HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 2009-R0071 - Contract - SPAG - FY 2009 Solid Waste Implementation Project - 02_26_2009j Resolution No. 2009-ROO71
February 26, 2009
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RESOLUTION
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
THAT the Mayor of the City of Lubbock BE and is hereby authorized and
directed to execute for and on behalf of the City of Lubbock a Contract for FY2009 Solid
Waste Implementation Project, by and between the City of Lubbock and South Plains
Association of Governments (SPAG), and all related documents. Said Contract is
attached hereto and incorporated in this Resolution as if fully set forth herein and shall be
included in the minutes of the Council.
Executed by the City Council this 26th
ATTEST:
Rebc, aarAa, City Secreiary
APPROVEi AS TO CONTENT:
Debra Frankhouser, Manager of Collections
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
d Weaver, Assistant City Attorney
/RES-Contract-SPAG2009SolidWaste
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day of February 2009.
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TOM MARTIN, MAYOR
STATE OF TEXAS Resolution No. 2009-ROO71
COUNTY OF LUBBOCK
FY2009 SOLID WASTE IMPLEMENTATION PROJECT CONTRACT
This Agreement is made this 26th day of February , 2008, by and between
the South Plains Association of Governments, hereinafter referred to as the "PLANNING
AGENCY" and the City of Lubbock, hereinafter referred to as the "GRANTEE"_ Neither the
TCEQ nor the State of Texas is a party to this Agreement.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, PLANNING AGENCY desires to enhance certain solid waste management
activities in its region;
WHEREAS, one of the objectives of the PLANNING AGENCY is to support local and
regional solid waste projects in conjunction with the Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality, (TCEQ), hereinafter referred to as the "STATE AGENCY";
WHEREAS, PLANNING AGENCY has entered into Contract Number 582-8-86700 ("TCEQ
Contract") with the State Agency to obtain certain funds to accomplish certain objectives of
HB 3072,74th Texas Legislature, as such bill relates to the support of local and regional
solid waste projects;
WHEREAS, all such regional solid waste projects shall comply with the provisions of the
South Plains Association of Governments Regional Solid Waste Management Plan;
WHEREAS, GRANTEE desires certain grant funds from PLANNING AGENCY and
PLANNING AGENCY is willing to provide such funds to GRANTEE to accomplish certain
Solid Waste Implementation Projects allowed by the TCEQ Contract;
WHEREAS, the GRANTEE shall adhere to the Single Audit Requirements of the Uniform
Grant and Contract Management Act.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises contained
herein, and for good and valuable consideration, the PLANNING AGENCY and GRANTEE,
agree as follows. -
Article 1. Work
GRANTEE shall complete all work as specified or indicated in the Agreement under Project
Number 09-02-G01.
Article 2. Contract Times
This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date (execution date) and terminate on
July 31, 2009. This Agreement shall immediately terminate at the end of any state fiscal
year for which the Texas Legislature fails to appropriate funds necessary to perform this
Agreement.
Article 3. Contract Price/Matching Funds
PLANNING AGENCY shall provide GRANTEE with grant funds not to exceed thirty six
thousand three hundred and eighty nine dollars and twenty cents ($36,389.20) unless the
parties amend this amount in accordance with this Agreement. Funds are to be used for
the sole purposes described herein.
The GRANTEE'S expenditures must adhere to the authorized budget (see Attachment A
Exhibit 2)_
GRANTEE shall provide match funds toward the project equal to twelve thousand dollars
($12,000) unless the parties amend this amount in accordance with this Agreement. Funds
are to be used for the sole purposes of the project described herein.
The GRANTEE'S expenditures must adhere to the authorized budget (see Attachment A
Exhibit 2).
Article 4. Payment Procedures
GRANTEE shall submit Applications for Payment in accordance with the Program
Conditions and the General Conditions of this Agreement. Requests for reimbursement
must be made in accordance with the terms in this Agreement. See General Conditions,
Section 5.11.
Article 5. Funding
This Agreement is funded through the Solid Waste Disposal and Transportation Fees, as
proscribed in Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 363,013. This Agreement is subject
to: (1) §361.013 of the TEXAS HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE and (2) the Uniform Grant
and Contract Management Act. The GRANTEE agrees that all funding arranged under this
Agreement is subject to sufficient funds in the Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Account.
Article 6. GRANTEE's Representations
In order to induce PLANNING AGENCY to enter into this Agreement, GRANTEE makes
the following representations:
6.1 GRANTEE has examined and carefully studied the Agreement and all Attachments
and Exhibits.
6.2 GRANTEE is familiar with and understands all federal, state and local Laws and
Regulations that may affect cost, progress, performance or furnishing of the work.
6.3 GRANTEE is aware of the general nature of work to be performed by PLANNING
AGENCY and others that relates to the work as indicated in the Agreement.
6.4 GRANTEE has given PLANNING AGENCY written notice of all conflicts, errors,
ambiguities or discrepancies that GRANTEE has discovered in the Agreement and
the written resolution thereof by the PLANNING AGENCY is acceptable to
GRANTEE, and the Agreement is generally sufficient to indicate and convey
understanding of all terms and conditions for performance and furnishing of the
work.
6.5 GRANTEE hereby ratifies and attests to all certifications and deliverables it has
provided to PLANNING AGENCY during the application process and agrees to give
prompt written notice to PLANNING AGENCY if there is any material change in
these certifications or deliverables.
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Article 7. Contract Documents
The Contract Documents, which comprise the entire Agreement, Budget, and all
Attachments and Exhibits, between the PLANNING AGENCY and GRANTEE concerning
the work, listed in the order of preference in the event of a conflict, consist of the following:
7.1 Solid Waste Implementation Project Contract and Attachments and Exhibits
7.2 Regional Solid Waste Grants Program Conditions.
7.3 Regional Solid Waste Grants Program Contract General Conditions.
7.4 GRANTEE'S Application.
7.5 The following which may be delivered or issued after the Effective Date of the
Agreement and are not attached hereto: All Written Amendments and other
documents amending, modifying or supplementing the Agreement pursuant to the
General or Program Conditions. These documents will be attached to the
Agreement following execution thereof.
There are no Contract Documents other than those listed above in this Article. The
Agreement may be amended, modified or supplemented only as provided in the General
Conditions.
Article 8. Miscellaneous
8.1 Terms used in this Agreement, which are defined in Article 1 of the General
Conditions, will have the meanings indicated in the General Conditions.
8.2 No delegation by a party hereto of any duties or obligations nor assignment by a
party hereto of any rights under or interests in the Agreement will be binding on
another party hereto without the written consent of the party sought to be bound,
and, specifically but without limitation, monies that may become due and monies that
are due may not be assigned without such consent (except to an extent that the
effect of this restriction may be limited by law), and unless specifically stated to the
contrary in any written consent to an assignment, no assignment will release or
discharge the assignor from any duty or responsibility under the Agreement.
8.3 The PLANNING AGENCY and GRANTEE each binds itself, its partners, successors,
assigns and representatives to the other party hereto, its partners, successors,
assigns and representatives in respect to all covenants, agreements and obligations
contained in the Agreement. This Agreement is not transferable or otherwise
assignable by the GRANTEE without the written consent of the PLANNING
AGENCY and any attempted transfer without such consent is void.
8.4 The parties hereby agree that this agreement does not waive the State's sovereign
immunity relating to suit, liability, and the payment of damages. The parties further
agree that all claims, suits or obligations arising under or related to this Agreement
are subject to and limited to the availability of funds appropriated by the Texas
Legislature for that respective claim, suit or obligation.
8.5 Any provision of the Agreement held to be void or unenforceable under any Laws or
Regulations shall be deemed stricken, and all remaining provisions shall continue to
be valid and binding upon PLANNING AGENCY and GRANTEE, who agree that
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Agreement shall be reformed to replace such stricken provision or part thereof with a
valid and enforceable provision that comes as close as possible to expressing the
intention of the stricken provision.
8.6 The GRANTEE acknowledges and agrees that because this Agreement has been
executed and will be administered in Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas, that the
Agreement is to be performed in said County. The GRANTEE acknowledges and
agrees that any permissible cause of action involving this agreement will arise solely
in Lubbock County. If a legal action related to this claim is permissible and there are
two (2) or more counties of proper venue under the rules of mandatory, general, or
permissive venue, and one such county is Lubbock County, the GRANTEE hereby
agrees to venue in Lubbock County.
8.7 Any notice issued pursuant to this Agreement shall be addressed to the respective
party at the addresses set out below, or at such other address as they have
theretofore specified by written notice_ Such notices shall be sent by certified mail,
return receipt requested, or shall be delivered in hand and a receipt provided
therefore. Any notice or other written communication shall be considered delivered
three (3) days after the date postmarked, provided it is sent in accordance with this
Article.
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Article 9. Project Representatives
PLANNING AGENCY: South Plains
Association of Governments
Kelli McElhone
(Printed Name) (Project Manager)
PO Box 3730 Freedom Station
(Address)
Lubbock, TX 79452
GRANTEE: City of Lubbock
Debra Frankhouser
(Printed Name) (Project Manager)
PO Box 2000
(Address)
Lubbock, TX 79457
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, PLANNING AGENCY and GRANTEE have signed three (3)
originals of this Agreement. One executed counterpart has been delivered to GRANTEE
and two executed counterparts have been delivered to PLANNING AGENCY.
Executed on February 26, 2009 , at Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas.
South Plain ss iati of Governments City of Lubbock
(By Signature) i l`
(By Signature)
Tim C. Pierce
(Printed Name)
Executive Director
(Title)
(Date)
CITY ATTEST: /I
Rebecc arza, City Secre a y
Tom Martin
(Printed Name)
Mayor
(Title)
February 26, 2009
(Date)
APP TO ORM:
C ad Weaver, Assistant City Attorney
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
bL�.��+1 CL r.clyZ.
Debra FrankhouserManager of Collections
Resolution No. 2009—R0071
PROGRAM CONDITIONS
Article 1. Grant Funds
1.1 Specifically subject to availability of funds and verification of expenditures,
PLANNING AGENCY agrees to reimburse GRANTEE for all sums expended by
GRANTEE for the purposes set forth below and authorized by this Agreement;
however, in no event shall such reimbursement exceed the amount set forth in
Article 3. Contract Price of the Agreement section above.
1.2 GRANTEE agrees that such funds shall not be used for any expense, cost, or
charge incurred by GRANTEE prior to the effective date of the Agreement or for
expenses, costs, or charges incurred after the termination date of this Agreement.
Article 2. Purpose(s)
2.1 The City of Lubbock seeks to purchase a modular design 30'8" by 5'6" by 8'8" fire -rated
household hazardous waste (HHW) storage building to provide additional storage for HHW
collected at the monthly residential HHW drop-off events. The building has 165 square foot%Le
capacity for the storage of flammables, combustibles, corrosives, chemicals, and pesticides, and
includes three isolated storage rooms with secure external storage areas for batteries. The building
will be housed at 1631 84th, which is one of the city's three drop-off locations.
The city hopes to make the current City of Lubbock HHW operations more efficient and effective
while expanding the storage capacity for HHW. The city's HHW program currently accepts the
following HHW items for proper disposal, reuse or recycling:
• Fluorescent light bulbs and CFL light bulbs
• Latex- and oil -based paints
• Corrosive cleaners
• Pool chlorine and acid
• Nickel -cadmium batteries
• Household pesticides
• Wood stains
• Drain cleaners
• Automotive batteries
• Computers and monitors
Envirosolve, Inc. is on a regular schedule to come to they city's Southside site and properly pack
the HHW collected. The HHW is then transported to the company's Tulsa facility and properly
disposed of or recycled depending on the category.
