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File Number: 23-609 reduction in revenue of such state, territory, or tribal/local government due to the COVID-19 public health emergency relative to revenues collected in the most recent full fiscal year of the state, territory, or tribal government prior to the emergency. 4)Infrastructure Investments: To make necessary investments in water, sewer, or broadband infrastructure. ARPA funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024. If obligated by December 31, 2024, agencies have until December 31, 2026, to incur the costs. Approximately $18.5 million of the $18.6 million funding allocation, has been programmed by the City Council since fiscal year 2021-2022 to fund important programs such as streets and roads, parks and recreation facilities, human services, library services, and infrastructure. As the City continues to implement the various projects and programs, adjustments are periodically needed to conform to program needs. Soft Story Retrofit Project The City Council initially approved $100,000 in ARPA funds for the Building Division to hire an experienced consultant to conduct research, undertake public outreach and prepare draft program requirements for implementation. Staff recently conducted a request for proposals (RFP) process and selected the firm CSG and the cost of the contract is approximately $30,000, resulting in $70,000 that can be reallocated. Downtown Safety Ambassadors The Downtown Safety Ambassador program is provided through a grant to the Downtown Community Benefit District, which is administered by the San Leandro Improvement Association (SLIA). SLIA also provides a small portion of the funding for the program. Safety Ambassadors provide services to improve the resident and customer experience in Downtown San Leandro and reduce calls for police response. Services include addressing public nuisances, de-escalating non-emergency situations, and performing wellness checks on individuals. Current budget for the program funds two Safety Ambassadors, seven days a week, from midday through the evening. SLIA also provides funding for Cleaning Ambassadors, who provide cleaning services in Downtown San Leandro from early morning through early afternoon. The ambassador services have received positive feedback from the community and businesses. Nearing the end of the second year of operation, SLIA continues to evaluate the effectiveness of the ambassador programs and adjust as necessary. Over the past year, businesses and youth serving organizations in the Downtown that have early morning hours have expressed concerns and complaints about increased challenges with trespassing, and inappropriate or aggressive individuals. To address these challenges and support a safe and quality environment in the Downtown, SLIA and City Staff recommend that funding be provided for Safety Ambassador services in the morning from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on weekdays. The cost of an additional morning Safety Ambassador would be $75,504, with the City’s share being up to $70,000. Enhanced Street Cleanliness Page 2 City of San Leandro Printed on 12/13/2023