Title
Resolution - A Resolution Authorizing the Director of Public Works to Submit a Grant Application to the North Central Texas Council of Government (NCTCOG) for Grant Funds to Construct an Enclosure for the Purpose of a Recycling Dropoff Center to be Located on the Property of the Service Center Facility; and Authorizing the Director of Public Works to Execute an Interlocal Agreement With the NCTCOG if the Application is Approved. $30,000 for Drainage Utility Fund, No Matching Funds Required
Requested Action
The approval of a resolution to apply for grant funds to construct an enclosure to be used as a recycling dropoff center.
Recommendation
The Environmental Staff recommends the approval of the resolution to apply for grant funds to be used for constructing a dumpster enclosure for the purpose of a recycling dropoff center in the amount of $30,000. This will cover the cost of constructing a concrete pad, 3 masonry walls, and installing gates for each dumpster.
Description/History
The City of Mansfield began residential recycling prior to 2003 when Republic Services assumed the City's franchise contract. For the more than 10 year period the City has provided this service to single-family homes, not option has been available for multi-family residents in Mansfield.
The City commissioned a Comprehensive Recycling Study, paid for through grant funds from the NCTCOG, that was completed in 2007. The study included a recommendation for a dropoff center as one option to provide multi-family recycling. With the construction of the new Service Center Facility, there will now be an opportunity to construct such a facility. The dropoff location would be located behind a locked gate and only accessible during hours when there are city staff present at the Service Center property. Additionally, the property will be monitored with video to reduce the chance of illegal dumping.
The $30,000 requested would be used to construct a bank of 4-5 dumpster enclosures in accordance with the requirements of the subdivision ordinance. This would include a concrete pad, 3 masonry walls, and gates. It is anticipated this facility should be adequate for the current and future multi-family population of Mansfield.
Justification
The final grant amount may be less once other quotes have been received for bidding purposes. This grant program is funded by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality from a $1 fee for every ton of material that is placed in a Texas Landfill and passed through the different regions of Texas by the council of governments. The grant is 100% reimbursable, there is no required match.
A Resolution is attached for Council's consideration.
Funding Source
The funding source will be the Drainage Utility Funds.
Prepared By
Howard Redfearn, Environmental Manager
Steve Freeman, Public Works Director will be in attendance
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