HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023 04 24 Regular 500 - NRCS Hurricane Ian FundingREGULAR AGENDA ITEM 500
CITY COMMISSION AGENDA | APRIL 24, 2023 REGULAR MEETING
TITLE
NRCS Hurricane Ian Funding
SUMMARY
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, the City of Winter Springs with the aid of its' design
consultant applied for and received a commitment of funding from the Natural
Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) for debris and sediment removal as well as
the installation of sheet pile walls in areas where bank erosion occurred along Howell
Creek. The funding amounted to 75% of the total cost entailed in the design and
construction of the proposed improvements. The City has committed to provide the
25% matching funds for the debris and sediment removal ($122,035); however, the
25% matching funds is typically provided by the individual property owner or HOA that
would receive direct benefit from the sheet pile wall installation, ($987,291) particularly
since the sheet pile walls would be installed on privately held land. This matter will be
further discussed and perhaps decided on at this Commission Meeting.
RECOMMENDATION
The City Attorney will advise the City Commissioners of the City's ability to participate
in the 25% matching funds for the design, permitting and construction of the sheet
pile walls as a method of stream bank stabilization.
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