This promect will meet Goal #3 from the Regional Solid Waste Management Plan. Goal #3 is to
encourage proper disposal of household hazardous waste (HHW) and other hazardous waste_
,Article 3. GRANTEE Duties
GRANTEE shall, during the term of this Agreement:
3.1 Create a Solid Waste Implementation Project as described in Attachment A Exhibit
1.
3.2 Obtain and maintain during the term of this Agreement all permits and licenses
necessary to operate the machinery and equipment purchased with the funds
provided herein.
3.3 Comply with all Federal, State, and Municipal laws, regulations, and ordinances in
the performance of this Agreement.
3.4 Establish and provide PLANNING AGENCY with policies, procedures, and hours of
operation for the Plan contemplated by this Agreement, if required.
3.5 Notify PLANNING AGENCY in writing within thirty (30) days of any change in Plan
policies, procedures, or hours of operations.
3.6 Provide PLANNING AGENCY, as requested, with written status and progress
reports of the project. It is required that the GRANTEE submit a final progress report
or mechanism established by SPAG or TCEQ to certify in writing the completion of
all activities and deliverables (this can include a final request for reimbursement).
Proof of match, including cash and in -kind, must be submitted with each request for
reimbursement. Grant funds will only be reimbursed based on grant funds
expended and up to the percentage of match committed by the grantee. The match
reporting form is included in Attachment A Exhibit 3a. Required request for
reimbursement forms are included in Attachment A Exhibit 3. Forms for the
required progress report(s) are included in Attachment A Exhibit 4 and Exhibit B.
3.7 Provide PLANNING AGENCY with a final Equipment Inventory Log (see
Attachment A Exhibit 5). This should be submitted with the final request for
reimbursement.
3.8 Maintain accurate books, records, and documentation detailing work performed and
funds spent pursuant to this Agreement and allow PLANNING AGENCY access to
review and inspect such books, records, and documentation upon reasonable notice
to GRANTEE.
3.8.1 The GRANTEE shall maintain books, records, documents and other evidence
reasonably pertinent to performance of the work and requirements of this
Agreement, including the Agreement of amendments thereto. All financial
records shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted
accounting principles, the Uniform Grant Management Standards and this
Agreement. The GRANTEE shall also maintain the financial information and
data used in the preparation or support of any request for reimbursement
(direct and indirect), price or profit analysis for this Agreement, any subgrant,
or subcontract and a copy of any cost information or analysis submitted to the
TCEQ. The PLANNING AGENCY, TCEQ, Texas State Auditor's Office, or
any of their authorized representatives shall have access to all such books,
records, documents and other evidence for the purpose of review, inspection,
audit, excerpts, transcriptions and/or copying during normal business hours.
The GRANTEE shall provide proper facilities for such access and inspection.
3.8.2 Records shall be maintained and made available by the GRANTEE during the
performance of work under this Agreement, and for three (3) years after final
payments and all other pending matters are closed.
3.8.3 Audits conducted pursuant to this provision shall be in accordance with State
law, regulations and policy, and generally accepted auditing standards and
established procedures and guidelines of the reviewing or audit agency(ies).
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3.8.4 The GRANTEE agrees to the disclosure of all information and reports
resulting from access to records under this Agreement. Where the audit
concerns the GRANTEE, the auditing agency will afford the GRANTEE an
opportunity for an audit exit conference and an opportunity to comment on the
pertinent portions of the draft audit report.
3.8.5 This audit/access to records Article applies to financial records pertaining to
all sub -agreement change orders and sub -agreement amendments: to the
extent the records reasonably pertain to sub -agreements, sub -agreement
change orders and sub -agreement amendments: if there is any indication that
fraud, gross abuse or corrupt practices may be involved; or if the sub -
agreement is terminated for default or for convenience. If any litigation,
claim, negotiation, audit, cost recovery, or other action (including actions
concerning costs of items to which an audit exception has been taken)
involving such records has been started before the expiration of the three
year period, such records must be retained until completion of the action or
resolution of all issues which arise from it, or until the end of the regular three
year period, whichever is later.
3.8.6 The STATE AGENCY reserves the right to require the reimbursement of any
overpayments determined as a result of any audit or inspection of records
kept by the GRANTEE on work performed under this Agreement.
3.8.7 GRANTEE shall maintain records and documentation materials consistent
with the records listed in "Guidelines Concerning Additional Documentation
and Financial Monitoring Requirements".
3.8.7.1 Documents that should be maintained, as appropriate for the
expense, are as follows.
3.8.7.2 SALARYIWAGES - Time sheets that have been signed and
approved. Copies of canceled checks.
3.8.7.3 TRAVEL - Documentation which, at a minimum, is consistent with
State Travel Regulations. The purpose of the travel should be
documented and supported with actual receipts for hotel
accommodations, public transportation receipts, airline receipts, etc.
3.8.7.4 EQUIPMENT - Purchase orders, invoices, and canceled checks.
3.8.7.6 SUPPLIES - Purchase orders (if issued), receipts, invoices, and
canceled checks.
3.8.7.6 CONTRACTUAL- All of the above plus documentation that the
costs were reasonable and necessary. The same standards should
be applicable to subgrantees.
3.8.7.7 OTHER- All of the above apply.
3.9 If requested by South Plains Association of Governments, the GRANTEE
agrees to provide to South Plains Association of Governments the additional
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expense records and documentation materials, as listed in Section 3.8 of this
Article and appropriate for the expense, for the time period requested by
South Plains Association of Governments, except that the GRANTEE will not
be asked to submit records that have already been provided to South Plains
Association of Governments with a progress report. South Plains Association
of Governments will provide reasonable time for the GRANTEE to comply
with a request for additional records. If South Plains Association of
Governments requests to review additional records to be provided by the
GRANTEE under South Plains Association of Governments financial
monitoring program, South Plains Association of Governments will review
those records and provide the GRANTEE a written summary of the findings of
that review. South Plains Association of Governments will also allow the
GRANTEE reasonable time to respond to any findings of noncompliance or
other problems identified by the records review.
3.10 All GRANTEES shall maintain records and documentation materials
consistent with the records listed in this Agreement. The GRANTEE shall
also follow up on any problems identified through its financial monitoring
program.
3.11 Acess to records is not limited to the required retention periods. The entities
designated in Section 8 shall have access to records at any reasonable time
for as long as the records are maintained.
3.12 This right -of -access article applies to financial records pertaining to this
Agreement and all sub -agreements and amendments. In addition, this right
of access article applies to all records pertaining to this Agreement and all
sub -agreements and amendments as set forth in this Section.
3.12.1 The extent the records pertain reasonably to Agreement or subcontract
performance.
3.12.2 If there is any indication that fraud, gross abuse, or corrupt practices
may be involved.
3.12.3 If the Agreement or subcontract is terminated for default or for
convenience.
3.13 The GRANTEE agrees that all record keeping and access requirements shall
be included in and applicable to all subcontracts and sub -agreements.
3.14 Adhere to the Single Audit provisions of the Uniform Grant Management
Standards.
3.15 Comply with all provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended.
3.16 Comply with all standards and policies on energy efficiency, which are
contained in the Texas State Energy Conservation Plan, if applicable.
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3.17 Comply with all the provisions of Article 1 of this Agreement.
3.18 Maintain in good working order all machinery, equipment, and facilities
purchased or constructed with Funds pursuant to this Agreement, and provide
continued operation of the project. If funded machinery or equipment is sold,
traded or disposed of, GRANTEE must immediately notify the PLANNING
PARTY.
3.19 The GRANTEE shall acknowledge in any public media forum, the financial
support provided to the GRANTEE by the TCEQ and the State of Texas
whenever work funded, in whole or part, by this Agreement is publicized or
reported in news media or publications. All reports and other documents
completed as a part of this Agreement, other than documents prepared
exclusively for internal use within the GRANTEE agency, shall carry the
following notation on the front cover or title page.
PREPARED (OR SUPPORTED) IN COOPERATION WITH THE TEXAS
COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
The preparation of this report was financed through grants from the State of Texas
through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
3.20 Take all necessary steps to prevent any adverse environmental
consequences in the pursuit of the activities under this Agreement.
3.21 Immediately remedy any adverse environmental consequence resulting from
the activities under this Agreement.
3.22 Maximize, to the greatest extent practicable, participation opportunities to
qualified Historically Underutilized Businesses.
3.23 Notify the PLANNING AGENCY prior to any changes in personnel whose
salaries will be funded under the pass -through grant.
3.24 Submit Requests for Reimbursement as needed. Final Requests for
Reimbursement are due within five (5) days of the contract termination date.
See Attachment A Exhibit 3 for Request for Funds forms.
Article 4. Pass -through Grant Agreement Standards
The pass -through grant Agreement incorporates the following standards for project
categories, as applicable to the funded projects, as set forth in the following:
4.1 Implementation Project Categories. The GRANTEE shall ensure that all
implementation projects funded under this Agreement, as specified in Article 2.
Purpose(s), fit within the categories set forth in this Section. The category -specific
funding limitations outlined for each category shall apply to all uses of funds
conducted for that category.
4.1.1 Local Enforcement. Funds may be used for projects that contribute to the
prevention of illegal dumping of municipal solid waste, including liquid wastes.
Funding recipients may provide projects that investigate illegal dumping
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problems; enforce laws and regulations pertaining to the illegal dumping of
municipal solid waste, including liquid waste; establish a program to monitor
the collection and transport of municipal liquid wastes through administration
of a manifesting system; and educate the public on illegal dumping laws and
regulations.
4.1.2 Litter and Illegal Dumping Cleanup and Community Collection Events.
Funds may be used for ongoing and periodic activities to clean up litter and
illegal dumping of municipal solid waste, excluding cleanup of scrap tire
dumping sites. Projects may include support for Lake and River Cleanup
events, conducted in conjunction with the TCEQ's and Keep Texas Beautiful's
Lake and River Cleanup Program. Funded activities may include: waste
removal; disposal or recycling of removed materials; fencing and barriers; and
signage. Placement of trash collection receptacles in public areas with
chronic littering problems may also be funded. Reuse or recycling options
should be considered for managing the materials cleaned up under this
program, to the extent feasible. Funds may also be used for periodic
community collection events, held not more frequently than four times per
year, to provide for collection of residential waste materials for which there is
not a readily -available collection alternative, such as large and bulky items
that are not picked up under the regular collection system.
4.1.3 Source Reduction and Recycling. Funds may be used for projects that
provide a direct and measurable effect on reducing the amount of municipal
solid waste going into landfills, by diverting various materials from the
municipal solid waste stream for reuse or recycling, or by reducing waste
generation at the source. This category does not include the collection,
processing, and/or recycling of scrap tires. Funded activities may include:
diversion from the waste stream and/or collection, processing for transport,
and transportation of materials for reuse and/or recycling; implementation of
efficiency improvements in order to increase source reduction and recycling,
to include full -cost accounting systems and cost -based rate structures,
establishment of a solid waste services enterprise fund, and mechanisms to
track and assess the level of recycling activity in the community on a regular
basis; and educational and promotional activities to increase source reduction
and recycling.
4.1.4 Local Solid Waste Management Plans. Funds may be used for projects to
develop and have adopted by the TCEQ a local solid waste management
plan, in accordance with Subchapter D, Chapter 363, Texas Health and
Safety Code, and 30 TAC Chapter 330, Subchapter O, TCEQ Rules, or to
amend an existing local solid waste management plan that has been adopted
by the TCEQ. Local solid waste management plans must be consistent with
the goals and objectives of the regional solid waste management plan.
4.1.4.1 The local planning area must be consistent with one or a combination
of local solid waste management planning sub -regions identified by
the GRANTEE in its regional solid waste management plan.
4.1.4.2 All local solid waste management plans shall be consistent with the
adopted regional solid waste management plan, and prepared in
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accordance with Subchapter O of South Plains Association of
Governments Municipal Solid Waste regulations and the Content and
Format Guidelines provided by South Plains Association of
Governments.
