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Adoption of Resolution Authorizing Submittal of Application for All CalRecycle Grants for which the City is Eligible.
In accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this project is categorically exempt from further environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15308 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment). (Public Works 26241630)
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To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Jennifer Ott, City Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers programs (grants) in furtherance of the State of California's (State) efforts to reduce, recycle and reuse solid waste generated thereby preserving landfill capacity and protecting public health and safety and the environment. The 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. The City of Alameda's (City) previous resolution from 2016 is now expired and a new resolution is needed to preserve the City's ability to apply for and be awarded this grant funding.
BACKGROUND
CalRecycle administers programs (grants) in furtherance of the State efforts to reduce, recycle and reuse solid waste generated thereby preserving landfill capacity and protecting public health and safety and the environment. The CalRecycle grant application procedures require an applicant's governing body to declare by resolution certain authorizations related to the administration of CalRecycle grants.
The City is eligible for grant funds from CalRecycle and has historically been successful in applying for and administering these grant funds. A resolution is required every 5 years to be eligible for the continued application and award of the funds.
In 2016, City Council approved the most recent resolution authorizing submittal of all required grant documents...
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