AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2020-200R, approving an Interlocal Agreement between Texas State University and the City for the implementation of restoration work in the Sessom Creek Natural Area funded through the Texas State University Watershed Protection Plan Program; authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the agreement on behalf of the City; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: September 15, 2020
Department: Engineering/CIP
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Funds Required: None
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Prior Council Action: None
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Background Information:
The City is implementing a portion (subtasks 3 - 6) of the Texas State University Watershed Protection Plan grant. The grant consists of all in-kind non-federal match with $75,175 federal cash grant. The grant goals are to remove invasive plants and plant native vegetation throughout the Sessom Creek Natural Area. Primary benefits include increased habitat availability for native plants and animals, as well as improved water quality for the San Marcos River as a result of increased hillsi...
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