HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2023-C44RESOLUTION NO. 2023-C44
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA TO
ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA
NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY TO ACCEPT THE GENERAL
FUND GRANT FOR THE RELOCATION AND PRESERVATION OF
THE OLD SCHOOLHOUSE AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE
CITY OF AZUSA.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA DOES RESOLVE AS
FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, the Legislature and Governor of the State of California have approved
$3 million for the project shown above under Assembly Bill 179 (Budget Act of 2022)
designated for the relocation and preservation of the old schoolhouse at the City of Azusa;
and
WHEREAS, the California Natural Resources Agency has been delegated the
responsibility for the administration of the grant project, setting up necessary procedures; and
WHEREAS, said procedures established by the California Natural Resources Agency
require the Grantee to certify by resolution the approval of a Project Information Package
before submission of said package to the State; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee will enter into an agreement with the State of California for
the above project:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Azusa:
1. Approves the acceptance of a $3 million general fund allocation for local assistance for the
above project(s); and
2. Certifies that said agency understands the assurances and certification in the Project
Information Form; and
3. Certifies that said agency will have sufficient funds to develop, operate and maintain the
project consistent with the land tenure requirements of the Grant Agreement; or will secure
the resources to do so; and
4. Certifies that said agency will comply with the provisions of Section 1771.5 of the
California Labor Code.
If applicable, certifies that the project will comply with any laws and regulation
including, but not limited to, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQAX legal
requirements for building codes, health and safety codes, disabled access laws, environmental laws
and, that prior to commencement of construction, all applicable licenses and permits will have
been obtained.
5.
Certifies that said agency has reviewed and understands the General Provisions
contained in the sample Grant Agreement contained in the Procedural Guide; and
6.
Appoints the City Manager as agent to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit
all documents including, but not limited to the Project Information Form, agreements, payment
requests and so on, which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned project(s).
7.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 18^^ day of September, 2023.
RobefTConzales
Mayor
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF AZUSA
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2023-C44 was duly adopted by
the City Council of the City of Azusa at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 18*’’ day of
September, 2023, by the following vote of Council:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS
COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, BECKWITH, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ
COUNCILMEMBERS:
fence ComekJ; Jr.,.
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Best Best & Krieg^, LLP
City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY
GRANT AGREEMENT
City of AzusaGRANTEE NAME:
Relocation and Preservation of the Old SchoolhousePROJECT TITLE:
Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45 and 249, Statutes of 2022)AUTHORITY:
General Fund Specified Grant ProjectsPROGRAM:
GF2223-0AGREEMENT NUMBER:
25 years from date of project completion as evidenced by the Certification of
Completion Form
TERM OF LANDTENURE:
PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD: 10/1/2022 to 6/30/2025
Under the terms and conditions of this agreement, the applicant agrees to complete the project os described in the project scope
set forth in Exhibit A and any subsequent amendments, and the Stote of California, acting through the Natural Resources Agency,
agrees to fund the project up to the total grant amount indicated pursuant to the Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45 and 249,
Statutes of 2022).
See project description on page 1 and Exhibit A of the AgreementPROJECT DESCRIPTION:
TOTAL STATE GRANT NOT TO EXCEED: $3,000,000.00 (or project costs, whichever is less)
The Special and General Provisions attached are made a part of and incorporated Into the Agreement.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCYCITY OF AZUSA
By:By:
Andrea ScharfferSergio Gonzalez
Title:Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bonds & GrantsCity ManagerTitle:
Date:Date:
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDING
FUNDAMOUNT OF ESTIMATE FUNDING AGREEMENT NO.
0001 - General Fund$3,000,000.00 GF2223-0
FISCAL PO NO.ADJ. INCREASING ENCUMBRANCE
FUNCTIONADJ DECREASING ENCUMBRANCE
Local Assistance
ACCOUNT NO,ALT ACCOUNTREF NO,FUND ENACTMENT YEARUNENCUMBERED BALANCE
54320000000001202254320001021
AGENCYRPTG
STRUCTURE USE BUDGET PERIODPROJECTACTIVITYSVC LOCATIONPROGRAMPCBU
20230540GF2223022204054020012220403200540
I hereby certify upon my personal knowledge that budgeted funds are available for this encumbrance.
SIGNATURE OF ACCOUNTING OFFICER DATE
Agreement No. GF2223-0
STATE OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY
GRANT AGREEMENT
City of AzusaGRANTEE NAME:
Relocation and Preservation of the Old SchoolhousePROJECT TITLE:
GF2223-0AGREEMENT NUMBER:
Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45, and 249, Statutes of 2022)AUTHORITY:
General Fund Specified Grant ProjectsPROGRAM:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Project to relocate and restore the historic Old Schoolhouse for reuse as a museum or cultural center.
A detailed project scope and activities, project schedule and project budget are described and
attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Grant funds are to be used to support capital asset projects in accordance with the provisions
contained in the Procedural Guide for General Fund Specified Grant Projects and this Agreement.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF GRANT
Special Provisions
1. As conditions precedent to the State’s obligation to make any funding available pursuant to this
Agreement, Grantee shall first provide evidence of adequate land tenure and evidence the
project will be operated and maintained for a minimum of 25 years satisfactory to the State for
all land to be improved under this Agreement.
2. Projects must follow the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic
Properties, where applicable, to ensure the historical integrity of the project. In addition, any
local, state, and federal ordinances and laws (such as the National Historic Preservation Act and
the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act) must be followed to ensure the
historical integrity of the project. Grant funds may NOT be used for demolition or non-historic
treatment of historic structures or resources that are determined eligible for listing on the National
Register of Historic Places or the California Register of Historical Resources.
General Provisions
A. Definitions
1 . The term "Act” means the Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45, and 249, Statutes of 2022).
2. The term “Acquisition" means obtaining a fee interest or any other interest, including
easements, leases, and development rights.
3. The term "Agreement” means this Grant Agreement
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The term “Application" means the Project Information Package and any applicable
materials supplied by grantee to the State pursuant to the Application Guidelines.
4.
The term “Application Guidelines" means the Procedural Guide for General Fund Specified
Development and Acquisition Grant Projects.
5.
The term "Development" means improvement, rehabilitation, restoration, enhancement,
preservation, protection and interpretation or other similar activities.
6.
The term “Fair Market Value" means the value placed upon the property as supported by
an appraisal that has been reviewed and approved by the California Department of
General Services (DG5).
7.
The term "Grant" or “Grant Funds" means the money provided by the State to the Grantee
in this Agreement.
