HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 07 - Advertisement of Disinfection Byproduct Reduction & WTP Pipe Gallery Impv. Project
Department Name: Utilities
Cost Center: 6001
For Agenda of: October 22, 2019
Placement: Consent
Estimated Time: N/A
FROM: Aaron Floyd, Utilities Director
Prepared By: Mychal Boerman, Deputy Director Utilities/Water
Jennifer Metz, Utilities Project Manager
SUBJECT: AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT OF DISINFECTION BYPRODUCT
REDUCTION AND WATER TREATMENT PLANT PIPE GALLERY
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, SPECIFICATION NO. 1000044
RECOMMENDATION
1. Approve the plans and specifications for the Disinfection Byproduct Reduction and Water
Treatment Plant Pipe Gallery Improvements Project, Specification No. 1000044; and
2. Authorize staff to advertise the Project for bids; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to award the construction contract for the Project if the lowest
responsible bid is within available project funding; and
4. Adopt a Resolution authorizing a budget transfer of $1,042,174, from Water Fund,
Unreserved Working Capital account to the Project account.
DISCUSSION
Disinfection Byproduct Reduction
The City’s Water Treatment Plant (WTP) meets the community’s daily water demands using a
combination of surface water sources that include Whale Rock, Salinas (Santa Margarita Lake),
and Nacimiento Reservoirs. Following the initial treatment processes, chlorine is added to the
water before distribution to the community to prevent any harmful microbial regrowth from
occurring. Water systems that use chlorine for this type of disinfection are required by federal
and state law to sample for disinfection byproducts on a regular basis at spe cific locations. Total
Trihalomethanes (TTHMs) are a group of substances known as disinfection byproducts which
form when chlorine reacts with naturally occurring organic material in water. The highest levels
of TTHMs typically occur where water age is the greatest, such as in water tanks with poor
mixing. United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulatory requirements for
maximum TTHM contaminant levels became more stringent in 2013 due to elevated concerns
that there may be associated health risks with prolonged ingestion.
Following the more stringent EPA regulations, the City’s water sample results for the 2nd
quarter of 2015 showed TTHMs at levels of 82.1 parts per billion (ppb) which was above the
maximum contaminant level (MCL) of 80 ppb. When routine monitoring indicated that TTHM
levels were above regulatory standards, the City issued a notice to customers to keep them
informed about water quality. Since that time, WTP staff has been blending water from the
various surface water reservoirs to reduce naturally occurring organics and to optimize treatment
performance along with making operational adjustments to reduce water age within the City’s
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water distribution system to minimize TTHM formation. WTP staff also pilot tested different
chemicals aimed at reducing TTHM levels without success. The City’s Water Distribution staff
also implemented a flushing program to help move the aging water throughout the system. Over
the last few years, the City’s third quarter (late summer) TTHM readings are nearing the MCL
exceedance levels. This upward trend in TTHMs is exacerbated by the warmer water
temperatures in the source water supplies during summer, water conservation which results in
longer contact time with chlorine, and the City’s water resiliency supply strategy that requires
using minimal water from Whale Rock Reservoir, even though it is the lowest in organic
material. In order to permanently address the issue of high TTHMs, mixing, aeration, and
ventilation equipment is needed at two of the City’s water storage tanks.
Water Treatment Plant Pipe Gallery
The City’s existing WTP was constructed at its current Stenner Canyon location in 1963, with
major facility upgrades in 1994 and 2009. Upon inspection in early 2019, staff identified portions
of the WTP pipe gallery (installed as part of the 1994 upgrade) that exhibited severe corrosion.
Specifically, a section of the 30‐inch filter effluent line that delivers treated water to the clearwell
tanks where it is stored prior to entering the water distribution system. At this location, chemical
treatment is required for fluoride and chlorine addition and pH adjustment. It is assumed that this
chemical addition, combined with the presence of standing groundwater, contributed to the
severe corrosion of the pipe. Due to the high consequence of failure of the pipeline, staff is
recommending the urgent replacement of the corroded piping.
Project
To enable the City to maintain regulatory compliance related to disinfection byproduct levels and
address the corrosion issues at the pipe gallery, staff is recommending the City Council approve
the Disinfection Byproduct Reduction (DBR) and WTP Pipe Gallery Improvements Project
(Project) and authorize advertisement of the project.
