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Resolution: 155-20
File Number: 2020-0420
WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER TASK ORDER NO. 3 - 2019
DRAINAGE BOND PROJECT:
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE TASK ORDER NO. 3 WITH THE WATERSHED
CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $269,500.00 FOR A
STREAM RESTORATION PROJECT ON TANGLEWOOD BRANCH IN THE CULTURAL
ARTS CORRIDOR, AND TO APPROVE A PROJECT CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT
OF $26,950.00- 2019 DRAINAGE BOND PROJECT
WHEREAS, on January 3, 2019,the City Council approved Ordinance No. 6141 authorizing Mayor
Jordan to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center
for a term of five years to establish a general framework of cooperation to seek funding, conduct
stream restoration projects, and to work together on nonpoint source related issues; and
WHEREAS, on April 16, 2019, the City Council approved Resolution 93-19 authorizing the City to
apply to the EPA Region 6 Wetland Development Program for a grant in the amount of$500,000 for
restoration of Tanglewood Branch within the Fay Jones Woods; and
WHEREAS, City staff worked with Watershed Conservation Resource Center to identify the
restoration work necessary,develop the proposal, and prepare the grant application which resulted in
an award of$217,702.00.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
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Resolution: 155-20
File Number. 2020-0420
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville,Arkansas hereby authorizes Mayor Jordan
to sign Task Order No. 3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center in the amount of
$269,500.00 for a stream restoration project on Tanglewood Branch in the Cultural Arts Corridor,
and further approves a project contingency in the amount of$26,950.00.
PASSED and APPROVED on 6/4/2020
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Agenda Date:6/2/2020 Version: 1 Status: Passed
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Agenda Number:A.9
WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER TASK ORDER NO.3-2019
DRAINAGE BOND PROJECT:
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE TASK ORDER NO.3 WITH THE WATERSHED CONSERVATION
RESOURCE CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF$269,500.00 FOR A STREAM RESTORATION
PROJECT ON TANGLEWOOD BRANCH IN THE CULTURAL ARTS CORRIDOR,AND TO
APPROVE A PROJECT CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF$26,950.00-2019 DRAINAGE
BOND PROJECT
WHEREAS,on January 3,2019,the City Council approved Ordinance No.6141 authorizing Mayor Jordan
to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for a term of five
years to establish a general framework of cooperation to seek funding,conduct stream restoration projects,and
to work together on nonpoint source related issues;and
WHEREAS,on April 16,2019,the City Council approved Resolution 93-19 authorizing the City to apply to
the EPA Region 6 Wetland Development Program for a grant in the amount of$500,000 for restoration of
Tanglewood Branch within the Fay Jones Woods;and
WHEREAS,City staff worked with Watershed Conservation Resource Center to identify the restoration
work necessary,develop the proposal,and prepare the grant application which resulted in an award of
$217,702.00.
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 authorizes Mayor Jordan to sign
Task Order No. 3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center in the amount of$269,500.00 for a
stream restoration project on Tanglewood Branch in the Cultural Arts Corridor,and further approves a project
contingency in the amount of$26,950.00.
City of Fayetteville,Arkansas Page 1 Printed on 6/5/2020
City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2020-0420
Legistar File ID
6/2/2020
City Council Meeting Date-Agenda Item Only
N/A for Non-Agenda Item
Leif Olson 5/15/2020 SUSTAINABILITY/RESILIENCE (631)
Submitted By Submitted Date Division/ Department
Action Recommendation:
Approval of Task Order#3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for Stream Restoration
Survey and Design, Invasive Species Removal Planning, Construction Procurement Assistance,
Construction Oversight, and Project Management on Tanglewood Branch in the Cultural Arts Corridor for
a not to exceed fee of$269,500 plus a 10% project contingency in the amount of$26,950.
Budget Impact:
4604.860.7800-5860.02 Drainage Projects 2019 Bonds
Account Number Fund
46040.7800 Arts Corridor Improvements
Project Number Project Title
Budgeted Item? Yes Current Budget $ 300,000.00
Funds Obligated $ -
Current Balance $ 300,000.00
Does item have a cost? Yes Item Cost $ 296,450.00
Budget Adjustment Attached? No Budget Adjustment $ -
Remaining Budget $ 3,550.00
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Purchase Order Number: Previous Ordinance or Resolution Ord. 6141
Change Order Number: Approval Date:
Original Contract Number
Comments:
CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEMO
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MEETING OF JUNE 2, 2020
TO: Mayor and City Council
THRU: Susan Norton, Chief of Staff
FROM: Peter Nierengarten, Environmental Director
DATE: May 15, 2020
SUBJECT: Approval of Task Order#3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource
Center for Stream Restoration Survey and Design, Invasive Species
Removal Planning, Construction Procurement Assistance, Construction
Oversight, and Project Management on Tanglewood Branch in the Cultural
Arts Corridor for a not to exceed fee of$269,500 plus a 10% project
contingency in the amount of$26,950.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approval of Task Order#3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for Stream
Restoration Survey and Design, Invasive Species Removal Planning, Construction Procurement
Assistance, Construction Oversight, and Project Management on Tanglewood Branch in the
Cultural Arts Corridor for a not to exceed fee of$269,500 plus a 10% project contingency in the
amount of$26,950.
BACKGROUND:
On January 3, 2019 the City Council approved Ordinance Number 6141 approving a
Memorandum of Understanding with the WCRC for a term of five years to establish a general
framework of cooperation to seek funding, conduct stream restoration projects and to work
together on nonpoint source related issues.
The City in partnership with the WCRC developed an EPA Region 6 Wetlands Development
Program grant proposal to demonstrate restoration methods on Tanglewood Branch by which
the riparian, channel, and natural features will be restored utilizing innovative ecoregion-based
vegetation establishment and natural channel design principles. The EPA awarded the grant
the City with a start date of October 1, 2019. This project will emphasize the importance of
restoring riparian and wetland areas with native plants and follow-up maintenance and
monitoring as a critical component of successful stream restoration projects.
Tanglewood Branch is a tributary to the West Fork of the White River and is likely the most
urbanized sub-watershed in Beaver Lake drainage area. The project will emphasize the
importance of restoring riparian and wetland areas with native plants and follow-up maintenance
and monitoring as a critical component of successful stream restoration projects. Tanglewood
Branch flows through a relatively isolated 10 acres that is well suited as an urban wildlife
corridor. The area where the stream restoration and riparian improvement work will be
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conducted is located within the Fay Jones Woods conservation area and will serve to support
the larger cultural arts corridor project being developed. A healthy stream and riparian will
support wildlife and improve water quality, while the location of Tanglewood Branch creates a
unique opportunity for the site to serve as an education tool on native riparian and woodland
vegetation of the Ozark Mountains to City residents and visitors. The project demonstrates
several newly developed restoration techniques that will restore local ecosystem services to this
heavily urbanized area.
DISCUSSION:
The scope of work that the WCRC will complete for the Tanglewood Branch restoration project
in the Fay Jones Woods includes:
• Development of a Quality Assurance Project Plan,
• Site monitoring and Collection of Pre and Post Restoration Data,
• Removal of Invasive Vegetation, Native Species Selection and Establishment,
• Restoration Design
• Construction Management
• Training Workshops and Outreach
• Project Management, Administration and Reporting
Specific project tasks associated with the proposed work are congruent with the tasks that were
developed in the approved EPA workplan.
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
Cost for this task order will be funded through the 2019 Drainage Projects 2019 Bond.
Attachments:
• Task Order No. 3 for Mayor's Signature
• Attachment 1 —Tanglewood Branch EPA Wetland Grant Narrative
• Attachment 2 —Scope of Work—WCRC Tanglewood Branch
• Task Order No. 3—Complete document
• Ordinance 6141
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THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE,ARKANSAS
$269,500 TASK ORDER NO. 3
RESTORATION OF THE RIPARIAN, CHANNEL, AND OTHER NATURAL
FEATURES OF TANGLEWOOD BRANCH
IN FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS
STATE OF ARKANSAS
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
This Task Order is written pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as
described in Ordinance No. 6141 executed on January 3, 2019. The referenced MOU
pertains to potential stream restoration projects and associated services with the Watershed
Conservation Resource Center(WCRC). This Task Order entered into and executed on the
date indicated below the signature block by and between the City of Fayetteville (CITY) and
WCRC Center sets forth the project description, project schedule and associated fees for
professional services related to performance of project tasks associated with a grant
developed by the WCRC and submitted by the CITY that provides funding for proposed
stream and riparian enchantments on Tanglewood Branch in association with the
establishment of the Cultural Arts Corridor. The services provided by the WCRC to the City
are associated to Federal Assistance Agreement (CD-01 F67901-0) "Restoration of the
Riparian, Channel, and other Natural Features of Tanglewood Branch in Fayetteville,
Arkansas" awarded to the City by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on
September 5, 2019.
Section I - Project Description
The CITY in partnership with the WCRC developed an EPA Region 6 Wetlands
Development Program grant proposal to demonstrate restoration methods on Tanglewood
Branch by which the riparian, channel, and natural features will be restored utilizing
innovative ecoregion-based vegetation establishment and natural channel design principles
(Attachment 1). The EPA awarded the grant the City with a start date of October 1, 2019.
The project will emphasize the importance of restoring riparian and wetland areas with
native plants and follow-up maintenance and monitoring as a critical component of
successful stream restoration projects. Tanglewood Branch flows through a relatively
isolated 10 acres that is well suited as an urban wildlife corridor. The area where the
stream restoration and riparian improvement work will be conducted is located within the
Fay Jones Woods conservation area and will serve to support the larger cultural arts
corridor project being developed. A healthy stream and riparian will support wildlife and
improve water quality, while the location of Tanglewood Branch creates a unique
opportunity for the site to serve as an education tool on native riparian and woodland
vegetation of the Ozark Mountains to City residents and visitors. The project demonstrates
several newly developed restoration techniques that will restore local ecosystem services to
this heavily urbanized area.
THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE,ARKANSAS
Section II - Project Timeframe
The WCRC will conduct the work over the period of the grant award which is June 2, 2020
to December 31. 2023.
Section III - Scope of Services
The WCRC will conduct activities in coordination with the City as outlined in Attachment 2 -
Scope of Work, which is based on the EPA approved workplan (Attachment 1).
Section IV - Fees and Payments
WCRC will perform the above-referenced Scope of Services for $269,500 as detailed in the
attached project scope of work (Attachment 2).
Section V - Memorandum of Understanding in Effect
Except as amended specifically herein, the Memorandum of Understanding Fayetteville
shall remain in full force as originally approved.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this TASK ORDER to be duly
executed as of the date and year first herein written.
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FOR WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER
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Sandi Formica, Executive Director
Date: may / 5 , c O a 0
Project Narrative
A. Cover Page
1. Project Title: Restoration of the Riparian, Channel, and other Natural Features of
Tanglewood Branch in Fayetteville, Arkansas
2.Track II Application—FY19 or FY20
3. Core Elements: I. Monitoring and Assessment and III. Voluntary Restoration and Protection
Actions: Core Element(CE)I. 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 1 Goals:b. Consider watershed planning, wildlife habitat, and other objectives when
developing your selection process restoration/protection sites, CE III. Set 1: Goals 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 (re-
establishment), CE III. Set 3. Develop Strategy for 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:
Peter Nierengarten, PE, City of Fayetteville,pnierengarten a,fayetteville-ar.gov, (479) 575-8272
Sandi Formica, WCRC, formica@watershedconservation.org, (501)352-5252
6.Geographic Location: Arkansas- Fayetteville, Washington County; HUC: 11010001, Upper
White River Watershed, 12-digit HUC: 11010001-0404, West Fork White River Watershed
7.Total Project Cost: $739,479 Federal Dollars Requested: $217,702, Match: $521.777
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8. Abstract/Project Summary: The City of Fayetteville in partnership with the Watershed
Conservation Resource Center proposes to demonstrate a restoration along spring-fed
Tanglewood Branch in which the riparian, channel, and natural features will be restored utilizing
innovative ecoregion-based vegetation establishment and natural channel design principles.
