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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 2b: Resolution 6824 & 6825: Windstorm Tree Replacement Grant Funds F Alt G�y1FORA, ' ' v4 f 14-0 Au1..f.I�YI STAFF REPORT Public Works Services Department DATE: May 1, 2012 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Tom Tait, Public Works Services Director? Prepared by: Carmen Masud, Management Analyst Cl� SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 6824 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR TREE PLANTING GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR FIFTH SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT EXCESS FUNDING FOR THE WINDSTORM TREE REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN PARKWAYS OF COMMERCIAL AREAS, PARKS, AND MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTAIL AREAS Recommendation: Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 6825 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR TREE PLANTING GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR FIFTH SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT EXCESS FUNDING FOR THE WINDSTORM TREE REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN PARKWAYS OF RESIDENTAIL AREAS Recommendation: Adopt SUMMARY On February 1, 2012, Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich announced the 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program. The Tree Planting Grant Program is a competitive grant for communities that suffered unprecedented tree loss as a result of the December 2011 windstorm. Eligible projects through this grant opportunity include projects to plant trees in parks, open spaces, and other public land including parkways in commercial and residential areas. In order to submit an application for this grant, the City Council must certify, by resolution, the approval of an application. Therefore, staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolutions No. 6824 and 6825 approving the applications for Tree Planting Grant funds from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for Fifth Supervisorial District Excess Funding for the windstorm tree replacement project in parkways of residential areas and - Page 1 of 3 Mayor and City Council May 1, 2012 for the windstorm tree replacement project in parkways of commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas. BACKGROUND On November 30, 2011, a severe windstorm caused widespread destruction throughout the City of Arcadia as it knocked down trees, utility poles, and power lines and lifted sidewalks. Due to the severity of the storm, the City of Arcadia declared a state of emergency. Staff estimated approximately $2.8 million in public cost due to the windstorm. This estimate includes staffing, contract services, and equipment necessary for the clean up process as well as follow up costs. The City sought financial assistance from the California Emergency Management Agency (Cal EMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Unfortunately, despite the tremendous loss to the City's tree inventory as well as infrastructure damages, relief funds have not been made available. The City of Arcadia is optimistic that this Tree Planting Grant Program will assist the City by providing funds to replace the trees which were lost due to the windstorm. DISCUSSION The Tree Panting Grant Program is a competitive grant for communities that suffered extraordinary tree loss as a result of the December 2011 windstorm. The maximum grant amount that an applicant can apply for per proposal is $100,000. This grant opportunity allows the City to submit more than one proposal. Eligible projects include capital improvement tree planting projects (projects to plant trees in parks, open space, and on other public land including parkways in commercial and residential areas). Due to the windstorm, the City of Arcadia lost approximately 500 trees. Of these 500 trees, approximately 70 posed a hazard to the public and were replaced immediately. Through this grant opportunity, the City hopes to be able to receive funds to replant the remaining trees. Based on the requirements of this grant, it is prudent to submit two proposals. One proposal will request funds to replant trees in parkways of residential areas and the other proposal will request funds to replant trees in parkways in commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas (See Grant Proposals Attached). The following indicates the amounts that will be requested: I. Windstorm Tree Replacement Project in Parkways of Residential Areas Total project cost $117,700.00 Cost to be requested through grant $100,000.00 Funds to be paid by City to complete the project $ 17,700.00 II. Windstorm Tree Replacement Project in Parkways of Commercial Areas, Parks, and Multi-Family Residential Areas Total Project Cost $86,600.00 Cost to be requested through grant $86,600.00 Page 2 of 3 Mayor and City Council May 1, 2012 Priority will be given for projects that demonstrate the greatest need to replace trees lost in the windstorm and for applicants that can provide matching funds, in kind donations, and volunteer participation. Although the City was not able to obtain in kind donations, the City has received letters of commitment from the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club at Arcadia High School to volunteer in this tree replacement project. Should the City of Arcadia receive Tree Planting Grant funds, the City will begin removing tree stumps and replacing trees that were lost by September 2012. All trees must be planted by December 13, 2014. CONCLUSION Staff has carefully reviewed the application requirements and put two projects together that are eligible for grant