8.
The term "Grant Agreement" means a contractual arrangement between the State and
Grantee specifying the payment of funds by the State for the performance of specific
project objectives within a specific project performance period by the Grantee.
9.
The term "Grantee" means an entity who has a signed agreement for Grant Funds.10.
Interpretation" means visitor-serving amenities that communicate theThe term
significance and value of natural, historical, and cultural resources in a manner that
increases the understanding and enjoyment of these resources, or other similar activities.
11.
The term "Other Sources of Funds" means cash or in-kind contributions that are required or
used to complete the project beyond the Grant Funds provided by this Agreement.
12.
The term “Payment Request Form" means Form RA212.13.
The term "Project' means the acquisition or development activity described in the
Application as modified by Exhibit A to be accomplished with Grant Funds.
14.
The term “Project Budget" means the State approved cost estimate included as Exhibit A-1
to this Agreement.
15.
The term "Project Scope" means the description or activity for work to be accomplished by
the Project.
16.
The term “Public Agency" means any State of California department or agency, a county,
city, public district, or public agency formed under California law.
17.
The term "State" means the Secretary for California Natural Resources or his/her
representatives, or other political subdivision of the State.
18.
B. Project Execution
Subject to the availability of funds in the Act, the State hereby grants to the Grantee a sum
of money (Grant Funds) not to exceed the amount stated on the signature page in
consideration of and on condition that the sum be expended in carrying out the purposes
1.
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as set forth in the description of project in this Agreement and its attachments and under
the Terms and Conditions set forth in this Agreement.
Grantee shall furnish any and all odditional funds that may be necessary to complete the
project.
2.
Grantee shall complete the project in accordance with the Project Performance Period set
forth on the signature page unless on extension has been formally granted by the State and
under the Terms and Conditions of this Agreement. Extensions may be requested in
advance and will be considered by the State, at its sole discretion, in the event of
circumstances beyond the control of the Grantee, but in no event beyond March 1, 2026.
3.
Grantee shall at all times ensure that project complies with all environmental laws, including
but not limited to obtaining all necessary permits.
4.
Changes to the scope resulting from CEQA compliance are permitted provided the State
determines that the project continues to meet all objectives of the General Fund Specified
Grant Project and is consistent with the intent cited in the original Application.
Projects must comply with any applicable laws pertaining to prevailing wage and labor
compliance.
5.
Grantee certifies that the project does and will continue to comply with all current laws and
regulations which apply to the project, including, but not limited to, legal requirements tor
construction contracts, building codes, environmental laws, health and safety codes, and
disabled access laws. Grantee certifies that prior to commencement of construction all
applicable permits and licenses (e.g., state contractor's license) will have been obtained.
6.
Grantee shall provide access by the State upon 24-hours’ notice to determine if project
work is in accordance with the approved project scope, including a final inspection upon
project completion.
7.
Prior to the commencement of any work, Grantee agrees to submit in writing to the State
for prior approval any deviation from the original project scope per Exhibit A and the
Application. Changes in project scope must continue to meet the need cited in the original
Application or they will not be approved. Any modification or alteration in the project as set
forth in the Application on file with the State must be submitted to the State for opproval.
Any modification or alteration in the project must also comply with all current laws and
regulations, including, but not limited to, CEQA.
Grantee shall provide for public access and/or educational features where feasible.9.
Grantee must have (1) fee title, (2) leasehold, or (3) other interest in project lands and
demonstrate to the satisfaction of the State the proposed project will provide public benefits
that are commensurate with the type and duration of the interest in land.
10.
If a nonprofit organization. Grantee certifies the corporation is qualified under Section
501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code, has an active status with the Secretary of
State, and is current with the Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts. Failure by the
Grantee to remain in compliance with these nonprofit requirements may be cause for
suspension of all obligations of the State hereunder and termination of this Agreement.
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12. Grantee shall promptly provide photographs of the site during and after implementation of
the project at the request of the State.
C. Project Costs
Unless otherwise agreed upon, Grant Funds provided to Grantee under this Agreement for
Development will be disbursed for eligible costs, on a reimbursement basis, as follows, but
shall not exceed in any event the amount set forth on the signature page of this Agreement;
1.
Approved direct management costs or construction and development costs. Up to ten
percent (10%) of the reimbursement amount will be held back and issued as a final
payment upon completion of the project.
a.
Remaining Grant Funds shall be paid up to the total amount of the Grant Funds or the
actual Project cost, whichever is less, upon completion of the Project, receipt of a
detailed summary of Project costs from the Grantee found to be satisfactory by the
State, and the satisfactary completion of a site inspection by the State.
b.
Advance payments may be made at the discretion of the State.c.
Grantee agrees to use any Grant Funds advanced by the State under the terms of this
Agreement solely for the Project herein described.
d.
Overhead costs are generally limited to a maximum of 15% of total direct costs.e.
2. Payment Documentation:
All payment requests must be submitted using a completed Payment Request Form.
This form must be accompanied by an itemized list of all expenditures that clearly
documents the check numbers, dates, recipients, line-item description as described in
the project budget approved by the State and amounts. Each payment request must
also include proof of payment such as receipts, paid invoices, canceled checks, or
other forms of documentation demonstrating payment has been made.
a.
b. Any payment request that is submitted without the required itemization and
documentation will not be authorized. If the payment request package is incomplete,
inadequate, or inaccurate, the State will inform the Grantee and hold the payment
request until all required information is received or corrected. Any penalties imposed
on the Grantee by a contractor, or other consequence, because of delays in payment
will be paid by the Grantee and is not reimbursable under this Agreement.
3. Grant funds in this award have a limited period in which they must be expended. Grantee
expenditures funded by the State must occur within the time frame of the Project
Performance Period as indicated in this Agreement.
4. The State reserves the right to request reimbursement of any funds spent on the project,
even funds deemed eligible costs, if the project is not completed in accordance with the
Grant Agreement and the guidelines.
5. Except as otherwise provided herein, the Grantee shall expend grant funds in the manner
described in the Exhibit A approved by the State. The total dollars of a category in the
project budget may be increased by up to ten percent (10%) through a reallocation of
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funds from another category, without approval by the State. However, the Grantee shall
notify the State in writing when any such reallocation is made and shall identify both the
item(s) being increased and those being decreased. Any cumulative increase or decrease
of more than ten percent (10%) from the original budget in the amount of a category must
be approved by the State. In any event, the total amount of the grant funds may not be
increased, nor may any adjustments exceed the limits for management costs as described
in the Application Guidelines.
