HomeMy Public PortalAbout22-072 - Ratifying a grant application for the Neat Streets Growing Roots for Environmentally Equitable NeighborhoodsSponsored by: Interim City Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 22-072
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, RATIFYING A GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE
NEAT STREETS GROWING ROOTS FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY
EQUITABLE NEIGHBORHOODS (GREEN) MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION
OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the Interim City Manager of the City of Opa-Locka has applied for a
Matching Grant from the Growing Roots For Environmentally Equitable Neighborhoods
(GREEN) Miami Dade County to plant trees in various areas of the City of Opa-Locka
("City"); and
WHEREAS, the goal for this project is to install a combination of 190 trees in various
locations of the City. This is a combined effort of the City and Miami -Dade County to
increase the tree canopy and reach the Million Trees in Miami- Dade County goal; and
WHEREAS, the proposed project is for Matching Grant from GREEN Miami Dade
County to plant trees in various areas of the City. The goal for this project is to install a
combination of 190 trees in various locations of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds it in the best interest of the City and its
residents to ratify the grant application, as described herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1. The recitals to the preamble herein are incorporated by reference.
SECTION 2. The City Commission of the City of Opa-Locka, Florida, hereby
ratifies the submission of the grant application for the Neat Streets Growing Roots for
Environmentally Equitable Neighborhoods (GREEN) Miami -Dade County Matching
Grant Program, attached hereto as Exhibit "A".
SECTION 3. Sections of this Resolution may be renumbered or re -lettered and
corrections of typographical errors which do not affect the intent may be authorized by
the City Manager, following review by the City Attorney and without need of public
hearing, by filing a corrected copy of same with the City.
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall take effect upon the adoption and is subject to
the approval of the Governor or Governor's Designee.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 14th day of December, 2022.;
John Taylor r., Mayor
Resolution No. 22-072
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Jo. a Flores, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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City Attorney
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Moved by: Commissioner Kelley
Seconded by: Vice Mayor Ervin
VOTE: 5-0
Commissioner Bass YES
Commissioner Kelley YES
Commissioner Williams YES
Vice Mayor Ervin YES
Mayor Taylor YES
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Short Title:
Ratification of Grant Application for NEAT STREETS GROWING ROOTS FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY EQUITABLE
NEIGHBORHOODS (GREEN) MIAMI-DADE COUNTY MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM
Staff Summary:
In conjunction with the City's grant writing service, staff has applied for Matching Grant from
GREEN Miami Dade County to plant trees in various areas of the City. The goal for this project is
to install a combination of 190 trees in various locations of the City. This is a combined effort of
the City and Miami -Dade County to increase the tree canopy and reach the Million Trees in Miami -
Dade County goal.
This project is proposed to cost $125,000. This amount consists of $100,000 of grant funds and $25,000
of matching City funds
Proposed Action:
Staff recommends the City Commission ratify the submission of a grant application for GREEN Miami Dade
Attachment:
1. Submitted Application
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2023 GREEN Miami -Dade County Matching Grant
Let's grow some GREEN!
streets
Miami -Dade County
Apply today for our Growing Roots for Environmentally Equitable Neighborhoods (GREEN) Miami -
Dade County Matching Grant to support environmental equity and help us achieve a 30 percent
tree canopy County -wide.
Funded by Miami -Dade County, this grant engages municipalities, agencies, non -profits,
foundations, and community groups in planting native or Florida -friendly trees on public land,
including corridors, gateways, bus stops, schools, libraries, public housing sites, and parks.
The goal of this program is to leverage the County's Tree Trust Fund by encouraging investments
on public land.
Grants of $5,000 to $100,000 will be awarded to those communities who can demonstrate the
greatest benefits for residents, employers and visitors, and are able to provide a stewardship plan
for our joint investment.
The GREEN Miami -Dade County Matching Grant provides either a 75°/0 or 50°/o match contribution
to the Applicant, depending on existing urban tree canopy in the municipality where the proposed
planting project is located, not to exceed the maximum grant amount for the current cycle
($100,000).
Eligible expenses for grant and matched funds are as follows:
• Procurement of trees
• Installation of trees
• Maintenance of trees
• Supply costs
• Preparation of the planting site
• Permit fees
The Grant Application must include the following:
• Online submittal by deadline
• Detailed proposed budget
• Google Live Planting Plan(s) with location, number of trees and species. A professional
landscape design is not required.
• Before photos of project location(s).
