity. By addressing the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures, this proposal ensures a secure operational environment, protecting Rancho Cordova's economic and social assets. This initiative sets a precedent in municipal cybersecurity support, highlighting our commitment to a secure, thriving, and resilient local economy.

Justification for Including Local Non-Profits
Incorporating local non-profit organizations into this cybersecurity initiative recognizes their integral role in serving the Rancho Cordova community. Nonprofits often manage sensitive data and provide critical services, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. By bolstering their cybersecurity, we not only protect these organizations but also safeguard the community members they CEIF APP #100
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serve, ensuring the continuity and integrity of essential services.

Expected Benefits
Investing in this project will markedly elevate the City of Rancho Cordova's stature as a leader in business support and community safety, showcasing our commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment that prioritizes the welfare of its enterprises and citizens alike. By significantly enhancing digital security, we not only protect our economic assets but also demonstrate to current and potential businesses that Rancho Cordova is a forward-thinking city dedicated to their success and security.

The initiative will bolster economic and communal resilience, ensuring that our local businesses and non-profits can thrive even in the face of increasing cyber threats. This resilience translates into a more stable local economy, with businesses that are better equipped to grow, innovate, and contribute to the community without the looming fear of cyber disruptions.

Supporting regulatory compliance is another critical benefit. As businesses increasingly navigate complex digital regulations, this project will provide them with the necessary tools and knowledge to meet these requirements efficiently, thereby avoiding potential fines and legal complications that can detract from their focus on growth and service delivery.

Moreover, by offering cost-effective cybersecurity solutions, we are removing a significant barrier for small businesses and non-profits that might otherwise be unable to afford such critical protections. This approach not only secures their operations but also signals to the broader community and potential investors that Rancho Cordova is a city that invests in its future, cares deeply about its community, and takes tangible steps to ensure its collective prosperity and safety.

Ultimately, the expected benefits of this project extend beyond immediate cybersecurity improvements. They encompass fostering a more robust economic environment, enhancing the city's reputation as a supportive and secure place to do business, strengthening the social fabric by ensuring that the organizations serving our community are protected. This initiative statement of our commitment to the city's long-term economic &social well-being, reinforcing Rancho Cordova's image as a city that is not only business-friendly but also deeply committed to the security and success of its community.

Tell us about your
Project/Program Team
The ARK Strategies project team comprises highly skilled cyber consultants with extensive experience serving high-profile clients in both the public and private sectors. Our team boasts a proven track record of delivering top-tier cybersecurity services, underscored by prestigious certifications such as CISSP, among others. Further enriching our expertise, many of our consultants are veterans and former law enforcement officers, bringing over 20 years of dedicated cybersecurity experience to the table. This diverse background equips our team with unique insights and a comprehensive understanding of the cybersecurity landscape, enabling us to offer unparalleled service to the Rancho Cordova community.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The primary goals of our Comprehensive Cybersecurity Assessment Services for Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations project are as follows:

Enhance Cybersecurity Posture: To significantly improve the cybersecurity defenses of 25 small businesses and non-profit organizations in Rancho Cordova, equipping them to safeguard against evolving cyber threats. This is CEIF APP #100
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crucial as these entities often lack the budget and resources to allocate toward cybersecurity, making them particularly vulnerable to attacks.

Foster Economic and Community Resilience: By protecting these essential entities from cyber incidents, we aim to bolster the resilience of Rancho Cordova's local economy and community. This support is vital for sustaining businesses that face funding challenges and consider cybersecurity as an afterthought due to budget constraints.

Support Regulatory Compliance: To assist participating businesses and nonprofits in achieving and maintaining compliance with cybersecurity regulations and standards, reducing their legal risks and enhancing trust among their clients and partners.

Promote Cybersecurity Awareness and Best Practices: Elevate cybersecurity knowledge and awareness through targeted training and educational materials, empowering staff and management to actively contribute to their organization's cyber defenses.

Demonstrate City Commitment to Business and Community Security: Highlight the City of Rancho Cordova's dedication to creating a secure, supportive, and business-friendly environment. It's critical to provide the tools and support necessary to sustain these organizations, allowing them to contribute to the economic development of the city.

Build a Model for Municipal Cybersecurity Support: Establish this initiative as a replicable model for how cities can effectively support their local businesses and non-profit organizations in cybersecurity. This approach acknowledges the significant challenge small businesses face in funding cybersecurity measures on their own and emphasizes the importance of community support in overcoming these hurdles.

By achieving these goals, we underscore the necessity of community and municipal support in providing small businesses and non-profits with the tools and resources they need to thrive. Such support not only helps these entities to sustain themselves but also enables them to continue contributing to the economic development and well-being of Rancho Cordova.

Project Objectives, Methodology, and Deliverables
Objectives: To conduct comprehensive cybersecurity assessments, mitigate vulnerabilities, implement strategic improvements, and promote cybersecurity best practices among small businesses and non-profit organizations.

Methodology: A systematic approach encompassing consultations, assessments, scanning, testing, policy reviews, and training.

Deliverables: Cybersecurity assessment reports, action plans, policy recommendations, and training materials for each participating entity.

Selection Process for Participating Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations
In collaboration with the City of Rancho Cordova, business advocacy groups, and community organizations, ARK Strategies Inc will employ a targeted and collaborative method to select 25 entities, aiming to support those vital to the city's economic and communal fabric.

Criteria for Selection:

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Vulnerability and Need: Priority given to entities showing clear vulnerability to cyber threats and a significant need for cybersecurity enhancements.

Community Impact: Preference for entities that provide essential services or significantly contribute to local economic development, job creation, and community support.

Commitment to Improvement: Entities must be dedicated to enhancing their cybersecurity posture through the implementation of recommended measures and participation in training programs.

Diversity and Inclusion: Focus on achieving a diverse selection of businesses and non-profits, including those owned by underrepresented groups or located in economically disadvantaged areas.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application.

Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

ARK_Strategies_Inc_-
Comprehensive_Cybersecurity_Assessment_Services_for_Small_Businesses_and_Non_ProfitsV2.0.pdf 2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this section
with total dollar
amounts for your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2024- 2025.

Total project/program
cost*
500000.0
What is the amount of
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund grant
monies requested?
500000.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
350000.0
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
10000.0
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What is the total cost
of transportation for
your project/program?
30000.0
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
10000.0
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
100000.0
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget.

Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

ARK_STRATEGIES_-Cybersecurity_Assessments_Project_budget.pdf Has your organization
sought or will seek
other funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

NO Operations or maintenance cost
Do you plan to ask for
funding annually for
this project/program?
Yes
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for multiple
years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
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Anticipated Start Date
(July 1 is the soonest
available start date)
7/1/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs end
by June 30)
6/30/2025
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Project Timeline: Our Comprehensive Cybersecurity Assessment Services for Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations is structured over a 12-month period, from July 2024 to June 2025. The project is meticulously planned to ensure each phase is executed efficiently and effectively, providing maximum benefit to the participating entities. Below is a detailed overview of the anticipated timeline:

July and August 2024: Outreach and Selection
Objective: To identify and engage potential small business and non-profit participants within the Rancho Cordova community.

Activities: Conduct extensive outreach efforts through various channels, collaborate with local business advocacy groups and community organizations, and initiate the selection process based on defined criteria.

Outcome: Selection of 25 entities for participation in the cybersecurity assessment program.

August - September 2024: Initial Consulting and Planning Objective: To lay the groundwork for tailored cybersecurity assessments through preliminary consultations and planning.

Activities: Hold initial meetings with each selected entity to understand their specific cybersecurity concerns, current measures in place, and unique needs.

Develop a customized plan for the subsequent assessment phase.

Outcome: A personalized cybersecurity assessment and improvement plan for each participating entity.

October 2024 - June 2025: Execution in 4-Week Intervals Over these nine months, the project will be executed in cycles, each lasting 4 weeks, to accommodate the detailed assessment and reporting process for each entity. This approach ensures thoroughness and personalized attention to the specific needs of each participant.

Week 1 (Each Cycle): Initial Consultation and Planning
Conduct a detailed consultation session to finalize the assessment scope based on preliminary findings and discussions.

Weeks 2-3 (Each Cycle): Cybersecurity Assessment
Implement the cybersecurity assessment, including vulnerability scanning, risk analysis, and identification of potential improvements.

Week 4 (Each Cycle): Report Preparation and Presentation Compile a comprehensive report detailing the assessment findings, followed by a presentation to the respective entity, discussing identified vulnerabilities, recommended improvements, and a strategic action plan.

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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement process.

City of Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670.0
If your
project/program takes
place at multiple
locations, please list
other or secondary
locations.

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Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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ARK Strategies Inc - Comprehensive Cybersecurity Assessment Services for Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations
Project budget:

Budget Overview and Justification
The funding request of $500,000, allocating $20,000 per entity, is carefully distributed as follows:

Cybersecurity Assessments and Reports: $150,000 - For conducting comprehensive cybersecurity assessments.

Improvement Plan Development and Implementation: $150,000 - To fund the creation and execution of customized action plans.

Training and Education Programs: $100,000 - For developing and delivering cybersecurity training sessions.

Administrative and Project Management Costs: $100,000 - To cover project management, stakeholder consultations, and coordination efforts.

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Comprehensive Cybersecurity Assessment Services for Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations
Applicant Organization: ARK Strategies Inc
Project Title: Comprehensive Cybersecurity Assessment Services for Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations
Funding Request: $500,000
Number of Beneficiaries: 25 Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations in the City of Rancho Cordova
Executive Summary
ARK Strategies Inc is eager to collaborate with the City of Rancho Cordova, dedicating our efforts to enrich our community by offering comprehensive cybersecurity assessment services to 25 local small businesses and non-profit organizations. This initiative, supported by the City of Rancho Cordova's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund, aims to substantially enhance the cybersecurity resilience of these critical community pillars. Through detailed evaluations, strategic enhancements, and tailored training sessions, we aspire to fortify their digital defenses against the escalating threat landscape.

