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DPYS Authorization to apply for $56,600 ODNR Coastal Management Assistance Grant
Parks and Youth Services
Joe Fausnaugh (x3884)
Revised
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Authorizing the Mayor to apply for a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) in the amount of $56,600; authorizing the expenditure of $56,600 from the Capital Improvement District Improvement Program for design and engineering services related to implementing river access paths and overlooks at River Road Park; authorizing the Mayor to award contracts for said purpose; and declaring an emergency.
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SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
The City of Toledo, Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking authorization to apply for funds granted by Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) through their Coastal Management Assistance Grant program for design and engineering services related to the implementation of river access paths and overlooks at River Road Park. This project will include an accessible path from River Road to the shoreline of the Maumee River. The concept plan also includes a pergola structure and a public art installation. The grant requires a minimum 1:1 match from the City of Toledo. An application for District Improvements Funds in the amount of $56,600 has been approved to meet the matching funds requirement.
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NOW THEREFORE Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Toledo:
SECTION 1. That the Mayor is authorized to apply for a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) in the amount of $56,600 for design and engineering services related to the implementation of river access paths and overlooks at River Road Park.
SECTION 2. The Mayor is authorized to expend the amount of $56,600 to meet the expected costs of the project and to satisfy local matching funds requirements of the Coastal Management grant program from the Capital Improvement Fund Account Code 5040-10100-8CP2318DNGPRO in the event that the grant is awarded.
SECTION 3. That t...
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