HomeMy WebLinkAbout144-25 RESOLUTION113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
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Resolution: 144-25
File Number: 2025-754
A RESOLUTION TO AWARD RFQ #25-01, SELECTION #6, AND AUTHORIZE A PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE
CENTER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $102,025.00 FOR STREAMBANK EROSION ASSESSMENT
AND RESTORATION ACTIVITIES ALONG THE UPPER CLEAR CREEK BASIN, AND TO APPROVE A
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
WHEREAS, on December 15, 2020, the City Council approved Resolution 308-20 which authorized acceptance of an
EPA Wetland Program Development Grant awarded to the City; and
WHEREAS, also on December 15, 2020, the City Council approved Resolution 309-20 approving Task Order #7 with
the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for design and construction observation services associated with stream
restoration projects within the City; and
WHEREAS, Watershed Conservation Resource Center was selected pursuant to RFQ 25-01, selection #6 to provide
additional design and construction observation services associated with this grant and Task Order #7.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE,
ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby awards RFQ #25-01, Selection #6, and
authorizes Mayor Rawn to sign a professional engineering services agreement with the Watershed Conservation
Resource Center in an amount not to exceed $102,025.00 for streambank erosion assessment and stream and riparian
restoration activities along the upper Clear Creek Basin within the Illinois River Watershed.
Section 2: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby approves a budget adjustment, a copy of
which is attached to this Resolution.
PASSED and APPROVED on June 17, 2025
Approved:
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Molly Rawn, Mayor Kara Paxton, City Clerk Treasurer
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AGREEMENT
For
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
Between
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS
And
ENGINEER
THIS AGREEMENT is made as of June 17 1 2025, by and between City of
Fayetteville, Arkansas, acting by and through its Mayor (hereinafter called CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE)
and WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER (hereinafter called ENGINEER).
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE from time to time requires professional engineering services in connection
with the evaluation, design, and/or construction supervision of capital improvement projects. Therefore,
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE and ENGINEER in consideration of their mutual covenants agree as follows:
ENGINEER shall serve as CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's professional engineering consultant in those
assignments to which this Agreement applies, and shall give consultation and advice to CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE during the performance of ENGINEER's services. All services shall be performed
under the direction of a professional engineer registered in the State of Arkansas and qualified in the
particular field.
SECTION 1 - AUTHORIZATION OF SERVICES
1.1 Services on any assignment shall be undertaken only upon written Authorization of CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE and agreement of ENGINEER.
1.2 Assignments may include services described hereafter as Basic Services or as Additional Services
of ENGINEER.
1.3 Changes, modifications or amendments in scope, price or fees to this contract shall not be
allowed without a formal contract amendment approved by the Mayor and the City Council in
advance of the change in scope, costs, fees, or delivery schedule.
SECTION 2 - BASIC SERVICES OF ENGINEER
2.1 Perform professional services in connection with the Project as hereinafter stated.
2.1.1 The Scope of Services to be furnished by ENGINEER during the Project is included in Appendix
A attached hereto and made part of this Agreement.
2.2 ENGINEER shall coordinate their activities and services with the CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE.
ENGINEER and CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE agree that ENGINEER has full responsibility for
the engineering services.
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SECTION 3 - RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE
3.1 CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE shall, within a reasonable time, so as not to delay the services of
ENGINEER.
3.1.1 Provide full information as to CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's requirements for the Project.
3.1.2 Assist ENGINEER by placing at ENGINEER's disposal all available information pertinent to
the assignment including previous reports and any other data relative thereto.
3.1.3 Assist ENGINEER in obtaining access to property reasonably necessary for ENGINEER to
perform its services under this Agreement.
3.1.4 Examine all studies, reports, sketches, cost opinions, proposals, and other documents
presented by ENGINEER and render in writing decisions pertaining thereto.
3.1.5 The City Engineer is the CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's project representative with respect to
the services to be performed under this Agreement. The City Engineer shall have complete
authority to transmit instructions, receive information, interpret and define CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE's policies and decisions with respect to materials, equipment, elements and
systems to be used in the Project, and other matters pertinent to the services covered by this
Agreement.
3.1.6 CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE and/or its representative will review all documents and provide
written comments to ENGINEER in a timely manner.
SECTION 4 - PERIOD OF SERVICE
4.1 This Agreement will become effective upon the first written notice by CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE authorizing services hereunder.
4.2 The provisions of this Agreement have been agreed to in anticipation of the orderly progress of
the Project through completion of the services stated in the Agreement. ENGINEER will proceed
with providing the authorized services immediately upon receipt of written authorization from
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE. Said authorization shall include the scope of the services
authorized and the time in which the services are to be completed. The anticipated schedule for
this project is included as Appendix A.
SECTION 5 - PAYMENTS TO ENGINEER
5.1 The maximum not -to -exceed amount authorized for this Agreement is $102,025. The CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE shall compensate ENGINEER based on the percentage of assigned task
completion basis presented in Appendix A.
5.2 Statements
5.2.1 Monthly statements for each calendar month shall be submitted to CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE or such parties as CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE may designate for
professional services consistent with ENGINEER's normal billing schedule. Once
established, the billing schedule shall be maintained throughout the duration of the Project.
Applications for payment shall be made in accordance with a format to be developed by
ENGINEER and approved by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE. Applications for payment shall
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be accompanied each month by the updated project schedule as the basis for determining the
value earned as the work is accomplished. Final payment for professional services shall be
made upon CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's approval and acceptance with the satisfactory
completion of the study and report for the Project.
5.3 Payments
5.3.1 All statements are payable upon receipt and due within thirty (30) days. If a portion of
ENGINEER's statement is disputed by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, the undisputed portion
shall be paid by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE by the due date. CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE
shall advise ENGINEER in writing of the basis for any disputed portion of any statement.
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE will make reasonable effort to pay invoices within 30 days of
date the invoice is approved, however, payment within 30 days is not guaranteed.
5.4 Final Payment
5.4.1 Upon satisfactory completion of the work performed under this Agreement, as a condition
before final payment under this Agreement, or as a termination settlement under this
Agreement, ENGINEER shall execute and deliver to CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE a release of
all claims against CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE arising under or by virtue of this Agreement,
except claims which are specifically exempted by ENGINEER to be set forth therein. Unless
otherwise provided in this Agreement or by State law or otherwise expressly agreed to by the
parties to this Agreement, final payment under this Agreement or settlement upon termination
of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's claims
against ENGINEER or his sureties under this Agreement or applicable performance and
payment bonds, if any.
SECTION 6 - GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
6.1 Insurance
6.1.1 During the course of performance of these services, ENGINEER will maintain (in United
States Dollars) the following minimum insurance coverages:
Tyne of Coverage
Workers' Compensation
Employers' Liability
Commercial General Liability
Bodily Injury and
Property Damage
Automobile Liability:
Bodily Injury and
Property Damage
Professional Liability Insurance
Limits of Liability
Statutory
$500,000 Each Accident
$1,000,000 Combined Single Limit
$1,000,000 Combined Single Limit
$1,000,000 Each Claim
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ENGINEER will provide to CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE certificates as evidence of the
specified insurance within ten days of the date of this Agreement and upon each renewal of
coverage.
6.1.2 CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE and ENGINEER waive all rights against each other and their
officers, directors, agents, or employees for damage covered by property insurance during
and after the completion of ENGINEER's services.
6.2 Professional Responsibility
6.2.1 ENGINEER will exercise reasonable skill, care, and diligence in the performance of
ENGINEER's services and will carry out its responsibilities in accordance with customarily
accepted professional engineering practices. CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE will promptly
report to ENGINEER any defects or suspected defects in ENGINEER's services of which
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE becomes aware, so that ENGINEER can take measures to
minimize the consequences of such a defect. CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE retains all
remedies to recover for its damages caused by any negligence of ENGINEER.
6.3 Cost Opinions and Projections
6.3.1 Cost opinions and projections prepared by ENGINEER relating to construction costs and
schedules, operation and maintenance costs, equipment characteristics and performance, and
operating results are based on ENGINEER's experience, qualifications, and judgment as a
design professional. Since ENGINEER has no control over weather, cost and availability of
labor, material and equipment, labor productivity, construction Contractors' procedures and
methods, unavoidable delays, construction Contractors' methods of determining prices,
economic conditions, competitive bidding or market conditions, and other factors affecting
such cost opinions or projections, ENGINEER does not guarantee that actual rates, costs,
performance, schedules, and related items will not vary from cost opinions and projections
prepared by ENGINEER.
6.4 Changes
6.4.1 CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE shall have the right to make changes within the general scope of
ENGINEER's services, with an appropriate change in compensation and schedule only after
Fayetteville City Council approval of such proposed changes and, upon execution of a
mutually acceptable amendment or change order signed by the Mayor of the CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE and the duly authorized officer of ENGINEER.
6.5 Termination
6.5.1 This Agreement may be terminated in whole or in part in writing by either party in the event
of substantial failure by the other party to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement through
no fault of the terminating party, provided that no termination may be effected unless the
other party is given:
6.5.1.1 Not less than ten (10) calendar days written notice (delivered by certified mail, return
receipt requested) of intent to terminate,
6.5.1.2 An opportunity for consultation with the terminating party prior to termination.
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6.5.2 This Agreement may be terminated in whole or in part in writing by CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE for its convenience, provided that ENGINEER is given:
6.5.2.1 Not less than ten (10) calendar days written notice (delivered by certified mail, return
receipt requested) of intent to terminate,
6.5.2.2 An opportunity for consultation with the terminating party prior to termination.
6.5.3 If termination for default is effected by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, an equitable adjustment
in the price provided for in this Agreement shall be made, but
6.5.3.1 No amount shall be allowed for anticipated profit on unperformed services or other work,
6.5.3.2 Any payment due to ENGINEER at the time of termination may be adjusted to cover any
additional costs to CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE because of ENGINEER's default.
6.5.4 If termination for default is effected by ENGINEER, or if termination for convenience is
effected by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, the equitable adjustment shall include a reasonable
profit for services or other work performed. The equitable adjustment for any termination
shall provide for payment to ENGINEER for services rendered and expenses incurred prior to
the termination, in addition to termination settlement costs reasonably incurred by
ENGINEER relating to commitments which had become firm prior to the termination.
6.5.5 Upon receipt of a termination action under Paragraphs 6.5.1 or 6.5.2 above, ENGINEER
shall:
6.5.5.1 Promptly discontinue all affected work (unless the notice directs otherwise),
6.5.5.2 Deliver or otherwise make available to CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE all data, drawings,
specifications, reports, estimates, summaries and such other information and materials as
may have been accumulated by ENGINEER in performing this Agreement, whether
completed or in process.
6.5.6 Upon termination under Paragraphs 6.5.1 or 6.5.2 above CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE may
take over the work and may award another party an agreement to complete the work under
this Agreement.
6.5.7 If, after termination for failure of ENGINEER to fulfill contractual obligations, it is
determined that ENGINEER had not failed to fulfill contractual obligations, the termination
shall be deemed to have been for the convenience of CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE. In such
event, adjustments of the agreement price shall be made as provided in Paragraph 6.5.4 of
this clause.
6.6 Delays
6.6.1 In the event the services of ENGINEER are suspended or delayed by CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE or by other events beyond ENGINEER's reasonable control, ENGINEER
shall be entitled to additional compensation and time for reasonable costs incurred by
ENGINEER in temporarily closing down or delaying the Project.
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6.7 Rights and Benefits
6.7.1 ENGINEER's services will be performed solely for the benefit of CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE and not for the benefit of any other persons or entities.
6.8 Dispute Resolution
6.8.1 Scope of Paragraph: The procedures of this Paragraph shall apply to any and all disputes
between CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE and ENGINEER which arise from, or in any way are
related to, this Agreement, including, but not limited to the interpretation of this Agreement,
the enforcement of its terms, any acts, errors, or omissions of CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE or
ENGINEER in the performance of this Agreement, and disputes concerning payment.
6.8.2 Exhaustion of Remedies Required: No action may be filed unless the parties first negotiate.
If timely Notice is given under Paragraph 6.8.3, but an action is initiated prior to exhaustion
of these procedures, such action shall be stayed, upon application by either party to a court of
proper jurisdiction, until the procedures in Paragraphs 6.8.3 and 6.8.4 have been complied
with.
6.8.3 Notice of Dispute
6.8.3.1 For disputes arising prior to the making of final payment promptly after the occurrence of
any incident, action, or failure to act upon which a claim is based, the party seeking relief
shall serve the other party with a written Notice.
6.8.3.2 For disputes arising within one year after the making of final payment, CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE shall give ENGINEER written Notice at the address listed in
Paragraph 6.14 within thirty (30) days after occurrence of any incident, accident, or first
observance of defect or damage. In both instances, the Notice shall specify the nature
and amount of relief sought, the reason relief should be granted, and the appropriate
portions of this Agreement that authorize the relief requested.
