2020-04-27-minutes-public-works-study-session

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REQUEST TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR'S SIGNATURE ON THE MERCER CREEK STREAM RESTORATION PROJECT MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH MID-COLUMI13A FISHERIES ENCHANCEMENT GROUP Mark Cook gave background on the project stating that this MOU is necessary to complete flood reduction and restoration project on Mercer Creek. Mark Cook added that design is in process with the project to begin this summer. Discussion was held. Chairman Brett Wachsmith made a motion to approve Resolution 2020-092 to Authorize the Director's Signature on the Mercer Creek Stream Restoration Project Memorandum of Understanding with Mid -Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group. Vice -Chairman Laura Osiadacz seconded the motion. Motion passed 3-0. COMMUNITY RATING SYSTEM FORMAL NOTICE OF CLASS 6 RATING Mark Cook gave background on the Community Rating System and Program aiding in the reduction of flood insurance for residents of Kittitas County. Mark Cook stated that staff had participated in an audit of the program and has recently received formal notice stating Kittitas County will have a Class 6 Rating in the program. Mark Cook continued that this is exciting news and is requesting to issue a press release on the program and achievements. Discussion was held. Staff was directed to proceed with the press release with additional information added regarding leverage funding and investments. OTHER BUSINESS: Mark Cook stated he had some construction updates to report. Staff did not receive any procurement bids for the Coleman Creek Fish Passage structure. Mark Cook continued that after Board approval he entered into negotiations with a supplier and their cost was forty (40) percent above expected costs. Mark Cook added that after further discussions with the supplier an agreement was made with the needed delivery date and accepted the structure cost as provided. Mark Cook stated that staff had a good response to the Lick Creek Project and ran into issues with the delivery of the structure. Mark Cook continued that an alternate structure was discussed but a new HPA would be required. Mark Cook added that the project delivery will be pushed back to keep the original plans in place. This project is now looking at a 2021 construction time frame. Mark Cook reported that the right of way documents for Fairview Road have been completed and that project is moving forward. Mark Cook stated that the procurement for Big Boulder is being finalized. 2020-04-27 MINUTES