Meeting Summary
The City Council held a special session to discuss the comprehensive draft stormwater policy manual. The manual consolidates various stormwater policies, including an appeals process, credit applications, dam safety, and the Neighborhood Assistance Program. Council decided to move the manual forward for adoption at the February 26th meeting, with a minor clarification regarding priority for regional detention projects.
Key Decisions & Votes
Draft Stormwater Policy Manual Adoption
40:00Council decided to move the draft stormwater policy manual to the February 26th agenda for formal adoption, with a commitment to review and potentially amend language regarding priority for regional detention projects within the Neighborhood Assistance Program.
Adjournment to Executive Session
41:00Council approved a motion to adjourn into executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property for recreational purposes and possible litigation associated with the University North Park Tax Increment Finance District.
Financial Matters
Neighborhood Assistance Program Budget
Discussion regarding the proposed annual budget for the Neighborhood Assistance Program, including the rollover of unawarded funds and the timeline for fund availability post-election.
Stormwater Utility Program Overall Budget
Reference to the projected total budget for the stormwater utility program, which includes a general fund subsidy and the Neighborhood Assistance Program.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Draft Stormwater Policy Manual (moved to February 26th agenda for adoption)
Deadlines
- Neighborhood Assistance Program applications due April 1st annually
Watch For
- Review of engineering design criteria (drainage standards)
- Annual review of stormwater enterprise budgets
- Formation of a citizen oversight committee for the stormwater utility program
Agenda Summary
Discussion regarding the draft stormwater policy manuals
Presentation and discussion of the 83-page draft stormwater policy manual, which combines all stormwater-related policies into one document. Key areas discussed included the appeals process, the Neighborhood Assistance Program, dam safety, and enforcement procedures.