funding. Therefore, staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolutions No. 6824 and 6825 approving the applications for Tree Planting Grant funds from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for Fifth Supervisorial District Excess Funding for the windstorm tree replacement project in parkways of residential areas and for the windstorm tree replacement project in parkways of commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas. FISCAL IMPACT Both windstorm tree replacement projects (Grant I $117,700 and Grant II $86,600), are budgeted in the 2012-13 Capital Improvement Program. The funding source for these projects is through the December 2011 Windstorm Emergency Fund. However, should both grant applications be approved, the total project cost to the City will be $17,700. RECOMMENDATION 1. Adopt Resolution No. 6824 approving the application for Tree Planting Grant funds from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for Fifth Supervisorial District Excess Funding for the windstorm tree replacement project in parkways of commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 6825 approving the application for Tree Planting Grant funds from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for Fifth Supervisorial District Excess Funding for the windstorm tree replacement project in parkways of residential areas. Approved y: TT:CM Dominic Lazzaretto, y Manager Attachments Page 3 of 3 RESOLUTION NO. 6824 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR TREE PLANTING GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR FIFTH SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT EXCESS FUNDING FOR THE WINDSTORM TREE REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN PARKWAYS OF COMMERCIAL AREAS, PARKS, AND MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AREAS WHEREAS, the people of the County of Los Angeles on November 3, 1992, and on November 5, 1996, enacted Los Angeles County Proposition A, Safe Neighborhood Parks, Gang Prevention, Tree-Planting, Senior and Youth Recreation, Beach and Wildlife Protection (the "Propositions"), which among other uses, provides funds to public agencies and nonprofit organizations in the County for the purpose of acquiring and/or developing facilities and open space for public recreation; and WHEREAS, the Propositions also created the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (the "District") to administer said funds; and WHEREAS, the District has set forth the necessary procedures governing application for grant funds under the Propositions; and WHEREAS, the City of Arcadia (the "City") has prepared a proposed application for consideration by the City Council for funding for replacement of trees within parkways of commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas within the City which were destroyed by a windstorm in late 2011 (the "Project"); and WHEREAS, the District's procedures require the City to certify, by resolution, the approval of an application before submission of said application to the District; and WHEREAS, the proposed application contains assurances that the City must comply with; and 1 WHEREAS, upon approval of the application by the District, the City will enter into an agreement with the District to provide funds for the Project. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The City Council approves the filing of an application with the District for purposes of obtaining Fifth Supervisorial District Excess Funds for the Project. SECTION 2. The City Council certifies that the City understands the assurances set forth in the application and approves the filing of the application. SECTION 3. The City Council certifies that the City has, or will have, sufficient funds to operate and maintain the Project in perpetuity. SECTION 4. The City Council appoints the City's Public Works Services Director, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, and to execute and submit all documents including, but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments, payment requests and so forth, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project. SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution [SIGNATURES ON THE NEXT PAGE] 2 Passed, approved and adopted this day of , 2012, Mayor of the City of Arcadia ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Stephen P. Deitsch City Attorney 3 RESOLUTION NO. 6825 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR TREE PLANTING GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR FIFTH SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT EXCESS FUNDING FOR THE WINDSTORM TREE REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN PARKWAYS OF RESIDENTIAL AREAS WHEREAS, the people of the County of Los Angeles on November 3, 1992, and on November 5, 1996, enacted Los Angeles County Proposition A, Safe Neighborhood Parks, Gang Prevention, Tree-Planting, Senior and Youth Recreation, Beach and Wildlife Protection (the "Propositions"), which among other uses, provides funds to public agencies and nonprofit organizations in the County for the purpose of acquiring and/or developing facilities and open space for public recreation; and WHEREAS, the Propositions also created the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (the "District") to administer said funds; and WHEREAS, the District has set forth the necessary procedures governing application for grant funds under the Propositions; and WHEREAS, the City of Arcadia (the "City") has prepared a proposed application for consideration by the City Council for funding for replacement of trees within parkways of residential areas within the City which were destroyed by a windstorm in late 2011 (the "Project"); and WHEREAS, the District's procedures require the City to certify, by resolution, the approval of an application before submission of said application to the District; and WHEREAS, the proposed application contains assurances that the City must comply with; and 1 WHEREAS, upon approval of the application by the District, the City will enter into an agreement with the District to provide funds for the Project. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The City Council approves the filing of an application with the District for purposes of obtaining Fifth Supervisorial District Excess Funds for the Project. SECTION 2. The City Council certifies that the City understands the assurances set forth in the application and approves the filing of the application. SECTION 3. The City Council certifies that the City has, or will have, sufficient funds to operate and maintain the Project in perpetuity. SECTION 4. The City Council appoints the City's Public Works Services Director, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, and to execute and submit all documents including, but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments, payment requests and so forth, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project. SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution [SIGNATURES ON THE NEXT PAGE] 2 Passed, approved and adopted this day of , 2012. ATTEST: Mayor of the City of Arcadia City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Stephen P. Deitsch City Attorney 3 ANEW SUPERVISOR MICHAEL D. ANTONOVICH 2012 COMPETITIVE TREE PLANTING GRANT PROGRAM LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT GRANT PROPOSAL FORM PROPOSAL FOR WINDSTORM TREE REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN PARKWAYS OF COMMERCIAL AREAS,PARKS, AND MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AREAS SUPERVISOR MICHAEL D. ANTONOVICH 2012 COMPETITIVE TREE PLANTING GRANT PROGRAM LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT GRANT PROPOSAL FORM I. APPLICANT A. Name of Agency/Organization: City of Arcadia B. Name and Title of Contact Person: Carmen Masud, Management Analyst C. Work Address: Street, City,Zip Code 11800 Goldring Road, P.O. Box 60021, Arcadia, CA 91066-6021 D. Telephone(incl. Area Code): (626) 256-6551 E. E-mail Address: cmasud@ci.arcadia.ca.us Resolution Approving the Application for the Tree Planting Grant Funds From the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for Fifth Supervisorial District Excess Funding is provided in Attachment A. II. PROJECT Name of Project: Windstorm Tree Replacement Project in Parkways of Commercial Areas, Parks, and Multi-Family Residential Areas. Parkways in Commercial areas throughout the City of Address (or location) of Project: Arcadia, Parks, and Multi-Family Residential areas. Description of the windstorm damages to be The severe windstorm that hit Arcadia on November addressed: 30, 2011 caused widespread destruction throughout the City as it knocked down trees, utility poles, and power lines. The City lost approximately 500 trees. Brief description of the physical improvements The City will replant 192 trees in parkways of included in this Project: commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas as part of this project. Planting map including location of proposed trees can be found in attachment B. This project includes the replanting of trees in parkways of commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas. All locations listed in this project are owned by the City of Arcadia. III. FINANCIAL A. Grant Amount Requested: $86,600.00 B. Estimate of Total Project Cost: $86,600.00 C. See Attachment B for detailed estimate of project costs including number, variety, and container size for all trees to be planted. D. See Attachment C for separate cost estimates and location maps for tree planting in parkways of commercial areas, tree planting in parks, and tree planting in multi-family residential areas. E. See Attachment D for description of the other funding sources, amount from each source, and any in kind donations or volunteer involvement in the project. F. Costs for site preparation and any post-planting maintenance costs are limited to twenty percent of the grant total. IV. TIMELINE 1. Assuming availability of this grant by September 1, 2012, please provide estimated dates for the following project milestones: a. Approximate project start date September 1, 2012 b. Estimated completion date for planting of all trees. (Must be before December 31, 2014.) November 1, 2014 c. Estimated completion date for maintenance November 1, 2016 period. V. NARRATIVE See Attachment E for concise description of the scope of the project, of the importance or value of this project, how the project will be maintained, and any sources of additional funds, in kind donations, and volunteer efforts. VI. EMPLOYMENT OF AT-RISK YOUTH Identify how these grant funds will be used, to the maximum extent feasible, to employ at-risk youth in performance of the proposed project. The applicant will be required, at a minimum, to employ the number of youth for the number of hours described in the application. Applicants are encouraged to partner on projects with local conservation corps and other entities that provide youth workers. (See Attachment F) The City of Arcadia understands that Grants awarded pursuant to this competitive grant program will be administered pursuant to the Open Space District's Procedural Guide for the Specified Project, the Per Parcel Discretionary, and the Excess Funds Grant Programs. THIS PROPOSAL FORM AND ATTACHMENTS MUST BE DELIVERED TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT OFFICE AT 510 S. VERMONT AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90020, BEFORE THE DEADLINE OR THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. ATTACHMENT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR THE TREE PLANTING GRANT FUNDS RESOLUTION TO BE SIGNED BY CITY COUNCIL ATTACHMENT B DETAILED ESTIMATE OF PROJECT COST INCLUDING NUMBER, VARIETY, AND CONTAINER SIZE FOR ALL TREES TO BE PLANTED gp.T, City of Arcadia 10,1P P6 ! 