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Importance of the Proposal
In an era where digital integrity is crucial, the security of small businesses and non-profit organizations is fundamentally linked to robust cybersecurity defenses. These entities are pillars of Rancho Cordova's economic diversity, innovation, and communal identity. By addressing the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures, this proposal ensures a secure operational environment, protecting Rancho Cordova's economic and social assets. This initiative sets a precedent in municipal cybersecurity support, highlighting our commitment to a secure, thriving, and resilient local economy.

Methodology: A systematic approach encompassing consultations, assessments, scanning, testing, policy reviews, and training.

Deliverables: Cybersecurity assessment reports, action plans, policy recommendations, and training materials for each participating entity.

Selection Process for Participating Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations In collaboration with the City of Rancho Cordova, business advocacy groups, and community organizations, ARK Strategies Inc will employ a targeted and collaborative method to select 25 entities, aiming to support those vital to the city's economic and communal fabric.

Criteria for Selection:

Vulnerability and Need: Priority given to entities showing clear vulnerability to cyber threats and a significant need for cybersecurity enhancements.

Community Impact: Preference for entities that provide essential services or significantly contribute to local economic development, job creation, and community support.

Commitment to Improvement: Entities must be dedicated to enhancing their cybersecurity posture through the implementation of recommended measures and participation in training programs.

Diversity and Inclusion: Focus on achieving a diverse selection of businesses and non-profits, including those owned by underrepresented groups or located in economically disadvantaged areas.

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Justification for Including Local Non-Profits
Incorporating local non-profit organizations into this cybersecurity initiative recognizes their integral role in serving the Rancho Cordova community. Non-profits often manage sensitive data and provide critical services, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. By bolstering their cybersecurity, we not only protect these organizations but also safeguard the community members they serve, ensuring the continuity and integrity of essential services.

Expected Benefits
Investing in this project will markedly elevate the City of Rancho Cordova's stature as a leader in business support and community safety, showcasing our commitment to fostering a businessfriendly environment that prioritizes the welfare of its enterprises and citizens alike. By significantly enhancing digital security, we not only protect our economic assets but also demonstrate to current and potential businesses that Rancho Cordova is a forward-thinking city dedicated to their success and security.

Ultimately, the expected benefits of this project extend beyond immediate cybersecurity improvements. They encompass fostering a more robust economic environment, enhancing the city's reputation as a supportive and secure place to do business, and strengthening the social fabric by ensuring that the organizations serving our community are protected. This initiative is a clear statement of our commitment to the city's long-term economic and social well-being, reinforcing Rancho Cordova's image as a city that is not only business-friendly but also deeply committed to the security and success of its community.

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Budget Overview and Justification
The funding request of $500,000, allocating $20,000 per entity, is carefully distributed as follows:

Cybersecurity Assessments and Reports: $150,000 - For conducting comprehensive cybersecurity assessments.

Improvement Plan Development and Implementation: $150,000 - To fund the creation and execution of customized action plans.

Training and Education Programs: $100,000 - For developing and delivering cybersecurity training sessions.

Administrative and Project Management Costs: $100,000 - To cover project management, stakeholder consultations, and coordination efforts.

Project Timeline: Our Comprehensive Cybersecurity Assessment Services for Small Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations is structured over a 12-month period, from July 2024 to June 2025.

The project is meticulously planned to ensure each phase is executed efficiently and effectively, providing maximum benefit to the participating entities. Below is a detailed overview of the anticipated timeline:

July and August 2024: Outreach and Selection
Objective: To identify and engage potential small business and non-profit participants within the Rancho Cordova community.

Outcome: Selection of 25 entities for participation in the cybersecurity assessment program.

August - September 2024: Initial Consulting and Planning Objective: To lay the groundwork for tailored cybersecurity assessments through preliminary consultations and planning.

Activities: Hold initial meetings with each selected entity to understand their specific cybersecurity concerns, current measures in place, and unique needs. Develop a customized plan for the subsequent assessment phase.

Outcome: A personalized cybersecurity assessment and improvement plan for each participating entity.

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Over these nine months, the project will be executed in cycles, each lasting 4 weeks, to accommodate the detailed assessment and reporting process for each entity. This approach ensures thoroughness and personalized attention to the specific needs of each participant.

Week 1 (Each Cycle): Initial Consultation and Planning
Conduct a detailed consultation session to finalize the assessment scope based on preliminary findings and discussions.

Weeks 2-3 (Each Cycle): Cybersecurity Assessment
Implement the cybersecurity assessment, including vulnerability scanning, risk analysis, and identification of potential improvements.

Conclusion
By funding this initiative, ARK Strategies Inc and the City of Rancho Cordova will forge a vital partnership aimed at protecting the digital assets of our small business and non-profit community.

This investment signifies our shared commitment to a secure, prosperous, and forward-thinking economic and social landscape. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate on this essential project, serving as a model for municipal cybersecurity support across other cities.

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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center Improvement Program
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Project objective is to improve our facility infrastructure and the safety of our center. To enhance our Lodge that serves the RC City, RC Moose Lodge, and community. The facility provides a gathering place for families and community organizations for entertainment, social activities and fund raising for local community needs.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center Project goal is to improve the safety of our lodge by replacing our deteriorating roof & ailing HVAC system of more than 50 years. Both are so old that it requires several thousands of dollars each year to keep the system running and patching holes in our roof. The roof and HVAC enable us to continue operating to support local community projects, i.e., RC junior orchestra, our rib cook off, our Thanksgiving & Christmas and ongoing local donations that aid and support Rancho Cordova Family Center and community. One of the main purposes of our nonprofit RC Moose Family Center is to hold fund raisers that benefit local RC City initiatives. The Rancho Cordova Little League Ballpark, Cordova Lancers, RC schools pools, have all benefited from our fund raisers. We support and work with the Police Activities League, the Rancho Cordova Food Locker and as many local community
sponsored events as possible. Ultimately the Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center objective is to improve the quality of life for our members, the public, and the local families that benefit from our donated services.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Administrator John Ingrim
President Chris Fordham
Maintenance Committee Chair Chuck Parsons
Financial Review Committee Chair Joe Gough
And additional RC Moose Family Center Volunteers
Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The project timeline goal is to be completed before June 2025 Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading.

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2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

Total project/program
cost*
197000.0
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
197000.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
Yes
If your
project/program
involves
construction, please
indicate your project
budget?
197000.0
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

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What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?

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Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

The bids we've sent in with this application are being refreshed. We anticipate an increase in bid costs, thus the increase in request from the $155,561 to $197,000.00. We will adjust accordingly and will have these updated by the time we have an opportunity to interface with the review committee/City of Rancho Cordova. We do not have any additional sources of funding. We were denied refinancing for a loan we requested based on our P&L statement. The Moose Family Center is a non-profit organization.

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Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/31/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
1/31/2025
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Project will commence 30 days after receipt of funding. Project completed no later than June 2025.

Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
The RC Moose Family Center was impacted by Covid 19 pandemic policies in 2020 & beyond. We adjusted operations accordingly and followed Sacramento County guidelines. We operated in our parking lot for an extended period and demonstrated our adaptability during challenging times. We took all safety precautions and were never cited for any infractions. We will also designate one representative as our project point of contact.
4 - Project/Program Location
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

List the city location
of the
project/program.

RANCHO CORDOVA
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670.0
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DTS Mechanical, Inc.

MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS
Servicing Since1993; CA #865959; NV#0069756
March 13, 2024 UPDATED Proposal # 1317R2

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Moose Family Center
10124 Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Attn.: John Ingrim
Sub: HVAC System Replacement (Split System AHU#1/CU#1)
DTS is pleased to provide the following proposals for the replacement of the York 15ton Split System (AHU#1 / CU#1). The proposal is based on the project document description provided by the owner and job walk with the owner The price includes but is not limited to the following.

Option A (Note that Trane no longer Manufactures this equipment and is limited in stock.)

1. Demo (AHU#1 / CU#1 and associated duct, work refrigeration piping as required

2. AHU#1- TRANE TWE18043BAA (15ton capacity)

3. CU#1 - TRANE TTA18043DAB (15ton capacity)

4. Duct work Modifications in Mechanical room as Required.

5. Gas Piping disconnect and Reconnect

6. Refrigeration piping as Required.

7. Electrical Disconnect and Reconnect as required.

8. Temperature Controls
Option A Price ………………….……………………………... $ N/A
Add for Furnace (Heating) Replacement …………………. $ N/A
Option B

1. Demo (AHU#1 / CU#1 and associated duct, work refrigeration piping as required

2. AHU#1 & AHU#2 - TRANE ODY 1-3TWE09043BAAA (Generation B (2023 DOE)) (7.5ton capacity each)

3. CU#1 & CU#2 - TRANE TTA09043AAA (Generation B (2023 DOE)) (7.5ton capacity)

4. F#1 & F#2 Furnace 96,000BTU

5. Duct work Modifications as Required.

6. Gas Piping Disconnect and Reconnect (New as Required)

7. Refrigeration piping as Required.

8. Electrical Disconnect and Reconnect as required (New as Required

9. Temperature Controls
Option B Price ………….………. $ 97,916.00
Option C (Newly Model Manufactured equipment used for Pricing, 12 week lead time)

1. Demo (AHU#1 / CU#1 and associated duct, work refrigeration piping as required

2. AHU#1- TRANE ODY-1-2TWE18043BAA (Generation B (2023 DOE)) (15ton capacity)

3. CU#1 - TRANE ODY-0-2TTA18043DAB (Generation B (2023 DOE)) (15ton capacity)

4. Duct work Modifications in Mechanical room as Required.

5. Gas Piping disconnect and reconnect.

6. Refrigeration piping as Required.

7. Electrical Disconnect and Reconnect as required.

8. Temperature Controls
Option C Price ………………….……………………………... $ N/A
Add for Furnace (Heating) Replacement …………………... $ N/A
EXCLUSIONS:

Architectural Sheet Metal, Asbestos Abatement or Asbestos Conditions, Access Doors, Concrete, Concrete House keeping pads, Concrete Sawing/Cutting, Wall Cut-Patch-Paint, Dirt Excavation, Line voltage wiring, Disconnects, Starters, Life Safety System, Gas Piping, Overtime Labor, Painting, Plumbing, Permits & Fees, Roof Warranty, Roofing work/material, Structural Engineering, Structural Framing, Fire Protection System.

