HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021 04 12 Consent 301 - Community Project Funding Requests through Congresswoman Murphy's Office • CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 301
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Community Project Funding Requests through Congresswoman Murphy's
Office
SUMMARY
On March 16, 2021 the City Manger's office received direct communication
from the Office of Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy regarding an initiative
entitled the Community Project Funding Requests. These funding requests
are part of the federal government's FY 2022 appropriations process, by
which each member of the US House of Representatives may submit up to 10
projects on behalf of their district. Each local jurisdiction was limited to
submitting two projects for consideration. The deadline for submitting the
request form for consideration was 4/1/2021 .
Staff began working on the process to bring forward projects for
consideration as quickly as possible. The 4/12/2021 meeting of the
Commission is the first meeting by which staff would have the opportunity to
present our submissions. Due to the timing of the requirements staff has
already made two submissions to the Congresswoman's office for
consideration. As part of that submission process, staff was directed by the
Congresswoman's office that any community support and other supporting
documents could be forwarded after 4/1 .
In addition to the resolutions, attached are the two funding requests that
were submitted. Each resolution once approved will be forwarded to
Congresswoman Murphy's office in support of each funding request. The
funding source should our projects be accepted fall under the Department of
the Interior, Title II, Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal
Assistance Grants (STAG). These grants allow for 80% funding of approved
projects.
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The requests for funding are for the following projects and summarized
below:
• Power Reliability- Water Treatment Plant #3 & Lift Station #7- We
have the need for a new generator at one of our three water treatment
plants, along with electrical panels and new generator at the associated
lift station. These facilities provide about 30% of the water to the City
impacting approximately 12,000 people. The lift station services about
half the sewer flow of the City for approximately 19,000 people.
Generator power will be utilized during emergency conditions when
commercial power is lost at these facilities. In addition to operating
power, the City will be able to maintain communication between these
facilities and our computer system that runs the plants. The project
estimate is in the range of$500k - $1 M.
• Water Treatment Plant Security- We have a plan to upgrade the
security surrounding our water treatment facilities. This would include
our two waste water treatment plants which feed our reclaim water
system as well as our three potable water treatment plants. Providing
safe water for our residents is a top priority for our water & sewer
utility. Suring up our facilities to protect from a variety of foes is of the
utmost importance. The City's water and waste water treatment plants
are part of the significant infrastructure our City offers to our residents.
It is vital to protecting public health in our community. Currently, our
plan to secure our treatment plants (the perimeter of the hard assets)
throughout the City is approximately $1 M. Our concept includes but is
not limited to cameras, related monitoring equipment, lighting, fencing,
razor wire, etc.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Commission approves the attached resolutions
2021-04 and 2021-05 in support of the projects described therein and
submitted for federal funding on 4/1/2021 under the State and Tribal
Assistance Grants (STAG) program as part of Congresswoman Murphy's
Community Project Funding Requests.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2021-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WINTER SPRINGS FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE CITY'S
REQUEST OF FEDERAL COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING
FOR IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO WATER TREATMENT
PLANT #3 AND LIFT STATION #7; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY, REPEAL OF PRIOR INCONSISTENT
RESOLUTIONS, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the United States Congress recently reinstated the process of earmarking
funds for local government entities and non-profit organizations by implementing a process now
entitled Community Project Funding("CPF"),with added oversight mechanisms with the purpose
of transparency; and
WHEREAS, related communications on behalf of the office of U.S. Congresswoman
Stephanie Murphy invited CPF funding requests and noted that CPF funding requests should be
for projects that are well justified, have community support, and can be swiftly and effectively
implemented if funded; and
WHEREAS, following initial evaluation of the City's CPF funding request, the request
may be submitted to the relevant subcommittee of the House Appropriations Committee, which
may then include funding for the request in the FY 2022 appropriations bill, if approved; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that in current times, the financing of public projects is
becoming more and more challenging in Florida and nationally, and that in times of budget
constraints and related, it is incumbent upon the City to seek out alternative funding mechanisms
and maximize the use of existing resources; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to take the necessary actions to achieve needed project
development for the maximum benefit to the community; and
WHEREAS, the City owns and operates its own water and sewer utility, which provides
such utility services to the City's 39,000 residents as well as local businesses; and
WHEREAS, the City recently evaluated its needs and identified necessary updates at
Water Treatment Plant#3 and Lift Station#7; and
WHEREAS, such City facilities provide about 30% of the water to the City, impacting
approximately 12,000 people, and the Lift Station #7 services approximately half the sewer flow
of the City, impacting approximately 19,000 people; and
WHEREAS, City staff obtained an electrical evaluation from an engineering firm in 2020
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that was completed for the electrical systems at Water Treatment Plant#3 and Lift Station#7 (the
"Evaluation"), and reviewed and considered the Evaluation at a City staff workshop in September,
2020; and
WHEREAS, the Evaluation identified a number of deficiencies relating to power
reliability, and the recommendations include that a new generator should be installed at Waste
Treatment Plant #3, along with electrical panels and a new generator at Lift Station #7, as such
equipment is old and in poor condition; and
WHEREAS, this project is of great importance to the community and of a high priority
for the City, as the improvements will aid the City in hurricane preparedness and resiliency, as the
generator power will be utilized during emergency conditions when commercial power is lost at
Water Treatment Plant#3 and Lift Station#7. In addition to operating power, the City will be able
to maintain communications between these facilities and the City computer system which operates
the City's water treatment plants; and
WHEREAS, as the City has already obtained preliminary engineering plans for this
project, the City is in a position to swiftly and effectively move forward with implementing such
improvements if the CPF funding request is approved; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to submit a CPF request for a new generator at Waste
Treatment Plant #3, along with electrical panels and a new generator at Lift Station #7, as the
project, as described, is eligible for the relevant funding; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to request CPF funds for such improvements from the
Department of the Interior, Title Il,Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance
Grants (STAG), which allows for 80% funding of an approved project; and
WHEREAS, as the City needs and intends to update Water Treatment Plant #3 and Lift
Station #7, the City acknowledges that the receipt of 80% funding of the project will be a
significant cost savings if the CPF request is approved, inasmuch as the funds needed to complete
this project are projected to cost between $500,000 to $1,000,000; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that certain federal grant programs may require local
funding from the City, and that this particular funding opportunity will require a minimum of 20%
funding from the City if approved. The City has funds available in the enterprise fund to meet the
20% co-funding requirement if approved. While the FY 2021 budget does not currently include
the upgrades, funds may be made available via a budget amendment if the CPF request for the
upgrades is approved; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission retains its authority to accept and approve funding
awards or contracts related to any funding opportunity applications submitted by the City; and
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WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs deems that this
Resolution is in the best interests of the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Winter
Springs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The foregoing recitals are deemed true and correct
and are hereby fully incorporated by this reference.
