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City of Missoula, Montana Item to be Referred to City Council Committee Committee: Conservation Committee Item: Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Sign for and Utilize Montana House Bill 645 funds to Brooks Street Curb and Sidewalk Upgrades Project 2009-043 Date: 08/03/09 Prepared by: Doug Harby Initiated by: Doug Harby Action Required: Pass a resolution authorizing the Mayor to Sign for and utilize $240,000 of Montana House Bill 645 Grant Funds for City Project No. 2009-043 “Brooks Street Curb and Sidewalk Upgrades” Recommended Motion: The committee recommends the City Council pass a resolution authorizing the Mayor to Sign for and utilize $240,000 of Montana House Bill Grant Funds for City Project No. 2009-043 “Brooks Street Curb and Sidewalk Upgrades.” Timeline: Referral to committee: July 27, 2009 Committee discussion: July 29, 2009 Background and Alternatives Explored: Montana House Bill 635 re-allocates State General Fund money saved by allying ARRA funds to shovel ready State Projects. There are critical time limitations to utilize these funds. Passing this resolution will allow the project to move more quickly and ensure the deadlines will be met. Financial Implications: HB 645 Funds Attachments: Resolution