4.1.4.3 Funding provided under this category may not be used for final
engineering work, designs, or construction plans.
4.1.4.4 At least one year should be allowed for the completion and adoption
of the local plan.
4.1.5 Citizens' Collection Stations and "Small" Registered Transfer Stations.
Funds may be used for projects to construct and equip citizens' collection
stations, as these facilities are defined under 30 TAC §330.3, TCEQ Rules.
Municipal Solid Waste Transfer Stations that qualify for registration under
§330.9(b)(1) through (3) or §330.11(e)(4) of the TCEQ Rules may also be
funded. Other permitted or registered transfer stations may not be funded.
Projects funded for these types of facilities shall include consideration of an
integrated approach to solid waste management, to include providing
recycling services at the site, if appropriate to the management system in
place.
4.1.5.1 A MSW transfer facility may be eligible for a registration if it serves a
municipality with a population of less than 50,000, or a county with a
population of less than 85,000, or is used in the transfer of 125 tons
or less of MSW per day.
4.1.5.2 A liquid waste transfer station may qualify for a registration if it will
receive less than 32,000 gallons per day.
4.1.5.3 Costs associated with operating a transfer station once it is
completed may not be funded.
4.1.5.4 Transfer stations that require a registration must have
already received that registration from TCEQ before a grant may be
awarded.
4.1.6 Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Management. Funds may be used
for projects that provide a means for the collection, recycling or reuse, and/or
proper disposal of household hazardous waste, including household
chemicals, used oil and oil filters, antifreeze, lead -acid batteries, household
electronic waste, and other materials. This category does not include
programs and facilities for collecting, recycling, or disposing of scrap tires,
except as may be an ancillary part of the overall program or facility. Funded
activities may include: collection events; consolidation and transportation
costs associated with collection activities; recycling or reuse of materials;
proper disposal of materials; permanent collection facilities, and education
and public awareness programs. Funds may also be used to support Texas
Country Cleanup events, conducted in conjunction with the TCEQ.
4.1.6.1 Funds provided under this Agreement may not be used for
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costs related to disposal of collected wastes.
4.1.6.2 Funds provided under this Agreement may not be used for
programs and activities related to the collection and
management of commercial, industrial, and hazardous wastes.
4.1.6.3 All HHW collection, recycling, and/or disposal activities must be
coordinated with the TCEQ's HHW program staff, and all applicable
laws, regulations, guidelines, and reporting requirements must be
followed.
4.1.7 Technical Studies. Funds may be used for projects which include the
collection of pertinent data, analysis of issues and needs, evaluation of
alternative solutions, public input, and recommended actions, to assist in
making solid waste management decisions at the local level. Projects may
also include research and investigations to determine the location,
boundaries, and contents of closed municipal solid waste landfills and sites,
and to assess possible risks to human health or the environment associated
with those landfills and sites.
4.1.7.1 All technical studies shal
solid waste management
Content and Guidelines
Governments.
I be consistent with the adopted regional
plan, and prepared in accordance with the
provided by South Plains Association of
4.1.8 Educational and Training Projects. Educational components are
encouraged under the other categories in order to better ensure public
participation in projects, those educational components should be funded as
part of those projects and not separately under this category. Funds may also
be used for "stand-alone" educational projects dealing with a variety of solid
waste management topics. Projects may include funding for information -
exchange activities, subject to the other limitations on travel expenses.
4.1.9 Other Projects to include scrap tires. Contact PERFORMING PARTY for
requirements.
4.2 The Agreement incorporates the following standards, relating to title to and
management of real property and equipment. Subject to the obligations and
conditions set forth in this Agreement, title to real property and equipment (together
hereafter referred to in this Article as "property") acquired under this Agreement by
the GRANTEE will vest upon acquisition or construction in the GRANTEE.
4.2.1 Subject to the provisions of this Agreement and as otherwise provided by
state statutes, property acquired or replaced under this Agreement shall be
used for the duration of its normally expected useful life to support the
purposes of this Agreement whether or not the original projects or programs
continue to be supported by state funds.
4.2.2 The GRANTEE shall not grant to or allow a third party a security interest in
any original or replacement property purchased or constructed with funds
made available to the GRANTEE under this Agreement.
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4.2.3 The use of property acquired under this Agreement, both during the term of
this Agreement and for the useful life of the property, shall be in compliance
with 361.014(b) of the TEXAS HEALTH & SAFETY CODE and 30 TAC
330.641, which directs that a project or service funded under this program
must promote cooperation between public and private entities and may not be
otherwise readily available or create a competitive advantage over a private
industry that provides recycling or solid waste services.
4.2.4 The GRANTEE may develop and use their own property management
systems, which must conform with all applicable federal, state, and local laws,
rules and regulations. If an adequate system for accounting for property
owned by the GRANTEE is not in place or is not used properly, the Property
Accounting System Manual issued by the State Comptroller of Public
Accounts will be used as a guide for establishing such a system. The
property management system used by the GRANTEE must meet the
requirements set forth in this Section.
4.2.4.1 Property records must be maintained that include a description of the
property, a serial number or other identification number, the source of
the property, who holds title, the acquisition date, the cost of the
property, percentage of state participation in the cost of the property,
the location, use and condition of the property, and any ultimate
disposition data including the date of disposal and sale price of the
property.
4.2.4.2 A physical inventory of all equipment acquired or replaced under this
Agreement shall be conducted no less frequently than once every
two years and the results of such inventories reconciled with the
appropriate property records. Property control procedures utilized by
the GRANTEE shall include adequate safeguards to prevent loss,
damage, or theft of the acquired property. Any loss, damage, or theft
shall be investigated. The GRANTEE shall develop and carry out a
program of property maintenance as necessary to keep both
originally acquired and replacement property in good condition, and
to utilize proper sales procedures to ensure the highest possible
return, in the event such property is sold. An Equipment Inventory
Log is provided in Attachment A Exhibit 5.
4.2.4.3 Certain types of equipment are classified as "controlled assets" and
are subject to annual revision. In accordance with the UGMS, the
GRANTEE should contact the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts'
property accounting staff or review the Comptroller's state Property
Accounting User Manual available on the Internet, for the most current
listing. The following equipment with costs between $500 and $1,000
shall be maintained on the inventory; (1) stereo systems, (2) still and
video cameras, (3) facsimile machines, (4) VCRs and VCR/TV
combinations and (5) cellular and portable telephones.
4.2.5 The GRANTEE may, for the purpose of replacing property acquired under
this Agreement, either trade in or sell the property and use the proceeds of
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such trade-in or sale to offset the cost of acquiring needed replacement
property. The South Plains Association of Governments must be notified in
such instances.
4.2.6 The GRANTEE agrees that if a determination is made that any property
acquired with funds provided under this Agreement with a current per -unit fair
market value of $1,000 or more is no longer needed for the originally
authorized purpose, South Plains Association of Governments has the right to
require disposition of the property by the GRANTEE in accordance with the
provisions of this Article_
4.2.7 When, during the useful life of property acquired with grant funds under this
Agreement and with a current per -unit fair market value of $ 1,000 or more,
the property is no longer needed for the originally authorized purpose, the
GRANTEE agrees to request disposition instructions from South Plains
Association of Governments. Disposition instructions shall solicit, at a
minimum, information on the source and amount of funds used in acquiring
the property, the date acquired, the fair market value and how the value was
determined (e.g., by appraisal, bids, etc.), and the proposed use of the
proceeds. The assessment of whether to authorize the proposed disposition
of the property must include a determination that the disposition plan will
comply with the private industry provisions of 361.014(b) of the TEXAS
HEALTH & SAFETY CODE.
In cases where the GRANTEE fails to take appropriate disposition actions,
South Plains Association of Governments may direct the GRANTEE to take
excess disposition actions. The disposition instructions may provide for one
of the alternatives as set forth in this Section.
4.2.7.1 Retain title, sell, or otherwise dispose of with no obligation to
compensate the GRANTEE.
4.2.7.2 Retain title after compensating the GRANTEE. If the GRANTEE is
compensated for property acquired using funds provided under this
Agreement, the GRANTEE will in turn compensate South Plains
Association of Governments or, upon authorization by South Plains
Association of Governments, use those funds for other projects or
activities that support this or similar future programs conducted by
the GRANTEE. The amount due will be computed by applying the
percentage of state -funded participation in the cost of the original
purchase to the fair market value of the property.
4.2.7.3 Transfer title to South Plains Association of Governments or to a
third party designated/approved by South Plains Association of
Governments. If the GRANTEE participated financially in the
original purchase of the property, the GRANTEE may be authorized
for payment from the receiving party of an amount calculated by
applying the percentage of the participation in the original purchase
of the property to the current fair market value of the property.
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4.2.8 Items of property with a current per -unit fair market value of less that $1,000
may be retained, sold or otherwise disposed of by the GRANTEE with no
further obligation to South Plains Association of Governments. Methods used
to determine per -unit fair market value must be documented, kept on file and
made available to South Plains Association of Governments upon request.
4.2.9 Pass -Through Grant Provisions. The GRANTEE shall include provisions in
its pass -through grant contracts to implement and enforce the provisions of
this Article.
4.3 The pass -through grant agreements shall incorporate applicable requirements and
standards necessary to implement and enforce provisions for the use of pass -
through grant funds as set forth in the General Conditions, including, where
appropriate, provisions similar to those set forth in the General Conditions
referenced in this Section.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS
Article 1. Definitions
Wherever used in these General Conditions or in the other Contract Documents
(Agreement) the following terms have the meaning indicated which are applicable to both
the singular and plural thereof.
1.1 Accrued expenditures - means the charges incurred by the grantee during a given
period requiring the provision of funds for: (1) goods and other tangible property
received; (2) services performed by employees, GRANTEEs, sub -grantees, and
other payees; and (3) other approved amounts becoming owed under this
Agreement.
1.2 Acquisition cost — of an item of purchased equipment means the net invoice unit
price of the property including the cost of modification, attachments, accessories, or
auxiliary apparatus necessary to make that property usable for the purpose for which
it was acquired. Other charges such as the cost of installation, transportation, taxes,
duty or protective in -transit insurance, shall be included or excluded from the unit
acquisition cost in accordance with the grantee's regular accounting practices.
1.3 Addenda — written or graphic instruments issued prior to the execution of the
Agreement, which clarify, correct or change the Proposal Requirements or the
Agreement.
1.4 Administrative requirements mean those matters common to grants in general,
such as financial management, kinds and frequency of reports, and retention of
records. These are distinguished from "programmatic" requirements, which concern
matters that can be treated only on a program -by program or grant -by -grant basis,
such as kinds of activities that can be supported by grants under a particular
program.
1.5 Agreement — refers to the "SOLID WASTE IMPLEMENTATION PROJECT
CONTRACT" which contains the salient terms of the Agreement between
PLANNING AGENCY and GRANTEE and covers the work to be performed; also
describes and includes any additional Agreement documents (including Attachment
A), which may be attached to the Agreement and made a part thereof as provided
therein.
1.6 Contract Documents — the contract documents are composed of the Agreement and
all documents described in and incorporated into the Agreement, including
Attachment A. Together, the Contract Documents form the contract between the
parties.
1.7 Contract Amount — the moneys payable by PLANNING AGENCY to GRANTEE for
completion of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents as stated in the
Agreement (subject to the provisions of these General Conditions.)
1.8 Contract Period — the number of days or dates stated in the Agreement to complete
the work so that it is ready for final payment.
1.9 Cost sharing or matching — means the value of the GRANTEE cash or in -kind
contributions; the portion of the costs of the project not born by the State.
1.10 Council of Governments (COG) — a regional planning commission created under
Local Government Code, Chapter 391; PLANNING AGENCY; South Plains
Association of Governments (SPAG)
1.11 Defective — adjective which when modifying the word work refers to work that is
unsatisfactory, faulty or deficient, in that is does not conform to the Agreement, or
does not meet the requirements of any inspection, reference standard, test on
approval referred to in the Agreement, or has been damaged prior to final payment.
