Title
A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between Pueblo County, Colorado and the City of Colorado Springs, Colorado pertaining to expenditure of funds for stormwater capital improvement programs, and authorizing execution of such intergovernmental agreement
Presenter:
Mayor John Suthers
Body
Summary:
Approval of the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between Pueblo County, the City of Colorado Springs and Colorado Springs Utilities (Utilities) pertaining to stormwater management.
Previous Council Action:
City Council heard a briefing on the proposed IGA at its work session meeting on April 11, 2016.
Background:
Approval of the IGA resolves a dispute between the City and Pueblo County regarding the funding of the City’s stormwater control program. The IGA calls for the City and Utilities to make significant investments in stormwater infrastructure over the next 20 years.
This item supports the City’s strategic goals relating to investing in infrastructure, building community and collaborative relationships, and excelling at City services.
Financial Implications:
Under the IGA, the City and Utilities will expend a minimum of $460 million over the next 20 years on a stormwater control program, including capital improvement projects, operation and maintenance of the City’s stormwater facilities, compliance with the City’s Clean Water Act MS4 Permit, and protection of Utilities’ infrastructure from stormwater.
Board/Commission Recommendation:
N/A
Stakeholder Process:
The Pueblo County Commissioners plan to hold a public hearing and receive public comment on the IGA at its meeting on April 25, 2016.
Alternatives:
N/A
Recommended Action
Proposed Motion:
Approve the resolution as presented
Summary of Ordinance Language
N/A