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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 11-43RESOLUTION NO. 11-43 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION,ARIZONA,AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR THE USE OF A SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL NONINFRASTRUCTURE GRANT. WHEREAS, the City of Apache Junction, Arizona ("City"), and the Arizona Department of Transportation ("ADOT")desire to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement ("IGA") allowing City to accept and complete a Safe Routes to School grant which includes providing educational events and activities at local elementary and middle schools and providing police enforcement; and WHEREAS, the parties have crafted a written agreement which sets forth the conditions for such arrangement; and WHEREAS,pursuant to A.R.S.§11-952(A)at seq.,public entities may enter into intergovernmental agreements with other municipalities and government entities for joint or cooperative activities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION ARIZONA, AS FOLLOWS: 1) The Mayor and City Council approve the Safe Route to Schools Grant Intergovernmental Agreement and the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the City. 2) Management staff is authorized to carry out the goals and objectives of the grant,to include fulfilling all administrative and programmatic requirements. RESOLUTION NO. 11-43 PAGE 1 OF 2 PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, ARIZONA, THIS 20TH DAY OFSEPTEMBER , 2011, and SIGNED AND ATTESTED TO THIS 20TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER,2011. aCHN S. INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: KATHLEEN CONNELLY City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: RICHARD J. STERN City Attorney RESOLUTION NO. 11-43 PAGE 2 OF 2 ADOT File No.:IGA/JPA 11-1351 AG Contract No.: P001 2011 002781 Project: Safe Routes to School Section: Various Schools ADOT Project No.:M504411X TIP/STIP Item No.:NA Budget Source Item No.:79411 INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF ARIZONA AND CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION THIS AGREEMENT is entered into this date , 2011, pursuant to the Arizona Revised Statutes §11-951 through §11-954,as amended,between the STATE OF ARIZONA, acting by and through its DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (the "State") and the CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, acting by and through its MAYOR and CITY COUNCIL (the "City").The State and the City are collectively referred to as "Parties". I.RECITALS 1.The State is empowered by Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-401 to enter into this Agreement and has delegated to the undersigned the authority to execute this Agreement on behalf of the State. 2.The City is empowered by Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-572 to enter into this Agreement and has by resolution, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof, resolved to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the City. 3.The Safe Routes to School Program (SRTS)was established in August 2005 as part of SAFETEA-LU, Section 1404 of this legislation provides funding (for the first time) for State Departments of Transportation to create and administer SRTS programs.The recipient has up to twenty-four (24) months to expend the funds, unless otherwise specified. The State and the City have identified programs within the City as eligible for this funding. 4.The City as a recipient of this SRTS grant must comply with Arizona State Procurement Code for the purchase of materials and/or services. 5.The purpose of this Agreement between the State and the City is to allow the State to acquire Federal funds for the implementation of various educational safety programs, hereinafter referred to as the 'Project'.The Project will consist of bicycle rodeos, National Safe Walk to School Days, monthly Walk to School Program, Neighborhood Walking School Bus Challenges and classroom challenge events.The City will also use the services of crossing guards, park rangers and police department officers. The Project has been submitted to the State and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for their approval. Page 2 IGA/JPA 11-1351 ADOT Project No. M504411X Federal Aid @ 100% (capped) Total Estimated Project Cost $35,000.00 $35,000.00 The Parties acknowledge that the final bid amount may exceed the initial estimate(s) shown above, and in such case, the City is responsible for, and agrees to pay, any and all eventual, actual costs exceeding the initial estimate. If the final bid amount is less than the initial estimate, the difference between the final bid amount and the initial estimate will be de -obligated or otherwise released from the Project. The City acknowledges it remains responsible for, and agrees to pay according to the terms of this Agreement, any and all eventual, actual costs exceeding the final bid amount. THEREFORE,in consideration of the mutual covenants expressed herein, it is agreed as follows: II.SCOPE OF WORK 1.The State will: a.Submit all documentation required to the FHWA containing the above -mentioned Project with the recommendation that funding be approved for implementation and funding, on behalf of the City.If such