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What it does

Resolution authorizing the Water Resources Department to accept $403,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding for replacement of single-family residential properties lead and galvanized…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

What it does

Lets the City Manager enter into a Municipal Agreement with the N.C. Dept. of Transportation (NCDOT) for the waterline relocation cost reimbursement…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The improvements will impact and require relocating approximately 4,200 ft of 24” waterline, 600 ft of 12” waterline and 500’ of 6” and 8” waterlines throughout the project area.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Municipal Utility Construction Agreement with the N.C. Dept. of Transportation for an amount not to exceed $2,526,361.73 for the NCDOT I-2513 AC Connector Project.”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Municipal Agreement with the N.C. Dept. of Transportation (NCDOT) for the waterline relocation cost reimbursement associated with NCDOT I-2513 AC Connector Projects ( I-240 and I-26 between the I-40 / I-240 interchange and I-26 Exit 2)

What it does

Ordinance Number - 5230 - Budget Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Water Resources Fund budget.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion to adopt a budget amendment in the amount of $16 million in the Water Resources Fund to account for the refunding of debt.”

What it does

Authorizes the submission of the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)…

• Passed. Everyone present voted yes.

Official title: Council authorized the submission of the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), with an amendment to reduce the funding to the Water Resources Department Project to $403,030 and to fund Homeward Bound (Public Services) in the amount of $96,970

What it does

Changes the contract with Creditron for a maintenance agreement for a mail scanner for the Water Resources Department.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend a contract with Creditron for a maintenance agreement for a mail scanner for the Water Resources Department

What it does

Signs an agreement with the Mills River Partnership, Inc. for the Mills River Watershed Best Management Practices project over three fiscal years…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a multi-year Agreement with the Mills River Partnership, Inc., for the Mills River Watershed Best Management Practices project for a not-to-exceed amount of $180,000.00 over three (3) fiscal years contingent upon funding each year.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a multi-year Agreement with the Mills River Partnership, Inc., for the Mills River Watershed Best Management Practices project over three fiscal years contingent upon funding each year

What it does

Adopts Bond Order authorizing the issuance of Water System Revenue Bonds of the City of Asheville, North…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “In January 2026, City Council adopted a resolution providing staff with authorization to enter into a contract with TP Howard Plumbing, Inc, including contingency, totaling $8,948,500 for the Neighborhood Enhancement Project (NEP) Area 8 - Water Distribution.”

Official title: Resolution adopting Bond Order authorizing the issuance of Water System Revenue Bonds of the City of Asheville, North Carolina, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $51,000,000

What it does

Lets the City Manager enter into a three year general services contract with RTI International to provide lead and copper testing.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a three year general services contract with RTI International to provide lead and copper testing

What it does

Lets the City Manager amend a contract Chonzie, Inc. for predictive modeling service line inventory with the Water Resources Department.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend a contract Chonzie, Inc. for predictive modeling service line inventory with the Water Resources Department

What it does

Changes the contract with Ardurra Group, Inc. to provide engineering services for North Fork Transmission Main No 3 Project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend the professional services contract with Ardurra Group, Inc. to provide engineering services for North Fork Transmission Main No 3 Project

What it does

Resolution authorizing the Finance Director of the City, or his designee, with advice from the City Attorney and bond counsel to file an application…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Background: In May 2024, City Council adopted a resolution providing staff with authorization to enter into a contract with Wharton-Smith, Inc, including contingency, totaling $26,888,196 for the construction of the Mills River Water Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2.”

What it does

Changes the City's fees and charges for Fiscal Year 2026-27.

• Passed. Voted no: Bo Hess.
• Why it matters: Fees are what the City charges for services like water, permits and parking.

Official title: Council approved an ordinance amending the fees and charges manual for Fiscal Year 2026-27

What it does

Lets the City Manager sign an amendment to the supplemental contract/change order 2 for professional services contract with GHD Engineering…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The City entered into a Supplemental Professional Services contract/ Change Order with GHD Engineering for Task Order 8-Debruhl Water Treatment Plant Chemical Bulk Storage Project as approved by City Council Resolution No. 24-30 on February 13, 2024 in the amount of $145,000.”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an amendment to the supplemental contract/change order 2 for professional services contract with GHD Engineering for the Task Order 8 - Debruhl Water Treatment Plant chemical bulk storage project

What it does

Adds money to the budget from N.C. dept. of Environmental Quality, for Water Resilience Improvements.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion: Motion to adopt a budget amendment in the Water Capital Projects Fund in the amount of $10,000,000 from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality for Water Resilience Improvements ORDINANCE BOOK NO. 36 - PAGE 390”
• Why it matters: The budget is the City's spending plan. An amendment adds money or moves it to a new use.

Official title: Budget amendment from the N.C. dept. of Environmental Quality for Water Resilience Improvements

What it does

Signs a contract with Chonzie, Inc. to perform the predictive modeling service line inventory for the Water Resources Department.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The project will also help determine future funding needs to meet the Lead and Copper Rule Improvement (LCRI) regulations posed by the USEPA. Con(s): There are no cons with entering into this contract.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion: Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract with Chonzie, Inc. to perform the predictive modeling service line investigations by potholing or excavating to verify service line type for the Water Resources, the services not to exceed $140,200.00.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Chonzie, Inc. to perform the predictive modeling service line inventory for the Water Resources Department

What it does

Resolution authorizing staff to submit a request to the North Carolina Congressional Delegation requesting a federal authorization and funding for a City of Asheville…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Con(s): Work must be conducted by United States Army Corps of Engineers which will impact the total cost of the project Fiscal Impact : The City anticipates requesting a total of $87 million, If allocated, the City will be required to provide a 25% match of $21.75 million.”