Grant applications will be evaluated using the following criteria:
1. Existing Tree Canopy and Income Level
• Area has 20 percent or less existing tree canopy
• Area has low -to -moderate income populations
• Applicant does not have access to a tree trust fund
2. Project Enhancements
• Growing Green Bus Stops
• Growing Green Playgrounds
• Gateways/Corridors/Connections to Schools and/or Parks
• Schools/Parks/Libraries/Public Housing Sites/Other
• Natural Disaster Recovery
3. Resiliency/Impact
• Biodiversity
• Planting in a FEMA flood zone
• Focus on Florida natives
• Number of trees
• First time applicant
• Continuation of planting from a previous cycle (next phase)
4. Community Outreach
• Defined plan to engage the public (e.g. newspaper/magazine article, surveys,
informational materials to be distributed, etc.)
• Social media plan
• Fulfillment of established community plan
While preference will be given to areas with low -to -moderate income populations defined as
census tract that are in the fourth or fifth quintile distribution of Median Household Income, and/or
with 20 percent or less tree canopy, grant applications that do not meet either or both of these
preferences will still be considered.
Timeline:
• Grant application opens: August 15, 2022
• Grant info webinar*: August 23, 2022 at 2 p.m.
• Application deadline: September 16, 2022
• Anticipated award announcements: early November 2022
• Last Day to Notify NSM staff of location changes: January 31, 2023
• Planting deadline: April 30, 2023
• Final report deadline: May 31, 2023
Visit the GREEN Miami -Dade County Matching Grant Program webpage for more details.
*On Tuesday, August 23, 2022, we will be hosting an informational webinar via Zoom. For more
information, questions, or to request to join the webinar, please
email Nikki.Anderson(almiamidade.gov.
Click here for the GREEN Miami -Dade County Matching Grant Procedures.
Contact Information
Name of Organization *
City of Opalocka
Address *
780 Fisherman Street
Street Address
City of Opa-Lock
City
33054
Postal / Zip Code
FLORIDA
State / Province
United States
V
Country
Organization Type *
Municipality v
Is the municipality a Tree City USA? *
Yes
1
v
How many trees were planted by your municipality/organization/agency in the previous calendar
year (January 1- December 31, 2022)? *
167
Contact Name (Person filling out application) *
Adelina Gross
Job Title *
CIP Manager
E-mail *
agross@opalockafl.gov
Phone Number *
305 - 9533868
Area Code Phone Number
Project Manager (If awarded) *
Adelina Gross
-mail *
agross@opalockafl.gov
Phone Number *
305 - 9533868
Area Code Phone Number
Project Narrative
Project Title *
Opa-locka Blvd. CRA Tree I
Goals of Project *
Increase City Canopy
- Make a major aesthetic enhancement to different
areas of the city and a primary traffic corridor,
providing a more positive image to those passing
through the City.
- A very small contribution to offset global warming.
- Beautify Ali Baba Avenue and the recently
designated City of Opa-Locka Main Street (Opa-
Locka Boulevard)
Who are the beneficiaries of this projects? How will this advance the community's tree strategy? For example, urban tree
canopy restoration after a natural disaster, low tree canopy, beautification effort, stormwater mitigation, etc.
Will the project fulfill an element of an established community plan? (Yes/No) *
Yes
Please name the established community plan. *
Opa-locka Comprehensive
Is this proposal the continuation of a previous GREEN Miami -Dade County (formerly known as
Street Tree) Matching Grant -funded project? If yes, please provide the funding year(s) below. *
2021, 2022
e.g. Yes - 2016, 2017
Project Enhancements
Project enhancements are key project components that help further specific goals and
initiatives of Neat Streets Miami -Dade County. Please see below for a detailed description of
each potential enhancement for inclusion. Please select all that apply.
Growing Green Bus Stops
Neat Streets Miami -Dade County's Growing Green Bus Stop initiative encourages the installation
of shade trees at unshaded bus or transit stops throughout Miami -Dade County in order to mitigate
the urban heat island effect and enhance the transit experience.
For information on Planting Trees at Bus Stops, click here.
Will your project include a Growing Green Bus Stop? *
Yes v
Provide the location(s) of each bus or transit stop and the number of trees that will be planted
(specify the species for each). *
Ali Baba Avenue
Opa-Locka Boulevard
Exact location included in tree planting map
e.g. Bus stop, SW 184th Street and 41st Avenue,1 live oak, 1 green buttonwood
Attach a before photo of each bus and/or transit stop being shaded.
Attach individual files showing each bus stop.
Growing Green Playgrounds
Neat Streets Miami -Dade County's Growing Green Playgrounds initiative addresses the wellbeing
of children and youth in Miami -Dade County by ensuring their safety through the planting of shade
trees at playgrounds (with or without canopy structures) to help decrease dangerously high
surface temperatures.