Sacramento, Central Valley, CA PO Box 203 Elk Grove, CA 95759 Office (209) 369-0689 Fax (209) 369-1306 Reno, NV 1150 Selmi Dr. #505 Reno, NV 89512 Office (775) 525-6501 Fax (775) 525-6501 Diversified Technology Services
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DTS Mechanical, Inc.

March 13, 2024 Proposal # 1317R2 Page 2 of 2
Moose Family Center
Clarifications:

1. All work to be performed during normal working hours.

2. DTS will Reclaim the Refrigerant (R22) from Existing Split System

3. Start-up and Air Balance included in the proposal.

We look forward to reviewing the above Bid and engineering concepts with you.

This Proposal Expires in 30 days.

Please Mark which Option You would like to procced with.

If you have any questions, please contact DTS.

Accepted by CUSTOMER: Date:

Sincerely
Tim M. Duke
Cc: 6-4-1317
Sacramento, Central Valley, CA PO Box 203 Elk Grove, CA 95759 Office (209) 369-0689 Fax (209) 369-1306 Reno, NV 1150 Selmi Dr. #505 Reno, NV 89512 Office (775) 525-6501 Fax (775) 525-6501 Diversified Technology Services
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Grant Application Questions

1.Project/Program Information
Project/Program Name: Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center Improvement Program Please assign a project name to your project/program. RC Moose Family Center Infrastructure Improvement Project (RCMFCIIP)
Project/Program Synopsis
In 50 words or less, please describe the project.

Project/Program Description: The Project objective is to improve our facility infrastructure and the safety of our center. To enhance our Lodge infrastructure that serves the RC City, RC Moose Lodge, and community. The facility provides a gathering place for families and community organizations for entertainment, social activities and fund raising for local community needs.

Please describe in detail the project and how it benefits the community based on the city’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund guidelines and project criteria.

The Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center Project goal is to improve the safety of our lodge by replacing our deteriorating roof & ailing HVAC system of more than 50 years. Both are so old that is requires several thousands of dollars each year to keep the system running and patching holes in our roof. The roof, HVAC & entertainment system enable us to continue operating to support local community projects, i.e., RC junior orchestra, our rib cook off, our Thanksgiving & Christmas and ongoing local donations that aid and support Rancho Cordova Family Center and community. One of the main purposes of our non-profit RC Moose Family Center is to hold fund raisers that benefit local RC City initiatives. The Rancho Cordova Little League Ballpark, Cordova Lancers, RC schools pools, have all benefited from our fund raisers. We support and work with the Police Activities League, the Rancho Cordova Food Locker and as many local community sponsored events as possible. Ultimately the Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center objective is to improve the quality of life for our members, the public, and the local families that benefit from our donated services.

Project/Program Team
Please list individuals or organizations responsible for the development and delivery of the project.

Administrator John Ingrim
President Chris Fordham
Maintenance Committee Chair Chuck Parsons
Financial Review Committee Chair Joe Gough
And additional RC Moose Family Center Volunteers
Project/Program Goals
Please clearly state goals and outline metrics by which progress in reaching goals can be measured and the project applicant/team’s efforts can be focused.

1. To install a new HVAC system before end of 2024

2. To install a new Roof before the end of 2024
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2.Funding & Costs
Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the community. Please identify the following:
• Total project/program cost. The total cost for the HVAC & Roof Project is estimated at $197,000. • Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds requested. $197,000 • Estimated breakdown of project/program expenditures in the following categories:
o Construction:
o Personnel:
o Supplies:
o Transportation:
o Equipment:
o Miscellaneous:
• Please prepare your budget and upload it in the application as a pdf. Demonstrate how and what the Community Enhancement & Investment Funds will be used for. You should clearly indicate any matching/in-kind or other funding as well.

All subcontractors will be insured, licensed, and bonded and registered with the City of Rancho Cordova. Prevailing wages will be paid. The Moose Family Center also has dozens of lodge member volunteers that will be donating their time to ensure property clean up and any other duties that are not related to the physical installation of the HVAC or Roof Systems. • Clarify if you are seeking or have secured any other funding for your project/program. We do not have any additional sources of funding. We were denied refinancing for a loan we requested based on our P&L statement. The Moose Family Center is a non-profit organization. • Clarify ongoing operations and maintenance costs beyond FY2024/2025, if applicable. The Rancho Cordova Family Moose Center will be responsible for ongoing operational costs once the HVAC & Roof are installed.
• Do you plan to ask annually for funding? Not related to this project. • Confirm if your application request is for a single year or for multiple years of funding. If you answered yes to multiyear, describe your sustainability plan and whether the project/program is viable as a single year request.
• How many years have you received funding for this project/program? None previously for this project.

This is single year request.

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3.Project/Program Details
Project/Program Schedule
Please identify the project timeline and anticipated start and completion date. Funding does not become available until July 1. Funding typically ends June 30 of the following year.

Timeliness:

Project will commence 30 days after receipt of funding. Project completed no later than June 2025.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2024. Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit narrative Outcomes Reports and financial Use of Funds Reports at least two times during the grant period.

We will manage our subcontractors & volunteers to complete the project before June 30, 2025, and will comply with identified reports as requested and required.

Adaptability
Describe how you will be able to adjust your project if California Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made.

A: The RC Moose Family Center was impacted by Covid 19 pandemic policies in 2020 & beyond. We adjusted operations accordingly and followed Sacramento County guidelines. We operated in our parking lot for an extended period and demonstrated our adaptability during challenging times. We took all safety precautions and were never cited for any infractions. We will also designate one representative as our project point of contact.

4. Project/Program Location: Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center located at 10124 Coloma Rd.

Project/Program Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party. Include whether you have received a letter of support CEIF APP #101
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for the project/program from the property owner. Upload any letters of support with your application.

City staff will verify third-party permits have been discussed. In your planning discussions, be sure to discuss any necessary insurance or volunteer requirements that may increase budget costs. • School Sites. If your project/program is intended to operate at a public K-12 school site, your application is due by March 1 at Noon. City staff will work with the school districts to confirm an endorsement for your project/program. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to communicate with school site and district representatives before applying so there is clarity during the endorsement process. Districts will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 1st Noon deadline. Each participating school superintendent reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program.
• Parks. If your project/program is intended to operate at a park or community center site, your application is due by March 1 at Noon. City staff will work with the Cordova Recreation & Park District to confirm an endorsement for your project/program. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to communicate with district representatives before applying so there is clarity during the endorsement process. A special use permit application is required for any program or event planned at a CRPD facility. The special use application can be found at the CRPD website: https://crpd.com. CRPD will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 1st Noon deadline. The Cordova Recreation & Park District reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program.
4 In the application, provide your project/program’s primary location and any secondary locations. Be sure to upload any letters of support from property owners. In the grant portal, applicants will be asked to clarify what school or park locations will be used and if the applicant is seeking facility use only or if you are requesting the third-party to be a partner on your project/program.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations:
• Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected]
• Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] • Sacramento City Unified School District: dianne [email protected] • Cordova Park & Recreation District: [email protected]

5.Applicant Information
In this section of the application, the submitter will be asked to provide contract details for the applicant and any other contacts who may be involved in the contracting phase should the grant be awarded.

Applicants will be required to include the following information:
• Name: Joseph Gough
• Organization Name (if applicable) Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center.

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• Title/Role (if applicable): Financial Review Committee Chairman & Past President • Phone number:

Should a grant be awarded, provide the following information about an authorized signer:
• Name: John Ingrim
• Title: RC Moose Family Center Administrator
• Phone
• Email:

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Is this your first time
applying for grant
funding from the City
of Rancho Cordova?
As a first-time
applicant, Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
(CEIF) staff will
contact you to
discuss your project
and grant application
process.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
1 - Project/Program Information Note: You can add a collaborator to this form to assist you in completing this application! A collaborator can help you complete this form by filling in fields for you, although only you can submit this form. You can add a collaborator by navigating to the top of the form and clicking on the 'Manage Collaborators' button. Simply enter their email address and click 'invite' to invite them as a collaborator. If you need further assistance, you may consult this Help article for more information.

Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

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Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

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If your
project/program
involves
construction, please
indicate your project
budget?
197000.0
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

0.0 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?

03.14.FinalRCCityGrantMaster.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

List the city location
of the
project/program.

RANCHO CORDOVA
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670.0
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Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2024-2025 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2024 with adoption in June 2024. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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Grant Application Questions

Please describe in detail the project and how it benefits the community based on the city’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund guidelines and project criteria.

Project/Program Team
Please list individuals or organizations responsible for the development and delivery of the project.

1. To install a new HVAC system before end of 2024

2. To install a new Roof before the end of 2024
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This is single year request.

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Timeliness:

Project will commence 30 days after receipt of funding. Project completed no later than June 2025.

We will manage our subcontractors & volunteers to complete the project before June 30, 2025, and will comply with identified reports as requested and required.

4. Project/Program Location: Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center located at 10124 Coloma Rd.

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for the project/program from the property owner. Upload any letters of support with your application.

Applicants will be required to include the following information:
• Name: Joseph Gough
• Organization Name (if applicable) Rancho Cordova Moose Family Center.

