R2005-0027 02-14-05 RESOLUTION NO. R2005-27
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO
MAKE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS PROVIDED THROUGH THE
2005 PRE-DISASTER MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager or his
designee to make application for grant funds provided through the 2005 Pre-Disaster
Mitigation Grant Program.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this the 7th day of February ,
A.D., 2005.
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DARRIN M. COKER
CITY ATTORNEY
TOM REID
MAYOR
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Subgrant Project Application
Application Title: Maws Creek Drainage Improvement - City of Pearland
Subgrant Applicant: City of Pearland
Application Number:
Application Year: 2005
Grant Type: Project Application
Address: 3519 Liberty Drive, Pearland, TX 77581-0000
Name of Applicant
State
Congressional District
Type of Applicant
Legal status, function, and
facilities owned:
State Tax Number:
Federal Tax Number:
Other type name:
Federal Employer Identification Number(EIN). If Indian
Tribe, this is Tribal Identification Number.
What is your DUNS Number?
Are you the application preparer?
Is the application preparer the Point of Contact?
Is application subject to review by Executive Order 12372
Process?
Is the applicant delinquent on any Federal debt?
Explanation:
Applicant Information
City of Pearland, TX
TX
9th
State Government
The City is a Home Rule City with a
Council/Manager form of government
74-6028909
74-6028909
O20796397 -
Yes
No
No. Program has not been selected by state for
review
No
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Title
First Name
Middle Initial
Last Name
Title
Agency/Organization
Address 1
Address 2
City
State
ZIP
Phone
Fax
Email
Contact Information
Point of Contact Information
Mr.
Eisen
City Manager
City of Pearland
3519 Liberty Drive
Pearland
TX
77581
281-652-1661 Ext.
281-652-1705
beisen @cl. pearland.tx, us
Title
First Name
Middle Initial
Last Name
Title
Agency/Organization
Address 1
Address 2
City
State
ZIP
Phone
Fax
Email
Alternate Point of Contact Information
Mrs.
Cindy
Alacala
Grants Administrator
City of Pearland
3519 Liberty Drive
Pealand
TX
77581
281-652-1751 Ext.
calcala@ci, pearland.tx, us
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Community Information
Please provide the name of each community that will benefit from this mitigation activity.
State US
State County Community CID CRS CRS Legislative Congressional
Code Name Number Community Rating District District
PEARLAND CITY 480077 N 480077 1
TX 480077_QBM0Z01WD OF
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The City of Pearland is located in southeast Texas, about 14 miles southeast of downtown Houston. Ground
surface elevations across the City vary from 31 feet to 65 feet above mean sea level. However, only minimally
perceptible gradient changes are found along major drainage ways. Soils are mostly in the Lake Charles clay
and Bernard clay loam complexes. Typical of the region, the dark gray soils are poorly drained, limiting private
septic systems and increasing storm water runoff. The climate of the region is humid subtropical, with hot
summers and mild winters. The area is typically sunny and 'mild with an average annual temperature of 68.9
degrees. The climate during the summer is moderated by prevailing cool southeasterly winds from the Gulf of
Mexico. Summers are long with high daytime and moderate nighttime temperatures. Normally, the winters are
short and mild. The average minimum January temperature is in the Iow 40's. During December, January, and
February, the winds are generally northerly, but during the balance of the year southerly winds predominate.
Generally, the heaviest precipitation occurs during thunderstorms in the spring, summer, and fall, and often is
associated with tropical systems and hurricanes moving through the region. Rainfall averages about 48 inches
per year and, although generally evenly distributed, the heaviest occurs in late spring or early fall. Pearland is
the fastest growing city in Brazoria County, positioned on a growth curve that extends well into the 21st century.
The estimated population for the year 2000 was 37,640, a 101% increase since 1990 (U.S. Census Bureau).
This growth was substantially higher than that of Brazoria County as a whole, which experienced a 26%
increase. According to the 2000 Census, Pearland had the 6th highest percent increase from 1990 among
Texas cities with populations of at least 35,000. Pearland, which is home to nearly one-sixth of Brazoria's
241,767 residents, is now the most populated city in Brazoria County with an average density of 932 persons
per square mile (statewide average is 79.6 persons per square mile). The Texas Department of Human Services
reports 973 births and 268 deaths in 2001. The City's 2001 population is estimated at 40,700. The long-term
rapid population increase contributes to development pressure and has the potential for long-lasting impacts on
the quality of life.
Comments
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Mitigation Plan Information
Is the entity that will benefit from the proposed activity covered by a current FEMA-approved
multihazard mitigation plan in compliance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000?
If Yes, please answer the following:
What is the name of the plan?
What is the type of plan?
When was the current
multihazard mitigation plan
approved by FEMA?
Describe how the proposed
activity relates to or is
consistent with the FEMA-
approved mitigation plan.
City of Pearland
Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan
Yes
09-08-2004
The plan identifies flood hazards as a major hazard in the City. As
stated in the plan, the City's top mitigation initiative is to prevent
futre flood damage and loss of life. Action Item 6 of the approved
plan states, Continue to pursue cost effective flood mitigation
projects (elevation, buyout, local drainage and storm water
detention projects); apply for federal funding, as appropriate.
If No or Not Known, please answer the following:
Does the entity have any other mitigation plans adopted?
If Yes, please provide the following information.
Plan Name Plan Type Date Adopted
No
Attachment
Does the State/Tribe in which the entity is located have a current FEMA-approved mitigation
plan in compliance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000?
If Yes, please answer the following:
What is the name of the plan? Texas Mitigation Plan - Standard 2004
What is the type of plan? Standard State Multi-hazard Mitigation Plan
When was the current
multihazard mitigation plan 11-02-2004
approved by FEMA?
Describe how the proposed
activity relates to or is
consistent with the
State/Tribe's FEMA-approved
mitigation plan.
If you would like to make any comments, please enter them below.
Yes
The activity is consistent with State and FEMA priorities to protect
flood prone properties from future damage.
To attach documents, click the Attachments button below.
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Mitigation Activity Information
What type of activity are you proposing? ~
403.4 Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins
If you selected Other or Miscellaneous, above, please specify:
Title of your proposed activity:
Marys Creek Drainage Improvement - City of Pearland
Are you doing construction in this project?
Yes
If you would like to make any comments, please enter them below.
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Problem Description
Please describe the problem to be mitigated. Include the geographic area in your description.
