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OMB Number:4040-0004
Expiration Date:01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 Version 02
*1.Type of Submission: *2.Type of Application: *If Revision,select appropriate letter(s):
Preapplication ❑X New
❑X Application 0 Continuation 'Other(Specify)
E Changed/Corrected Application 0 Revision
*3.Date Received: 4.Applicant Identifier:
Completed by Grants.gov upon submission.
5a.Federal Entity Identifier: *5b.Federal Award Identifier:
State Use Only:
6.Date Received by State: 7.State Application Identifier:
8.APPLICANT INFORMATION:
*a.Legal Name: City of Waterloo, Iowa
*b.Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number(EIN/TIN): *c.Organizational DUNS:
42-6005327 075841684
d.Address:
*Streetl: 715 Mulberry St.
Street2:
*City: waterloo
County: Black Hawk
*State: IA: Iowa
Province:
*Country: USA: UNITED STATES
*Zip/Postal Code: 50703
e.Organizational Unit:
Department Name: Division Name:
f.Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application:
Prefix: *First Name: Noel
Middle Name:
*Last Name: Anderson
Suffix:
Title: Community Planning and Development Director
Organizational Affiliation:
City of Waterloo
*Telephone Number: 319-291-4366 Fax Number: 319-291-4262
*Email: noel.andersoniawaterloo-ia.org
OMB Number:4040-0004
Expiration Date:01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 Version 02
9.Type of Applicant 1:Select Applicant Type:
C: City or Township Government
Type of Applicant 2:Select Applicant Type:
Type of Applicant 3:Select Applicant Type:
Other(specify):
10.Name of Federal Agency:
Economic Development Administration
11.Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number:
11.307
CFDA Title:
Economic Adjustment Assistance
12.Funding Opportunity Number:
EDA01092009DISASTERSUPPLEMENTAL2
Title:
Second Supplemental Appropriations Disaster Relief Opportunity
13.Competition Identification Number:
03
Title:
14.Areas Affected by Project(Cities,Counties,States,etc.):
Waterloo, IA
`15.Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project:
Waterloo Storm Water Lift Station Project
Attach supporting documents as specified in agency instructions.
Add Attachments 8€A Pt",rho rnt
OMB Number:4040-0004
Expiration Date:01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 Version 02
16.Congressional Districts Of:
*a.Applicant IA-0o1 *b.Program/Project IA-001
Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed.
Add Attachment flr t-, 6v4idior ',.
17.Proposed Project:
*a.Start Date: 07/01/2009 *b.End Date: 05/30/2011
18.Estimated Funding($):
*a.Federal 8,146,000.00
*b.Applicant
*c.State 2,036,500.00 If state funding is not obtained, City will
*d.Local provide local dollars for match.
*e.Other
4 1..AplMtlklY).Np
*f. Program Income
*g.TOTAL 10,182,500.00
*19.Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process?
O a.This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on
• b.Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review.
• c.Program is not covered by E.O. 12372.
*20.Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt?(If"Yes",provide explanation.)
El Yes No ._"I
21.*By signing this application,I certify(1)to the statements contained in the list of certifications* and(2)that the statements
herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances** and agree to
comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award.I am aware that any false,fictitious,or fraudulent statements or claims may
subject me to criminal,civil,or administrative penalties.(U.S.Code,Title 218,Section 1001)
❑X **I AGREE
**The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained in the announcement or agency
specific instructions.
Authorized Representative:
Prefix: *First Name: Timothy
Middle Name: J.
*Last Name: Hurley
Suffix:
*Title: Mayor
*Telephone Number: 319-2 91-43 01 Fax Number 319-2 91-4 2 86
*Email: mayor@waterloo-ia.org
*Signature of Authorized Representative: Date Signed: s^ e/g —0
Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424(Revised 10/2005)
Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102
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Expiration Date:01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 Version 02
Applicant Federal Debt Delinquency Explanation
The following field should contain an explanation if the Applicant organization is delinquent on any Federal Debt. Maximum number of
characters that can be entered is 4,000. Try and avoid extra spaces and carriage returns to maximize the availability of space.
FORM CD-511
(REV 1-05) U.S.DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
Applicants should also review the instructions for certification included in the regulations before completing this form.Signature on this form provides for
compliance with certification requirements under 15 CFR Part 28,'New Restrictions on Lobbying.'The certifications shall be treated as a material representation
of fact upon which reliance will be placed when the Department of Commerce determines to award the covered transaction,grant,or cooperative agreement.
LOBBYING Statement for Loan Guarantees and Loan Insurance
As required by Section 1352,Title 31 of the U.S.Code,and implemented The undersigned states,to the best of his or her knowledge and belief,
at 15 CFR Part 28,for persons entering into a grant,cooperative that:
agreement or contract over$100,000 or a loan or loan guarantee over
$150,000 as defined at 15 CFR Part 28,Sections 28.105 and 28.110,the
applicant certifies that to the best of his or her knowledge and belief,that: In any funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or
attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency,a Member of
Congress,an officer or employee of Congress,or an employee of a
(1)No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid,by or on Member of Congress in connection with this commitment providing for the
behalf of the undersigned,to any person for influencing or attempting to United States to insure or guarantee a loan,the undersigned shall
influence an officer or employee of any agency,a Member of Congress in complete and submit Standard Form-LLL,'Disclosure Form to Report
connection with the awarding of any Federal contract,the making of any Lobbying,'in accordance with its instructions.
Federal grant,the making of any Federal loan,the entering into of any
cooperative agreement,and the extension,continuation,renewal,
amendment,or modification of any Federal contract,grant,loan,or Submission of this statement is a prerequisite for making or entering into
cooperative agreement. this transaction imposed by section 1352,title 31,U.S.Code.Any person
who fails to file the required statement shall be subject to a civil penalty of
(2)If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will not less than$10,000 and not more than$100,000 for each such failure
be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or nnot morecurring thano or before October for eachh such fa996,and of not less than October0 and,
employee of any agency,a Member of Congress,an officer or employee of 19t more $110,000 for failure occurring after 23,
Congress,or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with 1996.
this Federal contract,grant,loan,or cooperative agreement,the
undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL,'Disclosure
Form to Report Lobbying.'in accordance with its instructions.
(3)The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be
included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers(including
subcontracts,subgrants,and contracts under grants,loans,and
cooperative agreements)and that all subrecipients shall certify and
disclose accordingly.
•
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance
was placed when this transaction was made or entered into.Submission of
this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this
transaction imposed by section 1352,title 31,U.S.Code.Any person who
fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not
less than$10,000 and not more than$100,000 for each such failure
occurring on or before October 23,1996,and of not less than$11,000 and
not more than$110,000 for each such failure occurring after October 23,
1996.
As the duly authorized representative of the applicant,I hereby certify that the applicant will comply with the above applicable certification.
*NAME OF APPLICANT
City of Waterloo, Iowa
*AWARD NUMBER *PROJECT NAME
Waterloo Storm Water Lift Station Project
Prefix: *First Name: Middle Name:
Timothy
J.
*Last Name:
Suffix:
Hurley
*Title: Mayor
*SIGNATURE: *DATE:
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assurances. If such is the case, you will be notified.
As the duly authorized representative of the applicant:, I certify that the applicant:
1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance, Will comply with the Intergovernmental Personnel Act
and the institutional, managerial and financial capability of 1970(42 U.S.C. §§4728-4763)relating to prescribed
(including funds sufficient to pay the non-Federal share standards of merit systems for programs funded
of project costs)to ensure proper planning, under one of the 19 statutes or regulations specified in
management and completion of project described in Appendix A of OPM's Standards for a Merit System of
this application. Personnel Administration(5 C.F.R.900, Subpart F).