6.8.4 Negotiation: Within seven days of receipt of the Notice, the Project Managers for CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE and ENGINEER shall confer in an effort to resolve the dispute. If the
dispute cannot be resolved at that level, then, upon written request of either side, the matter
shall be referred to the President of ENGINEER and the Mayor of CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE or his designee. These officers shall meet at the Project Site or such other
location as is agreed upon within 30 days of the written request to resolve the dispute.
6.9 CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE represents that it has sufficient funds or the means of obtaining
funds to remit payment to ENGINEER for services rendered by ENGINEER.
6.10 Publications
6.10.1 Recognizing the importance of professional development on the part of ENGINEER's
employees and the importance of ENGINEER's public relations, ENGINEER may prepare
publications, such as technical papers, articles for periodicals, and press releases, pertaining
to ENGINEER's services for the Project. Such publications will be provided to CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE in draft form for CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's advance review. CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE shall review such drafts promptly and provide CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE's comments to ENGINEER CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE may require
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deletion of proprietary data or confidential information from such publications, but otherwise
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE will not unreasonably withhold approval. The cost of
ENGINEER's activities pertaining to any such publication shall be for ENGINEER's
account.
6.11 Indemnification
6.11.1 CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE agrees that it will require all construction Contractors to
indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE and ENGINEER from and
against any and all loss where loss is caused or incurred or alleged to be caused or incurred in
whole or in part as a result of the negligence or other actionable fault of the Contractors, or
their employees, agents, Subcontractors, and Suppliers.
6.12 Ownership of Documents
6.12.1 All documents provided by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE including original drawings, CAD
drawings, estimates, field notes, and project data are and remain the property of CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE. ENGINEER may retain reproduced copies of drawings and copies of
other documents.
6.12.2 Engineering documents, computer models, drawings, specifications and other hard copy or
electronic media prepared by ENGINEER as part of the Services shall become the property
of CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE when ENGINEER has been compensated for all Services
rendered, provided, however, that ENGINEER shall have the unrestricted right to their use.
ENGINEER shall, however, retain its rights in its standard drawings details, specifications,
databases, computer software, and other proprietary property. Rights to intellectual property
developed, utilized, or modified in the performance of the Services shall remain the property
of ENGINEER.
6.12.3 Any files delivered in electronic medium may not work on systems and software different
than those with which they were originally produced. ENGINEER makes no warranty as to
the compatibility of these files with any other system or software. Because of the potential
degradation of electronic medium over time, in the event of a conflict between the sealed
original drawings/hard copies and the electronic files, the sealed drawings/hard copies will
govern.
6.13 Notices
6.13.1 Any Notice required under this Agreement will be in writing, addressed to the appropriate
party at the following addresses:
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's address:
113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701
ENGINEER's address:
909 East Rolling Hills Drive, Ste A
Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703
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6.14 Successor and Assigns
6.14.1 CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE and ENGINEER each binds himself and his successors,
executors, administrators, and assigns to the other party of this Agreement and to the
successors, executors, administrators, and assigns of such other party, in respect to all
covenants of this Agreement; except as above, neither CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE nor
ENGINEER shall assign, sublet, or transfer his interest in the Agreement without the written
consent of the other.
6.15 Controlling Law
6.15.1 This Agreement shall be subject to, interpreted and enforced according to the laws of the
State of Arkansas without regard to any conflicts of law provisions.
6.16 Entire Agreement
6.16.1 This Agreement represents the entire Agreement between ENGINEER and CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE relative to the Scope of Services herein. Since terms contained in
purchase orders do not generally apply to professional services, in the event CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE issues to ENGINEER a purchase order, no preprinted terms thereon shall
become a part of this Agreement. Said purchase order document, whether or not signed by
ENGINEER, shall be considered as a document for CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's internal
management of its operations.
SECTION 7 - SPECIAL CONDITIONS
7.1 Additional Responsibilities of ENGINEER
7.1.1 CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE's review, approval, or acceptance of design drawings,
specifications, reports and other services furnished hereunder shall not in any way relieve
ENGINEER of responsibility for the technical adequacy of the work. Neither CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE's review, approval or acceptance of, nor payment for any of the services
shall be construed as a waiver of any rights under this Agreement or of any cause of action
arising out of the performance of this Agreement.
7.1.2 ENGINEER shall be and shall remain liable, in accordance with applicable law, for all
damages to CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE caused by ENGINEER's negligent performance of
any of the services furnished under this Agreement except for errors, omissions or other
deficiencies to the extent attributable to CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE or CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE-furnished data.
7.1.3 ENGINEER's obligations under this clause are in addition to ENGINEER's other express or
implied assurances under this Agreement or State law and in no way diminish any other
rights that CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE may have against ENGINEER for faulty materials,
equipment, or work.
7.2 Remedies
7.2.1 Except as may be otherwise provided in this Agreement, all claims, counter -claims, disputes
and other matters in question between CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE and ENGINEER arising
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out of or relating to this Agreement or the breach thereof will be decided in a court of
competent jurisdiction within Arkansas.
7.3 Audit: Access to Records
7.3.1 ENGINEER shall maintain books, records, documents and other evidence directly pertinent
to performance on work under this Agreement in accordance with generally accepted
accounting principles and practices consistently applied in effect on the date of execution of
this Agreement. ENGINEER shall also maintain the financial information and data used by
ENGINEER in the preparation of support of the cost submission required for any negotiated
agreement or change order and send to CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE a copy of the cost
summary submitted. CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, the State or any of their authorized
representatives shall have access to all such books, records, documents and other evidence for
the purpose of inspection, audit and copying during normal business hours. ENGINEER will
provide proper facilities for such access and inspection.
7.3.2 Records under Paragraph 7.3.1 above, shall be maintained and made available during
performance on assisted work under this Agreement and until three years from the date of
final payment for the project. In addition, those records which relate to any controversy
arising out of such performance, or to costs or items to which an audit exception has been
taken, shall be maintained and made available until three years after the date of resolution of
such appeal, litigation, claim or exception.
7.3.3 This right of access clause (with respect to financial records) applies to:
7.3.3.1 Negotiated prime agreements:
7.3.3.2 Negotiated change orders or agreement amendments in excess of $10,000 affecting the
price of any formally advertised, competitively awarded, fixed price agreement:
7.3.3.3 Agreements or purchase orders under any agreement other than a formally advertised,
competitively awarded, fixed price agreement. However, this right of access does not
apply to a prime agreement, lower tier subagreement or purchase order awarded after
effective price competition, except:
7.3.3.3.1 With respect to record pertaining directly to subagreement performance, excluding
any financial records of ENGINEER;
7.3.3.3.2 If there is any indication that fraud, gross abuse or corrupt practices may be involved;
7.3.3.3.3 If the subagreement is terminated for default or for convenience.
7.4 Covenant Against Contingent Fees
7.4.1 ENGINEER warrants that no person or selling agency has been employed or retained to
solicit or secure this Agreement upon an agreement of understanding for a commission,
percentage, brokerage or continent fee, excepting bona fide employees or bona fide
established commercial or selling agencies maintained by ENGINEER for the purpose of
securing business. For breach or violation of this warranty, CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE shall
have the right to annul this Agreement without liability or at its discretion, to deduct from the
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contract price or consideration, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such commission,
percentage, brokerage, or contingent fee.
7.5 Gratuities
7.5.1 If CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE finds after a notice and hearing that ENGINEER or any of
ENGINEER's agents or representatives, offered or gave gratuities (in the form of
entertainment, gifts or otherwise) to any official, employee or agent of CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE, in an attempt to secure an agreement or favorable treatment in awarding,
amending or making any determinations related to the performance of this Agreement, CITY
OF FAYETTEVILLE may, by written notice to ENGINEER terminate this Agreement. CITY
OF FAYETTEVILLE may also pursue other rights and remedies that the law or this
Agreement provides. However, the existence of the facts on which CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE bases such finding shall be in issue and may be reviewed in proceedings
under the Remedies clause of this Agreement.
7.5.2 In the event this Agreement is terminated as provided in Paragraph 7.5.1, CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE may pursue the same remedies against ENGINEER as it could pursue in
the event of a breach of the Agreement by ENGINEER As a penalty, in addition to any other
damages to which it may be entitled by law, CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE may pursue
exemplary damages in an amount (as determined by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE) which
shall be not less than three nor more than ten times the costs ENGINEER incurs in providing
any such gratuities to any such officer or employee.
7.6 Arkansas Freedom of Information Act
7.6.1 City contracts and documents, including internal documents and documents of subcontractors
and sub -consultants, prepared while performing City contractual work are subject to the
Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). If a Freedom of Information Act request is
presented to the CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ENGINEER will do everything possible to
provide the documents in a prompt and timely manner as prescribed in the Arkansas Freedom
of Information Act (A.C.A. §25-19-101 et seq.). Only legally authorized photocopying costs
pursuant to the FOIA may be assessed for this compliance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS by and through its Mayor, and
ENGINEER, by its authorized officer have made and executed this Agreement as of the day and year first
above written.
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS
By .
Mayor, Molly Rawn
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Title: Executive Director
END OF AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
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CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE
ARKANSAS
MEETING OF JUNE 17, 2025
CITY COUNCIL MEMO
2025-754
TO: Mayor Rawn and City Council
THRU: Chris Brown, Public Works Director
FROM: Alan Pugh, Staff Engineer
SUBJECT: Approval of a contract for professional services with the Watershed Conservation
Resource Center for streambank erosion assessment and stream and riparian
restoration activities along portions of upper Clear Creek Basin within the Illinois
River Watershed for a not to exceed fee of $102,025 and approval of a budget
adjustment.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of a contract for professional services, pursuant to RFQ-25-01, selection 6, with
the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for streambank erosion assessment and stream and riparian
restoration activities along portions of upper Clear Creek Basin within the Illinois River Watershed for a not to
exceed fee of $102,025 and approval of a budget adjustment.
BACKGROUND:
On December 15, 2020 the City council approved resolution number 309-20 approving task order #7 with the
Watershed Conservation Resource Center (WCRC) for design and construction observation services
associated with the restoration of two projects within the City of Fayetteville. These projects were approved
within an EPA Wetland Program Development Grant (WPDG) awarded to the City and approved by City
Council by resolution 308-20 on December 15, 2020. The projects identified at that time as a potential for
grant funds were as follows and were to be completed as funding allowed:
• Scull Creek just north of Van Asche Drive: includes damage to private property from large cut banks.
• Niokaska Creek downstream of Azalea Terrace: Includes an "s" turn in which a large amount of erosion
is taking place and beginning to threaten private structures
• Within existing park land on a tributary to Flynn Creek near N Brookbury Crossing which also includes
damage to private property
• Clear Creek directly downstream of Lake Fayetteville: includes damage to both public and private
property
This grant was obtained with the assistance of the Watershed Conservation Resource Center (WCRC) under
the January 3, 2019 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This MOU was approved for a term of 5 years
and establishes a general framework of cooperation to seek funding, conduct stream restoration projects and
to work together on non -point source related pollution issues.
DISCUSSION:
Mailing address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
While the project and original contract are ongoing, an amendment to the contract is necessary to include
additional services. Since the expiration of the referenced MOU, purchasing has recommended that these
services be selected through the same procurement process as other professional services. In accordance
with this process, Watershed Conservation Resource Center was selected through RFQ-25-01, selection 6 to
continue their efforts with the design and construction observation associated with this grant. The attached
contract contains approximately $52,025 in funding from the original agreement, which will be re -allocated to
this agreement as well as an additional $50,000 for additional design, reporting, flood studies and construction
administration.
Please note that the funding was not sufficient to cover all of the projects identified in the original grant
application. The restoration of Niokaska Creek downstream of Azalea has recently been completed and the
restoration of Scull Creek north of Van Asche is under final design and permitting and should be under
construction this summer. The restoration of Rocky Branch in Brookbury was recently completed in
cooperation with the Illinois River Watershed Partnership outside of this grant. Additional funding and grant
opportunities will need to be identified prior to the design and construction of the remaining project on Clear
Creek.
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
The required additional funding will be taken from the 2022 Drainage Bond Program.
ATTACHMENTS: 3. Staff Review Form, 4. Budget Adjustment, 5. RFQ 25-01, Selection 6 - Final Vote, 6.
WCRC Stream Restoration Services
Mailing address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
== City of Fayetteville, Arkansas
y 113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479)575-8323
- Legislation Text
File #: 2025-754
A RESOLUTION TO AWARD RFQ #25-01, SELECTION #6, AND AUTHORIZE A
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE WATERSHED
CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $102,025.00
FOR STREAMBANK EROSION ASSESSMENT AND RESTORATION ACTIVITIES ALONG
THE UPPER CLEAR CREEK BASIN, AND TO APPROVE A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
WHEREAS, on December 15, 2020, the City Council approved Resolution 308-20 which authorized
acceptance of an EPA Wetland Program Development Grant awarded to the City; and
WHEREAS, also on December 15, 2020, the City Council approved Resolution 309-20 approving Task
Order #7 with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for design and construction observation
services associated with stream restoration projects within the City; and
WHEREAS, Watershed Conservation Resource Center was selected pursuant to RFQ 25-01, selection
#6 to provide additional design and construction observation services associated with this grant and Task
Order #7.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby awards RFQ #25-01,
Selection #6, and authorizes Mayor Rawn to sign a professional engineering services agreement with the
Watershed Conservation Resource Center in an amount not to exceed $102,025.00 for streambank
erosion assessment and stream and riparian restoration activities along the upper Clear Creek Basin
within the Illinois River Watershed.