Tanglewood Branch, located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is a Boston Mountain headwater stream
in the West Fork White River(WFWR)watershed. The WFWR is a 303(d) listed stream, state
priority for sediment and nutrient reduction, and tributary to Beaver Lake,Northwest Arkansas'
drinking water source. The project demonstrates several newly developed restoration techniques
that will restore local ecosystem services to this heavily urbanized area:
1) 1,500 feet of stream channel will be restored using natural channel design principles, a
sustainable alternative to traditional stream hardening methods that use concrete and rip-rap.
2) 3,000 feet of riparian will be restored to native vegetation by utilizing innovative planting
techniques and removal of invasive vegetation.
3) Two distinct seasonal, spring-fed features, a hill-side seep and shale bluff choked with
invasive vegetation will be restored.
4) Hands-on training workshops will be conducted that train residents, environmental
professionals, and surrounding state/tribal/local government in:
a. Safe removal techniques of invasive plants along streams
b. Identification, selection, and establishment of native plant species in riparian and wet
areas to protect water quality and create wildlife habitat.
5) Sediment and phosphorus loading reductions will be monitored
6) Invasive and native species of plants will be monitored and data provided to Arkansas
Natural Heritage Commission's state tracking program.
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B. Project Description
1. Project Description
The City of Fayetteville (City) in partnership with the Watershed Conservation Resource
Center(WCRC)proposes to demonstrate a restoration along spring-fed Tanglewood Branch that
includes the riparian, channel, and spring-fed natural features utilizing innovative techniques that
emphasize establishment of ecoregion-based native vegetation, natural channel design principles,
and monitoring and maintenance for long-term success. The project will emphasize the
importance of restoring riparian and wetland areas with native plants and follow-up maintenance
and monitoring as a critical component of successful stream restoration projects. Though located
less than a half-mile from the City's town square, the moderately steep to steep hillsides have
limited development of the project area. Tanglewood flows through this isolated 10 acres that is
well suited for wildlife habitat. The City is in the process of conserving the entire site as a natural
area called the Fay Jones Woods as part of a larger cultural arts corridor being developed. A
healthy stream and riparian will support wildlife and improve water quality, while the location of
Tanglewood Branch creates a unique opportunity for the site to serve as an education tool on
native riparian and woodland vegetation of the Ozark Mountains to City residents and visitors.
With over 50% impervious surface upstream, Tanglewood Branch has enlarged three to four
times because of the increased stormwater runoff. Also,the stream channel and riparian are
predominantly covered with invasive bush honeysuckle, a shrub historically sold as an
ornamental plant beginning in the late 1800's. The bush honeysuckle and the over-story
completely block the sun light, preventing native grasses and wildflowers from growing in the
forest or wetland plants from growing in seeps or along the stream. The project will demonstrate
innovated restoration methods to restore the local ecosystem services in this urbanized area:
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1) Approximately, 1000 feet of Tanglewood Branch and 500 feet of a steep tributary that flows
to Tanglewood Branch 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. Rock and wood structures will be used to stabilize the fairly steep, B-
type channel and flood plains will be established and vegetated by constructing soil lifts as
needed. A series of step pools will be constructed to stabilize the steep tributary.
2) Approximately 3,000 feet of riparian with widths ranging from 10 to 20 feet will be restored
by removing invasive vegetation including shrubs, forbs, and trees using both mechanical
removal and chemical treatment.These areas will be planted with plants native to the local
ecoregions to help reduce erosion and to restore the local ecology.
3) Tanglewood Branch is fed by a large spring upstream of the project area. Smaller
springs/seepages are found throughout the site. Two unique features will be restored, a hill-
side seep and wet shale bluff that are currently choked with invasive vegetation. The spring-
fed seepage area will be enlarged and native wetland plants will be established. Native plants,
such as, wild hydrangea, typically found on these bluffs, will be incorporated into the site.
4) 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.
5) Sediment and phosphorus loading reductions will be monitored by measuring streambank
erosion rates and collecting and analyzing streambank materials.
6) Both invasive and native vegetation will be monitored and reported to the ANHC.
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2. Description of Need
Tanglewood Branch is a Boston Mountain headwater stream in the West Fork White River
(WFWR)watershed. The WFWR is a major tributary to the White River that forms Beaver Lake,
the drinking water source for over 450,000 residents in Northwest Arkansas. Tanglewood
Branch flows to Town Branch, which flows to the WFWR, an impaired stream on the Arkansas
Department of Environment Quality's 303 (d) list, category 4a. The Beaver Lake watershed is
an Arkansas Natural Resource Commission priority nutrient reduction. Comprehensive
watershed planning conducted in Beaver Lake watershed recommends the reduction of sediment
and phosphorus loadings to the WFWR watershed through riparian and channel restorations.
Improving Tanglewood branch by reducing streambank erosion, enhancing streambed features,
establishing a healthy riparian, and restoring natural features supports local watershed planning
and will helped to improve water quality and aquatic and terrestrial habitats in the watershed.
The watershed area of Tanglewood Branch at the proposed site is 0.5 mi2 and it drains the
entertainment district of downtown Fayetteville, which is now over 50% impervious surface.
The stream has enlarged and incised from the resulting increased flows, creating unstable
streambanks that contribute sediment and nutrients to the watershed. 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.
Tanglewood branch and the surrounding natural features are choked with bush honeysuckle,
Privet, Euonymus, and many other invasive plants that not only prevent native plants from
establishing in the area, but contaminate Town Branch and the WFWR watersheds with their
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seed. The density of these plants almost completely block sunlight, so that large areas of the
forest floor are absent of any 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 a high-quality restoration that includes channel, riparian, and
spring-fed natural features and that will be monitored for both sediment and phosphorus
reduction and native plant establishment. The restoration of 1,500 feet of Tanglewood Branch
and its tributary will address the 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 restored. 3,000 feet of riparian that currently has an
understory that is mostly invasive vegetation will be restored to native species of plants found in
the Boston Mountain ecoregion. Also, a seasonally wet, shale bluff and spring will be restored
to promote micro pockets of unique wet habitat. The results of the project will be used to
demonstrate 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 outcome(s) 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.
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The project supports Core Element III 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 the drinking water source and restores both
aquatic and terrestrial habitat in WFWR watershed, a priority area for restoration to protect
Beaver Lake. 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-establishment): The project will result in 1,500 feet of stream, 3,000 feet of
riparian, and two spring-fed features restored. CE III. Set 3. Develop Strategy for Restoration c.
Establish partnerships to leverage additional protection: Results will be shared with both
Beaver Lake and Illinois River watershed groups along with local conservation organizations,
the water district, 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
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Task 2: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) pre-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)Conduct biological
assessment before and after restoration. Responsibility: WCRC,ANHC, - 1), WCRC, BWD—2),
3).Deliverable:plant data, streambank monitoring locations, sediment& nutrient loads.
Task 3:Removal of Invasive Vegetation,Native Species Selection, and Establishment.
1) Develop re-vegetation site plan 2) Remove invasive vegetation using mechanical and
chemical methods. 3) Select native species based local ecoregion and similar sites; identify
native plant sources.4) Incorporate native plants into the riparian, natural features, and during
construction of floodplains. Responsibility: WCRC with ANHC assist. Deliverables:summary
of invasive vegetation removal, list of native plant species, vegetation establishment summary.
Task 4:Develop Restoration Design. 1)Collect survey data. 2) Develop final restoration plan
that includes the channel, riparian, natural features, and vegetation establishment. 3) Develop
construction drawings. 4) Obtain Corps 404 permit, ADEQ authorization, flood plain permit.
Responsibility: WCRC— 1), 2), 3), &4). Deliverables:Restoration plan, construction drawings,
404 permit application, letter of"No-Rise."
Task 5: 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.
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Task 6: Technology Transfer- Training Workshops and Outreach. 1) Provide three hands-on
training workshops on invasive vegetation removal along streams and rivers using both
mechanical and chemical methods. 2) Provide three hands-on training workshops on native plant
selection and establishment. 3) Provide three field tours to developers, city planners, local
decision makers, and/or environmental professionals.4) Incorporate project information into
workshops and courses. 5) Develop and install signage on restoration techniques, habitat and
plant species. Responsibility: Applicant, WCRC, BWA, IRWP, and FNHA.Deliverables:
Workshop Agendas, Summary of Activities
Task 7: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 End Product
1A: Develop Draft QAPP 11/01/19 01/31/20 Draft QAPP
1B: Finalize QAPP 02/01/20 03/31/20 Approved QAPP
2: Site Monitoring
1) Select plant monitoring sites and collect
data spring and summer
a. before restoration 04/30/20 09/30/20 List of plant species
b. following invasive removal 03/15/21 09/30/21 List of plant species
c. following channel restoration 04/01/22 09/30/22 List of plant species
2) Select streambank monitoring sites and 04/01/20 04/30/20 Map of monitoring sites
measure bank profiles
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a. Before channel restoration 04/01/20 12/31/20 Estimate loadings
b. After channel restoration 07/01/21 10/31/22 Estimate of load reduction
3) Conduct biological assessment
a. Before restoration 04/01/20 10/31/20 Summary of results
b. After restoration 04/01/21 10/31/21 Summary of results
3: Native Plant Establishment
1) Develop Site Re-vegetation Plan 12/01/19 02/28/20 Site re-vegetation plan
2) Remove invasive vegetation 05/01/20 12/31/20 Summary of plant removal
3) Select and source native plants 01/01/20 07/31/20 List of plant species
4) Plant restoration areas
a. Riparian and natural features 04/01/21 04/01/22 Summary of establishment
b. Constructed flood plains 03/01/21 04/31/22 Summary of establishment
4: Restoration Design Development
1) Complete site survey 04/30/20 6/30/20 Summary of data collected
2) Develop site restoration plan 07/01/20 8/31/20 Restoration layout
3) Develop construction drawings 09/01/20 10/31/20 Construction drawings
4) Obtain necessary permits 09/01/20 12/31/20 Letter of"No-Rise",404
Permit,ADEQ STAA
5: Construct Restoration
1) Obtain construction materials 06/01/20 12/31/20
2) Prepare site and construction oversight 01/01/21 03/31/21
3) Complete finishing work 04/01/21 06/30/21 Summary of construction
6: Technology Transfer
1) Conduct training workshops Workshop Agendas
a. Invasive Removal 05/01/20 06/30/21 Summary of workshops
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b. Native Plant Establishment 11/01/20 11/30/22 Summary of workshops
2) Conduct field tours 06/01/21 11/30/22 Summary of tours
3) Design native plant/ecoregion signage 06/01/21 11/30/22 Signage design
7: Reporting-Quarterly Report 01/30/20 9/30/22 Progress report
Final Report 06/01/22 12/31/22 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
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.
