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Agenda Report
File #:4918 Item No:9.
TO:ADAM PIRRIE, CITY MANAGER
FROM:JEREMY SWAN, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
DATE:NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Reviewed by:
City Manager:AP
SUBJECT:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF INDIVIDUAL GRANT APPLICATIONS TO
CALRECYCLE FOR ALL GRANT PROGRAMS FOR WHICH THE CITY OF CLAREMONT IS
ELIGIBLE (FUNDING SOURCE: SANITATION FUND)
SUMMARY
California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)administers various
grant programs which provide funding to jurisdictions for efforts to reduce,recycle,or reuse solid
waste.CalRecycle recently opened an application for an SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant to offset
eligible expenditures related to organic waste recycling.The City of Claremont is eligible to receive
an estimated $79,924 under this grant program.The grant application procedure requires,among
other things,a resolution from the applicant’s governing body providing authorization related to
CalRecycle grant administration.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CLAREMONT,CALIFORNIA,AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF INDIVIDUAL GRANT
APPLICATIONS TO CALRECYCLE FOR ALL GRANT PROGRAMS FOR WHICH THE CITY OF
CLAREMONT IS ELIGIBLE.
ALTERNATIVE TO RECOMMENDATION
In addition to the recommendation, there is the following alternative:
·Refer the item back to staff for additional information.
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FINANCIAL REVIEW
The City of Claremont is eligible to receive an estimated $79,924 in one-time funding to offset
expenditures related to SB 1383 implementation.The City of Claremont proposes to utilize this
funding to offset staffing costs associated with organic waste collection and hauling.It is anticipated
that grants will be awarded in March 2024.The City will have through April 1,2026 to expend the
funds.
The staff cost to prepare this report and administer this program is estimated at $1,600 and is
included in the operating budget of the Community Services Department.
ANALYSIS
CalRecycle is administering a Local Assistance Grant Program meant to aid in the implementation of
SB 1383 regulations.This non-competitive grant program will provide an estimated $79,924 to the
City of Claremont.Eligible uses include:organic waste collection,edible food recovery,education
and outreach,enforcement and inspection,program evaluation and gap analysis,procurement,
requirements, and recordkeeping.
The City proposes to utilize the funding to offset staffing costs related to organic waste collection and
hauling. An authorizing resolution of the City Council is required to apply for the grant funding.
RELATIONSHIP TO CITY PLANNING DOCUMENTS
Staff has evaluated the agenda item in relationship to the City’s strategic and visioning documents
and finds that it applies to the following City Planning Documents:Council Priorities,Sustainable City
Plan, Economic Sustainability Plan, General Plan, and the 2022-24 Budget.
CEQA REVIEW
This item is not subject to environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA).
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
The agenda and staff report for this item have been posted on the City website and distributed to
interested parties. If you desire a copy, please contact the City Clerk’s Office.
Submitted by:Prepared by:
Jeremy Swan Kristin Mikula
Community Services Director Community Services Manager
Attachment:
Resolution Authorizing Submittal
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF INDIVIDUAL GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR ALL
CALRECYCLE GRANT PROGRAMS FOR WHICH THE CITY OF CLAREMONT IS ELIGIBLE
WHEREAS, Public Resources Code sections 48000 et seq. authorize the Department
of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to administer various grant programs
(grants) in furtherance of the State of California’s (state) efforts to reduce, recycle and reuse
solid waste generated in the state thereby preserving landfill capacity and protecting public
health and safety and the environment; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this authority CalRecycle is required to establish
procedures governing the application, awarding, and management of the grants; and
WHEREAS, CalRecycle grant application procedures require, among other things, an
applicant’s governing body to declare by resolution certain authorizations related to the
administration of CalRecycle grants.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CLAREMONT CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY RESOLVE:
SECTION 1. The Claremont City Council authorizes the submittal of applications to
CalRecycle for all grant for which the City of Claremont is eligible; and
SECTION 2. The City Manager, or their designee, is hereby authorized and empowered
to execute in the name of the City of Claremont all grant documents, including but not limited to,
applications, agreements, amendments, and requests for payment, necessary to secure grant
funds and implement the approved grant project; and
SECTION 3. These authorizations are effective for five years from the date of adoption;
and
SECTION 4. The Mayor shall sign this Resolution and the City Clerk shall attest and certify
to the passage and adoption thereof.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 14th day of November, 2023.
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Mayor, City of Claremont
ATTEST:
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City Clerk, City of Claremont
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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City Attorney, City of Claremont