18-2069 2018 Recycle A BicycleCITY OF MERIDIAN
RESOLUTION NO. ) a -a 0
BY THE CITY COUNCIL: BERNT, BORTON, CAVENER,
MILAM, PALMER, LITTLE ROBERTS
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MERIDIAN APPROVING A COMMUNITY RECYCLING FUND APPLICATION FOR
THE SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION TO HOLD ITS "2018 RECYCLE A
BICYCLE EVENT" ON MAY 5, 2018 WITH FUNDING AUTHORITY OF $500; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Meridian Community Recycling Fund Program (CRFP) was established
for the purpose of funding projects with money generated from recycling revenue to promote
recycling -related projects in the community; and
WHEREAS, the Solid Waste Advisory Commission (SWAC) is seeking approval to hold
its 2018 Recycle a Bicycle Event on Saturday, May 5, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the SWAC is seeking CRFP funding authority of $500 to support the event in
order to purchase needed bike parts, slime, and locks to repurpose 32 bikes otherwise destined for
the landfill, as more fully set forth in the attached CRFP application; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council find the project to meet the purpose, goals,
criteria, and requirements of the CRFP;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO:
Section 1. That SWAC's application to hold its 2018 Recycle a Bicycle Event on May 5,
2018 is approved; and
Section 2. That the Finance Department is authorized to distribute the requested funds
according to the procedures set forth in the CRFP; and
2018.
Section 3: That this resolution shall be effective immediately upon its approval.
ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this rl day of April,
APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this 3VI Iday of April, 2018.
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City of Meridian
Community Recycling Fund (MCRF)
Application
This application is to be completed by individuals and organizations applying for funding from the City of Meridian
Community Recycling Program Fund. This application must be completed in its entirety. Please use additional sheets of
paper if necessary.
Applicant Name (individual, organization, company), Address, and Contact Information:
Solid Waste Advisory Commission, 33 E Broadway Ave., Meridian ID 83642
Contact Name and Title: Steve Cory, Chair SWAC; Cheryl Caldwell, Commissioner and Chair, Recycle a Bicycle
Program; Andrea Pogue, Commissioner and Deputy City Attorney; Email: stcory@q.com ;
apogue@meridiancity.org ; ccaldwell333@yahoo.com .
1) Describe the community project you would like to have supported. Provide as much detail as possible
including any drawings, designs, and other information that helps to fully explain the project.
SWAC voted at its meeting on March 28, 2018 to request from City Council approval to spend up to $500 from
the CRFP fund to support its Second Annual Recycle a Bicycle Event. The 2017 launch of this program was a
great success and the Commission voted unanimously to hold it again in 2018. The Event is run in conjunction
with the City’s Unplug and Be Outside opening day events at Kleiner Park on Saturday, May 5, 2018.
2) Describe how this project will benefit the community and meet the program criteria of the Meridian
Community Recycling Fund as outlined in the Community Recycling Fund overview.
Bikes are thrown away as trash every day in Meridian. This program saves some bikes from the landfill by
repairing them and matching them to individuals in need of a useable bike. Thirty-two (32) pre-registered
participants will be fitted to a repurposed bike for their use and ownership. The registration portal and process is
run through the Parks & Recreation Department as is advertisement for Recycle a Bicycle as part of their overall
marketing for Unplug and Be Outside Event.
3) Describe the recycled content materials to be used including manufacturers information if applicable.
Please note: Applicants of construction projects must comply with City building permit requirements.
Scrapped bicycles at the Transfer Station.will be repaired and put back in use. Useable parts taken from other
scrapped bikes are the main source of parts used to repurpose bikes for this program. The requested CRFP funds
are used to buy additional parts, slime, etc. needed to repurpose the bikes,
4) Describe the type and location of recognition signage or other methods of recognition that will be used to
acknowledge the financial assistance provided by the Community Recycling Fund, (e.g., plaque, standing sign,
etc.), and the location. Submit a draft concept drawing or design for the proposed signage to be used. Please
note: Applicants must comply with City sign permitting requirements. The city will provide the successful
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applicant with graphic files of the Meridian Community Recycling Fund logo and slogan to be
incorporated into recognition signage and/or materials.
CRFP signage will be present at the event.
5) Referring to the MCRF’s Program Criteria and Requirements, Section B.1.f., please describe your project’s
funding needs in the appropriate section below:
SWAC requests funding approval for up to $500 from the CRFP fund to be spent on this Event in the manner
described above. Any extra parts, slime, locks, etc., or money left over at the end of the Event shall be returned to
the City via any of the designated SWAC contacts listed on this application.
6) If your project costs exceed $5,000 please provide information sufficient to establish your ability to provide
the 50% match in cash funds or donated materials you are required to provide.
Not applicable.
7) Provide a proposed time schedule for the project.
Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 10 AM- 2PM at Kleiner Park.
By signing the applicant represents that (1) he/she has read and understands the MCRF Program and its Project
Criteria and Requirements; and (2) if awarded funds, he/she agrees to comply with all of the conditions and
requirements related to, but not limited to, permitting, signage, funding, reporting, and project completion. Failure
to do so may result in cancellation of project approval and rescission of funds awarded.
Signature of Contact Person: /s/ Cheryl Caldwell Date: March 28, 2018
Return to :
City of Meridian
ATTN. Andrea Pogue
33 E. Broadway, Meridian ID 83642
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