D. Project Administration
1. Grantee shall promptly provide project reports and/or photographs upon request by the
State. In any event Grantee shall provide the State a report showing total final project
expenditures with the final payment request and required closing documents.
Grantee shall make property and facilities developed pursuant to this Agreement available
for inspection upon request by the State.
2.
If Grant Funds are advanced, the Grantee shall place these Funds in a separate interest-
beoring account, setting up and identifying such account prior to the advance. Interest
earned on Grant Funds shall be used on the Project, as approved by the State. Any
overpayment of Grant Funds in excess of final project costs shall be returned to the State
within sixty (60) days of completion of the Project or the end of the Project performance
period as shown on the signature page, whichever is earlier.
3.
Grantee shall submit all documentation for project completion, including a notice of
completion as applicable and final reimbursement within ninety (90) days of project
completion, but in no event any later than March 1, 2026.
4.
Final payment is contingent upon State verification that the Project is consistent with the
Project scope as described in Exhibit A, together with any State-approved amendments.
5.
This Agreement may be amended by mutual agreement in writing between the Grantee
and the State. Any request by the Grantee for amendments must be in writing stating the
amendment request and reason for the request. The Grantee shall make requests in a timely
manner and in no event less than sixty (60) days before the effective date of the proposed
amendment.
6.
Grantee must report to the State all sources of other funds for the project.7.
E. Project Termination
Prior to the completion of project construction, either party may terminate this Agreement
by providing the other party with thirty (30) days' written notice of such termination. The
State may also terminate this Grant Agreement for any reason at any time if it learns of or
otherwise discovers that there is a violation of any state or federal law or policy by the
Grantee which affects performance of this, or any other grant agreement or contract
entered into with the State.
1.
if the State terminates without cause the Agreement prior to the end of the Project
Performance Period, the Grantee shall take ail reasonable measures to prevent further costs
to the State under this Agreement. The State shall be responsible for any reasonable and
2.
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non-cancelable obligations incurred by the Grantee in the performance of fhe Agreement
prior to the date of the notice to terminate, but only up to the undisbursed balance of
funding authorized in this Agreement.
If the Grantee fails to complete the project in accordance with this Agreement or fails to
fulfill any other obligations of this Agreement prior to the termination date, the Grantee shall
be liable for immediate repayment to the State of all amounts disbursed by the State under
this Agreement, plus accrued interest and any further costs related to the project. The State
may, at its sole discretion, consider extenuating circumstances and not require repayment
for work partially completed provided that the State determines it is in fhe State’s best
interest to do so. This paragraph shall not be deemed to limit any other remedies available
to the State for breach of this Agreement.
3.
Failure by the Grantee to comply with the terms of this Agreement or any other agreement
under the Act may be cause for suspension of all obligations of the State hereunder.
4.
Failure of the Grantee to comply with the terms of this Agreement shall not be cause for
suspending all obligations of the State hereunder if, in the judgment of fhe State, such failure
was due to no fault of the Grantee. At the discretion of the State, any amount required to
settle at minimum cost any irrevocable obligations properly incurred shall be eligible for
reimbursement under this Agreement.
5.
Because the benefit to be derived by fhe State, from the full compliance by the Grantee
with the terms of this Agreement, is the for the purposes as stated in the Application for the
people of the State of California, and because such benefit exceeds to an immeasurable
and unascertainable extent fhe amount of money furnished by the State by way of grant
funds under the provisions of this Agreement, the Grantee agrees that payment by the
Grantee to the State of an amount equal to the amount of the grant funds disbursed under
this Agreement by the State would be inadequate compensation to the State for any
breach by the Grantee of this Agreement. The Grantee further agrees therefore, that the
appropriate remedy in the event of a breach by the Grantee of this Agreement shall be
the specific performance of this Agreement, unless otherwise agreed to by the State.
6.
F. Hold Harmless
Grantee shall waive all claims and recourses against the State, including fhe right to
contribution for loss or damage to persons or property arising from, growing out ot, or in any
way connected with or incident to this Agreement, except claims arising from the gross
negligence of State, its officers, agents, and employees.
1.
Grantee shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend State, its officers, agents and employees
in perpetuity against any and all claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses or liability
costs arising out of the project, including development, construction, operation or
maintenance of the property described in the project description which claims, demands
or causes of action arise under Government Code Section 895.2 or otherwise, including but
not limited to items to which the Grantee has certified, except for liability arising out of the
gross negligence of State, its officers, agents or employees. Grantee acknowledges that it
is solely responsible for compliance with items to which it has certified.
2.
Grantee and State agree that in the event of judgment entered against the State and the
Grantee because of the gross negligence of the State and the Grantee, their officers.
3.
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agents, or employees, on opportionment ot liability to pay such judgment shall be made
by a court of competent jurisdiction. Neither party shall request a jury apportionment.
G. Financial Records
Grantee shall maintain satisfactory financial accounts, documents, and records for the
Project and to make them available to the State for auditing at reasonable times. Grantee
shall also retain such financial accounts, documents, and records tor three (3) years after
final payment and one (1) year following an audit.
1.
Grantee agrees that during regular office hours, the State and its duly authorized
representatives shall have the right to inspect and make copies of any books, records or
reports ot the Grantee pertaining to this Agreement or matters related thereto. Grantee
shall maintain and make available for inspection by the State accurate records of all of its
costs, disbursements, and receipts with respect to its activities under this Agreement.
2.
Grantee shall use applicable Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, unless otherwise
agreed to by the State.
3.
H. Use of Facilities
Grantee shall maintain, operate, and use the project in fulfillment ot the purpose funded
pursuant to this grant for a minimum of TWENTY-FIVE (25) YEARS, consistent with the Land
Tenure/Site Control requirements included in the Application Guidelines. The Grantee, or
the Grantee's successor in interest in the property, may assign without novation the
responsibility to maintain and operate the property in accordance with this requirement
only with the written approval of the State. Grantee may be excused from its obligations for
operation and maintenance of the project site only upon the written approval ot the State
for good cause. “Good cause” includes, but is not limited to, natural disasters that destroy
the project improvements and render the project obsolete or impracticable to rebuild.
Grantee shall use the property for the purposes for which the grant was made and shall
make no other use or sale or other disposition of the property. This Agreement shall not
prevent the transfer ot the property from the Grantee to a Public Agency, if the successor
public agency assumes the obligations imposed by this Agreement.