Section 2. Support for Submission of Community Funding Project Application. The City
Commission supports the Community Funding Project request for funds to assist in the
implementation of updates identified as necessary at Water Treatment Plant #3 and Lift Station
#7.
Section 3. Repeal of Prior Inconsistent Resolutions. All prior resolutions or parts of
resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of the conflict.
Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence,clause,phrase,word,or portion
of this Resolution is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such
holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion hereto.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon
adoption by the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs, Florida.
RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs, Florida, in a regular
meeting assembled on the 12th day of April, 2021.
TED JOHNSON, Deputy Mayor
ATTEST:
CHRISTIAN GOWAN, City Clerk
Approved as to legal form and sufficiency for
the City of Winter Springs only:
ANTHONY A. GARGANESE, City Attorney
City of Winter Springs
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RESOLUTION NO. 2021-05
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WINTER SPRINGS FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE CITY'S
REQUEST OF FEDERAL COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING
FOR SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO
WASTEWATER AND POTABLE WATER TREATMENT PLANTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, REPEAL OF PRIOR
INCONSISTENT RESOLUTIONS,AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the United States Congress recently reinstated the process of earmarking
funds for local government entities and non-profit organizations by implementing a process now
entitled Community Project Funding("CPF"),with added oversight mechanisms with the purpose
of transparency; and
WHEREAS, related communications on behalf of the office of U.S. Congresswoman
Stephanie Murphy invited CPF funding requests and noted that CPF funding requests should be
for projects that are well justified, have community support, and can be swiftly and effectively
implemented if funded; and
WHEREAS, following initial evaluation of the City's CPF funding request, the request
may be submitted to the relevant subcommittee of the House Appropriations Committee, which
may then include funding for the request in the FY 2022 appropriations bill, if approved; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that in current times, the financing of public projects is
becoming more and more challenging in Florida and nationally, and that in times of budget
constraints and related, it is incumbent upon the City to seek out alternative funding mechanisms
and maximize the use of existing resources; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to take the necessary actions to achieve needed project
development for the maximum benefit to the community; and
WHEREAS, the City owns and operates its own water and sewer utility, which provides
such utility services to the City's 39,000 residents as well as local-businesses; and
WHEREAS, the City's water and wastewater treatment plants are part of the significant
infrastructure of the City, and the protection of same is vital to protect the public health and to
ensure safe water for City residents, businesses and visitors; and
WHEREAS,the City recently evaluated its needs and identified that security upgrades are
necessary at the City's wastewater and potable water treatment plants ("Security Upgrades"); and
WHEREAS, the Security Upgrades will include just over 7,000 linear feet of fencing and
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razor wire,upgraded lighting,indoor and outdoor security cameras with related licensing,network
equipment and cabling; and
WHEREAS, as the City has already identified needed materials and equipment, the City
is in a position to swiftly and effectively move forward with engaging its vendors to procure such
materials and equipment and to commence the installation of the Security Upgrades if the CPF
funding request is approved; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to submit a CPF funding request for the Security Upgrades,
as the project, as described, is eligible for the relevant funding; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to request CPF funds for the Security Upgrades from the
Department of the Interior, Title II,Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance
Grants (STAG), which allows for 80% funding of an approved project; and
WHEREAS, as the City needs and intends to implement the Security Upgrades, the City
acknowledges that the receipt of 80% funding of the project will be a significant cost savings if
the CPF request is approved, inasmuch as the funds needed to complete this project are projected
to cost nearly $1,000,000; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that certain federal grant programs may require local
funding from the City, and that this particular funding opportunity will require a minimum of 20%
funding from the City if approved. The City has funds available in the enterprise fund to meet the
20% co-funding requirement if approved. While the FY 2021 budget does not currently include
the Security Upgrades, funds may be made available via a budget amendment if the CPF request
for the Security Upgrades is approved; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission retains its authority to accept and approve funding
awards or contracts related to any funding opportunity applications submitted by the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs deems that this
Resolution is in the best interests of the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Winter
Springs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The foregoing recitals are deemed true and correct
and are hereby fully incorporated by this reference.
Section 2. Support for Submission of Community Funding Project Application. The City
Commission supports the Community Funding Project request for funds to assist in the
implementation of Security Upgrades identified as necessary at the City's water and wastewater
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treatment plants.
Section 3. Repeal of Prior Inconsistent Resolutions. All prior resolutions or parts of
resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of the conflict.
Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence,clause,phrase,word,or portion
of this Resolution is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such
holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion hereto.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon
adoption by the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs, Florida.
RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs, Florida, in a regular
meeting assembled on the 12th day of April, 2021.
TED JOHNSON, Deputy Mayor
ATTEST:
CHRISTIAN GOWAN, City Clerk
Approved as to legal form and sufficiency for
the City of Winter Springs only:
ANTHONY A. GARGANESE, City Attorney
City of Winter Springs
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CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
FINANCE &ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
�nnorcw>.c�a 1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
1959 WINTER SPRINGS,FLORIDA 32708
T: (407) 327-1800 1 F: (407) 324-4753
www.winterspringsfl.org
April 1, 2021
Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy (FL-7)
1710 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 25015
Dear Congresswoman Murphy,
On behalf of the City of Winter Springs, I submit to you our Community Project Funding Request Form
for our Power Reliability-Water Treatment Plant#3 & Lift Station #7 project. We respectfully request
your consideration of our project. The City of Winter Springs has a population of just under 39,000
residents, located just outside the Orlando area in Seminole County. Our next City Commission meeting
will be held on April 12, 2021 where we plan to request the Commission's support of this project by way
of a resolution. We will send the resolution on to your staff as soon as we have it executed.
We look forward to hearing back from your office.
Respectfully,
4�4t-�
Maria Sonksen
Finance Director
City of Winter Springs
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Rep. Stephanie Murphy
FY 2022 Community Project Funding Request Form
Instructions and Requirements
1. Please carefully read the information below about the specific appropriations accounts that can
be used to make Community Project Funding requests and ensure that your request fits within
one of those accounts.
2. One submission per form. No more than two submissions per requestor.
3. All requests must be for a one-time, single-year allocation of funds.
4. Please submit requests to our office no later than April 1.
5. Completed forms should be emailed to john.lauferkmail.house.aoov;
natalie.martinezkmail.house.gov; and lauren.allenikmail.house.gov.
6. All questions on the form must be completed.
7. Include a letter on your entity's official letterhead making the request.
8. Please note that all submitted forms are subject to public disclosure.
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Appropriations Accounts Elizible for Community Proiect Fundiniz
Only certain appropriations accounts, listed below, are eligible for Community Project Funding.
Please click on the hyperlinks for more information about each account.
Agriculture
• Title I, Agriculture Programs, Agricultural Research Service, Buildings and Facilities
• Title III, Rural Development Programs, Rural Development, Rural Community Facilities
Grants Account
• Title III, Rural Utilities Service, ReConnect Grants (Rural Broadbrand)
For more information on these accounts, click here:
Commerce,Justice, Science (CJS)
• Title I, Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration;
Operations, Research, and Facilities
• Title II, Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, State and Local Law Enforcement
Assistance, Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants (Byrne JAG)
• Title II.Department of Justice,Community Oriented Policing Services, COPS Technology and
Equipment
• Title III, National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Safety, Security and Mission
Services
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Defense
• Title IV, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation(Army,Navy, Air Force, Space Force,
and Defense-Wide)
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Eneru and Water
• Title I, Army Corps of Engineers, Investigations
• Title I, Army Corps of Engineers, Construction
• Title I, Army Corps of Engineers, Operation and Maintenance
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Financial Services and General Government
• Title V, Small Business Administration, "Small Business Initiatives"
For more information on these accounts, click here.
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Homeland Security
• Federal Emergency Management Agency, Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grants
• Federal Emergency Management Agency, Non-Profit Security Grants
• Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Operations Center Grants
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Interior
• Title I, Department of the Interior, Land and Water Conservation Fund, Federal Land
Acquisition(FWS or BLM)
• Title II, Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG)
• Title III, U.S. Forest Service, State and Private Forestry
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Labor/HHS/Education
• Title I, Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, Training and
Employment Services
• Title II, Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services
Administration, Program Management
• Title II, Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration, Health Surveillance and Program Support
• Title III, Department of Education, Innovation and Improvement
• Title III, Department of Education, Higher Education
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Military ConstructionNA
• Military Construction, Army, Navy and Marine Corps, Air Force, Defense-Wide, Army
National Guard, Air National Guard, Army Reserve,Navy Reserve, Air Force Reserve)
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (T-HUD)
• Title I, Department of Transportation, "Local Transportation Priorities" (highway, rail, bus,
etc.)
• Title I, Department of Transportation, Airport Improvement Program (AIP)
• Department of Housing and Urban Development, Economic Development Initiative (EDI)
(similar to CDBG)
For more information on these accounts, click here.
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Section One: Contact
Requesting Entitv
Official name of requesting entity: City of Winter Springs
Type of entity (non-profit, university, government, etc.): local municipal govermnent
Address: 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone number: 407-327-1800
Website: https://www.wintersprin sg fl.org/
Point of Contact for Reguestine Entitv:
Name: Maria Sonksen
Title: Finance Director
Address: 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone number: 407-327-7590
Email address: msonksengwintersprin sg fl.org
Intermediary Contact(if used)
Name: Donna Bruno
Title: Internal Auditor
Organization: City of Winter Springs
Address: 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone number: 407-327-6550
Email address: dbrunoAwintersprin sg fl org
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Section Two: Official Request
Bill (e.g., Agriculture; CJS, Defense, T-HUD): Interior
Account(must be one of the specific accounts listed above):
Title 11, Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG)
Suggested Title of Request:
Power Reliability - Water Treatment Plant#3 &Lift Station#7
Detailed description of funding request:
The City of Winter Springs is a small City of close to 39,000 residents. Our City owns and operates
our own water and sewer utility. We have the need for a new generator at one of our three water
treatment plants, along with electrical panels and a new generator at the associated lift station.
These facilities provide about 30% of the water to the City impacting approximately 12,000
people. The lift station services about half the sewer flow of the City for approximately 19,000
people.