2. Will give the awarding agency,the Comptroller General 9. Will comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning
of the United States and, if appropriate,the State, Prevention Act(42 U.S.C.§§4801 et seq.)which
the right to examine all records, books,papers, or prohibits the use of lead-based paint in construction or
documents related to the assistance; and will establish rehabilitation of residence structures.
a proper accounting system in accordance with
generally accepted accounting standards or agency 10. Will comply with all Federal statutes relating to non-
directives. discrimination.These include but are not limited to: (a)
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964(P.L.88-352)
3. Will not dispose of,modify the use of,or change the which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race,
terms of the real property title or other interest in the color or national origin; (b)Title IX of the Education
site and facilities without permission and instructions Amendments of 1972, as amended(20 U.S.C. §§1681
from the awarding agency.Will record the Federal 1683,and 1685-1686),which prohibits discrimination
awarding agency directives and will include a covenant on the basis of sex; (c)Section 504 of the
in the title of real property acquired in whole or in part Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended(29) U.S.C.
with Federal assistance funds to assure non- §794),which prohibits discrimination on the basis of
discrimination during the useful life of the project. handicaps; (d)the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as
4. Will comply with the requirements of the assistance amended(42 U.S.C. §§6101 6107),which prohibits
awarding agency with regard to the drafting, review and discrimination on the basis of age; (e)the Drug Abuse
approval of construction plans and specifications. Office and Treatment Act of 1972(P.L.92-255), as
amended relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of
5. Will provide and maintain competent and adequate drug abuse;(f)the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and
engineering supervision at the construction site to Alcoholism Prevention,Treatment and Rehabilitation
ensure that the complete work conforms with the Act of 1970(P.L. 91-616), as amended, relating to
approved plans and specifications and will furnish nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or
progressive reports and such other information as may be alcoholism; (g)§§523 and 527 of the Public Health
required by the assistance awarding agency or State. Service Act of 1912(42 U.S.C.§§290 dd-3 and 290 ee
3),as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol
6. Will initiate and complete the work within the applicable and drug abuse patient records; (h)Title VIII of the
time frame after receipt of approval of the awarding agency. Civil Rights Act of 1968(42 U.S.C.§§3601 et seq.),as
7. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale,
using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or rental or financing of housing;(i)any other
presents the appearance of personal or organizational nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statue(s)
conflict of interest,or personal gain. under which application for Federal assistance is being
made; and(j)the requirements of any other
nondiscrimination statue(s)which may apply to the
application.
Previous Edition Usable Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424D(Rev.7-97)
Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102
11. Will comply, or has already complied,with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969(P.L. 91-
requirements of Titles II and Ill of the Uniform Relocation 190)and Executive Order(EO) 11514;(b)notification
Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of of violating facilities pursuant to EO 11738;(c)
1970(P.L. 91-646)which provide for fair and equitable protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 11990;(d)
treatment of persons displaced or whose property is evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance
acquired as a result of Federal and federally-assisted with EO 11988; (e)assurance of project consistency
programs.These requirements apply to all interests in real with the approved State management program
property acquired for project purposes regardless of developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of
Federal participation in purchases. 1972(16 U.S.C.§§1451 et seq.); (f)conformity of
12. Will comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act(5 U.S.C. Federal actions to State(Clean Air)implementation
§§1501-1508 and 7324-7328)which limit the political Plans under Section 176(c)of the Clean Air Act of
activities of employees whose principal employment 1955,as amended(42 U.S.C. §§7401 et seq.);(g)
activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds. protection of underground sources of drinking water
under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974,as
13. Will comply, as applicable, with the provisions of the Davis- amended (P.L. 93-523); and,(h)protection of
Bacon Act(40 U.S.C. §§276a to 276a-7),the Copeland Act endangered species under the Endangered Species
(40 U.S.C. §276c and 18 U.S.C. §874), and the Contract Act of 1973,as amended(P.L. 93-205).
Work Hours and Safety Standards Act(40 U.S.C.§§327- 16. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of
333)regarding labor standards for federally-assisted 1968(16 U.S.C. §§1271 et seq.)related to protecting
construction subagreements. components or potential components of the national
wild and scenic rivers system.
14. Will comply with flood insurance purchase requirements of
Section 102(a)of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 17. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance
(P.L. 93-234)which requires recipients in a special flood with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase Act of 1966,as amended(16 U.S.C. §470), EO 11593
flood insurance if the total cost of insurable construction (identification and protection of historic properties),and
and acquisition is$10,000 or more. the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of
15. Will comply with environmental standards which may be 1974(16 U.S.C. §§469a 1 et seq).
prescribed pursuant to the following: (a)institution of 18. Will cause to be performed the required financial and
environmental quality control measures under the compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit
Act Amendments of 1996 and OMB Circular No.A-133,
"Audits of States, Local Governments,and Non-Profit
Organizations."
19. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other
Federal laws,executive orders, regulations,and policies
governing this program.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION
APPLICATION FOR
INVESTMENT ASSISTANCE
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) uses the Application for Investment Assistance
to evaluate applications under EDA's economic development assistance programs. EDA may ask
applicants to provide supplemental information as needed during the evaluation and selection pro cess.
Please visit our Internet website at www.eda.clov for more information on EDA's programs,
selection and evaluation criteria, and application procedures, as set forth in applicable Federal
Funding Opportunity (FFO) announcements. These FFO announcements are also published
annually in the Federal Register.
PWEDA Section 201 Section A - To Be Completed by All Applicants
(CFDA No. 11.300) Section B - Regional Eligibility (Public Works and Economic
Public Works and Economic
Development Program Adjustment Assistance)
Section C - Technical Assistance & Research/Evaluation
PWEDA Section 203 Assistance
(CFDA No. 11,302) Section D - To Be Completed by All Non-Governmental
Planning Program
Applicants (excluding Public Universities)
PWEDA Section 207 Section E - Budgeting and Staffing/Non-Construction
(CFDA No. 11.303) Assistance
Local and National Technical Section F - PartnershipPlanningAssistance
Assistance and University
Center Economic Section G - Short-Term Planning Assistance
Development Program
Section H - State Planning Assistance
PWEDA Section 207; Section I - Local or National Technical Assistance
(CFDANo. 11312)
Research and Evaluation Section J - University Center Program Assistance
Program
Section K - Economic Adjustment Assistance
PWEDA Section 209 Section L - Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Assistance
(CFDA No. 11.307)
Economic Adjustment Section M - Construction Assistance
1ltance grKm ' Section N - Design and Engineering Assistance
Application for Investment Assistance (Form ED-900)
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The information requested in this Application for Investment Assistance is required to obtain
or retain benefits from EDA pu-suant to the Public Works and Economic Development Act of
1965 (PWEDA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 3121 etseq.). The reasons for collecting this
information are to enable appli giants to submit applications for financial assistance and to
assist EDA in determining applicants'"eligibility and compliance with legal and programmatic
requirements. The information submitted on this application and in accompanying
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hardcopy application, the applicant should print this application ( ED-900), the SF-424, and either the
SF-424A(Non-construction Investments) or the SF-424C (Construction Investments), and either the
SF-424B (Non-Construction Investments) or the SF-424D (Construction Investments), and the CD-511,
and type or print the responses. Applicants should mail the completed application to the appropriate
Regional Office. See EDA's internet website (w ...w. ,g ) for a listing of Regional Offices.