2.
If the use ot the property is changed to a use that is not permitted by the Agreement, or if
the property is sold or otherwise disposed of, at the State’s sole discretion, the Grantee shall
reimburse the State the amount of the Grant.
3.
Nondiscrimination
1 . During the performance of this grant, grantee and its subcontractors shall not unlawfully
discriminate, harass or allow harassment, against any person because of sex, sexual
orientation, race, color, religious creed, marital status, denial of family and medical care
leave, ancestry, national origin, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics), age
(40 and above), disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, denial of
pregnancy disability leave or reasonable accommodation. Grantee and subcontractors
shall ensure that the evaluation and treatment ot all persons, and particularly their
employees and applicants for employment are tree from such discrimination and
harassment. Grantee and its subcontractors shall comply with the provisions of the Fair
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Employment and Housing Act (Gov. Code, § 12900 et seq.) and the applicable regulations
promulgated thereunder (Cal. Code Regs, tit. 2, §7285.0 et seq.). The applicable regulations
of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission implementing Government Code, § 12990
(a)-(f), are incorporated into this grant by reference and made a part hereof as if set forth
in full (Cal. Code Regs, tit. 2, §7285.0 et seq.). Grantee shall include this non-discrimination
and compliance provisions of this clause in all subcontracts to perform work under the grant.
The Grantee shall not discriminate against any person on the basis of residence except to
the extent that reasonable difference in admission or other fees may be maintained on the
basis of residence and pursuant to law.
The completed project and all related facilities shall be open to members of the public
generally, except as noted under the special provisions of this Agreement or under
provisions of the Act.
2.
3.
Application IncorporationJ.
The Grant Guidelines and the Application and any subsequent changes or additions to the
Application approved in writing by the State are hereby incorporated by reference into this
Agreement as though set forth in full in this Agreement.
SeverabilityK.
If any provision of this Agreement or the Application thereof is held invalid, that invalidity shall not
affect other provisions or applications of this Agreement which can be given effect without the
invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Agreement are severable.
WaiverL.
No term or provision hereof will be considered waived by either party, and no breach excused
by either party, unless such waiver or consent is in writing and signed on behalf of the party
against whom the waiver is asserted. No consent by either party to, or waiver of, a breach by
either party, whether expressed or implied, will constitute consent to, waiver of or excuse of any
other, different, or subsequent breach by either party.
AssignmentM.
Except as expressly provided otherwise, this Agreement is not assignable by the Grantee either
in whole or in part.
DisputesN.
If the Grantee believes that there is a dispute or grievance between Grantee and the State
arising out of or relating to this Agreement, the Grantee shall first discuss and attempt to resolve
the issue informally with the Agency Grants Administrator. If the issue cannot be resolved at this
level, the Grantee shall follow the following procedures:
If the issue cannot be resolved informally with the Agency Grants Administrator, the Grantee
shall submit, in writing, a grievance repcrt together with any evidence to the Deputy
Assistant Secretary for Bonds and Grants for the California Natural Resources Agency. The
grievance report must state the issues in the dispute, the legal authority, or other basis for
the Grantee's position and the remedy sought. Within ten (10) working days of receipt of
1.
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the written grievance report trom the Grantee, the Deputy Assistant Secretary shall make a
determination on the issue(s) and shall respond in writing to the Grantee indicating the
decision and reasons therefore. Should the Grantee disagree with the Deputy Assistant
Secretary's decision, the Grantee may appeal to the Assistant Secretary for Administration
and Finance for the Natural Resources Agency.
2. The Grantee must submit a letter of appeal to the Assistant Secretary explaining why the
Deputy Assistant Secretary’s decision is unacceptable. The letter must include, as an
attachment, copies of the Grantee’s original grievance report, evidence originally
submitted, and response from the Deputy Assistant Secretary. The Grantee’s letter of
appeal must be submitted within ten (10) working days of the receipt of the Deputy Assistant
Secretary’s written decision. The Assistant Secretary or designee shall, within twenty (20)
working days of receipt of Grantee’s letter of appeal, review the issues raised and shall
render a written decision to the Grantee. The decision of the Assistant Secretary or designee
shall be final.
O. Audit Requirements
Grant projects are subject to audit by the State annually and for three (3) years following the
final payment of grant funds. The audit shall include all books, papers, accounts, documents, or
other records of the Grantee, as they relate to the project for which the grant funds were
granted.
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EXHIBIT A
STATE OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY
GRANT AGREEMENT
General Fund Specified Grant FY 2022-2023
City of AzusaGrantee Name:
Relocation and Preservation of the Old SchoolhouseProject Title:
Agreement Number: GF2223-0
Northern end of Veterans Freedom Park, 213 E. Foothill Blvd.Project Location:
Project Scope:
Project to relocate the historic Old Schoolhouse from North Angeleno Avenue to Veterans
Freedom Park. Project includes renovation of the relocated Old Schoolhouse for reuse as a
museum or culfural cenfer, consistent with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the
Treatment of Historic Properties.
Project elements funded by General Fund grant include the following:
l Consultants for planning, designing, and permitting
l Restoration documentation and recording for historical records and proof of work
l Relocation costs, including;
o Moving services
o Fine grading
o Clearing and grubbing of bofh locations
o Fencing
l Seismic retrofits
l Site utilities
l New root
l Stoops with ADA-approved ramps
l Forced air unit in attic
l Interior finish repair and painting
l New floor
l Basic plumbing fixtures
l Wood siding and trim
l Windows and doors
l Exterior painting
l Site lighting
l Security system
l Landscaping and irrigation at grade
l Design and improvements to exterior grounds, including:
o Enhanced landscaping and walking path
o Enhanced entryways at Dalton and Alameda Avenues
o Signage and visual learning kiosks along the path
The restored Old Schoolhouse will be open to the public daily.
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EXHIBIT A
Project Schedule:
TimelineActivity Description
October 2022 - May 2023Preliminary work on the project
Project design
RFP for Construction
June 2023 - December 2023
January 2024 - March 2024
April 2024 - October 2024Construction Period
Submit Project Closeout package with final Paymenf Requesf to
State
June 2025
Cost Estimate: See Exhibit A-1
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GRANT AGREEMENT
Exhibit A-1: Cost Estimate
City of Azusa
Relocation and Preservation of the Old Schoolhouse
GF2223-0
General Fund
GrantProject Elements Total Cost*
NON-CONSTRUCTION
Planning, Design, and Permitting1
375,000.00 375,000.00ConsultantsA
Restoration Documentation and Recording for
Historical Records and Proof of Work
25,000.00 25,000.00
$ 400,000.00SUBTOTAL NON-CONSTRUCTION:$ 400,000.00
CONSTRUCTION
Construction2
150,000.00 150,000.00Relocation/New Site (Including Moving Services,
Fine Grading, Clearing and Grubbing of Both
Locations, Fencing, etc.)