What it does

Signs a $8.95 million contract with TP Howard Plumbing Co. Inc. for the Neighborhood Enhancement Project Area 8 - Water Distribution Project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The Water Resources Department requests authorization to contract with TP Howard’s Plumbing Co, Inc. for the bid amount of $8,135,000.00 plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $813,500.00, for a total amount not to exceed $8,948,500.00 for a term through project completion.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract with TP Howard Plumbing co. Inc. for the Neighborhood Enhancement Project Area 8 - Water Distribution Project

What it does

Signs a contract with JR Merrimon & Co., LLC to perform service line inventory in the Shiloh Community for the Water Resources…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract with JR Merrimon & Co., LLC to perform the Shiloh Community service line inventory for the Water Resources, the services not to exceed $296,625.00 RESOLUTION BOOK NO. 46 - PAGE 189 12-9-25 Page 2”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with JR Merrimon & Co., LLC to perform service line inventory in the Shiloh Community for the Water Resources Department

What it does

Signs a contract78,500 contract with Schnabel Engineering South for Phase One repairs at the Bee Tree Dam and associated structures due…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The Contract will cover all three phases of work.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The cost of Phase One (1) contract is $275,000.00 with $13,750.00 contingency for a total amount not to exceed $278,500.00”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an emergency professional services Contract with Schnabel Engineering South for Phase One repairs at the Bee Tree Dam and associated structures due to Tropical Storm Helene

What it does

Applies for funding from the N.C. dept. of environmental quality state resolving fund…, and accepts it if awarded.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: An application asks for money. The City gets it only if the grant is awarded.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an application for funding from the N.C. dept. of environmental quality state resolving fund and Environmental Protection Agency Grant Program for water system resilience improvements; to accept said grant funds if awarded; and enter into any agreement documents necessary for such acceptance

What it does

Lets the City Manager submit grant applications for two proposals, and Arts and Entertainment Facility and a feasibility study for a Fourth…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit grant applications for two proposals, and Arts and Entertainment Facility and a feasibility study for a Fourth Water Treatment Plant, to the Economic Development Administration and any related grants that support these applications, provided they do not require a match; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute any documents necessary to give effect to this resolution

What it does

Changes the contract with CDM Smith Inc. for the Patton Avenue Water System Distribution Project 2.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with CDM Smith Inc. in the amount of $724,463.00 to increase the Patton Ave, Water System Distribution Project 2 – Professional Services Contract from a total in the amount of $1,583,638.00 to $2,308,101.00 Background:”
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with CDM Smith Inc. for the Patton Avenue Water System Distribution Project 2

What it does

Lets the City Manager enter into an engineering design services agreement with Ardurra Group Inc. for the North Fork Transmission Main No…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project as proposed will involve the construction of approximately 30,000’ new transmission main between the North Fork Water Treatment Plant and a transmission main interconnection location at Bee Tree Junction, with the possibility of interconnections to other transmission mains along the route.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Estimated contract not to exceed value of $9,741,000.00.”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an engineering design services agreement with Ardurra Group Inc. for the North Fork Transmission Main No. 3

What it does

Signs a contract with CDM Smith Inc. to provide a temporary turbidity reduction system for the North Fork Water Treatment…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This contract would allow the City of Asheville to assume management of a temporary pretreatment system.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a services contract with CDM Smith Inc., for the North Fork WTP Temporary Treatment System, and the associated budget amendment in the amount not to exceed $36,905,584.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with cdm smith inc.to provide a temporary turbidity reduction system for the North Fork Water Treatment Plant

What it does

Signs a contract with Bering-Weston JV, LLC to provide a temporary turbidity reduction system for the William DeBruhl Water Treatment…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This contract would allow the City of Asheville to assume management of a temporary pretreatment system.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a services contract with Bering-Weston JV, LLC to provide a Services Contract for theWilliam DeBruhl WTP Temporary Treatment System, and the associated budget amendment in the amount not to exceed $18,802,253.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Bering-Weston jv, LLC, to provide a temporary turbidity reduction system for the William DeBruhl Water Treatment Plant

What it does

Signs a contract with CDM Smith Inc. to provide engineering, design services and provide construction oversight for the North Fork…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Company for the North Fork Water Treatment Plants Treatment Improvement project, and the associated budget amendment in the amount of $6,705,000 to be reimbursed with FEMA-PA and State of NC funds.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Professional Services Contract with CDM Smith Inc. to provide engineering, design services and provide construction oversight for the North Fork Water Treatment Plant improvements project

What it does

Signs a $3.33 million contract with Garver USA Company to provide engineering, design services and provide construction oversight for the William DeBruhl…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The contract with Garver USA Company is estimated at $3,078,069.00, including a $248,399.03 project management and construction contingency for a total of $3,326,468.03.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Professional Services Contract with Garver USA Company to provide engineering, design services and provide construction oversight for the William DeBruhl Water Treatment Plant improvements project

What it does

Signs a a76,770 contract with Schnabel Engineering South for repairs at the North Fork Dam and Spillways due to Tropical Storm…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The cost of the proposed contract is $160,700.00 with $16,070.00 contingency for a total amount not to exceed $176,770.00”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an emergency Professional Services Contract with Schnabel Engineering South for repairs at the North Fork Dam and Spillways due to Tropical Storm Helene

What it does

Reappoints Jack Igelman to the Mills River Partnership Board of Directors.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: City boards and commissions are made up of residents. They advise Council, and some make decisions on their own.