NOTE ON EDA'S APPLICATION PROCESS
To limit the burden on the applicant, EDA only requests certain items of documentation if EDA
determines that the applicant's proj ect merits further consideration. Applicants should note that the
following items will be subsequently requested if, and only if, EDA selects their project for further
consideration:
For all types of projects:
--A copy of the region's Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) or alternate EDA-
approved planning docum ent
--Letters of commitment to document non-EDA funding
For construction projects only:
--USGS map of project site
--Letters of commitment from private beneficiaries of the proposed project
--Comments from the metropolitan area review/clearinghouse agency
--A legal opinion and other documentation, as necessary, verifying the applicant's answer to
questions regarding project ownership, operation, maintenance, and management
--An engineering report
--An environmental narrative
--Documented approval from the State Historic Preservation Officer(SHPO)
For Revolving Loan Fund projects only:
--Revolving Loan Fund Plan
For non-profit applicants only:
--Certificate of good standing from the state
--A copy of the organization's Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws
--Resolution from a general purpose subdivision of government of a state acknowledging that the
organization is acting in cooperation with officials of that subdivision
--Comments from a general purpose government entity (construction projects only)
SECTION A - TO BE COMPLETED BY ALL APPLICANTS
General Instructions
Please answer all questions completely and accurately and provide a concise narrative statement for
each question below. Most narratives need not exceed one paragraph. Any attachments to this
application may either be attached electronically through www.Grants.gov or submitted in hardcopy to
the Regional Office (aww dago iA o EDA/ e ions xir i) that processes applications for your state.
Applicants should consult EDA's program requirements and evaluation criteria set forth in 13 C.F.R.
Chapter III (FDA's regulations), as supplemented by the applicable Federal Funding Opportunity
Announcement (FFO) on wywal;-zlits.cinv, when completing this application. (EDA's regulations begin
on page 20 of the Federal Register notice posted at www.eda.goviimageCachelEDAPubli,
C ur: nt /p c f / ofir a i 3 tla.. 2 fIv11 O na , r ul &. .) Applicants are
encouraged to contact an EDA representative (see list of Regional Offices above) for assistance in
completing this application. Preparation of an application may involve coordination with other local, state
and federal agencies. Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance projects must satisfy regional
eligibility requirements (see 13 C.F.R. § 304.1). Legal citations referencing EDA's regulations are
included for the applicant's information; however, all of the information needed to complete this
application is contained within the form itself or within the web links included in this form. Legal
assistance is not generally required to complete this form, although applicants may need to consult with
an attorney concerning any legal issues implicated by the receipt of federal assistance.
Please indicate the type of EDA investment assistance for which you are applying. If you change the
type of EDA Investment Asistance for which you are applying, make sure you save the application under
a different file name.
E Public Works (Complete Sections A, B, and M and Exhibits A, D and E.)
❑ Economic Adjustment (Complete Sections A, B, and K and Exhibit C. Also
Complete Sections M and Exhibits A, D, and E if request has
construction components, and Section N if request has only
design/engineering requirements. Complete Section E if
request has no construction components.)
❑ Partnership Planning (Complete Sections A, C, E, and F and Exhibit C.)
❑ Short-term Planning (Complete Sections A, C, E, and G and Exhibit C.)
❑ State Planning (Complete Sections A, C, E, G, and H and Exhibit C.)
❑ University Center (Complete Sections A, C, E, and J and Exhibit C.)
❑ Local Technical Assistance (Complete Sections A, C, E, and I and Exhibit C.)
❑ National Technical Assistance (Complete Sections A, C, E, and I and Exhibit B.)
E Research and Evaluation As sistance (Complete Sections A, C, E and Exhibit B.)
❑ Revolving Loan Fund (Complete Sections A, B, E, K, and L and Exhibit C.)
❑ Design and Engineering (Complete Sections A, B, and N and Exhibit C.)
Please indicate which type of applicant you are:
x❑ Governmental (or quasi-governmental, to include District Organizations, universities, or public
institutions of higher learning)
❑ Non-governmental (e.g. private or public non-profit organizations, for-profit organizations)
In addition to the sections specific to the program for which you are applying (see above), non-
governmental applicants also m ust complete Section D.
A.1. Investment(Project)-Region,
Identify and describe the region where the project will be located, identify and describe the region that
will benefit from the project (if different from or in addition to the region in which the project will be
located), and discuss the project's expected economic impact. For purposes of this application, a
region is defined as "an economic unit of human, natural, technological, capital or other resources,
defined geographically. Geographic areas comprising a region need not be continguous or defined by
political boundaries, but should constitute a cohesive area capable of undertaking self-sustained
economic development." (See 13 C.F.R. § 300.3 for the definition of"Region.")
See attached Exhibit A. 1
A.2. Investment(Project) Description
Provide a detailed description of the complete scope of work for the proposed EDA investment. If you
are proposing a construction project, please include specific construction components. Also, for
National Technical Assistance, Training and Research a nd Evaluation Projects, provide a description
of the methodology to be used to complete the project.
See Attached Exhibit A.2
Note: If EDA determines that your project merits further consideration, and if your project includes
construction, you will be required to provide a USGS map of the site. You may provide this now using
the 'Attachments'form that is part of the application package downloaded from www.Grants.gov or in
hard copy.
A.3. Economic Development Needs
a. Does the region in which the project will be located have a Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy (CEDS)? (See www.eda.goviimageCache/EDAPublicidocurnents
1pdfdoe 0 lc e lyer 170 , epd ivlicedsflyer0l 7 .pdf.:) (Note: Except for strategy
grants as described in 13 C.F.R. §303.7, the region in which Public Works or Economic
Adjustment projects will be located must have a CEDS with which the project is consistent.)
El Yes ❑ No
If Yes, what is the source? Note: If you are unsure if your region has a CEDS, please contact your
local District Organization.
Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments/INREDC
If No, what alternate strategic planning docum ent do you wish to govern this investment? Note: You
will be asked to provide a copy of this planning document if your project is selected for further
consideration. You may provide this now using the 'Attachments'form that is part of the application
package downloaded from wvvw.Grants.gov or in hard copy.
b. Briefly describe the economic development needs of the region and how the proposed
investment addresses the goals and objectives of the CEDS for the region or the alternate
strategic planning document as noted above. (See 13 C.F.R. part 303.)
See attached Exhibit A.3 .
c. Briefly describe the economic conditions of the region described in A.1, as well as the
economic adjustment problems or economic dislocations the reg ion has experienced (o r is
about to experience) and the regional impact of these conditions.
See attached Exhibit A.3 .
A.4. Investment(Project) Impact and Fit with EDA Funding Priorities"
Discuss how the proposed investment satisfies EDA's Investment Policy Guidelines as set forth in 13
C.F.R. § 301.8, as well as the EDA funding priorities set forth in the applicable Federal Funding
Opportunity (FFO) announcement on warn . o .
See attached Exhibit A.4
A.5 Applicant's Capability
Briefly describe the applicant's capability to administer, implement, and attract private sector
investments to the project.
The City has adequate staff and has experience in working with EDA on prior
grants to administer and implement this grant. The City intends to
contract with INRCOG/INREDC to handle the administration with EDA.
A.6. 1'rc posed Time Schedule for the Project
Provide a proposed time schedule for completion of the project, including when (month/year)
the project will begin and end. Explain any potential issues that could affect project implementation.
Subject to EDA approval of Project, commencement is expected by July 1,
2009 and work should be completed on or before June 30, 2012 .
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A,7 Civil Rights
a. Does the applicant understand and agree to comply with all applicable civil rights
requirements (see 13 C.F.R. § 302.20), including the requirement to provide signed
assurances of compliance? ❑x Yes ❑ No (explain below)
b. Do identified "Other Parties" as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 302.20(b) understand and agree to
comply with all applicable civil rights requirements, including the requirement to provide
signed assurances of compliance?
❑ Yes ❑ No (explain below) ❑x Not Applicable (No Other Parties Identified)
A.8. Proposed Project Budget .
❑x For Construction investments, complete Form SF-424C.
