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CC - CONSENT ITEM: Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit Applications for Measure A Grant Funding from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District.
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Meeting Date: October 14, 2024
Contact Person/Dept: Ted Stevens/PRCS Department
Phone Number: (310) 253-6682
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [] General Fund: Yes [] No [X]
Attachments: [X]
Public Notification: (Email) Meetings and Agendas - City Council (10/09/2024)
Department Approval: Ted Stevens, PRCS Director (09/23/2024)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing staff to submit applications for Measure A Grant funding from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District.
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION
The Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) is responsible for implementing and administering the Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks and Beaches Measure of 2016 (Measure A). These dedicated funds provide local funding for park, recreation, and open space projects and their maintenance through both formula-based allocations and competitive grants. Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) primarily utilize funds from the following two areas:
Annual Allocations: Community-Based Park Investment Program funds are allocated to Culver City using a Per Capita and Structural Improvements Formula. These funds are available on an annual basis for various projects such as greenspace development, urban canopy development, refurbishment, updating parks, and for projects that are focused on park safety, graffiti removal, and facility safety lighting.
Maintenance and Servicing Funds: These funds can be used to offset the increased and ongoing maintenance costs for projects that were funded with grants from RPOSD. Within Culver City, this includes the ongoing maintenance for the Culver City Se...
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