Section 2: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby approves a budget
adjustment, a copy of which is attached to this Resolution.
Page 1
Chris Brown
Submitted By
City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2025-754
Item ID
6/17/2025
City Council Meeting Date - Agenda Item Only
N/A for Non -Agenda Item
5/27/2025 ENGINEERING (621)
Submitted Date Division / Department
Action Recommendation:
Approval of a contract for professional services with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for a not to
exceed fee of $102,025 for streambank erosion assessment and stream and riparian restoration activities along
portions of upper Clear Creek Basin within the Illinois River Watershed and approval of a budget adjustment.
4704.860.7426-5860.02
Account Number
46040.7426
Project Number
Budgeted Item? Yes
Does item have a direct cost? Yes
Is a Budget Adjustment attached? Yes
Purchase Order Number:
Change Order Number:
Original Contract Number: 2020-84
Comments:
Budget Impact:
2022 Drainage Projects Bond
Fund
Stream Restoration -EPA Grant
Total Amended Budget
Expenses (Actual+Encum)
Available Budget
Item Cost
Budget Adjustment
Remaining Budget
Project Title
$ 293,425.00
$ 216,045.95
Is 77,379.05
$ 102,025.00
$ 50,000.00
25,354.05
V20221130
Previous Ordinance or Resolution # 309-20
Approval Date: 12/15/2020
City of Fayetteville, Arkansas - Budget Adjustment (Agenda)
Budget Year Division Adjustment Number
ENGINEERING (621)
/Org2
2025
Requestor: Chris Brown
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT DESCRIPTION / JUSTIFICATION:
Approval of a contract for professional services with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for a not to exceed fee of
$102,025 for streambank erosion assessment and stream and riparian restoration activities along portions of upper Clear
Creek Basin within the Illinois River Watershed and approval of a budget adjustment.
COUNCIL DATE: 6/17/2025
ITEM ID#: 2025-754
Kevin Springer
512912025 4:77 Pln
Budget Division Date
TYPE: D - (City Council)
JOURNAL #:
GLDATE:
RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE CHKD/POSTED:
TOTAL - - v.2025513
Increase / (Decrease) Project.Sub#
Account Number Expense Revenue Project Sub.Detl AT Account Name
4704.860.7999-5899.00 (50,000) 46040 7999 EX Unallocated - Budget
4704.860.7426-5860.02 50,000 - 46040 7426 EX Capital Prof Svcs - Engineering/Architecture
I of 1
SELECTION COMMITTEE -VOTING RESULTS
CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE
ARKANSAS
RF025-01,Selection 6-Stream
Selection Description:
Restoration Services
Selection Committee Date/Time: 4/10/2025 at 4:00 PM via Zoom
Firms are listed in alphabetical order
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2
3
Freese and Nichols, Inc.
Halff & Associates
Watershed Conservation
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Amanda Beilfuss,
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Date: /1-/A 5 Date: q / / 8 / Z5
APPENDIX A - COMPLETION OF EPA PROJECT: EROSION
ASSESSMENT AND STREAM RESTORATIN IN UPPER CLEAR CREEK
AND ILLINOIS RIVER WATERSHEDS
Project Description
The CITY in partnership with the WCRC developed and was awarded an EPA Region 6
Wetlands Development Program grant in 2020 to perform stream assessment work that will
evaluate streambank erosion and prioritize potential stream restoration sites along 6 miles
of stream corridor in the Clear Creek watershed. Portions of Mud Creek, Scull Creek, and
Niokaska Creek are included in the assessment. To date, the WCRC has completed a
majority of the work associated with the grant, including the design and implementation
oversight of a restoration project on Niokaska Creek near Azalea Terrace. Due to a variety
of causes the timeline was extended via a formal request to EPA and the cost of the work
has increased significantly over the course of the project. Extenuating circumstances
including significant unplanned expenses associated with floodplain hydraulics modeling
and general inflation associated with the extended nature of the project resulting from
rescheduling of project priorities to accommodate other City funded stream restoration work
have affected the project budget. This agreement will establish the conditions and funding
necessary to bring the EPA grant to a conclusion by September 30, 2025.
Section II - Project Timeframe
The WCRC will conduct the work over the period of the grant award which is June 15, 2025
to December 31, 2025.
Section III - Scope of Services
The WCRC will conduct the remaining activities found in the original workplan in
coordination with the City. The original workplan is included as Attachment 1. Remaining
activities to be performed by the WCRC will include, but are not limited to: 1) Finalization of
Design for site on Scull Creek 2) Obtaining floodplain development permits, including a
statement of no adverse affect for the proposed restoration work. 3) Completion of work
associated with the inventory of Riparian, Streambank, Wetland, and other Natural
Features; 4) Collection of post restoration streambank erosion and vegetation monitoring
information. 5) Development of bid documents for stream restoration bidding 6) Assistance
in materials procurement 7) Oversight and direction of construction activities 8) Oversight of
floodplain revegetation work and 9) Preparation of periodic reports and final report. The
work associated with this agreement will complete the full extent of the EPA workplan.
Section IV - Fees and Payments
WCRC will perform the above -referenced Scope of Services for $102,025 as detailed in the
attached project scope of work (Attachment 2). Reimbursements will be based on task
completion percentage.
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RECIPIENT:
PAYEE:
City of Fayetteville
City of Fayetteville
113 West Mountain Street
113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Fayetteville, AR 72701
EIN: 71-6018462
PROJECT MANAGER
EPA PROJECT OFFICER
EPA GRANT SPECIALIST
Alan Pugh
Sondra McDonald
Lakeia Robinson
113 West Mountain Street
1201 Elm Street, Suite 500, WDAS
Mission Support Division, MSDCA
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Dallas, TX 75270-2102
E-Mail: robinson.lakeia@epa.gov
E-Mail: apugh@fayetteville-ar.gov
E-Mail: mcdonald.sondra@epa.gov
Phone:214-665-2765
Phone: 479-575-8208
Phone: 214-665-7187
PROJECT TITLE AND DESCRIPTION
Erosion Assessment and Stream Restoration in the upper Clear Creek and Illinois River Watersheds
The City of Fayetteville, AR in partnership with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center proposes to complete the inventory of the riparian and stream
bank conditions of urban streams in the upper Clear Creek Watershed & demonstrate innovated techniques to restore stream channels riparian & natural
features including wetlands.
BUDGET PERIOD
PROJECT PERIOD
TOTAL BUDGET PERIOD COST
TOTAL PROJECT PERIOD COST
10/01/2020 - 12/31/2023
10/01/2020 - 12/31/2023
$430,000.00
I $430,000.00
NOTICE OF AWARD
Based on your Application dated 05/24/2019 including all modifications and amendments, the United States acting by and through the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) hereby awards $300,000. EPA agrees to cost -share 69.76% of all approved budget period costs incurred, up to and not exceeding
total federal funding of $300,000. Recipient's signature is not required on this agreement. The recipient demonstrates its commitment to carry out this award
by either: 1) drawing down funds within 21 days after the EPA award or amendment mailing date; or 2) not filing a notice of disagreement with the award terms
and conditions within 21 days after the EPA award or amendment mailing date. If the recipient disagrees with the terms and conditions specified in this award,
the authorized representative of the recipient must furnish a notice of disagreement to the EPA Award Official within 21 days after the EPA award or
amendment mailing date. In case of disagreement, and until the disagreement is resolved, the recipient should not draw down on the funds provided by this
award/amendment, and any costs incurred by the recipient are at its own risk. This agreement is subject to applicable EPA regulatory and statutory provisions,
all terms and conditions of this agreement and any attachments.
ISSUING OFFICE (GRANTS MANAGEMENT OFFICE)
AWARD APPROVAL OFFICE
ORGANIZATION / ADDRESS
ORGANIZATION / ADDRESS
Acquisition and Assistance Section
U.S. EPA, Region 6
1201 Elm Street, Suite 500
Water Division
Dallas, TX 75270-2102
1201 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75202
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY THE U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Digital signature applied by EPA Award Official James McDonald - Director, Mission Support Division
DATE
08/25/2020
Appendix A
Project Narrative
A. Cover Page
1. Project Title: Erosion Assessment and Stream Restoration in upper Clear Creek and Illinois
River Watersheds
2. Track II Application — FY20
3. Core Elements: I. Monitoring and Assessment and III. Voluntary Restoration and Protection
Actions: Core Element (CE) L Set 1: Goals a. Identify program decisions and long term
environmental outcome(s) that will benefit from a wetland monitoring and assessment program,
CE III. Set I Goals: b. Consider watershed planning, wildlife habitat, and other objectives when
developing your selection process restoration/protection sites, c. Provide clear guidance on
appropriate restoration and management techniques and success measures, CE III. Set 3:
Develop Strategy for Restoration a. Increase wetland acreage through restoration, c. Establish
partnerships to leverage additional protection, and CE III. Set 4: Refine Protection and
Restoration Strategies b. Monitor restoration sites to ensure that they are implemented and
managed correctly and linked to relevant watershed planning efforts.
4. Name of Applicant: City of Fayetteville, Arkansas, DUNS #07-565-7742
5. Key personnel and contact information:
Alan Pugh, PE, City of Fayetteville, apugh@fayetteville-ar.gov, (479) 575-8208
Sandi Formica, WCRC, formica@watershedconservation.org, (501) 352-5252
6. Geographic Location: Arkansas - Fayetteville, Washington County; HUC: I 1110103,
Illinois River Watershed, 12-digit HUC: 11110103-0201, Lake Fayetteville- Clear Creek and;
11110103-0202 Mud creek — Clear Creek
7. Total Project Cost: $430,000 Federal Dollars Requested: $300,000, Match: $130,000
Appendix A
8. Abstract/Project Summary: Assessing stream systems within our urban areas provides
important information to help conserve natural resources, protect water quality, and plan for
urban development. Restoring natural resources by demonstrating stream, riparian, and wetland
restoration within the priority watershed of Clear Creek protects water quality and expands and
improves ecosystem services. The City of Fayetteville in partnership with the Watershed
Conservation Resource Center proposes to complete an inventory of the riparian condition of 6
miles of urban streams that will include identifying streambanks with accelerated erosion, and
wetland features, prairies, and springs within the stream corridor. In addition, stream and
wetland restoration will be demonstrated using innovated techniques to restore the hydrology and
native vegetation in upper Clear Creek watershed, a major tributary of the Illinois River.
Section B: Project Description
1. Proiect Description
The City of Fayetteville (City) in partnership with the Watershed Conservation Resource
Center (WCRC) proposes to complete the inventory of the riparian and streambank conditions
for 6 miles of urban streams in the upper Clear Creek watershed and demonstrate innovated
techniques to restore stream channels, riparian, and natural features, including wetlands. Clear
Creek is an impaired stream and a major tributary that flows to the Illinois River, a water quality
protection priority for both Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Through the 6 mile riparian and streambank inventory of Clear Creek, unstable streambanks
and degraded wetlands will be identified and prioritized for restoration. Natural areas, such as,
springs, wetlands, and prairies will be identified for preservation. The data collected will be
made available to the City's Engineering and Planning Divisions, state government, and
watershed groups for evaluating proposed development, zoning, and watershed planning.
Appendix A
The impervious surfaces of the urban environment of the upper Clear Creek watershed have
resulted in increased stormwater runoff with streams enlarging three to four times. Innovative
restoration techniques that include using natural channel design principles to restore channel
hydrology and stabilize streambanks will be demonstrated. Native vegetation establishment in
riparian and wetland areas and on -going monitoring and maintenance practices to ensure long-
term success of stream restoration projects will be demonstrated. The stream channels and
riparian are over-whelmed with invasive vegetation, including bush honeysuckle, privet, and
winter creeper. Their dense understory completely blocks the sunlight, preventing native grasses
and wildflowers from growing in the forest or wetland plants from growing in seeps or wet
depressions along streams. The project will emphasize the importance of restoring riparian and
wetland areas with native plants and follow-up monitoring and maintenance as a critical
component of successful stream restoration projects. The following restoration -based activities
will be conducted:
1) Two to four unstable stream sites in the upper Clear Creek watershed will be selected and,
approximately, 650 feet of stream channel will be restored using natural channel design
principles that are a sustainable alternative to traditional engineering methods of hardening
stream channels with concrete and rip -rap.
2) Approximately 1,300 feet of riparian (10 to 25 ft width) will be restored by removing
invasive vegetation using mechanical removal and chemical treatment and revegetating with
plants native to the local ecoregion to reduce erosion and restore the local ecology.