❑ For Non-Construction investm ents, complete Form SF-424A.
Note: If you are applying in hardcopy,you may download these forms from
,vt- . r rr ltechl I F A- 1.O.p and w._...w r nts g vttec fib1 C 1.Q,pd , or go
to EDA's website at www.edagov.
A.9. Non-EDA Funding for the Project
a. Identify the source, nature and amount of all non-EDA funds, including in-kind contributions
(non-cash contributions of space, equipment, services, or assumptions of debt; see
definition of "In-Kind Contribution(s)" in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3). Explain the status of all funding
commitments, including the date the funds will be available from each source, and describe
any conditions or restrictions on the use of such funds. If in-kind contributions are included,
explain the basis on which they are valued.
The City intends to apply for Jumpstart Infrastructure (CDBG) Disaster
funds from the State of Iowa for non-EDA funding. If unsuccessful, the
City will provide funds from internal sources or bonding.
b. Are all non-EDA funds committed to the project, available as needed, and not conditioned
or encumbered in any way that would preclude their use consistent with the purpose of the
project? (See 13 C.F.R. § 301.5.) ❑ Yes x❑ No (explain below)
See A.9 (a) . City is committed to funding either through Jumpstart
Infrastructure grant or from internal sources, including potential bonding.
Note: If EDA determines that your project merits further consideration, and if your project includes
construction, you will be required to provide letters of commitment. You may provide these now
using the 'Attachments'form that is part of the application package downloaded from
w , rarrts, p °or in hard copy.
c. Discuss the actions that need to be taken and the timing required to secure the non-EDA
funds.
Jumpstart Infrastructure Application will be filed in the near future.
d. Does the applicant plan to seek other federal financial assistance as part of or in connection
with this project? If so, please describe the source, amount and any terms and conditions
of the funding, and when the funding will be available for use by the applicant.
❑ Yes (explain below) 0 No
e. Is the requested EDA investment assistance available from any other federal economic
development program? ❑ Yes (explain below) No (explain below)
If Yes, identify the source and provide an explanation of why EDA investment assistance
is required.
If No, explain your efforts to identify and obtain funding from other sources.
No source of outside funding has been identified, other than EDA and CDBG
funds, that will provide timely completion of the disaster related
mitigation project proposed here .
A.10. Lobbying Certifications
All applicants for federal financial assistance must certify that federal funds have not been used and
will not be used for lobbying in connection with this request for federal financial assistance (Form
CD-511). If non-federal funds have been or are planned to be used for lobbying in connection with this
request for federal financial assistance, Form SF-LLL also must be completed. Please certify to the
following:
x Applicant's "Certifications Regarding Lobbying" (Form CD-511) is completed. (If applicant is
applying in hardcopy, access the form at rant gov or at EDA's website at . d .go .)
❑ Applicant's "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities" (Form SF-LLL) is attached, if required. (If not
required by law, also check the box. If applicant is applying in hardcopy, access the form at
;. Jr 1„whiteti:).f c pvl t igr rst a illti .:.: .n, )
Note: Applicants must comply with 13 C.F.R. 302.10 regarding attorneys'and consultants'fees
and the employment of expediters. This regulation requires that applicants identify and disclose
the amount of fees paid to anyon e engaged to assist the applicant in obta ining assistance under
the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (PWEDA), as amended.
A.11. Compliance with Executive Order 12372, State Single Point of Contact(SPOC)
a. Does the state in which the project will be located have a project review process that requires
submission to a Single Point of Contact (SPOC)? (See 13 C.F.R. § 302.9(b).) Note: If you
are unsure if your state has a Single Point of Contact, or do not know who this individual is,
please refer to OMB's SPOC list( ,wt itolh u ,g vW rn lgra. tsr p .html).
-1 Yes ❑x No (go to A.12)
b. If Yes to A.11(a) above, does this request for EDA investment assistance meet the SPOC
process established by the state?
❑ Yes ❑ No (go to question A.11.d)
c. If Yes to A.11(b) above, were SPOC comments/clearance received?
❑ Yes, and the comments/clearance are attached.
❑ No, the review period has exp red and no comments were received.
d. If No to question A.11(b) above, please explain any known reason for the lack of comments.
A.12. Justification for Sole Source Procurement
a. Will you subcontract work to complete part or all of this project?
Yes ❑ No
b. If Yes, will contracts be awarded by competitive bid?
❑x Yes n No
c. If contracts will not be awarded by competitive bid, please provide a j ustification. A
cost analysis will be necessary when adequate price competition is lacking, and for sole
source procurements, including contract modifications or change orders.
(See 15 C.F.R. § 14.40-14.48 or§ 24.36, as applicable.)
A.13. Assurances
For Construction investments, complete Form SF-424D.
For Non-Construction investments, complete Form SF-424B.
Note: If you are applying in hardcopy, you may access these forms as part of the application
package downloaded from www.GraniS.gov, from w ,Gran , r it { ib 424B- I ' .#
and ww rant , v/ 1, / 24D-V1.1. dt, or go to EDA's website at ........: ec ov.
SECTION B - REGIONAL ELIGIBILITY: , f '
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANTS FOR PUBLIC
OR ECONOMIC ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE ONLY
Public Works and,Economic Adjustment Assistance projects (including Revolving Loan Fund
Assistance and Design and Engineering Assistance) must satisfy regional eligibility requirements
(see 13 C.F.R. part 301). This section will assist EDA in determining if the proposed project satisfies
these eligibility requirements. Please answer all questions completely and accurately and attach
explanations and supporting documentation where applicable.
1. Identify the region upon which the applicant is basing the eligibility calculation.
City of Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa
a. If this region is different from the region described in Section A of this application,
please explain.
Same as Section A.
b. If this region is not defined by political boundaries (e.g., it is a neighborhood within a
large city rather than an autonomous town), provide a description of the project region
and documentation to show that: (i)the region is of sufficient size appropriate for the
proposed project, and (ii) the area used for regional eligiblity is the same as the area
that will benefit from the proposed project.
2. Source of data provided for regional eligibility determination: Check the source of data
used to determine regional eligibility, and attach an explanation and a copy of this data
(additional documentation or information applicants must provide may be submitted as
electronic attachments using the 'Attachments' form that is part of the application package
downloaded from v Granfs,c4 ,..,). The explanation must: (i) identify the data used (e.g.,
American Community Survey (ACS)); (ii) if the data used are other than the ACS, explain why
ACS data were not used; and (iii) if the data used are other than federal data, explain why
federal data were not used and identify the source of the non-federal data. ACS data
( xcen us i c ) should be used whenever possible, but if such data are not available,
the order of data preference is as listed below.
❑ a. The most recent ACS data published by the U.S. Census Bureau.
❑ b. The most recent other federal data for the region in which the project is located (e.g., U.S.
Census Bureau or the Bureaus of Economic Analysis, Labor Statistics, Indian Affairs, etc.)
❑ c. If no federal data are available, the most recent data available through the state
government for the region in which the project is located.
❑x d. Other data to substantiate regional eligibility based on a "Special Need" as defined in
13 C.F.R. § 300.3.
3. Economic Distress: Check all that apply in establishing regional eligibility
(see 13 C.F.R. § 301.3 (a)(1)):
❑ A. Unemployment rate: The project is located in a region that has an unemployment rate
that is, for the most recent 24-month period for which data are available, at least one
percentage point above the national unemployment rate.
❑ B. Per capita income: The project is located in a region t hat has a per capita income that
is, for the most recent period for which data are available, 80 percent or less of the
national average per capita income.
