CAP2343.SR.JD
CITY OF SIMI VALLEY
MEMORANDUM
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eptember 25, 2023
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: City Council
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ROM: Department of Public Works
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UBJECT: ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE APPLICATIONS AND RELATED AGREEMENTS TO THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF RESOURCES RECYCLING AND
RECOVERY FOR THE RUBBERIZED PAVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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t is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached R esolution No. 2023 -43 (page 3) authorizing the City Manager to execute applications and related agreements to the California Department of Resources Recycling a nd Recovery for the Rubberized Pavement Grant Program.
BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW
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he California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Rubberized Pavement Grant Program pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 42872, et seq. The purpose of the grant program is to promote markets for rubberized pavement products derived from 100% recycled California- generated waste tires. The program is designed to encourage first-time or limited users of rubberized pavement. Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (RAC) costs more than conventional asphalt, and grant awards are based on the cost differential between rubberized and conventional. The maximum grant award for rubberized asphalt is $250,000. RAC is environmentally friendly because it uses grou nd rubber derived from recycled auto and light truck tires and keeps them out of landfills. RAC has higher strength than conventional asphalt. It provides better skid resistance and is darker, making a better contrast for traffic markings.
Additionally, streets paved with RAC have a lower traffic noise level.
FINDINGS AND ALTERNATIVES
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he City is eligible to apply for a grant for the upcoming Minor and Major Street Rehabilitation Projects. These projects must use 100% California-generated waste tires, and the combined projects must use a minimum of 35,715 tons of rubberized asphalt.
The City will ensure the upcoming street projects comply with the grant guidelines.
AGENDA ITEM NO.
Consent (10)
CAP2343.SR.JD
The following alternatives are available for the City Council’s consideration:
1. Adopt the attached Resolution No. 2023- 43 authorizing the City Manager to execute applications and related agreements to the California Department of Resources Recycling And Recovery for Rubberized Pavement Grant Program;
2. Provide other direction to staff.
Staff recommends Alternative No. 1.
SUGGESTED CITY COUNCIL MOTION
I move to adopt the attached Resolution No. 2023-43 authorizing the City Manager to execute applications and related agreements to the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery for the Rubberized Pavement Grant Program.
SUMMARY
The City has an opportunity to submit grant applications for the Rubberized Pavement Grant Program administered by the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery. The grant program provides up to $250,000 per agency to promote the use of rubberized asphalt. The City is eligible to apply for the grant to fund several upcomi ng pavement rehabilitation projects. It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution No. 2023-43 authorizing the City Manager to execute applications and related agreements for the Rubberized Pavement Grant Program.
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Ronald K. Fuchiwaki
Public Works Director
Prepared by: Lauren Lien, Associate Engineer
INDEX Page
Resolution No. 2023-43…………………………………………………3
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-43
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SIMI VALLEY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE AND SUBMIT APPLICATIONS AND RELATED
AGREEMENTS TO THE CAL IFORNIA DEPARTMENT
OF RESOURCES RECYCLING AND RECOVERY
(CALRECYCLE) FOR THE RUBBERIZED PAVEMENT
GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, Public Resources Code authorizes the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to administer various grant programs (grants) in furtherance of the State of California’s ( State) efforts to reduce, recycle and reuse solid waste generated in the state thereby preserving landfill capacity and protecting public health and safety and the environment; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this authority, CalRecycle is required to establish procedures governing the application, award, and management of the grants; and
WHEREAS, CalRecycle grant application procedures require an Applicant’s governing body to authorize, by resolution, its approval for submittal of the g rant applications identified below and the designation by job title of the individual authorized to execute all grant documents on behalf of City of Simi Valley; and
WHEREAS, if awarded, the City of Simi Valley will enter into a Grant Agreement with CalRecycle for implementation of the Grants.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SIMI VALLEY DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1
. The City Council authorizes the submittal of applications and related agreements to CalRecycle for all grants for which the City of Simi Valley is eligible.
SECTION 2
. This authorization is effective from September 25, 20 23, through September 13, 2028.
SECTION 3. The City Manager (for the purposes of this resolution, the term “City Manager” includes the Interim City Manager, if any) or the City Manager’s designee is authorized to execute all grant documents, including but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments, and requests for payment necessary to secure grant funds and implement the approved grant project.
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RES. NO. 2023-43
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ECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall cause a certified resolution to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk.
PASSED
and ADOPTED this 25th day of September 2023.
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ttest:
Lucy Blanco, City Clerk Fred D. Thomas, Mayor of the City of Simi Valley, California
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pproved as to Form: Approved as to Content:
David L. Caceres, City Attorney Brian Paul Gabler, City Manager R onald K. Fuchiwaki
Public Works Director
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