1.12 Effective Date of the Agreement — the date indicated in the Agreement on which it
becomes effective, but if no such date is indicated it means the date on which the
Agreement is signed and delivered by the last of the two parties to sign and deliver.
1.13 Equipment — means tangible, non -expendable property having a useful life of more
than one year and an acquisition cost of $5,000 or more per unit.
1.14 Final Completion —the work is completed in the judgment of PLANNING AGENCY.
1.15 General Conditions— refers to this document titled "General Condition," a document,
which is one of the Contract Documents described in and incorporated into the
Agreement.
1.16 Government— means a State agency or local government.
1.17 Grant — means an award of financial assistance, including cooperative Agreement,
in the form of money, or property in lieu of money, by the State or PLANNING
AGENCY, to an eligible GRANTEE. The term does not include technical assistance,
which provides services instead of money, or other assistance in the form of revenue
sharing, loans, loan guarantees, interest subsidies, insurance, or direct
appropriations. Also, the term does not include assistance, such as a fellowship or
other lump sum award, which the GRANTEE is not required to account for.
1.18 Grantee — GRANTEE; means the local government or other legal entity to which a
grant is awarded and which is accountable to PLANNING AGENCY for the use of
the funds provided. The GRANTEE is the entire legal entity even if only a particular
component of the entity is designated in the grant award document.
1.19 HUB — Historically Underutilized Business as defined by Texas law. The State
Purchasing and General Services Act defines a historically underutilized business as
a corporation or a partnership in which fifty-one percent (51 %) or more of the
corporation's stock (or other equitable securities) or partnership's assets and interest
are owned by one or more socially disadvantaged persons, who have a
proportionate interest and actively participate in the corporation or partnership
control, operation, and management. If the business is a sole proprietorship, the
socially disadvantaged person must completely own, operate and control the
business. Socially disadvantaged person includes members of certain groups
including Black Americans, Hispanic American, American Women, Asian Pacific
Americans and Native Americans.
1.20 Intellectual Property — (1) any and all inventions, discoveries, improvements, or
creations for which copyright, trade secret, patent or other proprietary rights may be
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acquired, (2) any photographs, graphic designs, plans, drawings, specifications,
computer programs, computer files, documentation, technical reports, operating
manuals, or other copyrightable materials, and (3) any other work fixed in any
tangible medium of expression which can be perceived, reproduced, or otherwise
communicated for which copyright, trade secret, patent or other proprietary rights
may be acquired.
1.21 Intellectual Property Rights — patent, trademarks, trade secret rights, confidential
information rights or any other proprietary rights to which a person may be entitled or
may actually possess. Intellectual Property Rights include all rights of ownership
and original authorship throughout the world.
1.22 Local government — only those local and regional political subdivisions located within
the State of Texas as listed below are eligible to receive funding from the
PLANNING AGENCY as a pass -through grant; Cities; Counties; Public Schools and
school districts (does not include Universities or post secondary educational
institutions); Other general and special law districts created in accordance with state
law, and with the authority and responsibility for water quality protection or municipal
solid waste management, to include river authorities,
1.23 Minor Change — a written document which provides for minor changes in the work in
accordance with these General Conditions, but which does not involve a change in
the Contract Amount on the Contract Period.
1.24 PLANNING AGENCY— see Council of Governments above.
1.25 Prior approval— means documentation evidencing consent prior to incurring specific
cost.
1.26 Produced — participle or passive verb which when used in connection with the term
Intellectual Property means conceived, developed, implemented, discovered,
invented, first actually reduced to practice or otherwise produced.
1.27 Project — the total body of services rendered of which the work to be provided under
the Agreement may be the whole, or a part as indicated elsewhere in the
Agreement.
1.28 Project Representative — the Project Rep resentativeslProject Managers of the
PLANNING AGENCY and the GRANTEE are designated in Article 9. Project
Representatives.
1.29 Real property — means land, including land improvements, structures and
appurtenances thereto, excluding movable machinery and equipment.
1.30 Regional Solid Waste Grants Program — the program established to utilize funds
dedicated under Texas Health and Safety Code, 361.014, for local and regional solid
waste projects and to update and maintain regional solid waste management plans.
1.31 State — means the State of Texas
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1.32 SubGRANTEE/Subcontractor — an individual, firm, or corporation having a direct
contract with GRANTEE for the performance of a part of the work for a price.
1.33 Subgrant — means an award of financial assistance in the form of money, or property
in lieu of money, made under a grant by the GRANTEE to an eligible sub-
grantee/subcontractor. The term includes financial assistance when provided by
contractual legal Agreement, but does not include procurement purchases, nor does
it include any form of assistance which is excluded from the definition of "grant".
1.34 Supplies — means non -construction related costs for goods and materials costing
less than $1,000, with useful life of less than one (1) year
1.35 Termination — means permanent withdrawal of the authority to obligate previously -
award grant funds before that authority would otherwise expire. It also means the
voluntary relinquishment of that authority by the GRANTEE or sub -grantee.
"Termination" does not include: (1) withdrawal of funds awarded on the basis of the
GRANTEE'S underestimate of the unobligated balance in a prior period; (2)
withdrawals of the unobligated balance as of the expiration of a grant; (3) refusal to
extend a grant or award additional funds to make a competing or non -competing
continuation, renewal, extension or supplemental award; or (4) voiding of a grant
upon determination that the award was obtained fraudulently or was otherwise illegal
or invalid from inception.
1.36 Terms of a grant or sub -grant — means all requirements of the grant or sub -grant,
whether contained in statutes, regulations, or the Agreement.
1.37 TCEQ — means the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
1.38 Work — means the entire completed services of the various separately identifiable
parts thereof required to be furnished under the Agreement. Work includes and is
the result of performing or furnishing labor, services, materials or equipment as
required by the Agreement.
Article 2. Subiective Funding
2.1 It is the understanding of the parties that the source of the funds provided in this
Agreement is the Solid Waste Disposal and Transportation Revenue Fees, as
proscribed in Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 363.013. Due to demands
upon that source for funds necessary to protect the health and safety of the public, it
is possible that the funds contained in the MSW Disposal Account will be depleted or
reduced prior to completion of this Agreement. The parties agree that all funding
arranged under this Agreement is subject to sufficient funds in the MSW Disposal
Account. The GRANTEE shall place this notice in all sub -grants and subcontracts.
Article 3. GRANTEE'S Responsibilities
Employment Practices
3.1 The GRANTEE agrees that in the performance of this Agreement, it will not
discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, religion, color, sex,
age, or national origin and it will comply with Executive Order 11246, entitled "Equal
Employment Opportunity," as amended by Executive Order 11375, and as
supplemented in Department of Labor Regulations (41 CFR Part 60). The
GRANTEE assures that no person will, on the grounds of race, creed, color,
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handicap, national origin, sex, political affiliation or beliefs, be excluded from, be
denied the benefit of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity
funded in whole or part under this Agreement.
3.1.1 The GRANTEE shall comply with all applicable state and federal statutes
relating to non-discrimination, which include, but are not limited to, those
listed in the Uniform Grant Management Standards.
Sub -grantees, Suppliers and Others
3.2 All contractual expenditures using funds provided under this Agreement shall meet
all procurement laws and regulations applicable to the GRANTEE and the Uniform
Grant and Contract Management Act and the Uniform Grant Management
Standards. Note that competitive bidding will generally be required.
3.3 The GRANTEE shall be responsible for the management and fiscal monitoring of all
sub --grantees. The GRANTEE shall monitor its sub -grantees as necessary to ensure
that the sub -grantees are operating consistently with applicable laws and
regulations, applicable contracting policies, and this Agreement. The GRANTEE
shall ensure that all sub -grantees comply with all record keeping and access
requirements set forth in this Agreement. The PLANNING AGENCY reserves the
right to perform an independent audit of all sub -grantees. The GRANTEE and sub -
grantees shall maintain detailed records.
3.4 Funds provided by the PLANNING AGENCY pursuant to this Agreement that are
paid to the sub -grantee shall be used by the sub -grantee solely to satisfy the
purposes of the Agreement.
Permits
3.5 Unless otherwise provided in the Agreement, the GRANTEE shall obtain and pay for
all construction permits and licenses. GRANTEE shall pay all charges of utility
owners for connections to the work, and GRANTEE shall pay all charges of such
utility owners for capital costs related thereto such as plant investment fees.
Laws and Regulations
3.6 GRANTEE shall give all notices and comply with all Laws and Regulations
applicable to furnishing and performance of the work. Except where otherwise
expressly required by applicable Laws and Regulations, PLANNING AGENCY shall
not be responsible for monitoring Agreement's compliance with any Laws or
Regulations.
3.7 If GRANTEE performs any work knowing or having reason to know that it is contrary
to Laws or Regulations, GRANTEE shall bear all claims, costs, losses and damages
caused by, arising out of or resulting there -from.
Uniform Grant and Contract Management Act
3.8 The provisions of Uniform Grant and Contract Management Act, TEXAS
GOVERNMENT CODE, Chapter 783.001 applies to this Agreement, all amendments
thereto, and all subcontracts and sub -agreements. Compliance with the conditions
and requirements contained therein is necessary for the satisfactory performance of
the services and work required under this Agreement.
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Safety and Protection
3.9 Where applicable, GRANTEE shall be responsible for requiring sub -grantees to
maintain and supervise all necessary safety precautions and programs in connection
with the work. GRANTEE shall take all necessary safety precautions.
Accounting Systems
3.10 The GRANTEE shall have an accounting system which accounts for costs in
accordance with generally accepted accounting standards or principles and
complies with applicable State law, regulations, and policies relating to accounting
standards or principles. The GRANTEE must account for costs in a manner
consistent with such standards or principles.
Independent Financial Audit
3.11 Provisions of the Single Audit Circular in Part IV of UGMS shall apply to all non -state
entities expending the funds of this grant (recipients or sub -recipients). In addition,
the GRANTEE shall require the independent auditor to supply all audit work papers
substantiating the work performed, at the request of the PLANNING AGENCY.
Hazardous Substances, Waste Disposal and Manifests
3.12 GRANTEE and sub -grantees must comply with all applicable Laws and Regulations,
including but not limited, to those relating to hazardous substances, waste disposal
and manifests.
Conflict of Interest
3.13 GRANTEE shall notify the PLANNING AGENCY immediately upon discovery of any
potential or actual conflict of interest. GRANTEE agrees that PLANNING AGENCY
has sole discretion to determine whether a conflict exists and that PLANNING
AGENCY may terminate the Agreement at any time, on the grounds of actual or
apparent conflict of interest.
3.13.1 Notice of Conflict of Interest. The GRANTEE shall notify the PLANNING
AGENCY in writing of any actual, apparent, or potential conflict of interest
regarding any individual performing or having access to information regarding
the work. As applicable, the notification shall include both organizational
conflicts of interest and personal conflicts of interest. Any individual with a
personal conflict of interest shall be disqualified from taking part in any way in
the performance of any work that created the conflict of interest.
Survival of Obligations
3.14 All representations, indemnifications, warranties and guarantees made in, required
by or given in accordance with the Agreement, as well as all continuing obligations
indicated in the Agreement, will survive final payment, completion and acceptance of
the work and termination or completion of the Agreement.
Contractual Costs
3.16 GRANTEE' contractual costs must comply with allowable costs requirements.
GRANTEES which are governmental entities must engage in sub -grantee selection
on a competitive basis in accordance with their established policies. If GRANTEE
has no competitive procurement policy or is a private entity, GRANTEE must
generally select sub -grantees by evaluation and comparison of price, quality of
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goods or services and past performance. All sub -grants awarded under this
Agreement shall be in accordance with Subpart C, Sec. 36, of the Uniform Grant
Management Standards.
