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a. Approve and authorize Tom Shepherd, Deputy Chief Park Ranger/Operations Manager to sign on behalf of Monterey County one (1) Standard Grant Agreement and all necessary certifications and documents with the Department of Boating and Waterways for a new patrol boat (Agreement #12-204-755 for $80,000) in furtherance of receipt of the Grant;
b. Authorize the Auditor-Controller’s office to increase estimated revenues and appropriations totaling $80,000 in Appropriation Unit PAR004 (4/5 vote required); and
c. Authorize the Contracts/Purchasing Officer to approve purchase up to the approved grant amount $80,000 respectively.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Approve and authorize Tom Shepherd, Deputy Chief Park Ranger/Operations Manager to sign on behalf of Monterey County one (1) Standard Grant Agreement and all necessary certifications and documents with the Department of Boating and Waterways for a new patrol boat (Agreement #12-204-755 for $80,000) in furtherance of receipt of the Grant;
b. Authorize the Auditor-Controller’s office to increase estimated revenues and appropriations totaling $80,000 in Appropriation Unit PAR004 (4/5 vote); and
c. Authorize the Contracts/Purchasing Officer to approve purchase up to the approved grant amount $80,000 respectively.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Department of Boating and Waterways (DBAW) administers the program to provide grant funding to local agencies for the purchase of boating enforcement equipment and patrol boats. The Parks Department has regularly participated in this program in the past to the mutual benefit of the State and the County of Monterey. The Parks Department filed two application requests to DBAW on March 28, 2012 regarding the current grant selection process. In August of 2012, Parks’ staff was advised that grant funds were available for this purpose. As a result, the Parks Department was notified that one grant was awarded: $80,000 for the replac...
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