Attachment A
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA MARIA, CALIFORNIA
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT
AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027–28 SUSTAINABLE
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING GRANT TO UPDATE THE
CITY’S ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN FOR A PROPOSED
$677,750 PROJECT, INCLUDING A $600,000 GRANT REQUEST
AND A $77,750 CITY CASH MATCH
WHEREAS, the California Department of Transportation has invited FY 2027–28 Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant applications, due October 9, 2026; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Maria seeks funding to update its Active Transportation Plan and identify priorities for safe and accessible walking and bicycling connections; and
WHEREAS, the proposed project cost is $677,750, comprising a grant request of up to $600,000 and a proposed City cash match of $77,750.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Santa Maria, California, as follows:
SECTION 1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to prepare, execute, and submit an application to the California Department of Transportation for up to $600,000 in FY 2027–28 Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant funds for the City of Santa Maria Active Transportation Plan Update, together with all required application certifications and supporting documents.
SECTION 2. The application may include a proposed City cash match of up to $77,750 from the Measure A Alternative Transportation funds.
SECTION 3. The Chief Deputy City Clerk is hereby authorized to make minor changes herein to address clerical errors, so long as substantial conformance of the intent of this document is maintained. In doing so, the Chief Deputy City Clerk shall consult with the City Manager and City Attorney concerning any changes deemed necessary. ///
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Attachment A
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Santa Maria, California, held this 6
th day of October 2026.
ATTEST:
Chief Deputy City Clerk
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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City Attorney
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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Department Director
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City Manager