❑x C. Special need: The project is located in a region that has experienced or is about to
experience a "Special Need" (as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3) arising from actual or
threatened severe unem ployment or economic adjustment problems resulting from
severe short-term or long-term changes in economic conditions, including:
❑ Substantial out-m igration or population loss;
❑ Underemployment; that is, employment of workers at less than full-time or at less skilled
tasks than their training or abilities permit;
❑ Military base closure or realignment, defense contractor reductions-in-force, or U.S.
Department of Energy defense-related funding reductions;
❑x Natural or other major disasters or emergencies;
❑ Extraordinary depletion of natural resources;
❑ Closing or restructuring of ar industrial firm or loss of other major employer;
❑ Negative effects of changing trade patterns; or
❑ Other circumstances set forth in the applicable FFO (please explain below).
4. Substantial Direct Benefit: A project located within an Economic Development District (EDD)
that is located in a region that does not meet the economic distress criteria set forth in section
B.3 above, is also eligible for EDA investment assistance if EDA determines that
the project will be of"substantial direct benefit"to a geographic area within the EDD that meets
the distress criteria set forth in question B.3 above by providing significant employment
opportunities for unemployed, underemployed, or low-income residents of the distressed
geographic area within the EDD. If applicable, identify the EDD in which the proposed project
will be located, as well as the geographic area within the EDD that meets the economic distress
criteria detailed in section B.3. above, and explain how the proposed project will provide a
substantial direct benefit to this geographic area within the EDD. (See 13 C.F.R. § 301.3 (a)(2).)
❑x No, not applicable. The project is located in a region that meets the economic distress
criteria in section B.3.
❑ Yes, this project will provide a "substantial direct benefit"to residents of an area meeting
the economic distress criteria. Please provide an explanation below.
If Yes,
explain:
5. Project Beneficiaries: Identif y private sector employers that will benefit from the project, and
attach letters of commitment electronically (using the 'Attachments' form that is part of the
application package downloaded from...,.vww. .go ) or in hardcopy, if available. In the last
column, select 'Committed' if the company has committed to being a partner in the project or
'Interest Only' if it has merely expressed interest. PLEASE NOTE: Exhibit A must be completed
for EACH beneficiary listed in the chart below. The applicant must send an electronic or hard
copy of Exhibit A to each beneficiary. Each beneficiary should then complete Exhibit A and
return to the applicant. Once received, the applicant can attach Exhibit A (all copies)
electronically using the 'Attachments' form that is part of the application package downloaded
from www,Grants.gov or the applicant can submit Exhibit A(all copies) as part of a hard copy
application.
• If none, check this box, do not complete this chart, and go to Section C.
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Note: If EDA determines that your project merits further consideration, you will be required to
provide letters of commitment from the project's beneficiaries, verifying the above information.
SECTION E - BUDGETING AND STAFFING SUPPLEMENT:
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANTS
FOR NON-CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANCE ONLY
1. Explain the proposed use of any amounts budgeted for "Equipment," "Contractual," or
"Other," if any, on Form SF-424A, 'Budget Information - Non-Construction Programs.'
2. Explain the types of indirect costs, if any, on Form SF-424A.
Note: A completed Indirect Cost Rate Agreem ent or other documentation applicable to an indirect
cost rate determination will be requested if EDA selects the project for further consideration.
3. Identify key applicant staff who wi I undertake and complete project activities. Include a
description of the knowledge, organizational experience, and expertise of individual staff
members. In addition, explain how organizational resources will be used to complete project
activities. For National Technical Assistance, Training and Research and Evaluation projects,
specify which positions will be charged to the federal and non-federal portion of the project
budget. If project is construction ONLY, enter"Not Applicable." i
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SECTION K - TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANTS
FOR ECONOMIC ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE ONLY
Are you applying for a "Strategy Grant" under 13 C.F.R § 307.3. ?
❑ Yes x❑ No
SECTION M - TO BE COMPLETED BY
Are you applying for Construction Assistance?
Yes ❑ No
M.1. Metropolitan Area Review
a. Projects involving the development of hospitals, airports, libraries, water supply and
distribution facilities, sewage and waste treatment works, highways, transportation facilities,
water development, or land conservation within a metropolitan statistical area (MSA), require
comments from the metropolitan area clearinghouse/agency. Does the proposed project
involve any of the above identified developments within an MSA?
❑ Yes ❑x No
b. If Yes, please indicate which of the following you will be able to provide:
❑ Comments from the responsible metropolitan area clearinghouse/agency and a statement that
such comments have been considered; or
7 An explanation as to why comments are not available; or
❑ A statement indicating the date the application was made available to the appropriate
metropolitan area clearinghouse/agency and units of general local government for review and
certifying that the application has been before the metropolitan area clearingh ouse/agency for
a period of 60 days without comments or recommendations.
M.2. District Organization Project Administration
Will the District Organization for the region in which the project will be located administer the project
for the applicant? x Yes ❑ No
If Yes, you must certify to all of the following and indicate your certification by checking each box:
❑x The administration of the project is beyond the capacity of the applicant's current staff and would
require hiring additional staff or contracting for such services;
X No local organization/ business exists that could administer the project in a more efficient or
cost-effective manner than the District Organization; and
x The District Organization will administer the project without subcontracting the work.
If the project will be adminstered by the District Organization and you did not certify to all of the above,
explain below.
M.3. Engineering Report
An engineering report must be submitted if EDA selects the project for further consideration and
must include (at a minimum) the following information:
1. A statement of project components. Indicate if the proposed project involves the
construction of a new facility or facilities or the enlargement, expansion, renovation, or
replacement of an existing facility or facilities. Describe the existing facility and proposed
project components in terms of dimensions, capacities, quantities, etc.
2. Clear copies of sketches or scheriatics showing the general layout and location of the
project components.
3. A feasibility analysis. Include a review of existing conditions. Discuss any potential
problems that might delay construction and affect project components.
4. A proposed method of construction. Indicate whether the project will be constructed by
competitive bid, single contract, or multiple contracts. Indicate if any portion of the
construction work is proposed to be done by design/build, construction management at
risk, or by the applicant's own forces.
5. An estimate of useful life of the facility and an explanation of basis on which it is determined.
6. A current detailed construction cost estim ate for each of project component, showing
quantities, unit prices, and total costs.
7. A list of all permits required for the proposed project and the status of each permit.
8. An estimate of the number of months for each of the following: (i) design period, (ii) solicitation
of bids and awarding of contracts, and (iii) construction period.
Will you be able to provide this information? ❑x Yes n No (explain below)
Note: If this information is available at this time, you may submit it as an electronic attachment
through www.Grants.gov or in hardcopy.
MA. Title Requirements
a. Does the applicant currently hold title to all project facilities, underlying land, necessary
easements, and rights-of-way required for the project?
• Yes (go to question M.4.d) ❑ No (explain below)
b. If No, does the applicant plan to obtain title?
❑ Yes
How and when will the applicant obtain title? (After answering this, go to question M.4(d))
❑ No
Please explain why not (and answer question M.4(c))
c. If you indicated that the applicant does not currently have title and does not intend to obtain
title, does the applicant hold a long-term lease or hold interest in project property for a period
not less than the estimated useful life of the project?
❑ Yes No
If No, Please explain below why EDA should not require the applicant to have title to or a long-term
leasehold interest in the property.
d. Describe any required State perm its, easements, rights-of-way or leases necessary to
construct, operate, and maintain the project.
Permits will be required from the U.S . Army Corps of Engineers and the Iowa
Department of Natural Resources.
e. Describe any liens, mortgages, other encumbrances, reservations, reversionary interests
or other restrictions on the applicant's i nterest in the property.
None.
f. Is the project located on a military or Department of Energy installation that is closed or
scheduled for closure or realignment?
❑ Yes ❑x No
g. Does the project involve construction within a railroad's right-of-way or over a railroad crossing?