Generator power will be utilized during emergency conditions when commercial power is lost at
these facilities. In addition to operating power, the City will be able to maintain communication
between these facilities and our computer system that runs the plants.
Dollar amount requested (smaller requests are more likely to be funded):
We estimate the funds needed to complete this project to be a range of$500k to $1M.
How this request, if funded, will help FL-7, the State of Florida more broadly, and/or the nation:
These generators would aid the City in hurricane preparedness and resiliency. The existing
electrical system is over 30 years old. It has an underground electric line between the lift station
and the water treatment plant; adding the generators and making these upgrades will also remove
a safety hazard inherent in the existing configuration.
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Describe the current status of this project; describe any previous requests you have made for
govermnent(federal, state,local)funding; and confirm that,if funding is provided,the project can
be implemented swiftly and effectively:
We have preliminary engineering plans for this project already,and we could get it underway very
quickly if we had the funds made available to us. We have attached that report here. According
to the report the estimated construction time for these improvements(without generator lead time)
is approximately 4 months.
We have not made any previous requests for funding in support of this project.
Please outline what supporting materials you have to demonstrate community need and community
support for this project (and attach documents if you have them)
The City had an engineering study on Water Treatment Plant 43 & Lift Station #7 performed by
an independent firm. As part of that study, the firm identified a number of deficiencies related to
power reliability. On September 17, 2020, the firm held a workshop with the City staff to review
the results of their findings and present options.
We plan to bring this project forward at an upcoming commission meeting on 4/12/2021 to engage
formal support from our elected officials. Currently, we have informal support for this project.
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Please use this space to input any additional information that is required/requested pursuant to the
account-specific Appropriations Committee instructions. Please strictly adhere to the relevant
Submission Guidance documents that are hyperlinked on Page 2 and 3 of this document:
Under the State and Tribal Assistance Grants(STAG)the City recognizes there is a minimum 20%
cost share requirement. The City does have the funds available in the enterprise fund to meet the
co-funding requirement of the STAG grant. Currently this project is not included in the FY2021
budget,but funds can made available by way of a budget amendment if the project is approved for
federal funding.
The Power Reliability - Water Treatment Plant#3 & Lift Station 47 project as described does fall
under the Projects That Generally ARE Eligible for STAG Grants as outlined in the Subcommittee
on Interior. Environment, and Related Agencies guidance, as an upgrade to the water treatment
facility.
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Winter Springs,
WTP #3 • LS 7 Electrical Evaluation
1012012020
FROM TO
Todd Petrie, PE Shawn Boyle, City Manager
Rob Nicholas, VP Maria Sonksen, Finance Director
This memo is intended to outline the results of the Kimley Horn (KH) electrical evaluation that was
completed for the electrical systems at WTP #3 and LS 7. A summary of the findings are below. The final
report is attached for reference.
• LS 7 electrical equipment and controls are outdated and in need of replacement.
• The underground emergency feeder line from LS 7 to WTP 3 has questionable integrity.
• The LS 7 emergency generator is old but currently functions.
• WTP 3 Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) for High Service Pump 2 is in need of replacement. The
VFD for HSP 1 was replaced earlier this year.
• WTP 3 does not have a main breaker installed ahead of the Automatic Transfer Switch
• WTP 3 High Service Pump 3 does not operate with a VFD. Currently, a soft start is installed.
• The WTP 3 service entrance rated Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) was not operable at the time
of the site visit. The ATS has been repaired and currently operates properly.
In summary, Veolia concurs with KH's findings and their recommendations to install a new generator at
WTP#3, add a VFD on high service pump #3, and install a new electrical disconnect between the WTP
and the Duke Energy electrical connection. WTP 3 currently gets its standby power through a buried
electrical cable running between LS 7W and the WTP. The engineers have indicated through testing that
it is at the end of its service life and should be abandoned.
LS 7W electrical equipment and generator are old and in poor condition. The engineer recommended
solution is to provide a new pre-engineered building to provide climate control for new electrical controls,
SCADA, and a new automatic transfer switch. The existing generator will function as currently installed
but is old and in poor condition. It could be replaced by a smaller unit.
Budget Summary
Option 2 proposed by KH is a combined project repairing the electric at WTP #3 and LS 7 at the same
time. Separated the projects would cost more due to duplicate contractor mobilization, engineering,
bidding and other services. The KH estimates are without any Engineering, Construction
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WTP #3 & LS 7 Electrical Evaluation
10/20/2020
Administration/Inspection, or Contingency which the City will need. LS 7 has been budgeted for
replacement (electrical, pumps and wet well) for FY 23. A preliminary cost estimate by CPH Engineers a
year or more ago estimated that project at $1,500,000 and the electrical improvements would be a portion
of that estimate. The table below provides a comparison to the budgeted funds and project estimates.
WTP#3
FY 21 Budget Separate Project Combined Project
Estimate Estimate**
WTP#3 Electrical Improvements $395,000
Construction/Equipment $295,000 $295,000
Surve /En ineerin * $65,000 $33,000
Contingency (10%) $36,000 $33,000
Construction Project Admin 9% $35,000 $32,000
Total = $431,000 $393,000
LS 7W
FY 23 Budget Separate Project Combined Project
Estimate Estimate**
LS 7W Replacement $1,500,000
Construction/Equipment $255,000 $255,000
Surve /En ineerin * $65,000 $32,000
Contingency 10% $32,000 $29,000
Construction Project Admin 9% $32,000 $28,000
Total = $384,000 $344,000
Separate Project Combined Project
Estimate Estimate**
Total = $815,000 $737,000
*For the combined project estimate, the Survey/Engineering fee estimate has been split between the two
sites. Total survey/Engineering cost may be greater than $65,000 if both sites are included.
