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HomeMy WebLinkAbout55C - CA RECREATIONAL TRAILS CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: SEPTEMBER 5, 2006 TITLE: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM APPROVED o As Recommended o As Amended o Ordinance on 1 sl Reading o Ordinance on 2nd Reading o Implementing Resolution o Set Public Hearing For {LdJa CITY MANAGER CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of a grant application in the amount of $132,000 for the Recreational Trails Program under the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation for the enhancement of the Fairview Triangle adjacent to the Santa Ana River. 2. Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of a grant application in the amount of $176,000 for the Recreational Trails Program under the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation for the enhancement of the Raitt Street Bike Trail. 3. Approve the Negative Declaration for each of the above listed projects. DISCUSSION The Recreational Trails Program was established under the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century and provides funds annually for recreational trails and trail-related projects. Approximately $3.3 million will be available this funding cycle for non-motorized projects. The application requires a 12-percent match of non-State money. Applications are due on October 2, 2006. The Fairview Triangle Project has been identified in the Santa Ana River Vision Plan as an area of opportunity. The proposed project will develop this area into a trail rest stop. The project scope includes installation of a drip irrigation system, native landscaping and site amenities, including benches, a bike rack, and signage. 55C-1 Resolution Authorizing Participation in the Recreation Trails Program September S, 2006 Page 2 The Raitt Street Bike Trail Project will alleviate neighborhood concerns regarding safety and aesthetics on the section of trail between Raitt Street and St. Gertrude Place. The proposed project consists of installation of lighting, landscaping and an automatic irrigation system along the trail, and resurfacing of the trail. FISCAL IMPACT There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. ~~.-.t F 'Gerardo Mou t Executive D rector Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency 55C-2 Lss08/30/06 Resolution No. 2006- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM FOR THE ENHANCEMENT OF THE FAIRVIEW TRIANGLE ADJACENT TO THE SANTA ANA RIVER 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: A. The "Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users", provides funds to the State of California for grants to state, local and non-profit organizations to acquire, develop and/or maintain motorized and non- motorized trails; and B. The State Department of Parks and Recreation has been delegated the responsibility for the administration of the program within the State, setting up necessary procedures governing project application under the program; and C. Said procedures established by the State Department of Parks and Recreation require the City of Santa Ana to certify by resolution the approval of application(s) before submission of said application(s) to the State; and D. The City of Santa Ana will enter into an Agreement with the State of California to complete the project(s). Section 2. The City Council approves the submittal of an application for $132,000 in grant funds through the Recreational Trails Program to develop the Fairview Triangle area of the Santa Ana River Vision Plan into a trail rest stop. The project will include installation of a drip irrigation system, native landscaping and site amenities including benches, a bike rack and signage; and Section 3. The City Council certifies that the City has or will have available prior to commencement of any work on the project(s) included in this application, sufficient funds to operate and maintain the project(s); and Section 4. The City Council appoints the City Manager, or the Executive Director of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency or his designee, as agent for the City of Santa Ana to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all Resolution No. 2006- Page 1 of 2 55C-3 documents, including but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments and payment requests which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned project. Section 5. The City Council agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and guidelines. ADOPTED this day of ,2006. Miguel A. Pulido Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: Joseph W. Fletcher, City Attorney By: Laura Sheedy Assistant City Attorney AYES: Councilmembers NOES: Councilmembers ABSTAIN Councilmembers NOT PRESENT Councilmembers CERTIFICATE OF ORIGINALITY & PUBLICATION I, PATRICIA E. HEALY, Clerk of the Council, do hereby attest to and certify the attached Resolution No. 2006 - 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 Resolution No. 2006- Page 2 of 2 55C-4 L5S08/30/06 Resolution No. 2006 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM TO IMPROVE THE RAITT STREET BIKE TRAIL 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: A. The "Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users" provides funds to the State of California for Grants to state, local and non-profit organizations to acquire, develop and/or maintain motorized and non- motorized trail purposes; and B. The State Department of Parks and Recreation has been delegated the responsibility for the administration of the program within the State, setting up necessary procedures governing project application under the program; and C. Said procedures established by the State Department of Parks and Recreation require the City of Santa Ana to certify by resolution the approval of application(s) before submission of said application(s) to the State; and D. The City of Santa Ana will enter into an Agreement with the State of California to complete the project(s). Section 2. The City Council approves the submittal of an application for $176,000 in grant funds through the Recreational Trails Program to improve the Raitt Street Bike Trail between Raitt Street and St. Gertrude Place by installing lighting, landscaping and automatic irrigation, and resurfacing the trail to improve safety and aesthetic concerns; and Section 3. The City Council certifies that the City has or will have available prior to commencement of any work on the project(s) included in this application, sufficient funds to operate and maintain the project(s); and Section 4. The City Council appoints the City Manager, or the Executive Director of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency or his designee, as agent for the City of Santa Ana to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all documents, including but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments and Resolution No. 2006- Page 1 of 2 55C-5 payment requests which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned project. Section 5. The City Council agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and guidelines. ADOPTED this day of ,2006. Miguel A. Pulido Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: Joseph W. Fletcher, City Attorney By: Laura Sheedy Assistant City Attorney AYES: Councilmembers NOES: Cou ncilmembers ABSTAIN Councilmembers NOT PRESENT Councilmembers CERTIFICATE OF ORIGINALITY & PUBLICATION I, PATRICIA E. HEALY, Clerk of the Council, do hereby attest to and certify the attached Resolution No. 2006 - 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 Resolution No. 2006- Page 2 of 2 55C-6