A
$ 1,200,000.00Building Restoration 1,200,000.00B
Exterior/Landscaping 1,200,000.00 1 ,200,000.00C
SUBTOTAL CONSTRUCTION:$ 2,550,000.00 $ 2,550,000.00
50,000.00 50,000.00Contingency
$ 3,000,000.00$ 3,000,000.00PROJECT TOTAL
’All project expenditure documentation should be available for audit whether paid with grant funds or
other funds.
"In-service payroll may not include a "billable rate" or administrative cost allocation.
’"Overhead costs are allowable and generally limited to 15% of total direct costs of the grant.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY
GRANT AGREEMENT
City of AzusaGRANTEE NAME:
Relocation and Preservation of the Old SchoolhousePROJECT TITLE:
Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45 and 249, Statutes of 2022)AUTHORITY:
General Fund Specified Grant ProjectsPROGRAM:
GF2223-0AGREEMENT NUMBER:
25 years from date of project completion as evidenced by the Certification of
Complefion Form
TERM OF LANDTENURE:
PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD: 10/1/2022 to 6/30/2025
Under the terms and conditions of this agreement, the applicant agrees to complete the project as described in the project scope
set forth in Exhibit A and any subsequent amendments, and the State of California, acting through the Natural Resources Agency,
agrees to fund the project up to the total grant amount indicated pursuant to the Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45 and 249,
Statutes of 2022).
See project description on page 1 and Exhibit A of the AgreementPROJECT DESCRIPTION:
TOTAL STATE GRANT NOT TO EXCEED: $3,000,000.00 (or project costs, whichever is less)
The Special and General Provisions attached are made a part of and incorporated into the Agreement.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCYCITY OF AZUSA
By:By;
Andrea ScharfferSergio Gonzalez
Title:Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bonds & GrantsTitle:City Manager
Date:Date:
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDING
AMOUNT OF ESTIMATE FUNDING AGREEMENT NO,FUND
0001 - General Fund$3,000,000.00 GF2223-0
FISCAL PO NO.ADJ. INCREASING ENCUMBRANCE
ADJ DECREASING ENCUMBRANCE FUNCTION
Local Assistance
ENACTMENT YEAR ACCOUNT NO.ALT ACCOUNTUNENCUMBERED BALANCE REF NO.FUND
2022 5432000 543200000010210001
RPTG
STRUCTURE
AGENCY
SVC LOCATION USE BUDGET PERIODPROGRAMPCBUPROJECTACTIVITY
05402001 22204 2023032005400540GF2223022204
I hereby certify upon my personal knowledge thot budgeted funds are available for this encumbrance.
DATE5IGNATUREOF ACCOUNTING OFFICER
Agreement No. GF2223-0
STATE OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY
GRANT AGREEMENT
City of AzusaGRANTEE NAME:
Relocation and Preservation of the Old SchoolhousePROJECT TITLE:
GF2223-0AGREEMENT NUMBER:
Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45, and 249, Statutes of 2022)
General Fund Specified Grant Projects
AUTHORITY:
PROGRAM:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Project to relocate and restore the historic Old Schoolhouse for reuse as a museum or cultural center.
A detailed project scope and activities, project schedule and project budget are described and
attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Grant funds are to be used to support capital asset projects in accordance with the provisions
contained in the Procedural Guide for General Fund Specified Grant Projects and this Agreement.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF GRANT
Special Provisions
1 . As conditions precedent to the State’s obligation to make any funding available pursuant to this
Agreement, Grantee shall first provide evidence of adequate land tenure and evidence the
project will be operated and maintained for a minimum of 25 years satisfactory to the State for
all land to be improved under this Agreement.
2. Projects must follow the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic
Properties, where applicable, to ensure the historical integrity of the project. In addition, any
local, state, and federal ordinances and laws (such as the National Historic Preservation Act and
the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act) must be followed to ensure the
historical integrity of the project. Grant funds may NOT be used for demolition or non-historic
treatment of historic structures or resources that are determined eligible for listing on the National
Register of Historic Places or the California Register of Historical Resources.
General Provisions
A. Definitions
1 . The term "Act" means the Budget Act of 2022 (Chapters 43, 45, and 249, Statutes of 2022).
2. The term “Acquisition" means obtaining a fee interest or any other interest, including
easements, leases, and development rights.
3. The term "Agreement” means this Grant Agreement
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The term "Application" means the Project Information Package and any applicable
materials supplied by grantee to the State pursuant to the Application Guidelines.
4.
The term "Application Guidelines” means the Procedural Guide for General Fund Specified
Development and Acquisition Grant Projects.
5.
The term “Development" means improvement, rehabilitation, restoration, enhancement,
preservation, protection and interpretation or other similar activities.
6.
The term "Fair Market Value" means the value placed upon the property as supported by
an appraisal that has been reviewed and approved by the California Deportment of
General Services (DGS).
7.
The term “Grant" or "Grant Funds" means the money provided by the State to the Grantee
in this Agreement.
8.
The term “Grant Agreement" means a contractual arrangement between the State and
Grantee specifying the payment of funds by the State for the performance of specific
project objectives within a specific project performance period by the Grantee.
9.
The term "Grantee" means an entity who has a signed agreement for Grant Funds.10.
Interpretation" means visitor-serving amenities that communicate theThe term
significance and value of natural, historical, and cultural resources in a manner that
increases the understanding and enjoyment of these resources, or other similar activities.
1 1 .
The term "Other Sources of Funds" means cash or in-kind contributions that are required or
used to complete the project beyond the Grant Funds provided by this Agreement.
12.
The term "Payment Request Form" means Form RA212.13.
The term "Project" means the acquisition or development activity described in the
Application as modified by Exhibit A to be accomplished with Grant Funds.
14.
The term “Project Budget" means the State approved cost estimate included as Exhibit A-1
to this Agreement.
15.
The term “Project Scope" means the description or activity for work to be accomplished by
the Project.
16.
The term "Public Agency" means any State of California department or agency, a county,
city, public district, or public agency formed under California law.