**The combined project total anticipates execution of the improvements simultaneously.
Although funds are not currently allocated in FY21 for LS 7W, the KH report is recommending the
electrical and SCADA equipment be replaced. This can be accommodated in the current Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) by reallocating the sewer pipe relining and lift station bypass pump retrofits
projects. Together, the two CIP projects total $570,000 of available budget. Cost savings may be
realized by completing both projects concurrently.
Please let us know how you would like to proceed with both the WTP #3 electrical and LS 7W
improvements. Additionally, if the LS7W electrical improvements proceed, please advise if the existing
generator is to be replaced at this time or delayed.
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Kimley))) Horn
TECHNICAL MEMORANDUM
To: Todd Petrie, P.E., Director, Veolia North America
Kyle Lanham, Lead Operator, Veolia North America
David Kerr, Operation and Maintenance, Veolia North America
Paul Morrison, Maintenance, Veolia North America
Lance Littrell, P.E., Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc
From:
Julia Felter, E.I., Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc
Stephen E. Bailey, P.E., Bailey Engineering Consultants,
Inc. Chris Carignan, Bailey Engineering Consultants, Inc.
Date: October 15, 2020
Subject: Winter Springs WTP 3 Power Reliability Workshop
Background: Water Treatment Plant #3
Water Treatment Plant (WTP) 3 is located at 110 W Bahama Road. The plant consists of two wells,
three high service pumps, one ground storage tank and the required chemicals for disinfection and
stabilization treatment. The pump building houses the high service pumps and the electrical panels.
There are two 75 horsepower(hp) high service pumps that are currently controlled by variable
frequency drives (VFDs). The standby pump is a 100 hp pump with a soft start drive. The
programmable logic controller(PLC) was recently upgrade to the Schneider M340. The power feed to
the WTP is currently provided by Duke Energy with emergency backup service provided from nearby
Lift Station 7 (LS 7)through conduit and power cables. LS 7 has an onsite emergency power
generator that provides backup power to both LS 7 and WTP 3.
Initial Site Visit
On May 5th, Kimley-Horn (KH) and the electrical engineering subconsultant, Bailey Engineering
Consultants, Inc. (BEC)attended the site visit at WTP 3and LS 7 to identify the recommended
electrical testing and to observe electrical deficiencies. The WTP receives primary power from Duke
Energy. Emergency power for WTP 3 is fed from LS 7. The distance between sites is approximately
750 linear feet(LF). LS 7 receives primary power from Duke Energy. The existing emergency
generator located at LS 7 is sized at 500 KW. Prior to our visit, we recommended that the City
consider replacing the underground cables between LS 7 and WTP 3. The City agreed to test the
cables to determine their insulation resistance. This value is used to determine the integrity and
reliability of any cable connection.
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The following list identifies the main deficiencies observed at WTP 3 and LS 7 during our site visit:
• LS 7 electrical equipment and controls are outdated and in need of replacement.
• The underground emergency feeder from LS 7 to WTP 3 has questionable integrity.
• The LS 7 emergency generator is in poor condition.
• WTP 3 VFDs for HSP's 1 and 2 are in need of replacement.
• WTP 3 does not have a main breaker installed ahead of the ATS.
• WTP 3 HSP 3 does not operate with a VFD.
• The WTP 3 service entrance rated ATS was not operable at the time of our visit. The
City/Veolia staff has contacted Eaton for service.
Testing and Results
The City completed the wire resistance test on the conductors installed from LS 7 to WTP 3. The test
was conducted by Peck Electric, Inc. The report was provided to KH on August 17, 2020, below are
the results from the testing.
Table 1: Wire Insulation Testing Results
Phase Name Ohms Recorded Voltage
Phase A 0.6 MQ 754 volts
Phase B 1.3 Mfg 1044 volts
Phase C 1.5 Mfg 1045 volts
The resistance to ground was measured at 0.042 ohms. The report concluded that"if during
periodical testing, insulation resistance of cable is found between 5 and 1 Mit/km at buried
temperature, the subject cable should be programmed for replacement." A full copy of the report is
included in Appendix A. After visiting the site and reviewing the testing results, it is our opinion that
this cable is subject to failure at any time.
Workshop
On September 17th, KH and BEC conducted a workshop with the City to review the results of the
field cable testing and to discuss conceptual designs and associated costs for possible options. KH
and BEC reviewed the report from Peck Electric, Inc. and concluded that the emergency feeder from
LS 7 to WTP 3 is not reliable and needs to be improved. It is BEC's opinion that the cable installed in
the underground conduit will not be able to be removed without damage to the conduit. As such,
replacing the cable in the existing conduit was not considered as a viable option and the cost for
replacing the cable in the existing conduit is not applicable in this application. BEC agreed with the
report's recommendation to replace any cable performing under 1 Mfg. This cable will most likely fail
when WTP 3 is operating under emergency power(i.e. from drawing power from LS 7). KH and BEC
have prepared the following options to address the reliability of LS 7 and WTP 3's normal and
emergency power supplies.
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OPTION 1- LS 7 PROVIDES EMERGENCY POWER TO WTP 3
Option 1 includes maintaining the existing generator at LS 7, replacing the existing conduit and cable
suppling emergency power to WTP 3, adding a main breaker, and VFD for pump 3 at WTP 3. The
current generator at LS 7 is of sufficient size to provide power to the lift station and WTP 3. The
generator was installed in the late 1970s to early 1980s and was repurposed from one of the City's
wastewater treatment plants. The generator has an above ground fuel storage tank. It is operational,
however; the existing control panel is outdated and spare parts are no longer manufactured for
generator. This generator should be replaced. The LS 7 electrical equipment and control panel
require replacement. Table 2 below list the benefits and drawbacks associated with this option and
the conceptual costs for each item.