Will your project include a Growing Green Playground? *
No
v
Gateways/Corridors/Connections to Schools and/or Parks
• Gateways, both vehicular and pedestrian, identify entrance points into the County and key
destinations within the County. They are intended to enhance travelers' experience as they
enter Miami -Dade County from the surrounding areas by offering scenic views and
appealing architectural elements. Gateways into retail areas, public greenways, and park
systems may also take advantage of scenic views and incorporate local artwork and
vegetation to provide texture and interest. Successful Gateways use landscape,
architecture, other materials, and views to cultivate a sense of identify and an atmosphere
of welcome.
• Corridors are the major physical routes that channel vehicular, pedestrian and boat traffic
into and within Miami -Dade County, lining cities and neighborhoods to each other and to the
surrounding region. The views and general experience of those traversing the County's
Corridors define, to a great extent, the overall image of the County, consequently effecting
residents' quality of life, the tourist experience, the economic development climate and
other important factors.
• Creating safe and equitable access to parks and schools through infrastructure
improvements, such as the installation of trees, encourages walking and bicycling.
Will your project include shading a Gateway, Corridor, and/or Connection to School and/or Park? *
Provide the location(s) of each Gateway shaded. What is the Gateway an entrance to? What is the
number of trees that will be planted (specify the species for each). *
Entrance to the City of Opa-Iocka
Ali Baba Avenue and State Rd
Opa-Iocka Boulevard and NW 22nd Avenue
e.g. Gateway is an entrance to the City of X, 20 live oak and 20 green buttonwoods
Attach a before photo of each Gateway being shaded. *
Attach individual files showing each Gateway.
Provide the location(s) of each Corridor shaded. What route is the Corridor a link to? What is the
number of trees that will be planted (specify the species for each). *
Ali Baba Avenue and State Rd
Opa-Iocka Boulevard and NW 22nd Avenue
Exact location included in tree planting map
(Brya Ebenus (75) Largetromeia indica (75)
e.g. Corridor links retail mall to residential area,15 silver buttonwoods,18 pigeon plums
Attach a before photo of each Corridor being shaded. *
Attach individual files showing the corridor.
Provide the location(s) of the proposed planting, along with the name of the park/school the project
is connecting to. What is the number of trees that will be planted (specify the species for each). *
Schools 20 Trees
-10 Trees (Brya Ebenus (5) Largetromeia indica (5)
Robert Ingram Elementary 600 Ahmad St, Opa-Iocka, FL 33054
-10 Trees (Brya Ebenus (5) Largetromeia indica (5)
Nathan Young Elementary
14120 NW 24th Ave, Opa-Iocka, FL 33054
Parks 20 Trees
-10 Trees (Brya Ebenus (5) Largetromeia indica (5)
Sherbondy Village Community Center
215 Perviz Avenue Opa-Iocka, FL
-6 Trees (Brya Ebenus (3) Largetromeia indica (3)
Helen L.Miller Center, Northwest 143rd Street, Opa-Iocka, FL
4 Trees (Brya Ebenus (2) Largetromeia indica (2)
Ingram Park, Burlington Street, Opa-Iocka, FL
e.g. NW 145th Terrace at SW 12th Street, leading to XXXX Elementary School, 12 gumbo limbos and 12 live oaks
Attach before photos of each Connection to a Park and/or School. *
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Attach individual files showing each
Park/School connection.
School/Park/Library/Public Housing/Other Planting Sites
The 2023 GREEN Miami -Dade County Matching Grant cycle encourages planting locations on
public land, including streets, schools, parks, libraries, public housing sites, and other eligible
locations. Planting trees in these locations aims to increase canopy and bring multiple benefits
and enhancements to our community.
Will your project include planting at a school, park, library, public housing site, or other eligible
public property? *
Yes
v
Provide the name and address of the public land location(s). What is the number of trees that will be
planted (specify the species for each). *
Parks 20 Trees
-10 Trees (Brya Ebenus (5) Largetromeia indica
Sherbondy Village Community Center
215 Perviz Avenue Opa-locka, FL
e.g. Miami Elementary School, 123 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL 33128:12 live oaks and 7 gumbo limbos
Attach before photos of the public land planting sites to be enhanced. *
;lpload Files
Attach individual files showing each affected
area.
Natural Disaster Recovery
Natural disaster recovery includes tree replacement/planting of areas ravaged by hurricanes or
other natural disasters, to help rebuild communities and improve resiliency physically, as green
infrastructure.
