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CAG2022-026 - Original - Department of Ecology - Downey Side Channel Restoration Project - 07/01/2021
Nancy Y. for Melissa Dahl Public Works 01/19/2022 01/26/2022 01/18/2022 D20074 State Department of Ecology Grant: Non-Real Property Original Downey Side Channel Restoration project The Downey Farmstead Side Channel Restoration Project (Project) will construct a multi-stem 2,000 linear foot side channel tributary to the Green River to provide rearing and refuge habitat for threatened Chinook and other salmon species and will provide approximately 130 acre-feet of floodplain storage to reduce flood risk in the area. $3,226,880 Other 1/19/22 CAG2022-026 1/19/22 1/24/22 rcvd fully executed agreement on 03/07/2022 - M.M. 1.26.2022 DATE: January 18, 2022 TO: Kent City Council SUBJECT: Downey Farmstead Side Channel Restoration Washington Department of Ecology Shorelands Floodplains by Design Grant Agreement - Authorize MOTION: I move to authorize the Mayor to sign a Shorelands Floodplains by Design grant agreement with the Washington State Department of Ecology in the amount of $3,226,880.00 for the Downey Side Channel Restoration Project, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. SUMMARY: The Downey Farmstead Side Channel Restoration Project (Project) will construct a multi-stem, 2,000 linear foot, side channel to the Green River which will provide rearing and refuge habitat for threatened Chinook and other salmon species. The project will also provide approximately 130 acre-feet of floodplain storage to reduce flood risk. To date, roughly 152,000 cubic yards of material have been excavated for the side channel, Frager Road has been relocated, six log habitat structures have been placed, roughly 10,000 native plants have been planted, and the pedestrian/bicycle trail has been constructed. The final phase of work is anticipated to begin in early summer 2022, and will include the final connection to the Green River along with plantings and habitat features. The Floodplains by Design grant program is a state program focused on the reestablishment of floodplains within major rivers. The match for the grant is being provided by a combination of other grants and plants from BUDGET IMPACT: None SUPPORTS STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL: Innovative Government - Delivering outstanding customer service, developing leaders, and fostering innovation. Evolving Infrastructure - Connecting people and places through strategic investments in physical and technological infrastructure. Thriving City - Creating safe neighborhoods, healthy people, vibrant commercial districts, and inviting parks and recreation. Sustainable Services - Providing quality services through responsible financial management, economic growth, and partnerships. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Shorelands Floodplains by Design Agreement (PDF) 01/03/22 Public Works Committee RECOMMENDED TO COUNCIL RESULT: RECOMMENDED TO COUNCIL [UNANIMOUS] Next: 1/18/2022 7:00 PM MOVER: Brenda Fincher, Committee Chair SECONDER: Marli Larimer, Councilmember AYES: Brenda Fincher, Satwinder Kaur, Marli Larimer