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a. Adopt a resolution approving the list of projects funded by Senate Bill 1 (SB 1): The Road Repair and Accountability Act;
b. Authorize the RMA Director or RMA Deputy Director of Public Works, Parks and Facilities to submit the list to the California Transportation Committee (CTC).
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Adopt a resolution approving the list of projects funded by Senate Bill 1 (SB 1): The Road
Repair and Accountability Act; and
b. Authorize the RMA Director or RMA Deputy Director of Public Works, Parks and Facilities
to submit the list to the California Transportation Committee (CTC).
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
In April 2017, Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) was approved, making funds available for road repair and maintenance state wide. It was initially estimated that Monterey County’s share would be about $10 million annually. The revenue allocations to counties will come through the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA). Eligible uses under this account include, but are not limited to: road maintenance and rehabilitation; safety projects; railroad grade separations; complete street components, including active transportation purposes, pedestrian and bicycle safety projects, transit facilities, and drainage and storm water capture projects in conjunction with any other allowable project; traffic control devices; and, to satisfy a match requirement to obtain state or federal funds for projects.
Prior to receiving an allocation of funds, cities and counties are required annually to provide to the California Transportation Committee (CTC) a list of projects to be financed by SB 1 funds.
For FY 2017-18, Resource Management Agency (RMA) submitted a list to CTC back in October 2017. According to California State Association of Counties (CSAC), the project list for FY2018-19 must be submitted by May 1, 2018. Different from FY2017-18, counties must adopt the project list via resolution instead of the budget process.
Staff has prepared a list of projects that is to be funded by SB 1, and estimated timing (Attachment A). For FY 2018-19, RMA intends to work on 16 projects totaling $2.3M. The State provided an estimate of $7.8M for FY 2018-19; however, staff is conservatively budgeting only $2.3M due to uncertainty of this funding. If additional funding is realized, staff will return to the Board with a revised program/list.
Once submitted, the funds will not be limited to the list of projects. The cities and counties will have the flexibility to fund projects based on their needs and priorities as long as the projects are consistent with the eligible uses.
At this time, Gloria Road/Iverson Road, which is a joint project with the City of Gonzales and Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority, is the priority on the list of projects. RMA is also looking into the following activities/projects that could possibly be funded by SB 1: street sweeping, drainage/ditch maintenance, maintenance management program, vegetation removal/mowing, Laurel Drive sidewalk, and Tassajara Road repair.
The project list is used as a planning document by RMA. The scheduling of projects depends on when and how much funding is received. When funds are received, environmental review for the projects is conducted pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
FINANCING:
Prior to receiving an apportionment of funds under SB 1, the County is required to submit to the CTC a list of projects proposed to be funded with SB 1 revenue pursuant to an adopted resolution.
Staff anticipates receiving approximately $7.8 million in FY2018-19 in SB 1 funds. Where possible, staff intends to use SB 1 funds as leverage/matches for federal and/or state grants. Staff will also coordinate with cities for projects that benefit both jurisdictions.
A constitutional amendment has been filed with the Secretary of State to repeal SB 1. If successful, funding for future projects on the list will be at risk. Funds collected between November 1, 2017 and the time of passage will not need to be repaid by the counties, cities, and the state.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
A key objective has been to find funding sources for much needed maintenance to the County’s transportation infrastructure. SB 1 helps to fulfill this objective. Combining these funds with federal and/or state grants will extend funding even further. The recommended action supports the following Board of Supervisors’ Strategic Initiative below:
__ Economic Development
__ Administration
__ Health & Human Services
X Infrastructure
X Public Safety
Prepared by: Jonathan L. Pascua, PE, Senior Civil Engineer, (831) 755-8963
Approved by: Enrique M. Saavedra, PE, Acting Chief of Public Works
Approved by: Carl P. Holm, AICP, RMA Director
Attachment on file with the Clerk of the Board:
Attachment A - Resolution