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Recommendation to accept grant funding in the amount of $550,000 from the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund (CP 201) in the Department of Public Works (PW) by $550,000; and
Adopt resolution authorizing City Manager to execute all documents necessary to enter into an agreement with the SWRCB for Proposition 40 Urban Stormwater Program grant funding for the installation of a trash net system in the forebay of the City’s pump station 13 along the Los Angeles River in an amount not to exceed $550,000. (District 9)
DISCUSSION
On June 9, 2006, the Department of Public Works submitted a grant application to the State Water Resources Control Board for funding from the Proposition 40 Urban Stormwater Grant Program to significantly reduce trash and debris entering the Los Angeles River (River). On November 29, 2006, the City was notified that it had been approved to receive grant funding in the total amount of $550,000 for installation of a full capture trash net system at pump station 13. .
This trash net system is similar to ones located at other City pump stations that have proven to be effective at capturing trash, sediment and green waste. As an additional benefit, bacteria attached to trash and debris will be captured, prior to entering the River.
In order to draft and execute an agreement between the City and the SWRCB, the SWRCB requires that a resolution be adopted by the City Council authorizing its designated representative to sign an agreement and any amendments with the State of California. The proposed resolution is attached.
This matter was reviewed by Deputy City Attorney Lori A. Conway on December 7, 2006, and Budget Management Officer David Wodynski on December 20, 2006.
TIMING CONSIDERATIONS
City Council action on this matter is requested on January 2, 2007, to authorize commencement of this contract.
FISCAL IMPACT
Total project funding is estimated not to exceed $550,...
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