Number
031324
Version
SUBSTITUTE 1
Reference
Sponsor
THE CHAIR
Title
Substitute resolution relative to application, acceptance, and funding of a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Urban Nonpoint Source and Storm Water Management Grant.
Analysis
This substitute resolution authorizes the Department of Public Works, Infrastructure Services Division to apply for, accept and fund a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Urban Nonpoint Source and Storm Water Management Grant in the amount of $250,000 with a City share of $150,000 and a grantor share of $100,000. The purpose of the project is to fund the installation of storm water treatment devices and structural best management practices at various locations in West Good Hope Road. Funding under this grant will enable the City to control pollutants and improve water quality.
Body
Whereas, The City of Milwaukee appears to be eligible for grant funds from the Department of Natural Resources for the installation of storm water treatment devices and structural best management practices at various locations in West Good Hope Road; and
Whereas, The operation of this Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Urban Nonpoint Source and Storm Water Management Grant from the Department of Natural Resources from January 1, 2004 would cost $250,000 of which, $150,000 would be provided by the City and $100,000 would be provided by the grantor; and
Whereas, The local out-of-pocket City share required to receive the grant is $150,000; and
Whereas, The purpose of this project is to improve the quality of storm water runoff in the Lincoln Creek, which will improve water quality; and
Whereas, Under the terms of Section 144.25 of the Wisconsin Statues and Chapter NR 120.08 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, the City of Milwaukee is eligible for additional grant funds from the Department of Natural Resources for Nonpoint Source Water Pollution Abatement Nonpoint Source Grant; and
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