The revised Flood Insurance Study (FIS), dated September 22, 1999, covers Brazoria County and its
incorporated municipalities, including the City of Pearland. The FIS indicates that riverine flooding results
primarily from overflow of the streams and drainage ditches caused by rainfall runoff, ponding, and sheet flow.
Storms occurring during the summer months are often associated with tropical storms moving inland from the
Gulf of Mexico. Thunderstorms are common throughout the spring, summer, and fall months. The frequent
hurricanes and tropical storms interrupt the summer with high winds, heavy rainfalls, and high storm surges.
Using GIS to compare the flood map with the locations of buildings yields an estimate that 2,118 residential
buildings and 351 non-residential are located "in" the 100-year floodplains of Pearland. Therefore, not counting
buildings that are susceptible but that are outside of the mapped floodplain, approximately 17% of all buildings in
the City are prone to some degree of flooding. U.S. Census data are used to develop "average" values for
residential buildings ($117,000), yielding estimates of the total value of buildings that plot within the mapped
floodplain at $1.58B. Between 1978 and December 31, 2002, 1,894 flood insurance claims were paid on 1,009
buildings in Pearland, many of which are not "in" the mapped floodplain (Table 5-2). It appears that the vast
majority of these claims were for residential properties. Total claims paid for building and contents payments
exceed $41 million.
Enter the Latitude and Longitude coordinates for the project area.
Latitude: 29.324366
Longitude: 95.18434
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Hazard Information
Select hazards to be mitigated Flood
If other hazards, please specify
If you would like to make any comments, please enter them below.
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FIRM Information
Is the project located within a hazard area:
If other identified high hazard area, please
specify:
Is there a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) or Flood
Hazard Boundary Map (FHBM) available for your project
area?
Enter FIRM Panel Number:
Is the project site marked on the map?
Select Flood Zone Designation
Floodplain
Yes
48039C0045J
Electronic map attached
Area of minimal flood hazards (C, X), Area of
moderate flood hazards (B, X), Area of special flood
hazard with water surface elevations determined (Al-
30, AE)
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Scope of Work
Describe the need for this activity, the problems it will address, the goals and objectives,
and the methodology for implementing this activity.
Homes in the project area have experienced repetitive flooding in the past. In fact, one neighborhood in
particular within the project area, Corrigan, has had many homes substantially damaged and many others are on
FEMA's repetitive loss list. 40 of the homes in Corrigan were acquired and demolished after Tropical Storm
Allison in 2001. The goal of this project is to reduce water surface elevations in the project area by removing the
Highway 35 bridge where it crosses Marys Creek and replace it with an open span bridge that will not impede
flows, to improve the channel to increase conveyance, and to provide detention to prevent downstream impacts.
The modeling that was completed by Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation (DEC) indicates that, after these
improvements are complete, the following average improvements in water surface elevation are obtained. For
the 10-year event, there is an average reduction of .42 feet. For the 50-year event, there is an average reduction
of .52 feet. For the 100-year event, there is an average reduction of .53 feet. And for the 500-year event, there is
an average reduction of .50 feet. Using FEMAs full data module, these reductions result in nearly $5.4M in
avoided damages over the 50 year project life cycle - significantly less than the $1.8M project cost.
If you would like to make any comments, please enter them below.
Please see the attached letter from Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation (DEC) which describes the modeling
methodology and observed benefits in more detail. The analysis was completed by Alejandro C. Flores, P.E.,
C.F.M. (P.E. number 569939). Al works for DEC and provides consulting support to the City of Pearland.
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Enter Work Schedule
Description Of Task Starting
Point Unit Of Time Duration Unit Of Time
Crossing raising 1 DAYS 360 DAYS
Draft 1 DAYS 600 DAYS
Estimate the total duration of the proposed activity: 600 DAYS
Work Complete By
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Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins (403.4)
Property Owner's Name Address City State
SANCHEZ JUVENTINO 5307 Carmona Pearland TX
ZIP
77584-1139
Action
View Details
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Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins (403.4)
Address of Property to be Mitigated:
Address line 1 5307 Carmona
Address line 2
City Pearland
County
State TX
ZIP 77584 - 1139
Owner Information:
First Name SANCHEZ
Middle Name
Last Name JUVENTINO
Home
Phone
Owner's Mailing Address:
Address line 1
Address line 2
Other (PO Box, Route, etc)
City
State
ZIP
Does this property have a co-owner?
Cell
No
Office
Ext.
Other
Ext.
Property Information:
Age of structure (year built)
_SHPQ Review
SHPO Reviewed Date
Structure Type
Foundation type
Basement
Type of Residence
Parcel Number
Property Tax Identification Number
La[itud~e
~itude
1976
Single Family
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NFIP Policy Number
Insurance Policy Provider
Select hazard to be mitigated:
Damage Category
Pre-Event Fair Market Value
Benefit Cost Analysis Performed
Benefit Cost Ratio
Legal Description
Flood
0-49% Damaged
Property Information I1:
* Primary Property Action
Secondary Property Actions
Flood Hazard
Base Flood Elevation feet
First Floor Elevation feet
Number of feet the lowest floor elevation of the
structure is being raised above Base Flood Elevation feet
(only applicable when Property Action is Elevation)
Flood Source
Property located within
Is there a Flood Insurance Rate Map~FIRM)
available for your project area?
Is the property site marked on the map?
* Flood Zone Desiqnation
Drainage improvements
Yes
Yes
Area of special flood hazard with water surface elevations
determined (A1-30, AE)
FIRM Information (Flood Maps)
Community Name
CID Number
FIRM Panel Number
Effective Date
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Decision Making Process
Describe the process you used to decide that this project is the best solution to the problem.
(1) We are focusing on the area in our community that has the greatest potential for losses. Review of FEMA
claim records, repetitive loss database, as well as personal experience during flood events, point to this area as
a target area. (2) We have considered risks to critical facilities. While the facilities themselves, are built higher
and out of the flood plain, the function of the facilities, i.e., fire protection, ambulance, and police service, will
greatly benefit because of much lower water levels in flooded streets. (3) We have considered the current
structures and interests in our communities when choosing this project by meeting with community groups and
hearing citizen comments. (4) We are addressing the source of our problems to the best of our ability. The
improvement to the bridge and channel are focued at mitigating a problem identified in a Corps study as causing
an increase in water surface elevations in the project area. detention basin is being constructed just above a
large, flood-prone area; and the channel improvements are being constructed just below the other large flood-
prone area. (5) There have been no impacts to environmental, natural, cultural, or historic resources identified.