Table 2:Replace Conduit and Cable between LS 7 and WTP 3
Item Benefit/ Cost
Drawback/Both
Easement needed for conduit/cable Drawback $30K
LS 7 generator replacement (500 KW) Both $190K
LS 7 new controls, switchgear and building Both $225K
LS 7 to WTP 3 conduit and wire (1,200 LF) Benefit $250K
WTP 3 new main breaker and VFD Benefit $65K
Temporary generator for emergency power Drawback $25K
during construction
LS 7 Reuse existing generator Both $0
Reduced generator maintenance (LS 7 Benefit Yearly fuel/maintenance
generator only) technician costs
TOTAL $785K
OPTION 2- LS 7 AND WTP 3 HAVE INDEPENDENT GENERATORS
Option 2 includes adding a dedicated emergency generator at WTP 3 to provide reliable emergency
power and adding a main breaker and VFD for pump 3 at WTP 3. This option abandons the LS 7
emergency conduit and cables in place. New generators are recommended to be installed at LS 7
and WTP 3. The estimated generator size needed to provide the emergency power for WTP 3 is 400
KW. Providing a dedicated generator at WTP 3 will reduce the power draw requirements for LS 7 and
allow the future replacement generator and switchgear at LS 7 to be smaller(less capital cost). The
estimated size for the LS 7 generator under this option is 200 KW. A single generator serving both
facilities is slightly more efficient than providing separate generators at each facility. As such the
combined KW for the 2-generator implementation will be slightly higher than the single KW generator
currently installed at LS 7. Table 3 below list the benefits and drawbacks associated with this option
and the costs for each item.
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Table 3:Add Generator at WTP 3
Item Benefit/ Cost
Drawback
WTP 3 new generator Benefit $140K
WTP 3 generator installation Benefit $90K
WTP 3 new main breaker and VFD Benefit $65K
Eliminates LS 7 cable interface Benefit $0
LS7 generator replacement (200KW) Benefit $90K
LS 7 new controls, switchgear and building Benefit $165K
Similar reliability and maintenance as WTP 2 Benefit $0
Increased generator maintenance (LS 7 and Drawback Yearly fuel/maintenance
WTP 3 generator locations) technician costs
TOTAL $550K
Discussion
The workshop discussion highlighted the benefits and drawbacks of each option noted above. In
general, the Veolia and City staff noted the importance of having a reliable backup power supply for
the WTP to maintain pressure and potable water demands at all times.
The discussion of Option 1 noted the easement needed for a new conduit and cable would require a
longer route than the existing conduit due to the property access and availability to obtain an
easement over the current routing. It is estimated the conduit and cable length would increase from
750 to 1,200 LF. These costs are reflected in the estimates noted in Table 2.
The existing electrical equipment and generator at LS 7 is in need of replacement. and should be
budgeted within the next 5 years. We noted this work as both a benefit and a drawback. If Option 2 is
implemented, the LS 7 electrical gear the generator, and ATS could be downsized. This reduced
electrical loading will require less footprint in the electrical building for equipment layout. If possible a
new electrical building is recommended to be added to the site to provide an environmentally
controlled area and to enhance station safety. The lift station controls would also be improved at this
time.
The construction sequencing at LS 7 will present challenges that will need to be vetted. Temporary
emergency power may be needed to provide emergency power during the construction process. This
temporary power will be sized for LS 7 and WTP 3The estimated construction time for these
improvements, without obtaining an easement, is 6 months.
The discussion of Option 2 noted serval more benefits then drawbacks and received positive
feedback from the Veolia staff. There is space for a generator to be installed at WTP 3 with minimal
site work and no changes to the current emergency power supply until construction is complete. As
mentioned previously, Option 2 for WTP 3 would mirror the improvements being made at WTP 2. The
constructability of these improvements would allow for LS 7 and WTP 3 to remain connected to the
current generator, once the new generator is in place then the cable will be disconnected on both
ends and only LS 7 will be powered by the current generator. There will not be a need to bring in
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temporary power. The estimated construction time for these improvements, without generator lead
time, is 4 months.
The total cost for Option 1, not including the new generator at LS 7 or new LS 7 electrical gear, is
$415K (this includes estimated easement cost plus new conduit and wire form LS 7 to WTP 3, a new
main breaker and VFD at WTP 3) The cost for Option 2, not including the new generator at LS 7 or
the new LS 7 electrical gear is $360K (this includes new generator, main breaker and VFD at WTP 3).
Table 4 and Table 5 outlined the price to improve the electrical and emergency power systems at
WTP 3. Option 2 allows the future LS 7 emergency generator and electrical gear improvements to be
reduced by$185K. It is our opinion that Option 2 provides the more reliable solution as it does not
require a long-distance buried feeder between the two facilities. Additional electrical improvements for
WTP 3 not included in Table 4 and Table 5 cost estimates below would include replacing the
remaining out of date MCC sections.
Table 4: Total Cost for Option 1
Item Cost
Survey $10K
Engineering $55K
Easement needed for conduit/cable $30K
LS 7 to WTP 3 conduit and wire $250K
(1,200 LF)
WTP 3 new main breaker and VFD $65K
As-builts $5K
TOTAL $415K
Table 5: Total Cost for Option 2
Item Cost
Survey $5K
Engineering $55K
WTP 3 new generator $140K
WTP 3 new main breaker and VFD $65K
WTP 3 Generator Installation $90K
As-Builts $5K
TOTAL $360K
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Appendix A
Cable Testing Results
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August. 17, 2020
Peck Electric, Inc.
