Report Prepared by: Frank Quintero, Deputy City Manager and Director of Economic Development
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SUBJECT: Approval of Reimbursement Agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority for Technical Review in an Amount of $300,000
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving proposed Reimbursement Agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority to Reimburse the City of Merced for staff costs associated with reviewing plans and specifications, providing information on utilities, and technical documents as necessary as part of the Merced segment and Downtown Station.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2024-06, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving a reimbursement agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority for reimbursement of costs related to the review of technical studies, legal documents, and design plan for the high speed rail project; and,
B. Authorizing the City of Merced to enter into a Reimbursement Agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority for Technical Review not to exceed $300,000; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and,
D. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve as recommended by Staff; or
2. Approve, subject to conditions as specified by the City Council; or,
3. Refer to staff for reconsideration of specific items as requested by the City Council; or
4. Defer action until a specific date; or
5. Deny the request.
AUTHORITY
City of Merced Charter, Section 200
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the City of Merced, Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Adopted Budget, Economic Development, Objective 3, "Coordinate High Speed Rail, ACE Train, and other projects that may serve as economic engines in Downtown Merced."
DISCUSSION
The California High Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) is responsible for the planning, design, construction, and o...
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