Title
Approval of a Resolution Authorizing an Interlocal Agreement between the Cities of Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and the LOTT Clean Water Alliance for Sanitary Sewer Emergency Response Mutual Aid
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the Cities of Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and the LOTT Clean Water Alliance for Sanitary Sewer Emergency Response Mutual Aid.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve a resolution authorizing an Interlocal Agreement between the Cities of Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and the LOTT Clean Water Alliance for Sanitary Sewer Emergency Response Mutual Aid.
Staff Contact:
Eric Christensen, Water Resources Director, Public Works Water Resources, 360.570.3741
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
In the event of a sanitary sewer overflow emergency, mutual assistance and cooperation among the LOTT Clean Water Alliance (LOTT) and LOTT’s four partner jurisdictions will provide a higher level of service to all the customers in each respective service area. The Agreement enables jurisdictions and LOTT to share resources, gives guidance on tracking and reimbursing costs, and enhances communications during and after these events.
Examples of typical equipment that could be shared under this agreement include:
• Pumping and bypass equipment, including generators
• Vactor truck
• Excavator, front-end loader, and/or dump truck
• Trench shoring
If approved, the Agreement will be in effect for five years, unless terminated earlier as described in the Agreement.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
No known concerns. LOTT and the Cities of Lacey and Tumwater support this agreement in order to provide regional support during emergencies.
Options:
1. Approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an Interlocal Agreement between the Cities of Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and the LOTT Clean Water Alliance for Sanitary Sewer Emergency Response Mutual Aid. This provides ability to predictably respond to emergencies.
2. Do not approve an Interlocal Agreement between LOTT Partner Jurisdictions for Emergency Response Mutual Aid. Instead, decide during an emergency event how and where to obtain additional resources if needed.
Financial Impact:
Unknown, but costs for all labor, equipment and other direct costs associated with such assistance are reimbursable.
Attachments:
Resolution
Agreement