The Project includes two components: WTP pipe gallery improvements and disinfection
byproduct reduction equipment installation at the WTP (Clearwell 2) and at Edna Saddle Tank.
The City completed plans (Attachment A) and specifications (Attachment B) for the Project and
recommends the City Council authorize advertisement of the project for construction. Combining
the two components allows the City to achieve construction efficiencies to expedite project
completion and minimizes the duration of construction impacts on WTP operations.
The Project includes modifications at two
potable water storage tanks (Clearwell #2 at the
WTP and Edna Saddle Tank) for the installation
of specialty equipment (mixers, aerators, and
ventilators) to effectively reduce disinfection
byproducts to meet regulatory requirements. As
part of the approval on March 19, 2019, Council
authorized the inclusion of the sole-sourced
equipment in the Project’s bid documents (PAX
Trihalomethane Reduction System by PSI Water
Technologies).
Stenner Canyon Water Treatment Plant, Clearwell #2.
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The Project also includes replacement of corroded pipe within the pipe gallery at the WTP,
installation of a new effluent line and additional valving to provide a means for improved
maintenance flexibility within the pipe gallery, and the abandonment of a portion of the existing
buried 30-inch pipeline. This construction will be complex as the existing WTP must continue to
operate and serve the community’s water needs, allowing only short duration shutdowns to not
interrupt water service. The project requires significant excavation work to enable the new
pipeline installation, and space is limited.
The Project contingency for construction, construction management, and inspection services is
budgeted at 25 percent due to the complexity of the proposed pipe gallery improvements and
consequence of failure. Construction management and inspection services will be provided by
consultants from the City’s on-call service contracts, Capital Plan Construction Management
Services, Specification No. 50410.2018CM and Water and Wastewater Engineering Services,
Specification No. 91537.
Policy Context
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the State Water Resources Control Board
prescribe regulations that limit certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems,
including disinfection byproducts, specifically total trihalomethanes, or TTHMs.
Consistent with the General Plan, Water and Wastewater Management Element, Policy A2.2.1,
the City utilizes multiple water resources to meet its water supply needs. Operationally, this
means the City uses a blend of water sources to meet the community’s water needs – from
Salinas, Whale Rock, and Nacimiento Reservoirs.
Previous Council Action
On March 19, 2019, the City Council approved the budget for the Water Treatment Plant and
Water Distribution System DBR project (Attachment C). The City Manager approved an
amendment to the design scope of the Project on July 8, 2019 to include improvements to the
WTP pipe gallery in response to severe pipe corrosion and the high consequence of failure that
could occur from a leak in this pipeline (Attachment D).
The City’s 2015 Potable Water Distribution System Operations Master Plan was approved by
the City Council in 2016. The Master Plan discussed the challenges in meeting Stage 2
disinfection byproducts water quality regulations associated with tank turnover and water age
that this Project will address. The Master Plan is available on the Utilities Department’s website
at https://www.slocity.org/home/showdocument?id=6439.
Public Engagement
The City posts its Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report (Water Quality Report) annually
on the City’s webpage and mails a printed copy to all customers. Public water systems are
required by state and federal law to notify users of any exceedance of any water quality standard
and any other noncompliance events affecting their water system. In 2015, when a violation
occurred, the City sent out a Public Notice of Violation. The City has not had a violation since
the occurrence in 2015.
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CONCURRENCES
Utilities and Public Works Department staff (City Engineer and Construction Manager) met to
review delivery options for the Project. Public Works staff concurs with this request.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per categorical
exemption 15301(b), Existing Facilities. The Community Development Department issued a
Notice of Exemption on September 9, 2019 (Attachment E).
FISCAL IMPACT
Budgeted: No Budget Year: 2019-20
Funding Identified: Yes
The DBR improvements were described in the 2019-21 Financial Plan, Capital Improvement
Program, on page 397, with a total project budget of $1,850,000. The severity of the corrosion at
the WTP pipe gallery was unknown at the time projects were prioritized for the Capital
Improvement Program. Of the available budget for the Project, $217,924 was expended for
design services, and $1,632,076 is remaining for construction, contingencies, and construction
management/inspection services. Contingencies are included at 25 percent of the construction
and construction management/inspection budget to address potential changes in scope that may
arise during construction. This is a higher rate of contingency to typical pipeline replacement
capital projects due to the complexity of the pipe gallery construction within the WTP.