1 Public Works Services Department talks r-,* \'13% 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program Parkways of Commercial Areas, Parks, Multi-Family Residential Container Tree Replacement Site Preparation Tree Type Quantity Subtotal Size Cost Cost Austrailan Willow 4 24"Box 1,200 479 1,679 Camphor 11 24"Box 3,300 1,318 4,618 Canary Island Pine 4 24"Box 1,200 479 1,679 Chinese Pistache 2 24"Box 600 240 840 Chinese Fringe Tree 4 24"Box 1,200 479 1,679 Crape Myrtle 11 24"Box 3,300 1,318 4,618 Crape Myrtle 10 36"Box 9,000 1,198 10,198 Dancer Pear 3 24"Box 900 359 1,259 Deodar Cedar 55 24"Box 16,500 6,589 23,089 Evergreen Pear 11 24"Box 3,300 1,318 4,618 Fern Pine 2 24"Box 600 240 840 Ginkgo 13 24"Box 3,900 1,557 5,457 Ginkgo Biloba 10 24"Box 3,000 1,198 4,198 Holly Oak 25 24"Box 7,500 2,995 10,495 London Plane 10 24"Box 3,000 1,198 4,198 Magnolia 1 24"Box 300 120 420 Magnolia Grandiflora 2 24"Box 600 240 840 Magnolia'Samuel Sommer' 1 24"Box 300 120 420 Pink Tabebuia 7 24"Box 2,100 839 2,939 Queen Palm 6 24"Box 1,800 719 2,519 Totals 192 $ 63,600 $ 23,000 $ 86,600 ‘,/`-',' ---"±- *'\ � ___, ,, } • ,74414pr.• i „ .,_1,,,T,, ,, P;.' .,L !.oFAR6 i =Z IA � .,a ,,,„ c '' DECEMBER WINDSTORM 2011 .tai W N� DAMAGE ASSESSMENT& RECOVERY lal OPERA TIONS E, �O , ° COMMERCIAL, PARKS, AND co MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AREAS l ®(�qo °a 4 , 111114V - ). ilrosu` 111P1 kiirj1011,11111r, 10, . ,,,,,,,,,,,,, _.,,_ 3 _ pc=311.11.1 . tc:-_-_q_lk., 1 1- T. - iliii"----'ffirala""-' -)PC: 1 .- -,iiRt '..,_ 741fiti-T firlitmETicuolm_ RH_ _g_ ,I,.. 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I' ME i li i 1 FrE, . ii , ,i1--- iih ..:: ' .1 ,7,,,,g[ii El 4 i 17 r , wis FQ „, ..,, jpirnim {A� ,. o 'i; .- —1-11inc-- 1 -„az,v,,, ... --..' ii_ ,i1sLio- - mkt ,-,L-1-.4...---HTIRci - Y: L i T r 3 G:t r� _� Ain rum \fig I .. ,1 , ir- a , 4410/%1440 1 ts s a d ATTACHMENT C SEPARATE COST ESTIMATES (Trees to be planted in parkways of commercial areas) (Trees to be planted in parks) (Trees to be planted in multi-family residential areas) ;` .,,L„`,,�., City of Arcadia i "i'"! k Public Works Services Department iiiiiiiim —4 +it!, 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program Commercial Areas Tree Type Quantity Container Tree Replacement Site Preparation Size Cost Cost Subtotal Austrailan Willow 1 24"Box 300 108 408 Camphor 7 24"Box 2,100 759 2,859 Chinese Pistache 1 24"Box 300 108 408 Chinese Fringe Tree 4 24"Box 1,200 434 1,634 Crape Myrtle 10 36"Box 9,000 1,084 10,084 Dancer Pear 1 24"Box 300 108 408 Deodar Cedar 19 24"Box 5,700 2,060 7,760 Evergreen Pear 8 24"Box 2,400 867 3,267 Ginkgo 5 24"Box 1,500 542 2,042 Ginkgo Biloba 3 24"Box 900 325 1,225 Holly Oak 22 24"Box 6,600 2,385 8,985 London Plane 5 24"Box 1,500 542 2,042 Magnolia 1 24"Box 300 108 408 Magnolia'Samuel Sommer' 1 24"Box 300 108 408 Pink Tabebuia 3 24"Box 900 325 1,225 Queen Palm 4 24"Box 1,200 434 1,634 Totals 95 $ 34,500 $ 10,300 $ 44,800 A 4 t.tGOI.v,� Pp,p,P f .. /: ' Aucu�Posr�NJ, ) ' ' °a, o�;iY iNr Q�� �4aity of N� \DECEMBER WINDSTORM 2011 ` 11111 DAMAGE ASSESSMENT & t �` RECOVERY OPERATIONS 4; kal p' COMMERCIAL AREAS +�Lfi'® 1 ,, , .=slim -.1 '` D . 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J MIME r f'.. ® 0 a ..©O\ L., i -� + LI _3 1 01.11 I E' '*,l ` o `1 ---- !,"-"1..rte?: +i 1 il _ a'77.117 z1 : s !` 1 ATTACHMENT D DESCRIPTION OF OTHER FUNDING SOURCES, AMOUNT FROM EACH SOURCE, AND ANY IN KIND DONATIONS OR VOLUNTEER INVOLVEMENT IN THE PROJECT 4�FF R^'.4`�d V~ 111- IIII City of Arcadia . :�: _ * Public Works Services Department lia leeer.r.ad A¢ryft S.If�3 �,o`o j 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program m 'unity Ott t The Windstorm Tree Replacement Project in Parkways of Commercial Areas, Parks, and Multi-Family Residential areas in the City of Arcadia will replace 192 trees in parkways of commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas throughout the City. The total estimated cost for this project is $86,600. Furthermore, the City estimates that the cost to maintain the trees during the maintenance period will be $20,000. The City is requesting $86,600 through this grant opportunity. Total cost for Trees $63,600.00 Cost for Site Preparation $23,000.00 Maintenance Cost $20,000.00 Total Grant Funds requested $86,600.00 Although the City of Arcadia has not received in kind donations for this tree replacement project, the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club at Arcadia High School have expressed interest in volunteering in this tree replacement project. The City plans to utilize grant funds to obtain a contractor who will work on the more technical aspects of planning, site preparation, excavation, and replanting of the trees and will utilize the volunteers from the two groups at Arcadia High School to assist in support of these activities. Attached are the letters from the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club indicating their commitment to volunteer in this tree replacement project. March 7, 2012 City of Arcadia Public Works Services Department Attn: Carmen Masud 11800 Goldring Road P.O. Box 60021 Arcadia, CA 91066-6021 SUBJECT- Tree Planting Project Volunteering Opportunity Dear Carmen Masud: The AP Environmental Science class is a class I teach at Arcadia High School. As part of this class my students are required to do environmental service in