To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Executive Office
Meeting Date: February 11, 2025
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Department Contact: |
Kelly Hansen |
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707-463-4441 |
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Department Contact: |
Anna Macken |
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707-463-4441 |
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Item Type: Consent Agenda |
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Time Allocated for Item: N/A |
Agenda Title:
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Ratification and Approval of Submission of Grant Application for the Redwood Region RISE Catalyst Re-Development Funds Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Home Hardening Market & Workforce Analysis Project in the Amount of $204,362.24; and Authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to Execute Grant Agreement or Other Necessary Documents Related to this Grant and Submit All Documents if Awarded
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Ratify and approve submission of the grant application for the Redwood Region RISE Catalyst Re-Development Funds Request for Proposal (RFP) the Home Hardening Market & Workforce Analysis Project in the amount of $204,362.241; and authorize the Chief Executive Officer or designee to execute the Grant Agreement or other necessary documents related to this grant and submit all documents if awarded.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
None.
Summary of Request:
California Jobs First, previously known as the California Economic Resilience Fund (CERF), was established by Senate Bill 162 to aid in the sustainable economic recovery from COVID-19. This grant program prioritizes local economic diversification and high-quality job creation, distributing funds across 13 regions and providing targeted support for California Native American tribes. In our area, Redwood Region RISE leads the planning efforts.
The Redwood Region RISE Catalyst Fund, administered by the California Center for Rural Policy (CCRP) and North Edge Financing, has allocated $9 million for projects in the Redwood Region. This region encompasses 33 Tribal Nations and the counties of Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, and Mendocino. The funding aims to prepare local projects for additional investments through California Jobs First and align them with state and regional priorities related to job quality, community support, labor standards, and climate goals as outlined in the RISE Regional Roadmap.
The County of Mendocino’s Economic Development and Grants Units submitted an application on January 15, 2025, for the Home Hardening Market & Workforce Analysis project. This initiative represents the first step in addressing the growing market and employment sector focused on fire-resilient building and retrofitting-an industry that is currently underrepresented in the region. The project will identify current needs, future opportunities, and barriers to growth, providing a solid justification for and promoting the development of a skilled workforce that meets the county’s increasing wildfire resilience requirements.
The timeline for this grant did not provide adequate time for the application to be reviewed and approved by the Board of Supervisors before submission. In light of the pressing deadlines, particularly due to the holiday season and the extensive requirements involved in the application process, the staff focused on developing a competitive proposal within the limited timeframe available. This strategy was essential to ensure adherence to eligibility criteria and to meet the grant submission deadline. The Chief Executive Officer or designee will sign and execute the agreement and other documents related to the grant if awarded.
Alternative Action/Motion:
Do not approve and provide direction to staff and return item to staff for alternative handling.
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: A Thriving Economy
Supervisorial District: All
Vote Requirement: Majority
Supplemental Information Available Online At: N/A
Fiscal Details:
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source of funding: RISE revenue if awarded |
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current f/y cost: N/A |
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budget clarification: Total grant revenue $204,362.24 if awarded |
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annual recurring cost: 18-month grant performance period. |
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budgeted in current f/y (if no, please describe): No |
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revenue agreement: No |
AGREEMENT/RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE APPROVED BY COUNTY COUNSEL: N/A
CEO Liaison: Executive Office
CEO Review: Yes
CEO Comments:
FOR COB USE ONLY
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Executed By: Atlas Pearson, Senior Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Approved |
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Date: February 11, 2025 |
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