❑ Yes (explain below) No
h. Does the project include construction of a highway owned by a State or local government
(other than the applicant)?
❑ Yes (explain below) ❑x No
M.5` Sate or Lease
a. Does the applicant intend to sell, lease, transfer, dedicate or otherwise convey any interest
in the project facilities, underlying land, or any land improved with EDA investment assistance?
❑ Yes (explain below) El No
b. Is the purpose of the project to construct facilities to serve industrial or commercial parks or
sites owned by the applicant for sale or lease to private parties?
❑ Yes ❑x No
If Yes, identify the owners of the acreage, provide an estimate of the number of acres benefiting from
the proposed investment and explain how EDA's requirements will continue to be met after any sale
or lease.
Note: If EDA determines the project merits further consideration, the applicant will be asked to
provide documentation that EDA's requirements will continue to be met after the sale or lease.
c. Is the purpose of the project to construct facilities to serve privately-owned industrial or
commercial parks or sites for sale or lease?
❑ Yes 0No
If Yes, identify the owners of the acreage, provide an estimate of the number of acres benefiting from
the proposed investment, and explain below how EDA's requirements will continue to be met after the
sale or lease. Note that EDA may require evidence that the private party has title to the park or site
prior to such sale or lease and cond ition the award of investment assistance upon assurances given
by the private party that EDA determines are necessary to ensure consistency with the project
purpose(s). (See 13 C.F.R. § 314.7.)
d. For privately-owned land, is the private owner willing to enter into an agreement to limit the
sale price of the improved land to its fair market value before the improvements
for a reasonable period of time?
❑ Yes (explain below) ❑ No ❑x Not applicable (no private owners)
e. Is the purpose of the project to construct, renovate or purchase a building?
❑ Yes (explain below) ❑x No (go to M.6)
f. Will the building be leased in w hole or in part?
❑ Yes l (explain below) ❑ No
g. Is the purpose of the building to provide incubator space to new companies?
Yes (explain below) III No
h. Will there be limitations on the length of the lease term?
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[ Yes (explain below) ❑ No
Is the purpose of the project to provide building space to a single user or multiple users?
In either case, explain below the terms of the proposed lease.
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M.6. Ownership, Operation, Maintenance and Management
a. Briefly describe plans for the ownership, operation, maintenance and management of all
project facilities, including any land, improved land, structures, appurtenances thereto, other
improvements, or personal property.
All Storm Water Lift Stations will be owned, operated, maintained and
managed by the City of Waterloo. Lift stations will be regularly inspected.
Maintenance software will also be utilized to monitor lift station
operations_
Note: You will be asked to provide a legal opinion verifying your answers to these questions if
EDA selects the project for further consideration.
b. Will real property or project facilities to be acquired or improved with EDA investment
assistance be owned, operated, or maintained by an entity other than the applicant?
(See 13 C.F.R. § 314.7.) ❑ Yes (explain below) ❑x No
c. Will real property or project facilities to be acquired or improved with EDA investment
assistance, including any industrial or commercial park acreage, be mortgaged or used to
collateralize any type of financing, including but not limited to bonds or tax credits, or is any
real property to be used for the project currently mortgaged or being used as collatera I?
[ Yes (explain below) [ No
d. Will the applicant provide EDA a security interest or other statement of EDA's interest in the
real property or in significant items of tangible personal property acquired or improved with
EDA investment assistance? (See 13 C.F.R. § § 314.8 and 314.9.)
[ Yes ❑ No (explain below)
e. Is (or was) any real property to be acquired or improved with the proposed EDA investment
assistance subject to eminent domain proceedings or the threat of such proceedings?
0 Yes (explain below) 0 No
f. Does the project include the acquisition or improvement of significant items of tangible
personal property (i.e., items that are moveable and not permanently attached to the land,
such as business equipment, furniture or vehicles)?
❑ Yes (explain below) ❑x No
M.7. Calculation of Estimated Relocation and Land Acquisition Expenses
All applicants must complete the "Calculation of Estimated Relocation and Land Acquisition
Expenses" form (see Exhibit E), and enter the estimated total for"costs incidental to land
acquisition" (line item 1) on line item 3 ("relocation expenses and payments") of Form SF-424C,
'Budget Information - Construction Programs.' This is separate from the estimated purchase price
of the property.
a. Are relocation expenses part of the proposed project's EDA budget?
❑ Yes ❑x No
b. Will the proposed project cause the displacem ent of individuals, families, businesses or farms?
❑ Yes ❑x No
If Yes, explain how relocation procedures will comply with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and
Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1990 (13 C.F.R. § 302.5 ; see Certification #11 on Form
SF-424D, 'Assurances - Construction Programs, for an explanation of this requirement.)
M.8. Environmental Requirements
a. Provide a brief physical description of the project site, noting topography, vegetation, bodies
of water, and location and condition of any man-made structures or buildings. If available,
provide a Geographic Information System (GIS) analysis of the sensitive environmental
areas, including contaminated sites, archeological sites, properties or sites listed on the
National Register of Historic Places, and wetlands that are within a two-mile radius of the
project site.
Attached is a Map showing the locations of the proposed lift stations. All
lift stations will be located near the existing levee system (on the dry
side) . Although near or adjacent to what could be considered wetlands, any
work would be on ground previously impacted by the levee construction.
b. Will the project be located in or adjacent to a floodplain or wetland area?
x❑ Yes (explain) All lift stations will be located on the "dry side" of
❑ No the existing levee system.
c. Will the project be located in or adjacent to an area with known hazardous or toxic
contamination?
x❑ Yes (explain) Adjacent to Westfield site only (on opposite side of
river) .
❑ No
d. Will there be any toxic or hazardous waste or asbestos removal associated with the project?
] Yes (explain)
No
e. Will the project impact any archeological sites, buildings or structures older than 50 years,
or any properties listed or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places?
] Yes (explain)
No
Note: If EDA determines that the applicant's project m erits further consideration, the applicant will be
required to submit materials to the appropriate State Historic Preservation Officer(SHPO).
Regardless of whether the applicant believes historic or archaeological artifacts are present, the
applicant will be required to provide the SHPO with: (i) a narrative description of the project's
elements and its location; (ii) a map of the area surrounding the project that identifies the project site,
adjacent streets, and other identifiable objects; (iii) line drawings or sketches of the project; and(iv)
photographs of the affected properties if building demolition or renovation is involved.
Please note that the clearance process can be lengthy. When subm itting this material to the
SHPO, the applicant must request that the SHPO submit comments on the proposed project to the
EDA Regional Office processing the application. If the a pplicant has already received com ments from
the SHPO, please provide as an electronic attachment(using the 'Attachments'form that is part of the
application package downloaded from .Gra t . ov) or in hardcopy.
f. Will this project result in any other adverse environmental impacts that could affect
endangered or threatened species, scenic rivers, or other sensitive ecological habitats?
❑ Yes (explain)
No
g. Has an environmental impact statement or other similar analysis been completed for this
proposed project or for other activities in the region?
❑ Yes (explain)
0 No (explain) An impact study was done prior to the levee
construction in 1972 . No current study exists.
Federal agencies are required by law to assess the expected environmental impacts associated with
proposed federal actions.
IF EDA SELECTS THE PROJECT FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION, EDA may request additional
information to obtain an understanding of the current environmental conditions and the project
elements that will affect the environment.
