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Recommendation to authorize City Manager to electronically apply for and implement the 2008/2009 California Department of Conservation City/County Payment Program block grant in the amount of $129,308. (Citywide)
DISCUSSION
The California Department of Conservation (DOC) provides block grants to local jurisdictions to promote the collection and recycling of beverage containers and litter abatement. The City utilizes these grant funds to promote recycling through litter clean up activities, beverage container collection programs, various advertising and media outlets such as newspaper advertisements and brochures, municipal band sponsorships, refuse truck signs and unique giveaways at Citywide events.
The DOC allocates funds to each jurisdiction annually. The grant amount is calculated on a per capita basis. The grant period runs from July 1, 2008, through June 30, 2009.
The DOC does not require a resolution of the City Council authorizing the grant application.
This letter was reviewed by Deputy City Attorney Amy Burton on April 4, 2008 and by Budget Management Officer Victoria Bell on April 1 0, 2008.
TIMING CONSIDERATIONS
City Council action on this matter is requested on May 6, 2008, in order to submit the grant application to the DOC before the June 30, 2008 deadline.
FISCAL IMPACT
The City of Long Beach will receive approximately $129,308 to continue to fund beverage container recycling and litter abatement activities. This amount will be deposited in the Refuse and Recycling Fund (EF 330) in the Department of Public Works (PW). Matching funds are not required.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve recommendation.
Respectfully Submitted,
Michael P. Conway
Director of Public Works
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PATRICK H. WEST |
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