Title
Joint resolution authorizing an emergency appropriation for development of a Watershed-Based Plan for the Squaw Creek and Fish Lake Drain watersheds by the Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) in the amount of $199,800 and funded by Grant Number 3192013 from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IL EPA) and other local units of government.
Staff Summary
* SMC has entered into an agreement with IL EPA for a grant (#3192013) under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act to develop a single watershed-based plan to for the Squaw Creek and Fish Lake Drain watersheds that recommends actions to reduce flood damage, improve water quality, and enhance the natural drainage system.
* Total estimated project costs are $240,130 and SMC and local project sponsors will provide the required match. An emergency appropriation is needed as the funds from this grant are not included in the current fiscal year budget.
* Sources of funding include the IL EPA Section 319 grant of $144,078, with matching funds comprised of up to $55,722 from local units of government, up to $62,330 in SMC cash and in-kind contributions, and $12,000 in Lake County Watershed Management Assistance Grant funds.
* SMC will administer the grant, act as project manager for watershed plan development, and administer and manage the consultant contract for technical assistance on the project.
Body
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) has received a grant to develop watershed plans for Squaw Creek and Fish Lake Drain; and
WHEREAS, the SMC has entered into Agreement Number 3192013 with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IL EPA), which includes reimbursement of SMC management expenses and IL EPA project grant funds covered by this Emergency Appropriation in the amount of $144,078; and
WHEREAS, the local project partners will provide matching funds for the grant up to $55,722; and
WHEREAS, the SMC will p...
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