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Columbus Consolidated Government

Council Meeting

11/17/2015


To
Mayor and Council
Subject
Roadside Enhancement and Beautification Grant
Initiator
Planning Department
Recommendation
Approve the resolution authorizing the submission of the application for the \n \n Roadside Enhancement and Beautification Grant (REBC).
Approval
Pending
Background
REBC is a roadside enhancement and beautification program through the Georgia

Department of Transportation (GDOT) The program provides funds for landscape

plant materials and for its installation along state routes in Georgia. The

intersection at 2nd Avenue and 18th Street has been identified as the site to

utilize these funds to create an inviting entry into the section of the

community.
Analysis
Utilization of these funds will provide the city an opportunity to help enhance

a key intersection along 2nd Avenue.
Financial Considerations
The maximum amount that can be awarded under the grant is $50,000. The

proposed budget is $32,656.50 for landscaping materials. An additional $36,046

is projected for road removal, a new sign, and guardrail to be paid from

private sources, and is not part of this grant request. There is no

requirement for a local match.
Projected Annual Fiscal Impact Statement
The City would be responsible for the maintenance of this site, which has been

estimated at $8,420.
Legal Considerations
The City, if funded, will have to enter into an agreement with GDOT for these

funds.
Recommendations/ Actions
Approve the resolution authorizing the submission of the application for the

Roadside Enhancement and Beautification Grant (REBC).