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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCALIFORNIA, STATE OF, OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY (5) - 2015State of California - Office of Traffic Safety GRANT AGREEMENT - Page 1 OTS -38 (Rev. Q15) Gam,gT NUNIBRR PT16124 A -2015 -124 1. GuANr TITLE SFLECTIvri, TRAFFIC ENFORCENIENT PROGRAM (STEP) 2- NANIE OF AGENCY CTPY OF SANTA ANA 4. GRAFT PERIOD From: 1011115 3. AGENCY UNIT TO ADMINISTER GRANT SANTA ANA POLICE DEPARTyiE -vrr To: 9/34/16 5. GRANT DESCRIPTION To reduce the number of persons killed and injured to traffic crashes Involving alcohol and other primary collision factors, "best practice" strategies will be conducted. The funded strategies may include: DUI checkpoints, DUI saturation patrols, warrant service operations, stakeout operations, a "HOT Sheet" program, educational presentations, and court stings.'rho program may also concentrate on speed, distracted driving, seat belt enforcement, operations at intersections with disproportionate numbers of traffic crashes, and special enforcement operations encouraging motorcycle safety, These strategies are designed to earn media attention thus enhancing the overall deterrent effect. b. FLDERAL FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER Tins AGREaSNIENT SHALL Nor ExccFm S 343,480.00 7. Tmmr; AND CONDITIONS: 'the parties agree, to comply with the terms and conditions of the following which are by this reference made a part of the .Agreement.: • Schedule A (OTS -38b) - Problem Statement, Goals and • Exhibit A- Certifications and Assurances Objectives and Method of Procedure • Lxhitit B* - OTS Grant Program Ivfanual • Schedule B (OTS -38d) - Detailed Budget Estimate and Sub - Budget Estimate (if applicable) • Schedule B -1 (OTS -380 - Budget Narrative and Sub - Budget Narrative (if applicable) *Items shown with an asterisk (*), are hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of this agreement as if attached hereto. These documents can be viewed at the OTS home web page under Grants: www.ots.ea.eoa. We, the officials named below, hereby swear under penalty of perjury tin der the laws of the State of California than we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the above described Grant terms and conditions. IN WITNESS WFTElt,EOF, this Agreement has been executed by the parties hereto. S. APPROVALSIGNATURES A. GRA`]T DmECTOR B. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL OIL AGENCY NAmn: Enrique Esparza PRoNe 714- 245-8216 �. NAMBI David Cavazos FRoNS:714. 647 -5200 Tm e: Commander FAX' 714 -245 -8190 Tau: City Manager FAx: 714.647.6956 ADDRRSSi 60 Civic Center Plaza i Anaaass: 20 Civic Center Plaza, 8" Bloor P.O, Box 1981 P.O. Box 1988 Santa Ana, Ca 92702 Santa Ana, Ca 92702 r arzaresanta- ana.org ca zos @cant atia.org i 1 J -*A S' attn'e) (Si niture ) C. RtSCAF, OR ACCoHNrust; OFFICIAL IL OFFICE Ati'HOntZaQ TOR FIVE PAYMENTS NAnn;: Bich Duong Ta Piiom 714- 647 -5434 NAMM Finance Department Tnl.r; Accounting Manager FAX: = Anoaess: 20 Civic Center Plaza, 3`d Floor ' Ac❑ass: 20 Civic Center Plaza, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 1988 P.O. Box 1988 Santa ,Ana, Ca 92702 O Santa Ana, Ca 92702 9. DUNS NUHIBER rs1( e -NIAC; ;bta(W.Etyma- ana.org60 Civic Center Plaza DuNs 9: 083153247 1< (jk �'/ (' y Ra amain 20 Civic Center Plaza, 8f6 Floor ek Aromas & (Signan¢e)- (Date) zm: Santa Ana, CA 92701 -4058 Please See Next Page For Additional Signatures u .5 a aZ LS"' d {> '� G7 3 W Gr •2 "L ATTEST= F MARIAD HUIZAR' Cl. EPW OF THE COUNCIL IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the date and year first above written. ATTEST: MARIA D. HUIZAR Clerk of the Council RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL: GRANTS MADE EASY - STEP SCMDULE A GRANT DESCRIPTION GRANT NO. PT16124 1. PROSLEM STATEN) NT The city of Santa Ana is a dynamic and diverse city. It is a hub of employment within the county drawing hundreds of thousands of persons to the city on a daily basis. With features like the Bowers Museum, Orange County High School for the Arts, and Cal State University Fullerton Center for the Arts, it is a popular destination of arts aficionados and students. The downtown area has become a popular destination on weekend nights. Over the last few years numerous chic restaurants and bars have opened their doors to welcome patrons. This influx of patrons has greatly increased the number of drivers on the road in the evenings, many of whom have been drinking. The city of Santa Ana is the home of approximately 330,000 residents. It has approximately 477 miles of local, arterial, and collector roads. They are patrolled by approximately 150 sworn police