3) When possible, riverine wetlands will be restored in floodplains adjacent to selected
restoration sites by creating small oxbows or depressions within large floodplains.
4) Sediment and phosphorus loading reductions will be monitored.
Appendix A
5) Both invasive and native vegetation will be monitored and reported to the ANHC.
6) The City and the WCRC will work with partners to conduct hands-on training workshops for
states/tribal/government agencies, environmental professionals and the general public.
a. Identification, selection, and establishment of native species of plants in riparian and
wetland areas to protect water quality and create wildlife habitat.
b. Safe removal techniques of invasive plants along streams
2. Description of Need
Over the past 30 years, Northwest Arkansas' population has tripled to over 400,000. Both
forested and agricultural lands have been converted to urban areas, increasing the amount of
impervious surfaces, which has increased runoff and intensified the magnitude and frequency of
high flow events in streams. The Upper Illinois River watershed and its headwaters are
characterized by this rapidly growing urban center from Fayetteville to Rogers and Bentonville,
Arkansas. The headwaters of Clear Creek begin in Springdale and Fayetteville and Mud Creek, a
major tributary of Clear Creek, drains a large area of Fayetteville. Smaller tributaries that flow
to Mud Creek are Skull Creek and Niokaska Creek and their watersheds lie in Fayetteville with
Skull Creek draining some of the oldest sections of the City. Clear Creek is an impaired stream
on the Arkansas Department of Environment Quality's 303 (d) list, and based on the `Watershed -
Based Management Plan for the Upper Illinois River Watershed, Northwest Arkansas,' the
Illinois River Watershed Partnership (IRWP) considers Clear Creek a priority for restoration to
reduce non -point source pollution and restore aquatic and terrestrial habitat. Also, the Illinois
River watershed is an Arkansas Natural Resource Commission priority for nutrient reduction.
Development has also resulted in the loss of wetlands, prairies, headwater streams, and
riparian features that are connected to the stream channels and needed for healthy stream
Appendix A
ecosystems. The WCRC in partnership with the City and through a USDA Natural Resource
Conservation Service grant has conducted a partial inventory of the Clear Creek watershed.
Surveying an additional six miles of stream and riparian will complete the entire Clear Creek
watershed inventory and provide additional information and data needed to restore disturbed
sites and to preserve high quality natural features. The City will use this data to help determine
their contribution to water quality improvements in the Illinois River from the restoration of
streams and wetlands.
The project demonstrates innovative techniques for addressing channel enlargement as an
alternative to traditional engineering approaches, such as, concrete and rip -rap. Restoration
utilizing innovative techniques based on natural channel design principles is a progressive
approach that will resolve the effects of channel enlargement, while improving water quality and
the local ecology. The headwater streams of Clear Creek watershed and the surrounding natural
features are choked with bush honeysuckle, privet, winter creeper and other invasive plants that
prevent establishment of native plants and populate Clear Creek and the Illinois River
watersheds with their seed. The density of these plants completely blocks sunlight and large
areas of the forest floor are absent plants outside of these shrubs. Removal of these invasive
plants is necessary, so that a healthy riparian based on the local ecoregion can be established.
This project will result in high quality restoration that includes channel, riparian, and riverine
wetland features and that will be monitored for both sediment and phosphorus reduction and
native plant establishment. The restoration of 650 feet of stream will address water resource
concerns by reducing sediment and nutrients by stabilizing streambanks using natural channel
design principles. It is expected that over 80% reduction of sediment and nutrients will be
achieved through the channel restoration. In addition, aquatic and terrestrial habitat will be
Appendix A
restored. 1,300 feet of riparian that currently has an understory that is mostly invasive vegetation
will be restored to native species of plants found in the Ozark Highlands ecoregion. Also,
riverine wetlands will be established when possible through creating an oxbow if a new channel
is constructed or a wet depression in the floodplain. The results of the demonstration will be used
to show the importance of including establishment of native plants based on ecoregions at
restoration sites and the use of natural channel design principles to stabilize streambanks. Local
residents, state/tribe/local government, and environmental professionals will be trained on how
to safely remove invasive species of plants and establish native species for streams and wetlands.
The Track II project supports Core Element I. Monitoring and Assessment and Activity Set 1:
Goals a. Identify program decisions and long term environmental outcomes) that will benefit
from a wetland monitoring and assessment program: The results will be used by NW AR Cities
and State agencies to assess areas that need restoration and encourage techniques that result in
water quality and habitat improvement including natural channel design, native plant
establishment, and long-term maintenance to create high -quality stream and wetland restorations.
The project supports Core Element IIL Voluntary Restoration and Protection and the following
Activities: Set 1 Goals: b. Consider watershed planning, wildlife habitat, and other objectives
when developing your selection process restoration/protection sites: The project is based on
watershed planning that promotes the protection of water quality and restores both aquatic and
terrestrial habitat in Clear Creek watershed, a priority area for restoration to protect the Illinois
River. Set 1: Goals c. Provide clear guidance on appropriate restoration and management
techniques and success measures: Training will be provided on the demonstrated innovative
techniques to local residents, state/tribes/local government, and environmental professionals. Set
3. Develop Strategy for Restoration a. Increase wetland acreage through restoration (re -
Appendix A
establishment): The project will result in a minimum of 650 feet of stream, 1,300 feet, and
riverine wetlands features restored. CE IIL Set 3. Develop Strategy for Restoration c. Establish
partnerships to leverage additional protection: Results will be shared with the IRWP along with
conservation organizations, environmental professionals, and state government to encourage
similar restoration and protection measures. Set 4: Refine Protection and Restoration Strategies
b. Monitor restoration sites to ensure that they are implemented and managed correctly and
linked to relevant watershed planning efforts: The restoration will be monitored and the data will
be used to implement adaptive management strategies during the project period, improve
restoration techniques for the area, and to evaluate the success of the project. Through the
partners, information will be incorporated into local watershed planning.
3. Project Tasks - The project tasks are summarized as follows:
Task 1: Development of Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP). A QAPP plan will be
developed to assure quality data collection. Responsible: WCRC Deliverable: Approved QAPP
Task 2: Conduct Inventory of Riparian, Streambank, Wetland, and other Natural Features
and prioritize streambank sites. The assessment of upper Clear Creek streams within the city
limits including Mud Creek and Niokaska Creek will be completed. 1) Conduct 6 mile inventory
of riparian and streambank conditions including a) collect riparian area information - presence of
wetland features, springs, prairie, forest coverage, and vegetation composition; b) evaluate
streambanks showing signs of accelerated erosion using Bank Erosion Hazard Index (BEHI)
method and Near Bank Shear Stress (NBSS); c) measure streambank height and length; and d)
evaluate riparian area width using GIS,. 2) Enhance existing erosion prediction curves — install
toe pins and measure erosion. 3) Create GIS data layer of stream, riparian, and natural features
data. Responsibilities: WCRC 1), 2) applicant will obtain landowner permission. Applicant &
Appendix A
WCRC 3). Deliverables: A summary of the inventory results with maps and updated erosion
prediction curve, prioritization results.
Task 3: Select Sites to be Restored in Upper Clear Creek watershed. 1) Two to four sites will be
selected for channel (650 feet) and riparian (1,300 feet) restoration and riverine wetlands will be
restored wherever possible. 2) Landowner agreements will be obtained for the restoration work.
Responsibility: Applicant and WCRC 1), 2) Deliverables: location map.
Task 4: Site Monitoring and Collection of Pre and Post Restoration Data. 1) Establish plant
monitoring sites along the riparian and natural features areas and collect data during two seasons
(late spring and late summer) at the following times: a) before restoration; b) following the
removal of invasive plants; and c) following channel restoration activities. 2) Establish sites for
measuring bank profiles and collect data before and after restoration. 3) Measure streambank
profiles and estimate streambank erosion rates before and after restoration. Responsibility:
WCRC, Applicant, - 1) with ANHC assist and WCRC - 2). Deliverable: plant monitoring data,
streambank monitoring locations, sediment & nutrient load estimates
Task 5: Native Plant Selection and Establishment. 1) Develop site re -vegetation plan; 2)
Remove invasive vegetation using mechanical and chemical methods. 3) Select native species
based on local ecoregion; identify native plant sources. 4) Incorporate native plants into the
riparian, natural features, and during construction of stream restoration. Responsibility: WCRC
1), 2) & 4) WCRC & ANHC 3). Deliverables: summary of invasive vegetation removal, list of
native species of plants, summary of native vegetation establishment.
Task 6: Develop Restoration Design. 1) Survey stream morphology and collect needed
topographic data. 2) Develop restoration plans. 3) Develop construction drawings. 4) Obtain
necessary permissions for construction including Corps 404 permit, ADEQ authorization, and
Appendix A
flood plain permit. Responsibility: WCRC — 1), 2), 3), & 4). Deliverables: Restoration plan,
construction drawings, 404 permit application, letter of "No -Rise"
Task 7. Construction of Restoration Design. 1) Procure construction materials and construction
contractor. 2) Prepare site for construction, including installation of safety fence, delivery of
materials and equipment, and stake site plan elevations; 3) Conduct construction oversight and
construct stream channel, structures, floodplains, and natural features. Responsibility: Applicant
- 1), WCRC - 2) & 3). Deliverables: Summary of demonstration project construction activities.
Task 8: Technology Transfer - Training Workshops and Outreach. 1) Provide two training
sessions on use of GIS data to City staff, local decision makers, watershed groups, and
state/tribe/local government. 2) Provide a total of four hands-on training workshops on a)
invasive vegetation removal along streams and b) native plant selection and establishment. 3)
Incorporate information into workshops and courses. Responsibility: Applicant & WCRC 1), 2),
3) & 4). IRWP will assist with 2) & 3). Workshop Agendas, Summary of Activities
Task 9: Administrative and Reporting. Project oversight and develop 1) quarterly reports and 2)
final report. Responsibility: Applicant. Deliverables: Quarterly and Final Reports
4. Milestone Schedule
Milestone/Task
Start Date
End Date
Product
1A: Develop Draft QAPP
11/01/20
01/31/21
Draft QAPP
1B: Finalize QAPP
02/01/21
03/31/21
Approved QAPP
2: Conduct Riparian Inventory
1) Inventory 6 miles of Mud Creek
04/01/21
05/31/21
Area/watershed map
2) Measure Erosion Rates
07/01/21
09/30/22
Inventory results
3) Add new data to existing City database
09/30/22
12/31/22
Expanded GIS Database
Appendix A
3: Select Restoration Sites
1) Select 2 to 4 Sites
2) Obtain Landowner Permission
02/01/21
04/30/21
03/31/21
05/31/21
Map of Project Sites
Signed Agreement
4: Restoration Site Monitoring
1) Select plant monitoring sites and
04/01 /21
06/30/21
Map of monitoring sites
collect data spring and summer
a. before restoration
04/30/20
09/30/21
List of plant species
b. following channel restoration
03/15/21
09/30/22
List of plant species
2) Select streambank erosion monitoring
04/01/22
06/30/22
Loading Estimate
sites & conduct BEHI/NBSS
3) Measure bank profiles
a. Before channel restoration
07/01/21
07/30/22
Estimate of load reduction
b. After channel restoration
10/01/22
10/31/23
Estimate of load reduction
5: Native Plant Establishment
1) Develop Site Vegetation Plan
04/01/22
08/31/22
Site vegetation plan
2) Remove invasive vegetation from
04/01/21
10/31/23
Summary of invasive plant
selected restoration sites
removal
3) Select and source native plant species
06/01/21
10/31/23
List of ecoregion-based
4) Incorporate native plants into the
plant species
restoration areas
a. Riparian and natural features
01/01/22
10/31/23
Summary of establishment
b. Constructed flood plains
09/30/22
10/31/23
Summary of establishment
Appendix A
6: Restoration Design Development
1) Survey Stream Morphology
11/01/21
03/31/22
Summary of data collected
2) Develop Restoration Plan
01/01/22
03/31/22
Restoration layout
3) Develop Construction Drawings
03/01/22
07/31/22
Construction drawings
4) Obtain necessary permissions
06/01/22
07/31/22
Letter of "No -Rise", 404
Permit, ADEQ STAA
7: Construct Restoration
1) Obtain construction matcrials
01/01/22
08/31/22
2) Site Preparation
06/01/22
07/31/22
3) Implement Restoration Plan
08/01/22
03/31/23
Summary of construction
8: Technology Transfer
1) Conduct training workshops
Workshop Agendas
a. Prioritization Data Use
01/01/23
11/30/23
Summary of workshops
b. Invasive Removal
04/01 /22
11/30/23
Summary of workshops
c. Native Plant Establishment
04/01/22
11/30/23
Summary of workshops
9: Reporting - Quarterly Report
01/30/21
10/31/23
Progress report
Final Report
10/01/23
12/31/23
Final report
5. Detailed Budget - If the applicant receives an award, the sub-award/sub-grant will be properly
awarded consistent with the applicable regulations in 40 CFR Parts 30 or 31. The applicant will
follow all appropriate procurement standards as required by EPA. The project budget is shown in
the table below. The award recipient will administer the grant and procure services. The sub -
award recipient, the WCRC, will execute major project tasks associated with this proposal,
because of their unique expertise in the area of natural channel design stream restoration, stream
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assessment, and native riparian vegetation management. Their budget is shown on line "h. and
detailed under "Other" Budget and their primary responsibilities are shown in Section B.3.
