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low-lying tree branches or shrubs and trees under the canopy of a larger tree) and disrupt the continuity of the horizontal fuel beds by creating a mosaic in the landscape. This allows better containment of future fires by initial attack forces and reduces the threat to life and property. The use of goats is also planned to reduce vegetation along trails and reduce ladder fuels. Replanting native, fire-resistant plants to reduce erosion and improve ecology is planned along with understory clearing and the creation of a fuel break within the park. The Golden Eagle HOA, Castlewood Country Club, Kilkare Woods HOA, Longview HOA, and several private homes surround the project area. The planned fuels reduction work will potentially benefit hundreds of homes, the area's water tanks, and the heavily used trails. As part of the grant application staff obtained and submitted letters of support from the Golden Eagle HOA, Kilkare HOA, and East Bay Regional Park District. The reimbursable grant will provide 100 percent of the construction costs of the project but will require staff time for oversight and administration of the contractors and consultants. Implementation of the grant will be a joint effort between City and LPFD staff. CEQA compliance costs are also included in the grant with compliance achieved using the California Vegetation Treatment Program developed by Cal Fire. Submittal of the grant application to Cal Fire requires the City Council to adopt the attached resolution acknowledging the filing of the grant application and certifying that the City has sufficient funds available to implement the $1,049,100 reimbursement grant and can expend the grant funds by March 15, 2029. Submitted by: Fiscal Review: Approved by: Steve Katrick Joe Testa Susan Hsieh Gerry Beaudin Director of Engineering Fire Chief Director of Finance City Manager Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department Attachments: 1. Resolution 2. Hazardous Fuels Management Map 3. Property Ownership Map Page 3 of 3