Title of Item:
GRANT APPLICATION TO WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (RC):
RESOLUTION No. 91-2020; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STUART, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION FOR AN ALTERNATIVE WATER SUPPLY GRANT THROUGH THE SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE CITY’S ALTERNATIVE WATER SUPPLY PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Summary Explanation/Background Information on Agenda Request:
Governor DeSantis and the Florida Legislature have recognized the importance of alternative water supply and the protections of Florida's natural systems by approving $40 million in funding during the 2020 legislative session for developing water supply and water resource development projects. The South Florida Water Management District is requesting applications for funding consideration for alternative water supply and water conservation projects within their 16-county service area. The application process opened on July 6, 2020 and closes July 31, 2020 at 4 pm.
The Public Works Department is requesting authorization to apply for an Alternative Water Supply Grant and if successful present the Grant Agreement to the City Commission for review and consideration at a later date.
The City's Alternative Water Supply project is a proactive plan to phase in reverse osmosis water treatment utilizing the Floridan Aquifer System as an alternative water source.
Funding Source:
Should the City be awarded a grant, City's matching funds would come from water availability fees and a Florida Department of Environmental Protection State Revolving Fund loan.
Recommended Action:
Move approval of Resolution No. 91-2020 authorizing the submission of a grant application related to an alternative water supply. |