4205 Greenfern Dr.
Orlando, FL 32810
407-509-7930
d.peck@peckelectric.net
VEOLIA
Paul Morrison
407-595-8186
paul.morrison@veolia.com
Report for wire insulation test.
Location: Underground wire connecting two facilities,
Water Plant 3 as source 2 to the transfer switch coming
from Lift Station 7West.
This is a 480 volt; 3 phase feed, originating from the MCC
Panel at the lift station with a 300 Amp circuit breaker.
Each phase has parallel wires. The markings on the wire are
not visible but appear to be 3/0 THHN CU. The length of the
underground is about 750 ft. (in a direct line— See map)
The reading were done for a minimum of 1 minute each reading
at 1000 volts DC. Temperature compensation for 95° F with
61% Humidity.
Phase A: 0.6 MQ at 754 volts
Phase B: 1.3 MQ at 1044 volts
Phase C: 1.5 MQ at 1045 volts
Based on these present readings, the wire should be programmed
for replacement.
Without have any previous readings, it cannot be determined how
much the insulation has deteriorated from it's original installation
and how quickly.
The resistance to ground was measured at 0.042 ohms. This was
measuring each ground wire that was part of the underground
cabling. Both the Lift Station and the Water Plant have their
respective grounding systems. The ground wires appear to be
connected to both systems. The instrument measured "noise" on
both grounds when the 480 volt wires were energized.
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8/19/2020 Insulation Resistance(IR)Values I Electrical Motes&Articles
IR Value Measurement (Conductors to conductor (Cross Insulation))
■ The first conductor for which cross insulation is being measured shall be connected to Line
terminal of the megger.The remaining conductors looped together (with the help of crocodile
clips) i.e. Conductor 2 and onwards, are connected to Earth terminal of megger. Conductors at the
other end are left free.
■ Now rotate the handle of megger or press push button of megger. The reading of meter will show
the cross Insulation between conductor 1 and zest of the conductors. Insulation reading shall be
recorded.
■ Now connect next conductor to Line terminal of the megger& connect the remaining conductors to
earth terminal of the megger and take measurements.
IR Value Measurement (Conductor to Earth Insulation)
■ Connect conductor under test to the Line terminal of the megger.
■ Connect earth terminal of the megger to the earth.
■ Rotate the handle of megger or press push button of megger. The reacting of meter will show the
insulation resistance of the conductors. Insulation reading shall be recorded after applying the test
Voltage for about a minute till a steady reading is obtained.
IR Value Measurements:
■ If during periodical testing, insulation resistance of cable is found between 5 and 1 MO Am at
buried temperature, the subject cable should be programmed for replacement.
■ If insulation resistance of the cable is found between 1.000 and 100 KSS/km, at buried temperature,
the subject cable should be replaced urgently within a year.
■ If the insulation resistance of the cable is found less than 100 kilo ohm/km., the subject cable must
be replaced immediately on emergency basis.
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CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
FINANCE &ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
1959 WINTER SPRINGS,FLORIDA 32708
T: (407)327-1800 1 F: (407) 324-4753
www.winterspringsfl.org
April 1, 2021
Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy(FL-7)
1710 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 25015
Dear Congresswoman Murphy,
On behalf of the City of Winter Springs, I submit to you our Community Project Funding Request Form
for our Water Treatment Plants—Security project. We respectfully request your consideration of our
project. The City of Winter Springs has a population of just under 39,000 residents, located just outside
the Orlando area in Seminole County. Our next City Commission meeting will be held on April 12, 2021
where we plan to request the Commission's support of this project by way of a resolution. We will send
the resolution on to your staff as soon as we have it executed.
We look forward to hearing back from your office.
Respectfully,
/M�A�V�
Maria Sonksen
Finance Director
City of Winter Springs
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Rep. Stephanie Murphy
FY 2022 Community Project Funding Request Form
Instructions and Requirements
1. Please carefully read the information below about the specific appropriations accounts that can
be used to make Community Project Funding requests and ensure that your request fits within
one of those accounts.
2. One submission per form. No more than two submissions per requestor.
3. All requests must be for a one-time, single-year allocation of funds.
4. Please submit requests to our office no later than April 1.
5. Completed forms should be emailed to john.laufer(?mail.house. oo
natalie.mai-tinez&maiLhouse.2ov; and lauren.allenl(i�mail.house.gov.
6. All questions on the form must be completed.
7. Include a letter on your entity's official letterhead making the request.
8. Please note that all submitted forms are subject to public disclosure.
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Appropriations Accounts Eligible for Community Protect Funding
Only certain appropriations accounts, listed below, are eligible for Community Project Funding.
Please click on the hyperlinks for more information about each account.
Agriculture
• Title I, Agriculture Programs, Agricultural Research Service, Buildings and Facilities
• Title III, Rural Development Programs, Rural Development, Rural Community Facilities
Grants Account
• Title III, Rural Utilities Service, ReConnect Grants (Rural Broadbrand)
For more information on these accounts, click here:
Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS)
• Title I, Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration;
Operations, Research, and Facilities
• Title II, Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, State and Local Law Enforcement
Assistance, Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants (Byrne JAG)
• Title II,Department of Justice,Community Oriented Policing Services, COPS Technology and
Equipment
• Title III, National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Safety, Security and Mission
Services
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Defense
• Title IV, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation(Army,Navy, Air Force, Space Force,
and Defense-Wide)
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Enemy and Water
• Title I, Army Corps of Engineers, Investigations
• Title I, Army Corps of Engineers, Construction
• Title I, Army Corps of Engineers, Operation and Maintenance
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Financial Services and General Government
• Title V, Small Business Administration, "Small Business Initiatives"
For more information on these accounts, click here.
