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Home My WebLink AboutRISE applications for Geraldine Rd & NEIP-12/16/2013Mayor BUCK CLARK COUNCIL MEvIBERS DAVID JONES Ward 1 CAROLYN COLE Ward2 HAROLD GETTY Ward 3 QUENTIN HART Ware' 4 RON WELPER Ward 5 BOB GREENWOOD 1r -Large STEVE SCHMITT At -Large pf ' CF WATEif Lw IOWA COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 715 Mulberry Street ® Waterloo, lowa 50703-5783 e (319) 291-4356 Fax (319) 291-4262 . NOEL, C. ANDERSON, Community Planning & De:.'aby%ze rDU-e ter ' CITY OF WATERLOO Council Communication City Council Meeting: December 16, 2013 Prepared: December 11, 2013 Dept. Head Signature: Noel Anderson, Community Planning & Development Director # of Attachments: 3 SUBJECT: Approve a resolution authorizing the submission of two applications for R.I.S.E. funding for Local Development, and approve the Memorandum of Understanding with INRCOG for the writing, preparation, and submittal of said grants, for the westerly expansion of Geraldine Road, and for a new road on city - owned land west of the existing Northeast Industrial Park location in estimated amounts of $891,560, and $857,703, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign and fully execute all necessary documents. Submitted by: Noel Anderson, Community Planning & Development Director Recommended City Council Action: Adopt resolution and authorize signatures as requested. Summary Statement: As you may recall, the City of Waterloo has utilized RISE funds over the years in growing industrial areas throughout the community. The City is continuing to see good development in the SouthPort area as well as the Northeast Industrial Park, and believes it would be wise to apply for these grant funds to continue to have lots available for development. The two projects would work to create 15-20 lots in total between the two sites. The City will use Local Option Sale Tax funds for match of the RISE road funds, and work with local developers and utilization of TIF funds for other infrastructure improvements to the sites. The Revitalize Iowa's Sound Economy (RISE) application is a state funding source for the investment of infrastructure for economic development purposes. The Local Development program can allow for 50% funding of projects. You will also find attached a Memorandum of Understanding for INRCOG to write the proposed RISE grant application on behalf of the City of Waterloo. As in the past, INRCOG would not be paid unless the application is successful, at a maximum of $2,000.00. CITY WEBSITE: wwwci.waterioo.ia.us WE'RE WORKING FOR YOU! An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative ActionEmployer Expenditure Required: $447,780 ($2,000 for INRCOG) and $430,851($2,000 for INRCOG) in matching funds — if successful in gaining grant Source of Funds: Local Option and TIF funds Policy Issue: Economic Development Alternative: Not apply Background Information: As a part of bringing development to this area, the City of Waterloo is working to provide a competitive site for businesses, and will be applying for Iowa Department of Transportation Local Development RISE funding to construct Geraldine Road from its current westerly point to head westerly. This would provide for more lots. The site is currently zoned "M-1" Light Industrial District, which will allow for professional offices, commercial, and industrial development. The Northeast site area is quickly developing as well, with the construction of over 40,000 sq. ft.in new industrial buildings the last two years. The opening up of the land to the west will allow the City to have larger development sites and options for continued development. INRCOG No ,. 1VUf'i1.ii��ItI:E> 229 E. Park Ave. Waterloo, IA 50703 Phone 319-235-0311 Fax 319-235-2891 December 10, 2013 Noel Anderson Community Planning & Development Director 715 Mulberry St. Waterloo, Iowa 50703 Dear Noel: RE: RISE Application Geraldine Rd. Extension As requested, enclosed are two copies of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for grant writing services relating to the above referenced project. We understand that the City intends to submit an application for RISE Local Development, which typically will fund up to 50 percent of eligible project costs. Applications are due to the Iowa DOT by February 1, 2014 for the next funding cycle. The MOU has a maximum not to exceed cost of $2,000.00. Payment is due to INRCOG only if the grant application is successful. If acceptable, we ask that you place this MOU on the next regularly scheduled council agenda for consideration, and return one original copy to us. We will look to place approval of the application on the council agenda in mid-January. If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact me at your earliest convenience. Sincerely, Andrea White Director of Transportation Enc. GRANT APPLICATION MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING This Memorandum of Understanding is between the City of Waterloo, Iowa hereinafter referred to as City, and the Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments hereinafter referred to as INRCOG. WHEREAS, the City of wishes to engage INRCOG's grant writing services for the following project: Type of Grant: RISE: Local Development Project Description: Geraldine Rd. Extension INRCOG will not charge the City in advance for grant preparation services; however, in the event that RISE funding is awarded to the City for this project, INRCOG will submit a grant preparation invoice in the amount of one and one-half percent (not to exceed $2, 000.00) of the funds awarded, to be paid by the City from local funds. