MEETING DATE:
September 23, 2014
SUBJECT:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2014-7981 - ACCEPT PROPOSITION 50 INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT GRANT FUNDS AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE GRANT AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
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Recommendation
Recommendation
Staff recommends the City Council adopt a resolution to accept Proposition 50 Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Implementation grant funds and authorize the City Manager to execute the grant agreement on behalf of the City.
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Board or Commission Action
Not Applicable
Relevant Council Strategic Theme (If not applicable, please state not applicable below)
Good Governance
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Introduction
In November 2002, California voters passed Proposition 50, the Water Security, Clean Drinking Water, Coastal and Beach Protection Act of 2002, which provided $500 million to fund competitive grants for projects consistent with an adopted Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) program.
The IRWM program is aimed at developing long-term water supply reliability, improving water quality, and protecting natural resources. The Statewide IRWM Program is supported by bond funding provided by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) to fund competitive grants for projects that improve water resources management.
Discussion
In January 2008, the San Diego County Water Authority (SDCWA) applied and was awarded $25 million in grant funds through the Proposition 50, Chapter 8 IRWM Implementation Grant Program.
In 2010, the City of Encinitas obtained grant funds through the SDCWA for their Work Item #3: Over-Irrigation/Bacteria Load Reduction project. The proposed project was designed to protect and enhance water quality by reducing irrigation runoff through improved water use efficiency at eight pilot sites located within the Carlsbad Watershed.
The City of Encinitas was unable to complete their role in the prog...
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