Explain why this project is the best alternative.
There are three alternatives that were considered. No action, bridge and channel improvements/detention
(which is the recommended alternative), and acquisition/demolition of flood prone structures. No action was
dropped from consideration because it does nothing to reduce and/or eliminate future damage and is therefore
unacceptable. Acquisition/demolition was considered cost prohibitive and not cost beneficial relative to the
benefits. At an estimated average value of $117,000, acquisition of even a fraction of the homes that will be
protected as part of this project would be extremely costly. With sound engineering data in hand, and FFEs on
homes in the project area, use of the full data module proved why this option was the best alternative. Using the
full data module yields a B/C ratio of 2.97.
Comments:
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Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins
Item Name Cost
Classification
Digging Construction And Project Improvement
Total Project Cost Estimate: $1,812,627.00
Unit Unit of
Quantity Measure Unit Cost ($)
1.00 Lump Sum $1,812,627.00
Total Cost
Cost
Estimate ($)
$1,812,627.00
$1,812,627.00
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Activity Cost Estimate
Federal Share Percentage
Non-Federal Share Percentage
Proposed Federal Share
Proposed Non-Federal Share
Match Sources
$1,812,627.00
74.99998621%
25.00001379%
Dollars
$1,359,470.00
$ 453,157.00
Percentage
74.99998621%
25.00001379%
Source Agency
LocalAgency Funding
Name of
Source Agency
General Fund
Matching Funds
Funding Type
Cash
Grand Total
Amount ($) Action
$ 453,157.00 View Details
$ 453,157.00
If you would like to make any comments, please enter them below.
The City historically has funded cost effective drainage projects via two funding sources. 1. General fund
operating budget, which in FY05 totals $32M, and 2. Bond issues, the most recent voter approved drainage
bonds (from 2001) included $22.5M for drainage improvements. If this grant is award, the City would have funds
available in the general fudn for their required local match.
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Cost Effectiveness Information
Attach the Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA), if completed for this project
Pearlands Properties that benefit, xls
What is the source and type of the problem?
The source of the problem is two-fold. First, the bridge that crosses Marys Creek at State Highway 35 was built
in such as way as to signficanly empede the flow or wate through the brigde. The structure elements of the
bridge are in the creek bed and the box culverts under the bridge are undersized. Removing this bridge and
replacing it with an open span bridge will signifcantly increase flows and reduce the rise in water surface
elevations downstream from the bridge. The second source of the problem is that the channel itself is
undersized causing water to come out of bank during events. The proposed deepening and widening of this
existing channel will further reduce water surface elevations downstream.
How frequent is the event?
The homes in the project areas flood in various size events. Of the 937 homes within the project area that will
benefit, 207 of them are currently sitting below the 10~year event level.
How severe is the damage?
Based upon FEMAs paid claims database, there have seven significant events in the City (plus frequent small
events). Two in 1979, one in 1981, one in 1983, one in 1989, one in 1994, and one in 2001. In total, throughout
the City, these events resulted in over $41M in paid claims.
What kinds of property are at risk?
Within the project there are 872 single family, 1 story, slab-on-grade homes. These homes are, on average,
1500 square feet with an estimated average replacement cost value of $97,500. In addition, there is a mobile
home park within the project in which there are 67 homes that will benefit. These homes are, on average, 800
square feet with an estimated average replacement cost value of $32,000.
Are there better, alternative ways to solve the problem?
There are three alternatives that were considered. No action, bridge and channel improvements/detention
(which is the recommended alternative), and acquisition/demolition of flood prone structures. No action was
dropped from consideration because it does nothing to reduce and/or eliminate future damage and is therefore
unacceptable. Acquisition/demolition was considered cost prohibitive and not cost beneficial relative to the
benefits. At an estimated average value of $117,000, acquisition of even a fraction of the homes that will be
protected as part of this project would be extremely costly. With sound engineering data in hand, and FFEs on
homes in the project area, use of the full data module proved why this option was the best alternative. Using the
full data module yields a B/C ratio of 2.97.
Are the mitigation project costs well documented and reasonable?
Yes
If you would like to make any comments, please enter them below.
There is a mobile home park in the project area. 65 mobile homes in this neighborhood will benefit from this
project. For the purpose of the B/C analysis, the Brazoria County lists the entire neighborhood as one property,
with a total Square footage for all improvements. We have first floor elevations for each individual property. To
run the B/Cs we used the average sqft for mobile homes in this neighborhood of 800 square feet for each home
that was analyzed. To determine replacement cost value, we consulted Marshal and Swift relative to the style,
age, type of construction, location, and condition of these mobile homes - with this data, we decided to use $40
per square foot for replacement cost. To determine replacement cost value for single family homes within the
project area, we consulted Marshal and Swift relative to the style, age, type of construction, location, and
condition of these homes - with this data, we decided to use $65 per square foot for replacement cost.
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Date Event
07- Flood
1979
07- Flood
1979
06- Flood
1981
09- Flood
1983
08- Flood
1989
10- FlOod
1994
06- Flood
2001
History of Past Damages
Description of Damage
Within the City, homes and streets were flooded resulting ~n s~gnificant dollar
value of losses. The "Amount of Damage" shown here was taken directly from
FEMA's paid claims database - total losses (to include non-~nsured losses)
were much higher.
Within the City, homes and streets were flooded resulting ~n s~gnificant dollar
value of losses. The "Amount of Damage" shown here was taken directly from
FEMA's paid claims database - total losses (to include non-~nsured losses)
were much higher.
Within the City, homes and streets were flooded resulting ~n s~gnificant dollar
value of losses. The "Amount of Damage" shown here was taken directly from
FEMA's paid claims database ~ total losses (to include non-~nsured losses)
were much higher.
Within the City, homes and streets were flooded resulting ~n s~gnificant dollar
value of losses. The "Amount of Damage" shown here was taken directly from
FEMA's paid claims database - total losses (to include non-insured losses)
were much higher.
Within the City, homes and streets were flooded resulting ~n s~gnificant dollar
value of losses. The "Amount of Damage" shown here was taken directly from
FEMA's paid claims database - total losses (to include non-~nsured losses)
were much higher.
Within the City, homes and streets were flooded resulting ~n s~gnificant dollar
value of losses. The "Amount of Damage" shown here was taken directly from
FEMA's paid claims database - total losses (to include nonqnsured losses)
were much higher.