Official title: Resolution reappointing Jack Igelman to the Mills River Partnership Board of Directors

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Herc Rentals Inc. for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant emergency response for Tropical Storm Helene.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The contract is expected to be fully reimbursed with FEMA Public Assistance funding.”
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying an emergency contract with Herc Rentals Inc. for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant emergency response for Tropical Storm Helene

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Campbell Inc. for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant emergency response for Tropical Storm Helene.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “This contract was amended to add an additional amount of $28,500.00 to include a previously omitted invoice and this contract amendment now needs to be ratified.”
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying an emergency contract with Campbell Inc. for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant emergency response for Tropical Storm Helene

What it does

Lets the City Manager execute an amendment to the supplemental contract/change order for Professional Services Contract with GHD Engineering for the Task…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The City entered into a Supplemental Professional Services contract/ Change Order with GH Engineering for Task Order 8-Debruhl Water Treatment Plant Chemical Bulk Storage Project as approved by City Council Resolution No. 24-30 on February 13, 2024 in the amount of $145,000.”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the supplemental contract/change order for Professional Services Contract with GHD Engineering for the Task Order 8 - debruhl water treatment Chemical Bulk Storage Project

What it does

Changes the City's fees and charges for Fiscal Year 2025-26.

• Passed. Everyone present voted yes.
• Why it matters: Fees are what the City charges for services like water, permits and parking.

Official title: Council approved an ordinance amending the fees and charges manual for Fiscal Year 2025-26

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Environmental Testing Solutions for the provision of lead and copper testing.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying the City’s emergency contract with Environmental Testing Solutions for the provision of lead and copper testing

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Campbell Inc. for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant response for Tropical Storm Helene.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying an emergency contract with Campbell Inc. for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant response for Tropical Storm Helene

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Buchanan Pump Service and Supply for the North Fork Water Treatment Plant emergency response for Tropical Storm Helene…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying an emergency contract with Buchanan Pump Service and Supply for the North Fork Water Treatment Plant emergency response for Tropical Storm Helene and waive any contracting procedures that might have otherwise applied

What it does

Signs a $314,144 contract with PC Construction Company for the rehabilitation of the North Fork and William DeBruhl Water Treatment Plants…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project will be divided into three phases.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution to authorize the City Manager to enter into a Professional Services Contract with PC Construction Company for the North Fork and William DeBruhl Water Treatment Plants Filter Rehabilitation project for a total of $314,144.00.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Professional Services Contract with PC Construction Company for the rehabilitation of the North Fork and William DeBruhl Water Treatment Plants water purification filters and other associated upgrades

What it does

Signs a a1.2 million contract with Thomas Construction Co. Inc. for the Neighborhood Enhancement Project Area 7 - Water Distribution Project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The project will mostly replace existing problematic water lines; which have been identified as a need through a prioritization and master planning process, due to age, pipe failures and future water capacity needs.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The Water Resources Department requests authorization to contract with Thomas Construction Co, Inc for the bid amount of $10,175,349.00 plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $1,017,535.90, for a total amount not to exceed $11,192,884.90 for a term ending at project completion.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract with Thomas Construction Co. Inc. for the Neighborhood Enhancement Project Area 7 - Water Distribution Project

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with CDM Smith Inc. for Professional Services for the North Fork Water Production Facility Tropical Storm Helene…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying an emergency contract with CDM Smith Inc., for Professional Services for the North Fork Water Production Facility Tropical Storm Helene Emergency Response

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with State Utility Contractors Inc. for the North Fork Water Treatment Plant / burnette reservoir emergency response…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying an emergency contract with State Utility Contractors Inc. for the North Fork Water Treatment Plant / burnette reservoir emergency response for Tropical Storm Helene

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Schnabel Engineering South P.C. for evaluation and engineering services to repair attributes of the Bee Tree Dam…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying a contract with Schnabel Engineering South P.C. entered into on an emergency basis in the immediate aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, for evaluation and engineering services to repair attributes of the Bee Tree Dam and Spillway

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Schnabel Engineering South P.C. for evaluation and engineering services to repair attributes of the North Fork Dam…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying a contract with Schnabel Engineering South P.C. entered into on an emergency basis in the immediate aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, for evaluation and engineering services to repair attributes of the North Fork Dam and Spillways

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Schnabel Engineering South P.C. to provide emergency repairs to attributes of the North Fork and Bee Tree…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying a contract with Schnabel Engineering South P.C. entered into on an emergency basis in the immediate aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, to provide emergency repairs to attributes of the North Fork and Bee Tree Dams and Spillways

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with T&K Utilities Inc. Entered into on an Emergency Basis…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying a contract with T&K Utilities Inc. entered into on an emergency basis in the immediate aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, for

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with T.P. Howard’s Plumbing Co. Inc.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying a contract with T.P. howard’s Plumbing Co. Inc. entered into on an emergency basis in the immediate aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene

What it does

Approves, after the fact, an emergency contract with Tennoca Construction Co.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The total cost of this contract is not to exceed $10,000,000, and it is expected that 100% of this expense will be reimbursed by FEMA. Motion:”
• Why it matters: Ratify means approve after the fact. Sometimes the City has to act first, as in an emergency.

