SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution to Apply for and Authorization to Accept, if Awarded, the California Natural Resources Agency Urban Greening Grant Program, not to Exceed $5 Million for the Urban Greening of the Merced Regional Sports Complex (CP-42) Project to Enhance Climate Resilience, Expand Recreational Opportunities, and Improve Community Amenities REPORT IN BRIEF Considers adopting a Resolution to apply for up to $5 million in grant funding through the California Natural Resources Agency's Urban Greening Grant Program. If awarded, grant funds will be used for the Urban Greening of the Merced Regional Sports Complex (CP-42), including pedestrian pathways, landscaping, shade trees, an additional sports field, and other amenities that improve climate resilience, accessibility, recreational opportunities, and community benefit. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting Resolution 2026-54, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Approving an Application for Climate Bond Grant Funds for the California Natural Resources Agency Urban Greening Program for the Urban Greening of the Merced Regional Sports Complex (CP-42) Project; and, If awarded, B. Authorizing the acceptance of grant funds from the California Natural Resources Agency's Urban Greening Grant Program in an amount not to exceed $5 million, for the Urban Greening of the Merced Regional Sports Complex (CP-42); and, C. Accepting, Increasing Revenue and Appropriating funding in Fund 5000-Parks and Community Services CIP, not to exceed $5 million; and, D. Authorizing the use of pooled cash to cover the appropriation until grant funds are reimbursed; and, E. Authorizing the City Manager and Finance Officer to execute all documents, including any amendments.

Action Items Agenda Ready Introduced August 3, 2026

Committee: City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Introduced: August 3, 2026
On agenda: August 17, 2026
Passed: August 17, 2026

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