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REQUEST FOR
COUNCIL ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY:
DECEMBER 18, 2006
TITLE:
APPROVED
As Recommended
As Amended
Ordinance on 151 Reading
Ordinance on 2nd Reading
Implementing Resolution
Set Public Hearing For
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
PARTICIPATION IN THE
CALIFORNIA RIVER PARKWAYS
GRANT PROGRAM
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CITY MA~tER
CONTINUED TO
FILE NUMBER
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of a grant application in
the amount of $1,000,000 for the California River Parkways Grant Program
for the Santa Ana River Enhancement Project.
2. Receive and file Negative Declaration for Environmental Review No. 2006-
170.
DISCUSSION
The California River Parkways Grant Program was established under the Water
Security, Clean Drinking Water, Coastal and Beach Protection Act of 2002.
The program provides funds for recreational acquisition, restoration,
protection and development of river parkways. Approximately $32.5 million
is available to fund projects during this grant cycle.
On October 2, 2006, the City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency to submit an application in
the amount of $1,000,000 to the California River Parkways Grant Program for
the Santa Ana River Enhancement Project. The State Resources Agency
requested modifications to the resolution, including language that
certifies that the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency will
have the resources to operate and maintain the project after completion.
In addition, this resolution authorizes the Executive Director of Parks,
Recreation and Communi ty Services to conduct negotiations, execute and
submit documents, including all agreements and agreement amendments.
The grant will fund the enhancement of five sites identified in the Santa
Ana River Vision Plan. The sites to be improved as part of this project
are: Edna Park, 17th Street Triangle, Fairview Triangle, McFadden Triangle,
and Edinger Equestrian area. The proposed project will improve the sites by
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installing native landscaping, irrigation, and trail amenities such as bike
racks, natural seating areas, and interpretive signage.
The State Resources Agency requires that all applicants comply with the
California Environmental Quality Act. The Negative Declaration and Initial
Study as well as all referenced documents have been made available for
public review for the 20-day review period required by law.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
In accordance with the California
Declaration Environmental Review No.
project.
Environmental Quality Act, Negative
2006-170 has been prepared for this
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
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Executlve Dlrector
Parks, Recreation and
Community Services Agency
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Resolution No: 2006-
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR
GRANT FUNDS FOR THE CALIFORNIA RIVER
PARKWAYS GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE WATER
SECURITY, CLEAN DRINKING WATER, COASTAL AND
BEACH PROTECTION ACT OF 2002 (Proposition 50)
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana hereby finds, determines
and declares as follows:
1. The Legislature and Governor of the State of California have provided
Funds for the California River Parkways Program.
2. The Resources Agency has been delegated the responsibility for the
administration of this grant program, establishing necessary procedures.
3. The procedures established by the State Resources Agency require a
resolution certifying the approval of application(s) by the Applicant's
governing board before submission of said application(s) to the State.
4. The Applicant, if selected, will enter into an agreement with the State of
California to carry out the Project.
Section 2. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the
City of Santa Ana:
1 . Approves the filing of an application for the Santa Ana River Restoration
Project.
2. Certifies that Applicant understands the assurances and certification in the
application.
3. Certifies that Applicant or title holder will have sufficient funds to operate
and maintain the Project(s) consistent with the land tenure requirements;
or will secure the resources to do so.
4. Certifies that it will comply with the provisions of Section 1771.8 of the
State Labor Code regarding payment of prevailing wages on Projects
awarded Proposition 50 Funds.
5. If applicable, certifies that the Project will comply with any laws and
regulations including, but not limited to, legal requirements for building
codes, health and safety codes, disabled access laws, and, that prior to
commencement of construction, all applicable permits will have been
obtained.
6. Appoints the Executive Director of the Parks, Recreation and Community
Services Agency, or designee, as agent to conduct all negotiations,
execute and submit all documents including, but not limited to
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applications, agreements, payment requests and so on, which may be
necessary for the completion of the aforementioned Project(s).
Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by
the City Council, and the Clerk of the Council shall attest to and certify the vote adopting
this Resolution.
Adopted this 18th day of December, 2006.
Miguel A. Pulido
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Joseph W. Fletcher, City Attorney
By:
Jose Sandoval
Senior Assistant City Attorney
AYES: Councilmembers
NOES: Councilmembers
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers
NOT PRESENT: Councilmembers
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CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, PATRICIA E. HEALY, Clerk of the Council, do hereby attest to and certify that the
attached Resolution No. 2006-XXX to be the original resolution adopted by the City
Council of the City of Santa Ana on
Date:
Clerk of the Council
City of Santa Ana
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