The federal, non-federal, and total cost for each task identified in Section B.3 are: Task 1.
Develop QAPP(F-$0, NF-$5,000, T-$5,000); Task 2.Site Monitoring(F-$0, NF-$68,000 T-
$68,000); Task 3.Removal of Invasive and Establish Native Vegetation (F-$0, NF-$130,000, T-
$130,000); Task 4.Develop Restoration Design (F-$0, NF-$85,000, T-$85,000); Task
5.Construct Restoration (F-$217,702,NF-136,777, T-$354,479); Task 6. Technology Transfer
(F-$0, NF-$71,000, T-$71,000); and Task 7. Reporting (F-$0,NF-$25,000, T-$25,000).
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 $457,298 cash match that will be used for
procurement of materials(rock, plants, erosion control, etc.), supplies and labor for the removal
of invasive plants, supplies and labor for the establishment of native plants, and restoration
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design. The BWA will provide $35,000 of in-kind including personnel to assist with workshops
and invasive species removal activities. The BWD will provide $29,479 in-kind services
including personnel to assist with streambank erosion monitoring and biological monitoring.
Project Budget "Other"Budget
Non- Non-
Object Class Cat. Federal Federal Total Federal Federal Total
a. Personnel $0 $0 $0 $0 $146,014 $146,014
b. Fringe $0 $0 $0 $0 $58,960 $58,960
c. Travel SO SO $0 SO $1,000 $1,000
d. Equipment SO $0 $0 SO $0 $0
e. Supplies $82.702 S7,298 $90,000 $100,000 $100,000
£ Contract $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
g. Construction $0 $0 $0 $135,000 $90,000 $225,000
h. Other $135,000 $514,479 $649,479 $0 $64,479, $64,479
i. k tal Direct $217,702 $521,777 $739,479 $135,000 $521,777 $656,777
_j. Indirect $0 $0 $0 $0 • $54,025 $54,025
k. Totals S217.702 $521,777 $739,479 $135,000 $514,479 $649,479
*Other Non-Federal Funding consists of in-kind match contributions from the BWA($35,000)and BWD($29,479)
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. The Tanglewood Branch site will be used as part of the training and 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
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representatives from state/tribes/local government wetland programs in surrounding states. In
addition, tours of the site will be given to individuals from local organizations, government
offices, and private companies including contractors, environmental professionals, developers,
community leaders, city planners and engineers, and civic leaders. Signage will be installed, a
fact sheet will be developed and articles will be published in newspapers, newsletters, and web
sites.
7. Outputs,Outcomes,and Tracking
i. Lurk to EPA Strategic Plan - The project objectives and outputs directly contribute to EPA's
Strategic Plan, Goal 1, Objective 1.2 and delivers real results to provide Americans with clean
air, land, and water. Water infrastructure is improved through the demonstration of stream
channel, riparian, and natural features restoration, which will reduce sediment and nutrients to
Northwest Arkansas's drinking water source, while restoring aquatic and terrestrial habitat in a
so often neglected urban environment. The project supports comprehensive watershed planning
that was conducted by an array of partners including state agencies and resulted in the
development of the Beaver Lake Watershed Protection Strategy, a watershed plan to improve
and protect Beaver Lake, the areas drinking water source. The City is committed to long-term
success and will continue to support ongoing maintenance of the site, so native vegetation is
established and a sustainable channel restoration is created to be enjoyed by the local
communities through the recreation provided by a natural stream with clean water and a healthy
Boston Mountain ecosystem. 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.
ii. Outputs-The expected environmental outputs are:
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1) Development of restoration strategies to integrate channel, riparian, and natural 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.
Increase ecological services through the development of a 1,500 ft stream restoration to
demonstrate the riparian, channel, and natural features will be restored using new, innovated
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 hydrology and stabilize the channel.
3) Development of 3,000 feet restored riparian area with 10 to 20 feet width that demonstrates
the use of riparian restoration to stabilize streams, retain water, and filter runoff.
4) Restore two seasonal spring-fed natural features to demonstrate their unique habitat, the
needed connectivity to the wider ecosystem, and their ability to help retain and filter runoff.
5) Development of 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 as critical components of stream and wetland restoration.
6) 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.
iii. Outcomes—The expected environmental outcomes from this project are
1) Reduced sediment and phosphorus loadings from accelerated streambank erosion to Beaver
Lake watershed by 80%;
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2) Reduce invasive species of plants in the riparian by over 90%;
3) Increase percentage of native plants along the riparian to 90%;
4) Increase quality of natural features on the site; and
5) Increase understanding among state/tribe/local government and residents, decision makers,
and environmental professionals that to create a high quality restoration that improves both water
quality and habitat,a)the channel, riparian areas, wetlands, and other natural features should be
included in the restoration design and b) native vegetation establishment and long-term
monitoring and maintenance are needed at all restoration sites and should be included in budgets.
These outcomes are linked to the EPA Strategic Plan because the results will contribute to
aquatic ecosystems and water resources being restored.
iv. Tracking Outputs& Outcomes-Outcomes 1)through 4)will be tracked using the project
monitoring with baseline conditions established prior to restoration. Outcome 5)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 restoring wetland areas. Examples of projects 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
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developed a city-wide phosphorus reduction plan and has voluntarily restored several sections of
streams as a result of this 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 J. 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
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. The
WCRC has received funding for and successfully designed and constructed several stream
restoration projects in northwest Arkansas(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.
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, AR.
ii. Staffing Experience& Qualifications - The key personnel for this project are(See Att. ii):
Peter Nierengarten, P.E., Environmental Director, City of Fayetteville—will serve as Project
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Coordinator. Beginning in 2012, Peter managed several projects and accomplishments including:
adoption of City's first Energy Action Plan and 100%Clean Energy Goals, Launching AR first
PACE Program, Fayetteville-Arkansas' only 3-STAR Sustainability Certified Community, AR's
first Silver designation of Bicycle Friendly Community. and managing Arkansas' largest solar
array on municipal property and Fayetteville's Cultural Arts Corridor Project.
•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
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) Beaver Water District(BWD) will conduct the biological assessment and assist with the
streambank monitoring;they will assist with workshops and other outreach activities.
3) Beaver Watershed Alliance(BWA) will assist with vegetation monitoring, conducting
workshops and other outreach activities, and workshop advertisement.
4) Illinois River Watershed Partnership(IRWP) will assist with workshops and outreach.
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5) Fayetteville Natural heritage Association (FNHA) will participate in the invasive removal
and native plant establishment workshops and help advertise workshops to the community.
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) FY14, 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
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
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sediment and nutrient loadings to the White River. The estimated load reductions achieved by
this project are 4700 ton/yr and 4200 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 objective 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 outputs
included design&construction of a natural channel that reduced channel instability, reduced
sediment and nutrient loads,and enhanced the aquatic/terrestrial habitat. Environmental
outcomes were met as sediment and nutrient loads were reduced annually by 98%.
C. Restoration Demonstration Project Information Tanglewood Branch has incised and
enlarged as a response to over 100 years of watershed changes. Because of the confining lateral
bedrock,the channel has stabilized vertically, but there is still lateral streambank erosion. Also,
where there is not erosion, invasive vegetation is holding the streambanks. The understory of the
riparian is almost exclusively invasive vegetation. 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 to prevent accelerated streambank erosion. Planting
techniques will be demonstrated along with the construction of soil lifts to create native
vegetated floodplains that provide stability. Using rock step pools and log vanes to relieve stress
on the streambanks will allow time for long-term native vegetation establishment. The WCRC
will irrigate during the summer months, continue with invasive vegetation control, plant
additional natives as needed,and repair damage from storm flows. The City financially supports
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the WCRC to conduct long-term inspection and maintenance at all City restoration sites, so upon
project completion, the WCRC expects to monitor and maintain the site for an additional 5 years.
The watershed is almost completely developed, so the project will be designed to handle the
excessive flood waters expected with an over 50% impervious surface. In addition,the
streambank monitoring data will be used to estimate sediment and nutrient load reductions. The
following permissions will be obtained: 1) USACE Section 404 permit; 2) letter of"no rise;"and
3)ADEQ temporary authorization.
D. Quality Assurance/Quality Control The applicant will collect environmental data to
determine streambank erosion rates, sediment/nutrient delivery, monitor plants, conduct
biological assessment, and develop the restoration design. To comply with Quality Assurance
and Quality Control requirements, they will develop and submit a Quality Assurance Project
Plan within 3 months of the start date.
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. Project partners will provide
assistance in developing invasive species control plan. If invasive species are detected or
promoted, response will be rapid to control populations in an environmental manner, as approved
by the EPA Project Officer.
F.Attachments
i Maps and Restoration Examples
ii. Staff Resumes
iii.Commitment Letters
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Attachment i.
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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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Attachment i.
Project Maps & Restoration Examples
vWHITE 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 DEC 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 Conservatione Resource Center Commission with matchingfundsprovided bythe Cityof Fayetteville and other
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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 ft/yr 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.
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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.orq or contact the WCRC at(479)444-1916.
