R2026-58 Resolution Authorizing Lake Decatur Watershed Farmland Conservation Program Agreement for Floodplain Reconnection Wetlands with Lawrence H. Shackelford Trust

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weather conditions. LEGAL REVIEW: The form of agreement form was approved as a template by the Legal Department on September 21, 2022. PRIOR COUNCIL ACTION: Protecting the City's investment in dredging Lake Decatur has long been a City Council priority goal. The Council has consistently pursued this goal with ongoing watershed planning and monitoring, grant seeking, and local funding of watershed improvement projects. POTENTIAL OBJECTIONS: There are no known objections to this resolution. INPUT FROM OTHER SOURCES: The project was designed by Spheros Environmental. STAFF REFERENCE: Matt Newell, Public Works Director, Robert Weil,Water Production Manager, Jennifer Gunter, Watershed and Lake Manager. Matt Newell will attend the City Council meeting to answer any questions of the Council on this item. BUDGET/TIME IMPLICATIONS: Budget Impact: The net cost to the City utility will not exceed$63,900.00, which is well within the adopted budget. The not-to exceed construction cost is $131,400.00, which is based on a bid of$109,500.00 plus a 20% contingency. An approved IEPA grant from the Section 319 program will cover 60%of the costs,up to $67,500.00 These water utility expenditures have significant return on investment. Each project contributes to the larger goal of protecting Lake Decatur from siltation and deferring future dredging expenses and impacts. Also,these city-funded projects serve to attract significant grant funding from the state and federal governments. Furthermore,the program continues to build credibility and momentum within the local agricultural community for adoption of conservation efforts. Staff Impact: Staff has allocated time to manage this project. ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2026-33 Resolution Shackelford Trust Watershed Protection Agreement(3) 2. 2026-33 Project Location Map