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RESOLUTION NO. 7817 E V E R E T T A RESOLUTION authorizing next steps for ARPA-funded projects and initiatives. WASHINGTON WHEREAS, A. The City of Everett is the recipient of$20,695,570 from the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund, as authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).These funds represent a one-time opportunity to invest federal dollars toward the City's most pressing community challenges and recovery efforts. These funds must be spent within the guidelines established by the U.S. Treasury, and they are separate from the City's annual budget process. B. At its meetings during 2021-2022,the City Council has previously held briefings and a workshop for consideration of APRA investments and approval of some uses of ARPA funds. As of this briefing, $7,097,734.31 has been approved by Council for projects. Council Meeting Date Council Item September 1, 2021 Approval of Pallet Shelter Expansion with ARPA Funds ($477,734.31) October 27, 2021 Approval of Resolution Authorizing Everett Forward Grant Program with ARPA Funds ($1,000,000) November 17, 2021 Council Workshop to Discuss ARPA Investments priority areas and potential projects February 16, 2022 Council Briefing to Discuss ARPA Investments project updates May 11, 2022 Adoption of Resolution authorizing next steps with projects and initiatives using up to$5,620,000 of ARPA funds, including additional pallet shelter expansion ($2,700,000), Service Coordination for those unsheltered (Chart 2.0)/ Immediate outreach and navigation ($870,000), Everett Point Industrial Center(EPIC) Green Bridge Type, Size & Location Study(TS&L) ($450,000), Digital Permit Accelerator ($500,000), Increase public restrooms ($500,000), Clean Everett Program ($600,000). C. In accordance with City Council direction, City staff has brought forward to City Council the following additional projects and initiatives that are ready for implementation: Project/Initiatives Description Estimated Cost: Daytime Service Access/Shelter- Pilot a new shelter for those unhoused in north $2,000,000 and central Everett, may include capital expenses, operations, and basic services. Repurpose City Building—Renovate and Repurpose Thornton A. Sullivan Park $500,000 Caretaker House to locate Case Management offices. Increase Mental Health Support- Pilot a new program that embeds four Mental $1,475,000 Health Professionals within the Fire Department and Everett Public Library to provide greater support for those unsheltered or with behavioral health needs in Everett.