It is important to understand the comprehensive nature of the information required to complete an
environmental review in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Information
must be provided for the: (i) site(s) where the proposed project facilities will be constructed and the
surrounding areas affected by its operation; and (ii) areas to be affected by any primary beneficiaries
of the project. The information submitted must be sufficient to evaluate all reasonable alternatives to
the proposed project and the direct and indirect environmental impacts of the project, as well as the
cumulative impacts on the environment as defined in the regulations for implementing the procedural
provisions of NEPA(see 40 C.F.R. parts 1500-1508). The level of detail should be commensurate
with the complexity and size of the project and the magnitude of the expected impact. Previously
completed environmental impact documentation (assessments, impact statements, etc.) for activities
in the region in which the proposed project will be located may be used as documentation.
h. Will you be able to provide the above information? 0 Yes ❑ No (explain)
Note: If EDA selects the project for further consideration, the template for the e nvironmental
narrative that the applicant will be required to submit is available at the 'Funding Opportunities'
portion of tifwvveda,gov. If you currently have this information, you may submit it as an electronic
attachment(using the 'Attachments'form that is part of the application package downloaded from
w,. r° . .c ) or in hardcopy.
SECTION N TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANTS
"` FOR DESIGN AND ENGINEERING
ASSISTANCE ONLY
Is the primary purpose of the EDA investment to accomplish only the design and engineering work
required? E Yes [ No
Exhibit C.
P �C��TY �UIL�pjNG�I�I�U�ES�
� ADDI�TIONALnASS 1°RAICES � �
1. Will comply with applicable regulations regarding indirect cost rates, if indirect costs are included in
the application.
2. Will comply with the requirement that this investment assistance will not provide a proprietary benefit
to a private individual, a for-profit corporation or other commercial entity.
3. Understands that attorneys' or consultants' fees, whether direct or indirect, expended for securing or
obtaining EDA investment assistance are not eligible costs. See 13 C.F.R. § 302.10(a).
4. Understands that conflicts of interest or appearances of conflicts of interest are prohibited and may
jeopardize this application, or result in the forfeiture of investment funds. A conflict of interest occurs,
for example, where a representative, official, employee, architect, attorney, engineer or inspector of the
applicant, or a representative or official of the federal, State or local government, has a direct or indirect
financial interest in the acquisition or furnishing of any materials, equipment, or services to or in
connection with the project. See 13 C.F.R. § 302.17.
5. Will comply with the reporting requirements under the Government Performance and Results Act
(GPRA) of 1993 for measuring and reporting project performance.
Mayor
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City of Waterloo, Iowa
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Exhibit D.
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1. Will operate and maintain the facility in accordance with at least the minimum standards as may be
required or prescribed by applicable federal, State and local agencies for the maintenance and
operation of such facilities.
2 Will require the facility to be designed to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
(ADA) (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.)
and the Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities regulations, as amended (36 CFR part
1191), and will be responsible for conducting inspections to insure compliance with these
requirements.
3. For the two-year period beginning on the date EDA investment assistance is awarded, will refrain from
employing, offering any office or employment to, or retaining for professional services any person who,
on the date on which the investment assistance is awarded or within the one-year (1) period ending on
that date, served as an officer, attorney, agent or employee of the Department of Commerce and
occupied a position or engaged in activities that EDA determines involved discretion with respect to the
award of investment assistance under PWEDA. See section 606 of PWEDA and 13 C.F.R. §302.10(b).
4. Will have no facilities under ownership, lease or supervision to be utilized in this project that are
listed or under consideration for listing on EPA's List of Violating Facilities.
5. Will comply with Executive Order 12699, "Seismic Safety of Federal and Federally Assisted or
Regulated New Building Construction," which imposes requirements that federally-assisted
facilities be designed and constructed in accordance with the most current local building codes
determined by the awarding agency or by the Interagency Committee for Seismic Safety in
Construction (ICSSC) and the most recent edition of the American National Standards Institute
Standards A58, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures.
6. Will observe and comply with federal procurement rules, as set forth in 15 CFR parts 14 or 24, as
applicable, for award of any contracts for architectural engineering, grant administration services,
or construction financed with EDA investment assistance.
7. Understands that attorneys' or consultants' fees, whether direct or indirect, expended for securing
or obtaining EDA investment assistance are not eligible costs. See 13 C.F.R. § 302.10(a).
8. Understands that conflicts of interest or appearances of conflicts of interest are prohibited and may
jeopardize this application, or result in the forfeiture of investment funds. A conflict of interest
occurs, for example, where a representative, official, employee, architect, attorney, engineer or
inspector of the applicant, or a representative or official of the Federal, State or local government,
has a direct or indirect financial interest in the acquisition or furnishing of any materials, equipment
or services to or in connection with the project. See 13 C.F.R. § 302.17.
9. Will comply with the reporting requirements under the Government Performance and Results Act
of 1993 (GPRA)for measuring and reporting project performance.
Mayor
SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED CERTIFYING OFFICIAL TITLE
City of Waterloo, Iowa
APPLICANT ORGANIZATION DATE
Exhibit E.
CALCULATION OF ESTIMATED RELOCATION
AND LAND ACQUISITION EXPENSES
Are you applying for Construction Assistance? X1 Yes ❑ No
ITEM 1. COSTS INCIDENTAL TO LAND ACQUISITION - ESTIMATES
Number of land transactions involved (including options, easements and rights-of-way):
Recording fees, transfer taxes, surveys, appraisals, title
search and similar expenses•Section 303(1) o.00
Penalty costs-Section 303(2) o.00
Real Property taxes-Section 303(3) o.00
Litigation expenses-Section 304(a) o.00
Total - Estimated costs incidental to transfer of title o.00
ITEM 2. RELOCATION - ESTIMATES
a. TENANTS - Estimates: Number of Claims
(1) Moving Expenses:
Actual Expenses-Section 202(a)(1) o.00
In lieu payments-Section 202(b) o.00
Total - Moving Expenses o.00
(2) Replacement housing payments:
Rental payments-Section 204(1) o.00
Down payment-Section 204(2) o.00
Total- Replacement housing payments o.00
Total- Estimated Tenants o.00
b. OWNER-OCCUPANTS - Estimates: Number of Claims
(1) Moving expenses:
Actual Expenses-Section 202(a)(1) o.00
In lieu payments-Section 202(b) o.00
Total- Moving Expenses o.00
(2) Replacement housing payments:
Purchase payments-Section 203(a)(1) o.00
Reasonable replacement costs-Section 203(a)(1)(A) o.00
Increased interest costs-Section 203(a)(1)(B) o.00
Closing costs-Section 203(a)(1)(C) o.00
Rental payments-Section 204(1) o.00
Down payment-Section 204(2) o.00
Total - Replacement housing payments o.00
Total- Estimated Owner-Occupants o.00
c. BUSINESS - Estimates: Number of Claims
Moving Expenses:
Actual Expenses-Section 202(a)(1) o.00
Actual loss of tangible personal property-Section 202(a)(2) o.00
Actual searching expenses-Section 202(a)(3) o.00
In lieu payments-Section 202(c) o.00
Total- Estimated Business o.00
d. NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS - Estimates: Number of Claims
Moving Expenses:
Actual Expenses-Section 202(a)(1) o.00
Actual loss of tangible personal property-Section 202(a)(2) o.00
Actual searching expenses-Section 202(a)(3) o.00
In lieu payments-Section 202(c) o.00
Total- Estimated Nonprofit Organizations o.00
e. FARM OPERATIONS - Estimates: Number of Claims
Moving Expenses:
Actual Expenses-Section 202(a)(1) o.00
Actual loss of tangible personal property-Section 202(a)(2) o.00
Actual searching expenses-Section 202(a)(3) o.00
In lieu payments-Section 202(c) o.00
Total- Estimated Farm Operations o.00
f.ADVISORY SERVICES -Estimates: Number of Claims
Total- Expenses of grantee/borrower-Section 205 0.00
g.ADMINISTRATION - Estimates: Number of Claims
Contracting with individual,firm, association, or corporation-
Section 212 0.00
Agreement w/ Federal or State government agency or
instrumentality- Section 212 o.00
Total- Estimated Administration o.00
ITEM 3. GRAND TOTAL
Enter the sum of Items 1 and 2 (parts (a)through (g)) in this Item
GRAND TOTAL RELOCATION EXPENSES o.00
EXHIBIT A.1
Waterloo Project
EXHIBIT A.1
Investment (Project) Region
The Waterloo Storm Water Lift Stations Project (hereafter Project) benefits the City of
Waterloo, Iowa and particularly several business districts and surrounding areas that were
affected by the inability of the existing system to handle the storm waters from the 2008
flooding. With flooding reaching record levels during 2008, the storm sewer outlets into
the Cedar River, which normally handle runoff, were required to be closed to avoid the
flood from backing up through the outlets. If left open, water would have flowed through
the outlets from the river into the City. Unfortunately, when the outlets were closed, the
normal system that evacuates water from the storm sewer system into the river ceases,
causing the storm sewer to flood into the various areas proposed to be covered by this
project. Attached is a map showing the location of the proposed lift stations. Also
attached is an informational brochure prepared by the City describing the areas affected
in more detail.
