DATE: July 14, 2026
TO: Board of Supervisors
SUBMITTED BY: Steven E. White, Director
Department of Public Works and Planning
SUBJECT: Agreement with the City of Kerman for the Kerman Solar Street Lights Improvements (CDBG 26371)
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
TITLE
1. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute Agreement with the City of Kerman for the Kerman Solar Street Lights Improvements, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project No. 26371, which consists of the installation of solar streetlights at various locations in the City of Kerman where existing streetlight illumination is not sufficient for pedestrian or vehicle safety, effective upon execution through March 1, 2027, total CDBG funding amount not to exceed $190,737; and
2. Approve and authorize the Director of Public Works and Planning to evaluate and grant timeline extensions and scope modifications for completion of the Project as requested by the City of Kerman, in compliance with the Federal CDBG regulations, and so long as the modifications do not change the fundamental nature of the Project.
REPORT
There is no increase in Net County Cost associated with the recommended actions. Approval of the recommended actions will provide CDBG funding for the Kerman Solar Street Lights Improvements (Project), included in the County's 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan approved by your Board on May 19, 2026. The Project cost is estimated at $190,737. If additional funding is necessary, the City will provide a local financial contribution. This item pertains to a location in District 1.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION(S):
Your Board may elect not to approve recommended action one and direct the City to propose a different eligible use for its CDBG funds. However, a different use would require an amendment to the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan and may impact the County's ability to meet its CDBG expenditure timelines, set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Your Board may also elect not to appro...
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