HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-09-10 12-296 ORDERCOUNCIL ACTION
Item No. 12-2M
Date: September 10, 2012
Item/Subject: Order, Authorizing Application for a $50,000 Grant from the Maine Coastal
Communities Grant Program
Responsible Department: Finance
Commentary:
This order will authorize a $50,000 grant application from the Maine Coastal Communities Grant
Program (MCP) to rejuvenate a 500 -ft section of Penjejawoc Stream in order to provide a more
natural pool and shoal habitat. Penjejawoc Stream flows from a large wetland to the Penobscot
River. Prior to this proposed work phase, the removal of a failing culvert on Sylvan Road will be
completed. Once the culvert is removed, this will increase stream connectivity for resident fish
species. This habitat enhancement will add valuable aquatic habitat and floral enhancements
aimed at improving water quality by reducing temperature and pollutant loading from the
surrounding commercial and urban activity.
The Maine Coastal Communities Grant Program (MCP) in concert with the Maine Department of
Conservation administers these grants for municipalities and organized townships located within
the State of Maine's Coastal Map Zone. (Bangor appears on this map.) MCP approves funding
for projects that "improve water quality, increase resiliency/adaption to erosion and flooding,
conserve marine habitat, promote sustainable development, and enhance the coastal -dependent
economy while preserving natural coastal resources."
The total amount of funding being requested is $50,000 and requires a 25% match which will be
provided via in-kind services.
This was reviewed and recommended for approval by the Finance Committee on September 5,
2012.
Manager's Comments:
Associated Information:
Budget Approval:
Legal Approval:
Introduced for
X Passage
First Reading
Department Head
City Manager
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Finance Director
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City Solicitor
12-296
SEPTEMBER 10, 2012
Assigned to Councilor Gratwick
CITY OF BANGOR
(TITLE.) Order, Authorizing Application for a $50,000 Grant from Maine Coastal Communities
Grant Program
By the City Council of the City of Bangor:
ORDERED, THAT the City is hereby authorized to apply for a $50,000 Grant from Maine Coastal
Communities Grant Program.
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