officers that are fielded either in a patrol assignment or traffic enforcement. The Traffic Division has 18 sworn officers. This includes two Sergeants, three Corporals, eleven motor officers, and two collision investigators. There are 11 motor officers who are tasked with traffic enforcement, and collision investigation. Since 2011, there has been a dramatic increase in fatality traffic collisions. Many of these fatalities have been the result of alcohol- related collisions and pedestrian collisions. Injury traffic collisions have also increased, although not as dramatic as fatalities. Nearly one half of all injury traffic collisions have been caused by three Primary Collision Factors: Right of Way, Unsafe Speed, and Signs & Signals. Our City has committed itself to Traffic Safety. In a recently published five year strategic plan, traffic safety was outlined to be a top priority, specifically pedestrian safety. In response, the Traffic Division has already begun education programs targeting all children and adults alike. We have publishes( printed material and recorded a public safety program. Through our efforts in education, both grant - funded and internally - funded measures, we hope to prevent the tragic consequences of unsafe drivers, pedestrians, and impaired drivers, The educational efforts, in conjunction with vigorous enforcement activities will have a positive effect on the community and make our streets safer. We are looking forward to a successful partnership with the California Office of Traffic Safety as we make our streets safer. OTS -38b (Rev. 4/15) GRANTS 1I'VLWE EASY - STE, P SCHEDULE A GRAN'r DESCRIPTION GRANT No. PT16124 A. Traffic Data Summary: 2014 Fatal In J Y Collisions 16 1,413 1413 Victims 16 _ 1,970 Killed Injured Collisions 19 1,324 Eatal iuJury Victims 21 1,916 Killed Injured Collision; 18 1344 Fatal Liju Alcohol- Fatal 8 Iglury 105 Involved 8 161 3 78 3 126 8 139 Hit & Run 4 197 4 251 5 165 6 212 3 194 Nighttime 5 151 5 214 5 130 5 185 3 139 (2100 -0259 hours) 6 3 ht- of =tiVa 53 #2 - Unsafe S eed 1 293 #3 - Sigmnls and Signs 4 274 2. 1'URFORNIANCE MEASURES A. Goals: 1) To reduce the number of persons killed in traffic collisions, 2) To reduce the number of persons injured in traffic collisions. 3) To reduce the number of persons killed in alcohol- involved collisions. 4) To reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol - involved collisions. 5) To reduce the number of persons killed in drug- involved collisions, 6) To reduce the number of persons injured in drug - involved collisions. 7) To reduce the number of persons killed in alcohol /drug combo - involved collisions. 8) To reduce the number of pot -soils injured in alcohol /drug combo - involved collisions. 9) To reduce the number of motorcyclists killed in traffic collisions. 10) To reduce the number of motorcyclists injured in traffic collisions, OTS -38b (Rov. 4/15) N.+6t 9dv y i Oe v PAGG 2 20 2 GRANTS MADE )C+ ASY - S'T EP SCH&DULr A GRANT DrSCRIPTION GRANT No. PT16124 D.,rn -o 1 1) To reduce the number of motorcyclists killed in alcohol4nvolved collisions. 12) To reduce the number of motorcyclists injured in alcohol- involved collisions. 13) To reduce hit & run fatal collisions. 14) To reduce hit & run injury collisions. 15) To reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) fatal collisions. 16) To reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) injury collisions. 17) To reduce the number of bicyclists killed in traffic collisions. 13) To reduce the number of bicyclists injured in traffic collisions, 19) To reduce the number of pedestrians killed in traffic collisions. 20) To reduce the number of pedestrians injured in traffic collisions. B. Objectives: 1) To develop (by December 31) and /or maintain a "HOT Sheet" program to notify patrol and traffic officers to be on the lookout for identified repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result of DUI convictions. Updated HOT sheets should be distributed to patrol and traffic officers monthly, 2) To send 4 law enforcement personnel to the NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) (minimum 16 hour) POST - certified training, 3) To send 2 law enforcement personnel to the NHTSA Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) 16 hour POST - certified training, 4) To send I law enforcement personnel to the CACP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training. 5) To send 1 law enforcement personnel to the IACP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Recertification training. 6) To conduct 16 DUI/DL Checkpoints, Note: A minirnurn of I checkpoint shoaled be conducted doming the NHTSA Winter Mobilization and I daring the NHTSA Surniner Mobilization. 