the community. It has recently come to my attention that the City is currently working on obtaining a tree planting grant to plant trees that were lost in the December Windstorm. This letter indicates our interest and willingness to volunteer in the City of Arcadia's tree planting project to help my students give back to their community and meet the community service requirement. We would like to undertake this volunteering opportunity to help our community by replanting trees that we lost and which are vital to our environment. We understand that if the City is awarded the tree planting grant, we will be able to start volunteering in this project sometime in the fall of 2012. We look forwards to working with the City and serving our community. Sincerely, Joan Stevens March 7, 2012 City of Arcadia Public Works Services Department Attn: Carmen Masud 11800 Gold ring Road P.O. Box 60021 Arcadia, CA 91066-6021 SUBJECT- Tree Planting Project Volunteering Opportunity Dear Carmen Masud: The Campus Environmentalist Club is a club at Arcadia High School which dedicates its effort to beautifying and maintaining the school campus. The Campus Environmentalist Club understands that the City is currently working on obtaining a tree planting grant to plant trees that were lost in the December Windstorm. This letter indicates our interest and willingness to volunteer in the City of Arcadia's tree planting project. We would like to undertake this volunteering opportunity to help our community by replanting trees that we lost and which are vital to our environment. We understand that if the City is awarded the tree planting grant, we will be able to start volunteering in this project sometime in the fall of 2012. We look forwards to working with the City and serving our community. Sincerely, Mylinh Crew Club Advisor ATTACHMENT E NARRATIVE of ARC, ill! City of Arcadia lig "°" ''"°' Public Works Services Department ›8i„aity oc/'°� 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program On November 30, 2011, a severe windstorm caused widespread destruction throughout the City of Arcadia as it knocked down trees, utility poles, and power lines. Due to the severity of the storm, the City of Arcadia declared a state of emergency. Staff estimated approximately $2.8 million in public cost due to the windstorm. This estimate includes staffing, contract services, and equipment necessary for the clean up process as well as the follow up costs that consists of tree replacement, sidewalk repairs, traffic signals, street lights, and other public properties damaged by the windstorm. The City sought financial assistance from the California Emergency Management Agency (Cal EMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Unfortunately, despite the tremendous loss to the City's tree inventory as well as other infrastructure, relief funds have not been made available. The City of Arcadia is optimistic that this Tree Planting Grant Program will assist the City by providing funds to replace the trees which were lost due to the windstorm. The City of Arcadia is located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Valley and is a mature, predominately residential community. There are approximately 56,800 residents occupying 11.2 square miles. The City's tree population is extremely diverse consisting of over 50 different species. Each year since 1993, the City of Arcadia has been designated as a Tree City USA. Losing so many trees during the windstorm was very disheartening as trees have always been an integral part of the community. Therefore, receiving funds through this Tree Planting Grant Program is of extreme importance to the City. Should the City of Arcadia receive funding through this opportunity, the City will advertise the tree replacement project for trees in parkways of commercial areas, parks, and multi-family residential areas and obtain a contract to have the trees planted. Through this project, ninety five (95) trees in parkways of commercial areas, seventeen (17) trees in parks and eighty (80) trees in multi-family residential areas will be planted in locations where the City lost trees. Based on the City's Urban Forest Master Plan, the City was able to determine which type of tree needs to be replaced. The total estimated cost to replace trees in parkways of commercial areas, parks, and multi- family residential areas is $63,600. The estimated cost for site preparation for this project is $23,000. Furthermore, the City estimates that it will cost $20,000 to maintain the trees during the maintenance period. The City is asking for $86,600 through this grant proposal. The project proposed under this grant application will involve the replacement of trees by outside contracted services as well as through the assistance of volunteers and City Crews. The City received interest from two groups from Arcadia High School who would like to volunteer in this project. The A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club submitted letters of commitment to volunteer in this tree replacement project. The City will utilize the contractor to work on the more technical aspects of planning, site preparation, excavation, and replanting of the trees and will utilize the volunteers to assist in support of these activities. Once trees have been replanted, the City will utilize the Street Maintenance Division, to handle the day-to-day care and maintenance of trees which were planted. In addition, the City budgets annually for tree maintenance services. City trees within the public right of way and parks make up the City's urban forest which provides social, economic, and environmental value to the community through its beauty and natural function. Trees have long been recognized to have a