The construction cost estimate for the project is $1,842,000, including the shop drawing cost
from PSI Water Technologies. Other project costs are outlined in the table below for a total
project cost of $2,674,250. As described in the Resolution (Attachment F), a budget transfer of
$1,042,174 is proposed from Water Fund, Unreserved Working Capital which is approximately
$20 million (unaudited financials). Since sufficient unreserved working capital is available to
support this project, staff does not recommend modifications to the approved 2019-21 capital
project program.
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Disinfection Byproduct Reduction and Water Treatment Plant
Pipe Gallery Improvements Project (Specification #1000044)
Estimated Costs
Construction Cost Estimate $1,817,000
Construction Management (CM)/Inspection $250,000
Specialized Coatings Inspection $20,000
Engineering Construction Phase Support $40,000
Shop Drawings $25,000
Materials Testing and Printing $5,500
Construction and CM/Inspection Contingency (25%) $516,750
Total Project Cost1 $2,674,250
Project Funding
Total Funding Available $1,632,076
Funding from Water Fund, Unreserved Working Capital $1,042,174
Available Project Funding $2,674,250
Fiscal Analysis:
Funding Sources Current FY Cost Annualized
On-going Cost Total Project Cost
General Fund
State
Federal
Fees
Other: Water Fund $2,674,250 $130,000 $2,804,250
Total $2,804,250
Ongoing annual costs are estimated at $130,000 for the operation of the DBR equipment.
Funding for the Project’s on-going operational costs was approved as part of the 2019-2021
Financial Plan in the WTP operating budget.
ALTERNATIVES
Deny or defer approval to advertise. The City Council may choose to deny or defer the approval
to advertise this project. Staff does not recommend this alternative as the City is required to remain
in regulatory compliance of the Disinfection Byproduct Rule. Should this be denied or deferred,
the existing WTP pipe gallery pipeline will also continue to deteriorate, increasing the likelihood of
failure.
1 Excludes operating costs.
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Attachments:
a - READING FILE - TTHM Pipe Gallery Plans
b - READING FILE - Project Specifications
c - March 19, 2019 Council Agenda Report
d - Amendment to Design Scope for MKN Design Services Contract
e - Signed Notice of Exemption
f - Draft Resolution
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Department Name: Utilities
Cost Center: 6001
For Agenda of: March 19, 2019
Placement: Consent
Estimated Time: N/A
FROM: Aaron Floyd, Interim Utilities Director
Prepared By: Jennifer Metz, Utilities Projects Manager
Jason Meeks, Water Treatment Plant Supervisor
SUBJECT: WATER TREATMENT PLANT AND WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
DISINFECTION BYPRODUCT REDUCTION PROJECT AND SOLE
SOURCE EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION
RECOMMENDATION
1. Authorize an engineering design services budget of up to $200,000 for the Water Tre atment
Plant and Water Distribution System Disinfection Byproduct Reduction Project; and
2. Authorize the inclusion of the sole-sourced equipment in construction/bid documents for the
Water Treatment Plant and Water Distribution System Disinfection Byproduct Reduction
Project; and
3. Authorize a budget of $1,650,000 for equipment, construction, and construction management
services for the Water Treatment Plant and Water Distribution System Disinfection
Byproduct Reduction Project.
DISCUSSION
Overview of How the City Provides Water to the Community
The City’s Water Treatment Plant (WTP) meets the community’s
daily water demands using a combination of surface water sources
that include Whale Rock, Salinas (Santa Margarita Lake), and
Nacimiento Reservoirs. Following the initial treatment processes,
chlorine is added to the water before distribution to the community
to prevent any harmful microbial regrowth from occurring. Water
systems that use chlorine for this type of disinfection are required by
federal and state law to sample for disinfection byproducts on a
regular basis at specific locations. Total Trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
are a group of substances known as disinfection byproducts which
form when chlorine reacts with naturally occurring organic material
in surface waters. The highest levels of TTHMs typically occur
where water age is the greatest, such as in water tanks with poor
mixing. United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA)
regulatory requirements for maximum TTHM contaminant levels
became more stringent in 2013 due to elevated concerns that there
may be associated health risks with prolonged ingestion.