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Project Maps & Restoration Examples
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Clockwise from top left:A. The 18-ft tall cut-bank at the project site was eroding at an average rate
of 8 ft/yr generating an estimated 4.800 ton/yr 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 a nonprofit 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 fcr their contributions
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Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
Peter Nierengarten, PE, LEED AP
7 E.Trenton Blvd. •Fayetteville,AR 72701
503-367-4444(cell)•479-575-8272(work)
EDUCATION
University of Arkansas-College of Engineering. Fayetteville,AR
• Masters of Science(M.S.),Civil Engineering(June 2001,GPA 3.83)
• Bachelors of Science(B.S.),Civil Engineering(Dec.1999,GPA 3.78)
WORK EXPERIENCE
City of Fayetteville-Environmental Director, Fayetteville,A.R. (July 2012-Present)
• Supereised work of Sustainabikty Department,and Parking Division Staff(12 employees)from 2014-present
• Supervised Fayetteville Recycling&Trash Division Staff(63 employees)from 2048-present
• Supervise:interview,hire.fire and provide performance reviews for 3 direct report staff
• Leading development of 10MW Solar Array Development at Fayetteville Waste Water Plants(2018-2019)
• Leading development of Waste&Recycling Rate Study(2018)
• Led development and adoption of Fayettevdle's first comprehensive Energy Action Plan(2018)
• Led$1 77 M grant receipt and design of Downtown Fayetteville Cultural Arts Corridor(2017-present)
• Led Fayetteville Downtown&Entertainment District Parking and Mobility Study(2017-2018)
• Led creation of City's first Bicycle Coordinator Positron
• Led creation and development of Fayetteville s Energy Improvement District and implementation cf Arkansas first
Property Assessed Clean Energy(PACE)Program in Fayetteville
• Led development of Transportation Master Plan Request for Qualifications(RFQ)and Recycling Master Plan Request
for Proposals(REP)
• Partnered with the Engineering and Transpor.ation Divisions to apply for and receive a total of S965,000 in grant
funding for construction cf active transportation infrastructure in 2014
• Led development and adoption of Wedngton Corridor Master Plan(2013)
• Led adoption of City's first comprehensive Invasive Species Ordinance(2015)&fist Urban Agriculture Ordinance
(2013)
• Managed Fayetteville's application to STAR Communities and award as a 3-STAR Community(2014)
• Led development and adoption of Fayetteville s Active Transportation Plan(2015)&Silver Bicycle Friendly Community
Designation(2016)
Portland Water Bureau-Engineer Portland.OR.(August 2003-July 2012)
I worked in several positions within the Portland Water Bureau-Engineering Services Group:
Portland Water Bureau Energy Manager
• Planned and coordinated monthly meetings of Water Bureau Energy Management Committee
• Managed and coordinated multiple energy efficiency(electricity and natural gas)protects inducing:Pump
optmizaton,pumpimotor replacement and rehabilitation. HVAC commissioning,occupancy sensor installation,
weatherizaton and water heater replacement
• Managed design and nstallation of 267 kW ground mounted solar array
• Developed project Basis-of-Design planning Report for 30 kW micro-turbine generator installaton
• Annual reporting of Water Bureau energy consumption and operational efficiency for Sustainab tlity Plan metrics
• Prepared Operations Guidance Manual for most efficient operation of water booster pump stations
• Presented Water Bureau Pump Station Optimization at 2011 Pacific NW Sec AWWA Conference and 2012
AWWA Sustainable Water Management Conference
• Served as sustanabdity advocated and provided LEE::aria energy efficiency review for two new Water Bureau
LEED Gold Buildings
Portland Water Bureau Project Management&Asset Management Group
• Managed all aspects of the final design and construction phase for Stephenson Pump Station Replacement,
including:$830k construction contract.submittal review,RFIs.change orders,payments,construction meetings,
inspections,coordination of PWB Construction Crew Tie-ins,start up and training.preparation of as-built plans,
preparation of 0&M manuals.and warranty repairs
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Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
• Managed all aspects of the design cf 6.5C0 IF of 36'Transmission Main through downtown Portland including
$25Ck consultant design contract,alignment selection,deveopment of design details and acquisition of permits
• Performed Trpie Bode Line Business Case analysis on multiple proposed water system improvements,
equipment purchases and business practices
• Managed$225k on-cat consultant contracts for specialized condition assessment and leak detection for 21 miles
of large diameter transmission mains
• Managed inspection and condition assessment cf pump stators and transmission main valves
• Co-Author of Pump Station Asset Management Planning Report
• Developed and managed business risk exposure metrics for Capital Improvement Project review
• Taught Pnncipals of Asset Management Class as part of Water Bureau and city-wide training
• Managed and supervised work of multiple Engineering Interns
Portland Water Bureau Maintenance Engineering Group
• Managed design and construction of multiple pressure reducing valve+nstallaton s.large meter replacements,
large valve replacements and vault modifications
• Designed and coordinated multiple emergency repairs and system relocations
• Designed water system modifications to mitigate multiple pressure surge problems
• Provided engineering field support for multiple CIP water main relocations and tie-ins
• Supervised Water Bureau Construction Crews
• Interviewed,hired and managed work of Engineering Technicians
• Provide technical analysis and recommendations for damage claims against the Water Bureau
• Led bio-diesel vehicle purchase for Maintenance Engineering Group
• Designed,constructed and oocrdinated installation of portable water dispensing station with the goal of reducing
boded water consumption at community events
Portland Water Bureau Bicycle Committee
• Promoted Annual Bicycle Commute Challenge
• Coordriated installation of bicycle parking Water Bureau facilities
• Taught Bicycle Commuter-Safety 8 Maintenance Clinic
• Procured Water Bureau fleet bicycle,helmet maps,repair supplies and pamier bags for employee use
• Served on city-wide bicycle committee
USI Consulting Engineers-Project Engineer,Springdale,AR,(Oct.2001-July 2003)
• Managed work of junior engineers,engineering interns and survey crew
• Par,of design team for 42'water transmission main design for Central Arkansas Water
• Designed and managed construction of small waterline and sanitary sewer protect in=ayetteville.AR
• Managed storimrater master planning and design for Cities of Fayetteville.AR and Springdale AR
ACTIVITIES
• Southeast Sustainability Directors Network(SSDN)Steering Committee Member(2012-2017).Co-Char(2015-16)
• Urban Sustainabilty Director Network IUSDN)Steering Committee Member(2015-Present)
• US Green Building Council-Arkansas Board Member(2017-Present)
• Alternate to Mayor on Boston Mountain Solid Waste District Board(2018-Present)
• Alternate to Chief of Staff on Ozark Regional Transit Board(2014-Present)
• Member of Amencan Water Works Association(2006-2012)
• Friends of Trees(Portland,OR)Volunteer Crew Leader(2007-12)
• Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Board Member and Treasurer(2004-06)
• Member of Friends cf Lake Fayetteville Watershed Protection Group(2002-03)
COMPUTER SKILLS
• .Advanced User of GIS,MS Office Products and AutoCAD
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
Resume: Sandi J. Formica
Watershed Conservation
Ms.Formica is the co-founder and executive director of the Watershed Resource Center
Conservation Resource Center_ She has a proven administrative ability in
the development.implementation and management of environmental Executive Director
programs: supervision and evaluation of professional staff grant
development.writing and budgeting;and establishment of working Years of Experience
relationships with a variety of government agencies.industries and the Thirty-E mot
public. Demonstrated technical expertise of the watershed management Education
approach; sediment and nutrient watershed assessment;nonpoint and point
it source pollution;development.execution and management of special University Arkansas,
al ,Fayetteville
po op g pe of Arkansas.Fayetteville AR
environmental projects:data evaluation and interpretation:animal-waste B.S..1982 w lh Hams.chemrca
management system design and BMPs;identification of effective best Engineerng, University of Arkansas
management practices;water quality monitoring:pollution prevention;and Fayetteville AR
environmental chemical processes.Regional expert in stream restoration Special Recognition
and assessment environmental model development and assessment;TMDL Partners-p for Environmental Excekence
development and implementation:chemical analysis;environmental Co-Pi EPA Re
`ion Investigator
319 Pranage-&
vestigator for 319 Protects
regulations;NPDES and state permitting;and technical report writing. Ms. canducaBd"Buffalo River watershed:
Formica has special skills of effectively communicating Recipient of the 2010 Ganger Tatom Award`or
conservation achievement presented by tie
scientific/engineering data and natural environmental processes to non- Arkansas Watershed Advisory Group
technical people and coordinating stakeholders to resolve environmental
issues. She has created the Mid-South Watershed Training Program which Synergistic Activities
000-2004 chair Arkansas Watershed
has been providing training courses instrumental to watershed management Advisory Group jAWAGI:Intiated and help
to environmental professional throughout the country since 2005. cevecoed this that°-a w&organization
� working group that assists watersneo
Instrumental in implementing the watershed approach in Arkansas by partnerships ri Arkansas
working directly with local communities and natural resource agencies. 2002 and 2004,oo-ctairand chair AWAG
Principal Investigator on several applied research projects including ryatershed Conference.Developed
organized,and cameo-nut two state
watershed assessments which include data inventories.pollutant load waters'ec conferences which focused on
estimates,source identification and prioritization development of potential er Nrdrmenra van ng and education
solutions,and watershed monitoring:evaluation of waste management October 2004;Arkansas Geornorpnology
Assessment Group.initiated the forming of
systems and BMP implementation in protecting water.soil.and air quality; this group of professonais to encourage
and development of local.volunteer-basedoie
mteer-based programs which share resources t anon cts Ark smertttectriques and
arsas
to provide improved manure handling and utilization to minitnve impact to
environment and costs to farmers. cone-at o instructor presenter,&
r
were rotor,,Environmental Outreach-
Throughout Arkansas has ceveroped
DETAILED EXPERIENCE presentations arc tranmg matenaK along with
cooromatr g meetings&train rg on watershed
Executive Director(December 2004 to Present).Watershed Conservation ntaragement,6MPs,and assessment
Resource Center(WCRC),Little Rock.AR Oversee and manages newly Employment History
formed environmental non-profit organization.Responsible for project Watershed Conservator Resource Center,
December 2004 to present.Arkansas
design:grant writing;developing budgets;providing technical assistance: Department of Env ronmentai Quaky,'992 to
and carrying-out watershed based projects.Current projects include a 2004 FTN Assocates '- D..1989 to 1992
regional watershed education program for environmental professionals: Aluminum Company of America,1989
unpaved road survey and sediment evaluation;stream bank erosion St.Catrenne s rwian xhooi 195d to 1985
Badische Corporacon, 1984 to 198;
evaluation and prioritization; stream restoration design and implementation: University of Arkansas.Chemical Engineering
and watershed sediment source and load estimate evaluation Department,1981 to 944
Stream Restoratiow-Statement of QuNeficatioes
28
Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
Resume: Sandi J. Formica
Environmental Preservation Division Chief kM av 2001 to December Select Publications:
2004),Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality,Little Rock,AR S.J.Formica,MA Van Ens.M.A.Verson,
Managed non-regulatory.technically-based Division of 11 employ ees with A.S.Cattier T.L MomSediments,Sd.rce J.M Beck.Inventory 1NyFWR
wakrshed- arc
an annual budget of S 1 million.The Division consisted of three sections. Era►iatcn'Proceedings-ASAE Conference
- ustaiEnvironmental Projects. Environmental Outreach and Program WWetlands,a Wwsolut d v.ces for elaSeptember
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 M A.Van Eps,S.J.Formica T.L.Morns
J M.Beck A.S Cotter 'Using a Bank
operations:watershed assessments which include evaluations of stream Eroson Hazard Inaex iBEHl1 to Estimate
stability,development and implementation of watershed approach which Annual Sedment Loads'Tom Streambank
Erincludesproviding both pi-Inning and technical assistance to watershed Watershed
r theProceedings
Fork frWom River
P P watershed'Proceedmgs'rom ASAE
groups:providing water quality training to both high school teachers and Conference'Self-Si/starting Solubons'or
Streams.Wetlands,and Watersheds,'he-c
students statewide:and the development of an agency pollution prevention Septemoer 12-15,2004,St.Paul.MN.
program. All programs and projects emphasize implementation.education. Brye,K.R T.L Moms,D.M.Miller,S.J
and awareness.Over 9000 public contacts were made in 2002 from Formica,MA Van Eps 2004 'Estimating
Bulk Density n Vertically Exposed Stoney
Division technical transfer workshops.information meetings. Alluvium Using a Mocifed Excavation
presentations,poster sessions.org'mi7ational meetings.and public Method Journal of Env:onmental Quality
outreach events Formica.S.J.:Giese,J:Kresse,T M.
Moms.T.:and Van Eps,M A.2001.'Using
Program Support Manager(January 1999 to April 2001),Arkansas Data Communication,and Education to
Improve Same Waste Management n the
Department of Environmental Quality.Little Rock,AR,Section Manager, Buffalo Rver Watershed-'Published in the
Watershed and Technical Support Section(«TSS).Environmental arooeedings--2nd National Conference
Noncom Bounce Poiution Information tl
Preservation Division. Responsible for the development-management.and Education Programs May 15-17 Chicago,IL.
administration of the WTSS program to 1)provided technical expertise Formica,Si., .Anderson,W M.;Van Eps.
and planning through proactive environmental projects that investigate M A.;Moms.T:and Srivastava,Puneet
2001.A Community Approach to Handing
both the environmental and economic benefits of potential solutions and 2) and Utiliz.rg Dairy Manure n the Buffalo
developed and implement state watershed strategies which focus on River Watershed'Proceeding of the Natural
Resource Age-culture and Engineering
voluntary participation- local stakeholder involvement,and identifying Service.-Dairy Manure Systems:Eq.,omert
viable solutions. Coordinated, supervised and evaluated the WTSS arid Technology'Mar 20-22,Rochester.N"
professional staff of five engineers and scientists. Secured funding for Fomica.S.J. Giese.J;Kresse,T M
Moms T.;Van Ens.MA_;and Anderson
special projects including approximately two million dollars of w.M.2001 -Buffalo National River
environmental grant to improve andprotect the states natural resources_ Watershec Partrrerships to ion eve Swne
Waste Management'EPA Seaion 31 g
Arkansas Department of Pollution Control&Ecology,Little Rock,AR Success Stones.'Id 3.
