TO: Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Public Works |
Phil Williams |
425-556-2880 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Public Works |
Emily Flanagan |
Senior Engineer |
TITLE:
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Update on Evans Creek Relocation Reed Canarygrass Removal Plan
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
Update the Council on the City’s approach for controlling invasive plants on the Evans Creek Project. Provide information to prepare them for potential questions that may arise from the work. Hear questions and concerns about approach.
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☐ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
- Natural Features Element of the Comprehensive Plan
- Shoreline Master Program
- RZC 21.64.020.F.17
- RZC.68.170.B.5
- Proposed Integrated Pest Management Plan - City of Redmond
• Required:
N/A
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
This update is being brought forth due to the known concerns of Council and City residents about the use of herbicides near critical areas.
OUTCOMES:
Removing the Reed Canary grass will help set up the Evans Creek Relocation project for success in meeting its permitted mitigation metrics for native plant establishment.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
Before and during removal (removal planned to start April/June timeframe)
• Outreach Methods and Results:
o Post Signs
o Information on Project Website
o Provide Background Information to Communications, Customer Service, and Mayor’s Office to facilitate response to residents’ comments.
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
Anticipated cost ~$20,000 for Reed Canary grass Removal.
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
CIP
Budget Priority:
CIP
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☒ No ☐ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
Stormwater CIP - Evans Creek Relocation Project Budget
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
Item has not been presented to Council |
N/A |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
None proposed at this time |
N/A |
Time Constraints:
Planning on starting removal work in April/June 2022.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
Not requesting approval, just providing an update.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A - Reed Canarygrass Removal Evans Creek