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• Title/Role (if applicable): Financial Review Committee Chairman & Past President • Phone number:
• Email address(es):

Should a grant be awarded, provide the following information about an authorized signer:
• Name: John Ingrim
• Title: RC Moose Family Center Administrator
• Phone number:
• Email:

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DTS Mechanical, Inc.

MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS
Servicing Since1993; CA #865959; NV#0069756
March 13, 2024 UPDATED Proposal # 1317R2

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Option A (Note that Trane no longer Manufactures this equipment and is limited in stock.)

1. Demo (AHU#1 / CU#1 and associated duct, work refrigeration piping as required

2. AHU#1- TRANE TWE18043BAA (15ton capacity)

3. CU#1 - TRANE TTA18043DAB (15ton capacity)

4. Duct work Modifications in Mechanical room as Required.

5. Gas Piping disconnect and Reconnect

6. Refrigeration piping as Required.

7. Electrical Disconnect and Reconnect as required.

8. Temperature Controls
Option A Price ………………….……………………………... $ N/A
Add for Furnace (Heating) Replacement …………………. $ N/A
Option B

1. Demo (AHU#1 / CU#1 and associated duct, work refrigeration piping as required

2. AHU#1 & AHU#2 - TRANE ODY 1-3TWE09043BAAA (Generation B (2023 DOE)) (7.5ton capacity each)

3. CU#1 & CU#2 - TRANE TTA09043AAA (Generation B (2023 DOE)) (7.5ton capacity)

4. F#1 & F#2 Furnace 96,000BTU

5. Duct work Modifications as Required.

6. Gas Piping Disconnect and Reconnect (New as Required)

7. Refrigeration piping as Required.

8. Electrical Disconnect and Reconnect as required (New as Required

9. Temperature Controls
Option B Price ………….………. $ 97,916.00
Option C (Newly Model Manufactured equipment used for Pricing, 12 week lead time)

1. Demo (AHU#1 / CU#1 and associated duct, work refrigeration piping as required

2. AHU#1- TRANE ODY-1-2TWE18043BAA (Generation B (2023 DOE)) (15ton capacity)

3. CU#1 - TRANE ODY-0-2TTA18043DAB (Generation B (2023 DOE)) (15ton capacity)

4. Duct work Modifications in Mechanical room as Required.

5. Gas Piping disconnect and reconnect.

6. Refrigeration piping as Required.

7. Electrical Disconnect and Reconnect as required.

8. Temperature Controls
Option C Price ………………….……………………………... $ N/A
Add for Furnace (Heating) Replacement …………………... $ N/A
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DTS Mechanical, Inc.

March 13, 2024 Proposal # 1317R2 Page 2 of 2
Moose Family Center
Clarifications:

1. All work to be performed during normal working hours.

2. DTS will Reclaim the Refrigerant (R22) from Existing Split System

3. Start-up and Air Balance included in the proposal.

We look forward to reviewing the above Bid and engineering concepts with you.

This Proposal Expires in 30 days.

Please Mark which Option You would like to procced with.

If you have any questions, please contact DTS.

Accepted by CUSTOMER: Date:

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This "File Upload" is offered for program/project applicants that have requested to add materials after the deadline. These materials will be marked RECIVED AFTER DEADLINE. Applicants must combine multiple files into one pdf before uploading.

Final03.21.24CombinedUpdatedBidRCGrantReq.pdf
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable D
Title RCPD PAL Vans Grant
by Richard Merideth in Fiscal Year 2024-2025
CEIF APP #102 Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Application
03/14/2024
id. 45897580
remerideth@sacsheriff .com
Original Submission 03/14/2024
Score 2
Thank you for your interest in applying to the City of Rancho Cordova's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. Applications are open from February 5, 2024 to March 15, 2024 (Noon). **Note that projects or programs involving a park or school district have a deadline of March 1 (Noon) to allow for the third-party endorsement process by the grant deadline.** Future Grant Opportunities If you are interested in remaining up-to-date on available grants from the City of Rancho Cordova, click here to sign up for the Grants Interest List. A separate call for programming opportunities with the Rancho Cordova Youth Center is anticipated later in 2024. The list is also used to advertise separate art programs when funds are available. Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Is this your first time No: Not a First Time Applicant
applying for grant
funding from the City
of Rancho Cordova?
fts a first-time
applicant, Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
(CEIF) staff will
contact you to
discuss your project
and grant application
process.
1 - Project/Program Information Note: You can add a collaborator to this form to assist you in completing this application! A collaborator can help you complete this form by filling in fields for you, although only you can submit this form. You can add a collaborator by navigating to the top of the form and clicking on the 'Manage Collaborators' button. Simply enter their email address and click 'invite' to invite them as a collaborator. If you need further assistance, you may consult this Help article for more information.

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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

RCPD PAL Vans Grant
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Retention and use of two (2) vans purchased by the City of Rancho Cordova. These vans would aid Rancho Cordova Police Activities League (PAL) in transporting youth to and from various activities offered by the Rancho Cordova Youth Center, training, leadership building, and Outdoor Adventure Club events.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The mission of the Rancho Cordova Police Activities League (PAL) is to involve and mentor youth in social, educational, recreational and leadership activities that will deter crime, increase self-esteem, and promote a positive relationship with law enforcement. PAL is requesting a five (5) year extension so we may utilize our newly acquired van for the foreseeable future order to provide transportation to the youth in Rancho Cordova participating in our programs. Majority of the youth participating in PAL programs are at the poverty level and are in need of assistance with transportation. PAL currently took possession of a new larger capacity van after an unforeseen extended wait time which aids in accomplishing our goals to provide a more transportation. The current grant supporting our vans is set to expire in June 2024. PAL provides youth in the Rancho Cordova community an opportunity for stability, job training, and crime prevention programs that mentor under-served youth.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
RCPD Youth Services Unit: Sgt. Sean Barry
PAL staff: PAL Director-Deputy Loudon, Deputy Jackson, Records Officer Cindy Xiong
Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Our goal is to provide the youth with the ability to engage in all opportunities that are presented to them without the burden of lacking transportation. Youth will be able to attend leadership and mentor academies, to further their experience and college/job marketability.

Increase engagement with our youth through outdoor adventures, focused on diversity and inclusion for all youth wanting to participate. Provide opportunities for youth to experience activities outside of their hometown.

Increase exposure for our PAL program, increase youth membership in PAL, and create transportation to youth center.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading.
2 - Funding & Costs
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Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

Total project/program
cost*
39600.0
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
39600.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
12000.0
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

0.0 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?

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PAL_Vans_Grant_Projected_Costs_2024.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

PAL will assume all expenses related to maintenance of the vans.

PAL will assume all expenses related to maintenance of the vans as well as insurance.

Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
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How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
2 How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?:

Score
2 3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2029
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Schedule for 2024 (Following years are subject to change) January 27th – Guns and Hoses Kids Safety Fair (Pig Bowl) January 29th- Vacaville team meeting regarding collaboration February 6th-Film class 1600-1900 hours
February 8th- CALPAL Meeting
February 13th- Film class 1600-1900 hours
February 10th – Adventure Club Hike 1300-1700 hours
February 13th– Junior Giants Commissioners Camp (Oracle park) February 20th- Film class 1600-1900 hours
February 27th- Film class 1600-1900 hours
February 24th – Adventure Club Laser Tag 1300-1700 hours March 5th - Film class 1600-1900 hours
March 8th – Nominations Awards Assembly
March 9th – Adventure Club Rock climbing 1300-1700 hours CEIF APP #102
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March 12th - Film class 1600-1900 hours
March 14th – Youth Center Open House
March 19th - Film class 1600-1900 hours
March 23rd- Adventure Club Bike ride 1300-1700 hours
March 26th- Film class 1600-1900 hours
March 30th- Mather Golf Course Easter Event 1200-1400 hours April 1st – Junior Giants sign ups begin
April 2nd - Film class 1600-1900 hours
April 16th- Film class 1600-1900 hours
April 6th-9th-YMLA Sacramento Holiday Inn Downtown Sacramento April 13th – Adventure Club SMUD Museum 1300-1700 hours April 23rd - Film class 1600-1900 hours
April 20th – Youth Leadership Celebration Event
April 30th- Film class 1600-1900 hours/ last day
April 27th – Kids Day in the Park 10am-3pm @Hagan Park
May TBD – Junior Giants in person sign ups 4pm-6pm @ RCPD May TBD – Junior Giants first pitch meeting 5pm-6:20pm @ City Hall May 2nd – Big Day of Giving (24hours giving)
May 4th- Adventure Club bike ride 1300-1700 hours
May 11th- Adventure Club hike 1300-1700 hours
May 18th – Rancho Cordova Day of Service
May 23rd – Kick off to Summer event (Youth Center)
June 7th-9th – Adventure Club Camping
June 11th – Junior Giants Practices begin
June 21st – Kiwani’s Hands on Stem Activity
June 22nd – Adventure Club paddle boarding
July 6th – Junior Giants Game 1
July 3rd – 4th of July at Hagan Park – (Kettle Corn)
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July 13th – Game 2
July 13th- Mather Air Show booth
July 20-23 OR July 27-30- Life After High School
July 20th – Game 3
July 26th – Back to School/End of Summer Event
July 27th – Game 4
July 27th —Adventure Club Indoor sky diving 1300-1700 hours August 3rd – Game 5
August 9th – Anti-Bullying Skate Night 5pm-7pm at The Rink August 10th – Game 6 – End of Season BBQ
August TBD – Junior Giants Festival
August 17th- Adventure Club Lake day
August 24th – Adventure Club K-1 speed
September 13th-15th- Adventure Club camping
September 21st- Positive Altitude Mather Air Port
September 24th-26th- Fam Camp
September 28th– Adventure Club Quarry Park
October 25th - Youth Center Halloween
October 26th – Adventure Club Dave’s pumpkin patch
October 31st – Trick or Treat at Children’s Museum 8am – 2pm November TBD- CAL PAL Conference
November TBD– CIC Sign Up (Location TBD)
November 2nd – Adventure Club Mini golf
November 9th – CIC Toy Drive at Walmart
November 16th- CIC Toy Drive at Walmart
November 30th- CIC Toy Drive at Walmart
December 1st – Holiday Tree Lighting @ Village Green Park 4pm-8pm December 4th– Holiday Star 7am-10am @ Target
December TBD – ITLV Parade 5pm-7:30pm @ Lincoln Village CEIF APP #102
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December TBD – CIC Bag Packing
December 13th – Holiday Run Packet Pick-Up 10am-7pm @ City Hall December 14th – PAL Holiday Run 5:00-12:00 @ City Hall
December 15th – Christmas in Cordova bag pickup at youth center Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
Should any challenges arise, we would utilize other vehicles currently in our possession.
4 - Project/Program Location
School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
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Primary street
address of
project/program
2897 Kilgore Rd
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Official_Letter_of_Support.pdf
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Richard
Merideth
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Rancho Cordova Police Activities League
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
PAL President
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Rancho Cordova Anti-Displacement Home Repair Project
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Project responds to housing crisis issues by solving health, accessibility, and safety concerns in homes owned by low-income families, veterans, and elderly residents on limited incomes. By fixing long-deferred maintenance projects, critical repairs, and code violations, we will help families stay in their already affordable homes and avoid displacement.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is seeking support to work in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova to fund 25 repairs on at least 15 homes for low/fixed-income Rancho Cordova homeowners to address critical health and safety concerns, improve the homeowner’s quality of life, allow families to avoid displacement, and increase neighborhood pride.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento has been completing home repairs in the greater Sacramento region for the past eight years but has recently seen an uptick in requests for health and safety related, antidisplacement repairs since the pandemic. To address this increasingly prevalent housing issue, Habitat is increasing its efforts to address critical life/safety and structural deficiencies as well as other high priority habitability repairs.