Official title: Resolution ratifying a contract with Tennoca Construction Co. entered into on an emergency basis in the immediate aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene

What it does

Changes the budget for the City’s Water Capital Improvement Fund, both funded with Federal Emergency Management Agency…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of: 1) a budget amendment in the amount of $11.0 million in the City’s Special Revenue Fund and 2) a budget amendment in the amount of $25.1 million in the City’s Water Capital Improvement Fund; both funded with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursements.”
• Why it matters: The budget is the City's spending plan. An amendment adds money or moves it to a new use.

Official title: Budget amendment in the City’s Special Revenue Fund; and in the City’s Water Capital Improvement Fund, both funded with Federal Emergency Management Agency reimbursements

What it does

Signs a contract with VODA.ai for the lead service line inventory.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a general services contract with VODA.ai for predictive modeling services for the Water Resources service line inventory, the services not to exceed $170,000.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with VODA.ai for the lead service line inventory

What it does

Signs a contract with Kimley Horn for engineering services associated with Water Distribution Project no. 4 - coxe avenue…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project will be combined and constructed as part of the planned Coxe Ave Street Improvement project.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract with Kimley-Horn, Inc. for engineering services in the not to exceed amount of $99,500 for the Water Distribution Project 4 - Coxe Ave 12” Main. 7-23-24 Page 4 Background:”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with Kimley Horn for engineering services associated with Water Distribution Project no. 4 - coxe avenue Water Main project

What it does

Directs the application to the Local Government Commission for the 2024 water system revenue Bonds.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “To cover the expenses from the AMI project, debt issuance costs, and provide funding for other eligible water system capital expenses, staff plans, in consultation with our financial advisors and bond counsel, to issue the debt in an amount not to exceed $30 million.”

Official title: Resolution directing the application to the Local Government Commission for the 2024 water system revenue Bonds

What it does

Resolution authorizing City Council to accept an ARPA (State Revolving Fund) grant to fund part of the Mills River Water Treatment Plant miscellaneous plant…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This grant was previously budgeted in the Water Resources Capital Projects Fund.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing City Council to accept a $5,000,000 ARPA (State Revolving Fund) grant to fund part of the Mills River WTP Miscellaneous Plant Upgrades (Rehabilitation) Project - Phase 2, and authorize the City Manager to execute all documents Background:”

What it does

Signs a contract with Wharton-Smith Inc. for the construction of the Mills River Water Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Upgrades (Rehabilitation)…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “the new equipment will require less electricity to operate, be more efficient”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a construction/repair contract with Wharton-Smith Inc. for the construction of the Mills River Water Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Upgrades (Rehabilitation) phase 2 project

What it does

Signs a $4.73 million contract with Hyatt Pipeline LLC for the water distribution project 1, phase 2: mcdowell street water distribution project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The proposed project will replace existing cast iron water lines installed in the late 40’s and early 50’s, which have been identified as a need through a prioritization and master planning process, due to age, pipe failures and future water capacity needs.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The Water Resources Department requests authorization to contract with Hyatt Pipeline, LLC for the bid amount of $4,299,510.00 plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $429,951.00, for a total amount not to exceed $4,729,461.00 for a term through project completion.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract with Hyatt Pipeline LLC for the water distribution project 1, phase 2: mcdowell street water distribution project

What it does

Lets the City Attorney condemn one waterline easement at 11 Milkweed Way.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The purpose of the subject project is to increase water capacity and reliability by replacing an existing 6 inch cast-iron waterline with an 8 inch ductile iron waterline.”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Attorney’s Office to condemn one waterline easement at 11 Milkweed Way

What it does

Changes the City's fees and charges for Fiscal Year 2024-25, with the amendment to raise on-street hourly parking…

• Passed. Everyone present voted yes.
• Why it matters: Fees are what the City charges for services like water, permits and parking.

Official title: Council approved an ordinance amending the fees and charges manual for Fiscal Year 2024-25, with the amendment to raise on-street hourly parking meter rates to $2.50 and keep the service from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m

What it does

Signs a contract with PC Construction Company for the rehabilitation for North Fork Filter 3 rehabilitation project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract with PC Construction Company in the amount not to exceed $828,300 (753,000.00 with 10% contingency) for North Fork Filter 3 rehabilitation.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with PC Construction Company for the rehabilitation for North Fork Filter 3 rehabilitation project

What it does

Resolution authorizing the City Manager, water Resources director, or any designee of either, to apply for Lead Service Line Replacement funding with the N.C…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project will allow more lead connectors and galvanized lines preceded by lead to be identified/removed from the distribution system in project areas. ‘”

What it does

Signs an agreement with GHD Engineering for the Task Order 8 - debruhl water treatment plant chemical bulk storage…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The proposed project will help develop the specifications needed for the replacement of the sodium hypochlorite tank and the fluoride tank, as well as provide analysis of the specifications and location for the new coagulant tank.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a professional services agreement with GHD Engineering for the Task Order 8 - debruhl water treatment plant chemical bulk storage project

What it does

Approves the Water Shortage Response Plan 2022 after approval by the N.C. dept. of Environmental Quality.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution to approve the Water Shortage Response Plan 2022 after approval by the N.C. dept. of Environmental Quality