The United States
Environmental Protection
Agency has estimated that
public water systems will
need to spend over
$4 billion (in 2011 dollars)
to upgrade their water
treatment infrastructures
and achieve compliance
with the Stage 2
Disinfection Byproducts
Rule.
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How the City Addresses TTHM Levels
The City’s water sample results for the 2nd quarter of 2015 showed TTHMs at levels of 82.1 parts
per billion (ppb) which was above the standard or maximum contaminant level (MCL) of 80 ppb.
When routine monitoring indicated that TTHM levels were above regulatory standards, the City
issued a notice to customers to keep them informed about water quality. Since that time, WTP
staff has been blending water from the various surface water reservoirs to optimize treatment
performance along with making operational adjustments to reduce water age within the City’s
Water Distribution System to minimize TTHM formation. WTP staff also pilot tested different
chemicals aimed at reducing TTHM levels without success. The City’s Water Distribution staff
implemented a flushing program to help move the aging water throughout the system. Over the
last few years, the City’s third quarter (late summer) TTHM readings are nearing the MCL
exceedance levels. This upward trend in TTHMs is exacerbated by the warmer water
temperatures in the source water supplies during summer, water conservation, and the City’s
water resiliency supply strategy that requires using minimal water from Whale Rock Reservoir,
even though it is the lowest in organic material.
Design and Construction Project to Continue to Meet TTHM Regulatory Compliance
To enable the City to reliably remain in regulatory complia nce, staff is recommending the City
Council authorize a design services and construction budget for the Water Treatment Plant and
Water Distribution System Disinfection Byproduct Reduction Project (Project). Staff has
identified two locations (Clearwell #2 at the WTP and Edna Saddle Tank on the southern side of
the City) for TTHM reduction and has identified the available technology to effectively reduce
TTHMs to meet regulatory requirements. The technology and equipment, PAX Trihalomethane
Reduction System by PSI Water Technologies, Inc., includes three components that together will
achieve a TTHM removal rate that would allow the City to remain in regulatory compliance. The
system is a custom-designed, energy-optimized combination of mixers, aerators, and ventilators
to reduce TTHMs. Staff has also identified a strategy of modifications and maintenance items at
Edna Saddle Tank and Pump Station to achieve greater mixing while moving water in and out of
the tank, improve overall water quality, provide greater monitoring control, and provide system
redundancy which would be confirmed through project design and funded through project
construction.
Because design of the project is dependent on the type of technology used to treat TTHMs, WTP
staff propose use the City’s sole source purchasing authority, per Municipal Code 3.24.060.D, to
specify the purchase the PAX Trihalomethane Reduction System. The detailed sole-source
justification for this equipment was submitted to the City’s Purchasing Analyst for critical
review (Attachment A), who determined the sole source request conforms with City policies.
Sole source authorization is necessary so the specific equipment may be incorporated in the
Project’s design and ultimately into the construction/bid documents. If an unanticipated design
change should occur between now and completion of the documents that would allow for
competitive bidding on any applicable equipment, that equipment will be removed from the sole
source list and competitively bid.
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With Council’s budget authorization, staff will contract with an on-call Water and Wastewater
design engineer for the design of the Project. It is anticipated that construction will proceed
during the 2019-20 fiscal year.
Previous Council or Advisory Body Actions
The City’s 2015 Potable Water Distribution System Operations Master Plan was approved by
the City Council in 2016. The Master Plan discussed the challenges in meeting Stage 2
disinfection byproducts water quality regulations associated with tank turnover and water age
that this Project will address. The Master Plan is available on the City’s website at:
https://www.slocity.org/home/showdocument?id=6439
Policy Context
To ensure that water is safe to drink, the U.S. EPA and the State Water Resources Control Board
prescribe regulations that limit certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems,
including TTHMs.
Consistent with General Plan, Water and Wastewater Management Element, Policy A2.2.1, the
City utilizes multiple water resources to meet its water supply needs. Operationally, this means
the City uses a blend of water sources to meet the community’s water needs – from Salinas,
Whale Rock, and Nacimiento Reservoirs.
Public Outreach
The City posts its Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report annually on the City’s webpage.
