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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 —,A�� Finance Director Page 1 of 1 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. (TITLE,) Assigned to Councilor r.� M90 AIJO passe ZiOZ `OT iagmajdaS