Srivastava,Puneet Formica,S.J;and Van
• Engineer II and Project Manager(Nov 1994-Dec 1998),Environmental Eps,M.A.2001."A Watershed Approach to
Preservation Division Assess tee West Fork of the Wh to River'
Abstract pub shed in the of
• Inspection Engineer II(Feb 1992-Sep1994),Water Division Arkansas Water Resource Cenne+,,TMD L
and Related Water Quart),Issues
Chemical Engineer(July 1989 to February 1992).FTN Associates,LTD., Conference held April 3-4,Fayetteville AR
Little Rock AR Pole,D.H.,Reed.BA;Daniel.T.0 Nichols.
D-J.;Moore,PA..Jr..Edwards.D R:and
Formica.S.J.2001. Water-Quality Effects of
Chemical Engineer(January 1989 to June 1989),Aluminum Company of Ingoatmn Rate and Manure Apoi,cation Rate
America,Bauxite.AR for Soils Receiving.2 wine Manure.'Journal of
Soil and Water Conservation.Vol.58.No1.
st 1986 to May 1988 . Van Ens, M.A.; Formica.Si.. .Kresse.
Secondary Mathematics and Science Teacher
(August - ) T M.:Czamomski,A;Morris,T;VanScha k
St.Catherine's Indian School,Santa Fe.NM. E.;Giese,J 1098.'Survey of Arkansas
Swine Liquid Waste Systems.'Proceedings
from'International Conference or rcutural
Chemical Engineer(May 1984 to August 1985),Badische Corporation, Enginee s g'held n Oslo.NorwayPape•No.
Freeport,TX 88-E-017
Formica,S.J.,J.A.Baron,L.T.Thibodeaux
Research and Departmental Assistant(August 1981 to April 1984), and LT Valsaraj 1088.PCB Transport nto
Lake Se Model andChemical Engineering Department.University of Arkansas.Fayetteville, Laboratory SoulaUion.Env.Science and
AR. Tech.,Vol 22,No.12,p. 1435.
Stream Restoration—Statement of Quartfiouions
29
Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
Resume: Matthew A. Van Eps. PE
Watershed Conservation
Matthew Van Eps.PE.is the associate director and co-founder of the Resource Center
Watershed Conservation Resource Center. Mr.Van Eps has a diverse Associate Director
and unique work experience history that has facilitated the development
of specialized watershed assessment.conservation and restoration stills. PE License*: 10661
He is the project engineer for several stream restoration designs and Years of Experience
implementation projects in Arkanca5.His background has served to
develop his understanding of the physical chemical biological.and eenty--ve
anthropogenic processes affecting watershed resources. He has been a Education
project engineer on numerous watershed assessment projects in both Master
of of Arkansas-egretieville Arkansas
Master of Engneenng Cegree in Environmental
rural and urban settings.He was also the project engineer for several Engneenng.Decerroer'996
projects that evaluated the implementation of BMPs to reduce the impact Virg„Peytechno nstit,.oe ana State
of confined animal operation on water quality in Arkansas.Mr.Van Eps IJ^ve'ity-Blacksburg V rginia
has a broad background in watershed management and has expertise in Bachelor" n ScienceM Degree r Chemical
gr g perk Eng^eenng May'i.93
many aspects of the field including assessment.regulatory issues. stream
Professional Training
stability analysis,stream restoration design practices.integration of Cr Rosgen s Wtoland Hydrology Courses
stakeholder involvement,nutrient management.non-point source -Ape Fluvial Geomorphology
-R ye'Morphology&Applications
pollution and BMP identification and implementation -R ve•Assessment&Monitor'g
-R ye,Restoration&Naturai Channel Design
Associate Director(December 2004 to Present).Watershed Conservation
Resource C enter(W CRC).LittleRock..A R Special Recognition
Provides technical.engineering.and project design expertise for Partnership Re i for Environmental Excellence Abram
gion'JI
recognized environmental nonprofit organization. Stream restoration Employment History
design development and implementation project engineer_ Responsible
Watershec Conservation Resource Center 2004
for all GIS applications;restoration design;and field data collection. -Present
Assists with budgeting;grant development;and project development. Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality
1997-2004
Challenge Environmental Laboratories'997
Engineer PE,Environmental Projects Section Manager.AR Dept.of University of Arkansas Cori Engineering
Environmental Quality September 1997-December 2004,West Fork Department 1994 to 19c05
White River Watershed Assessment.
Synergistic Activities
Project engineer for a watershed assessment of the West Fork White Member of Green Infrastn:cture Envronmental
River in Northwest Arkansas. Surveyed the West Fork White River Subcommttee for Fayetteville Green
Infrastructure Project 2009
(WFWR)and tributaries evaluating the erosion potential of stream banks
using a Bank Erosion Hazard Index.Developed and implemented a Guest Lecturer for Ecological Engineerrg
progressive and efficient data collection and presentation process course at the Unive city or A kansas 2009
utilizing a GIS interface and hand-held computing technology.Selected Guest Lecturer for Environmental Soil and Water
suitable locations for the installation of permanent cross-section Science course at the Unwersry of Arkansas
2009
locations to assist in evaluating stream stability of the WFWR.
M
to
Performed computations and analysis of geomorphology data collected Presented Streamnhogy concepts e
�� g � aaem+oees of thheeRegion^_ Sa annual metng
for the WFWR assessment.Collected data to develop a bank erosion in 2007
sediment delivery model_Reviewed Quality Assurance Project Plans Selected Publications:
(QAPP)to be submitted to the EPA addressing stormwater and MA.Van Eps,S.J.Fonrto T L.Mars,J M.
biological sampling methods in the watershed. Beck,A.S.Cotter.'Using a Bank Erosion
Hazaro Index(BEHI:to Estimate Annual
Sedment Loads from Streanbank Eroson r the
Urban Watershed Assessment. west Fork White R ver Watershed'Proceedings
Principal investigator for assessingthe condition the Rock Creek fro ASAE Conference"Self-Sustaining
offrom ASAE
for Streams Wetlands,and
watershed in Little Rock.Arkansas. Developed project proposal.work Watersheds.'held September 12-•5,2004,St
Paul.MN.
Natural Resources—Statement of Qualifications
30
Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
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.and Associate Director
delineation of watershed and sub-watershed boundaries utiti7inp GIS:
utilization of visual watershed assessment methods and handheld PC GIS
interface for rapid assessment and prioritization;evaluation of historical Selected Publications:
flow data to determine changes in local hydrology; development of a S J Formica,MA Van Eps.M A Nelson.A S.
flow weighted storm water quality sampling program;and collected and Cotter T.L Mars J M Beat "Nest Fort fete
evaluated fluvial geomorphology data to determine stream stability and RandaverEvaluation Watershed'P-Sedme+groceeongs Source.inventory
`corm ASAE
restoration potential. Conference-Self-Sustaining Soe4 ons for
Streams.Wetlands,and Watersheds.'held
September 12-15,2004,St.Pain,MN.
Fluvial Geomorphology Data Collection and Evaluation.
Collected and analyzed fluvial geomorphology.data to establish Form K R.,T L.Van Moms,D.M 2004 'Es,S.J.
�� �' Fom+rca M A Eps 'Estamat:ng Bulk
relationships between watershed area and stream channel geometry for Density r Vertically Exposed Stoney Alluvium
the Boston Mountain p -hvsio��hic region Obtained and evaluated Using a Modified Excavation Methu 'Journal of
Environmental Quaky In Press
historical USGS gage station records to determine flood return frequency Fonn+ca S J 3ese,J Kresse.T M. Moms,
as well as gage height and channel geometry relationships. Collected T. and Van Eps.M.A.2001 'Using Cata
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 survey for S wterne Washed.'teP Manaublished gemin ent th e in the Buffo
ngs Riverofthe Was proceed
the City of Rogers.Arkansas for 15 miles of Osage Creek and headwater end National Conference "Nonpdrt Source
Polk:toe Irfornation it Educator Programs."
tributaries.Provided comment,critical review and technical assistance held May 15-17,Chicago.IL
on proposed stream bank stabilization projects to increase success and
Formica S.J. Anderson.W M Van Eps,MA
reduce costs. Morris.T:and Srivastava Pavel.2001 'A
Received over 200 hours of fluvial geomorphology training from Dave Canmunty Approacr to Handling arc Lit l¢rg
Rosgen.P.H..Ph.D.Assisted Dr. duringtrainingcourses Pa Ty Manure in the eecnBuilai River theWatershedNatural
Rosgen Pub,shed�n tre proceecasgs of Natural
conducted in Northwest Arkansas_including selection of sites for Resource.Agric.Atwe,and Engneerng Service
"Dairy ipment arc
students to observe geomorphologic process and providing assistance to Te Manu
c^rology're helSdystems Equ
March 20 22,Rochester.NV.
students performing assessments in the field. Provided field based
J;Kresse, Morns.
instruction of basic fluvial geomorphology concepts to attendees of the Fo Van Eps.A and Anderson.W M 2001
1st Arkansas Watershed Advisory Group Conference in October 2002. 'Buffalo National River Watershed:Partnerships
morovHe is an instructor for the Basic Field Techniques to Determine Stream to Wishec Swine Waste Management.'To be
puishec in U.S EPA Section 319 Success
Morphology training course presented by the WCRC Mid-South Stones,Volume 3.
Watershed Training Program. Srvastava Puneet:Formica,S J:and Van Eps,
M.A 2001.'A Watershed Approach to Assess
the West Fork of the White R ver"Published n
the proceedings of the Arkansas Water
Resource Center,'TMDL and Related Water
Quality issues Conference"held Apnl 3-4
Fayetteville.AR.
Natural Resources—Statement of Qualifications
31
Attachment iii.
Letters of Commitment
BEAVERWATERSHED ALLIANCE
U.S.Environmental Protection Agency Region 6
May 15,2019
Subject:Letter of support for Tanglewood Branch Restoration grant application
To Whom It May Concern:
The Beaver Watershed Alliance(Alliance)is a 5o1(c)3 non-profit organization whose primary purpose is
to foster communication among diverse stakeholders and restore water quality of impaired stream and
lake areas in the Beaver Lake Watershed, with the objective of maintaining a long-term,high-quality
drinking water supply to meet current and future needs in Northwest Arkansas. Tanglewood Branch,a
spring-fed stream located in the Boston Mountains Ecoregion of the Arkansas Ozarks,is a tributary to
the West Fork of the White River,a 3o3(d)listed stream segment. Tanglewood Branch,in the City of
Fayetteville(City),has experienced severe stream bank erosion and habitat loss and is among the most
urbanized drainage basins in the Beaver Lake Watershed. The Alliance has been involved in the efforts
of the City to establish an ecological corridor for this headwater stream. To this end,the Alliance is
strongly in support of,and wishes to join in partnership with the Watershed Conservation Resources
Center (WCRC) in the restoration of the riparian zone, stream channel and other natural features
Tanglewood Branch.
