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Consider approval for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to have Right of Access to city property located in SW ¼ Section 17 and NW ¼ NE ¼ Section 20, Township 2 North, Range 11 West.
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INITIATOR: Director of Public Works, Michael Watrous
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Director of Public Works, Michael Watro
BACKGROUND: On 8 August 2024, The Public Works Department received a letter requesting right of access for the USACE to obtain access to the property for the purpose of obtaining groundwater samples to determine if any potential Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) contamination may be present. Activities permitted would include site surveys, soil and groundwater sampling efforts using a drill rig, and temporary or monitoring wells being installed with periodic monitoring. This agreement would be for up to 36 months, as needed.
EXHIBIT: Introductory Letter, Right of Entry Agreement, Certificate of Authority
KEY ISSUES: N/A
FUNDING SOURCE: N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Approve and sign USACE right of entry agreement onto the city property located at SW ¼ Section 17 and NW ¼ NE ¼ Section 20, Township 2 North, Range 11 West. Sign Certificate of Authority.