HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-02-06; City Council; 13503; FLOOD HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT.
Flood Hazard Mitigation Grant
s a result of the winter storms of 1995, The Federal Emergency Managerr
dministration, (FEMA) has offered grant assistance to the state for projects wl
Id significantly reduce the likelihood of future flood losses. The Stat(
ifornia is the grantee, and the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (OES)
inister the program and review project applications by sub-grantee cities, disti
and other entities.
The objective of the program is to reduce the potential for losses and the finan
burden associated with emergency assistance during and immediately follou
flood disasters. The grant program requires applicants to prepare and submit a fll
hazard mitigation plan to assure that independent action has been taken locall!
minimize flood risk. Staff is preparing that document and will submit it at a 1(
Upon notification of the grant program, by OES, a city team representing
Engineering, Community Services, Fire and the Water Department was asseml
to review and select projects as candidates for the program. Fire is the lead age
since hazard mitigation is one of the major elements of the city’s emergency plan.
A total of 14 projects were identified, and notices of interest for each were submi
to OES. After several months of screening discussions with OES, the numbe
areas during the winter storms of 1995.
FEMA are eligible for 75% grant funding.
Mitigation projects selected by OES
Applicants are obligated to fund
remaining share either by cash contribution or in-kind resources.
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2. Project descriptions
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96-49 RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR THREE
FLOOD HAZARD MITIGATION GRANTS
WHEREAS, the city of Carlsbad, California, has identified three j
hazard mitigation projects which, when complete, would reduce the potentia
flood damage and losses; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (F.E.M
and the Governor's Officer of Emergency Services have offered grant assistan
accelerate completion of such projects; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of th
of Carlsbad, California, as follows:
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That the above recitations are true and correct.
The City Council of the city of Carlsbad, California orders
filing of necessary documents in application for flood hazard mitigation grar
assistance, and authorizes the city of Carlsbad Emergency Services Coordinat
Fire Department Division Chief, Michael E. Smith, to act as agent for the city
matters pertaining to the administration of the grant.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of tk
Carlsbad City Council held on the 6th, day of February, 1996, by the following
to wit:
AYES: Council Members Lewis, Nygaard, Kulchin, Finnila, Hall
NOES: None
ABSENT; None
ATTEST:
A. I" ALETHA L. RAUTEkKRANZ, City Cleh
(SEAL)
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EXHIBIT 2 ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT PROJECTS
1.
This project will serve the drainage needs of 250 acres of developed property lying
South of Oak Street, West of 1-5, East of the San Diego Northern Railroad (SDNRR) i
North of Agua Hedionda Lagoon. This area is subject to recurrent flooding due to
dependence upon surface drainage and the SDNRR drainage ditches. Improvemen
will include installation of a storm drain system designed to protect private property
and streets during a 100 year storm event.
The project cost is estimated to be $3.5 million, approximately $2.5 million of which
been collected under the terms of the Master Drainage Plan.
significant increase in development fees are expected, the project is likely to be delay1
for several years. Staff recommends allocation of $875,000 of the fund as the city’s sh
of the project costs.
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This project proposes construction of a 10,000 cubic yard desiltation basin and
enhancement of the existing storm drain channel serving Rancho Carlsbad Mobile
Home Park and 15 acres of undeveloped land adjacent to it.
The project cost is estimated to be $1.12 million. As explained in item 1 above, limit
funds in the area ’9’’ Master Drainage Plan will delay construction of the project for
least five years. Staff recommends allocation of $300,000 as the city’s share of the
project costs.
3. Park Drive Slope Repair
The objective of this project is to stabilize the face of the bluff along Park Drive betw
Cove Drive and Bayshore Drive. Currently ground water from development above
bluff percolates from the bluff face year round. It has caused sloughing of the face o
the bluff to the extent that occasionally soil, in significant amounts, falls to the stree.
below, endangering pedestrians and impeding traffic.
The city will consult with a soils engineer for recommendations on construction
improvements.
underground drainage system to control and divert ground water to Agua Hediondl
Lagoon.
Staff estimates that repairs will cost $250,000, and suggest financing the city’s share o
the project from the General Fund.
South Carlsbad Village Storm Drain Interceptor
However, since no
Rancho Carlsbad Basin and Channel Improvements
It is expected that the repairs will include installation of an
D. DESIGNATION OF
L APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION
State of California
Governor's Office of
Emergency Services
For State use only
Disaster Number DR-104411046
FIPS Number
State Application Number