HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - May 15, 1991CITY OF LODI
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE: Grant Application for Lodi Lake Park Improvements
MEETING DATE: May 15, 1991
PREPARED BY: City Manager
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That the City Council approve the retention of the
firm of National Grant Services to pursue the filing
of a grant application with the State of California for
certain improvements at Lodi Lake Park.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Staff has been in contact with the National Grant
Services, a small California firm in the business of
obtaining State grant funding for local public agencies
for parks and recreation facilities construction and improvements. The two
principals in the firm have had considerable experience in developing public
sector park and recreation facilities and in so doing have developed key
contacts with various State offices in Sacramento. Parks and Recreation
Director Ron Williamson, Parks Superintendent Scott Essin and I have met with
the principals and now feel confident of the firm's ability to deliver some
grant funding. Specifically, the discussions have centered on the availability
of a grant in the amount of $300,000 from the State's Department of Boating and
Waterways (Boating Facilities) for the construction on the west side of Lodi
Lake of a boat launching ramp, restrooms and parking facilities. The City's
only commitment at this time is a retainer of $3,000. If the firm is
successful in obtaining this grant for the City, the fee would be 10% of the
first $100,000, and 8% of the next $200,000. This `,s a total of $26,000, a
substantial portion of which could be financed with Grant fund proceeds. The
retainer of $3,000 would apply to the total fee cnarged. The risk is minimal;
the potential benefits are substantial. The proposed improvements are
substantially in conformance with the Lodi Lake Park Master Plan.
Mr. Williamson will be in attendance at Wednesday night's meeting to answer any
questions Councilmembers may have.
FUNDING: Contingent Fund
Respectfully submitted,
Thomas A. Peterson
City Manager
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THOMAS A. PETERSON
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SPECIAL ALLOCATION REQUEST
DATE: May 15, 1991
PROJECT NUMBER: 010.0- 7501•09- 32.3
Request is made for funds to accomplish the following project which was not included in
the current budget:
Description of Project Estimated Cost
Fee for retaining the firm of National Grant Services to pursue the filing of a grant
application with the State of California for certain improvements at Lodi Lake
Funding source - Contingent Fund - $3,000
(If you need more space, use additional sheet and attach to this form)
Date of Approval - 5/15/91 Amount Approved - $3,000.00
Council XXXXX City Manager
FUND OR ACCOUNT TO BE CHARGED
Current Budget $ Prior Year Reserve $
Contingent Fund $ 1400 - General Fund Surplus $
Capital Outlay Reserve $ Reimbursable Account $
Utility Outlay Reserve $ Other (Election) $
Hotel/Motel Tax Reserve -
General Fund Operating Reserve
Account Number
ii t �om,�nan�ceir�ector Alice M. ReimchA,
City Clerk
Submit this form in duplicate to the Finance Director. Distribution after approval will
be as follows: 1) Originating Department 2) Finance Department