City Council
MEETING DATE: 7/13/2016
TITLE:
Title
Authorize the submission of California Youth Soccer and Recreation Development Program Grant Applications for lighted basketball courts at Panorama and Century Parks.
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FROM:
John A. Corella, P.E. - City Engineer
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
City Staff is recommending the following:
1. Request authorization to submit California Youth Soccer and Recreation Development Program Grant Applications for new lighted basketball courts at, Panorama Park and Century Park; and
2. The City Council authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter a service provider contract with MVR Consulting in the amount, not to exceed $13,500 to prepare and submit the Grant Applications; and
3. The City Council approve Resolutions in support of the Grant Applications.
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BACKGROUND:
The State of California Department of Parks and Recreation is soliciting Grant Applications for the 2016 California Youth Soccer and Recreation Development Program (Program). This Grant is part of the Proposition 40-2002 Resources Bond Act passed in March of 2002 which provides funding for local assistance Grant Programs.
The intent of the Program is to provide financial assistance to local agencies and community based organizations to foster the development of new youth soccer, baseball, softball and basketball recreational opportunities in the State.
There are $23.3 million in funds available for qualifying projects under this competitive Grant Program cycle. The minimum grant amount is $75,000 and maximum grant amount is $1 million per project site. The applications for the Program are required to be submitted by November 1, 2016.
DISCUSSION:
With the completion of Ocotillo Park, it has been observed that the lighted basketball courts were well received, and are used a significant amount on a daily basis, especially after dusk when the lights are turned on. The double full courts and lighting allows residents to ma...
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