What it does

Lets the City Manager execute municipal agreements with the N.C. dept. of Transportation (NCDOT) for waterline relocation cost reimbursement associated wi NCDOT…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project will become part of the Water Resources Department’s ongoing Capital Improvement Program.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Municipal Utility Construction Agreement with the N.C. Dept. of Transportation (NCDOT) for an amount not to exceed $809,020.98 for the NCDOT I-2513 AA and AB; I-26 Connector Projects Background:”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute municipal agreements with the N.C. dept. of Transportation (NCDOT) for waterline relocation cost reimbursement associated wi NCDOT I-2513 aa and AB I-16 connector projects

What it does

Signs a contract with Bentley Advanced Infrastructure to Software and related hardware at the North Fork Water Treatment Facility outside…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Bentley Advanced Infrastructure related to Software and related hardware at the North Fork Water Treatment Facility outside of competitive bidding requirements for standardization and compatibility reasons

What it does

Signs a contract0 million contract with CDM Smith for construction Administration and Observation Services for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The contract will provide guidance to City staff to ensure all requirements of the SRF/ARPA grant are adhered to and provide oversight and guidance on reimbursement from the SRF/ARPA grant.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Current estimates are that the project will require a total of $20 million to complete, with the additional $10 million likely funded via debt.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with CDM Smith for construction Administration and Observation Services for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Upgrades (Rehabilitation) Phase II project

What it does

Signs a contract with CDM Smith Inc. to provide engineering design and construction administration.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The project will replace approximately 25,800 linear feet of existing substandard and failing water lines in favor of predominantly 6-inch and 8- inch ductile iron water lines and appurtenances designed and constructed in accordance with the City of Asheville standards.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services contract with CDM Smith Inc. to provide engineering design services for a waterline replacement project known as Neighborhood Enhancement Projects Area 8 for an amount not to exceed $1,051,100.00.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with CDM Smith Inc. to provide engineering design and construction administration

What it does

Signs an agreement with Waste Reduction Partners, for the purpose of promoting conservation and sustainability of vital water resources.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an Agreement for $15,000 with the non-profit Waste Reduction Partners, which is administered by the Land of Sky Regional Council for the purpose of promoting conservation and sustainability of vital water resources.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Waste Reduction Partners, which is administered by the Land of Sky Regional Council, for the purpose of promoting conservation and sustainability of vital water resources

What it does

Signs an agreement with Paymentus for the Water Resources Department Interactive Voice Response Payment Acceptance and Electronic Billing…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This agreement will continue to provide customers with interactive methods to pay their utility bills via phone, text, email, and web.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a multi-year agreement with Paymentus for the Water Resources Department Interactive Voice Response Payment Acceptance and Electronic Billing and Payments system

What it does

Lets the City Manager enter into a professional services supplemental agreement with Schnabel Engineering South P.C. for the North Fork Dam -…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a professional services supplemental agreement with Schnabel Engineering South P.C. for the North Fork Dam - 12” Utility Pipe Backfill and Grouting repairs project

What it does

Lets the City Manager enter into a supplemental professional services agreement with Black & Veatch International Company for the rehabilitation…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a supplemental professional services agreement with Black & Veatch International Company for the rehabilitation of the North Fork and

What it does

Signs an agreement with BioNomic Services Inc. for water Resources sludge removal for the North Fork, William DeBruhl, and Mills…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a general service agreement with BioNomic Services Inc. for water Resources sludge removal for the North Fork, William DeBruhl, and Mills River Water Treatment Plants

What it does

Changes the dates of Council meetings.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: This changes when Council meets.

Official title: Resolution amending the 2023 city Council meeting schedule to add a worksession on august 22, 2023, at 3:00 P.M. in the Council chamber. located on the 2nd floor of city hall, to discuss the independent review

What it does

Signs a contract with W.K. Dickson for engineering services associated with the Water Distribution Project no. 3 - central…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project will provide a critical redundant water transmission main for the North Asheville water service area”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract with WK Dickson & Co. for engineering services in the amount of $814,900.00 for the Water Distribution Project 3 - Central Ave 24” Transmission Main.. Background:”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract with W.K. Dickson for engineering services associated with the Water Distribution Project no. 3 - central avenue 24” Transmission Main project

What it does

Applies for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program to improve cybersecurity monitoring…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program funding of $100,000 to improve cybersecurity monitoring and network security for city water production networks.”
• Why it matters: An application asks for money. The City gets it only if the grant is awarded.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program to improve cybersecurity monitoring and network security for City water production networks

What it does

Signs a contract with Hazen and Sawyer for engineering services associated with South Buncombe Pump Station and Concord Water Service…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract with Hazen and Sawyer for engineering services in the amount of $1,510,550.00 for the South Buncombe Pump Station and Concord Water Service Area Improvements Project. 5-9-23 Page 1 Background:”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Hazen and Sawyer for engineering services associated with South Buncombe Pump Station and Concord Water Service Area Improvements Project

What it does

Signs an agreement with Mills River Partnership Inc. for the Mills River Watershed Best Management Practices project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The MRP will only be allowed to request a not-to-exceed amount of $60,000 per fiscal year for the next three years.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a multi-year Agreement with Mills River Partnership Inc. for the Mills River Watershed Best Management Practices project

What it does

Motion to approve an ordinance amending the fees and charges manual for Fiscal Year 2023-24 as recommended by City staff.

• Outcome as recorded in the minutes.

What it does

Accepts the American Rescue Plan act funds for a pre-construction study for the North Fork and william…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution accepting the American Rescue Plan act funds for a pre-construction study for the North Fork and william debruhl treatment study and plant improvements

What it does

Signs an agreement with CDM Smith for the North Fork and william debruhl treatment study.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with CDM Smith for the North Fork and william debruhl treatment study

What it does

Changes the City's fees and charges for Fiscal Year 2023-24, with the deletion of the water fees.

