HomeMy WebLinkAbout55A - RESO - WARTERSMART PROGRAMREQUEST FOR
COUNCIL ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
JANUARY 21, 2014
TITLE:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
PARTICIPATION IN THE BUREAU OF
RECLAMATION WATERSMART PROGRAM
CITY MANAGEtZ
RECOMMENDED ACTION
CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY:
APPROVED
❑ As Recommended
❑ As Amended
❑ Ordinance on 1" Reading
❑ Ordinance on 2ntl Reading
❑ Implementing Resolution
❑ Set Public Hearing For
CONTINUED TO
FILE NUMBER
Adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of a grant application in the amount of $300,000 to the
Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Program for the Water
Leak Detection Technology Project.
DISCUSSION
Approval of this recommended action will allow the City to potentially receive funding through the
Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Program. This federally
administered program of the United States Department of the Interior was established in 2010 to
provide federal leadership and assistance in the efficient use of water, and to integrate water and
energy policies to support the sustainable use of all natural resources. Approximately
$10.3 million will be available in this funding cycle. Applications are due by January 23, 2014.
The Public Works Agency Water Resources Division proposes to submit an application for the
Water Leak Detection Technology Project. Grant funds will be used to purchase smart water leak
detection equipment that provides precise detection of leaks, and improves assessment and
maintenance of water infrastructure. The equipment will first be deployed in areas with the oldest
infrastructure and most frequent and significant leakage, and will be circulated so that the entire
system can be evaluated. The project will result in reduced disruption of services and increased
reliability.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
There is no environmental impact associated with this action. However, the implementation of
water efficiency technology would enhance the environment by facilitating significant water savings
and conservation of natural resources.
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Resolution — Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Grant
January 21, 2014
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FISCAL IMPACT
The WaterSMART grant program requires a 50 percent match of nonfederal money. The City
match is available in the Public Works Water Enterprise Account (06017644- 62300).
Edwin "William" Gal ez, P.E.
Interim Executive Director
Public Works Agency
EWG /NS
Exhibit: 1. Resolution
APPROVED AS TO FUND AND ACCOUNTS
Francisco Gutierrez r��
Executive Director "' b
Finance & Management Services Agency
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RESOLUTION NO.2014-
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS THROUGH
THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION WATERSMART
WATER AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRANT
PROGRAM UNDER THE UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR AND THE SECURE
WATER ACT OF 2011
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AS
FOLLOWS:
Section1. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana hereby finds, determines
and declares as follows:
A. The Bureau of Reclamation has been delegated responsibility by
the United States Department of the Interior for the administration
of the WaterSMART Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Program,
setting up necessary procedures governing the Application; and
B. Said procedures established by the Bureau of Reclamation
require the applicant to certify by resolution its approval of
application(s) prior to submission of said application(s) to the
Bureau of Reclamation; and
C. If selected, the City will enter into a contract with the Bureau of
Reclamation to complete the grant scope project.
Section 2. The City Council approves the filing of an application for $300,000
in federal funds from the United States Department of the Interior's WaterSMART
Program under the SECURE Water Act as established in 2011 for the purchase
of water leak detection equipment.
Section 3 The City Council certifies that the City has or will have available,
prior to commencement of any work on the project included in this application,
sufficient funds to complete the project.
Resolution No. EXHIBIT 1
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Section 4. The City Council certifies that the City has or will have sufficient
funds to operate and maintain the project.
Section 5. The City Council certifies that the City has reviewed, understands,
and agrees to the General Provisions contained in the contract provided in the
Grant Administration Guide.
Section 6 The City Council delegates authority to the City Manager, or the
Executive Director of the Public Works Agency or his designee to conduct all
negotiations, sign and submit all documents, including, but not limited to
applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be
necessary for the completion of the grant scope.
Section 7 The City of Santa Ana shall comply with all applicable federal, state
and local laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and guidelines of the WaterSmart
Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Program.
ADOPTED this _day of .12014.
Miguel A. Pulido
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
M
Laura Sheedy
Assistant City Attorney
AYES:
Councilmembers:
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSTAIN
NOT PRESENT:
Councilmembers:
Councilmembers:
Resolution No.
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CERTIFICATION OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of Council, do hereby attest to and certify the
attached Resolution No. 2014 - to be the original resolution adopted by the
City Council of the City of Santa Ana on
Date:
Clerk of Council
City of Santa Ana
Resolution No.
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