7) To conduct 50 DUI Saturation Patrol operation(s). OTS -386 (Rev, 4/15) GRANTS MADE EASY - STEP SCHEDULE A GRANT DESCRIPTION GRANT No. PT16124 PAnrd 8) To conduct 12 Traffic Enforcement operation(s), including but not limited to, primary collision factor violations. 9) To conduct 10 Distracted Driving enforcement operation(s) targeting drivers using hand held cell phones and texting. 10) To conduct 2 highly publicized Motorcycle Safety enforcement operation(s) in areas or during events with a high number of motorcycle incidents or collisions resulting from unsafe speed, DUI, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, improper turning, and other primary collision factor violations by motorcyclists and other drivers. 11) To conduct 2 Night -time (2100 - 0259 hours) Click It or Ticket enforcement operation(s). 12) To conduct 10 Traffic Safety educational presentations with an effort to reach 500 community members. Note: Presentations may include topics such as distracted driving, DUI, speed, bicycle & pedestrian safety, sea(belts and child passenger safety. 13) To conduct 12 highly publicized enforcement operation(s) in areas of or during events with a high number of bicycle and /or pedestrian collisions resulting from violations made by bicyclists, pedestrians, and drivers. 14) To participate in and collect and report DUI enforcement data for the NIITSA Winter and Summer Mobilizations. 15) To participate in and collect and report data for the National Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April. 16) To participate in and collect and report data for the NHTSA Click It or Ticket mobilization period in May. 17) To participate in the National Bicycle Safety Mouth in May. 18) To collaborate with the county's Avoid Lead Agency by; participating in all planning/scheduling meetings and MADD /Avoid DUI Seminars; providing your agency's schedule of operations that occur during any Avoid campaign; and reporting your agency's DUI arrests & DUI fatality information during any Avoid campaign, NOTE: Nothing in this "agreement" shall be interpreted as a requirement, formal or informal, that a particular police officer issue a specgfied or predetermined number of citations in pursuance of the goals and oUjectives hereunder. OTS -386 (Rev. 4/t5) GRANTS MADE EASY - STEP SCHEDULE A GRANT ID.ESCRIPTION GRANT NO, PT16124 L J NOTE: To enhance the overall deterrent effect and promote high visibility, it is recommended the grantee issue an advance press release for each checkpoint operation, Por combination DUI /DL checkpoints, departments should issue press releases that mention DL's will be checked at the DUI /DL checkpoint. Signs for DULLDL, checkpoint operations should read "DUUDriver's License Checkpoint Ahead. " OTS does nol fund or support independent DL checkpoints. Only on an exception basis and with OTS pre - approval will OTSfcmd checkpoint operations that begin prior to 1800 hours, 3. METHOD OF PROCEDURE. A. Phase 1 - Program Preparation Training and Implementation (1'c° Quarter of Grant Year) + The police department will develop operational plans to implement the ,bcst practice" strategies outlined in the objectives section. • All training needed to implement the program should be conducted this quarter, • All grant related purchases needed to implement the program should be made this quarter. • In order to develop /maintain the "Hot Sheets," research will be conducted to identify the `i orst of the worst" repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result of DUI convictions, The Hot Sheets may include the driver's name, last known address, DOB, description, current license status, and the number of times suspended or revoked for DUI. Hot Sheets should be updated and distributed to traffic and patrol officers at least monthly. • Implementation of the STEP grant activities will be accomplished by deploying personnel at high collision locations. Media Requirements • Issue a press release announcing the kick -off of the grant by November 15, The kick -off press releases and media advisories, alerts, and materials must be emailed to the OTS Public Information Officer at pio o,ots.ca.gov, and copied to your OTS Coordinator, for approval 14 days prior to the issuance date of the release. B. Please 2 - Program Operations (Throughout Grant Year) • The police department will work to create media opportunities throughout the grant period to call attention to the innovativc program strategies and outcomes. Media Requirements • Send all grant- related activity press releases, media advisories, alerts and general public materials to the OTS Public Information Officer (PIO) at pio(�ots ca eov, with a copy to your OTS Coordinator. OTS -38b (Rev. 4 115) GRANTS MADE ]EASY - STEP SCHEDULE A GRANT DESCRIPTIOY G1taN'rNo. PT16124 n...