AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY

Consider approval of the Commitment Resolution for the Marukan CDBG - EIP Project and authorize execution by the Chairman of the Resolution and related documents, per the request of Allen-Smith Consulting, Grant Administrator for the project.  Kenny Smith, City Manager, will address.

This joint EIP project application with Spalding County is for funds to provide a pre-treatment facility to assist Marukan Vinegar (U.S.A.) Inc. The City of Griffin will be the Lead Applicant for the proposed application due to being the wastewater service provider. The City will enter into an agreement with the Griffin-Spalding Development Authority (GSDA) to transfer ownership of the pre-treatment facility to the GSDA with Marukan identified as the entity to provide operation and maintenance of the facility. This Commitment Resolution provides that the City of Griffin makes a true and dedicated commitment to the project for its successful completion so said new business may provide new jobs for low- to moderate-income persons.

Staff recommends approval.

It will be the responsibility of the City of Griffin to include this project in its audit.  Any other expenses beyond the grant amount will be the responsibility of either the Griffin-Spalding Development Authority and/or Marukan Vinegar.