AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2025-216R, approving and authorizing the filing of an application with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) seeking financial assistance in an amount not to exceed $380,000.00, which includes the costs of design and financial services related to the Upper San Marcos Site 4 and 5 Dam Evaluations 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 TWDB on the application; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: November 18, 2025
Department: Engineering and Capital Improvements, Shaun Condor
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $380,000.00
Account Number: TBD
Funds Available: Yes
Account Name: TBD
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Background Information:
This resolution authorizes staff to submit an application for a Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) in the amount not to exceed $380,000, which includes up to approximately $285,000 in grant funding and approximately $95,000 in 0% interest loan from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for the to the Upper San Marcos Site 4 & 5 Dam Evaluations Project.
In December 2023, the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) announced that it was accepting abridged applications for the Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF). In April 2024, the City of San Marcos submitted fourteen (14) applications, two (2) Flood Mitigation Projects (FMPs) and twelve (12) Flood Management Evaluations (FMEs), ranging from $62,500 to $40,191,392 in value. In April 2025, the projects were ranked by the TWDB and this project was ranked number 25. In September 2025, the TWDB invited the COSM to submit a full application for this project and staff proceed with this application.
The project scope includes re-evaluation of NRCS dams 4 and 5 with Atlas 14 rainfall and an analysis of potential updates to the dams that could improve flood reduction within the City of San Marcos.
The resolution will be written for approval of up to $380,000 to allow for flexibility through the next 6 months as we navigate the application process. If the application is approved, a formal resolution closing the loan will be routed through Council for approval in approximately 6-12 months. Once funding is approved by the TWDB, staff will hire a consultant to assist the City project planning related to the Upper San Marcos Site 4 & 5 Dam Evaluations Project.
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.