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File #: 100212.    Version: 0 Name: 2005/2009 Special Appropriations Project (SPAP) Grant Application for Depot Park (NB)
Type: Staff Recommendation Status: Passed
File created: 8/19/2010 In control: City Manager
On agenda: Final action: 8/19/2010
Title: 2005/2009 Special Appropriations Project (SPAP) Grant Application for Depot Park (NB) This item is a request for the City Commission to authorize the City Manager to file a funding application with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Depot Park Project.
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2005/2009 Special Appropriations Project (SPAP) Grant Application for Depot Park (NB)
 
This item is a request for the City Commission to authorize the City Manager to file a funding application with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Depot Park Project.
 
Explanation
The City of Gainesville (City) wishes to apply for an EPA Special Appropriations Project (SPAP) Grant.  The project is eligible and the funding, if received, will offset local funding anticipated for the project.  The project is intended to make stormwater improvements within Depot Park. The following Special Appropriations for stormwater improvements in the amounts of $192K (FY05) and $300K (FY09) have been identified for the project.  
 
Fiscal Note
If awarded, this cost share grant will require a 45% match provided by the City in an estimated amount of $222,000 depending upon eligibility.  The Stormwater Management Utility Fund (SMUF) will be utilized as the funding source for the City's cost share.
 
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) authorize the City Manager to make application with EPA for the SPAP Grant; and 2) if the grant is offered, authorize the City Manager to execute all related documents, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.



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