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Council authorizes borrowing authorization tied to $239,824 federal traffic safety study; staff explain reimbursement and cash-flow risk
Summary
Council reviewed and then approved authorization allowing the city to finance planning for a federally funded traffic safety study (maximum $239,824). City controller explained reimbursements are paid on a reimbursement basis and staff may use internal cash advances or short-term borrowing depending on timing.
An ordinance authorizing financing up to $239,824 to plan citywide traffic safety improvements was the subject of a public hearing and council discussion on Oct. 21.
City staff told the council the grant supporting the study is federal and reimbursement-based, meaning the city must advance costs and then apply for reimbursement. The controller warned that timing could require temporary use of the general fund or short-term borrowing; she…
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