Article 4. Schedule of Remedies available to the PLANNING AGENCY
4.1 in accordance with Chapter 2259, Texas Government Code, the following Schedule
of Remedies applies to this contract in the event of substandard performance or other
failure to conform to the requirements of the contract or applicable law as set forth in this
Section.
4.1.1 Reject substandard performance and request corrections without charge to
the PLANNING AGENCY.
4A.2 Issue notice of substandard performance or other non -conforming act or
omission.
4.1.3 Request and receive return of any over -payments or inappropriate payments.
4.1.4 Reject reimbursement request and suspend payment pending accepted
revision of substandard performance or non -conformity.
4.1.5 Suspend all or part of the work and/or payments pending accepted revision of
sub -standard performance or non -conformity.
4.1.6 Reject reimbursement requested and withhold all or partial payments. Funds
may be retained by the PLANNING AGENCY for recovery or administrative
costs or returned to funding source as authorized by agreements with the
funding source and by state or federal law.
4.1.7 Terminate the contract, demand and receive return of all equipment
purchased of contract funds, return of all unexpended funds, and repayment
of expended funds.
If the PLANNING AGENCY evaluation finds GRANTEE's performance to be substandard,
PLANNING AGENCY may provide its written evaluation report to other governmental
entities at any time. PLANNING AGENCY may also provide its written evaluation report to
the public as authorized by law.
Cumulative Remedies
4.2 PLANNING AGENCY may avail itself of any remedy or sanction provided in this
Agreement or in law to recover any losses rising from or caused by the
GRANTEE's substandard performance or any non -conformity with the Agreement
or the law. The remedies and sanctions available to PLANNING AGENCY in this
Agreement shall not limit the remedies available under law.
4.3 The duties and obligations imposed by these General Conditions and the rights
and remedies available hereunder, and, in particular but without limitation, the
Schedule of Remedies, obligations imposed upon GRANTEE by these General
Conditions, and all other rights and remedies available to PLANNING AGENCY
thereunder, are in addition to, and are not to be in any way as a limitation of, any
rights and remedies available to any or all of them which are otherwise imposed or
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available by Laws or Regulations, by special warranty or guarantee or by other
provisions of the Agreement, and the provisions of this paragraph will be as
effective as if repeated specifically in the Agreement in connection with each
particular duty, obligation, right and remedy to which they apply.
Article 5. Pass -Through Grant Agreements
5.1 The Pass -Through Grant Agreement (called Agreement) includes requirements for
the GRANTEE to document the results of the grant -funded project and to provide
those results to the South Plains Association of Governments for use in evaluating
program effectiveness and for providing regional results information as required
under this Agreement.
The results reporting documentation and reporting requirements shall cover
reporting on results during the term of the grant agreement, with additional
provisions for the GRANTEE to agree to continue to document, as appropriate to the
type of project, the results of the project activities for the life of the program or
activity.
The GRANTEE shall further agree to provide the South Plains Association of
Governments with follow-up results information in a report to South Plains
Association of Governments, as requested. Results report forms are included in
Attachment A Exhibits 4 and 6. The Agreement also includes requirements for
reporting on the progress of completing the project tasks and deliverables to include
a requirement that the GRANTEE certify in writing to SPAG, either through a final
progress report or other mechanism established by SPAG or TCEQ (this can include
a final request for reimbursement), the satisfactory completion of all activities and
deliverables required under the Agreement.
The GRANTEE must also submit proof of match with each request for
reimbursement. Grant funds will only be reimbursed based on grant funds
expended and up to the percentage of match committed by the grantee. The match
reporting form is included in Attachment A Exhibit 3a.
5.2 The Agreement includes provisions and requirements necessary to implement the
financial administration procedures set forth in the Agreement.
5.3 The Agreement includes a budget, broken down into individual categories consistent
with the budget categories and the definitions of those categories, as used in this
Agreement. See Attachment A Exhibit 2.
5.4 The Agreement incorporates the supplemental funding standards set forth in this
Agreement.
5.5 The Agreement requires prior notification and written approval by the South Plains
Association of Governments of the specific details of an expense or purchase set
forth in this Section, if those expenses were not already authorized under the original
grant application and included in this Agreement.
5.5.1 Changes in personnel whose salaries will be funded under the grant.
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5.5.2 Out-of-state travel and special out -of region travel to training events and
conferences. Prior to authorizing any out-of-state travel, the GRANTEE shall
obtain written approval from South Plains Association of Governments to
provide such authorization.
5.5.3 Equipment, construction or contractual expenses.
5.5.4 Other category expenses not specifically authorized in the Agreement.
5.6 The South Plains Association of Governments may authorize indirect costs under an
agreement with the GRANTEE, in accordance with the procedures established in the
UGMS. In accordance with the UGMS, when a GRANTEE has a negotiated
agreement signed within the past 24 months by a federal cognizant agency or state
single audit -coordinating agency, the indirect rate authorized in that agreement may
be accepted by South Plains Association of Governments. Alternatively, the South
Plains Association of Governments may authorize a GRANTEE to recover up to
10% (percent) of the direct salary and wage costs of providing the service (excluding
overtime, shift premiums, and fringe benefits) as indirect costs, subject to adequate
documentation and prior approval.
5.7 The Agreement includes other standards and requirements as may be necessary to
ensure that applicable requirements as set forth in this Agreement are met.
5.8 The Agreement includes a defined work program to include specific tasks and
deliverables, with a concise schedule for completing the tasks and providing the
deliverables. See Attachment A Exhibit 1.
5.9 Grant Administration. The GRANTEE shall administer the grant in accordance
with this Agreement and shall be responsible for ensuring that the provisions
included in the grant agreements are adhered to. In administering the grant under
this Agreement, the GRANTEE shall also follow the procedures set forth in this
Section.
5.9.1 SPAG may require GRANTEE to provide any additional reports or information
as may be necessary to adequately track the progress of the grant -funded
project.
5.9.2 SPAG shall conduct as least one site visit to each implementation project
funded under this Agreement to evaluate the progress of the project. For any
project that entails the purchase of equipment or expenditures for a
constructed facility, SPAG shall, whenever possible, view all equipment and
facilities to verify the equipment purchases or the facility construction. SPAG
shall maintain records and documentation of all project site visits, to include
pictures of project sites and equipment, documentation of visit dates, a
summary of the status of the project, and any notes or other information about
the visit.
5.10 Financial Administration and Payments/Match Reporting. SPAG agrees to
establish and administer a financial management program to make reimbursements
to GRANTEE for authorized expenditures and to ensure that the expenditures by the
GRANTEE were incurred and were reasonable and necessary to the project. SPAG
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shall adhere to the specific standards and requirements set forth in this Section and
in the UGMS, except that the requirements and processes may be more stringent
than what is set forth in this Section.
5.10.1 SPAG shall establish a process to make payments to the GRANTEE for
authorized expenses. Payments by SPAG to GRANTEE shall be solely for
reimbursement of actual allowable, incurred costs. No payments will be
made in advance. To be eligible for reimbursement under this Agreement, a
cost must have been incurred and paid by the GRANTEE prior to claiming
reimbursement from SPAG. SPAG shall reimburse the GRANTEE only for
expenses incurred during the term of the Agreement. Costs must be incurred
before the termination date of this Agreement (July 31, 2009). SPAG shall
reimburse the GRANTEE grant funding based on grant funds expended and
only up to the percentage of match committed by the grantee.
The GRANTEE is not eligible to receive project fund reimbursement until May
1, 2009. Payment will not occur before that date. The payment schedule will
be as follows for the GRANTEE:
May 1, 2009:
up to 30% of eligible costs
June 1, 2009:
up to 30% of eligible costs
July 1, 2009:
up to 40% of eligible costs
5.10.2 SPAG may allow GRANTEE to account for expenses incurred and request
reimbursement of outlays under either a cash or an accrual basis, as defined
and authorized under the UGMS.
5.10.3 The GRANTEE shall utilize the reimbursement request forms provided by
SPAG. The required forms are included under Attachment A Exhibit 3.
These forms, along with invoices, receipts and cancelled checks, should be
submitted to SPAG for reimbursement. Reimbursements will not be
processed until all required paperwork is received by SPAG.
The GRANTEE should submit match documentation with each request for
reimbursement submitted to SPAG. The required match reporting forms are
included under Attachment A Exhibit 3a. Grant funds will only be
reimbursed based on grant funds expended and up to the percentage of
match committed by the grantee.
5.10.4 SPAG shall review all request for reimbursement materials provided by
GRANTEE and shall not make a reimbursement payment unless all required
items (including match documentation) have been provided and are deemed
to be accurate
5.10.5 SPAG will not reimburse or otherwise make payment to GRANTEE for an
expenditure that is not authorized under this Agreement. If it is determined by
SPAG that an expenditure that was reimbursed is not an authorized expense,
SPAG shall request return and reimbursement of those funds from the
GRANTEE or, where appropriate, the application of those funds to other
authorized expenses, and shall not provide any additional reimbursements to
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the GRANTEE until the funds are returned or are applied to other authorized
expenses.
5.11 Supplemental Funding Standards. In addition to the standards set forth in
applicable laws and regulations, the standards outlined below apply to all uses of the
funds provided under this Agreement. Unless authorization is otherwise specifically
provided for in or under the terms of this Agreement, the use of funds provided
under this Agreement shall be in accordance with the supplemental funding
standards set forth in this Article.
5.11.1 Payment of Fees. Local and regional political subdivisions subject to the
payment of state solid waste disposal fees and whose payments are in
arrears are not eligible to receive grant funding.
5.11.2 Land Acquisition Costs. Funds provided under this Agreement may not
be used to acquire land or an interest in land.
5.11.3 Municipal Solid Waste -Related Programs Only. Funds provided under
this Agreement may not be used for programs dealing with wastes that are
not considered municipal solid waste (MSW), including programs dealing
with industrial or hazardous wastes.
5.11.4 Programs Solely Related to Collection of Certain Wastes. Funds
provided under this Agreement may not be used for programs and activities
solely related to the management of automotive wastes, to include: scrap
tires, used oil, oil filters, antifreeze, lead -acid batteries, or other similar
wastes excluded from disposal in MSW landfills.
5.11.5 Activities Related to the Disposal of Municipal Solid Waste. Except as
may be specifically authorized under an eligible project category, funds
provided under this Agreement may not be used for activities related to the
disposal of municipal solid waste. This restriction includes: solid waste
collection and transportation to a disposal facility; waste combustion
(incineration or waste -to -energy); processing for reducing the volume of
solid waste which is to be disposed of; any landfill -related facilities or
activities, including the closure and post -closure care of a landfill; or other
activities and facilities associated with the ultimate disposal of municipal
solid waste. This provision does not apply to activities specifically included
under an authorized project category, to include citizens' collection stations
and small registered transfer stations.
5.11.6 Projects Requiring a TCEQ Permit. Funds may not be used for expenses
related to projects or facilities that require a permit from the TCEQ and/or
that are located within the boundaries of a permitted facility, including
landfills, wastewater treatment plants, and other facilities. This provision,
however, may be waived by the PLANNING AGENCY, at the TCEQ's
discretion, for otherwise eligible activities to be located at a closed permitted
facility and/or for recycling activities that will take place within the
boundaries of an open facility. Recycling activities that may qualify for such
a waiver may include recyclables collection, composting, and land
application of bio-solids for beneficial use.
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5.11.7 Projects Requiring TCEQ Registration. Projects or facilities that require
registration from TCEQ and which are otherwise eligible for funding, may be
funded. However, the registration for the facility must be received before
that project can be selected for funding_
5.11.8 Projects that Create a Competitive Advantage Over Private Industry. In
accordance with §361.014(b) of the Texas Health and Safety Code, a
project or service funded under this Agreement must promote cooperation
between public and private entities and may not be otherwise readily
available or create a competitive advantage over a private industry that
provides recycling or solid waste services.