Project is approved by the FHWA and the funds are available the State with the aid and consent of the FHWA in accordance with SAFETEA-LU funding,authorizes the City to proceed with the work covered in the application and will request the maximum Federal funds available. b.Not be obligated to incur any expenditure on behalf of the City.Should costs exceed the maximum Federal funds available or unforeseen conditions or circumstances increase the cost of said work required by a change in the Project, it is understood and agreed that the City will be responsible for any overage. c.No more than monthly and within thirty (30) days of receipt and approval of an invoice from the City, the State will reimburse the City with Federal funds up to $35,000.00 of eligible Project costs. d.Not be obligated for any possible maintenance that may arise from the implementation of the Project. 2.The City will: a.Upon concurrence and authorization of FHWA and State, proceed with the development and implementation plans for the Project in the format covered in the application. b.Be responsible for all costs, should costs exceed the maximum Federal funds available, it is understood and agreed that the City will be responsible for any overage. c.Provide the personnel to self administer this Project using Arizona procurement procedures, proceed to advertise for, receive and open bids or proposals and enter into a contract(s) with a firm(s) to whom the award is made. d.Be obligated to incur any expenditure should unforeseen conditions or circumstances increase the cost of said work required by a change in the extent of scope of the work requested by the City.Such changes require the prior approval of the State. e.Within thirty (30) days of paying for goods and services under this Agreement and no more than monthly invoice the State for incurred, eligible Project costs up to $35,000.00. Page 3 IGA/JPA 11-1351 f.Be entirely responsible for all costs incurred in performing and accomplishing the work as set forth in this Agreement not covered by Federal funding. g.Upon completion of the Project, agree to accept, maintain and assume full responsibility of said Project including any possible maintenance that may arise from the implementation of the Project. III.MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS 1.This Agreement shall remain in force and effect for twenty-four (24) months from the date of execution, to also include final reimbursement and submittal of final status reports, provided however, that this Agreement, except any provision herein for maintenance, which shall be perpetual, unless assumed by another governmental agency, may be cancelled at any time prior to the award of a contract, upon thirty (30) days written notice to the other party. It is understood and agreed that, in the event the City terminates this Agreement, the State shall in no way be obligated to maintain said Project. 2.The State assumes no financial obligation or liability under this Agreement, or for any resulting construction Project. The City,in regard to the City's relationship with the State only, assumes full responsibility for the design, plans, specifications, reports, the engineering in connection therewith and the construction of the improvements contemplated,cost over -runs and construction claims.It is understood and agreed that the State's participation is confined solely to securing federal aid on behalf of the City and the fulfillment of any other responsibilities of the State as specifically set forth herein; that any damages arising from carrying out, in any respect, the terms of this Agreement or any modification thereof shall be the liability of the City and that to the extent permitted by law, the City hereby agrees to save, defend and hold harmless and indemnify from loss the State, any of its departments, agencies, officers or employees from any and all costs and/or damage incurred by any of the above and from any other damage to any person or property whatsoever,which is caused by any activity,condition, misrepresentation, directives, instruction or event arising out of the performance or non performance of any provisions of this Agreement by the State, any of its departments, agencies, officers and employees, or its independent contractors, the City, any of its agents, officers and employees, or its independent contractors. Costs incurred by the State, any of its departments, agencies, officers or employees shall include in the event of any action, court costs, and expenses of litigation and attorneys' fees. 3.This agreement shall remain in force and effect until completion of the work and related deposits and reimbursements. 4.The total funding of the federal funds under this Agreement shall not exceed the total Project cost.Should the Project not be completed, be partially completed, or be completed at a lower cost that the amount Federal funded, or for any other reason, should any of these Federal funds not be expended, the amount of the funds provided under this Agreement shall be proportionately reduced. 5.Notify the State in writing within sixty (60) days of completion of the Project.The State will deobligate any remaining federal funds from the Project. 6.The cost of the Project under this Agreement includes applicable indirect costs approved by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). 