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Consider a memorandum/resolution supporting the application to National Park Service (NPS) for Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State Assistance + Readiness and Recreation Initiative-FY24 for Westside Regional Park Phase One, in the cost estimated amount of $8,300,000.
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DATE: June 18, 2024
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Jarrod Provost, Interim Executive Director of Parks and Recreation
SUBJECT: Adopt a resolution in support of the application to NPS for Westside Regional Park Phase One
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
On January 30, 2024, the National Park Service's (NPS) Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State and Local Assistance Program, in partnership with the Department of Defense (DOD) Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration (REPI) Program, announced the release of the Fiscal Year 2024 Readiness and Recreation Initiative Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Through the FY 2024 Readiness and Recreation Initiative, the National Park Service will provide grant funding from unobligated LWCF balances as a potential match for REPI Program funding to support projects that will provide outdoor recreation opportunities to military families and the public while also promoting military readiness and resilience. This is accomplished through the acquisition of lands and waters for parks and other outdoor recreation areas, as well as through the development of new, or the renovation of existing, outdoor recreation facilities. The program is operated by the National Park Service (NPS) in partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).
The DOD REPI Program protects the Nation's military readiness, enhances relationships with communities, preserves the environment, and improves military installation and community resilience to climate change. Under 10 U.S.C. 2684a, the REPI program funds cost-sharing partnerships for the military with state and local governments and private conservation organizations. These part...
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