• Passed. Everyone present voted yes.
• Why it matters: Fees are what the City charges for services like water, permits and parking.

Official title: Council approved an ordinance amending the fees and charges manual for Fiscal Year 2023-24, with the deletion of the water fees

What it does

Adopts the revised Water Shortage Response Plan 2022 (drought Plan).

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution adopting the revised Water Shortage Response Plan 2022 (drought Plan)

What it does

Signs a contract with WNC Roofing LLC for the North Fork Filter Building roof repair project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “12-13-22 Page 9 Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with WNC Roofing LLC in the amount not to exceed $108,500 for North Fork Filter Building roof repairs.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with WNC Roofing LLC for the North Fork Filter Building roof repair project

What it does

Signs a contract with CDM Smith for the North Fork and william debruhl Treatment Study and Plant Improvements project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The study will provide guidance on further optimizing current techniques for the treatment process.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “DeBruhl Treatment Study and Plant Improvements; and the associated budget amendment in the amount of $400,000 to accept grant funding from the NC Department of Environmental Quality - Division of Water Infrastructure.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with CDM Smith for the North Fork and william debruhl Treatment Study and Plant Improvements project

What it does

Signs an agreement with Buncombe County to study the feasibility of installing solar on North Fork Reservoir and Lake…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an interlocal agreement with Buncombe County to study the feasibility of installing solar on North Fork Reservoir and Lake Julian

What it does

Approves the Water Resources Department’s 10-year Capital Improvement forecast.

• Passed. Everyone present voted yes.

Official title: Council approved the Water Resources Department’s 10-year Capital Improvement forecast

What it does

Changes City law (Section 21-3-4 of the City Code) to remove potential inconsistencies related to connections to the City’s water system.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The proposed amendment will help clarify exactly what standards the public must adhere to when connecting to the City’s water system.”
• Why it matters: City ordinances are local laws. Changing one changes the rules people and businesses must follow.

Official title: Ordinance amending section 21-3-4 of the code of ordinances in order to remove potential inconsistencies related to connections to the City’s water system

What it does

Changes the budget to allocate Insurance Recovery Funds to reimburse expenses to repair a structure damaged…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a budget amendment, in the amount of $150,000, to allocate Insurance Recovery Funds to reimburse expenses to repair a structure damaged at the North Fork Water Treatment Plant. 8-23-22 Page 8 Background:”
• Why it matters: The budget is the City's spending plan. An amendment adds money or moves it to a new use.

Official title: Budget amendment to allocate Insurance Recovery Funds to reimburse expenses to repair a structure damaged at the North Fork Water Treatment Plant

What it does

Lets the City Manager enter into a professional engineering services contract with Black & Veatch corporation for North Fork and William DeBruhl…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “An amount not to exceed $124,290 with a contingency of $30,000 for a total project cost of $154,290.”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a professional engineering services contract with Black & Veatch corporation for North Fork and William DeBruhl Water Treatment Plant filtration rehabilitation project

What it does

Adopts the Water Resources Department updated Development fees analysis for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 fees and charges.

• Passed. Everyone present voted yes.

Official title: Council adopted an ordinance adopting the Water Resources Department updated Development fees analysis for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 fees and charges

What it does

Applies for N.C. dept. of Environmental Quality Grants and/or State Revolving Funds for upgrades…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The funds received will be grants or low interest loans with potential principal forgiveness.”
• Why it matters: An application asks for money. The City gets it only if the grant is awarded.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the city to apply for N.C. dept. of Environmental Quality Grants and/or State Revolving Funds for upgrades at north fork, william debruhl and mills river Water Treatment Facilities and the Lead Service Line Inventory project

What it does

Adopts the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Fees & Charges Manual.

• Passed. Voted no: Kim Roney.

Official title: Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Fees & Charges Manual

What it does

Signs a contract with T.P. Howard’s Plumbing Co. Inc. for the Patton Avenue water distribution project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Inc. for the bid amount of $6,300,000.00 plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $630,000.00, for a total project budget in the amount of $6,930,000.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a construction contract with T.P. howard’s Plumbing Co. Inc. for the Patton Avenue water distribution project

What it does

Changes the budget in the Water Resources Operating Fund to account for the refunding…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of budget amendment in the amount of $40,431,180 in the Water Resources Operating Fund to account for the refunding of debt. 2-22-22 Page 4 Background:”
• Why it matters: The budget is the City's spending plan. An amendment adds money or moves it to a new use.

Official title: Budget amendment in the Water Resources Operating Fund to account for the refunding of the 2018 Water Revenue Bond Anticipation Note

What it does

Lets the City Attorney condemn nine waterline easements along Patton Avenue.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Attorney’s Office to condemn nine waterline easements along Patton Avenue

What it does

Resolution authorizing Sole source approval for Bentley Systems’ Sensemetrics software at North Fork Reservoir dams for monitoring system to evaluate the integrity and safety…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This system and its software provide real-time data that can be easily accessed and reviewed by the dam managers.”