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Homeland Security
• Federal Emergency Management Agency, Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grants
• Federal Emergency Management Agency,Non-Profit Security Grants
• Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Operations Center Grants
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Interior
• Title I, Department of the Interior, Land and Water Conservation Fund, Federal Land
Acquisition (FWS or BLM)
• Title II, Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG)
• Title III, U.S. Forest Service, State and Private Forestry
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Labor/HHS/Education
• Title I, Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, Training and
Employment Services
• Title 11, Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services
Administration, Program Management
• Title II, Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration, Health Surveillance and Program Support
• Title I1I, Department of Education, Innovation and Improvement
• Title III, Department of Education, Higher Education
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Military ConstructionNA
• Military Construction, Army, Navy and Marine Corps, Air Force, Defense-Wide, Army
National Guard, Air National Guard, Army Reserve,Navy Reserve, Air Force Reserve)
For more information on these accounts, click here.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (T-HUD)
• Title I, Department of Transportation, "Local Transportation Priorities" (highway, rail, bus,
etc.)
• Title I, Department of Transportation, Airport Improvement Proms (AIP)
• Department of Housing and Urban Development, Economic Development Initiative (EDI)
(similar to CDBG)
For more information on these accounts, click here.
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Section One: Contact
Requesting Entity
Official name of requesting entity: City of Winter Springs
Type of entity (non-profit, university, government, etc.): local municipal government
Address: 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone number: 407-327-1800
Website: https://www.wintersprin sg fl.orfz
Point of Contact for Requesting Entity:
Name: Maria Sonksen
Title: Finance Director
Address: 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone number: 407-327-7590
Email address: msonksen(c�wintersprin sg fl.org
Intermediary Contact(if used)
Name: Donna Bruno
Title: Internal Auditor
Organization: City of Winter Springs
Address: 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone number: 407-327-6550
Email address: dbrunokwintersprin sg fl org
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Section Two: Official Request
Bill (e.g., Agriculture; CJS, Defense, T-HUD):
Account (must be one of the specific accounts listed above):
Suggested Title of Request: Water Treatment Plants - Security
Detailed description of funding request:
We have a plan to upgrade the security surrounding our wastewater and potable water treatment
plants. This would include fencing/razor wire at our two wastewater treatment plants, which feed
our reclaim water system, AND lighting/cameras at both wastewater plants and our three potable
water treatment plants. Our concept includes but is not limited to cameras, related monitoring
equipment, lighting, fencing, razor wire, etc.
More specifically, the project includes just over 7,000 linear feet of both fencing and razor wire.
In addition, to a quantity of 26 Meraki MV72 Outdoor cameras (512GB), related mounting
brackets, a quantity of 5 Meraki MV12N Indoor cameras (512GB), licensing for the cameras,
cabling,network equipment,and installation, as well as upgraded lighting at each of the 5 facilities.
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Dollar amount requested(smaller requests are more likely to be funded):
The estimate for our plan to secure our treatment plants (the perimeter of the hard assets)
throughout the City is approximately $1 M.
Linear R. Rate Amount
WWTP East
Fencing 3,500 $24.80 $173,600
Razor 3,500 $7.40 $511800
Gate $20,000
WWTP West
Fencing 3,684 $24.80 $182,726
Razor 3,684 $7.40 $54,523
Gate $20,000
Below includes WTP 1,2,3 #of
and WWTP East&West Plants Cost Est
Lighting per plant 5 $35,000 $350,000
#of
Include for all plants Cameras Cost Est
Meraki MV72 Outdoor 512GB 25 $2,400 $62,400
Meraki MV12N Indoor512GB 5 $1,600 $8,000
Outdoor Mounting Brackets 25 $340 $8,840
License per camera @ 5Years 31 $1,170.00 $36,270
Labarand cabling $8,000
PoE Network Switch 3 $1,800 $5,400
Total Project Estimate $981,560
20%co-funding under STAG $196,312
How this request, if funded, will help FL-7, the State of Florida more broadly, and/or the nation:
Providing safe water for our residents is a top priority for our water& sewer utility. Suring up our
facilities to protect from a variety of foes is of the utmost importance. The City's water and waste
water treatment plants are part of the significant infrastructure our City offers to our residents. It
is vital to protecting public health in our community.
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Describe the current status of this project; describe any previous requests you have made for
government(federal, state, local)funding; and confirm that, if funding is provided, the project can
be implemented swiftly and effectively:
We have not made any previous requests for funding in support of this project. If the funding
requested is provided the City will take immediate action to engage our vendors to procure the
materials and equipment described. Staff is committed to ensuring this project is installed as soon
as materials and equipment are made available.
Please outline what supporting materials you have to demonstrate community need and community
support for this project (and attach documents if you have them)
Based on Staff's observations the existing fencing is failing or does not fully encompass the
wastewater treatment plants. The cameras and lighting at the wastewater and water treatment
plants are outdated,broken, and are not effective to provide security for the property.
Staff plans to bring this project forward at an upcoming commission meeting on 4/12/2021 to
engage formal support from our elected officials. Currently, we have informal support for this
project.
Please use this space to input any additional information that is required/requested pursuant to the
account-specific Appropriations Committee instructions. Please strictly adhere to the relevant
Submission Guidance documents that are hyperlinked on Page 2 and 3 of this document:
Under the State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG)the City recognizes there is a minimum 20%
cost share requirement. The City does have the funds available in the enterprise fund to meet the
co-funding requirement of the STAG grant. Currently this project is not included in the FY2021
budget,but funds can made available by way of a budget amendment if the project is approved for
federal funding.
The Water Treatment Plants — Security project as described does fall under the Projects That
Generally ARE Eligible for STAG Grants as outlined in the Subcommittee on Interior,
Environment, and Related Agencies guidance, as an upgrade to the water treatment facility.
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