7.The City and the State warrant compliance with the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 and associated 2008 Amendments (the "Act").Additionally,in a timely manner, the City will provide information that is requested by the State to enable the State to comply with the requirements of the Act, as may be applicable. 8.This Agreement shall become effective upon signing and dating of the Determination Letter by the State's Attorney General. Page 4 IGA/JPA 11-1351 9.This Agreement may be cancelled in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes § 38-511. 10. To the extent applicable under law, the provisions set forth in Arizona Revised Statutes § 35-214 and § 35-215 shall apply to this Agreement. 11. In the event of any controversy which may arise out of this Agreement, the Parties hereto agree to abide by required arbitration as is set forth for public works contracts in Arizona Revised Statutes § 12- 1518. 12. All notices or demands upon any party to this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be delivered in person or sent by mail, addressed as follows: Arizona Department of Transportation Joint Project Administration205 S. 17th Avenue, Mail Drop 637E Phoenix, Arizona 85007 (602) 712-7124 (602) 712-3132 Fax City of Apache Junction Attn: Heather Patel 300 E Superstition Blvd Apache Junction, Arizona 85119-2825 (480) 474-2635 hpatel@ajcity.net For City Financial Matters: Donna Meinerts, Finance Director 300 E Superstition Blvd Apache Junction, Arizona 85119 (480) 474-5451 (480) 982-7010 Fax 13. This Agreement is subject to all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (Public Law 101-336, 42 U.S.C.12101-12213) and all applicable Federal regulations under the Act, including 28 CFR Parts 35 and 36.The parties to this Agreement shall comply with Executive Order Number 09-09 issued by the Governor of the State of Arizona and incorporated herein by reference regarding "Non -Discrimination". 14. Non -Availability of Funds: Every obligation of the State under this Agreement is conditioned upon the availability of funds appropriated or allocated for the fulfillment of such obligations. If funds are not allocated and available for the continuance of this Agreement, this Agreement may be terminated by the State at the end of the period for which the funds are available. No liability shall accrue to the State in the event this provision is exercised, and the State shall not be obligated or liable for any future payments as a result of termination under this paragraph. 15. Compliance requirements for Arizona Revised Statutes §41-4401—immigration laws and E -Verify requirement: a.The City warrants compliance with all Federal immigration laws and regulations relating to employees and warrants its compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-214(A). b.A breach of a warranty regarding compliance with immigration laws and regulations shall be deemed a material breach of the contract, and the City may be subject to penalties up to and including termination of the Agreement. c.The State retains the legal right to inspect the papers of any employee who works on the Project to ensure that the City or subcontractor is complying with the warranty under paragraph (a). Page 5 IGA/JPA 11-1351 16.Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes § 35-391.06 and § 35-393.06, each Party certifies that it does not have a scrutinized business operation in Sudan or Iran.For the purpose of this Section the term "scrutinized business operations" shall have the meanings set forth in Arizona Revised Statutes § 35-391 and/or § 35-393, as applicable.If any Party determines that another Party submitted a false certification, that Party may impose remedies as provided by law including terminating this Agreement. 17. The Parties hereto shall comply with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances, as may be amended. 18. In accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes § 11-952 (D) attached hereto and incorporated herein is the written determination of each party's legal counsel and that the Parties are authorized under the laws of this State to enter into this Agreement and that the Agreement is in proper form. IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the Parties have executed this Agreement the day and year first above written. CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION JOHN INSALACO Mayor ATTEST: By KATHY CONNELLY City Clerk STATE OF ARIZONA Department of Transportation By SAM MAROUFKHANI, P.E. Deputy State Engineer, Development JPA 11-1351 ATTORNEY APPROVAL FORM FOR THE CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION I have reviewed the above referenced Intergovernmental Agreement between the State of Arizona, acting by and through its DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, and the CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION, an Agreement between public agencies which has been reviewed pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes § 11-951 through § 11-954, and declare this Agreement to be in proper form and within the powers and authority granted to the City under the laws of the State of Arizona. No opinion is expressed as to the authority of the State to enter into this Agreement. "DATED this day of Sev+e"401 ,2011. City Attorney