What it does

Resolution authorizing approval for Idexx Corporation as Sole Source Provider for Colilert/Simplate Products for the water Resources Laboratory.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

What it does

Signs an agreement with the N.C. Dept. of Transportation for coordination of waterline installation along Patton Avenue.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This work will be performed during night time hours, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM and is anticipated to last 4 weeks.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Construction Reimbursement Agreement with the N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) at the estimated amount of $150,446.23 for construction work associated with waterline installation within Patton Avenue.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a reimbursement agreement with the N.C. dept. of Transportation for coordination of waterline installation along Patton Avenue

What it does

Directs the application to the local government commission for approval of water system revenue bonds and certain…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “To pay off the Water BAN loan, the City intends to issue long-term, fixed-rate Water Revenue Refunding Bonds in an amount not to exceed $40.5 million in late-September 2021.”

Official title: Resolution directing the application to the local government commission for approval of water system revenue bonds and certain related matters

What it does

Lets the City Manager sign and approve payment for the purchase of a waterline easement across the property at1296 and 1340 Patton…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign and approve payment for the purchase of a waterline easement across the property at1296 and 1340 Patton Avenue

What it does

Signs an agreement with Air Products for the purchase of liquid oxygen at the Mills River Water Treatment Plant.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a five year contract with Air Products in the amount of $322,674 beginning in July 2021.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a multi-year agreement with Air Products for the purchase of liquid oxygen at the Mills River Water Treatment Plant

What it does

Changes the contract with CDM Smith for the Construction Oversight services of the Mills River Water Treatment Plant -…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution for a change order to the contract with CDM Smith for Mills River Water Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Phase 1 Improvements in the amount of $81,997 for this change order.”
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with CDM Smith for the Construction Oversight services of the Mills River Water Treatment Plant - Ozone Building rehabilitation project

What it does

Approves additional donations of unused and unclaimed settlement funds to the Asheville City Schools Foundation and CoThinkK…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “On April 13, 2021, the City Council approved a resolution to donate the amount of $949,185.12 in unclaimed funds to the selected organizations.”

Official title: Resolution approving additional donations of unused and unclaimed settlement funds to the Asheville City Schools Foundation and CoThinkK, in equal amounts

What it does

Establishes the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Water Resources Fees & Charges.

• Passed. Voted no: Kim Roney.

Official title: Council approved an ordinance establishing the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Water Resources Fees & Charges

What it does

Changes the contract with Harper Corporation, for $1.63 million.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution for a Change Order to Harper Corporation’s current Mills River Water Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Phase 1 Improvements contract, in the amount of $1,475,624.78 with a 10% contingency of $147,562.48, for a total of $1,632,187.26 for this change order.”
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Change Order to Harper Corporation’s current Mills River Water Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Phase 1 Improvements project

What it does

Signs a contract with Hyatt Pipeline LLC for the Water System Neighborhood Enhancement Project Area 6.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This proposed project has been determined to be a critical installation that will increase the water system’s reliability by replacing undersized and older waterlines that have high failure rates and also by providing improved water pressure and flow characteristics for domestic service and fire fighting capabilities.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The WRD requests authorization to contract with Hyatt Pipeline, LLC. for the bid amount of $2,038,917.55 plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $203,891.75 for a total project budget in the amount of $2,242,809.31.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Hyatt Pipeline LLC for the Water System Neighborhood Enhancement Project Area 6

What it does

Changes the contract with BioNomic Services Inc. for the water production residuals removal project at the mills river, william debruhl…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This change order allows for the continued removal of residuals from each of the three water treatment plants.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The WRD entered into a contract with BioNomic Services, Inc. for removal for the first year in the amount of $257,180 with a contingency in the amount of $38,577 for a project total budget in the amount of $295,757.”
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with BioNomic Services Inc. for the water production residuals removal project at the mills river, william debruhl & north fork water treatment plants

What it does

Changes the contract with CDM Smith Inc. to increase the Water System Distribution Project - phase 2 - Professional Services…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with CDM Smith Inc. in the amount of $699,514 to increase the Water System Distribution Project 2 – Professional Services Contract from a total amount of $884,124 to $1,583,638.”
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with CDM Smith Inc. to increase the Water System Distribution Project - phase 2 - Professional Services Contract

What it does

Signs a contract with T&K Utilities Inc. for the Water System Neighborhood Enhancement Project Area 5 Part 1 Project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This proposed project has been determined to be a critical installation that will increase the water systems reliability by replacing undersized and older waterlines that have high failure rates and also by providing improved water pressure and flow characteristics for domestic service and fire fighting capabilities.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The WRD requests authorization to contract with T&K Utilities, Inc. for the bid amount of $3,810,200 plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $381,020 for a total project budget in the amount of $4,191,220. 9-22-20 Page 3 Vendor Outreach Efforts:”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with T&K Utilities Inc. for the Water System Neighborhood Enhancement Project Area 5 Part 1 Project

What it does

Discontinue charging water Capital Improvement Fee for Water Resources Customers.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Ordinance to discontinue charging water Capital Improvement Fee for Water Resources Customers

What it does

Signs an agreement with the Mills River Partnership Inc. for the Mills River Watershed Best Management Practices project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The total not-to-exceed contract amount of $180,000 will be encumbered upon City Council approval, even though the MRP will only be allowed to request a not-to-exceed amount of $60,000.00 per fiscal year for the next three years.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a multi-year general services agreement with the Mills River Partnership Inc. for the Mills River Watershed Best Management Practices project

What it does

Lets the City Manager sign a Supplemental Agreement with CDM Smith.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Supplemental Agreement with CDM Smith

