Recreation and Parks Department secures $500K grant from State Coastal Conservancy

A significant amendment to San Francisco's legislation was approved during a recent government meeting, allowing the Recreation and Parks Department to accept a $500,000 grant from the State Coastal Conservancy. This grant will fund improvements to trails on Twin Peaks, a popular destination for both locals and tourists.

The amendment, proposed by a department representative, includes retroactive language to accept the grant and approve the associated agreement. The start date of the grant, set for June 1, 2021, enables the city to account for work already completed as part of the grant match, even though no funds have been spent yet.

The grant agreement stipulates that the city must provide $1 million in matching funds, which will be sourced from 2020 general obligation bonds. Additionally, the city is required to maintain the improvements for 20 years at its own expense.

The resolution received unanimous support from the committee, with members expressing enthusiasm for the project. Following a brief public comment period, which yielded no callers, the committee moved to forward the item to the full board with a positive recommendation. This decision marks a crucial step in enhancing San Francisco's recreational spaces, promising to improve access and enjoyment for the community.