Project Budget
"Other" Budget
Object Class Cat.
Non-
Federal Federal
Total
Non -
Federal
Federal
Total
a. Personnel
$0
$0
$0
$103,169
$0
$103,169
b. Fringe
$0
$0
$0
$41,660
$0
$41,660
c. Travel
$0
$0
$0
$2,000
$0
$2,000
d. Equipment
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
e. Supplies
$0
$0
$0
$35,000
$50,000
$85,000
f. Contract
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
g. Construction
$80,000
$50,000
$130,000
$0
$0
$0
h. Other
$220,000
$80,000
$300,000
$0
$30,000
$30,000
1. Total Direct
$300,000
$130,000
$430,000
$181,829
$80,000
$261,829
j. Indirect
$0
$0
$0
$38,171
$0
$38,171
k. Totals
$300,000
$130,000
$430,000
$220,000
$80,000
$300,000
* Other Non -Federal Funding consists of in -kind match contributions from the IRAT ($30,000)
The federal, non-federal, and total cost for each project task identified in Section B.3 are:
Task 1. Develop QAPP (F-$5,000, NF-$0, T-$5,000); Task 2. Riparian Inventory (17415,000,
NF-$0 T-$15,000); Task 3. Select Restoration Sites (F-$5,000, NF-$0, T-$5,000); Task 4.
Restoration Site Monitoring (F-$20,000 NF-$0, T-$20,000); Task 5. Native Plant Establishment
(F-$32,500, NF-$30,000, T-$62,500); Task 6. Develop Restoration Design (F-$67,500, NF-$0,
T-$67,500); Task 7. Construction of Restoration Design (F-$125,000, NF-$100,000, T-
$225,000). Task 8. Technology Transfer (F-$12,000, NF-$0, T-$12,000), and Task 9. Reporting
(F-$18,000, NF-$0, T-$18,000).
Match for this project is in the form of cash and in -kind services provided by the applicant and
project partners. The applicant will provide $100,000 cash match that will be used for
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procurement of materials (rock, plants, erosion control, etc.), compensation for restoration
contractor, supplies and labor for the removal of invasive plants, and supplies and labor for the
establishment of native plants. The IRWP will provide $30,000 of in -kind cash match to assist
with procurement of plants and materials needed for riparian restoration activities.
6. Transfer of Results - Technology and information gained from this project will be transferred
through the following mechanisms. Data on native plant species will be provided to the ANHC
to be included in their state-wide tracking system. Hands-on training workshops will be held that
present innovative restoration techniques including ecoregion-based native plant establishment;
safe invasive vegetation removal along streams, and natural channel design principles.
State/tribes/local government wetland programs in surrounding area will be invited to participate.
Results will be integrated into local workshops and regional presentations at forums typically
attended by representatives from state/tribes/local government wetland programs. Site tours will
be given to individuals from local organizations, government offices, contractors, environmental
professionals, developers, community leaders, city planners and engineers, and civic leaders.
7. Outputs, Outcomes, and Tracking
i. Link to EPA Strategic Plan — These outputs and outcomes are directly linked to the EPA
Strategic Plan's Goal 2 — Protecting America's Water because data will be collected and
analyzed to provide information on the condition of streams and wetlands to local & state
government and watershed planners to restore and protect urban natural resources. This
information will be used to prevent the destruction of healthy sections of stream and wetlands
from urban development. Restoration efforts will be based on the results of this study, which
emphasizes maximizing sediment and nutrient load reductions from streambank erosion to
improve the water quality of streams within the Illinois River watershed. Water infrastructure is
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improved through the demonstration of stream channel, riparian, and natural features restoration,
which will reduce sediment and nutrients in the Illinois River watershed, while restoring aquatic
and terrestrial habitat in an urban environment. The City is committed to long-term success of
these types of project and will continue to support ongoing maintenance of the sites, so native
vegetation is established and a sustainable channel restoration is created. The workshops
supported by partnerships, on invasive removal, native vegetation establishment, and natural
channel design will provide training and demonstrate the project's innovative techniques to
state/tribes/local governments in the area.
H. Outputs - The expected environmental outputs are 1) Identification, for 6 miles of urban
streams: a) sites needing streambank, riparian, and/or wetland restoration and b) areas of stream
corridor that have unique environmental attributes, such as healthy riparian forest, wetlands,
springs, and/or prairie; 2) Maps and GIS data layer showing prioritized sites for restoration or
preservation to be used as a planning tool for the City, local watershed planning, and state
government; 3) Estimates of annual loading rates of sediment, phosphorus, and nitrogen from
streambank erosion for 6 miles of channel; 4) Development of restoration strategies for the
Illinois River watershed to integrate channel, riparian, and wetland features, water quality
protection, habitat improvement, ecoregion-based native plant establishment, and long-term
monitoring and maintenance of restoration sites to ensure longevity and healthy ecosystems will
be established; 5) Increase ecological services through the implementation of 650 ft of stream
and 1,300 ft of riparian restoration to demonstrate new and innovative approaches that include
the importance of invasive vegetation removal, methods for native vegetation establishment,
needed long-term vegetation management strategies, and natural channel design principles to
restore channel stability. 6) Restore riverine wetlands in adjacent floodplains to help retain and
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filter runoff; and 7) Develop training workshops for states/tribes/local government and residents
that utilize innovative techniques and provide information that contributes to a broader
understanding of streams and wetlands as ecosystems and the importance of native plants
establishment and maintenance s critical components of stream and wetland restoration; 8)
Development of monitoring data to demonstrate the effectiveness of restoration projects.
Outputs are linked to the EPA Strategic Plan because waters are cleaned through improved water
infrastructure in partnerships that support drinking water, aquatic ecosystems, & recreation.
W. Outcomes — The expected environmental outcomes from this project are 1) Improve the
decision making ability of the City and watershed planners in conducting restoration of streams,
wetlands, and riparian areas; preservation of healthy streams, wetlands, and other natural
features; and reduction of sediment and nutrients from streambank erosion to improve water
quality within the Illinois River watershed; 2) Improve City staff s ability to implement the
Streamside Protection Ordinance through the data and information collected; 3) Reduce the
sediment and phosphorus loadings from treated streambank erosion sites to Clear Creek by 80%;
4) Reduce invasive species of plants in the treated riparian areas by over 90%; 5) Increase
percentage of native plants along the riparian to 90%; 6) Increase quality of natural features on
the site; and 7) Increase understanding among state/tribe/local government and residents,
decision makers, and environmental professionals that a high quality restoration that improves
both water quality and habitat including a) as part of the design, the channel, riparian areas,
wetlands, and other natural features and b) native vegetation establishment and long-term
monitoring and maintenance are needed and should be part of the design and budget.
These outcomes are linked to the EPA Strategic Plan because the results will contribute to
aquatic ecosystems and water resources being restored.
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iv. Tracking Outputs & Outcomes: Outcomes 1) and 2) will be tracked by providing users of the
GIS data layer with a form in which they will described how they used the streambank and
natural feature inventory data. Outcomes 3) through 6) will be tracked using the project
monitoring with baseline conditions established prior to restoration. Outcome 7) will be tracked
by providing questionnaires to workshop participants before and after and comparing results.
8. Programmatic Capability/Technical Experience/Qualifications
i. Organizational Experience: The City of Fayetteville has been acknowledged for its
environmental awareness for many years and is currently recognized as leading the State of
Arkansas in sustainability and green infrastructure policies, including adopting the state's first
Invasive Species Ordinance in 2015 and the state's first Climate Action Plan in 2018. The City
partnered with the WCRC on several stream restoration projects that have been successful in
using natural channel design principles. These projects included evaluating streambank erosion
and examples can be found in Section F, Attachment i. The City supports ongoing maintenance
of stream restoration sites and establishment of native plants in parks to reduce maintenance and
enhance the natural settings. Additionally, the City has developed a city-wide phosphorus
reduction plan and has voluntarily restored several sections of streams based on the plan.
The Watershed Conservation Resource Center (WCRC) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit
organization whose mission is to protect, conserve, and restore natural resources. The co-
founders and principals of the WCRC, Sandi I Formica and Matthew Van Eps, have extensive
backgrounds and are leading regional experts in watershed management, watershed assessment,
stream stability analysis, natural channel restoration design and the utilization of GIS for
inventory and evaluation of natural resource condition. The staff has a broad range of experience
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with the watershed approach and has spent many years working throughout Arkansas on a
variety of watershed issues. The WCRC has 12 staff persons and is housed in Fayetteville, AR.
The WCRC is engaged in several watershed assessment and stream restoration projects in
Northwest Arkansas in which they've received funding and successfully designed and
constructed (Section F, Attachment i). Through follow-up monitoring and assessment, the
WCRC has developed their own innovative methods for vegetation establishment and long-term
maintenance of restorations using natural channel design principles in the Ozark Mountain
region where there are flashy, incised, steep -gradient streams. The WCRC is engaged in projects
that assess stream stability, assess streambank erosion, and develop streambank erosion
prediction curves to estimate pollutant loadings and reductions. In April of 2019, the Arkansas
Game & Fish Commission awarded the WCRC a "Conservation Award' in recognition of
extraordinary dedication and contributions to the conservation of Arkansas's fish, wildlife, and
natural resources and as a conservation leader in Northwest, Arkansas.
ii. Staffing Experience & Qualifications- The key personnel for this project are (See Att. ii):
Alan Pugh, P.E., CFM, Staff Engineer, City of Fayetteville — will serve as Project Coordinator.
Alan is the City's floodplain administer and he is responsible for storm water permitting, design,
stream restoration projects, grant management, and maintaining compliance with MS4 permits.
Alan has over 16 years of experience ranging from residential/commercial design projects to
various municipal projects including transportation and storm drainage.
• Sandi Formica, Executive Director, Watershed Conservation Resource Center, will serve as
Project Manager. Sandi manages the WCRC, a 501 (c) (3), and conducts project development,
design, and management, provides technical oversight, develops grants, and carries -out
watershed -based projects. She is a regional expert in watershed assessment and planning, river
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stability, stream restoration design, and innovative methods to establish native vegetation at
restoration sites. She is project manager of 15 successful stream restoration projects in NW AR.
• Matthew Van Eps, P.E., Associated Director, Watershed Conservation Resource Center, will
serve as Project Engineer. He is the lead design and project engineer for 15 stream restoration
projects that include watershed -based assessments and evaluation of the impacts of various land -
use activities on sediment and nutrient loading.
9. Partnership Information - The following organizations have agreed to partner:
1) Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission (ANHC) will provide technical assistance on
vegetation monitoring, plant species identification, and native plant selection and sources.
2) Illinois River Watershed Partnership (IRWP) will assist providing funding to help with the
native plant establishment and assist with workshops and outreach.
10. Past Performance — Completed in 2018, in partnership with the WCRC, the City has
successfully managed and met the commitments of two EPA Wetlands Program Development
Grants: 1) FYI 4, an "Inventory of Riparian & Streambank Conditions of Urban Streams" was
successfully completed in which streambank and riparian conditions of over 28 miles of urban
streams was evaluated, streambank erosion prediction curves were developed that estimate
sediment and nutrient loadings from streambank erosion, wetlands, prairies, springs, and
streambanks in need of restoration were identified. The WCRC worked with the City's GIS staff
to create a data layer so the information is available to the City's departments, watershed groups,
and state/local government. Outputs from this project are being used to improve decision -making
ability concerning proposed developments, protection of natural features, priorities when
restoring streams, wetlands, and riparian areas, and estimates of the reduction of sediment and
nutrients from streambank erosion to improve water quality within the Illinois River and Beaver
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Lake watersheds. Outcomes met include 1) a redesign of a section of Cato Springs Branch in
which approximately 800 feet of channel was going to be destroyed and replaced with a shorter,
straight, trapezoidal channel and 2) natural feature information led to the discovery of new
locations of aquatic species of greatest conservation concern and rare plants.
Completed in 2017, the WCRC in partnership with the City completed an EPA Section 319
grant, administered by ANRC, to restore a 1,250 long eroding riverbank on the White River near
Fayetteville. Environmental outputs were the WCRC designed & constructed a natural channel
design based riverbank restoration project that reduced lateral erosion, reduced sediment and
nutrient loads, and enhanced the aquatic/terrestrial habitat. This project helped to reduce
sediment and nutrient loadings to the White River. The estimated load reductions achieved by
this project are 4,700 ton/yr and 4,200 lb/yr of for sediment and phosphorus, respectively.
Environmental outcomes were met with a 98% annual reduction in sediment and nutrient loads.