Public water systems are required by state and federal law to notify users of any exceedance of
any water quality standard and any other noncompliance events affecting their water system. In
2015, when a violation occurred, the City sent out a Public Notice of Violation. The City has not
had a violation since the occurrence in 2015.
CONCURRENCES
The Public Works Department concurs with this recommendation.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The recommended action to authorize the budget for the Project is not a "project" under the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because the action does not involve any
commitment to a specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on
the environment, as contemplated by Title 14, California Code of Regulations, Section 15378.
Once project design is underway the City will evaluate the project for potentially significant
environmental impacts per CEQA.
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FISCAL IMPACT
Budgeted: No Budget Year: N/A
Funding Identified: Yes
Fiscal Analysis:
Funding Sources Current FY Cost Annualized
On-going Cost Total Project Cost
General Fund
State
Federal
Fees
Other: Water Fund $200,000 (project
design services only) $120,000 $1,850,000
Total $1,850,000
Funding for the Project was not identified in the 2017-19 Financial Plan. However, due to water
quality sample results indicating elevated TTHM levels at Clearwell #2 and Edna Saddle, staff is
requesting City Council authorization to establish a budget of $200,000 for project design
services. Adequate funding is available in the Water Fund Completed Projects Account which
has a current balance of $253,000. Staff is also requesting funding for equipment, construction,
and construction management totaling $1,650,000 services in FY 2019-20 so the project will be
able to move to construction in the next fiscal year for a total project cost of $1,850,000.
Approximately $1.325 million is available within the Water Fund for this project. Two WTP
maintenance projects totaling $325,000 are proposed to be delayed and incorporated in the 2019-
21 Financial Plan appropriation in order to accommodate the Project’s construction.
Following Project construction, staff is estimating an on-going operational cost of $100,000
annually for electrical consumption and $20,000 annually for to service of the new equipment.
These operational costs would appear in the Water Fund’s annual budget request.
ALTERNATIVES
1. No Project. The City Council may elect to not authorize the engineering design services and
construction of budget for the project. Staff does not recommend this alternative as the City
is required to remain in regulatory compliance of the Disinfection By product Rule and staff
anticipates being unable to do so in the future without these improvements .
2. No Sole Source. The City Council may elect not to authorize the technology and equipment
be placed in the construction/bid documents. Staff does not recommend this alternative for
the reasons outlined on the sole source justification form.
Attachments:
a -Sole Source Justification PSi Water Tech
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City of San Luis Obispo, City Manager Report
Final City Manager Approval Approver Name Date Approved
Assistant City Manager Shelly 7/8/19
Reviewer Routing List Reviewer Name Date Reviewed
City Attorney CB 6/26/19
City Engineer MH 6/26/19
Finance BE 7/2/19
June 19, 2019
FROM: Aaron Floyd, Utilities Director AF 6/20/19
PREPARED BY: Jennifer Metz, Utilities Projects Manager
SUBJECT: Disinfection Byproduct Reduction Project - Design Services Contract
Amendment
RECOMMENDATION
Approve a contract amendment with Michael K. Nunley and Associates (MKN) totaling $52,902 for
the Disinfection Byproduct Reduction (DBR) project to include design services for Pipe Gallery
Improvements.
DISCUSSION
The City’s existing Water Treatment Plant (WTP) was constructed in 1963. Portions of the WTP
have remained in uninterrupted service since that time. Upon recent inspection, staff identified
portions of the WTP pipe gallery that exhibit severe corrosion. Of primary concern is a portion of
the 30‐inch filter effluent line where the pipe transitions below grade at the south side of the WTP
pipe gallery. At this location, chemical treatment is required for fluoride addition and pH
adjustment. It is assumed that the chemical addition, combined with the presence of standing
groundwater, contributed to the severe corrosion on the external surfaces of the pipe. Due to the
high consequence of failure of the pipeline, staff is recommending the repair or replacement of the
corroded piping be prioritized.
In March 2019, the City Council approved the budget for the DBR project, with $200,000 for the
design phase during FY 2018-19 and $1,500,000 for the construction phase during 2019-20. In
May, the City entered into a contract with MKN for the design of the Project for $165,022. It is
anticipated that construction of the DBR project will proceed during the 2019-20 fiscal year.