What it does

Changes the contract with Brown and Caldwell for professional services associated with the North Fork Water Treatment Plant’s Sodium Bicarbonate…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with Brown and Caldwell for professional services associated with the North Fork Water Treatment Plant’s Sodium Bicarbonate Silo Replacement

What it does

Signs a $473,000 contract with Brown and Caldwell for the emergency repairs to the North Fork Water Treatment Plant water storage…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Move to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services contract with Brown and Caldwell for the emergency repairs to the North Fork WTP water storage tank baffle curtains for an amount not to exceed $423,000 with a contingency of $50,000 for a total project cost of $473,000.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Brown and Caldwell for the emergency repairs to the North Fork Water Treatment Plant water storage tank baffle curtains

What it does

Signs a contract with Hazen and Sawyer for professional services associated for phase 2 of a water system Flushing Program…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This contract will allow the development of a pilot study to be implemented over two areas of the water system with pipes of various age and types to determine the effectiveness of removing deposits from pipes in the City of Asheville’s water system.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services contract with Hazen and Sawyer for a not to exceed amount of $50,000 for the development of a Unidirectional Flushing Program Pilot Study.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Hazen and Sawyer for professional services associated for phase 2 of a water system Flushing Program to address discolored water

What it does

Lets the City Manager enter into a Utility Construction Agreement with the N.C. dept. of Transportation for waterline relocation cost reimbursements associated…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Utility Construction Agreement with the N.C. Dept. of Transportation (NCDOT) for the estimated amount of $279,508.10 plus a 10% contingency for a total budget of $307,458.91 for the I-4400C Project.”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Utility Construction Agreement with the N.C. dept. of Transportation for waterline relocation cost reimbursements associated with improvements to Fanning Bridge Road at the I-26 crossing

What it does

Changes the contract with Hazen and Sawyer to increase the Water System Master Plan update, for $570,360.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• The money, in the minutes' words: “Action Requested: Adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with Hazen and Sawyer in the amount of $99,900 to increase the Water System Master Plan Update Professional Services Contract from a total of $570,360 to $670,260. 7-23-19 Page 11 Background:”
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with Hazen and Sawyer to increase the Water System Master Plan update

What it does

Changes the contract with GHD Consulting Services Inc. for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant roof project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project will finish repairs that needed to be made to the Mills River Water Treatment Plant in order to operate the plant efficiently, reliably, ensure sustainability and safety.”
• Why it matters: Changing a contract can change its cost, its length or the work it covers.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order with ghd Consulting services inc. for the Mills River Water Treatment Plant roof project

What it does

Signs an agreement with Bio-Nomic Services Inc. for the water treatment plant sludge removal project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project will dispose of water treatment plant residuals utilizing land application, which has a high nutrient value and can condition soil for improved fertilization and water retention.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The WRD requests authorization to contract with Bio-Nomic Services, Inc. for the estimated amount of $257,180 plus a 15% contingency in the amount of $38,577 for a total project budget in the amount of $295,757.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a General Services Agreement with Bio-Nomic Services Inc. for the water treatment plant sludge removal project

What it does

Resolution authorizing the Suez ozone system as a preferred brand item for the mills river ozone facility equipment refurbishment Project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

What it does

Signs a contract with Cooper Construction Company Inc. for the North Fork Bridge Transmission Line Bypass Project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This proposed project has been determined to be a critical installation that will provide a redundant water transmission line bypass feed to a section of existing transmission mains, which are highly susceptible to failure during flooding events on the North Fork of the Swannanoa River.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The WRD requests authorization to contract with Cooper Construction for the bid amount of $1,850,740 plus a 15% contingency in the amount of $277,611 for a total project budget in the amount of $2,128,351.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract with Cooper Construction Company Inc. for the North Fork Bridge Transmission Line Bypass Project

What it does

Lets the City Manager execute a supplement agreement with GHD for professional engineering services for Water Resources Department Treatment Improvements & residuals…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “This project will develop an alternative solution for disposal of water treatment plant residuals.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The WRD requests authorization to contract with GHD for the proposed amount of $218,500 plus a 15% contingency in the amount of $32,775 for a total project budget in the amount of $251,275.”

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a supplement agreement with GHD for professional engineering services for Water Resources Department Treatment Improvements & residuals disposal options

What it does

Signs an agreement with the Harper Corporation for the north fork water treatment plant Sodium Bicarbonate Silo Replacement Project.

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.
• What the minutes say it will do: “The project will replace equipment installed in 1996.”
• The money, in the minutes' words: “The WRD requests authorization to contract with The Harper Corporation for the bid amount of $968,000 ($909,000 base bid + $59,000 potential Alternate #1) plus a 15% contingency in the amount of $145,200 for a total project budget in the amount of $1,113,000.”
• Why it matters: Contracts are how the City pays companies and groups to do work.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction agreement with the Harper Corporation for the north fork water treatment plant Sodium Bicarbonate Silo Replacement Project

What it does

Lets the Mayor amend the May 15, 2018, agreement with the Town of Black Mountain to transfer Water Resources assets within…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the May 15, 2018, agreement with the Town of Black Mountain to transfer Water Resources assets within the Town of Black Mountain service area from the City of Asheville to the Town of Black Mountain, and expand the

What it does

Lets the City Manager dispose of 1.72 acres of city-owned real property located at the Mills River water treatment plant…

• Passed with the routine items, in one vote, without discussion.

Official title: Resolution authorizing the City manager to dispose of 1.72 acres of city-owned real property located at the Mills River water treatment plant to the City of Hendersonville for an emergency water intake