Within the City, homes and streets were flooded resulting ~n s~gniflcant dollar
value of losses. The "Amount of Damage" shown here was taken directly from
FEMA's paid claims database - total losses (to include nonqnsured losses)
were much higher.
Total Amount of Damage
Amount of
Damage
$ 3,680,956.00
$1,224,200.00
$ 589,107.00
$1,006,925.00
$1,914,369.00
$10,194,369.00
$ 22,406,788.00
$41,016,714.00
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A. National Historic Preservation Act - Historic Buildings and Structures
* 1. Does your project affect or is it in close proximity to any buildings or structures 50
years or more in age?
No
If Yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
The property address and original date of construction for each property affected (unless this
information is already noted in the Properties section),
A minimum of two color photographs showing at least three sides of each structure (Please label
the photos accordingly),
A diagram or USGS 1:24,000 scale quadrangle map displaying the relationship of the property(s)
to the project area.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other information you are
providing:
Information gathered about potential historic properties in the project area, including any
evidence indicating the age of the building or structure and presence of buildings or structures
that are listed or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places or within or near a
National Register listed or eligible historic district. Sources for this information may include the
State Historic Preservation Officer, and/or the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO/THPO),
your local planning office, historic preservation organization, or historical society.
Consideration of how the project design will minimize adverse effects on known or potential
historic buildings or structures, and any alternatives considered or implemented to avoid or
minimize effects on historic buildings or structures. Please address and note associated costs in
your project budget.
For acquisition/demolition projects affecting historic buildings or structures, any data regarding
the consideration and feasibility of elevation, relocation, or flood proofing as alternatives to
demolition.
~ Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
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B. National Historic Preservation Act -Archeological Resources
* 1. Does your project involve disturbance of ground? Yes
If Yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
~ A description of the ground disturbance by giving the dimensions (area, volume, depth, etc.) and
location
The past use of the area to be disturbed, noting the extent of previously disturbed ground.
A USGS 1:24,000 scale or other site map showing the location and extent of ground disturbance.
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To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other information you are
providing:
Any information about potential historic properties, including archeological sites, in the project area.
Sources of this information may include SHPO/THPO, and/or the Tribe's cultural resources contact if
no THPO is designated. Include, if possible, a map showing the relation of any identified historic
properties to the project area.
Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
All ground to be "disturbed" in this project area is ground that was previously disturbed. Regarding vegetation -
in order to complete the project, some minor vegetation disturbance will occur, mostly grasses. Upon completion
of the project will replant the area with same. Regarding Documentation of the alternatives considered to
eliminate or minimize impacts to floodplains, due to the minimal impact discussed above there were no
alternatives evaluated. Please see attached site map for area, amount, and description of disturbance.
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C. Endangered Species Act and Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act
* 1. Are Federally listed threatened or endangered species or their critical habitat present in
the area affected by the project?
If Yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
No
Information you obtained to identify species in or near the project area. Provide the source and date
of the information cited.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other information you are
providing:
Any request for information and associated response from the USFWS, the National Marine Fisheries
Service (NMFS) (for affected ocean-going fish), or your State Wildlife Agency, regarding potential
listed species present and potential of the project to impact those species.
Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
* 2. Does your project remove or affect vegetation? Yes
If Yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
~ Description of the amount (area) and type of vegetation to be removed or affected.
~ A site map showing the project area and the extent of vegetation affected.
~ Photographs or digital images that show both the vegetation affected and the vegetation in context of
its surroundings.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other information you are
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providing:
Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
All ground to be "disturbed" in this project area is gound that was previously disturbed. Regarding vegetation - in
order to complete the project, some minor vegetation disturbance will occur, mostly grasses. Upon completion of
the project will replant the area with same. Regarding Documentation of the alternatives considered to eliminate
or minimize impacts to floodplains, due to the minimal impact discussed above there were no alternatives
evaluated. Please see attached site map for area, amount, and description of disturbance.
* 3. Is your project in, near (within 200 feet), or likely to affect any type of waterway or body Yes of water?
If Yes, and project is not within an existing building, you must confirm that you have provided the
following:
A USGS 1:24,000 scale quadrangle map showing the project activities in relation to all nearby
water bodies (within 200 feet).
Any information about the type of water body nearby including: its dimensions, the proximity of the
project activity to the water body, and the expected and possible changes to the water body, if any.
Identify all water bodies regardless whether you think there may be an effect
~ A photograph or digital image of the site showing both the body of water and the project area.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other information you are
providing:
Evidence of any discussions with the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and/or your State
Wildlife Agency concerning any potential impacts if there is the potential for the project to affect any
water body.
Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
We will be improving an existing channel, Marys Creek, in the area near the bridge crossing at State Highway
35. These improvements consist of adding a trapezoidal channel with a bottom width of 40 feet, 4 to 1 side
slopes, and a Manning's n~valve of 0.035.
Attachments:
D. Clean Water Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, and Executive Order 11990 (Protection of Wetlands)
* 1. Will the project involve dredging or disposal of dredged material, excavation, adding fill
material or result in any modification to water bodies or wetlands designated as "waters of
the U.S" as identified by the US Army Corps of Engineers or on the National Wetland No
Inventory?
If Yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
Documentation of the project location on a USGS 1:24,000 scale topographic map or image and
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a copy of a National Wetlands Inventory map or other available wetlands mapping information.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other information you are
providing:
Request for information and response letter from the US Army Corps of Engineers and/or State
resource agencies regarding the potential for wetlands, and applicability of permitting
requirements.
Evidence of alternatives considered to eliminate or minimize impacts to wetlands.
~ Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
Attachments:
E. Executive Order 11988 (Floodplain Management)
* 1. Does a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), Flood Hazard Boundary Map (FHBM),
hydrologic study, or some other source indicate that the project is located in or will affect a
100 year floodplain, a 500 year floodplain if a critical facility, an identified regulatory Yes
floodway, or an area prone to flooding?
If Yes, please indicate in the text box below any documentation to identify the means or the
alternatives considered to eliminate or minimize impacts to floodplains (See the 8 step process found
in 44 CFR Part 9.6.) to help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project:
Given that all improvements are occuring in the existing channel and the bridge improvements will increase
conveyance, there is no negative effect to the floodplain or floodway.
* 2. Does the project alter a watercourse, water flow patterns, or a drainage way, regardless of
its floodplain designation? Yes
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA evaluate the
impact of the project:
Hydrologic/hydraulic information from a qualified engineer to demonstrate how drainage and
flood flow patterns will be changed and to identify down and upstream effects.