5A1.9 Supplanting Existing Funds. Funds provided under this Agreement may
not be used to supplant existing funds. In particular, staff positions where
the functions assigned to that position will remain the same and that were
active at the time of the grant application and were funded from a source
other than a previous solid waste grant, are not eligible for grant funding.
5.11.10 Food/Entertainment Expenses. Funds provided under this Agreement
may not be used for food or entertainment expenses, including
refreshments at meetings and other functions. This provision does not
apply to authorized employee per -diem expenses for food costs incurred
while on travel status.
5.11.11 Use of Alcoholic Beverages. Funds provided under this Agreement may
not be used for payment of salaries to any employee who uses alcoholic
beverages on active duty. None of these funds may be used for the
purchase of alcoholic beverages, including travel expenses reimbursed with
these funds.
5.11.12 Funds to Law Enforcement Agencies. Funds may not be provided to any
law enforcement agency regulated by Chapter 1701, Texas Occupations
Code, unless; a) the law enforcement agency is in compliance with all rules
on Law Enforcement Standards and Education; or b) the Commission on
Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education certifies that the
requesting agency is in the process of achieving compliance with such
rules.
Article 6. Public Data
6.1 GRANTEE specifically agrees that any and all data or information developed as a
result of the performance of this Agreement shall be data or information, unless
specifically legislated otherwise.
6.2 All data and other information developed under this Agreement shall be furnished to
the PLANNING AGENCY and shall be public data and information except to the
extent that it is exempted from public access by the Texas Public information Act, TX
GOUT CODE, Section 552 ("Act"). Upon termination of this Agreement, all copies of
data and information shall become the joint property of the State Agency and
GRANTEE. Upon termination of this Agreement, all copies of data and information
shall be furnished, at no charge to the PLANNING AGENCY, upon request, to
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include databases prepared using funds provided under this Agreement, and will
become the property of the PLANNING AGENCY. Except as otherwise provided by
the Agreement or the Act, the GRANTEE shall not provide data generated or
otherwise obtained in the performance of its responsibilities under this Agreement to
any party other than the State of Texas and its authorized agents.
Article 7. Indemnification
The grantee agrees to hold harmless SPAG and TCEQ, and any of its directors, officers,
agents, employees, and attorneys, from and against any and all claims, losses, damages,
including consequential damages, causes of action, suits, and liability of any character,
type, description or kind, including without limiting the generality of the foregoing, expenses
of litigation, court costs, and attorneys fees, from bodily injury, sickness, disease or death
of any person, or from damages or injury to any property to the extent arising out of or
resulting from the negligent act of the GRANTEE or its agents or employee or in the
execution or performance of this Agreement.
Article 8. Partial Invalidity
If any term or provision of this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be
invalid, void, or unenforceable, the remainder of the provisions of this Agreement shall
remain in full force and effect and it shall in no way be affected, impaired, or invalidated.
Article 9. Breach of Agreement.
9.1 The PLANNING AGENCY may, by written notice of default to the grantee, terminate
this Agreement in whole or in part if the grantee:
9.1.1 Fails to perform any of the Grantee Responsibilities as set forth in Article 3.
Grantee's Responsibilities, or
9.1.2 Fails to perform any other condition or covenant of this Agreement.
9.1.3 The PLANNING AGENCY's right to terminate this Agreement may be
exercised if the grantee does not cure any default within ten (10) days after
receipt of notice from the PLANNING AGENCY. if this Agreement is
terminated for default, the PLANNING AGENCY shall not be obligated to pay
any unpaid funds to the grantee under this Agreement.
9.1.4 The PLANNING AGENCY reserves the right to revoke any unexpended or
inappropriately expended funds not made in accordance with this Agreement.
Article 10. Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property requirements as set forth in this Section.
10.1 For the purpose of this Article, "intellectual property" refers to 1) any discovery or
invention for which patent rights may be acquired, and 2) any photographs, graphic
designs, plans, drawings, specification, computer programs, technical reports,
operating manuals, or other copyright table materials, and 3) any other materials in
which intellectual property rights may be obtained.
10.2 If the GRANTEE first conceives of, actually puts into practice, discovers, invents, or
produces any intellectual property during the course of its work under this
Agreement, it shall report that fact to the PLANNING AGENCY,
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10.3 GRANTEE shall pay all license fees and royalties and assume all costs incident to
the use or possession in the performance of the work or the incorporation in the
work of any Intellectual Property.
10.4 The GRANTEE may obtain governmental protection for rights in the intellectual
property. However, TCEQ hereby reserves a nonexclusive, royalty -free and
irrevocable license to use, publish, or reproduce the intellectual property for sale or
otherwise, and to authorize others to do so. TCEQ also reserves a royalty -free
nonexclusive, and irrevocable license to use, publish, or reproduce for sale or
otherwise, and to authorize others to use, publish, or reproduce, for sake or
otherwise (to extent consistent with the rights of third parties) any intellectual
property for which the GRANTEE obtains rights with funds received under this
Agreement.
10.5 The GRANTEE shall include provisions adequate to effectuate the purposes of this
paragraph in all subcontracts under this Agreement in the course of which
Intellectual Property may be produced or acquired.
Article 11. Assignment.
This Agreement shall not be assignable by GRANTEE without the prior written consent of
South Plains Association of Governments.
Article 12. Successors and Assignees
This Agreement shall be binding on any successors and assignees of the respective parties
to this Agreement.
Article 13. Amendments.
Any amendments, modifications, or supplements to this Contract shall be in writing and
signed by both parties in accordance with the provisions of the TCEQ Grant Agreement
Contract #582-8-86700 with the South Plains Association of Governments.
Article 14. Mediation.
If a dispute arises out of, or related to this contract, or the breach thereof, and if the dispute
cannot be settled through negotiation, the parties agree first to try in good faith to settle the
dispute by mediation administered by a Dispute Resolution Center, before resorting to
arbitration, litigation, or some other dispute resolution procedure.
Article 15. Termination.
15.1 This Agreement shall terminate no later than July 31, 2009, unless extended in
writing and executed by both parties.
16.2 This Agreement may be terminated in whole or in part by the PLANNING AGENCY
in the event of material failure to comply with the contract terms, in accordance with
the Uniform Grant Management Standards: provided that no such termination may
be effected unless the other party is given notice as set forth in this Section.
15.2.1 Not less than ten (10) days written notice (delivered by certified mail, return
receipt requested) of intent to terminate.
15.2.2 An opportunity for consultation with the terminating party prior to termination.
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15.3 This Agreement may be terminated in whole or in part in writing by the PLANNING
AGENCY for its convenience, in accordance with the Uniform Grant Management
Standards: provided that the GRANTEE is given not less than ten (10) days written
notice (delivered by certified mail, return receipt requested) of intent to terminate.
Circumstances in which the PLANNING AGENCY may terminate for convenience
include, but are not limited to, the Texas Legislature's withdrawal of appropriations
for this project and the depletion of funds in the Municipal Solid Waste Disposal
Account.
15.4 If the PLANNING AGENCY terminates the Agreement for a material failure to
comply with the Agreement terms under this contract or terminates the Agreement
for convenience, an adjustment in the Agreement amount shall be made in
accordance with the Uniform Grant Management Standards.
15.5 Upon receipt of a termination action, the GRANTEE shall perform the actions set
forth in this Section.
15.5.1 Promptly discontinue all services affected (unless the notice directs
otherwise).
15.5.2 Deliver or otherwise make available to the PLANNING AGENCY all data,
drawings, specifications, reports, estimates, summaries, and such other
information and materials as may have been accumulated by the GRANTEE
in performing this Agreement, whether completed or in the process.
15.6 If, after termination for failure of the GRANTEE to fulfill contractual obligations, it is
determined that the GRANTEE had not so failed, the termination shall be deemed to
have been effected for the convenience of the PLANNING AGENCY.
15.7 If any delay or failure of performance is caused by a force majeure event (as
described in the force majeure Article of this Agreement), the PLANNING AGENCY
may in its sole discretion terminate this Agreement in whole or part pursuant to this
Article.
Force Majeure
15.8 A force majeure event shall be defined to include decrees of or restraints by a
governmental instrumentality, acts of God (except that rain, wind, flood or other
natural phenomena normally expected for the locality shall not be construed as an
act of God), work stoppages due to labor disputes or strikes, fires, explosions,
epidemics, riots, war, rebellion, and sabotage.
15.9 Provided this Agreement has not been terminated, and subject to the conditions
below, if a delay or failure of performance by either party results from the occurrence
of a force majeure event, the delay shall be excused and the time fixed for
completion of the work extended by a period equivalent to the time lost because of
the event to the extent as set forth in this Section.
15.9.1 The delay or failure was beyond the control of the party affected and not due
to its fault or negligence.
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15.9.2 The delay or failure was not extended because of the affected party's failure
to use all diligence to overcome the obstacle or to resume performance
immediately after the obstacle was overcome.
15.10 No time extension shall be granted under this Article unless the party seeking relief
has notified the other in writing within a reasonable time after commencement of the
event, or the anticipated length and cause of the delay, the measures taken or to be
taken to minimize the delay, and the timetable by which the GRANTEE intends to
implement these measures. The party seeking relief shall also provide written notice
of the ending of the event within a reasonable time after the event has ended.
15.11 The PLANNING AGENCY shall be responsible for costs related to a farce majeure
event only if they are incurred by the GRANTEE after the prior written request by the
PLANNING AGENCY Project Representative, to incur such costs in connection with
any farce majeure event. Neither the PLANNING AGENCY nor the GRANTEE shall
have, and both hereby waive, any claim whatever for any damages resulting from
delays caused by force majeure events.
Article 16. Attorney's Fees.
If any legal action is brought by either of the parties hereto, it is expressly agreed that the
prevailing party in such action shall be entitled to recover from the other party reasonable
attorney's fees in addition to any other relief awarded.
Article 17. Entire Agreement.
This Contract contains the entire Agreement of the parties with respect to the matters
covered by its terms. NEITHER THE STATE OF TEXAS NOR THE TCEQ ARE PARTIES
TO THIS CONTRACT. No other agreement, statement, or promise made by any party or
to any employee, officer, or agent of any party that is not contained in this Contract shall
not have any force or effect.
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Resolution No. 2009-R0071
ATTACHMENT A
Exhibit 1
Work Program
Attachment A
GRANTEE Work Program
PROJECT GOAL STATEMENT Lubbock proposes to purchase a modular design 30'8" by 5'6" by 8'8" fire -rated
household hazardous waste (HHW) storage building to provide additional storage for HHW collected at the monthly
residential HHW drop-off events. The building has 165 sauare footage capacity for the storage of flammables,
combustibles, corrosives, chemicals, and pesticides, and includes three isolated storage rooms with secure external
storage areas for batteries. The building will be housed at 1631 84th, which is one of the city's three drop-off locations.
The city hopes to make the current City of Lubbock HHW operations more efficient and effective. while expanding the
storage capacity for HHW. The city's HHW program currently accepts the following HHW items for proper disposal, reuse
or recycling:
• Fluorescent light bulbs and CFL light bulbs; Latex- and oil -based paints; Corrosive cleaners; Pool chlorine and acid;
Nickel -cadmium batteries; Household pesticides; Wood stains; Drain cleaners- Automotive batteries; and Computers
and monitors.
Envirosolve, Inc. is on a regular schedule to come to they city's Southside site and properly pack the HHW collected. The
HHW is then transported to the company's Tulsa facility and properly disposed of or recycled depending on the category.
This project will meet Goal #3 from the Regional Solid Waste Management Plan. Goal #3 is to encourage proper disposal
of household hazardous waste (HHW) and other hazardous waste. The city will provide $12,000 in match toward this
rp oiect.