The Project would specifically look to address at least 15 anti-displacement repairs and 10 beautification and neighborhood revitalization repairs. The 15 critical, anti-displacement repairs would include but not be limited to roof, HVAC, and window replacement, plumbing and flooring issues, and critical dry rot remediation or other exterior repairs. The beautification and neighborhood revitalization repairs would include but not be limited to exterior painting, drought tolerant landscaping, and fence repair or replacement.

If we receive this requested grant support, planned activities for the Project include:
• Conducting outreach to increase awareness of the repair project within the City of Rancho Cordova;
• Screening applicants to establish eligibility and conducting on-site reviews by a construction supervisor to define project scope.
• Planning and executing the selected projects under program supervision from a licensed general contractor and with on-site construction professionals as project supervisors.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of this program and reporting to the City with:
a listing of who received assistance, a narrative of their eligibility for funding, description of the work performed, cost of the work charged to the grant, other funding or in kind resources leveraged, and testimonials from the homeowner partners impacted.

The Project would be under the overarching Habitat Neighborhood Revitalization and Home Repair Program. To qualify for the repair program, including selected Rancho Cordova Anti-Displacement Home Repair Project CEIF APP #103
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homeowners, applicants must meet the three following program requirements:

1. Applicants must own and occupy the home as a primary residence with current homeowner's insurance.

2. Applicants must be willing to partner with Habitat (this includes contributing sweat equity hours towards the repair project).

3. Ability to pay a portion of the total repair cost (20%).

Applicants are required to pay 20% of the total repair project cost if it is more than $7,500. Loan application review and approval is made in compliance with Federal Credit Equal Opportunity Act and the Equal Housing Opportunity Act, and on an impartial and non-discriminatory basis. Loans made or arranged pursuant to a California Finance Lenders Law license.

The Repair Program has grant commitments and applications pending to further expand our program efforts across the greater Sacramento and Yolo County region. Neighborhood Revitalization grantor commitments through 2026 include SMUD providing almost $1 million in home preservation and electrification funds, HCD providing $1.35 million for Owner Occupied Repairs for residents living in opportunity and promise zones (particularly focused on mobile home residents), and the City of Sacramento providing over $1.5 million for efforts specifically targeted in the 95817, 95820, 95824, and 95828 zip codes, and Habitat has additional applications for funding through Sacramento County and private and corporate foundations.

Rancho Cordova homeowners have always been eligible for funding through our program and will continue to be so, even if we are not awarded CEIF grant funding this year. If our CEIF grant request is denied, then Rancho Cordova applicants will be competing with a much larger pool of applicants for rehabilitation funding. Our program prioritizes homeowners and homes with the greatest health and safety needs when making decisions as to which applicants to serve. Approving our CEIF grant request gives Rancho Cordova residents a dedicated source of funding to address their needs without competing with applicants from across Greater Sacramento and Yolo County.

Additionally, if awarded this grant, we would continue to look for opportunities for in-kind support and matching funds within the city of Rancho Cordova to stretch the allocated dollars farther and rehabilitate more homes and neighborhoods.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Our Home Preservation Construction Manager Brian Bushta manages all daily activities including volunteers and subcontractors, operational details for all projects in process, and ensures that our build sites are safe and completed on schedule. Two Site Supervisors, John Fletcher and Geoff Williams, are responsible for the oversight of individual projects and assigned volunteers. Our Neighborhood Revitalization Manager, Patricia Foley is responsible for outreach, recruiting and qualifying prospective families, and guiding them throughout the process. Our Grant Compliance Officer, Cory Stevenson, ensures funds are used efficiently, applied as directed, and that Habitat complies with the terms of grant funding.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Our primary goal is to complete at least 15 critical, anti-displacement home repairs and 10 beautification and neighborhood revitalization repairs on 15 or more low/fixed-income owner-occupied homes in Rancho Cordova. By eliminating substandard living conditions and potentially serious life/safety and structural deficiencies, we hope to restore homeowners’ safety, sense of pride, and comfort in their homes and community.

Our long-term goal is to alter the decision-making calculus when seniors and other homeowners and their families are faced with the difficult decision on whether it is safe for them to stay in their home. The critical home repairs we do are often the make-or-break deciding factor on whether residents are able to choose to age in place or are forced to seek other housing. The beautification and neighborhood revitalization repairs (painting, landscaping, fencing) can also have significant impact on both the neighborhood and the mental health and pride of ownership for the resident.

Habitat will track and monitor the homeowners helped with grant funds to accurately account for number of repairs completed and households assisted throughout the grant term. We will provide a mid-term and end of grant report to include data on a) who received assistance, b) a narrative of their eligibility for funding, c) description and photos of the work performed, d) costs of the work charged to the grant, e) other funding or in-kind resources leveraged, and f) homeowner testimonials and impact photos.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Combine multiple files
in one pdf before
uploading.
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this section
with total dollar
amounts for your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

Total project/program
cost*
424700.0
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
300000.0
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Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
Yes
If your
project/program
involves construction,
please indicate your
project budget?
357200.0
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
65000.0
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

0.0 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
2500.0
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

FY_2024_2025_Community_Enhancement_Investment_Fund_Grant_Application_Budget.pdf Has your organization
sought or will seek
other funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

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Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
The Project would be under the overarching Habitat Neighborhood Revitalization and Home Repair Program. The Repair Program has grant commitments and applications pending to further expand our program efforts across the greater Sacramento and Yolo County region. Neighborhood Revitalization grantor commitments through 2026 include SMUD providing almost $1 million in home preservation and electrification funds, HCD providing $1.35 million for Owner Occupied Repairs for residents living in opportunity and promise zones (particularly focused on mobile home residents), and the City of Sacramento providing over $1.5 million for efforts specifically targeted in the 95817, 95820, 95824, and 95828 zip codes, and Habitat has additional applications for funding through Sacramento County and private and corporate foundations.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

The request for this application is for a single year of funding and there are no other operations or maintenance costs beyond FY2024/2025.

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How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
4 How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?:

Score
4 3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2025
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Upon notification of grant award:

1. Begin outreach activities to local organizations and marketing to broadcast opportunity to residents.; July 2024.

2. Open application process specifically to low-income Rancho Cordova residents; August – September 2024.

3. Begin application review and selection process. September – October 2024.

4. Begin on-site reviews to define scopes of work and estimated costs – November 2024.

5. Complete and submit the mid-year report by December 31, 2024.

6. Projects selected by no later than January 2025 and put into the construction queue for completion no later than June 30, 2025.

7. Estimated time to complete each project can vary from a few days (beautification projects) to 4-6 weeks for critical home repairs depending on scope of work, weather, etc.

8. Completion of all home repair projects for low-income Rancho Cordova homeowners by June 15, 2024.

9. Complete and submit the end-of-grant report by June 30, 2024.

Careful consideration and conversation is always had with all Habitat leadership team members from homeowner services, construction, finance, development, and operations before requesting funding for a grant to ensure we can perform within the timeline, promises, and expectations of the grant.

Habitat is an organization which takes great pride in always doing what we say we are going to do. Based on the ongoing interest of Rancho Cordova residents in our services and programs, our proven capacity, and our increased program and construction support added to our team over the past year, we feel confident that the need is there as is our capacity to make a larger impact with larger grant support.

Based on our current construction schedule, the need and interest for our repair services within the Rancho Cordova community, and our staff capacity, if awarded this grant, we will finish all projects by June 15th, 2025.

In the four years we have been granted funds by the City of Rancho Cordova, we have worked hard to be a reliable CEIF partner with the City.

We will do the same this current grant period if we are afforded the opportunity to again partner with Rancho Cordova.