Evidence of any consultation with US Army Corps of Engineers (may be included under Part D
of the Environmental Information).
Request for information and response letter from the State water resource agency, if applicable,
with jurisdiction over modification of waterways.
~ Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
Please see attached document from Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation that overviews the hydologic and
hydraulic information.
Attachments:
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F. Coastal Zone Management Act
* 1. Is the project located in the State's designated coastal zone?
No
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA evaluate the
impact of the project:
Information resulting from contact with the appropriate State agency that implements the coastal
zone management program regarding the likelihood of the project's consistency with the State's
coastal zone plan and any potential requirements affecting the cost or design of the proposed
· activity.
~ Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
Attach ments:
G. Farmland Protection Policy Act
* 1. Will the project convert more than 5 acres of "prime or unique" farmland outside city limits
to a non-agricultural use?
Comments:
No
Attachments:
H. RCRA and CERCLA (Hazardous and Toxic Materials)
* 1. Is there a reason to suspect there are contaminants from a current or past use on the
property associated with the proposed project?
No
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA evaluate the impact
of the project:
Comments and any relevant documentation.
Results of any consultations with State or local agency to obtain permit with requirements for
handling, disposing of or addressing the effects of hazardous or toxic materials related to project
implementation.
~ Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
* 2. Are there any studies, investigations, or enforcement actions related to the property
associated with the proposed project?
No
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If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA evaluate the impact
of the project:
Comments and any relevant documentation.
Results of any consultations with State or local agency to obtain permit with requirements for
handling, disposing of or addressing the effects of hazardous or toxic materials related to project
implementation.
~ Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
* 3. Does any project construction or operation activities involve the use of hazardous or toxic
materials? No
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA evaluate the impact
of the project:
Comments and any relevant documentation.
Results of any consultations with State or local agency to obtain permit with requirements for
handling, disposing of or addressing the effects of hazardous or toxic materials related to project
implementation.
~ Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
* 4. Do you know if any of the current or past land-uses of the property affected by the
proposed project or of the adjacent properties are associated with hazardous or toxic
materials?
No
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA evaluate the impact
of the project:
Comments and any relevant documentation.
Results of any consultations with State or local agency to obtain permit with requirements for
handling, disposing of or addressing the effects of hazardous or toxic materials related to project
implementation.
~ Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
Attachments:
I. Executive Order 12898, Environmental Justice for Low Income and Minority Populations
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* 1. Are there Iow income or minority populations in the project's area of effect or adjacent to
the project area?
If Yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
No
Description of any disproportionate and adverse effects to these populations.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other information you are
providing:
Description of the population affected and the portion of the population that would be
disproportionately and adversely affected. Please include specific efforts to address the
adverse impacts in your proposal narrative and budget.
Attached materials or additional comments.
Comments:
Attachments:
J. Other Environmental/Historic Preservation Laws or Issues
* 1. Are there other environmental/historic preservation requirements associated with this
project that you are aware of?
No
If Yes, please indicate in the text box below a description of the requirements, issues or public
involvement effort.
* 2. Are there controversial issues associated with this project? No
If Yes, please indicate in the text box below a description of the requirements, issues or public
involvement effort.
* 3. Have you conducted any public meeting or solicited public input or comments on your
specific proposed mitigation project? Yes
If Yes, please indicate in the text box below a description of the requirements, issues or public
involvement effort.
The City has held numerous public meetings with Citizens within the affected area overview various potential
solutions to the flooding problem.
Attachments:
K, Summary and Cost of Potential Impacts
* 1. Having answered the questions in parts A. through J., have you identified any aspects of
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your proposed project that have the potential to impact environmental resources or
historic properties?
No
If Yes, you must confirm that you have:
Evaluated these potential effects and provided the materials required in Parts A through J that
identify the nature and extent of potential impacts to environmental resources and/or historic
properties.
Consulted with appropriate parties to identify any measures needed to avoid or minimize these
impacts.
Comments:
Considered alternatives that could minimize both the impacts and the cost of the project.
Made certain that the costs of any measures to treat adverse effects are realistically reflected in
the project budget estimate.
Attachments:
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Maintenance Schedule and Costs
Provide a maintenance schedule including
cost information
Identify entity that will perform any long-term
maintenance
If you would like to make any comments,
please enter them below.
Attach letter from entity accepting
performance responsibility
There will be very minimal maintenance required after project
completion. The channel will be maintained by the local drainage
district as part of there normal maintenance plan and schedule.
The bridge, once replaced will be owned and maintained by
TXDOT.
BDD4 and TXDOT
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Evaluation Information (Part 1 of 4)
Is the recipient participating in the Community Rating System
C(~_R~S)?? - No
If yes, what is their CRS rating2?
Is the recipient a Cooperating Technical Partner (CTP)? No
Is the recipient a Firewise Community? No
If yes, please provide their Firewise Community number.
Has the recipient adopted building codes consistent with the
International Codes? Yes
Has the recipient adopted the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) 5000 Code? No
Have the recipient's building codes been assessed on the
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule (BCEGS)2 Yes
If yes, what is their BCEGS rating? 6
Is the recipient a Disaster Resistant University? No
Is the recipient a Historically Black College. or University or a
Tribal College_ or Universi~'? No
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Evaluation Information (Part 2 of 4)
Describe the desired outcome and methodology of the mitigation activity in terms of mitigation objectives to be
achieved.
The desired outcome of this project is to reduce the water surface elevations for all events, thus reducing the
flooding of homes at or below those event levels. The methodology to accomplish this is to remove the
impedances within the channel, increase conveyance, and increase channel capacity.
Describe performance expectations and timeline for interim milestones and overall completion of mitigation
activity.
We plan on carefully monitoring the man-hours and equipment hours used for each phase indicated in the
project schedule and each construction task, as well as all materials purchased for each construction task.
Describe how you will manage the costs and schedule, and how you will ensure successful performance.
Our experienced Projects team would use a structured project management process to oversee schedule,
scope, and budget.
Describe the staff and resources needed to implement this mitigation activity and the applicant's ability to
provide these resources.
The City has managed many large and complex drainage improvement projects in the past. In fact, the most
recent voter approved drainage bonds (from 2001) included $22.5M for drainage improvements. Our
experienced Projects team would use proven processes to select the most qualified contractor and would
oversee all aspects of the project implementation.
If applying for multiple mitigation activities, how do these activities relate?