Schedule of Deliverables from
GRANTEE
p (Completion
:T:asks Description of Deliverables Schedule
Date
Phase I - Planning
1
Identify Project Representative / Coordinator
2
Evaluate Needs
Phase II & III - Contract Executionlimplementation
3
Execute Contract with Officials & SPAG
12/2008
4
Finalize Specifications 1 Design Project
112009
5
Advertise for Bids
112009
6
Purchase Equipment / Construct Facilities
212009
7
Receive Equipment 1 Complete Construction or Project
312009
8
Operate Equipment / Facility or Implement Project
412009-712009
9
publicity and Education
As required
10
Submit Request for Reimbursement and Match Paperwork
By 7131109
Phase IV - Monitoring and Reporting
11
Maintain Adequate Records as Required
Continuous
12
Reports to SPAG
As required
Attachment A
ATTACHMENT
Exhibit 2
Program Budget
Attachment A
Program Budget
Budget Categories
FY '08
Budget
a. Personnel / Salaries
b.
Frin a Benefits
c, Travel
d.
Supplies
e. Equipment
33,189.20
f.
Construction
g.Contractual
h.
Other
3,200
i. Total Direct Sum a - h
$36,389.20
qIndirect
Costs
1k,Tn*nl
Sum i &
$36,389.20
I. 'Match Amount
$12,000
Equipment:
HHW storage building
Other:
Freight
Match:
Approximately three months of budgeted funds for public education, advertising and promotion for HHW,
recycling and waste reduction programs.
Attachment A
ATTACHMENT A
Exhibit 3
Request for Reimbursement Forms
Attachment A
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT
SPAG will only make payments to grant recipients on a reimbursement for expenses basis. SPAG will not
reimburse any expenditures for a grant until it has reviewed the documentation provided by the grant recipient
and is satisfied that an expenditure is authorized, appropriate, and sufficiently documented. Grant funds will
only be reimbursed based on grant funds expended and up to the percentage of match committed by the grantee.
The attached forms are the required format that SPAG will use to receive requests for reimbursement from grant
recipients under this Agreement.
The following forms are required when submitting requests for payment:
❖ Request for Funds Summary Cover Page
❖ Form PT-F 1
❖ Form PT-172
•'• Match summary cover page
Proof of match, including cancelled checks and invoices
Please submit copies of invoices, receipts, canceled checks and other appropriate documentation of expenses,
for items for which you are requesting reimbursement.
Attachment A
Request for Funds Summary
Cover Page
Locality:
Project #:
Reporting Period:
Item In
Check Check
Original Project
Item Description
Amount Check Paid To:
Check # Date Attached
Description
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*This form must be submitted with each request for reimbursement. Payments will not be processed without this form.
Sample
Request for Funds Summary
Cover Page
Locality: City of ABC
Project #: 123-436
Reporting Period: January 15` —January 3155
Item Description
Utility trailer
Labor (see attached timesheet)
Postage
TOTAL REQUEST
Check
Amount Check Paid To: Check # Date
$15,000
ABC Truck & Trailer
1234
1/15/08
$2,100
John Smith
1235
1/31/08
$150
U.S. Postal Service
1236
1/10/08
$17,250
Check
Attached
YYIN —
Item In
Original Project
Description
Attachment A
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM PT-F1 and PT-F2
Form PT-Fl
Item Entry
1. Self-explanatory
2. Self-explanatory
3. Enter your grant contract number
4. Period for which you are requesting reimbursement.
5. Enter total funds received since the beginning of the grant period plus funds requested but not yet received to date (DO NOT
include this request).
6. Enter total PROJECT expenditures (actual/accrued) from the beginning of the grant period to a cut-off date (NOT A PROJECTED
DATE). This includes any local match.
7. Enter the amount that will be covered by grant funds from the amount in Item 6.
8. Self-explanatory.
9. Enter the amount of grant funds requested.
10. The original signature of the authorized certifying official is required.
Form PT-F2
Item Entry
I. Enter the Council of Governments to which the report is submitted.
2. Enter your 14-digit vendor identification number assigned by the State Comptroller's Office.
3. Enter organization name and complete address.
4. Enter the contract or project number.
5. Indicate whether or not this submittal constitutes the final report of expenses incurred under the contract.
6. Indicate accounting basis (cash or accrual).
7. Enter the contract term.
8. Enter the reporting period. Reports are required to be submitted with each request for reimbursement and/or on a schedule set forth
in the grant contract.
9. For each category listed in the contract budget, enter the appropriate amount under each vertical column heading. Do not include
expenditures funded from other sources.
10. The report must be signed and dated by the authorized official of the submitting agency.
Supplemental Forms
Form F2-A
Itemize all expenditures (for this report period) from the Personnel/Salaries and Travel budget categories. Attach documentation of expenses
as required by the grant agreement.
Form F2-B
Itemize all equipment purchases and contractual expenditures (for this report period) from the Equipment and Contractual budget categories.
Attach documentation of expenses as required by the grant agreement.
Form F2-C
Itemize all expenditures (for this report period) from the Construction budget category. Attach documentation of expenses as required by the
grant agreement.
Form F2-D
Itemize all expenditures (for this report period) from the Supplies and the Other budget categories. Attach documentation of expenses as
required by the grant agreement.
Attachment A
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
PASS -THROUGH GRANT RECIPIENT
REQUEST FOR FUNDS - FORM PT- Fl
1. From:
2. Date:
(Grantee)
3. Contract/Project Number:
(Business Address)
(City)
(Contact person name and phone number)
4.
These funds are requested to cover expenditures for the
period: through:
5.
Pass -Through Grant funds received/requested to date:
6.
Total project expenditures to date, as of
7.
How much of item 6 is to be covered by grant funds?
8.
Net (subtract item 5 from item 7):
9.
Amount requested:
14.
Submitted by:
Printed Name of Certifying Official Date
TO BE COMPLETED BY PAYING AGENCY
Agency Approvals:
Signature Date
Signature Date
Attachment A
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANTS PROGRAM
SUMMARY OF PASS -THROUGH GRANT EXPENDITURES - FORM PT-F2
1. COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
TO WHICH REPORT IS SUBMITTED:
2. VENDOR IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 3. RECIPIENT ORGANIZATION (NAME AND COMPLETE)
ADDRESS, INCLUDING ZIP CODE):
4. CONTRACT/PROJECT NUMBER:
5. FINAL REPORT:
YES F] NO
6. ACCOUNTING BASIS: Accrual
7. TOTAL GRANT PERIOD: 8. PERIOD COVERED BY THIS REPORT:
FROM: TO: FROM:
9. BUDGET Total Project Cost Cumulative Total
CATEGORIES Budget This Re ort1 Project Cost Balance
a. Personnel / Salaries
b. Fringe Benefits
c. Travel
d. Supplies
e. Equipment
f. Contractual
g. Construction
h. Other
I. Total Direct Sum a-h
k. Total ( Sum of I &
IList (Itemize) on the appropriate supplemental form, component expenses comprising the total
cost.
10. CERTIFICATION: I certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that this report is correct and complete
and that ail outlays and unliquidated obligations are for the purposes set forth in the award documents.
Signature of Authorized Certifying Official
Typed or Printed Name and Title
Telephone (area code, number and ext.)
Date Submitted:
Attachment A
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE
GRANTS PROGRAM
ITEMIZATION OF PERSONNEL/SALARIES AND
TRAVEL COSTS - SUPPLEMENTAL FORM F2-A
PERSONNEL/SALARIES EXPENDITURES (during this report period)
EMPLOYEE NAME TITLE/POSITION
SALARY
THIS
PERIOD
TOTAL PERSONNEL/SALARY EXPENDITURES (Must agree with line 9a on Form PT-
F2
$OAO
TRAVEL EXPENDITURES (during this report period)
DESCRIPTION
REASON
COST THIS
PERIOD
TOTAL TRAVEL EXPENDITURES Must agree with line 9c on Form PT-F2
S0.00
Supplemental documentation (timesheets, travel receipts, etc.) is not required to be
attached to this form, but must be retained by the grant recipient.
Attachment A
ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS, IF NEEDED
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE
GRANTS PROGRAM
ITEMIZATION OF EQUIPMENT AND
CONTRACTUAL COSTS
SUPPLEMENTAL FORM F2-B
EQUIPMENT PURCHASES (during this report period)
NUMBER
PURCHASED
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT
COST
TOTAL
COST
11 TOTAL EQUIPMENT EXPENDITURES Must agree with line 9e on Form PT-F2
$0.00
CONTRACTUAL EXPENDITURES (during this report period)
SUBCONTRACTOR
NAME
FOR
TOTAL
COST
TOTAL CONTRACTUAL
EXPENDITURES Must agree with line 9f on Form PT-F2
$0.00
Legible receipts must be attached to this form for each listed item or expenditure.
ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS, IF NEEDED
Attachment A
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID
WASTE GRANTS PROGRAM
ITEMIZATION OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS
SUPPLEMENTAL FORM F2-C
CONSTRUCTION COSTS (during this reportperiod)
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
TOTAL
COST
TOTAL CONSTRUCTION EXPENDITURES (Must agree with line 9g on Form PT-
F 2)
S0.00
Legible receipts must be attached to this form for each listed item or expenditure.
ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS, IF NEEDED
Attachment A
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANTS
PROGRAM
ITEMIZATION OF SUPPLIES AND OTHER
COSTS
SUPPLEMENTAL FORM F2-D
SUPPLIES EXPENDITURES (during this report period)
NUMBER
PURCHASED
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT
COST
TOTAL
COST
TOTAL SUPPLIES EXPENDITURES Must agree with line 9d on Form PT-F2
$0.00
OTHER EXPENDITURES (during this report period)
NUMBER
PURCHASED
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNIT
COST
TOTAL
COST
TOTAL OTHER
EXPENDITURES Must agree with line 9h on Form PT42
$0.00
Legible receipts must be attached to this form for each listed item or expenditure.
Attachment A
ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS, IF NEEDED
ATTACHMENT
Exhibit 3a
Match Reporting Forms
Attachment A
Match Summary Cover Page
Locality:
Project #:
Reporting Period:
Item Description Amount Check Paid To:
Check Check
Check # Date Attached
$
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$
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$
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TOTAL MATCH REPORTED $
Item
Used For:
Attachment A
Construction Time Distribution Sheet
Project #: Locality:
Project Description: Week of
Employee
Name
Job
Classification
Activity Performed
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Total
Hours
Hourly
Rate
Total
Cost
TOTAL
PERSONNEL COSTS:
Equipment (type, size, & FEMA code)
Operator
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Total
Hours
x FEMA
I Rate
Total
Cost
TOTAL E U1.
MENT COSTS:
NOTE: 1) Trucks used for transport of people must be based on rate per mile.
2) Standby equipment costs are not eligible. Equipment must be in actual operation to be eligible.
Materials
Qty
Unit
Price
Total SUMMARY COST
Cost
Personnel
Equipment
Materials
TOTAL COSTS:
TOTAL MATERIAL COSTS:
CERTIFICATION: I certify the above named employees on the City/County payroll, the equipment, and the materials were utilized on the dates
stated to complete construction activities on the Texas Community Development Program. Activities, times, dates, and amounts are correct to the
best of my knowledge.
Signature:
Date:
*This form should be used to show your calculations for in -kind work. Your total from this report will be shown on the
Match Summary Cover Page. A copy of this form should also be submitted.
Attachment A
ATTACHMENT A
Exhibit 4
FY2008/2009 Results Report
Attachment A
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form 10a: Local Enforcement
Reporting Parameter
Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Total amount of grant funding
$
Total number of illegal dumping sites investigated
Number of Class C misdemeanor sites investigated (5 lbs or less)
Number of Class B misdemeanor sites investigated (5 -500 lbs.)
Number of Class A misdemeanor sites investigated (500 - 1000 lbs.)
