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Discussion and action on Catoosa Water Tank (Hwy 127N)
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SUMMARY: The City Council approved application to Rural Development for funding of a water tank for the Catoosa Utility Department. The 500,000 gallon tank was to be located on Hwy 127N and estimated to cost $1,050,500. The original site selected did not work out and a new site location must be determined in order to proceed. The process has also been delayed by the road widening plans by TDOT. The funding for this project is over two years old and progress on the project was supposed to have occurred within 12 months of obligation. Rural Development is requesting a decision and timeline on proceeding with the project. If there are not any definitive plans, the funds can be de-obligated. If the funds are de-obligated, and the City decides in the future to construct the tank, Rural Development can assist with another funding request to meet the needs of the new project scope of work.
The engineering firm has advised it could be designed within six weeks once property is acquired. Property has been identified and Catoosa Utility Department Supervisor Jeff Johnson will report on the status of the property acquisition.
BUDGET ACCOUNT:
Recommended Action
NECESSARY COUNCIL ACTION: Proceed with project and proposed timeline or approval to de-obligate the funds