The City of Pearland is not applying for mulitple activities
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Evaluation Information (Part 3 of 4)
How will this mitigation activity leverage involvement of partners to enhance its outcome?
In implementing this project, the City of Pearland will work closely with the Army Corps of Engineers, who has
participated in past and on-going studies of the project area. In addition, the City would work closely with the
local Drainage District, Brazoria County Drainage District No. 4, who will be responsible for maintenance of the
channel, once improved. Finally, the City will coordinate the bridge replacement with TXDOT. The bridge will be
constructed to TXDOT specifications as it will be turned overt to TXDOT, after constructed.
How will this mitigation activity offer long-term financial and social benefits?
By reducing the flooding of these homes the streets, the citizens in this area will have significant financial and
social benefits by not have the expense and effort of post flood clean-up and repair. In addition, both the City
and FEMA will have reduced expenditures in the areas of NFIP insurance payments, grants, and emergency
response and recovery.
How does this mitigation activity comply with Federal laws and Executive Orders, and how is it complementary
to other Federal programs?
The project complies with all Federal laws and Executive Orders.
What outreach activities are planned relative to this mitigation activity (e.g., signs, press releases, success
stories, developing package to share with other communities, losses avoided analysis) and/or how will this
mitigation activity serve as a model for other communities (i.e. Do you intend to mentor other communities,
Tribes or States? Do you intend to prepare a description of the process followed in this activity so that others
may learn from the example?)?
All City Council meetings are open to the public and drainage issues are a frequent topic of discussion. In
addition, the City holds frequent meetings with homeowners in the project area to discuss flooding and potential
solutions. Once an award is made for this project, a press release will be issued and signs will be posted at or
near the job site.
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Evaluation Information (Part 4 of 4)
Please provide the percent of the population benefiting
from this mitigation activity.
Please explain your response.
Net Present Value of Project Benefits (A)
Total Project Cost Estimate (B)
What is the Benefit Cost Ratio for the entire project (A/B)?
Analysis Type
What is the primary hazard data used for the BCA?
What secondary hazards were considered during the
BCA?
Other Secondary Hazard
Does this mitigation activity protect a critical facility?
If yes, please select the type of critical
facilities to be protected
Comments:
6.5
There are apprpoximately 14,500 homes in the City
of and there are 937 homes in the project area that
will benefit to varying degrees.
$ 5381200.00
$1812627.00
2.969
FEMA BCA software methodology
Flood
null
Yes
Emergency Medical Care Facilities, Fire Protection
Name
Date Attached
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Name of Section
Application
Level
Scope of Work
Match Sources
Cost
Effectiveness
Information
Comments and Attachments
Comment
We analyzed the pre and post benefits of
over 900. One representative home was
added to the property site inventory list.
The entire list of homes, with address,
SQFT, and year built is attached to this
application - titled Pearland Properties
the Benefit.
Please see the attached letter from
Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation
(DEC) which describes the modeling
methodology and observed benefits in
more detail. The analysis was completed
by Alejandro C. Flores, P.E., C.F.M.
(P.E. number 569939). Al works for DEC
and provides consulting support to the
City of Pearland.
The City historically has funded cost
effective drainage projects via two
funding sources. 1. General fund
operating budget, which in FY05 totals
$32M, and 2. Bond issues, the most
recent voter approved drainage bonds
(from 2001) included $22.5M for
drainage improvements. If this grant is
award, the City would have funds
available in the general fudn for their
required local match.
There is a mobile home park in the
project area. 65 mobile homes in this
neighborhood will benefit from this
project. For the purpose of the B/C
analysis, the Brazoria County lists the
entire neighborhood as one property,
with a total Square footage for all
improvements. We have first floor
elevations for each individual property.
To run the B/Cs we used the average
sqft for mobile homes in this
neighborhood of 800 square feet for
each home that was analyzed. To
determine replacement cost value, we
consulted Marshal and Swift relative to
the style, age, type of construction,
location, and condition of these mobile
homes - with this data, we decided to
use $40 per square foot for replacement
cost. To determine replacement cost
value for single family homes within the
project area, we consulted Marshal and
Swift relative to the style, age, type of
construction, ~ocation, and condition of
these homes - with this data, we
decided to use $65 per square foot for
replacement cost.
Attachment Date Attached
Pearlands Properties that benefit.xls 02-02-2005
Pearlands Properties that benefit.xls 02-02-2005
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Assurances and Certifications
Please click the link in the status column to view forms.
Forms
Part I1: FEMA Form 20-16B, Assurances Construction Programs.
Part I1: FEMA Form 20-16C, Certifications Regarding Lobbying; Debarment, Suspension
and Other Responsibilities Matters; and Drug-Free Workplace Requirements.
Part II1: SF-LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (Complete only if applying for a grant of more than
$100,000 and have lobbying activities using Non-Federal funds, See Form 20-16C for lobbying activities
definition.)
Status
Incomplete
Incomplete
Incomplete
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FEMA Form 20-16B, Assurances-Construction Programs
Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 15 minutes per response,
including time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data
needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding the burden
estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to
the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348-0042), Washington, DC 20503.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND
BUDGET.
SEND IT TO THE ADDRESS PROVIDED BY THE SPONSORING AGENCY.
NOTE: Certain of these assurances may not be applicable to your project or program. If you have questions,
please contact the awarding agency. Further, certain Federal assistance awarding agencies may require
applicants to certify to additional assurances. If such is the case, you will be notified.
As the duly authorized representative of the applicant, I certify that the applicant:
1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance, and the institutional, managerial and
financial capability (including funds sufficient to pay the nonfederal share of project costs) to
ensure proper planning, management and completion of the project described in this
application.
2. Will give the awarding agency, the Comptroller General of the United States and, if
appropriate, the State, through any authorized representative, access to and the right to
examine all records, books, papers, or documents related to the assistance; and will
establish a proper accounting system in accordance with generally accepted accounting
standards or agency directives.
3. Will not dispose of, modify the use of, or change the terms of the real property title, or other
interest in the site and facilities without permission and instructions from the awarding
agency. Will record the Federal interest in the title of real property in accordance with
awarding agency directives and will include a covenant in the title of real property acquired in
whole or in part with Federal assistance funds to assure nondiscrimination during the useful
life of the project.
4. Will comply with the requirements of the assistance awarding agency with regard to the
drafting, review and approval of construction plans and specifications.
