REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: AARON A. AGUIRRE, Director Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services Department BY: SHELBY MACNAB, Assistant Director Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services Department KAYLA GARCIA-SHIELDS, Program Manager Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services Department SUBJECT ..Title ***RESOLUTION - Authorizing a Grant Application of up to $300,000 to the California Office of Traffic Safety (CA OTS) to Fund Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Programming, Acceptance of Grant Funding, and Execution of Related Documents by the City Manager or Designee (Citywide) (Subject to Mayor's Veto) ..Body RECOMMENDATION Staff recommend that the City Council authorize a grant application of up to $300,000 to the CA OTS for bicycle and pedestrian safety programming, acceptance of grant funding, and execution of related documents by the City Manager or designee. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Staff are requesting authority to apply for and accept grant funds of up to $300,000 from CA OTS for bicycle and pedestrian safety programming. Grant applications are due by January 31, 2024. BACKGROUND Bicycle and pedestrian safety education is an important safety strategy identified in the City of Fresno Active Transportation Plan (2017) and prioritized by the City of Fresno Active Transportation Advisory Committee. To advance safety priorities, the PARCS Department annually seeks Federal grant funding from the CA OTS to support bicycle and pedestrian safety education efforts which include educational booths, bicycle safety clinics or "bike rodeos", after school activities, presentations, and community events. In December 2023, the CA OTS released a grant solicitation for the period from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. Grant applications are due on January 31, 2024. Staff are requesting authority to submit a grant application and accept up to $300,000 for personnel, training, and materials costs. Supplies and materials include but are not limited to 60 crossing guard kits for local schools, 1,000 helmets, 300 safety lights, 1,000 reflectors and 1,000 reflective bands to be distributed to the community. ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378, this item is not a project for the purpose of CEQA. LOCAL PREFERENCE Local preference is not included because this resolution does not include a bid or award of a construction or services contract. FISCAL IMPACT This resolution will have no immediate impact on the General Fund. If awarded, grant funding allocated to the Program will be identified in the future year budget appropriations. Attachment: Resolution