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Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
In March of 2020, Habitat for Humanity was forced to close our retail outlet, the ReStore, with shelter in place orders. As the ReStore is a primary supporter of Habitat’s operating costs including rent and staff, that meant temporarily furloughing 90% of the Habitat staff for 6 weeks and temporarily shutting down all the construction sites. Since bringing our staff back and reopening the construction sites in early May of 2020, we have been building forward bigger than ever and with the needed modifications when modifications were needed (less volunteers per site and tier-based allowances for who can volunteer, highly stringent safety measures and protocols on and off the construction site, doing exclusively exterior home repairs , etc.) to continue to operate safely and efficiently.

While we are now back to our traditional pre-COVID volunteer numbers and modes of operation, building forward through COVID taught our team how to be nimble and adapt to any situation while still staying on our build schedule and maintaining our commitments to funders and those we serve.

As an essential business and with the modifications we have made and could make again to ensure we can continue to build forward and operate, this program will be able to continue to adjust, operate and perform as needed based on any California Public Health and Sacramento County Health orders. 4 - Project/Program Location
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

List the city location
of the
project/program.

Throughout the City of Rancho Cordova, CA.

Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670.0
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Wilson and Sons Transportation: Road to Recovery CDL Initiative Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Road to Recovery CDL Initiative empowers the homeless and formerly incarcerated with CDL training and job placement. Through outreach, training, and supportive services, we provide a pathway to economic independence. Join us in transforming lives and addressing workforce shortages, homelessness, and fostering a more inclusive society and brighter future.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Road to Recovery CDL Initiative is a comprehensive initiative aimed at providing support, training, and job placement for individuals facing homelessness and reentry challenges in our community. Here's how our program works:

Outreach and Engagement: Our team actively engages with local shelters, reentry programs, and community organizations to identify and connect with individuals who are experiencing homelessness or transitioning from incarceration. By reaching out directly to those in need, we ensure our program is accessible to those who need it most.

Support Services: We recognize that addressing the complex needs of our participants is essential for their success. Our transformative initiative is designed to address critical community needs while offering a unique pathway to economic empowerment. We believe that truck driving presents unparalleled opportunities for individuals to achieve independence, including the ability to become owner-operators. This career path not only provides stable employment but also offers the unique advantage of travel and shelter, as truck drivers can often stay in their vehicles for extended periods. Additionally, it is a great vocational option for individuals who prefer to work alone. Through our comprehensive approach of outreach, training, and support services, Road to Recovery CDL Initiative empowers individuals to pursue this viable path, fostering economic stability and social inclusion within our community.

CDL Training and Certification: Our program provides participants with resources for training in commercial driving techniques, safety regulations, and industry best practices. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on experience, we prepare individuals to successfully pass the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) exam and obtain their license, opening doors to employment opportunities in the transportation industry.

Job Placement Assistance: Upon completion of the CDL training program, we work closely with our network of industry partners to facilitate job placement opportunities for graduates. We connect qualified candidates with entry-level positions at reputable trucking companies and logistics firms, providing them with stable employment, competitive wages, and opportunities for career advancement.

Community Benefits:

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Workforce Development: Road to Recovery CDL Initiative addresses critical workforce shortages in the transportation industry by providing individuals with the skills and training necessary to pursue careers as commercial truck drivers. By expanding the talent pool and diversifying the workforce, our program contributes to the economic vitality and sustainability of our community. We feel this will be especially useful considering all the light manufacturing we currently have in the City and warehouses that are currently being built.

Social Inclusion: Through outreach and support services, we promote social inclusion and equity by offering opportunities for individuals facing homelessness and reentry challenges to rebuild their lives and reintegrate into society. By fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment, we strengthen the fabric of our community and promote social cohesion.

Economic Empowerment: By providing individuals with access to training, job placement, and support services, we empower participants to achieve economic independence and self-sufficiency. By investing in the potential of our participants, we create pathways to prosperity and opportunity, benefiting not only individuals but also their families and the broader community.

In summary, Road to Recovery CDL Initiative is a community-enhancing program that addresses critical needs, promotes social inclusion, and empowers individuals to build brighter futures for themselves and their community. Through our comprehensive approach to outreach, training, and support, we are driving positive change and creating lasting impact in our city.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Derrick- Community Outreach: Derrick embodies the transformative power of our program. He comes with 10 years of experience in the industry and founded the company in 2018. He is committed to creating a safe city to raise his children and believes helping the most vulnerable community members have safety and security is the path to do that.

Ashley-Program Manager: Brings experience in project management and navigating government contracts, including substantial involvement with CDCR. Ashley's expertise ensures smooth operations and compliance with regulatory standards. She is deeply committed to Rancho Cordova's prosperity and values community engagement.

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Total project/program
cost*
103200.0
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
60500.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
36000.0
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
13800.0
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
2000.0
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

0.0 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
8700.0
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Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

WS_Budget_Proposal.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
Our organization is actively seeking other funding opportunities to support this project/program. In addition to the grant we are currently applying for, we are exploring other potential sources of funding, including the California Employment Training Panel (ETP) program, OJT Cares program, and equipment funding to be able to serve more students. Furthermore, we are committed to leveraging our own existing funds and resources to ensure the success and sustainability of this initiative. By pursuing multiple avenues of funding, we aim to maximize our impact and reach our goals effectively.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

We plan to roll out this program in Phases. The first phase 2024-2025 is going to be outreach, enrollment, and job placement. We hope to be able to enroll 12 people within the first year and place them with companies. We plan to expand enrollment and program offerings to include other careers in the freight industry in years 2-4.

People are typically able to obtain a permit and get licensed within 6 months. Our goal is to have 12 people enrolled and graduated, and working by the end of the year.

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September - March Focus on outreach and enrollment. We will be attending many community events and actively reaching out to our community to get people connected to resources and enrollment in the program.

March- June- Focus on job placement for those who have successfully obtained their CDL and plan for our next year of outreach and enrollment.

Note: Our goal is that all of these steps will be happening at the same time in a cycle Recruit>Train>Job Placement. So all of our schedules will overlap.

Our goal is to successfully train and place 12 people.

Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
We plan to offer virtual options for those who can accommodate this. We are prepared to partner with others who can provide technical resources to those who are unhoused and may not have regular access to technology.

Places such as job centers, local libraries, shelters, and reentry homes. 4 - Project/Program Location
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Aside from administrative work which will take place in our home office, our program will be mostly remote. We will be hosting booths at community events such as the Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO and Job Fair and/ or Cordova Community Council Kids Day in the Park and/or other similar community events. The training will be conducted online and in person at various locations and rented halls throughout Rancho Cordova. The actual driving portion of the test will be referred to existing trucking schools we are in partnership with whose services we are receiving at no cost, in partnership for our outreach and job training services.

Our primary focus for this project will center around conducting outreach at local events in Rancho Cordova, with the goal of enrolling individuals from our community into the program. As such, our target participants will be local residents. While we won't be providing stipends to enrollees, we will offer transportation to the school and opportunities for job placement with our company, a Rancho-based organization. Additionally, we aim to incentivize other trucking companies to hire and train newly licensed drivers who graduate from our program, recognizing the challenges they face due to higher insurance costs and restrictions.

In collaboration with Highland Charter School in Sacramento, will facilitate hands-on training for our participants at their location. To support our outreach efforts, we plan to rent halls or utilize community boardrooms locally to host information sessions, study halls, and workshops as needed.

I have attached an outline of our partnership with Highland Charter School.

Some of the community partners we plan to work with are Highland Charter School (Driving Program)
Volunteers of America
Homeless Veterans of America
FCCP
Express Employment Solutions
Sacramento Works/ Job One
Please visit our website for more information on our initiative Road to Recovery CDL Initiative | Wilson and Sons Tran
(wilsonandsonstransportation.net)
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Letter_of_Support_-_Wilson_Transportation.pdf
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Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce ❖ 2729 Prospect Park Dr., #117, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (916) 273-5700 ❖ RanchoCordova.org ❖ email: [email protected] 13 March 2024
RE: Support for the CEIF request of Wilson & Sons Transportation To Whom It May Concern,
I am pleased to offer this letter of support for Wilson & Sons Transportation's CEIF application.

Their proposal speaks to what is good about Rancho Cordova—our passion for service, recognition of the human value of all community members, the promise of inclusivity, and our desire to make our community a better place one step at a time.

The "Road to Recovery CDL" initiative is focused on empowering the most disadvantaged and displaced within our City. The program gives the homeless and formerly incarcerated an opportunity to transform their lives with dignity and economic independence.

A start-to-finish program, Road to Recovery CDL, will identify local candidates by contacting Rancho Cordova-based community organizations, mental health services, probation and parole officers, homeless shelters, and reentry programs. Once enrolled, the program addresses barriers to success, such as ensuring transportation to training sites.

Professional driver mentors and companies willing to work with candidates have been identified. As such, candidates have the best opportunity to pass the written and driving tests.

Upon graduation, established partnerships with local trucking and transportation companies will identify employment opportunities.

There are worthy programs in this space. However, trucking offers a unique environment for those who don't thrive in a bustling workspace, may be uncomfortable with social norms, or have a deep desire to remain independent. Trucking is vital to a stable economy, and the need for well-trained drivers is growing.

The Road to Recovery CDL will impact workforce shortages, support local economic development, and encourage us to look beyond traditional employment sources. This program will work in Rancho Cordova and put Rancho Cordovans to work.