The WCRC is developing an EPA grant proposal to restore 1,50o feet of stream channel,3,aoo feet of
riparian zone and two spring-fed wetlands type features to reestablish local ecosystem services in this
highly urbanized area. The Affiance will participate in this proposed project by conducting hands-on
workshops at the site to train participants in 1)safe removal techniques for invasive exotic plants along
streams and 2)the identification,selection and establishment of native species in riparian and wetland
areas of Tanglewood Branch. The goals of these workshops and the activity they generate is to protect
water quality and restore wildlife habitat in Tanglewood Branch and downstream. Additionally,we will
monitor invasive and native species of plants in the Tanglewood Branch for the Arkansas Natural
Heritage Commission plant tracking program and assist the project with outreach and other activities.
We place a value of these in-kind services at$35,000.
We look forward to working closely with the City and the WCRC on the restoration of Tanglewood Branch
and furthering the protection of the West Fork of the White River and Beaver Lake. If you have questions
about this letter of support,or need additional information,please do not hesitate to contact me.
oleyiy....„."
Clell J.Fo
Executive Director,Beaver Watershed Alliance
Cc: Peter Nierengarten,Sustainability Directory,City of Favetteville.
Sandi Formica,Executive Director,Watershed Conservation Resource Center
To proactively protect,enhance and sustain water quality in Heaver Lake and the integrity of its watershed.
Beaver Watershed Alliance / 614E Emma Ave.Suite M43$Springdale AR 72764 / 479.750.8007
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Attachment iii.
Letters of Commitment
•
..,•
May 15,2019
To EPA Region 6:
Beaver Water District is the largest water utility in the Northwest Arkansas Metropolitan Area,
serving potable water to more than 320,000 persons in the cities of Bentonville,Rogers,Springdale
and Fayetteville. On average,we produce roughly 56 million gallons of clean,safe drinking water
each day. The quality of that drinking water and our ability to provide it at an economical rate are
highly dependent upon the source of the water,Beaver Lake. So much of what we do depends on
Beaver Lake,which is why we have chosen to invest heavily in stream and riparian restoration
programs to maintain its water quality.
The District wholeheartedly supports The City of Fayetteville and the Watershed Conservation
Resource Center(WCRC)in their grant proposal'Restoring the Riparian,Channel,and other Natural
Features of Tanglewood Branch in Fayetteville,AR.' Tangkwood Branch resides in the West Fork
watershed in the White River system,an impaired watershed that has been identified as a priority for
restoration based on watershed planning. This restoration will reduce sediment and nutrient loading
to the lake and ensure this section of Tanglewood Branch is healthy for the foreseeable future.
Of interest to the district is the need for high quality restoration in these water systems. The WCRC
is unique in their approach to stream and riparian restoration due to their focus on improving water
quality and aquatic habitats and their long-term success rate for similar projects. Their work is
always of the utmost quality that can stand the extreme hydrologic variability observed in our region.
We need organizations such as the WCRC to demonstrate the most effective techniques and
participate in knowledge transfer so that other entities begin to adopt them. The hands-on workshops
proposed will be pivotal in accomplishing this goal.
BWD will be participating in the project by providing in-kind match to support streambank and
biological monitoring of the project area totaling S29,479. If you have any questions,please feel free
to contact me at 479-756-3651.
aely
ames McCarty
Environmental Quality Manager
Beaver Water District
CC:Lane Crider,CEO
Bill HagenBurger,COO
Amy Wilson,Manager of Public Affairs
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Attachment iii.
Letters of Commitment
THE DEPARTMENT•tt ARKANSAS
2019
HERITAGE May ".
•
:\sa Hutchinson
('rnnr l o Environmental Protection Agency,Region h:
Stacy aunt The Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission(ANI IC)fully supports the City
ninemr of Fayetteville and the Watershed Conservation Resource Center(WCRC)'s
grant proposal'Restoring the Riparian.Channel.and other Natural Features of
'langleworxl Branch in Fayetteville,AR.'Their holistic approach to stream
and natural features restoration in which natural channel design techniques are
Arkansas Arts limns 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 arc needed to train other
Arkansas Iltstorit environmental professionals on this restoration approach.This project also
1'nvnatiun rn>gram supports our efforts to promote restoration in urban environments that create
• corridors of habitat for wildlife within urban areas.
Arkansas Natural
Heritage Commission The ANHC will also provide technical expertise to help develop the
vegetation monitoring,plant species identification,native plant selection.and
Arkansas State Archivessourcing of native plants for restoration.Contribution of our stairs time on
this project will amount to S400.O0 in-kind matching funds.'Hie WCRC has
provided their data to ANHC from previous work on native plants and
Delta Cultural Center identification of natural features.and we will include any rare species data
• collected through this project in our statewide database for tracking species of
I listens Arkansas Museum conservation concern.Such data from past WCRC projects have been
incorporated into our database,and the natural features data have been used to
identify new sites for aquatic species of conservation concern,such as the
stosau'Lemplars Cultural(rutmr Arkansas Darter(E1hcosloina craglni)and Least Darter(E. nucrop rca). We
look forward to acquiring new data from the proposed project.
Old State House Museum
The activities proposed by the City and the WCRC as part of the proposed
project complement our agency's conservation work and will help to improve
and protect natural resources and water quality in the Beaver Lake watershed
'thank you for your consideration of this significant restoration project.
Sincerely.
Mil North Strtml Bill Holimoaa
Little Rods,AR 72Tn1 Director
(5ot)2.4-90t9 Bilt.Holimonc 'ai ansas.gov
ant•OM)124-gn1R 501.324,9761
inftrignaturalheritage.com
www.riaturalheritage.com
An Gquat Opportunity Employer
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Attachment iii.
Letters of Commitment
-J
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 stream bank
restoration project on Tanglewood Branch of the White River Watershed.
IRWP's mission is to improve the integrity of the Illinois River Watershed 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.
Tanglewood Branch is located within the White River Watershed,which is adjacent to the Clear Creek
tributary of the Illinois River Watershed.This project will be of benefit to the entire area through
removal of invasive species and re-establishment of native riparian and wetland species.This particular
stream reach has been problematic due to extensive establishment of bush honeysuckle and Chinese
privet Additionally,this project will offer an additional demonstration site for field tours and
workshops.WCRC and IRWP previously partnered on several such educational events targeting
landowners,the general public,and built-environment professionals and found there is significant
interest in natural channel design and ecological restoration methods.
We are excited to participate in the continued efforts of the City of Fayetteville and WCRC to implement
an urban stream and wetland restoration project using natural channel design.We are proud of this
region and so grateful for the natural beauty and quality of life that we enjoy.
Thank you for your consideration and support of this significant steam and ecological restoration
project.
Sincerely,
lr+C1.4t... ._.__—
Nicole riardiman,Ph.D.
Executive Director
Illinois River Watershed Partnership
Post Office Box 205
Cave Springs,AR 72718
Email:director@irwp.org
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Attachment iii.
Letters of Commitment
XD��.Ti'p..v1tIE r
keirttoy5 assoctatton
Prow*L g the eo t ervation.of natural areas{w ti-greater F akjcttevtllt area to bataxee the Needc
of peo$te and.41d11{e for generat{oNs to Donne
May 15,2019
RE:Restoring the Riparian,Channel,and other Natural Features of Tanglewood Branch in Fayetteville,AR
To:Peter Nierengarten,Sustainability Director
City of Fayetteville
Dear Peter:
The Fayetteville Natural Heritage Association(FNHA)is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to
promote the conservation of natural areas in the greater Fayetteville area to balance the needs of people and
wildlife for generations to come.We value the partnership formed with the City of Fayetteville;one that has
helped preserve our natural heritage for over 16 years.Tanglewood Branch,in the City of Fayetteville(City),has
experienced severe stream bank erosion and habitat loss and is among the most urbanized drainage basins in
the watershed area.As Fayetteville grows and becomes more urbanized,our natural areas are becoming more
important for the protection of water resources,plant communities and wildlife.
FNHA supports the Watershed Conservation Resource Center and the City to implement natural stream
restoration techniques to restore the urban channel,improve water quality,remove invasive plant species,
establish native vegetation and educate the public on the benefits of such actions.FNHA supports outreach
activities to Fayetteville residents and environmental professionals to promote native plant sharing and hands-
on collection techniques to increase native vegetation and wildlife habitat throughout the City. FNMA would
promote these efforts on social media,emails,and through other promotion media.
We encourage this proposal to be funded to advance overlapping missions and to further partnerships to
restore and protect our community's natural resources.
Respectfully,
Jennifer Ogle,President
Dot Neely,Vice President
Bob Caulk,Treasurer
Craig Edmonston,Secretary
Tom Dureka,Governing Board Member
Pete Heinzelmann,Governing Board Member
Terri Lane,Governing Board Member
Becky Roark,Governing Board Member
Dana Smith,Governing Board Member
Barbara Taylor,Governing Board Member
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Attachment 2
Scope of Work
Stream Restoration Survey and Design, Invasive Species Removal Planning,
Construction Procurement Assistance, Construction Oversight, and Project
Management:
Tanglewood Branch
Fayetteville, Arkansas
By Watershed Conservation Resource Center
May 12, 2020
Specific project tasks associated with the proposed work are described below and are congruent
with the tasks that were developed in the approved EPA workplan. A budget for the work
presented by task and to be billed based on task completion percentage can be found on the final
page of this scope.
Task 1:Development of Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP). The WCRC will develop a
draft QAPP. The QAPP will be submitted to the EPA for review, and final edits will be made.
The purpose of the QAPP is to assure quality data collection. The deliverable for successful
completion of this task is an EPA approved QAPP.
Task 2:Site Monitoring and Collection of Pre and Post Restoration Data. 1)The WCRC will
work with project partners to establish plant monitoring sites along the riparian and natural
features areas of the Tanglewood Branch project areas. At these sites, the WCRC will collect
data during two seasons (late spring and late summer)at the following milestones during the
project period: a)prior to any restoration; b) following the removal of invasive plants; and c)
following channel restoration activities. 2)The WCRC will establish sites for measuring bank
profiles in order to estimate sediment loading from eroding streambanks within the project area.
The WCRC will collect data over a one year period prior to restoration and will then collect data
over a one-year period following restoration. 3)The WCRC will work with partners and
professional service providers to perform biological assessment of fish and macroinvertebrate
populations in Tanglewood Branch before and after restoration. The deliverables for this task
include: 1)A written report summarizing the community composition and density of riparian
Attachment 2 -Tanglewood Branch Restoration Scope of Work
plant species, 2)A written summary of streambank erosion rates observed along Tanglewood
Branch, and 3)A written summary of the aquatic biology before and after restoration. The
WCRC will be responsible for paying for professional services associated with biological
monitoring.
Task 3:Removal of Invasive Vegetation,Native Species Selection, and Establishment.
In order to improve the ecology and aesthetics of the Tanglewood Branch riparian corridor, the
WCRC will develop a riparian corridor vegetation management plan. The WCRC will solicit
bids or quotes for work to remove invasive species identified in the management plan under the
guidance of the City. The WCRC will provide training and oversight to the vendor's work.
