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Extension of State Grant for City Vulnerability Study

Original title: Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Second Amendment to Grant Agreement No. 23PLN31 with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the Vulnerability Assessment for an Extension of Term.

Record date · April 27, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Council is considering a request to extend the deadline for a state-funded environmental . This amendment applies to an existing with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Why it matters

This action extends the timeline for the city to complete a study on environmental vulnerabilities, which is required to maintain eligibility for state grant funding under agreement 23PLN31.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Indirectly affected

City Residents

Residents are affected by the timeline of environmental planning and the city's ability to secure state funding for infrastructure studies.

Directly affected

City Manager

The City Manager is granted the legal authority to sign the contract amendment on behalf of the city.

Key Facts

The City Council is authorizing the City Manager to sign the Second Amendment to Grant Agreement No. 23PLN31.
The agreement is with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
The purpose of the grant is to fund a 'Vulnerability Assessment'.
The amendment specifically provides for an extension of the grant term.

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The file number for this legislative action is 2026-405.
The item was introduced on April 15, 2026.
The item is classified as a 'Consent' item, indicating it is expected to be passed without debate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a vulnerability assessment?

While not defined in the document, it is a study typically used to identify risks to city infrastructure from environmental factors like flooding or climate change.

Why is the city extending this grant?

The document specifies the amendment is for an 'Extension of Term,' meaning the city needs more time to complete the work required by the grant.

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