Sincerely,
Diann H. Rogers
President & CEO
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Withdrawn
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable D
Title
CEIF APP #106
ARK Strategies Inc -Cyber Safe
Seniors: Cybersecurity
Awareness and Education
Program
by Anil Kondakrindi in Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Application
03/15/2024
id. 45902303
Original Submission
Score
03/15/2024
Thank you for your interest in applying to the City of Rancho Cordova's Community EnhancerTBnt & lnvestrTBnt Fund. Applications are open from February 5, 2024 to March 15, 2024 (Noon). **Note that projects or programs involving a park or school district have a deadline of March 1 (Noon) to allow for the third-party endorsement process by the grant deadline.** Future Grant Opportunities If you are interested in remaining up-to-date on available grants from the City of Rancho Cordova, click here to sign up for the Grants Interest List. A separate call for programming opportunities with the Rancho Cordova Youth Center is anticipated later in 2024. The list is also used to advertise separate art programs when funds are available. Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Is this your first time Yes: First TirTB Applicant
applying for grant
funding from the City
of Rancho Cordova?
k. a first-time
applicant, Community
EnhancerTBnt &
Investment Fund
(CEIF) staff will
contact you to
discuss your project
and grant application
process.

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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

ARK Strategies Inc -Cyber Safe Seniors: Cybersecurity Awareness and Education Program
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Cyber Safe Seniors program in Rancho Cordova aims to equip seniors with critical cybersecurity knowledge and tools through interactive workshops. Addressing AI-enhanced cyber threats, this initiative fosters safe digital practices, enhances community well-being, and underscores the city's commitment to protecting its most vulnerable citizens in the digital age.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Executive Summary
In an increasingly digital age, the senior citizens of Rancho Cordova face heightened vulnerability to sophisticated cyber threats. The Cyber Safe Seniors program, proposed by ARK Strategies Inc, seeks to address this challenge by empowering our city's seniors with the necessary knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world securely. This initiative will offer four one-day interactive workshops, providing comprehensive cybersecurity education tailored specifically to the needs of senior citizens.

Importance of the Proposal
The digital landscape is evolving rapidly, with generational advancements in AI technology amplifying the sophistication of cyber threats. Our senior population, often less familiar with the nuances of digital security, is particularly at risk. This program represents a vital step towards inclusive community support, ensuring that seniors are not left vulnerable in our increasingly connected world.

Expected Benefits
Enhanced Cybersecurity Awareness: Seniors will learn to identify and protect against prevalent cyber threats, increasing their digital literacy and safety.

Promotion of Safe Online Practices: The program will advocate for best practices in digital hygiene, safeguarding personal information, and safe browsing, contributing to a safer online environment for our senior community.

Community and Confidence Building: By participating in these workshops, seniors will gain confidence in their digital interactions, supported by a community of peers and experts.

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Reinforcement of City Values: This initiative underscores Rancho Cordova's commitment to the well-being and security of all its residents, aligning with the city's vision for a caring, inclusive, and forward-thinking community.

The Cyber Safe Seniors initiative is a groundbreaking series of four immersive, one-day workshops, scheduled to span from July 2024 through June 2025. Spearheaded by a cadre of distinguished cybersecurity professionals and engaging moderators, this program is meticulously crafted to address the urgent needs of our senior citizens in the digital era.

At the heart of each workshop lies a dynamic curriculum tailored for maximum accessibility and engagement, focusing on pivotal areas such as identifying and countering cyber threats, mastering online safety protocols, and cultivating robust digital hygiene habits. Our approach goes beyond traditional instruction, embedding interactive elements and real-world scenarios that resonate deeply with senior participants. This methodology not only ensures the dissemination of critical cybersecurity knowledge but also fosters an environment of active learning and mutual support.

Designed explicitly with the senior community in mind, Cyber Safe Seniors aims to transform apprehension into confidence, guiding our elders through the complexities of the digital world with ease and assurance. By participating in these workshops, Rancho Cordova's senior residents will not only gain invaluable skills to protect themselves online but will also contribute to the broader vision of a digitally literate and secure community.

In essence, Cyber Safe Seniors is more than just an educational program —it's an investment in the safety, empowerment, and digital inclusivity of one of our city's most cherished demographics. It beckons decision-makers to play a pivotal role in safeguarding our seniors against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, ensuring they remain active, informed, and secure participants in our digital society.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
The ARK Strategies Team brings together experienced cybersecurity professionals, certified in protecting against AI-generated threats, and moderators with expertise in delivering senior-friendly educational content.

Their combined skills ensure a program that is both informative and accessible.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
To equip Rancho Cordova’s seniors with the skills to navigate the digital world securely.

To foster a supportive learning environment that promotes digital confidence among seniors.

To contribute to the broader goal of creating a digitally literate and safe community in Rancho Cordova.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

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Total project/program
cost*
50000.0
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
50000.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
25000.0
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
15000.0
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
5000.0
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
2500.0
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
2500.0
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Proposal_for_Cybersecurity_Education_Program_for_Seniors.pdf Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

No Operations and Maintenance
Do you plan to ask
for funding annually
for this
project/program?
No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2025
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
The program is structured to deliver quarterly workshops over the course of a year, ensuring that a broad segment of the senior population can benefit.

Each workshop will provide comprehensive education and practical advice tailored to the senior audience.

Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
Recognizing the potential need for flexibility due to public health concerns or other unforeseen challenges, the Cyber Safe Seniors program is designed to seamlessly transition between in-person and virtual formats.

This ensures uninterrupted access to vital cybersecurity education for Rancho Cordova's seniors.
4 - Project/Program Location
School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: [email protected] Cordova Park & Recreation District: [email protected] Primary street
address of
project/program
City of Rancho Cordova
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List the city location
of the
project/program.

City of Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670.0
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Anil
Kondakrindi
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
ARK Strategies Inc
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Principal
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Proposal for Cybersecurity Education Program for Seniors Applicant Organization: ARK Strategies Inc
Project/Program Name: Cyber Safe Seniors: Cybersecurity Awareness and Education Program Executive Summary
In an increasingly digital age, the senior citizens of Rancho Cordova face heightened vulnerability to sophisticated cyber threats. The Cyber Safe Seniors program, proposed by ARK Strategies Inc, seeks to address this challenge by empowering our city's seniors with the necessary knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world securely. This initiative will offer four one-day interactive workshops, providing comprehensive cybersecurity education tailored specifically to the needs of senior citizens.

Expected Benefits
Enhanced Cybersecurity Awareness: Seniors will learn to identify and protect against prevalent cyber threats, increasing their digital literacy and safety.

Community and Confidence Building: By participating in these workshops, seniors will gain confidence in their digital interactions, supported by a community of peers and experts.

Project/Program Synopsis: The Cyber Safe Seniors program in Rancho Cordova aims to equip seniors with critical cybersecurity knowledge and tools through interactive workshops. Addressing AI-enhanced cyber threats, this initiative fosters safe digital practices, enhances community wellCEIF APP #106 ITEM 3.1. ATTACHMENT 4

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being, and underscores the city's commitment to protecting its most vulnerable citizens in the digital age.

Project/Program Description
The Cyber Safe Seniors initiative is a groundbreaking series of four immersive, one-day workshops, scheduled to span from July 2024 through June 2025. Spearheaded by a cadre of distinguished cybersecurity professionals and engaging moderators, this program is meticulously crafted to address the urgent needs of our senior citizens in the digital era.

In essence, Cyber Safe Seniors is more than just an educational program—it's an investment in the safety, empowerment, and digital inclusivity of one of our city's most cherished demographics. It beckons decision-makers to play a pivotal role in safeguarding our seniors against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, ensuring they remain active, informed, and secure participants in our digital society.

Project/Program Team
The ARK Strategies Team brings together experienced cybersecurity professionals, certified in protecting against AI-generated threats, and moderators with expertise in delivering senior-friendly educational content. Their combined skills ensure a program that is both informative and accessible.

Project/Program Goals
To equip Rancho Cordova’s seniors with the skills to navigate the digital world securely.

To foster a supportive learning environment that promotes digital confidence among seniors.

To contribute to the broader goal of creating a digitally literate and safe community in Rancho Cordova.

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Funding & Costs
Trainers and Moderators: $25,000
Materials Design and Publishing: $10,000
Lunch & Treats: $5,000
Event Place Rental & Miscellaneous: $10,000
Total Requested Funding: $50,000
Project/Program Schedule
The program is structured to deliver quarterly workshops over the course of a year, ensuring that a broad segment of the senior population can benefit. Each workshop will provide comprehensive education and practical advice tailored to the senior audience.

Adaptability
Recognizing the potential need for flexibility due to public health concerns or other unforeseen challenges, the Cyber Safe Seniors program is designed to seamlessly transition between in-person and virtual formats. This ensures uninterrupted access to vital cybersecurity education for Rancho Cordova's seniors.

Justification and Need
The Cyber Safe Seniors program represents a proactive measure to address the digital vulnerability of one of our community's most valued populations. It aligns with Rancho Cordova's dedication to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment for all residents, emphasizing the city's role as a leader in community care and digital literacy.

Conclusion
We respectfully request your support in funding the Cyber Safe Seniors program. By doing so, we affirm Rancho Cordova's commitment to the well-being and security of its senior residents, ensuring they remain safe, informed, and confident in their digital interactions. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our senior citizens, reinforcing our city's values of care, inclusivity, and progress.

