HomeMy Public PortalAboutResolution No. 24-061 - Resolution ratifying the Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program ApplicationJohn H. J: ylor Jr., Mayor
Sponsored by: City Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 24-061
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, RATIFYING A GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE
URBAN AND COMMUNITY FORESTRY GRANT PROGRAM;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the City of Opa-Locka's grant writing contractor has proposed that the
City of Opa-Locka ("City") apply for a grant, with a maximum award of Seventy -Five
Thousand Dollars ($75,000) under the Florida Urban and Community Forestry - Inflation
Reduction Act Grant; and
WHEREAS, if awarded, the grant would provide funding for the maintenance of
trees, primarily in the downtown area and City parks; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends the City Commission ratify the City's
submission of the grant application; and
WHEREAS, the City may receive up to Seventy -Five Thousand Dollars ($75,000) to
assist in the maintenance of City trees with no match requirement; 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 Urban and Community Forestry Grant
Program, attached hereto as Exhibit "A".
SECTION 3. 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 24th day of April, 2024.
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Resolution No. 24-061
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
nna Flores, City Clerk
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Burnadette Norris -Weeks, . A.
Moved by: Commissioner Bass
Seconded by: Vice Mayor Ervin
VOTE: 4-0
Commissioner Bass Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Williams Absent
Vice Mayor Ervin Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
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Adelina Gross
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City Manager
Short Title:
Ratification of Application For Florida Urban and Community Forestry Grant
Staff Summary:
Issue/Recommendation: The City had an opportunity to apply for a grant that would support maintenance
of City trees. Staff recommends the City Commission authorize submission of a grant application.
Current Activity: The City's grant writing service has proposed that the City apply for a grant (maximum
amount of $75,000) under the Florida Urban and Community Forestry - Inflation Reduction Act grant
opportunity. This will provide funding for the maintenance of trees, primarily in the downtown area and the
parks.
financial Impact: The City may receive up to $75,000 to assist in the maintenance of trees within the City.
Grant writing services will cost $2,500 and will be charged to the Non -Department, Professional Services
account (19-519312) which has $495,609 available. There is no match requirement.
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Proposed Action:
Staff recommends that the City Commission authorize the ratification of a grant application for the Florida
Urban and Community Forestry Grant program.
Attachment:
Agenda
Submitted Grant Application
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FUNDING
Public Funding • Governmental Advocacy • Economic Development
Florida's Urban and Community Forestry -Inflation Reduction Act
(UCFIRA) grant program
The primary purpose of the Urban and Community Forestry -Inflation Reduction Act grant
program is to promote better urban forest management and to provide resources
necessary for the retention and expansion of community tree canopy throughout the
State of Florida. Trees are a vital component of urban infrastructure, but trees must be
properly managed to maximize the benefits they provide to the community. By properly
managing their urban forest, communities can increase property values, tourism appeal,
and the physical and mental health of residents, while reducing storm water runoff,
energy consumption, and air and water pollution. Community forest management also
helps to identify public safety hazards to residents and structures and is a useful tool in
storm preparation. Local community leaders and the public should learn more about how
their urban trees benefit their community, from an economic, social, and environmental
standpoint. They also should learn about proper species selection, planting, and care for
trees to minimize future maintenance problems and how to utilize green infrastructure to
reduce storm water runoff.
Application Deadline: April 18, 2024
Contribution Match: 0%
Maximum Award: $75,000
FDACS, Florida Forest Service (FFS) is requesting proposals for grants to:
1. Conduct tree planting projects in neighborhoods identified as
disadvantaged by
the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST) found at
https://screeningtool.geoplatform.gov/.
2. Conduct maintenance operations for public trees in areas that are
identified as
disadvantaged by the Climate and Economic Justice Screening tool
(including, but not limited to, pruning to reduce hazards, removal of
hazardous trees, or improving site conditions to enhance tree longevity).
3. Eligible projects include those emphasizing urban wood utilization, urban
food forests, workforce development and extreme heat mitigation