Completed in the summer of 2016, the WCRC in partnership with the City successfully
designed and implemented a stream restoration on Ground Cherry Creek using EPA Section 319
grant funds. This restoration achieved multiple beneficial objectives using a natural channel
design approach resulting in the restoration of 2,000 feet of degraded stream. The WCRC
successfully managed this project and met all reporting requirements. Environmental outcomes
were met as sediment and nutrient loads were reduced annually by 98%.
C. Restoration Demonstration Project Information -. This project has a demonstration
component. Headwater streams in Clear Creek watershed within the City have enlarged as a
response to watershed changes, predominately the conversion of forest and pasture to residential
and commercial development sites with large areas of impervious surfaces. Accelerated
streambank erosion is found throughout the City and it contributes both sediment and nutrients to
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Clear Creek and the Illinois River. In addition to stabilizing the channel using natural channel
design principles, the invasive vegetation must be carefully removed and replaced with native
species of plants that can also prevent accelerated streambank erosion. Planting techniques that
will be demonstrated along with the construction of soil lifts as flood plains will provide stability
and give the vegetation time to establish. The WCRC will irrigate during the summer months,
continue with invasive vegetation control, plant additional native when needed, and will repair
damage from storm flows if needed. The City financially supports the WCRC to conduct long-
term inspection and maintenance, so beyond this project, the WCRC expects to continue site
monitoring and maintenance for at least five years. Watershed changes and flooding are
considered in design. Erosion monitoring data will be used to estimate sediment and nutrient
load reductions to the watershed. The following permits will be obtained: 1) USACE Section 404
permit; 2) floodplain development permit; and 3) ADEQ temporary authorization.
D. Quality Assurance / Quality Control -The applicant will be collecting environmental data to
determine streambank erosion rates and sediment and nutrient delivery, monitor plant
communities, and to develop the restoration design. In order to comply with Quality Assurance
and Quality Control (QAQC) requirements, the applicant will develop and submit within the first
three months of the project period, a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP).
E. Invasive Species Control - The applicant will monitor and work towards the elimination of
invasive species from the site and will not introduce any to the site. Experienced project partners
will provide assistance in developing invasive species control plan. If invasive species are
detected or populations promoted in any way, the recipient will respond
F. Attachments
i Maps and Restoration Examples
ii. Staff Resumes
iii. Commitment Letters
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Example of Urban Stream Restoration Design and Implementation Performed by the WCRC. This project is located on Ground
Cherry Creek in Southwest Fayetteville. Changes to the landscape resulted in a degraded stream with significant lateral erosion
and vertical channel instability (Before Photos on Left). The WCRC implemented a restoration design to provide stability to the
channel and improve aquatic and terrestrial habitat (After Photos on Right). The work was completed in 2016 under an EPA
Section 319(h) Grant administered by Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.
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WHITE RIVER ASSESSMENT AND RESTORATION
The Watershed Conservation Resource Center (WCRC) worked with project
Project Partners partners to stabilize a riverbank on the White River near the Nolan Wastewater
Arkansas DEQ Treatment Plant in Fayetteville, AR. Beaver Reservoir is located only a few
Arkansas Natural Resource Commission miles downstream of the project site. The project was funded by an EPA
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Section 319(h) grant administered by the Arkansas Natural Resources
Watershed Conservation Resource Center Commission with matchingfunds provided b the City of Fayetteville and other
City of Fayetteville, Arkansas P Y Y Y
Beaver Water District project partners. Implementation of the bank stabilization plan began in
Beaver Watershed Alliance October 2015 and was completed in December 2016.
Background: The White River, located in Northwest Arkansas, forms Beaver Lake, which is the primary
drinking water source for over 400,000 people in NW Arkansas. The Arkansas Department of Environmental
Quality placed the White River on the 1998 State 303(d) list of impaired waterways citing sedimentation and
turbidity issues as a result of surface erosion, which includes streambank erosion, as the cause. As of 2017, the
White River remains on the impaired list. Measurement of erosion indicated that the bank was retreating at an
average rate of over 8 ftlyr generating over 4,800 tons of sediment each year. Erosion of the riverbank also
contributed over 11,000 lb of total nitrogen and over 4,000 lb of total phosphorus to the waterway yearly.
Design & Implementation: The WCRC utilized natural channel design principles to develop the restoration
plan. Streamline Environmental, LLC of Magnolia Springs, AL constructed the channel to specific dimensions
designed to restore the river to a stable form based on local reference reach data. A 'toe wood' bench was
designed and constructed using large trees, boulders, and gravel. Trees for the project were salvaged from local
construction developments. The edge of the bench, with exposed root wads and boulders provides excellent fish
habitat and also reduces the power of the passing floodwaters.
The use of native vegetation is a critical component of the stabilization design. Soil layers consisting of topsoil
wrapped in a coconut fiber blanket, were constructed on top of the two benches, provide a medium for plants to
take root and grow and provide additional weight to secure the trees used in the structure. These soil lifts were
seeded with a mix of native riparian seed types. Approximately 500 trees, 4,000 shrubs, and 1,000 grass plugs.
Maturing plants help to bind the structure through root growth and will also help to dissipate water velocity as the
leaves, branches, and stems of the plants interact with flood waters.
Post Restoration: The restored bank provides water quality benefits almost immediately following
construction. Several floods have taken place since the completion of heavy construction and inspections
conducted indicated that no erosion occurred along the previously eroding riverbank. For more information, visit
www.watershedconservation.ora or contact the WCRC at (479) 444-1916.
Appendix A
WHITE RIVER ASSESSMENT AND RESTORATION
Clockwise from top left: A. The 184t tall cut -bank at the project site was eroding at an average rate
of 8 ft/yr generating an estimated 4,800 tonlyr of sediment. B. The river bank was stabilized using
a combination of boulders, trees, and gravel to construct a toe wood bench that slows water near
the bank and improves aquatic habitat. C. Approximately 1,200 feet of toe wood was installed
along the bank. D. WCRC staff planted over 5,500 native trees, shrubs, and grasses along the
stabilized bank and in the adjacent riparian area. E. Two bench levels, the inner berm and bankfull,
were designed to protect the river bank at a variety of flow rates. F. The completed stabilization
project with increasing vegetation density in September 2017.
The Watershed Conservation Resource Center (WCRC) is anon profit organization whose mission is to protect, restore and
conserve natural resources using a watershed approach. The WCRC would like to thank their project partners, City of
Fayetteville, Arkansas Natural Resources Commission, Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality, U.S. EPA Region
6. Beaver Water District, and Beaver Watershed Alliance for their contributions.
Appendix A
-man Pugh. P.E.
125 W Mountain St
Fav-ettei-ille_ A-R 72701
479-575-8208, E-wail: avuzli &fati ettev ille-ar_goti
Education
Graduated Magna cum laude with Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Arkansas
Engineering Experience
August 2014-Present: Staff Engineer with the City of Fayetteville. Main duties include maintaining
compliance with the City s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4;) permit and National Flood
Insurance Program. Duties also include stormw-ater and floodplain design. management of stormwater
related design and construction projects and management of grant opportunities associated with these
projects. Marrs of the drainage projects include procurement of professional services, review and approval
of plans and specifications, coordination of the advertisement and bidding activities and construction
administration. This position also required coordination with other city departments, City Planning
Commission, City Council and outside agencies.
March 2013-July 2014: Engineering Director with the City of Springdale. While reporting to the Mayor of
Springdale, I was responsible for managing a team of engineers and inspectors dealing with multiple issues
that anse within a municipality of approximately 70,000 citi=ens. This includes developing and monitoring
budgets for the Engineering Department and oversight of the 2012 Bond Program which included the
projects listed below. This position also required coordination with other city departments, City Planning
Commission, City Council and outside agencies such as the Arkansas Highway and Transportation
Department, Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning and Federal Highway Administration. This position
also included the development and revision of department and city policies as well as ordinances within the
Engineering Departments responsibility.
June 2010-February 2013: Chief Engineering Coordinator with the City of Springdale. 'A'hle reporting to
the Director of Planning and Community Development, I was responsible for managing a team of engineers
and inspectors dealing with nxiltiple issues that anse within a municipality of approximately 70,000 citizens.
This position included management and oversight of portions of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
including street and drainage projects, drainage complaintslconcems submitted by citizens, development
review and approval. floodplain management and MS4 Permit Requirements. All street and drainage
projects included procurement of professional services, review and approval of plans and specifications to
ensure compliance with City requirements. coordination of the advertisement and bidding activities to
ensure compliance with state law and construction administration during the construction process.
January 2007-May 2010: Department Leader with CEI Engineenng Associates, Inc. Responsible for
managing a team of up to 15 individuals developing commercial retail sites. These responsibilities included
mentonng project managers in the same duties listed below to aide in the completion of projects. This also
included the added responsibility of being the engineer of record on most of the projects within my team.
Along with advising project managers on all levels of the vanous projects, daily activities included the
mentoring team members, review of storm water pollution prevention plans produced by CEI and other
consultants for various projects nationwide for compliance, review of drainage studies including flood
studies, review project plans, teaching in-house seminars regarding various technical and non -technical
aspects of engineering associated with our projects, consulting with other department and team menl)ers
regarding challenging aspects of their projects and dealing with the client daily to ensure compliance with
their expectations and requirements.
September 2002-December 2006: Project Manager with CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. Responsible for
managing a team of 3 engineersidesigners developing commercial retail sites. These responsibilities
included performing site feasibility studies, building project schedules utilizing Microsoft Project, monitoring
project schedules in order to ensure deadlines are met. developing project budgets, monitoring project
budgets during the course of the project. reviewing plans. reviewing and developing specifications.
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reviewing shop drawing submittals from contractor, reviewing and responding to requests for information
during construction, performing periodic site visits, performing punchlists after substantial completion of
construction and interacting with the client in order to meet their expectations. Duties also included
working closely with various permitting agencies from local to federal in order to obtain the proper
approvals to construct each project.
January 2001-August 2002: Project Engineer with CEI Engineering Associates. Inc. Responsible for all
aspects of commercial site development beginning with a conceptual site plan and ending with completion
of construction. These responsibilities also included producing site development plans, specifications.
hydrologic and hydraulic studies including flood studies, aiding in obtaining all pertinent site permits and
answering requests for information submitted by contractors during construction. Daily duties included
utilizing Pond Pak to produce drainage studies for each project, utili=ing HEC RAS to produce flood studies
for projects as needed, utilizing AutoCAD to produce project plans. utilizing Microsoft Word to develop
reports for the vanous studies and utilizing Microsoft Excel to develop opinions of probable costicost
estimates for the projects.
Projects
Municipal Projects
Wagon Wheel Road Improvements
Elm Springs Road Phase II Improvements
Don Tyson Parkway Interchange
Johnson Road Improvements
Various Trail Projects
Various Drainage Projects
2012 Bond Program: Street Projects, Park Projects and Fire Station Projects
Don Tyson Parkway Extension and'Aidening
561" Street Extension and'Jvidening
Relocation of Fires Station #2 and #3 and design of new Station #7
Design of the Southeast and Northwest Park Projects
Commercial Land Development
Wal-Mart Supercenters in Republic, MO: Nevada, MO; Pineville, MO; Marshall, MO; Cassville, MO:
Omaha, NE; Williston. ND; Coffeyville, KS
Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market in Bentonville, AR
Wal-Mart conceptuals in various cities including Moscow, Russia
Sam's Club Expansions in Fort Smith. AR and Cedar Rapids. IA
Wal-Mart Garden Center Expansions in Springdale, AR; Fayetteville, AR and Riverdale, UT
Wal-Mart parking area expansion in Rogers, AR: Atoka, OK= Hope, AR
Wal-Mart Pavement Evaluations in vanous cities/states
Family Dollar Stores in various citiesistates
Small shopping centers in Knoxville, IA and Carlsbad. NM
Certifi catio(VOrgan izab ons
Registered Professional Engineer in the states of .Arkansas. Missouri and Kansas
Member of ASPE and NSPE
Past President of N'A' Chapter of ASPE
Past President of State Chapter of ASPE
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Programs including 'Nord, Excel and Project, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, Pond Pak and
Hydraflow
Appendix A
Resume: Sandi J. Formica
Waltershed Cousei-vation
Ills. Formica is the co-founder and executive director of the Watershed
Resource Center
Conservation Resource Center. She lias a proven administrative ibihr_v in
the development. implementation and management of environmental
Executive Director
progrwus: super ision and evaluation of professional staff grant
developiilent. wanting and budgeting: and establishment of working
Years of Experience
relationships with a variety of government agencies. industries and the
Thirty-Eght
public. Demonstrated technical expertise of the watershed management
Education
approach: sediment and nutrient ,.watershed assessment: nonpoint and point
source pollution: development. execution and mlaanagement of special
M S.. 19L", Chemical Engineenng.