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, INRCOG and the City of Waterloo have executed this Memorandum of Understanding as of this / (p day of ,Qpl € i j e , 2013. City of Wa yloo, Iowa BY: 74Q ATTEST: Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments BY: kif Executive Director ATTEST: ,.- , GRANT APPLICATION MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING This Memorandum of Understanding is between the City of Waterloo, Iowa hereinafter referred to as City, and the Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments hereinafter referred to as INRCOG. WHEREAS, the City of wishes to engage 1NRCOG's grant writing services for the following project: Type of Grant: RISE: Local Development Project Description: Northeast Industrial Park Roadway INRCOG will not charge the City in advance for grant preparation services; however, in the event that RISE funding is awarded to the City for this project, INRCOG will submit a grant preparation invoice in the amount of one and one-half percent (not to exceed $2, 000.00) of the funds awarded, to be paid by the City from local funds. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, INRCOG and the City of Waterloo have executed this Memorandum of Understanding as of this /41` day of aRG` , 2013. City of Waterl'o Iowa BY: ATTEST: ayor Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments BY: Executive Director ATTEST: P 2,.- t,a.:.... RESOLUTION NO. 2-013- /057 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA APPROVING A RISE APPLICATION; DESIGNATING THE MAYOR AS THE OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE CITY, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO AFFIX HIS SIGNATURE TO SAID APPLICATION AND PROVIDING FINANCIAL ASSURANCES IN CONJUNCTION WITH SAME, AND ACCEPTING RESPONSIBILITY FOR GERALDINE ROAD WHEREAS, the City of Waterloo wishes to expand the industrial area located adjacent to Airline Highway and south of the Waterloo Regional Airport; and WHEREAS, the existing South Port development is near capacity and the extension of Geraldine Road will provide access to eight additional lots; and WHEREAS, the involved land is within the corporate limits of Waterloo; and, WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Waterloo to avail itself of financial assistance through the Revitalize Iowa's Sound Economy (RISE) Program as administered by the Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT); NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Waterloo, Iowa, as follows: (1) The RISE application for the extension of Geraldine Road is hereby approved and endorsed by the City Council of Waterloo, Iowa as necessary to meet the future needs of the community. (2) The roadway provided for in this application will be dedicated to public use and adequately maintained by the City of Waterloo. (3) The City assures the Iowa DOT that funds for local match of 50 percent of the local eligible share have been committed to the RISE project. (4) The Mayor is hereby designated as the official representative of the City and is further hereby directed and authorized to affix his signature to said application and certain State assurances in conjunction with same. Passed and adopted this �� day of December, 2013. rnest G. Clark, Mayor ATTEST: Suzy Schares, C ty Clerk CERTIFICATION To the best of my knowledge and belief, all information included in this application is true and accurate, including the commitment of all physical and financial resources. This application has been duly authorized by the participating local government(s). I understand the attached RESOLUTIONS) binds the participating local governments to assume responsibility for adequate maintenance of any new or improved city streets or secondary roads. I hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that any award of RISE funds; any subsequent letting of contracts for design, construction, reconstruction, improvement or maintenance; or the furnishing of materials therefore; shall not involve direct or indirect interest, prohibited by Iowa Code Section 15A.2, 314.2, 362.5 or 331.342, of any state, county, or city official, elective or appointive. Any award of RISE funding or any letting of a contract in violation of the foregoing provisions shall invalidate the award of RISE funding and authorize a complete recovery of any funds previously disbursed. I understand that, although this information is sufficient to secure a commitment of funds, a firm contract between the applicant and the Department is required prior to the authorization of funds. Representipg the City of Waterloo Signed: -13 Signature in Ink Daze Signed Ernest G. Clark, Mayor December 16, 2013 Attes ed: T `am- an Title Typed Date 1Z l' -13 gnature in Ink Date Signed Suzy Schares, City lerk December 16, 2013 Typed Name and Title Typed Date 5 ,i, town 13epartment of Transportation Form 105101 (03-09) MINORITY IMPACT STATEMENT Pursuant to 2008 Iowa Acts, HF 2393, Iowa Code Section 8.11, all grant applications submitted to the state of Iowa that are due beginning January 1, 2009 shall include a Minority Impact Statement. This is the state's mechanism for requiring grant applicants to consider the potential impact of the grant project's proposed programs or policies on minority groups. Please choose the statement(s) that pertains to this grant application. Complete all the information requested for the chosen statement(s). Submit additional pages as necessary. ❑ The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique positive impact on minority persons. Describe the positive impact expected from this project. Indicate which group is impacted: ❑ Women ❑ Persons with a disability ❑ Blacks 0 Latinos ❑ Asians 0 Pacific Islanders ❑ American Indians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans ❑ Other 0 The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique negative impact on minority persons. Describe the negative impact expected from this project. Present the rationale for the existence of the proposed program or policy. Provide evidence of consultation with representatives of the minority groups impacted. 