Report Prepared by: Stephanie Dietz, City Manager
Title
SUBJECT: Public Hearing Regarding the Development of a Strategic Investment Plan for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding
REPORT IN BRIEF
Public Hearing to allow for additional input on the development of a Strategic Investment Plan by the City Council and Staff. This is the first of two Public Hearings to allow for input.
RECOMMENDATION
Provide staff direction on elements to include in the Strategic Investment Plan
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AUTHORITY
Charter of the City of Merced, Section 200.
DISCUSSION
During the October 18, 2021 Study Session, Staff and Council reviewed the survey results and public input regarding the ARPA funding allocation. During the Study Session Council received input from the Public and provided staff areas of interest to allocate ARPA funding to.
Council Action
After the Public Hearing, the City Council should provide direction to staff regarding elements to include in the strategic investment plan to bring back to the second Public Hearing set for December 6, 2021 Council Meeting.
IMPACT ON CITY RESOURCES
No impact on City resources at this time. However, once the Strategic Investment Plan staff will return with budget adjustments.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Survey Comments
2. Presentation