The WCRC will identify sources of native species that are appropriate for the ecoregion and
similar sites where plants can be procured. The WCRC will solicit bids for work to incorporate
native plants into the riparian areas, natural features, and during construction of floodplains
under guidance from the City. The WCRC will provide oversite to vendors providing services
to plant native species. The WCRC will be responsible for development of construction
services procurement documents in coordination with the City. The WCRC will be responsible
for developing bid documents, written quotes, and vendor selection for materials and items
needed for invasive species removal and native vegetation establishment. Deliverables for this
work include a written summary of invasive species removal and native species planting.
Task 4:Develop Restoration Design. The WCRC will provide professional services associated
with the development of a stream restoration plan that includes construction drawings.
Specifically the WCRC will: 1)Collect survey data. 2) Develop a final restoration plan that
includes the channel, riparian, natural features, and vegetation establishment. 3) Develop
construction drawings.4)Obtain Corps 404 permit, ADEQ authorization, and a local flood plain
permit. Deliverables for this work will include a stream restoration plan, construction
drawings, approved 404 permit application, and an ADEQ Short-term Activity Authorization
Permit.
Task 5:Construction of Restoration Design. The WCRC will assist the City with the
procurement of construction materials to be used for the project by researching and soliciting
bids for materials. The WCRC will develop a bidding document for the City to retain the
services of a qualified contractor to construct the restoration project. Prior to construction, the
WCRC will assist with the receiving of materials for construction and will stake the site as
Attachment 2 -Tanglewood Branch Restoration Scope of Work
needed for construction activities. The WCRC will provide construction oversight for all
phases of stream restoration construction activity. The deliverable will be a report that
summarizes the performance and completion of restoration activities that will be incorporated
into the final report for the grant.
Task 6: Technology Transfer- Training Workshops and Outreach. The WCRC will provide
services for the development and facilitation of three hands-on training workshops that will
focus on invasive species vegetation removal along streams and rivers using both mechanical
and chemical methods. The WCRC will also provide three hands-on training workshops on
native plant selection and establishment. During the course of the grant period,the WCRC will
provide three field tours to developers, city planners, local decision makers,and/or
environmental professionals. The WCRC will work with project partners to develop and install
interpretive signage on restoration techniques, habitat and plant species for placement near the
restoration work. The WCRC will provide copies of workshop agendas, sign-in sheets, and a
written summary of outreach activities for inclusion in quarterly and final reporting.
Task 7:Administrative and Reporting. The WCRC will prepare quarterly reports as well as a
final report. Quarterly reports will be required for the WCRC to receive invoices prepared for
the City.
Attachment 2 -Tanglewood Branch Restoration Scope of Work
%Task Payment Cumulative
Amount Payments
Task Task Description Amount Completed Cumulative Requested Requested to Start End Deliverable/Product
This Quarter Complete
This Quarter Date
1A Develop Draft QAPP $3,500 6/1/2020 6/30/2020 Draft QAPP
1B Finalize QAPP $1,500 7/1/2020 7/31/2020 Approved QAPP
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2 Site Monitoring
1) Select plant monitoring sites and collect
2.1 data spring and summer
2.1.a a. before restoration $8,000 3/15/2021 9/30/2021 Map of monitoring sites,List of Plant Species
2.1.b b. following invasive removal $6,000 4/1/2022 9/30/2022 List of plant species
2.1.c c. following channel restoration $6,000 4/1/2020 4/30/2020 List of plant species
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2) Select streambank monitoring sites
2.2 and measure bank profiles
2.2.a a. Before channel restoration $6,000 4/1/2020 12/31/2020 Sediment load estimate
2.2.b b. After channel restoration $4,000 7/1/2021 10/31/2022 Sediment load reduction estimate
✓ 2.3 3) Conduct biological assessment
2.3.a a. Before restoration $5,000 4/1/2020 10/31/2020 Summary of sampling results
2.3.b b. After restoration $5,000 4/1/2021 10/31/2021 Summary of Sampling results
• 3 Native Plant Establishment
r 3.1 1) Develop Site Re-vegetation Plan $10,000 6/1/2020 7/31/2020 Site re-vegetation plan and bid documents
.
3.2 2) Oversee Removal of invasive vegetation $10,000 8/1/2020 10/31/2020 Summary of plant removal
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3.3 3) Select and source native plants $2,500 1/1/2020 7/31/2020 List of plant species and bid specifications
3.4 4) Oversee Planting of restoration areas $10,000 Written summary of planting effort
3.4.a a. Riparian and natural features 4/1/2021 4/1/2022 Summary of establishment
3.4.b b. Constructed flood plains 3/1/2021 4/31/2022 Summary of establishment
✓ 4 Restoration Design Development
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4.1 1) Perform geomorphology survey $15,000 8/1/2020 8/31/2020 Summary of data collected
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4.2 2) Develop site restoration plan $25,000 9/1/2020 9/30/2020 Restoration layout
✓ 4.3 3) Develop construction drawings $25,000 10/1/2020 10/31/2020 Construction drawings
.
4.4 4) Obtain necessary permits $20,000 9/1/2020 12/31/2020 Letter of"No-Rise",404 Permit,ADEQ STAA
✓ 5 Construct Restoration
5.1 1) Bid work and materials $8,000 6/1/2020 12/31/2020 Bid Documents for Contractor.Bid Requests
2) Contruction Coordination,Site Staking,
5.2 and Construction Oversight $32,000 1/1/2021 3/31/2021 WCRC to Provide Construction Oversight
✓ 5.3 3) Oversight of site finishing work $10,000 4/1/2021 6/30/2021 Written Summary of Construction Efforts
r 6 Technology Transfer
6.1 1) Conduct training workshops Workshop Agendas
6.1.a a. Invasive Removal $10,000 6/1/2020 6/30/2021 Summary of workshops
6.1.b b. Native Plant Establishment $10,000 11/1/2020 11/30/2022 Summary of workshops
6.2 2) Conduct field tours $7,000 6/1/2021 11/30/2022 Summary of tours
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6.3 3) Design native plant/ecoregion signage $5,000 6/1/2021 11/30/2022 Signage design
7 7:Reporting-Quarterly Report
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r 7.1 1) Quarterly Reports $16,500 1/30/2020 9/30/2022 Progress report
7.2 2) Final Report $8,500 6/1/2022 12/31/2022 Final report
Total $269,500
Attachment 2 -Tanglewood Branch Restoration Scope of Work
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Fayetteville,AR 72701
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Ordinance: 6141
File Number:2018-0723
WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER MOU:
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AN ORDINANCE TO WAIVE THE REQUIREMENTS OF FORMAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND
APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE WATERSHED CONSERVATION
RESOURCE CENTER FOR A TERM OF FIVE YEARS TO ESTABLISH A GENERAL FRAMEWORK
OF COOPERATION TO SEEK FUNDING, CONDUCT STREAM RESTORATION PROJECTS AND
TO WORK TOGETHER ON NONPOINT SOURCE RELATED ISSUES
WHEREAS, the Watershed Conservation Resource Center is a nonprofit organization with regional
experts that strive to protect, conserve and restore natural resources by utilizing the watershed
approach, environmental outreach, and providing planning and technical assistance to landowners,
communities, and government; and
WHEREAS, the City has successfully partnered with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center in the
past to receive approximately $3,100,000.00 in federal grants for stream restoration and the Watershed
Conservation Resource Center has been instrumental in securing these grant funds due to its relationship
with federal grant agencies and a proven track record of successful stream restoration projects; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Memorandum of Understanding is to establish a general framework for
cooperation between the Watershed Conservation Resource Center and the City to seek funding and
conduct stream restoration projects to achieve the common goal of restoring unstable sections of streams
to a morphologically stable form utilizing a natural channel design approach and to work together on
nonpoint source related issues associated with reducing nutrients and improving riparian and other natural
areas.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
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File Number: 2018-0723
Ordinance: 6141
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby determines an
exceptional situation exists in which competitive bidding is deemed not feasible or practical and
therefore waives the requirements of formal competitive bidding and approves a Memorandum of
Understanding between the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas and Watershed Conservation Resource
Center to establish a general framework for cooperation to seek funding and conduct stream restoration
projects and to work together on nonpoint source related issues for the next five years.
PASSED and APPROVED on 1/3/2019
Approved: l Attest:
L Held orda ayor Sondra E.Smith,City Clerk Treasurer
Page 2 Printed on 1/4/19
Change Order No. 1 to Task Order No. 3 Watershed
Conservation Resource Center
City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2022-1172
Legistar File ID
N/A
City Council Meeting Date-Agenda Item Only
N/A for Non-Agenda Item
Peter Nierengarten 12/7/2022 SUSTAINABILITY/RESILIENCE (631)
Submitted By Submitted Date Division/Department
Action Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 in the amount of$24,344.69 to Task Order No. 3 with the
Watershed Conservation Resource Center.This change order will be funded from previously approved contingency.
Budget Impact:
4708.860.7800-5860.02 Arts Corridor 2022 Bonds
Account Number Fund
46080.7800 Arts Corridor Improvements
Project Number Project Title
Budgeted Item? Yes Current Budget $ 268,050.00
Funds Obligated $ 241,100.00
Current Balance 26,950.00
Does item have a cost? Yes Item Cost $ 24,344.69
Budget Adjustment Attached? No Budget Adjustment $ -
Remaining Budget 2,605.31
V20210527
Purchase Order Number: 2020-00000747 Previous Ordinance or Resolution# 155-20
Change Order Number: 1 Approval Date: 12/09/2022
Original Contract Number: 2020-71
Comments:
CITY OF
. FAYETTEVILLE STAFF MEMO
ARKANSAS
TO: Mayor Lioneld Jordan
THRU: Susan Norton, Chief of Staff
FROM: Peter Nierengarten, Sustainability Director
DATE: December 6, 2022
SUBJECT: Watershed Conservation Resource Center—Changer Order No. 1 to Task Order
No. 3
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 in the amount of$24,344.69 to Task Order No. 3
with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center. This change order will be funded from
previously approved contingency.
BACKGROUND:
Task Order No. 3 was approved on June 4, 2020 by Resolution 155-20 for the design and
construction project management for a stream restoration project on Tanglewood Branch in the
Ramble/Cultural Arts Corridor. The Task Order amount was $269,000 plus a contingency amount of
$26,950.
DISCUSSION:
Additional work that was not in the original project scope was necessary to complete the project.
That work included additional design and field engineering at the stream interface with the
amphitheater, field engineering for ramble wetland areas and ramble wetland revegetation
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
The additional cost for this work is $24,344.69 which is within the project contingency amount.
Attachments:
1. Change Order 1 to Task Order 3
2. Resolution 155-20 for Task Order 3
Mailing Address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
CHANGE ORDER 1 TO TASK ORDER #3 WITH THE
WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER
BE IT KNOWN TO ALL:
That the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas and Watershed Conservation Resource Center, on
this 9th day of December , 2022, hereby agree that Task Order#3 with an effective date
of June 4, 2020, is hereby amended as follows:
1. Section III — Scope of Services shall include the activities set forth in Exhibit A
attached hereto.
2. Section IV —Fees and Payments shall include the additional payment of$24,344.69 as
consideration for the additional activities set forth in Exhibit A.
The parties agree and understand that this Amendment is supplemental to Task Order#3,
and that it does not alter, amend or abridge any of the rights, obligations, or duties of the parties
not expressly addressed herein.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused their signatures to be set by
their authorized representative effective the date set forth herein above.
