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Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the award of a professional services agreement with CP&Y to design the Septic Tank Elimination Program, Phase XI Project.
SUMMARY
DATE: January 22, 2019
TO: Ronald L. Olson, City Manager
VIA: David A. Olson, Executive Director of Public Works
FROM: Steve Kana, Director of Water & Sewer Utilities
SUBJECT: Authorize the Award of a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with CP&Y to Design the Septic Tank Elimination Program (STEP), Phase XI Project
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
In 2002, the City implemented the STEP to connect properties served by on-site sewage facilities (septic systems) to the City sanitary sewer collection system. The STEP has completed construction of STEP Phases I through Phase X. STEP Phase XI will provide 95 service taps with 74 of those being connected to the homes in the Morning Sun Mobile Home Park, located along Stagecoach Road, and 21 connected to the homes on Tiffany Circle, located adjacent to Mohawk Drive and South Clear Creek Road.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
1. The City could discontinue STEP; however, this would stop a very successful program that has greatly enhanced the quality of life for citizens as well as increasing water quality in areas impacted by septic systems;
2. Another site for STEP XI could be chosen, but the sites chosen have the densest layout of septic systems;
3. Another engineering design firm could be chosen for this professional services agreement; or
4. Negotiate a PSA with CP&Y for the design and construction administration of the STEP, Phase XI Project.
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
Alternative 4 is recommended because:
1. CP&Y has extensive experience with the design of sanitary sewer systems.
2. CP&Y successfully completed the design of STEP Phase X and has independently conducted preliminary research into each of the proposed sites.
3. Continuing the STEP program will greatly enhance the quality of life for citizens as well as incr...
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