17.
The term "State” means the Secretary for California Natural Resources or his/her
representatives, or other political subdivision of the State.
18.
B. Project Execution
1 . Subject to the availability of funds in the Act, the State hereby grants to the Grantee a sum
of money (Grant Funds) not to exceed the amount stated on the signature page in
consideration of and on condition that the sum be expended in carrying out the purposes
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as set forth in the description of project in this Agreement and its attachments and under
the Terms and Conditions set forth in this Agreement.
Grantee shall turnish any and all additional funds that may be necessary to complete the
project.
2.
Grantee shall complete the project in accordance with the Project Performance Period set
forth on the signature page unless an extension has been formally granted by the State and
under the Terms and Conditions of this Agreement. Extensions may be requested in
advance and wilt be considered by the State, at its sole discretion, in the event of
circumstances beyond the control of the Grantee, but in no event beyond March 1,2026.
3.
Grantee shall at all times ensure that project complies with all environmental laws, including
but not limited to obtaining all necessary permits.
4.
Changes to the scope resulting from CEQA compliance are permitted provided the State
determines that the project continues to meet all objectives of the General Fund Specified
Grant Project and is consistent with the intent cited in the original Application.
Projects must comply with any applicable laws pertaining to prevailing wage and labor
compliance.
Grantee certifies that the project does and will continue to comply with all current laws and
regulations which apply to the project, including, but not limited to, legal requirements for
construction contracts, building codes, environmental laws, health and safety codes, and
disabled access laws. Grantee certifies that prior to commencement of construction all
applicable permits and licenses (e.g., state contractor's license) will have been obtained.
5.
6.
Grantee shall provide access by the State upon 24-hours’ notice to determine it project
work is in accordance with the approved project scope, including a final inspection upon
project completion.
Prior to the commencement of any work, Grantee agrees to submit in writing to the State
for prior approval any deviation from the original project scope per Exhibit A and the
Application. Changes in project scope must continue to meet the need cited in the original
Application or they will not be approved. Any modification or alteration in the project as set
forth in the Application on file with the State must be submitted to the State for approval.
Any modification or alteration in the project must also comply with all current laws and
regulations, including, but not limited to, CEQA.
7.
Grantee shall provide tor public access and/or educational features where feasible.9.
Grantee must have (1) fee title, (2) leasehold, or (3) other interest in project lands and
demonstrate to the satisfaction of the State the proposed project will provide public benefits
that are commensurate with the t/pe and duration of the interest in land.
10.
If a nonprofit organization, Grantee certifies the corporation is qualified under Section
501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code, has an active status with the Secretary of
State, and is current with the Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts. Failure by the
Grantee to remain in compliance with these nonprofit requirements may be cause for
suspension of all obligations of the State hereunder and termination of this Agreement.
11.
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12. Grantee shall promptly provide photographs of the site during and after implementation of
the project at the request of the State.
C. Project Costs
Unless otherwise agreed upon. Grant Funds provided to Grantee under this Agreement for
Development will be disbursed for eligible costs, on a reimbursement basis, as follows, but
shall not exceed in any event the amount set forth on the signature page of this Agreement:
1.
Approved direct management costs or construction and development costs. Up to ten
percent (10%) of the reimbursement amount will be held back and issued as a final
payment upon completion of the project.
Remaining Grant Funds shall be paid up to the total amount of the Grant Funds or the
actual Project cost, whichever is less, upon completion of the Project, receipt of a
detailed summary of Project costs from the Grantee found to be satisfactory by the
State, and the satisfactory completion of a site inspection by the State.
a.
b.
Advance payments may be made at the discretion of the State.c.
Grantee agrees to use any Grant Funds advanced by the State under the terms of this
Agreement solely tor the Project herein described.
d.
Overhead costs are generally limited to a maximum of 15% of total direct costs.e.
2. Payment Documentation:
All payment requests must be submitted using a completed Payment Request Form.
This form must be accompanied by an itemized list of all expenditures that clearly
documents the check numbers, dates, recipients, line-item description as described in
the project budget approved by the State and amounts. Each payment request must
also include proof of payment such as receipts, paid invoices, canceled checks, or
other forms of documentation demonstrating payment has been made.
a.
b. Any payment request that is submitted without the required itemization and
documentation will not be authorized. If the payment request package is incomplete,
inadequate, or inaccurate, the State will inform the Grantee and hold the payment
request until all required information is received or corrected. Any penalties imposed
on the Grantee by a contractor, or other consequence, because of delays in payment
will be paid by the Grantee and is not reimbursable under this Agreement.
3. Grant funds in this award have a limited period in which they must be expended. Grantee
expenditures funded by the State must occur within the time frame of the Project
Performance Period as indicated in this Agreement.
4. The State reserves the right to request reimbursement of any funds spent on the project,
even funds deemed eligible costs, it the project is not completed in accordance with the
Grant Agreement and the guidelines.
5. Except as otherwise provided herein, the Grantee shall expend grant funds in the manner
described in the Exhibit A approved by the State. The total dollars of a category in the
project budget may be increased by up to ten percent (10%) through a reallocation of
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funds from another category, without approval by the State. However, the Grantee shall
notify the State in writing when any such reallocation is made and shall identify both the
item(s) being increased and those being decreased. Any cumulative increase or decrease
of more than ten percent (10%) from the original budget in the amount of a category must
be approved by the State. In any event, the total amount of the grant funds may not be
increased, nor may any adjustments exceed the limits for management costs as described
in the Application Guidelines.
D. Project Administration
1. Grantee shall promptly provide project reports and/or photographs upon request by the
State. In any event Grantee shall provide the State a report showing total final project
expenditures with the final payment request and required closing documents.
Grantee shall make property and facilities developed pursuant to this Agreement available
for inspection upon request by the State.
2.
If Grant Funds are advanced, the Grantee shall place these Funds in a separate interest-
bearing account, setting up and identifying such account prior to the advance. Interest
earned on Grant Funds shall be used on the Project, as approved by the State. Any
overpayment of Grant Funds in excess of final project costs shall be returned to the State
within sixty (60) days of completion of the Project or the end of the Project performance
period as shown on the signature page, whichever is earlier.
3.
Grantee shall submit all documentation for project completion, including a notice of
completion as applicable and final reimbursement within ninety (90) days of project
completion, but in no event any later than March 1, 2026.
4.
Final payment is contingent upon State verification that the Project is consistent with the
Project scope as described in Exhibit A, together with any State-approved amendments.
