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File Number: 24-022 pedestrians are permitted to use the roadway. Given the urgency posed by the erosion below the two properties, repair plans for location B were promptly developed. Grant applications were submitted to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) with an aggressive schedule aiming to complete repairs to location B before the 2023 winter rainy season contingent upon grant funding authorization. Initially, it was anticipated that FEMA would provide grant funding for the Lake Chabot Road repairs. However, after FEMA representatives assessed the site and evaluated the scope of the damages, it was determined that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) was the appropriate federal agency for the emergency funding. An application was then submitted to FHWA’s Emergency Relief Program, resulting in approved funding in the amount of $2,365,453. Analysis Due to the erosion damage affecting a qualifying roadway, a Damage Assessment Form detailing estimated repair costs was submitted to CalTrans, which serves as the local administrator for FHWA. FHWA subsequently authorized an Emergency Relief Grant in the amount of $2,365,453, with FHWA covering 88.53% ($2,094,125), and the City being responsible for the remaining match of 11.47% ($271,318). Although FHWA has approved repair funds and authorized commencement of design work, federal funding is not currently available. However, Caltrans has allowed the work to proceed with the use of the State’s Advanced Construction (AC) funds. When federal funds become available, the AC funds will automatically be converted to federal funds. At that time, FHWA will issue a Project Specific Supplemental Agreement for the City’s execution. As the proposed repairs will involve enhancements that go beyond the original pre-storm condition, the project must comply with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Current Agency Policies ·Maintain and enhance San Leandro’s infrastructure Applicable General Plan Policies ·Policy T5.3 Maintenance (Streets and highways). Regularly maintain City streets and traffic control devices to ensure that streets operate safely and efficiently. ·GOAL EH-1 (Environmental Hazards). Reduce the potential for injury, property damage, and loss of life resulting from earthquakes, landslides, floods, and other natural disasters. ·Policy EH-1.3 (Environmental Hazards). Off-Site Impacts of Hillside Development. Ensure that development within landslide-prone or geologically hazardous areas does not contribute to higher hazard levels on adjacent or nearby properties. Page 2 City of San Leandro Printed on 4/19/2024