significant impact on the property value of homes and businesses within the City. The City values trees and believes that trees improve air quality, save energy by providing shade in the summer months, and serve as a windbreak during the winter. Furthermore, trees reduce noise pollution, improve personal health, and provide natural habitat for numerous species of birds, mammals, insects, plants, and a variety of other wildlife. The City of Arcadia is encouraged by the opportunity that this grant provides in being able to partner with the County of Los Angeles in a very tangible and meaningful way through the restoration of one of the City's most valued assets, its trees. We are very thankful for the Tree Planting Grant Program opportunity and hope that we will be considered for this grant. ATTACHMENT F EMPLOYMENT OF AT-RISK YOUTH 4 vivo b il‘-' ‘11 ir City of Arcadia co\ �`� Public Works Services Department �myAity of.0.� 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program Although the City of Arcadia will not employ at risk youth to replant trees in the community, the City is currently working with students from the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club at Arcadia High Scholl in this project. Once the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club at Arcadia High Scholl became aware of the City's efforts in obtaining this grant and starting this tree planting project, they expressed interest in volunteering in this project. The City plans to utilize grant funds to obtain a contractor who will work on the more technical aspects of planning, site preparation, excavation, and replanting of the trees and will utilize the volunteers from the two groups at Arcadia High School to assist in support of these activities. Their letters indicating their commitment to volunteer in this tree replacement project can be found in Attachment D. SUPERVISOR MICHAEL D. ANTONOVICH 2012 COMPETITIVE TREE PLANTING GRANT PROGRAM LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT GRANT PROPOSAL FORM PROPOSAL FOR WINDSTORM TREE REPLACEMENT PROJECT IN PARKWAYS OF RESIDENTIAL AREAS SUPERVISOR MICHAEL D. ANTONOVICH 2012 COMPETITIVE TREE PLANTING GRANT PROGRAM LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT GRANT PROPOSAL FORM I. APPLICANT A. Name of Agency/Organization: City of Arcadia B. Name and Title of Contact Person: Carmen Masud, Management Analyst 11800 Goldring Road, P.O. Box 60021, Arcadia, CA C. Work Address: Street, City, Zip Code 91066-6021 D. Telephone(incl. Area Code): (626)256-6551 E. E-mail Address: cmasud @ci.arcadia.ca.us Resolution Approving the Application for the Tree Planting Grant Funds From the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for Fifth Supervisorial District Excess Funding is provided in Attachment A. II. PROJECT Name of Project: Windstorm Tree Replacement Project in Parkways of Residential Areas. Address (or location) of Project: Parkways in residential areas throughout the City of Arcadia. Description of the windstorm damages to be The severe windstorm that hit Arcadia on November addressed: 30, 2011 caused widespread destruction throughout the City as it knocked down trees, utility poles, and power lines. The City lost approximately 500 trees. Brief description of the physical improvements The City will replant 241 trees in parkways of included in this Project: residential areas as part of this project. Planting map including locations of proposed trees can be found in Attachment B. This project includes the planting of trees in parkways of residential areas. The residential parkways listed in this project are owned by the City of Arcadia. III. FINANCIAL A. Grant Amount Requested: $100,000.00 B. Estimate of Total Project Cost: $117,700.00 C. See Attachment B for detailed estimate of project costs including number, variety, and container size for all trees to be planted. D. A separate cost estimate and location map must be prepared for tree planting in parkways. One grant application may request funding for trees in parks or open space and for parkway tree planting but separate cost estimates must be submitted. (This proposal is for trees in parkways of residential areas only,see Attachment B). E. See Attachment C for description of the other funding sources, amount from each source, and any in kind donations or volunteer involvement in the project. F. Costs for site preparation and any post-planting maintenance costs are limited to twenty percent of the grant total. IV. TIMELINE 1. Assuming availability of this grant by September 1, 2012, please provide estimated dates for the following project milestones: a. Approximate project start date September 1, 2012 b. Estimated completion date for planting of all trees. (Must be before December 31, 2014.) November 1, 2014 c. Estimated completion date for maintenance November 1, 2016 period. V. NARRATIVE See Attachment D for concise description of the scope of the project, of the importance or value of this project, how the project will be maintained and any sources of additional funds, in kind donations and volunteer efforts. VI. EMPLOYMENT OF AT-RISK YOUTH Identify how these grant funds will be used, to the maximum extent feasible, to employ at-risk youth in performance of the proposed project. The applicant will be required, at a minimum, to employ the number of youth for the number of hours described in the application. Applicants are encouraged to partner on projects with local conservation corps and other entities that provide youth workers. (See Attachment E) The City of Arcadia understands that Grants awarded pursuant to this competitive grant program will be administered pursuant to the Open Space District's Procedural Guide for the Specified Project, the Per