5. Will provide and maintain competent and adequate engineering supervision at the
construction site to ensure that the complete work conforms with the approved plans and
specifications and will furnish progress reports and such other ihformation as may be
required by the assistance awarding agency or state.
6. Will initiate and complete the work within the applicable time frame after receipt of approval
of the awarding agency.
7. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from using their positions for a purpose that
constitutes or presents the appearance of personal or organizational conflict of interest, or
personal gain.
8. Will comply with the Intergovernmental Personnel Act of 1970 (42 USC Sections 4728-4763)
relating to prescribed standards for merit systems for programs funded under one of the
nineteen statues or regulations specified in Appendix A of OPM's Standards for a Merit
System of Personnel Administration (5 CFR 900, Subpart F).
9. Will comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 USC Section 4801 et
seq.) which prohibits the use of lead based paint in construction or rehabilitation of residence
structures.
10. Will comply with all Federal statutes relating to nondiscrimination. These include but are not
limited to: (a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (PL 88-352) which prohibits
discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin; (b) Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 USC Sections 1681- 1683, and 1685-1686), which
prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; (c) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
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as amended (29 USC Section 794), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicaps;
(d) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 USC Sections 6101-6107), which
prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; (e) the Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of
1972 (PL 92-255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of drug abuse; (f)
the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation
Act of 1970 (PL 91-616), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol
abuse or alcoholism; (g) Sections 523 and 527 of the Public Health Service Act of 1912 (42
USC Sections 290-dd-3 and 290-ee-3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol and
drug abuse patient records; (h) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 USC Section 3601
et seq.), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, rental or financing of housing;
(I) any other nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(s) under which application for
Federal assistance is being made; and, (j) the requirements of any other nondiscrimination
statute(s) which may apply to the application.
11. Will comply, or has already complied, with the requirements of Titles II and III of the Uniform
Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (PL 91-646)which
provide for fair and equitable treatment of persons displaced or whose property is acquired
as a result of Federal and Federally assisted programs. These requirements apply to all
interests in real property acquired for project purposes regardless of Federal participation in
purchases.
12. Will comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act (5 USC Sections 1501-1508 and 7324-7328)
which limit the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are
funded in whole or in part with Federal funds.
13. Will comply, as applicable, with the provisions of the Davis-Bacon Act (40 USC Sections
276a to 276a-7), the Copeland Act (40 USC Section 276C and 18 USC Section 874), and the
Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 USC Sections 327-333) regarding labor
standards for federally assisted construction subagreements.
14. Will comply with flood insurance purchase requirements of Section 102(a) of the Flood
Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (PL 93-234) which requires recipients in a special flood
hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase flood insurance if the total cost of
insurable construction and acquisition is $10,000 or more.
15. Will comply with environmental standards which may be prescribed pursuant to the following:
(a) institution of environmental quality control measures under the National Environmental
Policy Act of 1969 (PL 91-190) and Executive Order (EO) 11514; (b) notification of violating
facilities pursuant to EO 11738; (c) protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 11990; (d)
evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance with EO 11988; (e) assurance of
project consistency with the approved State management program developed under the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 USC Section 1451 et seq.); (f) conformity of
Federal actions to State (Clean Air) Implementation Plans under Section 176(c) of the Clean
Air Act of 1955, as amended (42 USC Section 7401 et seq.); (g) protection of underground
sources of drinking water under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as amended (PL 93-
523); and (h) protection of endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973,
as amended (PL 93-205).
16. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 (16 USC Section 1271 et seq.)
related to protecting components or potential components of the national wild and scenic
rivers system.
17. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance with Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16 USC Section 470), EO 11593
(identification and preservation of historic properties), and the Archaeological and Historic
Preservation Act of 1974 (16 USC Section 469a-1 et seq.).
18. Will cause to be performed the required financial and compliance audits in accordance with
the Single Audit Act of 1984.
19. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other Federal laws, Executive Orders,
regulations, and policies governing this program.
20. It will comply with the minimum wage and maximum hour provisions of the Federal Fair
Labor Standards Act (29 USC Section 201 ), as they apply to employees of institutions of
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higher education, hospitals, and other nonprofit organizations.
21. It will obtain approval by the appropriate Federal agency of the final working drawings and
specifications before the project is advertised or placed on the market for bidding; that it will
construct the project, or cause it to be constructed, to final completion in accordance with the
application and approved plans and specifications; that it will submit to the appropriate
Federal agency for prior approval changes that alter the cost of the project, use of space, or
functional layout, that it will not enter into a construction contract(s) for the project or
undertake other activities until the conditions of the construction grant program(s) have been
met.
22. It will operate and maintain the facility in accordance with the minimum standards as may be
required or prescribed by the applicable Federal, State, and local agencies for the
maintenance and operation of such facilities.
23. It will require the facility to be designed to comply with the "American Standard Specification
for Making Buildings and Facilities Accessible to, and Usable by, the Physically
Handicapped," Number A117.- 1961, as modified (41 CFR 101-17.703). The applicant will be
responsible for conducting inspections to ensure compliance with these specifications by the
contractor.
24. If any real property or structure thereon is provided or improved with the aid of Federal
financial assistance extended to the applicant, this assurance shall obligate the applicant, or
in the case of any transfer of such property, any transfer, for the period during which the real
property, or structure is used for a purpose for which the Federal financial assistance is
extended or for another purpose involving the provision of similar services or benefits.
25. In making subgrants with nonprofit institutions under this Comprehensive Cooperative
Agreement, it agrees that such grants will be subject to OMB Circular A-122, "Cost Principles
for Nonprofit Organizations" included in Vol. 49, Federal Register, pages 18260 through
18277 (April 27, 1984).
I,, hereby sign this form as of.
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You must read and sign these assurances by providing your password and checking the box at the
bottom of this page.
Note: Fields marked with an * are required.
Certifications Regarding Lobbying; Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters; and Drug-
Free Workplace Requirements.
Applicants should refer to the regulations cited below to determine the certification to which they are required to
attest. Applicants should also review the instructions for certification included in the regulations before
completing this form. Signature on this form provides for compliance with certification requirements under 44
CFR Part 18, "New Restrictions on Lobbying; and 28 CFR Part 17, "Government-wide Debarment and
suspension (Nonprocurement) and Government-wide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace (Grants)." The
certifications shall be treated as a material representation of fact upon which reliance will be placed when the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) determines to award the covered transaction, grant, or
cooperative agreement.