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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.
350 Sacramento’s Green Schools Action Coalition (GSAC)
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
GSAC, is a network of students, teachers, and climate advocates in Sacramento County dedicated to the climate movement. GSAC will serve as a hub for sustainable and actionable strategies where members will push Sacramento county schools to take concrete steps against climate change, encouraging regions around the nation to follow.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Schools are the centers of our communities and, in turn, should be prioritized in combating the climate crisis. Not only because they annually emit 72 metric tons of CO2, but because students will be at the forefront of the crisis in the coming years. We seek to direct schools towards carbon neutrality, specifically through our specified action groups. We will work with school districts around the Sacramento area, including SCUSD, NUSD, and FCUSD. The organization itself does not have a finite period of time, but the projects within the coalition will be accomplished within certain dates. GSAC will specifically focus on electrification of schools, native garden planting in schools, increased environmental literacy and advocacy in schools, and encouraging youth to express environmentalism through art. Since the projects are within GSAC as a whole, they are easily adaptable and flexible based on each school’s or district’s guidelines and needs. The gardening team recently won a grant to introduce a native garden at a select school. GSAC hopes to implement the native garden projects in schools across the county, including schools in Rancho Cordova. The electrification team has already supported SCUSD (Sacramento City Unified School District) in adopting a more aggressive climate plan, and is working to do the same for other districts, inducing FCUSD, which directly aids the Rancho Cordova Community. Providing GSAC with funds will allow the organization of dedicated climate advocates to implement sustainable strategies across the Sacramento area, allowing Rancho Cordova to become a more sustainable and pro-environmental city, benefiting its citizens in the long run.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
350 Sacramento is a local grassroots organization committed to equitable solutions that accelerate the transition to a sustainable future, with atmospheric carbon dioxide levels below 350 ppm. We believe in a world with a safe climate, where nature is respected and protected, and our social, political, and economic systems work for all people and the planet.The interns are a group of dedicated high school students, who contribute to 350s efforts by working on a variety of projects from electrification to social media awareness. Past efforts include electrifying SCUSD and drafting a bill to implement a youth advisory board for CARB.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals

1. Network Building
Many schools already have diligent and active student-led clubs and climate projects in progress. GSAC is a platform for these groups to garner support for their efforts by connecting to a network of climate activists and organizations. In addition, GSAC will be a hub of expertise, ideas, and strategies which can aid groups in perfecting their vision and achieving their goals.

2. Systemic Efforts
Efforts such as electrification, recycling systems, and native gardens are decisions that need to be made by school boards. GSAC will serve as a platform for strategic planning and an external source of pressure for those in power to take climate mitigation steps in order to achieve a sustainable future for our schools. We want to create a broader school sustainability movement that transcends multiple districts in Sacramento and that is only possible with members from the school communities.

GSACs ultimate goal is to aid schools in achieving sustainability, and our efforts will remain focused because of our organization’s structure. GSAC has multiple teams working on different projects, which all serve to help schools around Sacramento. Due to this flexible structure, where members can join certain groups, each project will have dedicated volunteers ensuring timeliness and efficiency. GSACs goals can be measured easily by the progress that each target school or district makes towards sustainability and how its policies differed from before GSACs collaboration.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Total project/program
cost*
5000.0
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What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
5000.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

0.0 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?

GSAC_Rancho_Cordova_Grant_-_Sheet1.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

Do you plan to ask
for funding annually
for this
project/program?
Yes
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
8/10/2024
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Feb 24: GSAC Kickoff meeting. Established mission statements and overall goals.

April/May: Movement Team is planning to collaborate with other regional nonprofits such as Fridays for Future (FFF) Sacramento to organize an Earth rally for the next global strike day.

July 28: The Art and Media Team is preparing to host an earth festival called Ode to Earth on June 28th 2024 in order to engage the wider Sacramento community and have Sacramento artists lead efforts in investigating how different identities interact with the planet and how individuals can use their voice collectively. Intended to be an annual event.

August: Electrification team already pushed SCUSD school board members to adopt climate plan for 2040 and on electrifying transport fleet for SCUSD. The team is currently working to adopt the same plan for NUSD for the 24-25 school year. Similarly, the education team is working to implement AB 287 for the 24-25 school year in schools in and around Sacramento county including SCUSD, FCUSD, and San Juan Unified School District. The bill requires schools to implement environmental education in their curriculums.

Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
GSAC's unique fluid structure, with several teams, will allow every project to be modified based on challenges. For example, if there is a funding or logistical problem with a certain project, more energy could be put towards other efforts while the challenges get sorted out. GSAC has many small projects within its organization that all focus on improving school sustainability.
4 - Project/Program Location
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: [email protected] Cordova Park & Recreation District: [email protected] Primary street
address of
project/program
Breathe Building, 909 12th Street, Sacramento CA 94211
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Sacramento
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95630.0
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable D
Title
CEIF APP #108
Rancho Cordova HART Winter
Sanctuary and Ongoing Services
by Derek Corea in Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Application
03/15/2024
id. 45903675
Original Submission 03/15/2024
Score 4
Thank you for your interest in applying to the City of Rancho Cordova's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. Applications are open from February 5, 2024 to March 15, 2024 (Noon). **Note that projects or programs involving a park or school district have a deadline of March 1 (Noon) to allow for the third-party endorsement process by the grant deadline.** Future Grant Opportunities If you are interested in remaining up-to-date on available grants from the City of Rancho Cordova, click here to sign up for the Grants Interest List. A separate call for programming opportunities with the Rancho Cordova Youth Center is anticipated later in 2024. The list is also used to advertise separate art programs when funds are available. Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Is this your first time No: Not a First Time Applicant
applying for grant
funding from the City
of Rancho Cordova?
As a first-time
applicant, Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
(CEIF) staff will
contact you to
discuss your project
and grant application
process.
1 - Project/Program Information Note: You can add a collaborator to this form to assist you in completing this application! A collaborator can help you complete this form by filling in fields for you, although only you can submit this form. You can add a collaborator by navigating to the top of the form and clicking on the 'Manage Collaborators' button. Simply enter their email address and click 'invite' to invite them as a collaborator. If you need further assistance, you may consult this Help article for more information.

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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Rancho Cordova HART Winter Sanctuary and Ongoing Services Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Rancho Cordova HART provides a Winter Sanctuary Program and continuous support to individuals experiencing homelessness in our community. Our program includes operating a rotating Winter Sanctuary Shelter Program and providing general services and resources to help move people off the street and into stable and safe housing.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Rancho Cordova HART's mission is to provide services to the unhoused in our community by creating community-driven programs. Through this grant, our unhoused neighbors will receive much-needed services, financial assistance, and shelter during the coldest months of the year. Funds will be allocated to bus passes, services to provide individuals with rental assistance, move-in assistance (such as application/background check fees), and the general operation of the Winter Sanctuary Shelter Program.

Expected costs for the Winter Sanctuary Shelter Program operation include organizing, transportation, food, cleaning supplies, and intakerelated expenses.

Winter Sanctuary Shelter Program: HART members and faith communities operate the Winter Sanctuary Shelter Program in Rancho Cordova to provide free overnight shelter, warmth, meals, and connection to mainline health and housing-related services for men & women who are experiencing homelessness in our area during the coldest months of the year. Potential guests are invited to arrive at the intake site at 5 pm each evening to create a consistent meeting place. Guests of the Winter Sanctuary meet with the outreach navigator and, most importantly, become part of the HART family and Rancho Cordova community. Following intake, guests are transported to the host church or overnight location for the evening. Here, guests are provided with a hot meal and shower and receive housing counseling from the Rancho Cordova Navigator and other mainline services from community partners. In the morning, guests are provided coffee and breakfast, then transportation back to the intake site.

HART volunteers and Rancho Cordova community members fully staff, plan, and operate the program. Last year, we had 500+ volunteers participate in the program. community-driven
Housing Counseling/Relocation: Rancho Cordova HART's goal is to assist those on the street or in the Winter Sanctuary Program to achieve permanent housing. HART will use Community Enhancement Funds to remove the barriers to housing by covering the costs of security deposits, bus passes, or similar "move-in costs." These funds will also support those leaving the Rancho Cordova Transitional House. HART will also assist by hosting community events such as mobile shower gatherings and other similar pop-up gatherings. Here, the navigator and HOT team will be present to connect with unhoused community members, and/or local resources will be supplied. Community events and the Winter Sanctuary program are critical to garnering the trust of the local unhoused population.

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What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
101000.0
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?

0.0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
19500.0
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?

0.0 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
81500.0
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading. 24-25_Budget.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

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Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
Any other Funding Contributions - $134,078
Item number 7 in the above budget will be donated by members of churches. This accounts for physical space donated. Facilities and staff/volunteers for each night of the shelter are donated by the faith communities that make up Rancho Cordova HART. $61,000 is an estimate based on last year's program. If we hope to expand the number of Winter Sanctuary weeks (which we presume to do), the number will increase partner churches' contributions of the physical space.

Item number 8 in the above budget will be donated by members of our HART community. The Winter Sanctuary Program is entirely planned and run by volunteers. Each night guests are given a hot meal, shower, connection to resources, and a safe place to sleep. In the morning, they are provided a to-go lunch. The program runs seven days weekly for nine weeks during the year's coldest months. Sixty-one days of shelter are provided. On average, eight volunteers watch over the program guests and serve food each night. These volunteers stay for, on average, five hours each night. Each stays at different shifts throughout the day and night.

Some arrive early with the guests; others send the guests off in the morning. The average volunteer cost per hour of work is $29.95, which equals $149.75 per night per volunteer. In total, it costs $1,198 per night in a volunteer capacity to operate one night of volunteering. This equals $73,078.

This funding is secured. It is likely to grow, considering the success of the 2023-24 shelter season and the consistency of our new leadership.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2024/2025, if
applicable.

N/A
Do you plan to ask
for funding annually
for this
project/program?
Yes
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
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Score
4 3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2024 through June 2025. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
8/1/2024
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2025
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Project Schedule

1. August 2024 – June 2025: Ongoing support

2. December 2024 - March 2025: Rancho Cordova HART Winter Sanctuary season
Adaptability: What is
your plan to complete
your project/program
should any
challenges arise?
The plan is to prioritize the Winter Sanctuary program and scale as needed. To do so, we will lean on our faith community partners. Rancho Cordova HART is an all-volunteer-run organization, so we are adaptable to the needs of our community. Our board and general membership meet bimonthly to adjust programs if needed. 4 - Project/Program Location
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 1, 2024, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] Folsom Cordova Unified School District: [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: [email protected] Cordova Park & Recreation District: [email protected] Primary street
address of
project/program
10009 Folsom Blvd Ste 100, Sacramento, CA 95827 (intake site) List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95827.0
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Rancho Cordova City Council
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