Will your project include tree replacement in an area affected by a natural disaster? *
No
Please attach before photos of any project planting sites not covered in the Enhancements above.
Project Location
LANDSCAPE REQUIREMENTS
All trees must be canopy natives or Florida -friendly trees. For the purpose of this grant, palms are
not considered canopy, and as such are not eligible for grant reimbursement or match for these
projects. All trees must be planted on public land within Miami -Dade County in adherence to
Miami -Dade County's Landscape Ordinance (Chapter 18-A and Chapter 18-B).
• Trees shall have a minimum overall height of 12 -feet and 2 -inch caliper at time of installation.
• When installed in roadways, trees shall have a maximum average spacing of 35 -feet on
center and be placed within 7 -feet of the edge of the roadway pavement and/or where
present, within 7 -feet of the sidewalk.
• Trees shall be installed in a way that complies with site triangle regulations and should not
be planted within no planting zones.
• If trees are proposed under overhead power lines, they shall have a minimum overall height
of eight (8) feet and a minimum caliper of one-half (1.5) inch at the time of planting. The
maximum average spacing in this case shall be 25 -feet.
• All trees shall have and shall be maintained with a trunk clearance of four (4) feet (no multi -
trunk).
• All trees must conform to the standards for a Florida No.1 or better, as provided in the most
current edition of the "Florida Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants."
Location(s) of Planting *
Ali Baba Avenue
Opa-locka Boulevard
NW 141st Street
NW 143rd Street
Codaddad Street
Location with cross streets, e.g. NW 17th Avenue, between 104th Street and 110th Street; e.g. Local Miami Park, 111 NW 1st Street
Will any of the trees proposed in this project be planted underneath power lines? *
No
Will any of the trees proposed in this project be planted in a high -flood risk FEMA Flood Zone *
1
No
Miami -Dade County Commission District (project location) *
1
To locate the project's Miami -Dade County Commission District, please click here.
County or Local Road? *
Local Road v
Project must be located
on either a local or
county right-of-way.
Please note, permits
may be required
depending an location of
the planting.
Interested applicants planting outside of their jurisdiction should notify Neat Streets Miami -Dade
County at Nikki.Anderson(hmiamidade.gov about their intent on planting in specified jurisdictions
to avoid conflicting projects.
If planting in an area outside the applicant's jurisdiction, applicants must have permission from the
governing jurisdiction of the project location at the time the application is submitted. If a permit is
required to plant at that location, applicants must disclose that requirement in their grant
application and are required to secure said permits within the grant project period prior to planting,
if awarded.
Please state the local jurisdiction *
City of Opalocka
Description of Trees
Proposed number of trees to be installed *
190
All trees must be canopy native or Florida -friendly trees. Palms are not considered canopy. Please
adhere to FPL's Right Tree, Right Place under power lines. In an effort to maximize grant dollars
and long-term survivability of trees, please keep tree heights at 12ft to 14ft, and under powerlines,
8ft to 12ft, as appropriate.
For general information, along with recommended street tree species, please review the Miami -
Dade County Street Tree Master Plan.
Please limit the planting of trees that have proven fragile during storms such as glaucous cassia
(Senna surattensis), jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia), yellow tabebuia (Tabebuia caraiba), and
non-native ficus species.
Please provide a breakdown of the number of each species (scientific and common name) and size
of trees (height 6 DBH/caliper) to be installed *
190 Trees
-Brya Ebenus Jamaica Rain 12' (95) DBH= 3.0"
-Largetromeia indica (White Crape Myrtle 12' (95)
DBH= 3.5"
e.g. Quercus virginiana/live oak; 12 ft.; 2 inches -10 trees
Planting Plan
For instructions on how to create a Planting Plan in Google Live Maps, please click here. Please
note, if you are planning on planting more than 10 species as a part of this project, you will need to
submit two (or more) Google Live Maps / Planting Plans, as there is a 10 -layer limit per map.
Submit Planting Plan / Google Live Map Link(s) *
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?
mid=140V15VrrI8PXNWcpFYuetmjgCuc2IXg&usp=sh
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Existing Tree Canopy and Income Level
Dependent on the scope of your project, existing tree canopy can be determined at different levels
(municipal or zip code). Match requirements are determined by canopy at the municipal level.
Please select one below. *
Municipal
Based on the level you selected above, please provide the target area's existing tree canopy. *
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For information regarding existing tree canopy, please click here. If you have any questions, please
contact Nikki Anderson at Nikki.Anderson@miamidade.gov.
Is the project area low -to -moderate income? *
Yes
For information regarding income level, please click here. If you have any questions, please contact
Nikki Anderson at Nikki.AndersonOmiamidade.gov.
