Summary
Staff confirmed about $5.2 million in Section 108 loan capacity could help fund the council's priority Station 56, but it requires a federal amendment process likely landing in the fall.
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Last discussed Jun 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to ~$5.2 million in federal loan capacity, repaid from future CDBG allocations.
Southwest Merced residents would gain faster fire response if built.
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City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority — June 1, 2026
Staff confirmed about $5.2 million in Section 108 loan capacity could help fund the council's priority Station 56, but it requires a federal amendment process likely landing in the fall.
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority — May 4, 2026
A $676,190 contract with Kitchell Corporation sets up a progressive design-build for the new fire station south of Bellevue Road — meant to improve emergency response times. The project faces a $4.6 million funding shortfall, with delivery targeted for September 2028.
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