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Discussion with possible action to enter into a statutory partnership agreement and collaborate with the Rio Grande International Study Center (RGISC) on the EPA Community Change grant for a proposal focused on air quality, water quality, river restoration, and climate change resilience.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
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BACKGROUND
Lead applicant (RGISC) has requested the assistance of the City as a collaborative entity under the statutory partner NOFO requirements for EPA’s Community Change Grants Program to benefit disadvantaged communities including inner-downtown, River Bend and El Azteca areas through projects that reduce pollution and increase community climate resilience.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Fiscal Impact
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
No financial impact with agreement. If parties agree to apply for a grant, application will be presented to City Council for approval.