Project Outreach and Maintenance Plans
Community Engagement Plan *
- Tree giveaway funded through the City CRA and
Community Development Dept. with the support of
Parks
- City monthly e-mail newsletter
- City social media outlets.
-Installation Signs and Announcements
- Commission presentation
- Project -end press release.
How are you communicating to residents and nearby landowners about your efforts and the benefits of the tree planting
project? Who are your partners? In addition to the required press release, please describe your outreach methods (e.g. door
hangers, pamphlets, newsletter, etc). Do you have a social media plan? Will there be ongoing public involvement?
Maintenance Plan *
• For the next 6 months every other week with
10-15 gallons of water.
• For the remainder of the first year, water every
other week with 10-15 gallons in absence of
soaking rain.
For years 3 to 5, water at least once every two
months with 20-30 gallons of water. Occasional
deep wearing, especially during times of severe
drought.
Please describe your short-term (1 -year) and long-term (5 -year) plan for tree maintenance. How will you maintain the trees
after installation to ensure survival? Does your organization have money budgeted for landscape and tree maintenance? If so,
how much will be set aside for the trees in this project?
Does the your municipality/agency/organization agree to staking (for 1 year) and watering (for 3
months) the trees planted as a part of this project?
Yes
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Interlocal Agreement for Tree Planting Reporting
Every Applicant is encouraged to enter into an Interlocal Agreement on the Periodic Reporting
of Tree Planting with Miami -Dade County.
Has your municipalitylagency/organization submitted an Interlocal Agreement with Miami -Dade
County to report tree planting? *
No
Please enter the anticipated date that your organization will enter into the Agreement.
10-28-2022
Date
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Timeline
We anticipate award notifications will be made in November 2022, with a planting deadline of April
30, 2023, and a final report due date of May 31, 2023. Please confirm below that your organization
can accomplish the proposed planting within these parameters.
Yes
Budget
MATCH REQUIREMENT
Applicants with projects located in municipalities with less than 10°/o existing urban tree canopy
(UTC) will be responsible for 25°/0 of total project costs; applicants with project locations with
greater than 10°/o existing urban tree canopy will be responsible for 500/0 of total project costs. The
GREEN Miami -Dade County Matching Grant provides either a 750/0 or a 50°/0 match contribution to
the Applicant not to exceed the maximum grant amount for the current cycle ($100,000).
• Example #1, for a $10,000 project in a low canopy (less than 10°/o) municipality, the GREEN
Miami -Dade County Matching Grant would provide the Applicant with $7,500, and the
Applicant would be required to provide a match of $2,500.
• Example #2, for a $10,000 project in an area with more than 10°/o existing UTC, the GREEN
Miami -Dade County Matching Grant would provide the Applicant with $5,000, and the
Applicant would be required to provide a match of $5,000.
Acceptable match includes in -kind services (capped at 10°/o for indirect costs, dependent on
expense) and cash, which can include funds received through another grant. All match dollars and
in -kind services must be expended post -award.
Eligible expenses for grant and matching funds include:
• Procurement of trees
• Installation of trees
• Maintenance of trees
• Supply costs
• Preparation of the planting site
• Permit fees
Eligible expenses for matching funds (no cap) include:
• Salary and fringe benefits for employees executing direct, project -related costs:
o Preparation of planting site
o Installation of trees
o Maintenance of trees
Eligible expenses for matching funds (not to exceed 10°/o of the total award amount) include:
• Community outreach materials
• In -kind services of salary and fringe benefits for employees executing:
o Grant management
o Creation, collection, and/or disbursement of educational information and community
outreach materials
Volunteer hours and value of donated materials are not eligible for reimbursement and will not be
accepted as match.
Funds allocated to projects by the GREEN Miami -Dade County Matching Grant come from
mitigation funds collected by the Division of Environmental Resources Management, i.e. the Tree
Trust Fund, and as such are encumbered for the planting of trees on public property. These funds
shall not be used to satisfy tree mitigation per permitting or enforcement
requirements. Additionally, GREEN Miami -Dade County Matching Grant funds cannot be used to
remove stunted trees.
Amount of Grant Funds Requested in $ *
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100000
Amount of Matched Funds in $ *
25000
Total Project Budget *
1250000
Budget must equal Grant Funds + Match Funds
Click here for Budget and Staff Hour Estimate Templates. Please be sure to use the correct
template based on the existing urban tree canopy at your proposed project location. If you have
any questions about which match requirement applies to your project, please contact Nikki
Anderson at Nikki.Anderson(almiamidade.gov.
Detailed Budget *