1. LOBBYING
A. As required by the section 1352, Title 31 of the US Code, and implemented at 44 CFR Part 18 for persons
entering into a grant or cooperative agreement over $100,000, as defined at 44 CFR Part 18, the applicant
certifies that:
(a) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the
undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any
agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of congress, or an employee of a Member
of Congress in connection with the making of any Federal grant, the entering into of any
cooperative agreement and extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any
Federal grant or cooperative agreement;
(b) If any other funds than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person
for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in
connection with this Federal grant or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and
submit Standard Form LLL, "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities", in accordance with its instructions;
Standard Form LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities Attached
(c) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award
documents for all the sub awards at all tiers (including subgrants, contracts under grants and
cooperative agreements, and subcontract(s)) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose
accordingly.
2. DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS (DIRECT RECIPIENT)
As required by Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, and implemented at 44 CFR Part 67, for
prospective participants in primary covered transactions, as defined at 44 CFR Part 17, Section 17.510-A. The
applicant certifies that it and its principals:
(a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, sentenced
to a denial of Federal benefits by a State or Federal court, or voluntarily excluded from covered
transactions by any Federal department or agency;
(b) Have not within a three-year period preceding this application been convicted of or had a
civilian judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in
connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or perform a public (Federal, State, or local)
transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or
commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making
false statements, or receiving stolen property;
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(c) Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity
(Federal, State, or locally) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (1)(b)
of this certification; and
(d) Have not within a three-year period preceding this application had one or more public
transactions (Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause or default; and
B. Where the applicant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, he or she shall attach an
explanation to this application.
Explanation:
3. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE (GRANTEES OTHER THAN INDIVIDUALS)
As required by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, and implemented at 44 CFR Part 17, Subpart F, for
grantees, as defined at 44 CFR part 17, Sections 17.615 and 17.623:
(A) The applicant certifies that it will continue to provide a drug-free workplace by:
(a) Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture,
distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited ~n
the grantee's workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against
employees for violation of such prohibition;
(b) Establishing an on-going drug free awareness program to inform employees
about:
(1) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(2) The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;
(3) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation and employee
assistance programs; and
(4) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse
violations occurring in the workplace;
(c) Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of
the grant to be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph (a);
(d) Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph (a) that, as a
condition of employment under the grant, the employee will:
(1) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
(2)Notify the employee in writing of his or her conviction for a violation
of a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no later than five
calendar days after such conviction.
(e) Notifying the agency, in writing within 10 calendar days after receiving notice
under subparagraph (d)(2) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of
such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide notice, including
position title, to the applicable FEMA awarding office, i.e. regional office or FEMA
office.
(f) Taking one of the following actions against such an employee, within 30 calendar
days of receiving notice under subparagraph (d)(2), with respect to any employee
who is so convicted:
(1) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up
to and including termination, consistent with the requirements of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
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(2) Require such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a
Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement or other appropriate
agency.
(g) Making a good effort to continue to maintain a drug free workplace through
implementation of paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), and (f).
(B) The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s) for the performance of work
done in connection with the specific grant:
Place of Performance
Street City State
Zip
Section 17.630 of the regulations provide that a grantee that is a State may elect to make one certification
in each Federal fiscal year. A copy of which should be included with each application for FEMA funding.
States and State agencies may elect to Use a Statewide certification.
I,, hereby sign this form as of.
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1. Type of Federal Action
Contract
4. Name and Address of Reporting Entity:
Reporting Entity Type: Subawardee
Tier (if known):
City of Pearland
3519 Liberty Dr.
Pearland
TX
77581
Congressional District:9th
6. Federal Department/Agency
FEMA
Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
2. Status of Federal Action 3. Report Type
Bid/Offer/Application
Initial Filing
5. If Reporting Entity in No.4 is a Subawardee, Enter Name and Address of
Prime:
State of Texas
TX
7. Federal Program Name/Description
Pre Disaster Mitigation ~ 2005
8. Federal Action Number if Known:
10a. Name and address of Lobbying Registrant:
(if individual, last name, first name, MI)
9. Award Amount if Known:
1,359,470.00
10b. Individuals Performing Services:
(including address if different from No.10a)
(last name, first name, MI)
TX
TX
11. Information requested through this form is authorized by title 31 U.S.C. section 1352. This disclosure of lobbying activities is a material
representation of fact upon which reliance was placed by the tier above when this transaction was made or entered into. This will be reported
to the Congress semi-annually and will be available for public inspection. Any person who fails to file the required disclosure shall be subject
to civil penalty of not less than $!10,000 and note more than $100,000 for each such failure.
I,, hereby sign this form as of.
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APPLICATION FOR
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE
(SF 424)
1.TYPE OF SUBMISSION
Construction
2. DATE SUBMITTED
3. DATE RECEIVED BY
STATE
4. DATE RECEIVED BY
FEDERAL AGENCY
5.APPLICANT INFORMATION
Legal Name
City of Pearland, TX
Address
3519 Liberty Drive,
Pearland, TX 77581
6. EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(EIN)
74-6028909
8. TYPE OF APPLICATION
Project Application
10. CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE
6.a. DUNS NUMBER
020796397
12. AREAS AFFECTED BY PROJECT (cities, counties, states, etc.)
BRAZORIA COUNTY, HARRIS COUNTY
Applicant Identifier
State Application Identifier
Federal Identifier
Organizational Unit
City of Pearland
Name and telephone number of the person to be contacted on
matters involving this application
Bill Eisen, 281-652-1661
7. TYPE OF APPLICANT
State Government
9. NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY
Federal Emergency Management Agency
11. DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANT'S PROJECT
Marys Creek Drainage Improvement ~ City of Pearland
13. PROPOSED PROJECT:
Start Date:
End Date:
15. ESTIMATED FUNDING
a. Federal
b. Applicant
c. State
d. Local
e. Other
f. Program Income
g. TOTAL
14. CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS OF:
a. Applicant TX9th
b. Project TX9th
16. IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE
EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS?
$1,359,470.00 No, Program has not been selected by state for review
$ 0.00
$ 0.00
$ 453,157.00
$ 0.00
17. IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL
DEBT?
No
$ 0.00
$1,812,627.00
18. TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT, THE DOCUMENT
HAS BEEN DULY AUTHORIZED BY GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE
ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED.
a. Name of Authorized b.Title c. Telephone Number
Representative
d.Signature of Authorized Representative
e. Date Signed
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