Number of Felony sites investigated (1000 lbs. or more)
Total number of chronic dump sites routinely investigated
Total number of violators identified
Total number of fines issued
Total amount of fines collected
$
Total number of illegal dumping sites cleaned up through enforcement actions
Total amount of waste (in pounds) removed from illegal dumping sites through
enforcement actions
Ifsurveillance camera(s) purchased.•
Number of days camera(s) were used
Educatinn & Training C.omnonent
Reporting Parameter
Results
Amount of grant funding applied toward education/training activities
$
Total of all education/training events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g., brochures, fliers,
manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or signs,
etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form 1 Ob: Litter/Illegal Dumping Cleanup
& Community Collection Event
Reporting Parameter
Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Total grant funding amount
$
Total number of participants/volunteers:
For community collection events:
Total number of individual collection events held
Total amount of waste collected for disposal (in tons)
Total amount of materials diverted for recycling/reuse (in tons)
Total revenue from sale of diverted materials
$
For river/lake and community litter cleanups:
Total number of individual cleanup events held
If applicable, total waterfront cleaned up (in miles)
If applicable, total estimated land area cleaned up (in acres)
Total debris/litter collected for disposal (in pounds)
Total amount of materials collected for recycling/reuse (in pounds)
For periodic or ongoing cleanup of illegal dump sites:
Total number of litter and illegal dump sites cleaned up
Total estimated land area cleaned up (in acres)
Total amount materials collected for disposal (in pounds)
Total amount of material collected for recycling/reuse (in pounds)
Education & Training Component
Reporting Parameter
Results
Amount of grant funding applied toward education/training activities
$
Total of all education/training events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g., brochures, fliers,
manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or signs,
etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form 10c: Source Reduction & Recycling
Reporting Parameter
Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Total grant funding amount
$
Total amount (in tons) of materials diverted
Amount (in tons) of brush/yard waste diverted
Amount (in tons) of glass diverted
Amount (in tons) of metal diverted
Amount (in tons) of plastic diverted
Amount (in tons) of cardboard diverted
Amount (in tons) of newspaper diverted
Amount (in tons) of other paper diverted
Amount (in tons) of C&D debris diverted
Number of months materials collected (to be used in obtaining averages)
Average monthly diversion amount (in tons)
Total number of persons served
Total revenue from sale of diverted materials
$
Average monthly revenue
$
Total disposal costs avoided (i.e., what it would have cost to landfill the total amount
of materials diverted)
$
Average monthly disposal costs avoided
$
Education & Training Component
Reporting Parameter
Results
Amount of grant funding applied toward education/training activities
$
Total of all education/training events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g., brochures, fliers,
manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or signs,
etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form 10d: Local Solid Waste Management Plans
Reporting Parameter
Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Total grant funding amount
$
Total population affected or covered by plan
Total number of municipalities affected or covered by plan
Total number of counties affected or covered by plan
Total number of persons served
Total number of entities having implemented actions related to plan goals, objectives,
or recommendations
Education & Training; Component
Reporting Parameter
Results
Amount of grant funding applied toward education/training activities
$
Total of all education/training events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g., brochures, fliers,
manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or signs,
etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form IOe: Citizens' Collection Stations and
"Small" Registered Transfer Stations
Reporting Parameter
Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Total grant funding amount
$
Total number of persons served
Total amount of waste collected for disposal (in tons)
Total amount of materials diverted for beneficial use (in tons)
Total revenue from sale of diverted materials
Number of months collection or transfer station in operation (to be used in obtaining
averages)
Average monthly disposal amount (in tons)
Average monthly amount diverted for beneficial use (in tons)
Total fees collected for station use
$
Average monthly fees collected
$
Average monthly revenues from sale of materials diverted for beneficial use
$
Education & Training Component
Reporting Parameter
Results
Amount of grant funding applied toward education/training activities
$
Total of all education/training events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g., brochures, fliers,
manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or signs,
etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form lOf: Household Hazardous Waste Management
Reporting Parameter
Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Grant funding amount
$
Total number of collection events, including Texas Country Cleanups & E-waste
Total number of permanent collection facilities/mobiie collection units
Total number of participants/customers
FOR HHW & Texas Country Cleanup Events
Total amount of HHW (excluding hazardous paint) collected (in pounds)
Total amount of hazardous paint collected (in pounds)
Total cost of hazardous materials contractor services
$
Total cost of tire contractor services
$
Total cost of electronics materials contractor services
$
Total amount of nonhazardous paint collected for reuse/recycling (in gallons)
Total number of lead -acid batteries collected for reuse/recycling
Total amount of used oil collected for reuse/recycling (in gallons)
Total number of used oil filters collected for reuse/recycling
Total amount of used antifreeze collected for reuse/recycling (in gallons)
Total number of used tires collected for reuse/recycling
Total number of empty pesticide containers collected for recycling/reuse
For E-Waste Events
Amount (in tons) of low grade electronics diverted
Amount (in tons) of televisions diverted
Amount (in tons) of CPUs diverted
Amount (in tons) of monitors diverted
Amount (in tons) of Other diverted (list other)
(continued on next page)
Education & Training Component
Reporting Parameter
Results
Amount of grant funding applied toward education/training activities
$
Total of all education/training events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g., brochures, fliers,
manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or signs,
etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form 10g: Technical Studies
Reporting Parameter
Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Grant funding amount
$
Total population affected or covered by study
Total number of municipalities affected or covered by study
Total number of counties affected or covered by study
Total number of entities having implemented actions related to study findings or
recommendations
Education & Training Component
Reporting Parameter
Results
Amount of grant funding applied toward education/training activities
$
Total of all education/training events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g., brochures, fliers,
manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or signs,
etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form 10h: Education and Training (stand alone project)
Reporting Parameter
Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Total grant funding amount for stand-alone education/training grant
$
Total of all education/training events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g.,
brochures, fliers, manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or
signs, etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
FY 2008/2009 REGIONAL SOLID WASTE GRANT
Results Report Form 10i: Other - (include project name)
Note: For use with other projects that maybe authorized by TCEQ for
funding by the COG. The COG should include appropriate reporting
parameters, consistent with the parameters used for the general category
projects, to allow for consolidation of the information to include in a
report to TCEQ.
Reporting Parameter Cumulative FY
2008/2009 Results
Education & Training Component
Reporting Parameter
Results
Amount of grant funding applied toward education/training activities
$
Total of all educationAraining events
Total number of persons involved in education/training events
Total of all items distributed related to education/training events (e.g., brochures, fliers,
manuals, freebies, etc.)
Total number of mass media activities (e.g., press releases, PSAs, billboards or signs,
etc.)
Estimated total number of people reached through mass media activities
Comments:
VOLUME -TO -WEIGHT CONVERSION FACTORS
FOR REPORTING PURPOSES
(for programs that cannot weigh materials or determine their own factors)
In order to standardize reporting and maximize accuracy, recycling programs are
encouraged to weigh their materials or develop their own volume -to -weight conversion
factors (densities). The following table is provided to help programs without access to
scales convert volumes to weights for reporting purposes. These factors are not
intended for use in determining payments for handling or sales of materials. These
factors were compiled from several sources (primarily by Resource Recycling Magazine)
and do not necessarily represent your conditions, particularly for yard trimmings.
Where references listed a range of values, a mid -range density is tabulated below.
Wherever possible, you should indicate the conversion factors that you used in reporting the quantities of materials
recovered. Volumetric equivalents are provided at the end of the table to help determine volumes in cubic yards
knowing other volumetric measures or numbers of certain containers. To report in tons, divide weights in pounds by
2000 pounds per ton.
MATERIAL
LEVEL OF
PROCESSING
POUNDS PER
CUBIC YARD
GLASS CONTAINERS
Whole
500
Semi -crushed (manually broken)
1000
Crushed to less than 1-1/2" (mechanically
broken)
1800
Furnace ready, less than I /4"
2700
METAL
Aluminum Cans
Whale
60
Flattened
200
Baled
350
Densified
1080
Shreds
400
Steel (Tin) Cans
Whole
150
1/3 Flattened
235
Flattened
400
Baled
850
Densified
1600
Appliances
Uncompacted
200
MATERIAL
LEVEL OF
PROCESSING
POUNDS PER
CUBIC YARD
ORGANICS
Grass Clippings
Loose, green
350
Compacted, green
650
Leaves
Loose, dry
150
Shredded, dry
300
Vacuumed
400
Compacted
550
Brush & Branches
Loose
250
Chipped, 3" Screen
600
Yard Trimmings
Loose
600
Compacted
1040
Clean Wood
Material
Chipped
500
Vegetative Food
Material
From the kitchen
800
Solid & liquid fats
1500
MATERIAL
LEVEL OF
PROCESSING
POUNDS PER
CUBIC YARD
PAPER
Newspaper
Loose
430
Loose, stacked
600
Baled
650
Baled, horizontal,
single ram
700
Baled, horizontal,
double ram
800
Corrugated
Containers
Loose
100
Compacted, packer
truck
250
Baled, downstroke
500
Baled, horizontal,
single ram
650
Baled, horizontal,
double ram
750
Office/Computer
Paper
Loose
350
Baled
750
Mixed Paper
Loose
I50
E-Waste
CPUs
20 - 40 lbs. ea.
Hard Drives
1 lb. ea.
Keyboards
2 lbs. ea.
Laptops
5 — 12 lbs. ea
Monitors
15 —35 lbs. ea.
Printers
35 —100 lbs. ea.
Speakers
3 lbs. ea.
OTHER CONVERSION FACTORS:
1 Pallet = 30 to 100 pounds each, averaging 40 pounds each
1 Passenger Tire = 20 pounds each (19.8 pounds by statute)
1 Truck Tire = 60 to 90 pounds each
MATERIAL
LEVEL OF
PROCESSING
POUNDS PER
CUBIC YARD
PLASTIC
PET Soft Drink
Bottles
Whole
34
Flattened
75
Baled
400
Baled and perforated
650
Granulated
550
HDPE Milk or
Water Bottles
Whole
30
Flattened
65
HDPE Colored
Battles
Whole
45
Flattened
90
HDPE Bottles
Baled
400
Granulated
550
PET & HDPE Milk
or water bottles
Whole, loose
32
PET & HDPE
Colored Bottles
Whole, loose
38
Plastic Film
Baled
850
TEXTILES
Loose
240
Baled
480
VOLUMETRIC EQUIVALENTS To get volume in cubic yards:
27 cubic feet = 1 cubic yard Divide the number of cubic feet by 27
46656 cubic inches = 1 cubic yard Divide the number of cubic inches by 46656
One Gaylord box (40x48x36) = 1.48 cubic yards Multiply number of Gaylord boxes by 1.48
One 55-gallon barrel = 0.27 cubic yard Multiply number of 55-gallon barrels by 0.27
Resolution No. 2009—R0071
ATTACHMENT A
Exhibit 5
Equipment Inventory Log
Attachment A
EQUIPMENT INVENTORY LOG
Locality
Date:
Project Purchase Still in use
Prv�ct # Category Equipment Description Serial # Cost Date disposition
*Use this form to maintain an inventory log of all items purchased through grant funds. TCEQ requires SPAG to report
information from this form.
Attachment A
ATTACHMENT A
Exhibit 6
Follow-up Results Report
This form will be provided by SPAG at a later date.
Attachment A
Resolution No. 2009-R0071
ATTACHMENT A
Exhibit 7
Uniform Grant Management Standards
Attachment A
UNIFORM GRANT MANAGEMENT STANDARDS
You are required to follow the Uniform Grant Management Standards, Governor's Office of Budget and
Planning. Please refer to the following website to obtain a copy of the guidelines:
GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF BUDGET AND PLANNING
(As Adopted June 2004)
Rick Perry
Governor
hW2://www.p-ovemor.state.tx.us/divisions/state2rants/p
Phone Number: 512-463-8465
Attachment A