9 Indicate which group is impacted: D Women ❑ Persons with a disability ❑ Blacks ❑ Latinos 0 Asians 0 Pacific Islanders 0 American Indians 0 Alaskan Native Americans 0 Other ® The proposed grant project programs or policies are not expected to have a disproportionate or unique impact on minority persons. Present the rationale for determining no impact. This project involves the extension of a public street that will be open to and accessible by all persons. Therefore, this project is not expected to have a disproportionate or unique impact on minority persons. I hereby certify that the information on this form is complete and accurate, to the best of my knowledge: Name: Ernest G. Clark Title: Mayor Definitions "Minority Persons," as defined in Iowa Code Section 8.11, means individuals who are women, persons with a disability, Blacks, Latinos, Asians or Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and Alaskan Native Americans. "Disability," as defined in Iowa Code Section 15.102, subsection 7, paragraph "b," subparagraph (1): b. As used in this subsection: (1) "Disability" means, with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual, a record of physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual, or being regarded as an individual with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual. "Disability" does not include any of the following: (a) Homosexuality or bisexuality. (b) Transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments or other sexual behavior disorders. (c) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania. (d) Psychoactive substance abuse disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs. "State Agency," as defined in Iowa Code Section 8.11, means a department, board, bureau, commission, or other agency or authority of the state of Iowa. 10 INRCOG 1.1i ilk ij(.1..�13ai`..C. /12, 171a11i.S 229 E. Park Ave. Waterloo, IA 50703 Phone 819-235-0311 Fax 319-235-2891 December 10, 2013 Noel Anderson Community Planning & Development Director 715 Mulberry St. Waterloo, Iowa 50703 Dear Noel: RE: RISE Application Northeast Industrial Park Roadway As requested, enclosed are two copies of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for grant writing services relating to the above referenced project. We understand that the City intends to submit an application for RISE Local Development, which typically will fund up to 50 percent of eligible project costs. Applications are due to the Iowa DOT by February 1, 2014 for the next funding cycle. The MOU has a maximum not to exceed cost of $2,000.00. Payment is due to INRCOG only if the grant application is successful. If acceptable, we ask that you place this MOU on the next regularly scheduled council agenda for consideration, and return one original copy to us. We will look to place approval of the application on the council agenda in mid-January. If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact me at your earliest convenience. Sincerely, Andrea White Director of Transportation Enc. GRANT APPLICATION MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING This Memorandum of Understanding is between the City of Waterloo, Iowa hereinafter referred to as City, and the Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments hereinafter referred to as INRCOG_ WHEREAS, the City of wishes to engage INRCOG's grant writing services for the following project: Type of Grant: RISE: Local Development Project Description: Northeast Industrial Park Roadway INRCOG will not charge the City in advance for grant preparation services; however, in the event that RISE funding is awarded to the City for this project, INRCOG will submit a grant preparation invoice in the amount of one and one-half percent (not to exceed $2, 000.00) of the funds awarded, to be paid by the City from local funds. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, INRCOG and the City of Waterloo have executed this Memorandum of Understanding as of this /C day of !Li Cet tz,t_ , 2013. City of Wat rloo, Iowa BY: ,f)./ /dly," Mayor ATTEST: �Q Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments BY: k\NN Executive Director ATTEST: CERTIFICATION To the best of my knowledge and belief, all information included in this application is true and accurate, including the commitment of all physical and financial resources. This application has been duly authorized by the participating local government(s). I understand the attached RESOLUTION(S) binds the participating local governments to assume responsibility for adequate maintenance of any new or improved city streets or secondary roads. I hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that any award of RISE funds; any subsequent letting of contracts for design, construction, reconstruction, improvement or maintenance; or the furnishing of materials therefore; shall not involve direct or indirect interest, prohibited by Iowa Code Section 15A.2, 314.2, 362.5 or 331.342, of any state, county, or city official, elective or appointive. Any award of RISE funding or any letting of a contract in violation of the foregoing provisions shall invalidate the award of RISE funding and authorize a