| ITEM #: 7. DATE: 03/25/2024 AI #:1942 |
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CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
| SUBJECT: | 2024 GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY REVENUE SHARING GRANT PROPOSAL |
| STAFF PRESENTER(S): | Christina Panaitescu, Community Partnerships Program Manager |
SUMMARY
The Gila River Indian Community is seeking requests for funding proposals for their 2024 State Shared Revenue grant program. Proposals must address one or more of the following priority areas: economic development, education, healthcare, public safety, or transportation. Responses are due no later than April 1, 2024.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
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RECOMMENDATION
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2024-2395 AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A PUBLIC SAFETY APPLICATION FOR STATE SHARED REVENUE GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS TO THE GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS RELATING TO SAID APPLICATION, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT (IF GRANT FUNDS ARE AWARDED), AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE THE REQUIRED BUDGET TRANSFER (IF GRANT FUNDS ARE AWARDED). (Christina Panaitescu, Community Partnerships Program Manager)
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact at this time and there is no City match requirement for this grant. If awarded, a future budget amendment will be necessary to accommodate the expenditures.
BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS
In 2002, Arizona eligible voters approved Proposition 202, which implemented a new requirement that Tribal/State Gaming Compacts must include a provision that the compacting tribe would contribute a portion of its annual net gaming revenues (the "Annual Contribution") for the benefit of the general public. Pursuant to Proposition 202, each tribe may determine the recipients of 12 percent of its total annual contribution (the "State Shared Revenue grant program").
The Gila River Indian Community has announced a request for proposals from local governments and non-profit organizations for the distribution of the fiscal year 2024 payments.
Responses are due via email no later than April 1, 2024. Notifications for funded applications will be in August 2024, with funds available by October 25, 2024.
The Gila River Indian Community has announced a request for proposals from local governments and non-profit organizations for the distribution of the fiscal year 2024 payments.
Responses are due via email no later than April 1, 2024. Notifications for funded applications will be in August 2024, with funds available by October 25, 2024.
STAFF ANALYSIS
The Gila River Indian Community offers grants ranging from $1,000 to $300,000.
While Goodyear funds essential public safety services for the residents of Mobile, Mobile Elementary School District lacks adequate perimeter fencing due to financial constraints.
To address the security issue, CORE Construction has offered in-kind design, estimating, and construction management services. A donation of block has been secured by CORE Construction. An estimated balance of $120,000 is needed to fund labor and remaining materials, such as fencing.
The school has a very small operating budget. Their unrestricted capital budget is insufficient for this project ($37,526 in FY23) and is needed for textbooks, supplies, repairs, etc.
It is proposed that the City of Goodyear apply for a grant from the Gila River Indian Community on behalf of the School District to assist with this important safety element. If awarded, the City will enter into an IGA with the Mobile Elementary School District authorizing the City to contract with CORE Construction for the full amount of the grant award to: Remove and dispose of existing chain link fencing and gates; install 6’-0” high, standard 9-gauge, chain link mesh fencing and gates and hardware, and a 6’-0” high, 8”x8”x16” masonry block wall along Highway 238. The requested funds will cover materials, labor, equipment, and associated costs necessary for the successful completion of the fence installation project. The fence will be the property of, and maintained by, the school district.
While Goodyear funds essential public safety services for the residents of Mobile, Mobile Elementary School District lacks adequate perimeter fencing due to financial constraints.
To address the security issue, CORE Construction has offered in-kind design, estimating, and construction management services. A donation of block has been secured by CORE Construction. An estimated balance of $120,000 is needed to fund labor and remaining materials, such as fencing.
The school has a very small operating budget. Their unrestricted capital budget is insufficient for this project ($37,526 in FY23) and is needed for textbooks, supplies, repairs, etc.
It is proposed that the City of Goodyear apply for a grant from the Gila River Indian Community on behalf of the School District to assist with this important safety element. If awarded, the City will enter into an IGA with the Mobile Elementary School District authorizing the City to contract with CORE Construction for the full amount of the grant award to: Remove and dispose of existing chain link fencing and gates; install 6’-0” high, standard 9-gauge, chain link mesh fencing and gates and hardware, and a 6’-0” high, 8”x8”x16” masonry block wall along Highway 238. The requested funds will cover materials, labor, equipment, and associated costs necessary for the successful completion of the fence installation project. The fence will be the property of, and maintained by, the school district.