Parcel Discretionary, and the Excess Funds Grant Programs. THIS PROPOSAL FORM AND ATTACHMENTS MUST BE DELIVERED TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT OFFICE AT 510 S. VERMONT AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90020, BEFORE THE DEADLINE OR THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. ATTACHMENT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR THE TREE PLANTING GRANT FUNDS RESOLUTION TO BE SIGNED BY CITY COUNCIL ATTACHMENT B DETAILED ESTIMATE OF PROJECT COST INCLUDING NUMBER, VARIETY, AND CONTAINER SIZE FOR ALL TREES TO BE PLANTED AND MAP •��o.N4., City of Arcadia a Public Works Services Department '''''',Z;,;-4%° 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program Residential Areas Tree Type Quantity Container Tree Replacement Site Preparation Size Cost Cost Subtotal Aristocrat Pear 4 24"Box 1,200 754 $ 1,954 Austrailan Willow 5 24"Box 1,500 942 $ 2,442 Bishopwood 4 24"Box 1,200 754 $ 1,954 Camphor 16 24"Box 4,800 3,014 $ 7,814 Canary Island Pine 4 24"Box 1,200 754 $ 1,954 Chinese Flame Tree 21 24"Box 6,300 3,956 $ 10,256 Chinese Fringe Tree 2 24"Box 600 377 $ 977 Chinese Pistache 14 24"Box 4,200 2,637 $ 6,837 Chinese Tallow Tree 2 24"Box 600 377 $ 977 Coast Live Oak 20 24"Box 6,000 3,768 $ 9,768 Crape Myrtle 28 24"Box 8,400 5,275 $ 13,675 Dancer Pear 1 24"Box 300 188 $ 488 Deodar Cedar 5 24"Box 1,500 942 $ 2,442 Engelmann Oak 5 24"Box 1,500 942 $ 2,442 Evergreen Pear 7 24"Box 2,100 1,319 $ 3,419 Fern Pine 16 24"Box 4,800 3,014 $ 7,814 Ginkgo Biloba 15 24"Box 4,500 2,826 $ 7,326 Goldenrain Tree 1 24"Box 300 188 $ 488 Holly Oak 32 24"Box 9,600 6,028 $ 15,628 Magnolia 1 24"Box 300 188 $ 488 Magnolia Grandiflora 3 24"Box 900 565 $ 1,465 Magnolia'Samuel Sommer' 2 24"Box 600 377 $ 977 Pink Tabebuia 11 24"Box 3,300 2,072 $ 5,372 Raywood Ash 4 24"Box 1,200 754 $ 1,954 Red Oak 12 24"Box 3,600 2,261 $ 5,861 Redspire Pear 3 24"Box 900 565 $ 1,465 Silktree Mimosa 1 24"Box 300 188 $ 488 Southern Live Oak 2 24"Box 600 377 $ 977 Totals 241 $ 72,300 $ 45,400 $ 117,700 4 Or--ARC - o• ..1r 75 C l' :2174. 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City of Arcadia " r—.001 Public Works Services Department Iaeer�z ArOrrt S.1903 c,,,‘, ...... %4 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program 44 ynity OS Iv The Windstorm Tree Replacement Project in Parkways of Residential Areas in the City of Arcadia will replace 241 trees in parkways of residential areas throughout the City. The total estimated cost for this project is $117,700. Furthermore, the City estimates that the cost to maintain these trees during the maintenance period will be approximately $80,000. The City is requesting $100,000 through this grant opportunity and will pay the remaining balance to cover the project cost. Total Tree Replacement Project Cost $117,700.00 Maintenance Cost $80,000.00 Grant Funds Requested $100,000.00 Although the City of Arcadia has not received in kind donations for this tree replacement project, the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club at Arcadia High School have expressed interest in volunteering in this tree replacement project. The City plans to utilize grant funds to obtain a contractor who will work on the more technical aspects of planning, site preparation, excavation, and replanting of the trees and will utilize the volunteers from the two groups at Arcadia High School to assist in support of these activities. Attached are the letters from the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club indicating their commitment to volunteer in this tree replacement project. March 7, 2012 City of Arcadia Public Works Services Department Attn: Carmen Masud 11800 Goldring Road P.O. Box 60021 Arcadia, CA 91066-6021 SUBJECT- Tree Planting Project Volunteering Opportunity Dear Carmen Masud: The AP Environmental Science class is a class I teach at Arcadia High School. As part of this class my students are required to do environmental service in the community. It has recently come to my attention that the City is currently working on obtaining a tree planting grant to plant trees that were lost in the December Windstorm. This letter indicates our interest and willingness to volunteer in the City of Arcadia's tree planting project to help my students give back to their community and meet the community service requirement. We would like to undertake this volunteering opportunity to help our community by replanting trees that we lost and which are vital to our environment. We understand that if the City is awarded the tree planting grant, we will be able to start volunteering in this project sometime in the fall of 2012. We look forwards to working with the City and serving our community. Sincerely, Joan Stevens March 7, 2012 City of Arcadia Public Works Services Department Attn: Carmen Masud 11800 Goldring Road P.O. Box 60021 Arcadia, CA 91066-6021 SUBJECT- Tree Planting Project Volunteering Opportunity Dear Carmen Masud: The Campus Environmentalist Club is a club at Arcadia High School which dedicates its effort to beautifying and maintaining the school campus. The Campus Environmentalist Club understands that the City is currently working on obtaining a tree planting grant to plant trees that were lost in the December Windstorm. This letter indicates our interest and willingness to volunteer in the City of Arcadia's tree planting project. We would like to undertake this volunteering opportunity to help our community by replanting trees that we lost and which are vital to our environment. We understand that if the City is awarded the tree planting grant, we will be able to start volunteering in this project sometime in the fall of 2012. We look forwards to working with the City and serving our community. Sincerely, /'7V) Mylinh Crew Club Advisor ATTACHMENT D NARRATIVE ' • ti ' 7 ti City of Arcadia 0;1 199�....