- I a) If an OTS template -based press release is used, the OTS PIO and Coordinator should be copied when the release is distributed to the press. If an OTS template is not used, or is substantially changed, a draft press release shall be sent to the OTS PIO for approval. Optimum lead time would be 10 -20 days prior to the release date to ensure adequate turn - around time. b) Press releases reporting the results of grant activities such as enforcement operations arc exempt from the recommended advance approval process, but still should be copied to the OTS PIO and Coordinator when the release is distributed to the press. c) Activities such as warrant service operations and court stings that could be compromised by advanced publicity are exempt from pre - publicity, but are encouraged to offer embargoed media coverage and to report the results. • Use the following standard language in all press, media, and printed materials: Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. • Email the OTS P1O at pioLlots.ca go v and copy your OTS Coordinator at least 30 days in advance, a short description of any significant grant- related traffic safety event or program so OTS has sufficient notice to arrange for attendance and/or participation in the event. • Submit a draft or rough-cut of all printed or recorded material (brochures, posters, scripts, artwork, trailer graphics, etc.) to the OTS P[Oat pio @ots.ca go v and copy your OTS Coordinator for approval 14 days prior to the production or duplication. • Include the OTS logo, space permitting, on grant- funded print materials; consult your OTS Coordinator for specifics. C. Phase 3 — Data Collection & Reporting (Throughout Grant Year) • Agencies are required to collect and report quarterly, appropriate data that supports the progress of goats and objectives. • Statistical data relating to the grant goals and objectives will be collected, analyzed, and incorporated in Quarterly Performance Reports (QPRs), QPRs for the quarter ending September 30 will include year -to -date comparisons of goals and objectives. If required, a separate quarterly data reporting form will be completed each quarter and submitted as part of the QPR. • Reports will compare actual grant accomplishments with the planned accomplishments. They will include information concerning changes made by the Grant Director in planning and guiding the grant efforts. OTS-38b (Rev. 4M) GRANTS MADE EASY - STEP SCHEDULE A GRANT DESCRIPTION GRANT NO. PT16124 n, -- I • Reports shall be completed and submitted in accordance with OTS requirements as specified in the Grant Program Manual, 4. MrTHOD OF EVALUATION Using the data compiled during the grant, the Grant Director will complete the "Final Evaluation" section in the fourth/final Quarterly Performance Report (QPR), The Final Evaluation should provide a brief summary of the grant's accomplishments, challenges and significant activities. This narrative should also include whether goals and objectives were met, exceeded, or an explanation of why objectives were not completed. 5. ADNIINISTRATIVE SUPPORT This program has full support of the City of Santa Ana. Every effort will be made to continue the activities after the grant conclusion. OTS -38b (Rev, 4/15) SCHEDULEB DE TAILED BITDGET ESTIMATE GRANT NO. PT16124 FUND NUMBER CATALOG NUMB ER (CFDA) FUND DESCRIPTION TOTAL AMOUNT Minimum PcntiN, for Repeat Often<Iers for thin 9/30/16 164AL 20.608 Driving While Intoxicated 5 281,650,00 402PT 20,600 Statcand Community Highway Safety $ 61,830.00 COST CATEGORY FISCAL YEAR ESTTMATES TOTAL COST 1011115 thin 9/30/16 TO GRANT A. PERSONNEL COSTS CFDA FY -1 Positions and Salaries Overtime DUI / Driver's LicemeCheckpoints 20.608 $ 137,600.00 $ 137,600.00 .DUI Saturation Patrols 20.608 $ 139,250,00 $ 139,250.00 Traffic Enforcernent Operations 20.600 $ 14,880.00 $ 14,880.00 Distracted Driving Operations 20.600 $ 12,400.00 $ 12,400.00 Motorcycle Safety Operations 20.600 $ 2,480.00 $ 2,480,00 Nighttime CIOT Operations 20.600 $ 2,480.00 $ 2,480.00 Bilco /Pedestrian Safety Operations 20.600 $ 14,880,00 $ 14,880.00 Traffic Safety Education Presentations 20.600 $ 4,560.00 S 4,560.00 SFST /ARIDE/DRE Instruction & Certificatiol 20.600 ,$ 3,650.00 S 3,650.00 Category Sub- Total $ 332,180.00 $ } }2,180.00 B. TRAVEL EXPENSE Lt -State 20.600 $ 2,500.00 $ 2,500.00 Out -of -State $ - $ Category Sub -Total __L_2,500 00 $ 2,500.00 C. CONTRACTUAL SERVICES None $ Category Sub -Total -$ D. EQUIPNIENT None $ $ Category Sub -Total E. OTHER DIRECT COSTS Multi -Media Presentations 20.600 $ 4,000.00 $ 4,000.00 PAS Flashlights 20.608 $ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00 PAS Device /Calibration Supplies 20.608 $ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00 Category Sub -Total $ 8,800.00 $ 8,800.00 P. INDIRECT COSTS None $ Category Sub -Total $ - GRANT TOTAL $ 349,480.00 $ 343,480.00 OTS -38d (Rev. 4/15) Page 1 of 1 SCHEDULE 13 -1 GRAnNNo. n'rimiod BUDGET NARRATIVE Page I PERSONNEL, COSTS Overtime Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations may be conducted by personnel such as a Lieutenant, Sergeant, Corporal, Deputy, Officer, Reserve Officer, Community Services Officer, Dispatcher, etc., depending on the titles used by the agency and the grantees overtime policy. Personnel will be deployed as needed to accomplish the grant goals and objectives. Costs are estimated based on an overtime hourly rate range of $50.00/hour to S99.00 /hour. Overtime reimbursement will reflect actual costs of the personnel conducting the appropriate operation up to the maximum range specified. No benefits will be paid in this grant. TRAVEL EXPENSE In State Costs are included for appropriate staff to attend conferences and training events supporting the grant goals and objectives and /or traffic safety, Local mileage for grant activities and meetings is included. Anticipated travel may include Lifesavers (enter other known conferences or required events). All conferences, seminars or training not specifically identified in the Schedule B -.l (Budget Narrative) must be approved by OTS. All travel claimed must be at the agency approved rate. Per Diem may not be claimedfor meals provided at conferences when registration fees are paid with OTSgrant funds, CONTRACTUAL SERVICES None COtAPMENT None OTEER Dmc r COSTS 4 Multi -Media Presentations - to provide high - impact traffic safety presentations to convey the message about the consequences of drinking and driving, distracted driving, and making the right choices when behind the wheel. 3 PAS Flashlights — preliminary alcohol screening flashlights combine a high - intensity flashlight, a dynamic sampling system and a miniature alcohol sensor to analyze ambient air, breath, open containers or enclosed spaces for the presence of alcohol during enforcement efforts for DUE. 3 PAS Device /Callbration Supplies - preliminary alcohol screening devices to detect the presence of alcohol in a person's breath and calibration supplies to ensure accuracy. Costs may include mouth pieces, gas, and accessories. OTS -38f (Rev. 4/l5) SCUEDULE B -1 C Dwq'nT„ Dm I, ,,.� OTS- 38f (Rev, 4/15) EX111srr A CERTIFICATIONS AND AssURt,NCES Failure to comply with applicable Federal statutes, regulations, and directives tnay subject Grantee Agency officials to civil or criminal penalties and/or place the State in a high risk grantee status in Grantee A with 49 CFR §18.12, The officials named on the grant agreement, certify by way of signahtre on the grant agreement signature page, that the Grantee Agency complies with all applicable Federal statutes, regulations, and directives and State rules, guidelines, policies and laws in effect with respect to the periods for which it receives grant funding. Applicable provisions include, but are not limited to, tire following: 23 U.S.C. Chapter 4- 1-lighway Safety Act of 1966, as amended 49 CFR Part 18— Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments ^ 23 CFR Part 1200 — Uniform Procedures for State Highway Safety Grant Programs NONDISCRIMINATION The Grantee Agency will comply with all Federal statutes and implementing regulations relating to nondiscrimination. These include but are not limited to: (a) Title Vi of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Pub. L. 88- 352), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin (and 49 CFR Part 21); (b) Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S,C. 1681 -1683 and 1685 - 1686), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; (c) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 m U.S.C. 794), and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Pub. L, 101 -336), as aended (42 U.S.C. 12101, et seq.), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disabilities (and 49 CFR Part 27); (d) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 U.S.C. 6101 - 6107), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; (e) the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (Pub. L. 100 -259), which requires Federal -aid recipients and all sub - recipients to prevent discrimination and ensure nondiscrimination in all of their programs and activities; (f) the Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of 1972 (Pub. L. 92 -255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of drug abuse; (g) the comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (Pub. L. 91 -616) as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism; (h) Sections 523 and 527 of the Public Health Service Act of 1912, as amended (42 U.S.C. 290dd -3 and 290ce -3), relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient records; (i) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended (42 U.S.C. 3601, et seq,), relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, rental or financing of housing; Oany other nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(s) te(s) under which application for Federal assistance is being made; and n the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statute(s) which may apply to the application. Certifications and Assurances (Rev, 6115) EXHIBIT A CERTIFICATIONS A," ASSURANCE'S BUY AMERICA ACT Fage 2 The Grantee Agency will comply with the provisions of the Buy America Act (49 U.S.C. 5323 which contains the following requirements: �))� Only steel, iron and manufactured products produced in the United States may be purchased with Federal funds unless the Secretary of Transportation determines that such domestic purchases would be inconsistent with the public interest, that such materials are not reasonably available mid of a satisfactory quality, or that inclusion of domestic materials will increase the cost of the overall project contract by more than 25 percent. Clear justification for the purchase of non - domestic items must be in the form of a waiver request submitted to and approved by the Secretary of Transportation. POLITICAL AmvrrY (MATCH ACT) _ The Grantee Agency will comply with provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. 1501 -1508) which limits the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds. CERTIFICATION REGARDING FEDERAL LOBBYING Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that: I. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person ongress an officer or employee of Congress or an employee ofpiMember of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification ofany Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement. 2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence all officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form - LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions. 3. The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all sub -award at all tiers (including subcontracts, sub - grants, and contracts under grant, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all sub - recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not loss than $10,000 and not more than 5100,000 for each such Failure. Certifications and Assurances (Rev. 6115) EXHIBIT A CERTIFICATIONS AND ASSURANCES LERTIMCATION RFCARDING DUARbCEN'I• AND SUSPENSION raga d Instructions For Primary Certification 1. By signing and submitting this grant agreement, tine Grantee Agency Official is providing the certification set out below, 2. The inability of a person to provide the certification required below will not necessarily result in denial of participation in this covered transaction. The prospective participant shall submit an explanation of wiry it cannot provide the certification set out below. The certification or explanation will be considered in connection with the department or agency's determination whether to enter into this transaction. However, failure of the Grantee Agency Official to furnish a certification or an explanation shall disqualify such person from participation in this transaction. 3. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when the department or agency determined to enter into this transaction. If it is later determined that the Grantee Agency Official knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate this transaction Pot cause or default. 4. The Grant Agency Official shall provide immediate written notice to the department or agency to which this grant agreement is submitted if at any time the Grantee Agency Official learns its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances. 5. The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant, person, primary covered transaction, principal, grant agreement, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, have the meaning set out in the Definitions and coverage sections of 49 CPR Part 29, You may contact the department or agency to which this grant agreement is being submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations. 6. The Grantee Agency Official agrees by submitting this grant agreement that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency entering into this transaction. 