HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTION 2025-003 N.C.S. 01/06/2025 Docusign Envelope ID:23BOCOCB-DB99-4124-8287-2DE7DEBOCDC1
Resolution No. 2024-003 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE REALLOCATION OF PROP 68 GRANT FUNDING FROM THE
KENILWORTH PARK REVITALIZATION PLAN (C14502317) TO THE LUCCHESI SKATEPARK
PROJECT (C14402215)
WHEREAS, on December 20, 2021, the City Council of the City of Petaluma adopted Resolution No.
2021-198 N.C.S., authorizing staff to submit an application to the California Department of Parks and
Recreation Per Capita Program for Proposition 68 grant funds, and was subsequently awarded $215,996 to
support the revitalization of Kenilworth Park; and
WHEREAS, Kenilworth Park was selected as the project site due to its central location and potential to
serve as an accessible recreational space for the community, and the City retained a design consultant to
develop a concept plan informed by multiple rounds of public input; and
WHEREAS, despite producing a concept plan, construction remains unfunded, jeopardizing the City's
Proposition 68 funds set to expire in 2028; and
WHEREAS, in January 2024, the City regained control of the Fairgrounds property, which includes
Kenilworth Park, and staff recommends pausing the Kenilworth Park Revitalization Project to ensure
alignment with the forthcoming Fairgrounds Master Plan, allowing for a coordinated and comprehensive
vision for the site; and
WHEREAS, Proposition 68 guidelines allow for the reallocation of grant funds to eligible projects that
meet the program's objectives,enabling the City to direct the$215,996 in Proposition 68 funds to the Lucchesi
Skatepark Project, which is shovel-ready and aligns with grant requirements; and
WHEREAS, the Lucchesi Skatepark Project, a priority project in the City's FY 24-25 Capital
Improvement Program, addresses the need for expanded recreational facilities and has received strong
community support through extensive engagement efforts; and
WHEREAS, the estimated costs of the Lucchesi Skatepark Project have increased due to rising
construction costs and an expanded scope to replace the existing nearby park restrooms, which are in dire
need of upgrades, as part of the project; and
WHEREAS, the State Department of Parks and Recreation has been delegated the responsibility by the
Legislature of the State of California for the administration of the Per Capita Grant Program, setting up
necessary procedures governing application(s); and
WHEREAS, said procedures established by the State Department of Parks and Recreation require the
grantee's Governing Body to certify by resolution the approval of project application(s)before submission of
said applications to the State; and
WHEREAS, the grantee will enter into a contract(s)with the State of California to complete project(s);
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,by the City Council of the City of Petaluma as follows:
1. Approves the filing of project application(s) for Per Capita program grant project(s); and
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2. Certifies that said grantee has or will have available, prior to commencement of project work
utilizing Per Capita funding, sufficient funds to complete the project(s); and
3. Certifies that the grantee has or will have sufficient funds to operate and maintain the project(s),
and
4. Certifies that all projects proposed will be consistent with the park and recreation element of the
City of Petaluma general or recreation plan(PRC §80063(a)), and
5. Certifies that these funds will be used to supplement, not supplant, local revenues in existence as
of June 5, 2018 (PRC §80062(d)), and
6. Certifies that it will comply with the provisions of§1771.5 of the State Labor Code, and
7. (PRC §80001(b)(8)(A-G)) To the extent practicable, as identified in the "Presidential
Memorandum--Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Our National Parks, National Forests, and
Other Public Lands and Waters," dated January 12, 2017, the City of Petaluma will consider a
range of actions that include, but are not limited to, the following:
(A) Conducting active outreach to diverse populations, particularly minority, low-income, and
disabled populations and tribal communities,to increase awareness within those communities
and the public generally about specific programs and opportunities.
(B) Mentoring new environmental, outdoor recreation, and conservation leaders to increase
diverse representation across these areas.
(C) Creating new partnerships with state, local, tribal, private, and nonprofit organizations to
expand access for diverse populations.
(D) Identifying and implementing improvements to existing programs to increase visitation and
access by diverse populations, particularly minority, low-income, and disabled populations
and tribal communities.
(E) Expanding the use of multilingual and culturally appropriate materials in public
communications and educational strategies, including through social media strategies, as
appropriate, that target diverse populations.
(F) Developing or expanding coordinated efforts to promote youth engagement and
empowerment, including fostering new partnerships with diversity-serving and youth-
serving organizations, urban areas, and programs.
(G) Identifying possible staff liaisons to diverse populations.
8. Agrees that to the extent practicable,the project(s)will provide workforce education and training,
contractor and job opportunities for disadvantaged communities (PRC §80001(b)(5)).
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9. Certifies that the grantee shall not reduce the amount of funding otherwise available to be spent on
parks or other projects eligible for funds under this division in its jurisdiction. A one-time
allocation of other funding that has been expended for parks or other projects, but which is not
available on an ongoing basis, shall not be considered when calculating a recipient's annual
expenditures. (PRC §80062(d)).
10. Certifies that the grantee has reviewed, understands, and agrees to the General Provisions
contained in the contract shown in the Procedural Guide; and
11. Delegates the authority to the City Manager, or 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(s); and
12. Agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules, regulations
and guidelines.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City.
REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the Approved as to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 06"day of January Docusigned bform:
2025,by the following vote: l �Q
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AYES: McDonnell,Barnacle,Cader Thompson,DeCarli,Nau,Quint
NOES: None
ABSENT: Shribbs
ABSTAIN: None
DocuSigned by: Signed by:
ATTEST: C� �l� G1lbin In t
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