complete recovery of any funds previously disbursed. I understand that, although this information is sufficient to secure a commitment of funds, a firm contract between the applicant and the Department is required prior to the authorization of funds. Representing the City of Waterloo SIlgmmed- Signature in Date Signed Ernest G. Clark, Mayor December 16, 2013 Typed Name and Title Typed Date Attest Sintature in Ink Suzy Schares, C ty Clerk iq-1--13 Date Signed December 16, 2013 Typed Name and Tide Typed Date 5 Iowa Department of Transportation NO Form 105101 (03-09) MINORITY IMPACT STATEMENT Pursuant to 2008 Iowa Acts, HF 2393, Iowa Code Section 8.11, all grant applications submitted to the state of Iowa that are due beginning January 1, 2009 shall include a Minority Impact Statement. This is the state's mechanism for requiring grant applicants to consider the potential impact of the grant project's proposed programs or policies on minority groups. Please choose the statement(s) that pertains to this grant application. Complete all the information requested for the chosen statement(s). Submit additional pages as necessary. D The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique positive impact on minority persons. Describe the positive impact expected from this project. Indicate which group is impacted: ❑ Women 0 Persons with a disability 0 Blacks 0 Latinos 0 Asians ❑ Pacific Islanders 0 American Indians 0 Alaskan Native Americans ❑ Other 0 The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique negative impact on minority persons. Describe the negative impact expected from this project. Present the rationale for the existence of the proposed program or policy. Provide evidence of consultation with representatives of the minority groups impacted. 9 Indicate which group is impacted: 9 Women 0 Persons with a disability ❑ Blacks ❑ Latinos ❑ Asians 0 Pacific Islanders 0 American Indians 0 Alaskan Native Americans 0 Other ® The proposed grant project programs or policies are not expected to have a disproportionate or unique impact on minority persons. Present the rationale for determining no impact. This project involves the construction of a public street that will be open to and accessible by all persons. Therefore, this project is not expected to have a disproportionate or unique impact on minority persons. I hereby certify that the information on this form is complete and accurate, to the best of my knowledge: Name: Ernest G. Clark Title: Mayor Definitions "Minority Persons," as defined in Iowa Code Section 8.11, means individuals who are women, persons with a disability, Blacks, Latinos, Asians or Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and Alaskan Native Americans. "Disability," as defined in Iowa Code Section 15.102, subsection 7, paragraph "b," subparagraph (1): b. As used in this subsection: (1) Disability" means, with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual, a record of physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual, or being regarded as an individual with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual. Disability" does not include any of the following: (a) Homosexuality or bisexuality. (b) Transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments or other sexual behavior disorders. (c) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania. (d) Psychoactive substance abuse disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs. "State Agency," as defined in Iowa Code Section 8.11, means a department, board, bureau, commission, or other agency or authority of the state of Iowa. 10 RESOLUTION NO. Z c'[ 31657 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA APPROVING A RISE APPLICATION; DESIGNATING THE MAYOR AS THE OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE CITY, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO AFFIX HIS SIGNATURE TO SAID APPLICATION AND PROVIDING FINANCIAL ASSURANCES IN CONJUNCTION WITH SAME, AND ACCEPTING RESPONSIBILITY FOR ROADWAYS ASSOCIATED WITH THE NORTHEAST INDUSTRIAL PARK WHEREAS, the City of Waterloo wishes to expand the industrial area located between Newell St. and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive west of Northeast Drive; and WHEREAS, the existing industrial area is near capacity and the construction of a new roadway will provide access to nine additional lots; and WHEREAS, the involved land is within the corporate limits of Waterloo; and, WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Waterloo to avail itself of financial assistance through the Revitalize Iowa's Sound Economy (RISE) Program as administered by the Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT); NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Waterloo, Iowa, as follows: (1) The RISE application for the construction of a new roadway connecting Newell Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive west of Northeast Drive in the Northeast Industrial Park area is hereby approved and endorsed by the City Council of Waterloo, Iowa as necessary to meet the future needs of the community. (2) The roadway provided for in this application will be dedicated to public use and adequately maintained by the City of Waterloo. The City assures the Iowa DOT that funds for local match of 50 percent of the local eligible share have been committed to the RISE project. (4) The Mayor is hereby designated as the official representative of the City and is further hereby directed and authorized to affix his signature to said application and certain State assurances in conjunction with same. Passed and adopted this I(7) day of December, 2013. (3) Ernest G. Clark, Mayor