Submitted by: Hal Metzler
Submitting Department: Public Works
Agenda Section: Consent
Item Title:
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Anacostia Watershed Society Stormwater Stewardship Grant Expenditure
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Mayor and Council authorize the City Administrator to enter into an agreement with the Anacostia Watershed Society (AWS) to provide educational programs and outreach for an authorized expenditure of $10,000. AWS was part of the City’s team that applied for and received the Stormwater Stewardship Grant accepted by Council in April 2023. The Treasurer is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments to facilitate this expenditure.
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Summary Background:
In the winter of 2022 City staff developed a proposal for invasive species removals in the City. This proposal included education and outreach to the residents in both English and Spanish. This grant will also fund a contract to have goats at Driskell Park to eat underbrush and invasive plants. These programs will augment the existing invasives removal work of City Staff and volunteers.
Next Steps:
Issue purchase order and continue with invasive removal program
Fiscal Impact:
$10,000
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend support.
Community Engagement:
The program is to engage residents about invasive species removals.
Strategic Goals:
Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A