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Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to submit a grant application to the State Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, Urban and Community Forestry California Climate Investments Grant Program, for urban and community forestry programs in the City; accept said grant, if awarded, in an amount up to $1,260,633 funded by the California Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund; and, execute all documents necessary to accept the funds and implement the programs. (Citywide)
DISCUSSION
The State of California has enacted the California Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF), which provides funds for urban and community forestry programs that reduce greenhouse gasses.
The State Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has been delegated the responsibility for the administration of the programs, including the establishment of program parameters and application procedures. CAL FIRE has established the Fire Protection Urban and Community Forestry California Climate Investments Grant Program (CCI), which works to optimize the benefits of trees and related vegetation through multiple-objective proposals that result in a net greenhouse gas (GHG) benefit. Co-benefits of projects include increased water supply, clean air and water, reduced energy use, flood and storm water management, recreation, urban revitalization, and improved public health. Projects may provide a combination of these and other co-benefits. Urban and Community Forestry efforts play a significant role in meeting the State’s GHG emission reduction targets. CAL FIRE encourages resident participation in the development and implementation of each project.
The initial phase of the application process requires agencies to submit a Concept Proposal. If the Concept Proposal is accepted, CAL FIRE will invite applicants to submit a Project Application. A Concept Proposal Application for CCI grant funds was submitted to CAL FIRE on February 26, 2018. The City ha...
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