5.
This Agreement may be amended by mutual agreement in writing between the Grantee
and the State. Any request by the Grantee for amendments must be in writing stating the
amendment request and reason for the request. The Grantee shall make requests in a timely
manner and in no event less than sixty (60) days before the effective date of the proposed
amendment.
6.
Grantee must report to the State all sources of other tunds for the project.7.
E. Project Termination
Prior to the completion of project construction, either party may terminate this Agreement
by providing the other party with thirty (30) days' written notice of such termination. The
State may also terminate this Grant Agreement for any reason at any time if it learns of or
otherwise discovers that there is a violation of any state or federal law or policy by the
Grantee which affects performance of fhis, or any other grant agreement or contract
entered into with the State.
1.
If the State terminates without cause the Agreement prior to the end of the Project
Performance Period, the Grantee shall take all reasonable measures to prevent further costs
to the State under this Agreement. The State shall be responsible for any reasonable and
2.
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non-cancelable obligations incurred by the Grantee in the performance of the Agreement
prior to the date of the notice to terminate, but only up to the undisbursed balance of
funding authorized in this Agreement.
If the Grantee fails to complete the project in accordance with this Agreement or fails to
fulfill any other obligations of this Agreement prior to the termination date, the Grantee shall
be liable for immediate repayment to the State of all amounts disbursed by the State under
this Agreement, plus accrued interest and any further costs related to the project. The State
may, at its sole discretion, consider extenuating circumstances and not require repayment
for work partially completed provided that the State determines it is in the State's best
interest to do so. This paragraph shall not be deemed to limit any other remedies available
to the State for breach of this Agreement.
Failure by the Grantee to comply with the terms of this Agreement or any other agreement
under the Act may be cause for suspension of all obligations of the State hereunder.
Failure of the Grantee to comply with the terms of this Agreement shall not be cause for
suspending all obligations of the State hereunder if, in the judgment of the State, such failure
was due to no fault of the Grantee. At the discretion of the State, any amount required to
settle at minimum cost any irrevocable obligations properly incurred shall be eligible for
reimbursement under this Agreement.
Because the benefit to be derived by the State, from the full compliance by the Grantee
with the terms of this Agreement, is the for the purposes as stated in the Application for the
people of the State of California, and because such benefit exceeds to an immeasurable
and unascertainable extent the amount of money furnished by the State by way of grant
funds under the provisions of this Agreement, the Grantee agrees that payment by the
Grantee to the State of an amount equal to the amount of the grant funds disbursed under
this Agreement by the State would be inadequate compensation to the State for any
breach by the Grantee of this Agreement. The Grantee further agrees therefore, that the
appropriate remedy in the event of a breach by the Grantee of this Agreement shall be
the specific performance of this Agreement, unless otherwise agreed to by the State.
3.
4.
5.
6.
F. Hold Harmless
Grantee shall waive all claims and recourses against the State, including the right to
contribution for loss or damage to persons or property arising from, growing out of, or in any
way connected with or incident to this Agreement, except claims arising from the gross
negligence of State, its officers, agents, and employees.
Grantee shall indemnity, hold harmless and defend State, its officers, agents and employees
in perpetuity against any and all claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses or liability
costs arising out of the project, including development, construction, operation or
maintenance of the property described in the project description which claims, demands
or causes of action arise under Government Code Section 895.2 or otherwise, including but
not limited to items to which the Grantee has certified, except for liability arising out of the
gross negligence of State, its officers, agents ar employees. Grantee acknowledges that it
is salely responsible for compliance with items to which it has certified.
Grantee and State agree that in the event of judgment entered against the State and the
Grantee because of the gross negligence of the State and the Grantee, their officers.
2.
3.
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agents, or employees, an apportionment of liability to pay such judgment shall be made
by a court of competent jurisdiction. Neither party shall request a jury apportionment.
G. Financial Records
Grantee shall maintain satisfactory financial accounts, documents, and records for the
Project and to make them available to the State for auditing at reasonable times. Grantee
shall also retain such financial accounts, documents, and records for three (3) years after
final payment and one (1) year following an audit.
1.
Grantee agrees that during regular office hours, the State and its duly authorized
representatives shall have the right to inspect and make copies of any books, records or
reports of the Grantee pertaining to this Agreement or matters related thereto. Grantee
shall maintain and make available for inspection by the State accurate records of all of its
costs, disbursements, and receipts with respect to its activities under this Agreement.
2.
Grantee shall use applicable Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, unless otherwise
agreed to by the State.
3.
H. Use of Facilities
Grantee shall maintain, operate, and use the project in fulfillment of the purpose funded
pursuant to this grant for a minimum of TWENTY-FIVE (25) YEARS, consistent with the Land
Tenure/Site Control requirements included in the Application Guidelines. The Grantee, or
the Grantee’s successor in interest in the property, may assign without novation the
responsibility to maintain and operate the property in accordance with this requirement
only with the written approval of the State. Grantee may be excused from its obligations for
operation and maintenance of fhe project site only upon the written approval of the State
for good cause. "Good cause” includes, but is not limited to, natural disasters that destroy
the project improvements and render the project obsolete or impracticable to rebuild.
1.
Grantee shall use the property for the purposes for which the grant was made and shall
make no other use or sale or other disposition of the property. This Agreement shall not
prevent the transfer of the property from the Grantee to a Public Agency, if the successor
public agency assumes fhe obligations imposed by this Agreement.
2.
If the use of the property is changed to a use that is not permitted by the Agreement, or if
the property is sold or otherwise disposed of, at the State's sole discretion, the Grantee shall
reimburse the State the amount of the Grant.
3.
Nondiscrimination
During the performance of fhis grant, grantee and its subcontractors shall not unlawfully
discriminate, harass or allow harassment, against any person because of sex, sexual
orientafion, race, color, religious creed, marital status, denial of family and medical care
leave, ancestry, national origin, medical condition {cancer/genefic characteristics), age
(40 and above), disability (mental and physical) including HiV and AIDS, denial of
pregnancy disability leave or reasonable accammodation. Grantee and subcontractors
shall ensure that the evaluation and treatment of all persons, and particularly their
employees and applicants for employment are free from such discrimination and
harassment. Grantee and its subcontractors shall comply with the provisions of the Fair
1.
