DEPARTMENT MAKING REQUEST
Utilities
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Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Grant Agreement (H1240) 4734-044-R for East Port Shelter Lift Station Generator
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REQUESTED MOTION/ACTION
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Recommended Action:
a) Approve Grant Agreement (H1240) 4734-044-R between FDEM and Charlotte County in the amount of $138,395.15 for the East Port Shelter Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Lift Station Generator project; and
b) Approve Resolution for budget adjustment BA26-193 effective October1, 2025 in the amount of $181,510; and
c) Approve a new Capital Improvement Project “Lift Station Permanent Generators (HMGP - 4734)” with a FY26 budget of $181,510 effective October 1, 2025; and
d) Authorize the Chairman to sign the Resolution, grant agreement; and grant related documents.
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Budgeted Action:
Approve budget adjustment BA26-193 effective October 1, 2025, in the amount of $181,510 adding a new Capital Improvement Project “Lift Station Permanent Generators (HMGP - 4734)”. Funding for this expenditure will come from Operations & Maintenance Fund reserves and reimbursed in the amount of $138,395.15 from FDEM. The local share of $43,113.75 will come from Operations & Maintenance Fund.
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BACKGROUND (Why is this Action Necessary, and What Action will be accomplished)
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Background:
The East Port Shelter Lift Station Generator project is needed to ensure the Utility’s wastewater system continues working during power outages, storms, or other emergencies.
Lift stations are essential parts of the wastewater system. They pump wastewater from lower areas to higher areas so it can move through the system properly. If a lift station stops working, it can quickly cause backups, sewer overflows, and environmental damage.
By installing a dedicated generator at the East Port Shelter Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Lift Station, the County will:
• Keep the lift station running even if the power goes out.
• Reduce the risk of system failures and sanitary sewer overflows.
• Protect public health and the environment.
• Increase the resilience of critical infrastructure during hurricanes and other natural disasters.
The FDEM Hazard Mitigation Grant will assist in funding the construction, permitting, and completion of this project.
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