Submitted by: Hal Metzler
Submitting Department: Public Works
Agenda Section: Consent
Item Title:
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Emerson Food Forest Water Station
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Mayor and Council authorize the City Administrator to enter into agreements with Mid-Atlantic Utilities for an amount not to exceed $35,000 and Charm County Home Improvement for an amount not to exceed $15,000 for a WSSC water connection and installation of a hand washing station at Emerson Food Forest, pending review of the City Attorney.
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Summary Background:
For the past several years City staff have been cultivating the Emerson Food Forest to provide a public source of fruits and edible plants to City residents as part of a welcoming park setting. In response to the Covid-19 pandemic City staff determined that a water station where park visitors can wash their hands as well as any food that may be picked was in the best way to keep this valuable asset available to residents while providing appropriate sanitation opportunities to help prevent the spread of viruses and bacteria.
Next Steps:
N/A
Fiscal Impact:
NTE $50,000
City Administrator Comments:
TBD
Community Engagement:
N/A
Strategic Goals:
Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community
Legal Review Required?
Pending