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Employment and Housing Act (Gov. Code, § 12900 et seq.) and the applicable regulations
promulgated thereunder (Cal. Code Regs, tit. 2, §7285.0 et seq.). The applicable regulations
of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission implementing Government Code, § 12990
(a)-(f), are incorporated into this grant by reference and made a part hereof as if set forth
in full (Cal. Code Regs, tit. 2, §7285.0 et seq.). Grantee shall include this non-discrimination
and compliance provisions of this clause in all subcontracts to perform work under the grant.
The Grantee shall not discriminate against any person on the basis of residence except to
the extent that reasonable difference in admission or other fees may be maintained on the
basis of residence and pursuant to law.
2.
The completed project and all related facilities shall be open to members of the public
generally, except as noted under the special provisions of this Agreement or under
provisions of the Act.
3.
Application IncorporationJ.
The Grant Guidelines and the Application and any subsequent changes or additions to the
Application approved in writing by the State are hereby incorporated by reference into this
Agreement as though set forth in tull in this Agreement.
SeverabilityK.
If any provision of this Agreement or the Application thereof is held invalid, that invalidity shall not
affect other provisions or applications of this Agreement which can be given effect without the
invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Agreement are severable.
WaiverL.
No term or provision hereof will be considered waived by either party, and no breach excused
by either party, unless such waiver or consent is in writing and signed on behalf of the party
against whom the waiver is asserted. No consent by either party to, or waiver of, a breach by
either party, whether expressed or implied, will constitute consent to, waiver of or excuse of any
other, different, or subsequent breach by either party.
AssignmentM.
Except as expressly provided otherwise, this Agreement is not assignable by the Grantee either
in whole or in part.
N.Disputes
If the Grantee believes that there is a dispute or grievance between Grantee and the State
arising out of or relating to this Agreement, the Grantee shall first discuss and attempt to resolve
the issue informally with the Agency Grants Administrator. If the issue cannot be resolved at this
level, the Grantee shall follow the following procedures:
If the issue cannot be resolved informally with the Agency Grants Administrator, the Grantee
shall submit, in writing, a grievance report together with any evidence to the Deputy
Assistant Secretary for Bonds and Grants for the California Natural Resources Agency. The
grievance report must state the issues in the dispute, the legal authority, or other basis for
the Grantee’s position and the remedy sought. Within ten (10) working days of receipt of
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the written grievance report from the Grantee, the Deputy Assistant Secretary shall make a
determination on the issue(s) and shall respond in writing to the Grantee indicating the
decision and reasons therefore. Should the Grantee disagree with the Deputy Assistant
Secretary's decision, the Grantee may appeal to the Assistant Secretary tor Administration
and Finance for the Natural Resources Agency.
2. The Grantee must submit a letter of appeal to the Assistant Secretary explaining why the
Deputy Assistant Secretary’s decision is unacceptable. The letter must include, as an
attachment, copies of the Grantee's original grievance report, evidence originally
submitted, and response from the Deputy Assistant Secretary. The Grantee's letter of
appeal must be submitted within ten (10) working days of the receipt of the Deputy Assistant
Secretary's written decision. The Assistant Secretary or designee shall, within twenty (20)
working days of receipt of Grantee's letter of appeal, review the issues raised and shall
render a written decision to the Grantee. The decision of the Assistant Secretary or designee
shall be final.
O. Audit Requirements
Grant projects are subject to audit by the State annually and tor three (3) years following the
final payment of grant funds. The audit shall include all books, papers, accounts, documents, or
other records of the Grantee, as they relate to the project for which the grant funds were
granted.
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EXHIBIT A
STATE OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY
GRANT AGREEMENT
General Fund Specified Grant FY 2022-2023
City of AzusaGrantee Name:
Relocation and Preservation of the Old SchoolhouseProject Title:
Agreement Number: GF2223-0
Northern end of Veterans Freedom Park, 213 E. Foothill Blvd.Project Location:
Project Scope:
Project to relocate the historic Old Schoolhouse from North Angeleno Avenue to Veterans
Freedom Park. Project includes renovation of the relocated Old Schoolhouse for reuse as a
museum or cultural center, consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the
Treatment of Historic Properties.
Project elements funded by General Fund grant include the following:
l Consultants tor planning, designing, and permitting
l Restoration documentation and recording for historical records and proof of work
l Relocation costs, including;
o Moving services
o Fine grading
o Clearing and grubbing of both locations
o Fencing
l Seismic retrofits
l Site utilities
l New roof
l Stoops with ADA-approved ramps
l Forced air unit in attic
l Interior finish repair and painting
l New floor
l Basic plumbing fixtures
l Wood siding and trim
l Windows and doors
l Exterior painting
l Site lighting
l Security system
l Landscaping and irrigation at grade
l Design and improvements to exterior grounds, including:
o Enhanced landscaping and walking path
o Enhanced entryways at Dalton and Alameda Avenues
c Signage and visual learning kiosks along the path
The restored Old Schoolhouse will be open to the public daily.
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EXHIBIT A
Project Schedule:
TimelineActivity Description
October 2022 - May 2023Preliminary work on the project
Project design
RFP for Construction
June 2023 - December 2023
January 2024 - March 2024
April 2024 - October 2024Construction Period
June 2025Submit Project Closeout package with final Payment Request to
State
Cost Estimate: See Exhibit A-1
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY
GRANT AGREEMENT
Exhibit A-1: Cost Estimate
City of Azusa
Relocation and Preservation of the Old Schoolhouse
GF2223-0
General Fund
GrantTotal Cost*Project Elements
NON-CONSTRUCTION
Planning, Design, and Permitting1
375,000.00$ 375,000.00ConsultantsA
25,000.00$25,000.00Restoration Documentation and Recording for
Historical Records and Proof of Work
B
$ 400,000.00$ 400,000.00SUBTOTAL NON-CONSTRUCTION:
CONSTRUCTION
Construction2
$150,000.00$150,000.00Relocation/New Site (Including Moving Services,
Fine Grading, Clearing and Grubbing of Both
Locations, Fencing, etc.)
A
$ 1,200,000.00
1,200,000.00
1,200,000.00Building RestorationB
1,200,000.00Exterior/LandscapingC
$ 2,550,000.00
50,000.00
$ 2,550,000.00SUBTOTAL CONSTRUCTION:
50,000.00Contingency
$ 3,000,000.00$ 3,000,000.00PROJECT TOTAL
"All project expenditure documentation should be available for audit whether paid with grant funds or
other funds.
In-service payroll may not include a “billable rate" or administrative cost allocation.
●‘‘Overhead costs are allowable and generally limited to 15% of total direct costs of the grant.
*«
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