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville AR
environmental projects: data evaluation and interpretation: animal -waste
management system design and BI`IPs: identification of effective best
B.S. 1982 wth Honors. Chen,ica
Enginee^^g. Universty cf Arkansas
management practices: Rater quality monitoring: pollution prevention: and
Fayetteville AR
environmental chemical processes. Regional expert in stream restoration
Special Recognition
and assessment: environmental model development and assessment: TNIDL
Part^ers^ p for Environmental Exce'ence
development and implementatioli chemical analysis: environinental
Award EPA Regior'al;Proiect Manage•&
Co-Pr-ciple Investgato•for 319 P•oeas
reguilations: '-NPDES and state permitting: and technical report citing. NIS.
conducted n Buffalo River watershed;
Formica has special skills of effectively cominunicatmg
Recipient of the 2010 Gnger Tatem Award `or
scientific engineering data and natural environmental processes to non-
-
conservaton achevemeni orese^ted by the
Arkansas 1Yatershed Advisory Group
technical people and coordinating stakeholders to resolve environmental
issues She has created the Nlid-South Watershed Trailing Program. which
Synergistic Activities
has been providing training courses instrumental to watershed management
2ooD-100A chair Arkansas'Natershed
Advisory Group (AWAG is In fated ane help
to environmental professional throughout the country since 2005.
In
developed this m�ti-ager•cy & organizator
working group that assists waters^ec
Instrumental in mlplementmg the watershed approach in Arkansas by
pattnershgs in Arkansas
working directly with local comniurlltles and natural resource agencies.
2002 and 2004: co-chair and chair AWAG
Principal Investigator on several applied research projects including
Watershed Conference: Developed
organized, and camecout two state
watershed assessments which include data inventories. pollutant load
watershed conferences which `oc..sec on
estimates. source identification and prioritization- development of potential
environmental tra ^ ng and educate^
solutions. and',vatershed monitoring: evaluation of waste management
October21JD4: Arka^sas Gecnc—, ology
systems and BNIP implementation in protecting ,,Water. soil. and air quality:
Assessment Group: nit atec the rorrr ing of
this group of pro`essic^as to a^ccura}s
and development of local. volunteer -based programs which share resources
proje orator on ass ssnenctec ^agues and
proects in Arkansas
to provide improved manure handling and utilization to nuninlie impact to
environment and costs to farmers.
1992 - 20D9 inst:.aor presenter, d
coora nator, Environmental Outreach:
Throughout Arkansas has ceveoped
DET -MI.ED EIPERIE\ C E
presentations a^c t a ^ing materials along with
coore natr+g meetings & train ^g on wawshed
Executi-ve Director (December .00a to Present,).Watershed C ouserl-atiou
management, BMPs, a^d assessment
Resource Center M'CRC"). Little Rock. AIR. Oversee and manages nexvlv
Employment History
formed environmental non-profit organization. Responsible for project
Watershed ConseryResdu•ce Center,
Re-sou
design: grant xvritmQ: developing budgets: providing technical assistance:
December 21:�4 to preseese Arka^sas
Department of Env ronmental Qua ty, ' 992 to
and carn-ing- out watershed based projects. Current projects include a
20134 FTN Associates, LTD., 1499 to 1992
regional watershed education program for environmental professionals:
Aluminum Company of America, 1969
unpaved road sulrvey and Sediment evaluation -,stream bank erosion
St. Catherine's Indian School. 19E to 198fi
evaluation and prioritization: stream restoration design and implementation:
Badische Corporator, 1984 to 198E
University ofArka^sas, Chemical Enginee ing
and watershed sediment source and load estimate evaluation.
Department, 1981 to 1994
Appendix A
Resume: Sandi J. Formica
Eniironmental Preservation Di-ision Cltief (1Lay 2001 to December
Select Publications:200.1).
xkansas Department of EnNiromnental Qualitn-, Little Rock AR.
S.J. Formica, MA Van Eps M.A. Nelson,
Imaged non -regulatory. technically -based Division of 11 employees with
Cotter, Moms, Beck.
an annual budget Of $1 million The Division consisted Of three sections.
SeT.L
i tory'WFa-
waters^eel -Sediment Source Irventory a^c
Source
Eva ato-.' Proceedings-ASAE Conference
Environmental Projects, Environmental Outreach- and Program
SolutionsWatersheds.'
Wetlands, held ept
Wetlands, and Watersheds' held Septembe•
Development. Programs and projects from these sections include applied
12-15.2004, St. Paul MN.
research on effectiveness of best management practices at confined animal
MA. Van Eps, S.J_ Formica. T.L. Moms
Operations.- watershed assessments which Include evaluations of stream
J M. Beck A.S Cotter -Using a Bank
Eroson Hazard I x*x iBEHI} to Estimate
stability-. development and implementation of watershed approach which
Annual Sed ment Loads from Streambank
includes providing both planning and technical assistance to watershed
P P
Eroson ^ the'.West Fork White River
Watershed ' Proceedings from ASAE
groups: providing water quality training to both high school teachers and
Conference 'Set-Susta ning Solutons for
students stateivide: and the development Of an agency pollution prevention
Streams, Wetands, and Watersheds,' held
September 12-15, 2004, St. Paul MN.
program. 11111 programs and projects emphasize implementation. education_
Brye, K.R , T.L Moms, D.M. Miller, S.J.
and awareness. Cher 9000 public contacts were made in 200_' from
Formica, MA. Va^ Eps 2004 'Estimating
Bulk Densely in Vertically Exposed Stoney
Expo
Division technical transfer workshops. information meetings.
AIIuv an Using a Modified Excavation
presentations. poster sessions, organizational meetings_ and public
Method ' Journal of Environmental Quality
outreach events.Formica.
S.J.: Gese, J : Kresse, T M.
Moms- T.; and Van Eps, M A. 2001. 'Using
Program Support Manager (January- 1999 to April'_001), _arlcansas
Data Communication, and Education to
Department of En-vironmental Qualiti-, Little Rock. AR. Section'Manager.
Improve Swine Waste Management ^ the
Buffalo Rver Watershed.' Published in t^e
Watershed and Technical Support Section (AITSS), EnNironlnental
proceedings-2nd National Conference
Preser-vation Division. Responsible for the development- management. and
Nonpo nt So,uce Pollution Information 8
Educaton Programs May 15-17 Chicago, IL.
administration of the WTSS program to 1) provided technical expertise
Formica. S.J.. Anderson, W.M.; Van Eps,
and planning through proactive environmental projects that investigate
MA.; Morris T ; and Srivastava, Puneet
both the en-,7ronnlental and economic benefits of potential solutions and ?)
2001. A Communty Approach to Handing
and Utilizing Dairy Manure in the Buffalo
developed and implement state watershed strategies which focus on
River Watershed ' Proceeding of the Natural
voluntary participation- local stakeholder involvement. and Identlf}ing
Resource Agriculture. and Engineering
Service, -Dairy Manure Systems: Equipment
viable solutions. Coordinated. supervised and evaluated the XkTSS
and Technology.' Mar 20-22, Rochester, NY.
professional staff of five engineers anSecured
prog
d scientists. Sd filndin for
Formica. S.J.. Gese, J ; Kresse, T M.:
Moms T.: Van Eps, MA : and Anderson.
special projects including approximately two million dollars of
W M. 2D01 'Buffalo National Rive,
environmental ant to improve and protect the states natilral resources.
11 Pr
Watershed Partnerships to Improve Swine
Waste Management' EPA Section 319
Arkansas Department of Pollution Control & Ecolop-, Little Rock. AIR.
success Stones, Vol 3.
• Engineer 11 and Project Manager (Noi-199.1_Dec 1998). En�ironrnental
Srivastava, Puneet Formica. S.J ; and `Jan
Eps, M A 2001. 'A Watershed Approach to
Preservation Dnision
Assess t^e West Fork of the Wh to R ver'
• Inspection Engineer II (Feb 1992-Se 1994). Water Diiision
Abstract pubfshed in the proceec
Arka^sas.ValrResource Cente•, -TMC L
and Related Wate• Qual ty Issues
Chemical Engineer (July 1989 to February 1992). FT\ associates, LTD..
Conference- held April 3-d, Fayetteville AR
Little Rock. AR.
Pote, D.H. Reed, B.A; Daniel. T.C_; N cho s
D J.; Moore P.A., Jr._ Edwards. D.R ; and
Formica, S.J. 2001 'Water-0ualidy Effects of
Chemical Engineer (January 1989 to June 1989), :aluminum C ornpan-- of
Infiltration Rate a^c Manure Application Rate
krnerica, Bauate. AR.
for Sods Receiving Swine Manure.' Journal of
Soil and Water Conservation, Vol. 58. No 1.
Secondar Mathematics
atheatics and Science Teacher (August 1986 to JLay 1988),
Van Eps, M.A. Formica, S.J.. Kresse,T M. Czamomski, A; Moms, T: VanScha k
St. Catherine's Indian School Santa Fe. N1L
E.; Giese. J 1998. 'Survey of Arkarsas
Swine Liquid Waste Systems.' Proceedings
Chemical Engineer (Ma-v 1984 to August 1985). Badische Corporation.
from International Conference on Ag-cutural
Engineering' held in Oslo Norway. Pape, No.
Freeport, TX
98-E-017
Formica, S.J.: J.A. Baron L.T. Thibodeaux
Research and Departmental Assistant (:august 1981 to April 1984).
a^d LT Valsaraj 1986. PCB Transport nto
Chemical Engineering Department, t inn ersitN of Ar kansas. Fay etteNille.
Lake Sediments; Conceotual Model and
Laboratory Simulation. Env. Science and
�R.
Tech, Vol 22, No. 12, p 1435.
Appendix A
Resume: Matthew A. Van Eps. PE
Matthew Van Eps- PE. is the associate director and co-founder of the
Watershed Conservation Resource Center. fir.' pan Eps has a diverse
and unique work experience history that has facilitated the development
of specialized watershed assessment, conservation and restoration skills.
He is the project engineer for several stream restoration designs and
implementation projects in Arkansas. His background has served to
develop his understanding of the physical. chemical. biological- and
anthropogenic processes affecting watershed resources. He has been a
project engineer on numerous watershed assessment projects in both
rural and urban settings. He was also the project engineer for several
projects that ei.altuated the implementation of BNIPs to reduce the impact
of confined animal operation on water quality in Arkansas. Nlr. Van Eps
has a broad background in watershed management and has expertise iu
many aspects of the field including assessment. regulatory issues- stream
stability analysis, stream restoration design practices. integration of
stakeholder involvement. nutrient management. non -point source
pollution: and BNIP identification and implementation.
ssociare Director (Decetnber 2004 to Present). R atershed Conservation
Resow,ce C enter (IN-CRO. little Rock AR
Provides technical. engineering. and project design expertise for
recognized environmental nonprofit organization. Strew restoration
design development and implementation project engineer. Responsible
for all GIS applications: restoration design: and field data collection.
Assists with budgeting: grant development: and project development.
Engineer PE, EnNirontnental Projects Section Manager. AR Dept. of
Eniirottmental Qualin. September 1997- December 2004. West Fork
Rltite Fix-er Watershed Assessment.
Project engineer for a watershed assessment of the West Fork White
River in Northwest Arkansas. Surveyed the Nest Fork White River
(NkF\X'R) and tributaries evaluating the erosion potential of stream banks
using a Bank Erosion Hazard Index. Developed and implemented a
progressive and efficient data collection and presentation process
utilizing a GIS interface and hand-held computing technology. Selected
suitable locations for the installation of permanent cross-section
locations to assist in evaluating streann stability- of the IXTWR
Perfornned computations and analysis of geomorphology data collected
for the WF% R assessment. Collected data to develop a bank erosion
sediment delivery model_ Reviewed Quality Assurance Project Plans
(QAPP) to be submitted to the EPA addressing storrinvater and
biological sampling methods in the watershed.
Urban Watershed Asse«mli
Principal investigator for assessing the condition of the Rock Creek
watershed in Little Rock. Arkansas. Developed project proposal. work
Watershed Consel-vation
Resource Center
Associate Director
PE License*- 10661
Years of Experience
Twenty -Five
Education
J- ve city C`A•kansas- Fayetteville. Arkansas
Master of Eng -eenng Degree in Envirorvnental
Eng neenng Decerroer'296
Virg na Poytechnic nstit.te and State
U- versty - Blacksburg V rginia
Bachelor c' Science Degree in Chemical
Eng -eenng May 1993
Professional Training
Dr. Rosgen's Wildland Hydrobgy Courses
-Appled Fluvial Geomorphokogy
-R ve• Morphology & Applications
-P ve• Assessment & Maio-^g
-R ve• Restoration & Natura C-annel Desig^
Special Recognition
Partnership fe• Environmental Excellence Awa c
EPA Region VI
Employment History
Wate-shee Conservation Resource Center DI34
- present
Arkansas Departne^t of Environmental Quality
1gg7 - 2D0A
Challenge Environmental Laboratories ' g97
Un versity of Arkansas Civ I E^gineenng
Departmer t 1 @QA to 19 kr
Synergistic Activities
Memcer of Green I-frast^,.oture Env •onrrental
Subccmrr itee for Fayettevil a G•ee'•
1^frastuchire Project 2072
Guest Lectrer for Ecological Engineer ^g
course at the University of Arkansas 2,MP
Guest Lecturer for Environmental Soil and 'A ater
Science course at the Universty of Arks^ sas
Nog
Presented Stream Morphology concepts to
atte-cees c'the Region g MS4 annual meetng
in 2007
Selected Publications
M.A. Van Eps, S.J. Form ca T L. Moms, J M.