7. The Grantee Agency Official further agrees by submitting this grant agreement that it will include the clause titled "Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion -Lower Tier Covered Transaction," provided by the department or agency entering into this covered transaction, without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions. 8. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant may decide the method and frequency by which it determines the Certifications and Assurances (Rev. 6115) EXHIBIT A CERTIFICATIONS AND ASSURANCES eligibility of its principals. Each participant inay, but is not required to, check the fist of Parties Excluded or from Federal Procurement and Non - procurement Programs. 9. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings. 10. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 6 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CPR Part 9, subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or volwuarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate this transaction for cause or default. Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters- Primary Covered Transactions (1) The Grantee Agency Official certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief, that its principals: (a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded by any Federal department or agency; (b) Have not within a three -year period preceding this grant agreement been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (Federal, State or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, heft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of record, making false statements, or receiving stolen property; (c) Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity (Federal, State or Local) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (1)(b) of this certification; and (d) Have not within a three -year period preceding this application /grant agreement had one or more public transactions (Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause or default. (2) Where the Grantee Agency Official is unable to certify to any of the Statements in this certification, such Prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this grant agreement. Instructions for Lower Tier Certification 1. By signing and submitting this grant agreement, the prospective lower tier participant is providing the certification set out below. 2. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal government, the Certifications and Assurances (Rev. 6/15) Exinflrr A CER'11FICATIONS AND ASSURANCES department or agency with which this hansactmn on rated inn Page 5 suspension and /or debarment. g y pursue available remedies, including I The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this grant agreement is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances. 4. The terms covered transaction, debarred, ,vitspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant, person, primary covered transaction, principal, grant agreement, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, have the meanings set out in the Definition and Coverage sections of 49 CFR Part 29. You may contact the person to whom this grant agreement is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations. 5. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this grant agreement that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with which this transaction originated. 6. The prospective lower tier participant further a&rces by submitting this grant agreement that it will include the clause titled "Certification Regarding Debarment, suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion — Lower Tier Covered Transaction," without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions. (See below) 7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant may decide the method and frequency by which it determines the eligibility of its principals. Each participant may, but is not required to, check the List of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement and Non - procurement Programs. 8. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render in good faith tho certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings. 9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment, Certifications and Assurances (Rev, 6/15) EXULBIT A CERTWIC,ATIONS AND AssURANCLS Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion —sower Tier Covered Transactions; I The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this grant agreement, that neither it nor its principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency. 2. Where the prospective lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this grant agreement. Ccrtiflcations and Assurances (Rev. 6115)