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CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: SEPTEMBER 2, 2008 TITLE: APPROVED /")- " ( /'~ ,/-.,/ " .//c~~ ~ CITY MANAGER o As Recommended o As Amended o Ordinance on 151 Reading o Ordinance on 2nd Reading o Implementing Resolution o Set Public Hearing For RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM CONTINUED TO --- FILE NUMBER RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of a grant application in the amount of $38,000 to the California Department of Parks and Recreation Recreational Trail Program for the Fisher Park Nature Trail Project. DISCUSSION The Recreational Trails Program is a state-administered local assistance program of the United States Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHA). The FHA provides funds annually to trail- related facilities within California. Approximately $6 million will be available this funding cycle for non-motorized projects. The application requires a 12-percent match of non-state money. The matching funds are available in the City's park acquisition and development fund. Applications are due on October I, 2008. The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency proposes to submit an application for the Fisher Park Nature Trail Project. The Trail will be developed near the butterfly and bird habi tat proposed alongside the Santiago Creek in the southern edge of Fisher Park. The project scope includes the installation of a decompose granite walking trail, landscaping, irrigation and interpretive signage. The trail will provide residents with recreational as well as educational opportunities at Fisher Park. FISCAL IMPACT impact associated with this action. ~era Exec tive Director Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency 55A-1