� Atlry9t S.190) .14 pi Public Works Services Department 4411l2ety oft" 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program On November 30, 2011, a severe windstorm caused widespread destruction throughout the City of Arcadia as it knocked down trees, utility poles, and power lines. Due to the severity of the storm, the City of Arcadia declared a state of emergency. Staff estimated approximately $2.8 million in public cost due to the windstorm. This estimate includes staffing, contract services, and equipment necessary for the clean-up process as well as the follow up costs that would consist of tree replacement, sidewalk repairs, traffic signals, street lights, and other public properties damaged by the windstorm. The City of Arcadia sought financial assistance from the California Emergency Management Agency (Cal EMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Unfortunately, despite the tremendous loss to the City's tree inventory as well as other infrastructure, relief funds have not been made available. The City of Arcadia is optimistic that this Tree Planting Grant Program will assist the City by providing funds to replace the trees which were lost due to the windstorm. The City of Arcadia is located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Valley and is a mature, predominately residential community. There are approximately 56,800 residents occupying 11.2 square miles. The City's tree population is extremely diverse consisting of over 50 different species. Each year since 1993, the City of Arcadia has been designated as a Tree City USA. Losing so many trees during the windstorm was very disheartening as trees have always been an integral part of the community. Therefore, receiving funds through this Tree Planting Grant Program is of extreme importance to the City. Should the City of Arcadia receive funding through this opportunity, the City will advertise the tree replacement project for trees in parkways of residential areas and obtain a contract to have trees planted. Through this project, two hundred and forty one (241) trees will be planted in parkways of residential areas where previous trees fell. Based on the City's Urban Forest Master Plan, the City was able to determine which type of tree needs to be replaced. The total estimated cost to replace trees in parkways of residential areas is $117,700. Furthermore, the City estimates that it will cost $80,000 to maintain the trees during the maintenance period. The City is asking for $100,000 through this grant proposal and will pay the remaining balance to complete this project. The project proposed under this grant application will involve the replacement of trees by outside contracted services as well as through the assistance of volunteers and City Crews. The City received interest from two groups from Arcadia High School who would like to volunteer in this project. The A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club submitted letters of commitment to volunteer in this tree replacement project. The City will utilize the contractor to work on the more technical aspects of planning, site preparation, excavation, and replanting of the trees and will utilize the volunteers to assist in support of these activities. Once trees have been replanted, the City will utilize the Street Maintenance Division, to handle the day-to-day care and maintenance of trees which were planted. In addition, the City budgets annually for tree maintenance services. City trees within the public right of way and parks make up the City's urban forest which provides social, economic, and environmental value to the community through its beauty and natural function. Trees have long been recognized to have a significant impact on the property value of homes and businesses within the City. The City of Arcadia values trees and believes that trees improve air quality, save energy by providing shade in the summer months, and serve as a windbreak during the winter. Furthermore, trees reduce noise pollution, improve personal health, and provide natural habitat for numerous species of birds, mammals, insects, plants, and a variety of other wildlife. The City of Arcadia is encouraged by the opportunity that this grant provides in being able to partner with the County of Los Angeles in a very tangible and meaningful way through the restoration of one of the City's most valued assets, its trees. We are very thankful for the Tree Planting Grant Program opportunity and hope that we will be considered for this grant. ATTACHMENT E EMPLOYMENT OF AT-RISK YOUTH OV ARC �4 N �4i , V y 1 ,,,.: r. City of Arcadia Auryi[S.1903 441,1,' Public Works Services Department o, '9�yA,ty `. of iv' 2012 Competitive Tree Planting Grant Program Although the City of Arcadia will not employ at risk youth to replant trees in the community, the City is currently working with students from the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club at Arcadia High Scholl in this project. Once the A.P. Environmental Science Class and the Campus Environmentalist Club at Arcadia High Scholl became aware of the City's efforts in obtaining this grant and starting this tree planting project, they expressed interest in volunteering in this project. The City plans to utilize grant funds to obtain a contractor who will work on the more technical aspects of planning, site preparation, excavation, and replanting of the trees and will utilize the volunteers from the two groups at Arcadia High School to assist in support of these activities. Their letters indicating their commitment to volunteer in this tree replacement project can be found in Attachment C.