Sole Source Justification
Staff is recommending an amendment to the existing contract with MKN to include the design
services for the Pipe Gallery Improvements for an additional cost of $52,902 as the most cost
effective and time efficient approach due to the relationship between the two projects.
.
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Disinfection Byproduct Reduction Project –
Design Services Scope Amendment Page 2
The preliminary estimate of construction cost for the Pipe Gallery Improvements is $750,000,
assuming replacement is required. More cost information will become available through the design
phase. A source for construction funding will be identified for City Council consideration prior to
the project’s advertisement for construction. The DBR project work is proximate to the needed
improvements to the pipe gallery within the WTP. Staff anticipates design, construction, and
construction management efficiencies by completing this work as one project.
If approved, City staff would work with MKN during the design phase to develop a construction
sequencing plan to minimize disruption to the WTP while the pipe gallery improvements are made.
CONCURRENCES
The Public Works Department concurs with the recommendation in this report.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The recommended action to authorize the budget for the Project is not a "project" under the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because the action does not involve any
commitment to a specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on
the environment, as contemplated by Title 14, California Code of Regulations, Section 15378.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is $34,978 from the DBR project design budget remaining. Staff is proposing the use of this
funding and $17,924 from the construction phase (available July 1, 2019) be used to support this
request. MKN’s proposal is included in Attachment A.
Fiscal Impact Summary
Item FY 2018-19 FY 2019-20
Disinfection Byproduct Project Reduction Budget
(#1000044) $ 200,000 $ 1,500,000
PO #602284 with MKN $ 165,022 -$
Proposed Contract Amendment 34,978$ 17,924$
Remaining Project Budget -$ 1,482,076$
ALTERNATIVE
The City Manager may elect to not authorize the engineering design services and construction of
budget for the project. Staff does not recommend this alternative due to the severe corrosion
identified and the high consequence of failure.
ATTACHMENT
A – Proposal from Michael K. Nunley & Associates, Inc.
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Disinfection Byproduct Reduction Project –
Design Services Scope Amendment Page 3
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R ______
RESOLUTION NO. _____ (2019 SERIES)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING USE OF WATER FUND
UNRESERVED WORKING CAPITAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
DISINFECTION BYPRODUCT REDUCTION AND WATER
TREATMENT PLANT PIPE GALLERY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT,
SPECIFICATION NO. 1000044
WHEREAS, to ensure that water is safe to drink, the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency and the State Water Resources Control Board prescribe regulations that limit certain
contaminants in water provided by public water systems, including total trihalomethanes, or
TTHMs; and
WHEREAS, the City’s 2015 Potable Water Distribution System Operations Master Plan
was approved by the City Council in 2016. The Master Plan discussed the challenges in meeting
Stage 2 disinfection byproducts water quality regulations associated with tank turnover and water
age; and
WHEREAS, on March 19, 2019, the City Council approved a budget of $1,850,000 for
the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and Water Distribution System Disinfection Byproduct
Reduction Project (Project); and
WHEREAS, in June 2019, the City Council approved 2019-21 Financial Plan, Capital
Improvement Program, identified a total Project budget of $1,850,000; and
WHEREAS, on July 8, 2019, the City Manager approved an amendment to the design
scope of the Project to include improvements to the WTP pipe gallery in response to severe pipe
corrosion and the high consequence of failure; and
WHEREAS, the total available budget for the Project is $1,632,076 and the total Project
cost is estimated at $2,674,250 requiring an additional $1,042,174 to fund Project construction;
and
WHEREAS, a balance of approximately $20 million (unaudited financials) is available
from Water Fund, Unreserved Working Capital to fund the Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo
as follows:
SECTION 1. The budget of $1,042,174 will be moved to the Disinfection Byproduct
Reduction and Water Treatment Plant Pipe Gallery Improvements Project, Specification No.
1000044, as it is a high priority City project.
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Resolution No. _____ (2019 Series) Page 2
R ______
SECTION 2. Environmental Review. Construction of this project is exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per categorical exemption 15301(b), Existing
Facilities. The Community Development Department issued a Notice of Exemption on September
9, 2019
Upon motion of _______________________, seconded by _______________________,
and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was adopted this _____ day of _____________________, 2019.
____________________________________
Mayor Heidi Harmon
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________________________
J. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City
of San Luis Obispo, California, this _________ day of _____________________, ___________.
____________________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
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