Public Works Agency
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Item # 14
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
December 5, 2023
TOPIC: Caltrans Clean California Local Grant Program
AGENDA TITLE
Resolutions Authorizing the Executive Director of the Public Works Agency to Execute Grant Agreements with the California Department of Transportation for the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Beautification Projects
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Executive Director of the Public Works Agency to execute a grant agreement with the California Department of Transportation for the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Painting and Wrought Iron Fencing Project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF
THE PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE SANTA ANA
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION CENTER PAINTING AND WROUGHT IRON
FENCING PROJECT
2. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Executive Director of the Public Works Agency to execute a grant agreement with the California Department of Transportation for the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Outdoor Water Fountain Renovation Project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF
THE PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE SANTA ANA
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION CENTER OUTDOOR WATER FOUNTAIN
RENOVATION PROJECT
GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No
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DISCUSSION
In September 1985, the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center (SARTC) opened and has since been a major transportation hub in Orange County. Located at 1000 East Santa Ana Boulevard, SARTC serves as a hub for various transportation services, including Amtrak intercity rail service, Metrolink commuter rail service, and several local and regional bus services (i.e. Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), Greyhound, and other bus services). The Spanish and Mediterranean Revival architectural style of the SARTC features ceramic red barrel roof tiles, stucco-style walls, and extensive use of painted tiles for decoration. Many features are original to the facility.
On August 31, 2023, the City submitted two grant applications to the Clean California Local Grant Program. The latest initiative provides funding to cities and local agencies to clean and revitalize public places, including transit centers. On October 9, 2023, the State of California announced that grant applications for the following SARTC projects were awarded funding. The grant does not require matching funds. •SARTC Painting and Wrought Iron Fencing Project - $1,475,000 The existing exterior paint of the SARTC has faded and chipped, leaving the facility appearance neglected and outdated. The existing wrought iron fence is worn out with significant rust requiring removal and/or replacement. The proposed project to repaint the exterior of the SARTC and repair the wrought iron fencing aims to provide an appealing and pleasing commuting environment for the community and overall region. This entails the removal of existing wrought iron fencing and installation of new perimeter fencing (Exhibit 1). •SARTC Outdoor Water Fountain Renovation Project - $500,000 As the main art installation of the SARTC’s entrance, the outdoor water fountain intends to enhance the commuter experience by providing a tranquil environment. The water fountain has been inoperable for over five years and requires updates including repainting and cleaning and replacing of filtration equipment. After careful inspection and consideration, it was concluded that the water fountain, including everything in the fountain operation needs replacement.
The design includes removing the existing outdoor water fountain and replacing it with a new fountain, including plumbing, pump, and electrical components (Exhibit 2)
As a component of the grant award process, resolutions authorizing the Executive Director of the Public Works Agency to execute Restricted Grant Agreements (RGA) for both projects are required.
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FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. Staff will return to Council with a request for approval of further actions and will indicate the fiscal impact of any such awards and associated expenditures at that time.
EXHIBIT(S)
1. Resolution – SARTC Painting and Wrought Iron Fencing
2. Resolution – SARTC Outdoor Water Fountain Renovation Submitted By: Nabil Saba, P. E., Executive Director, Public Works Agency Approved By: Tom Hatch, Interim City Manager