AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2024-223R, approving and authorizing the filing of an application with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) seeking financial assistance in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000.00 to provide for the costs of planning and design services related to the FM1978 Water Reclamation Facility project; designating an authorized representative of the City for purposes of furnishing information and executing required documents in connection with the preparation and filing of the application; designating firms and individuals authorized and directed to aid and assist the City in the preparation and submission of the application and appear on behalf of and represent the City before any hearing held by the Texas Water Development Board on the application; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: November 19, 2024
Department: Engineering/Capital Improvements, Shaun Condor Director
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: None
Account Number: C571
Funds Available: Yes
Account Name: FM 1978 Water Reclamation Facility
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Res. 2024-63A - Approval of Owner Advisor contract to Ardurra Group, Inc. & Res. 2024-64R - Approval of Wastewater System Improvements and Planning contract to Freese and Nichols, Inc. & Res. 2024-78R - Approval of Cost Sharing Agreement
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Background Information:
This resolution authorizes staff to submit an application for a D Fund loan in the amount of $1,000,000 to Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for the FM 1978 Water Reclamation Facility planning services.
In May 2024, Council approved a cost sharing agreement with multiple developers to help fund a new water reclamation facility in rapidly developing area in the southeast part of San Marcos. The new facility will allow the City to avoid multiple, small package plants throughout the area around and upstream of the San Marcos river. The new facility is anticipated to treat 2 million gallons per day (MGD) initially and be expandable to 8 MGD
This application for the FM 1978 Water Reclamation Facility project will assist with the planning services required to complete the project and will increase the City’s scoring on future TWDB grant/loan applications for construction.
A resolution from the governing body is required as part of the application.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of resolution to submit application to TWDB.