Watershed Conservation Resource City of Fayetteville,Arkansas
Center
SANDI FORMIC x e Director IO ELD JO , Mayor
Date: laa Date: 12/09/2022
WITNESS: ATTEST:
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Attachment A: Work outside the existing contract scope
Project Engineer- Design Amphitheater and Stream
Project Engineer - Field Engineering Amphitheater Left Bank
Project Manager - Field Engineering Amphitheater Right Bank
Project Manager- Field Engineering for Ramble Wetland
Field Technician - Left Bank Slope Revegetation Amphitheater
Field Technician - Ramble Wetland Revegetation
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113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville AR 72701
(479) 575-8323
Resolution: 155-20
File Number: 2020-0420
WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER TASK ORDER NO. 3 - 2019
DRAINAGE BOND PROJECT:
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE TASK ORDER NO. 3 WITH THE WATERSHED
CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $269.500.00 FOR A
STREAM RESTORATION PROJECT ON TANGLEWOOD BRANCH IN THE CULTURAL
ARTS CORRIDOR. AND TO APPROVE A PROJECT CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT
OF $26,950.00 - 2019 DRAINAGE BOND PROJECT
WHEREAS. on January 3. 2019. the City Council approved Ordinance No. 6141 authorizing Mayor
Jordan to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center
for a term of five years to establish a general framework of cooperation to seek funding.conduct
stream restoration projects. and to work together on nonpoint source related issues; and
WHEREAS, on April 16. 2019, the City Council approved Resolution 93-19 authorizing the City to
apply to the EPA Region 6 Wetland Development Program for a grant in the amount of$500.000 for
restoration of Tanglewood Branch within the Fay Jones Woods:and
WHEREAS. City staff worked with Watershed Conservation Resource Center to identify the
restoration work necessary. develop the proposal.and prepare the grant application which resulted in
an award of$217.702.00.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
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Resolution 155-20
File Number 2020-0420
Section I: That the City Council of the City of I.ayetteville. Arkansas hereby authorizes \kly or Jordan
to sign I ask Order No. 3 w ith the Vv atershed Conservation Resource Center in the amount of
$269.500.00 for a stream restoration project on I anglewood Branch in the Cultural Arts Corridor.
and further approves a project contingency in the amount of$26.950.00.
PASSED and APPROVED on 6/4/2020
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Agenda Date:6/2/2020 Version ' Status: Passed
In Control: City Council Meeting File Type:Rescluticn
Agenda Number:A 9
WATERSHED CONSERVATION RESOURCE CENTER TASK ORDER NO.3-2019
DRAINAGE BOND PROJECT:
A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE TASK ORDER NO. 3 WITH THE WATERSHED CONSERVATION
RESOURCE CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF$269,500.00 FOR A STREAM RESTORATION
PROJECT ON TANGLEWOOD BRANCH IN THE CULTURAL ARTS CORRIDOR,AND TO
APPROVE A PROJECT CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF$26.950.00-2019 DRAINAGE
BOND PROJECT
WHEREAS,on January 3.2019.the City Council approved Ordinance No.6141 authorizing Mayor Jordan
to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for a term of five
years to establish a general framework of cooperation to seek funding,conduct stream restoration projects,and
to work together on nonpoint source related issues:and
WHEREAS,on April 16.2019.the City Council approved Resolution 93-19 authorizing the City to apply to
the EPA Region 6 Wetland Development Program for a grant in the amount of$500,000 for restoration of
Tanglewood Branch within the Fay Jones Woods;and
WHEREAS.City staff worked with Watershed Conservation Resource Center to identify the restoration
work necessary.develop the proposal.and prepare the grant application which resulted in an award of
$2 17.702.00.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE,ARKANSAS:
Section I: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville.Arkansas hereby authorizes Mayor Jordan to sign
Task Order No. 3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center in the amount of$269,500.00 for a
stream restoration project on Tanglewood Branch in the Cultural Arts Corridor,and further approves a project
contingency in the amount of$26.950.00.
City of Fayetteville,Arkansas Page 1 Printed on 6/5/2020
City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2020-0420
Legistar File ID
6/2/2020
City Council Meeting Date-Agenda Item Only
N/A for Non-Agenda Item
Leif Olson 5/15/2020 SUSTAINABILITY/RESILIENCE (631)
Submitted By Submitted Date Division/ Department
Action Recommendation:
Approval of Task Order#3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for Stream Restoration
Survey and Design, Invasive Species Removal Planning, Construction Procurement Assistance,
Construction Oversight, and Project Management on Tanglewood Branch in the Cultural Arts Corridor for
a not to exceed fee of$269,500 plus a 10% project contingency in the amount of$26,950.
Budget Impact:
4604.860.7800-5860.02 Drainage Projects 2019 Bonds
Account Number Fund
46040.7800 Arts Corridor Improvements
Project Number Project Title
Budgeted Item? Yes Current Budget $ 300,000.00
Funds Obligated $ -
Current Balance $ 300,000.00
Does item have a cost? Yes Item Cost $ 296,450.00
Budget Adjustment Attached? No Budget Adjustment $ -
Remaining Budget 5 3,550.00
V20180321
Purchase Order Number: Previous Ordinance or Resolution Ord 6 14 1
Change Order Number: Approval Date:
Original Contract Number
Comments:
CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEMO
ARKANSAS
MEETING OF JUNE 2, 2020
TO: Mayor and City Council
THRU: Susan Norton. Chief of Staff
FROM: Peter Nierengarten. Environmental Director
DATE: May 15. 2020
SUBJECT: Approval of Task Order#3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource
Center for Stream Restoration Survey and Design, Invasive Species
Removal Planning, Construction Procurement Assistance, Construction
Oversight, and Project Management on Tanglewood Branch in the Cultural
Arts Corridor for a not to exceed fee of$269,500 plus a 10% project
contingency in the amount of$26,950.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approval of Task Order#3 with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center for Stream
Restoration Survey and Design. Invasive Species Removal Planning. Construction Procurement
Assistance. Construction Oversight, and Project Management on Tanglewood Branch in the
Cultural Arts Corridor for a not to exceed fee of$269,500 plus a 10% project contingency in the
amount of$26.950.
BACKGROUND:
On January 3. 2019 the City Council approved Ordinance Number 6141 approving a
Memorandum of Understanding with the WCRC for a term of five years to establish a general
framework of cooperation to seek funding. conduct stream restoration projects and to work
together on nonpoint source related issues.
The City in partnership with the WCRC developed an EPA Region 6 Wetlands Development
Program grant proposal to demonstrate restoration methods on Tanglewood Branch by which
the riparian, channel. and natural features will be restored utilizing innovative ecoregion-based
vegetation establishment and natural channel design principles. The EPA awarded the grant
the City with a start date of October 1. 2019. This project will emphasize the importance of
restoring riparian and wetland areas with native plants and follow-up maintenance and
monitoring as a critical component of successful stream restoration projects.
Tanglewood Branch is a tributary to the West Fork of the White River and is likely the most
urbanized sub-watershed in Beaver Lake drainage area The project will emphasize the
importance of restoring riparian and wetland areas with native plants and follow-up maintenance
and monitoring as a critical component of successful stream restoration projects Tanglewood
Branch flows through a relatively isolated 10 acres that is well suited as an urban wildlife
corridor. The area where the stream restoration and riparian improvement work will be
Mailing Address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
conducted is located within the Fay Jones Woods conservation area and will serve to support
the larger cultural arts corridor project being developed. A healthy stream and riparian will
support wildlife and improve water quality. while the location of Tanglewood Branch creates a
unique opportunity for the site to serve as an education tool on native riparian and woodland
vegetation of the Ozark Mountains to City residents and visitors The project demonstrates
several newly developed restoration techniques that will restore local ecosystem services to this
heavily urbanized area
DISCUSSION:
The scope of work that the WCRC will complete for the Tanglewood Branch restoration project
in the Fay Jones Woods includes
• Development of a Quality Assurance Project Plan,
• Site monitoring and Collection of Pre and Post Restoration Data.
• Removal of Invasive Vegetation, Native Species Selection and Establishment,
• Restoration Design
• Construction Management
• Training Workshops and Outreach
• Project Management. Administration and Reporting
Specific project tasks associated with the proposed work are congruent with the tasks that were
developed in the approved EPA workplan.
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
Cost for this task order will be funded through the 2019 Drainage Projects 2019 Bond.
Attachments:
• Task Order No. 3 for Mayor's Signature
• Attachment 1 —Tanglewood Branch EPA Wetland Grant Narrative
• Attachment 2 —Scope of Work—WCRC Tanglewood Branch
• Task Order No. 3—Complete document
• Ordinance 6141
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S269,500 TASK ORDER NO 3
RESTORATION OF THE RIPARIAN. CHANNEL, AND OTHER NATURAL
FEATURES OF TANGLEWOOD BRANCH
IN FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS
STATE OF ARKANSAS
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
This Task Order is written pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as
described in Ordinance No. 6141 executed on January 3, 2019 The referenced MOU
pertains to potential stream restoration projects and associated services with the Watershed
Conservation Resource Center(WCRC). This Task Order entered into and executed on the
date indicated below the signature block by and between the City of Fayetteville (CITY) and
WCRC Center sets forth the project description, project schedule and associated fees for
professional services related to performance of project tasks associated with a grant
developed by the WCRC and submitted by the CITY that provides funding for proposed
stream and riparian enchantments on Tanglewood Branch in association with the
establishment of the Cultural Arts Corridor. The services provided by the WCRC to the City
are associated to Federal Assistance Agreement(CD-01F67901-0) "Restoration of the
Riparian, Channel, and other Natural Features of Tanglewood Branch in Fayetteville,
Arkansas" awarded to the City by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) on
September 5, 2019.
Section I - Project Description
The CITY in partnership with the WCRC developed an EPA Region 6 Wetlands
Development Program grant proposal to demonstrate restoration methods on Tanglewood
Branch by which the riparian, channel, and natural features will be restored utilizing
innovative ecoregion-based vegetation establishment and natural channel design principles
(Attachment 1). The EPA awarded the grant the City with a start date of October 1, 2019.
The project will emphasize the importance of restoring riparian and wetland areas with
native plants and follow-up maintenance and monitoring as a critical component of
successful stream restoration projects. Tanglewood Branch flows through a relatively
isolated 10 acres that is well suited as an urban wildlife corridor. The area where the
stream restoration and riparian improvement work will be conducted is located within the
Fay Jones Woods conservation area and will serve to support the larger cultural arts
corridor project being developed. A healthy stream and riparian will support wildlife and
improve water quality, while the location of Tanglewood Branch creates a unique
opportunity for the site to serve as an education tool on native riparian and woodland
vegetation of the Ozark Mountains to City residents and visitors. The project demonstrates
several newly developed restoration techniques that will restore local ecosystem services to
this heavily urbanized area.
THE..I'Y OF FAYETTEVILLE,ARS ANSAS
Section II - Project Timeframe
The WCRC will conduct the work over the period of the grant award which is June 2 2020
to December 31 2023
Section III - Scope of Services
The WCRC will conduct activities in coordination with the City as outlined in Attachment 2 -
Scope of Work, which is based on the EPA approved workplan (Attachment 1).
Section IV - Fees and Payments
WCRC will perform the above-referenced Scope of Services for$269,500 as detailed in the
attached project scope of work (Attachment 2).
Section V - Memorandum of Understanding in Effect
Except as amended specifically herein, the Memorandum of Understanding Fayetteville
shall remain in full force as originally approved.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this TASK ORDER to be duly
executed as of the date and year first herein written.
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