Beck, A.S. Cotter. 'Using a Bank Erosion
Hazard Index (BEHI}to Estimate Annual
Sediment Loads `rom Streambank Erosion in the
West Fork White RverlNate'shed.- Proceedings
from ASAE Conference -Self-Sustaini^g
Solutions for Streams Wetlands, and
Watersheds.- held September 12-' 5, 2004. St.
Paul, MN.
Appendix A
Resume: Matthew A. Van Eps, PE
plan- budget. and EPA approved QAPP documentation for urban
Watershed Conservation
watershed assessment. Supervised and coordinated the collection and
Resource Center
analysis of data including: land use- impervious surface analysis, andI
associate Director
delineation of watershed and sub -watershed boundaries utilizing GIS:
utilization of visual watershed assessment methods and handheld PC GIS
interface for rapid assessment and prioritization; evaluation of historical
Selected Publications:
floe- data to determine changes in local hydrology: development of a
S J Formica, M.A. Van Eps, M A Nelson, AS.
flow Freighted storm water quality sampling program: and collected and
Cotter T.L. Mors J M Beds. West Fork White
e� �aluuated flan ia1 geomorphology data to ddetermine strstreamstabilityR
and
ver Watershed - Sed me-tt Source Inventory
and Evaluation ' Proceed rigs from ASAE
restoration potential.
Conference 'Self-sustaining SoAmons for
Streams. Wetlands, and Watersheds.' held
September 12-15, 20D4, St. Paul, MN.
Fluiial Geotnorpholop- Data C ollection and Evaluation.
Collected and anahzed fluvial geomo hology data to establish
rP
Brye, K R., T.L. Mors D.M Miller, S.J.
Fom,ca. MA Van Eps 1004.'Estimating Bulk
relationships between watershed area and stream channel geometry for
Densty in Vertically Exposed Stoney Alluvium
the Boston Mountain hysi0 hic region_ Obtained and evaluate
p - �a d p
Using a meal d Excavation Methoo." Journal of
Environmental Quality In Press
historical USGS gage station records to determine flood rerun frequency
a.s well as gage height and channel geometry relationships. Collected
g° g _ p
Found S.J. Gene, J 2001 -U T.M.: Moms,
T_ and Van Eps, M.A. _D01 'Using Data
stream bank erosion data to develop relationship between stream bank
Commun cation and Education to Improve
erosion variables and erosion rates. Performed a bank erosion sulr•ey for
Wat a Waste Management erit a the Buffalo River
Watershed." Published in the proceedings of the
the City Of Rogers. Arkansas for 15 miles of Osage Creek and headwater
2nd National conference 'Nonpont Source
tributaries. Provided comment. critical review and technical assistance
heldPollution Information15-17,Ca Education Programs.'
held May 15-17. Crcago, IL.
on proposed stream bank stabilization projects to increase success and
reduce Costs.
Formica- S.J.. Anderson, W.M ;Van Eps, MA.
Morris, T_; and Srivastava. Puneet.2D01-'A
Received over 200 hours of fluvial geomorphology training from Dave
Community Approach to Handing and Ut liz-g
Rosgen_ P.H.. Ph.D. Assisted Di. RosgeA during training courses
Dairy Manure in the Buffalo River Watershed '
Published in the proceed ^gs of the Natural
Conducted in Northwest Arkansas. including selection Of sites for
Resource. Agriculture, and Engineerng Senrce
students to observe geomorphologic process and providing assistance to
'Dairy Manure Systems: Equipment anc
Technology,' held Marc^ 20-22, Rochester, NY.
students performing assessments in the field. Provided field based
instruction of basic fluvial eeomo holog`• concepts to attendees of the
Fom,ca- S.J. Gese, J-; Y:resse, T.M.: Moms.
T._ Van Eps, M.A.- and A derson, W.M. 2001.
lst Arkansas Watershed Advisory Group Conference in October 2002.
'Buffalo National Rver'Wateshec Partnerships
He is an instructor for the Basic Field Techni ues t0 Determine Stream
�l
p raySwine Waste Management" ebe
publisheedd in U.S. EPA Section 318 Success s
Morphology training course presented by the WC'RC 1\iid-South
Stones, Volume 3.
Watershed Training Program.
Srivastava Pu-eet Fomtica, S J ; and Van Eps.
M.A. 2001.'A'Natershed Approach to Assess
the West Fork of the lN^ to R ver' Published n
the proceedings of the Arkansas Wate,
Resource Center, "TMDL and Reated 1'Yat-
Quality Issues Conference- held April 3-A
Fayetteville, AR.
Appendix A
W
ILLINOIS/V,- A
YEA-ifI-I 4_J PA I N[I1NIV
May 17, 2019
To EPA Region 6:
The Board of Directors of the Illinois River Watershed Partnership (IRWP) fully supports the City of
Fayetteville and Watershed Conservation Resource Center's (WCRC) grant proposal for a streambank
erosion assessment and restoration within the Clear Creek subwatershed of the Illinois River Watershed
(IRW)-
IRWrs mission is to improve the integrity of the IRW through education and outreach, water quality
monitoring, and the implementation of conservation and restoration projects- We seek to identify and
implement environmentally viable and economically feasible conservation and restoration projects in
the watershed; to cooperate with the scientific community to identify water quality impacts, causes, and
sources; and to increase public awareness of the Illinois River and natural resources across the
Northwest Arkansas region.
IRWP considers Clear Creek a high priority subwatershed due to high rates of sediment and nutrient
loading relative to other IRW subwatersheds, as well as 303d impairment. We have recently focused
several programs on the tributary, to include water quality monitoring, ecological assessment,
landowner outreach and education programs, and riparian reforestation efforts_ It is also one of the
most rapidly urbanizing subwatersheds and it is imperative to protect and restore these urban,
upstream tributaries to mitigate downstream impacts to water quality, fisheries, and species of
conservation concern -
To demonstrate our dedication, IRWP will financially support this project up to $30,000, depending on
the acreage of restored area, as part of our Riparian Restoration Program. The goal for the Program is to
reforest riparian areas, improve wetlands, and increase the quantity of native prairie ecology across the
IRW. If funded and successfully implemented, this project will be a great example of collaboration
among city, foundation, state, non-profit, and federal partners -
Thank you for your consideration and support of this significant steam and ecological restoration
project.
Sincerely,
Nicole Hardiman, Ph-D-
Executive Director
Illinois River Watershed Partnership
Post Office Box 205
Cave Springs, AR 72718
Email: director@irwp.org
Appendix A
THE DEPARTMENT a ARKANSAS
HERITAGE
Asa Hutchinson
*Gm4woor
5ta(V Hurst
Virector
Arkansas Arts Council
Arkansas 1 lisloric
Preservation Program
Arkansas Natural
Heritage Commission
Arkansas State Archives
Delta Cultural Center
Historic Arkansas Museum
hrxi is T imp ld rs CU ll W d l Centre
Old Stale House Museum
AM
t u>ti r�iKui Slrex•1
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 324-909
lax: (501) 324-9A I R
alfognaturalheritago.com
www.nnhi rnlheri tage, mat
An Equal Opportuaity Employer
May 17.2019
To Environmental Protection Agency, Region 6:
The Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission (ANHC) fully supports the City
of FayetteviIle and the Walcrshcd Conservation Resource Center (WCRC)'s
grant prolwal 'Ihmonstration of Stream Restoration in the Illinois River
Watershed,' I heir holistic approach to stream and natural features restoration
in which natural channel design techniques are integrated with long-term
native vegetation establishment is important to demonstrate and promote high -
quality restoration of natural resources. The workshops that are proposed in
this grant are needed to train other environmental professionals on this
restoration approach. This project also supports our efforts to promote
restoration in urban environments that create corridors of habitat for wildlife
within urban areas.
The ANHC will also provide technical expertise to help develop the
vegetation monitoring, plant species identification, native plant selection, and
sourcing of native plants for restoration. Contribution of our stab's time on
this project will amount to $400.(N) in -kind matching funds. The WCRC has
provided their data to ANHC from previous work on native plants and
identification of natural features, and we will include any rare species data
collected through this project in our statewide database for tracking species of
conservation concern, Such data from past WCRC projects have been
incorporated into our database, and the natural features data have been used to
identity new sites for aquatic species of conservation concern, such as the
Arkansas Darter (F(heo ionta rragini) and Least Darter (F. microixrcu). We
look fonsard to acquiring new data From the proposed project.
The activities proposed by the City and the WCRCas; part of the proposed
project complement our agency's conservation %%ork and will help to improve
and protect natural resources and %%ater quality in the Illinois River watershed,
Thank you for your consideration of this significant restoration project.
Sincerely.
Bill Hohinon
Director
Bil I.Holimonr_ tarkansas.gov
501.324.9761
Appendix A
Attachment 2 - Contract Amendment - EPA Clear Creek Assessment and Restoration - City of Fayetteville
Task*
Task Description
Contract
Amount
Deliverable/Product
1
Development of CAPP Plan
1.1
Develop Draft QAPP
--
Complete: Draft QAPP
1.2
Finalize C APP
--
Complete: Approved QAPP
2
Conduct Inventory and Prioritize Sites
2.1
Conduct 6 mile inventory of riparian and streambank conditions
--
Complete: Summary of Erosion Inventory with pictures
1.2
Enhance Erosion prediction curves
2.2.a
a. Initial bank profile measurements
--
Complete: Graphs illustrating initial profile measurement
2.2.b
b. Follow-up profile measurements
--
Complete: Graphs illustrating comparison of profile measurements
2.2.c
C. Erosion curve update
$2,000
Update erosion rate prediction model for use in upper Clear Creek
2.3
Create GIS data layers for decision makers
$3,000
Integrated GIS data with City GIS systems
3
Restoration Site Selection
3.1
IJ Identify 2 to 4 sites for restoration
--
Complete: Map of selected restoration sites
3.2
2) Obtain Landowner Agreements
$1,000
ISigned agreement with landowner
4
Site Monitoring
4.1
1) Establish Plant Monitoring Sites
4.1.a
a. Collect Spring data before restoration
--
Complete: List of observed plant species
4.1.b
b. Collect Fall data before restoration
--
Complete: List of observed plant species
4.1.c
a. Collect Spring data after invasive removal and before restoration
--
Complete: List of observed plant species
4.1.d
b. Collect Fall data after invasive removal and before restoration
--
Complete: List of observed plant species
4.1.e
c. Collect Spring data after restoration
$1,000
List of observed plant species
4.1.f
d. Collect Fall data after restoration
$1,500
List of observed plant species
4.2
2) Establish Sites for measuring streambank profiles and perform erosion potential analysis
--
Complete: Summary of erosion potential and site map
4.3
3) Measure streambank profiles before and after restoration
4.3.a
a. Initial pre -restoration profile measurements
--
Complete: Graphs illustrating initial profile measurement
4.3.b
b. Follow-up pre -restoration profile measurements
--
Complete: Graphs illustrating comparison of profile measurements
4.3.c
b. Initial post -restoration profile measurements
$1,000
Graphs illustrating initial profile measurement
4.3.d
b. Follow-up post -restoration profile measurements
$1,000
Graphs illustrating comparison of profile measurements
5
Native Plant Selection and Establishment
5.1
1) Develop site revegetation plan
--
Site vegetation management plan
5.2
2) Provide invasive removal oversight
--
Summary of Invasive plant removal activity
5.3
3) Select and procure native plants
$2,000
List of native plants
5.4
4) Provide riparian planting oversight
$8,000
Summary of native plant establishment
6
Develop Restoration Design
6.1
1) Survey stream morphology
--
Complete: Stream morphology summary report
6.2
2) Develop restoration plans for selected sites
$10,000
Restoration plan summary
6.3
3) Develop construction drawings
$12,500
Construction Drawing set(s) sealed by licensed PE
6.4
4) Project Permitting
$22,000
Approved Permit from DEQ and USACE
7
Construction of Restoration Design
7.1
1) Provide professional services to Cityfor contractor and materials procurement
$8,000
7.2
2) Provide site staking and pre -implementation site management
$6,000
7.3
3) Provide construction oversight
$11,000
Bi-weekly summary reports for construction completed
8
ITraining Workshops and Outreach
8.1
1) Provide training sessions to City Staff on assessment data use
$4,000
Training session agenda
8.2
2) Facilitate and present 4 workshops on invasive vegetation removal and native riparian plant
--
Complete: Workshop Summary
9
Reporting -Quarterly Report
9.1
1) Quarterly Reports
$3,000
Quarterly Progress Report
9.2
2) Final Report
$5,025
Final report
Totall
$102,025
*Task number is based on EPA approved workplan (Attachment 1)
Appendix A