As a result, significant impact on businesses within the areas affected was experienced.
In addition, the backup of water created transportation disruptions within the City that
limited the ability of people to use normal routes, thus affecting the entire business
community, even those not directly flooded.
Waterloo is located within the area covered by Presidential Disaster declaration, FEMA-
1737-DR, 1763-DR.
EXHIBIT A.2
Waterloo Project
EXHIBIT A.2
Investment (Project) Description
The Project consists of installation of five (5) storm water lift stations that would have the
capacity to pump water from the City's storm sewer system into the Cedar River(over
the existing levees) in times where the existing system is unable to keep up with the
runoff and during times when, like 2008, the inlets into the Cedar River that normally
carry the runoff are closed due to river levels. The pumps will have the capacity to pump
water levels consistent with the 100-year frequency storm, thus eliminating or
significantly reducing the flooding in the areas.
Specific economic benefits of the Project include:
a) Blowers Creek Station. During the 2008 flood over fifty (50) businesses in the
Blowers Creek area were affected by flooding resulting in approximately $1M in
damages. These businesses employ approximately 450 employees.
b) Virden St. Station. During the 2008 flood over thirty (30) businesses in the
Virden St. area were affected by flooding resulting in approximately $2M in
damages. These businesses employ approximately 700 employees.
c) Vinton/18th St. Station. During the 2008 flood over seventy (70) businesses in
the Vinton/18th St. area were affected by flooding resulting in approximately
$7.2M in damages. These businesses employ approximately 400 employees. This
area is the Rath Brownfield area that EDA has previously provided funding for.
d) Westfield Ave. Station. During the 2008 flood over thirty (30) businesses in the
Westfield Ave. area were affected by flooding resulting in approximately $2M in
damages. These businesses employ approximately 1,500 employees.
e) Dry Run Creek Station. During the 2008 flood over two hundred (200)
businesses in the Dry Run Creek area were affected by flooding resulting in
approximately $4M in damages. These businesses employ approximately 2,500
employees.
EXHIBIT A.3
Waterloo Project
EXHIBIT A.3
Economic Development Needs
The City of Waterloo is currently recovering from the flooding of 2008 as well as
experiencing the economic downturn of the entire nation. FEMA awarded Waterloo over
$3.4M in Public Assistance awards following the 2008 disasters. Of that amount, $1.8M
was for Emergency Protective measures and Debris Removal, and $1.6M was for
Permanent Repairs. Significant numbers of businesses were inundated with water.
Although the levee system constructed between 1972 and 1985 performed its function
and maintained the flood waters within the levee system, for the most part, the record
flood levels created problems due to the fact that the normal storm sewer drainage system
was closed due to the river level, causing water that would normally have escaped into
the river, to back up into businesses and neighborhoods. Temporary pumps were
borrowed from Deere & Co. but were inadequate to keep up with the rising water.
Five areas targeted by this Project were significantly impacted, including the Rath
Brownfield area, where businesses suffered millions of dollars in losses due to flooding.
This area was previously improved through an EDA grant and has developed into a
successful business area. Concern from the area businesses, in the Rath area, as well as
the other areas targeted by this proposal, have asked the City how it intends to deal with
the possibility of future flooding. Development of additional businesses in the areas
depends, in large part, upon the business community's satisfaction that the problems are
being corrected.
The City is aware of at least one business in the impacted areas that would likely expand
if it had assurances that the flooding issue has been dealt with. Significant potential for
additional development also exists from other businesses.
Additional detail is provided in the City of Waterloo Storm Water Lift Station Project
Overview attached to the Application.
EXHIBIT A.4
Waterloo Project
EXHIBIT A.4
Investment (Project) Impact and Fit With EDA Funding Priorities
The Project consists of infrastructure improvements directly aligned with the purpose of
the Second Supplemental Appropriations Disaster Relief Opportunity. The damages to
the businesses of Waterloo resulting from the storm water backup and inability of the
existing system to handle the flow will be substantially alleviated through
implementation of this project. The City estimates that at least 380 businesses were
directly affected in areas that will be covered by this project. Additional numbers of
businesses will be indirectly benefited, as well as a number of residential areas.
This Project fits within the EDA Funding Priorities as outlined in the Second
Supplemental Appropriations Disaster Relief Opportunity FFO. The funding priorities
outlined are:
1. Investments in support of long-term, coordinated and collaborative regional
economic development strategies:
a) Waterloo is the largest incorporated city in Black Hawk and surrounding
counties and serves as a major regional business hub for residents and businesses in
that region. Protection of the businesses within the project areas is a significant
benefit to the City of Waterloo and surrounding areas in that the continued ability of
businesses to operate, even during times of disaster such as the flooding of 2008, is
important to the entire community and region.
b) The Project has the support of the City, its government and its citizens. This
Project is a significant addition to the protection provided by the levee system in
Waterloo, which represents a$43M federal investment through the Corp of
Engineers. This project adds additional protection to important inner city business
areas and will provide protection for much of the business damage that arises during
flooding events.
2. Investments that support innovation and competitiveness:
a) The 380 businesses directly impacted by this project are large and small and
cover the breadth of retail, commercial and industrial establishments in Waterloo.
b) Transportation infrastructure that is vital to commerce within the City will be
provided additional protection from flood events allowing employees, customers and
suppliers access to businesses.
c) Additional flood protection will encourage location and expansion of
businesses within the designated areas. Many of these businesses are those in
EXHIBIT A.4
Waterloo Project
symbiotic relationships with companies such as Deere & Co. and are vital to the local
economy.
3. Encourage Entrepreneurship.
a) Many of the businesses directly impacted by flood waters are small businesses
that are owned and run by entrepreneurs. The protected areas also contain many
opportunities at rental rates commensurate with entrepreneurial start-up businesses.
EXHIBIT M.8
EXHIBIT M.8
Environmental Requirements
The Project will involve construction and installation of storm water lift stations at 5 sites in
the City where existing storm sewer capacity was exceeded by the flood of 2008, both
because of the amount of rain and drainage and because river levels required the closure of
storm sewer outlets into the river, the normal method of removal of storm water discharge
from city streets.
Preliminary review by City engineering staff has revealed the probable need for the
following permits, in connection with the Project:
1. US Army Corps of Engineers (Clean Water Act)
2. Iowa Department of Natural Resources
3. Iowa SHPO §104 compliance (possible)
As construction will take place outside the existing levee system (dry side), it is anticipated
that Corp of Engineers and IDNR approval will be obtained without significant impact or
delay in the project.