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Authorize Stormwater and Utility Rate Study Contract
PURPOSE: The Town Council is to approve the resolution authorizing the Town Manager to enter into a contract for stormwater and utility rate study (Project #81006).
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Department
DEPARTMENT: Stormwater Utility / Public Works
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Council Direction
COUNCIL DIRECTION:
__X_ Race/Equity __X__ Climate __X__ Comprehensive Plan __X__Other
Council Direction Statement
Other - The project is essential for identifying, quantifying, and justifying the costs associated with the jurisdiction’s stormwater management program.
Race/Equity - The scope of services specifically includes targeted engagement with: (1) residents from historically underrepresented communities; and (2) residents experiencing financial hardship due to recent increases in taxes and household utility costs.
Climate - The study will identify financial risks and prioritize capital improvements needed to respond to increasingly unpredictable and changing climate conditions.
Comprehensive Plan - The consultant will help align the vision and goals of the Comprehensive Plan with an actionable implementation strategy and the financial resources necessary to support it.
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Information
INFORMATION: The Town Council is asked to adopt the resolution authorizing the Town Manager to enter into a contract for a stormwater and utility rate study. This work follows information presented to the Town Council at its February 17, 2026, business meeting and seeks to engage an outside professional firm to provide a detailed review of municipal stormwater management activities, as well as the different revenue sources available to the utility.
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Fiscal and Staff Impact
FISCAL IMPACT: No impact on the Town’s General Fund. Not to exceed $200,000 from the funds already present in the account for project #81006.
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Recommendation
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that Town Council adopt the proposed resolution. (Attachment A)
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