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Fayetteville,AR 72701
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Resolution: 308-20
File Number: 2020-085.5
WETLAND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT GRANT-2019 DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT
BOND PROJECT:
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF A WETLAND PROGRAM
DEVELOPMENT GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF$300,000.00 FROM THE
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY REGION 6 FOR STREAM RESTORATION
PROJECTS WITHIN THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE,AND TO APPROVE A BUDGET
ADJUSTMENT-2019 DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT BOND PROJECT
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 accept a Wetland Program Development Grant from the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6
in the amount of$300,000.00 for stream restoration projects within the City.
Section 2: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville,Arkansas hereby approves a budget
adjustment,a copy of which is attached to this Resolution.
PASSED and APPROVED on 12/15/2020
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File Number: 2020-0855
Agenda Date: 12/15/2020 Version: 1 Status: Passed
In Control: City Council Meeting File Type: Resolution
Agenda Number:A.5
WETLAND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT GRANT-2019 DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT BOND
PROJECT:
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF A WETLAND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $300,000.00 FROM THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY REGION 6 FOR STREAM RESTORATION PROJECTS WITHIN THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE,AND TO APPROVE A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT-2019 DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENT BOND PROJECT
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
accept a Wetland Program Development Grant from the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 in the
amount of$300,000.00 for stream restoration projects within the City.
Section 2: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville,Arkansas hereby approves a budget adjustment,a
copy of which is attached to this Resolution.
City of Fayetteville,Arkansas Page 1 Printed on 12/16/2020
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City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2020-0855
Legistar File ID
12/15/2020
City Council Meeting Date-Agenda Item Only
N/A for Non-Agenda Item
Chris Brown 11/18/2020 ENGINEERING (621)
Submitted By Submitted Date Division/ Department
Action Recommendation:
Acceptance of a Wetland Program Development Grant in the amount of$300,000 from the Environmental
Protection Agency Region 6 for the restoration of stream reaches within the City of Fayetteville and approval of a
budget adjustment acknowledging the receipt of the grant funds and required matching funds.
Budget Impact:
4601.860.7426-xxxx.xx 4601- Bond Program Grant Matching
4604.860.7426-xxxx.xx 4604- Drainage Projects 2019 Bonds
Account Number Fund
46040.7426 Drainage Projects 2019 Bonds, Bond Projects,
Stream Restoration - EPA Grant
Project Number Project Title
Budgeted Item? Yes Current Budget $ 100,000.00
Funds Obligated $ -
Current Balance S 100,000.00
Does item have a cost? No Item Cost $ -
Budget Adjustment Attached? Yes Budget Adjustment $ 300,000.00
Remaining Budget S 400,000.00
V20180321
Purchase Order Number: Previous Ordinance or Resolution# 28-19
Change Order Number: Approval Date:
Original Contract Number:
Comments:
® CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEMO
ARKANSAS
MEETING OF DECEMBER 15, 2020
TO: Mayor Lioneld Jordan
THRU: Susan Norton, Chief of Staff
Garner Stoll, Development Services Director
Chris Brown, City Engineer
FROM: Alan Pugh, Staff Engineer
DATE: November 18, 2020
SUBJECT: Acceptance of a Wetland Program Development Grant in the amount of
$300,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 for the
restoration of stream reaches within the City of Fayetteville and approval of
a budget adjustment acknowledging the receipt of the grant funds and
required matching funds.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends acceptance of a Wetland Program Development Grant in the amount of
$300,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 for the restoration of stream
reaches within the City of Fayetteville and approval of a budget adjustment acknowledging the
receipt of the grant funds and required matching funds.
BACKGROUND:
On February 5, 2019 the City council approved resolution number 28-19 allowing staff to apply
for an EPA Wetland Program Development Grant (WPDG) provided the overall project did not
exceed $400,000 with the City's portion not exceeding $100,000. The potential projects
identified at that time as a potential for grant funds were as follows:
• Scull Creek just north of Van Asche Drive: includes damage to private property from
large cut banks.
• Niokaska Creek downstream of Azalea Terrace: Includes an "s" turn in which a large
amount of erosion is taking place and beginning to threaten private structures
• Within existing park land on a tributary to Flynn Creek near N Brookbury Crossing which
also includes damage to private property
• Clear Creek directly downstream of Lake Fayetteville: includes damage to both public
and private property
As per the previous resolution, the City requested funding to aid in stream restoration projects
within the Clear Creek/Mud Creek drainage basins. These projects will be completed to the
extent funding allows.
Mailing Address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
DISCUSSION:
On August 25, 2020 the EPA announced that it had approved our application and awarded the
City of Fayetteville $300,000 in WPDG funds in order to move forward the projects as outlined.
As approved previously, the City will be responsible for$100,000 in matching funds which were
included in the 2019 bond drainage improvement program.
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
Funding was included in the 2019 Drainage Bond Program for the stream restoration projects
outlined and would be the source for the matching funds ($100,000).
It should be noted that while the application calls for$130,000 in matching funds, the Illinois
River Watershed Partnership (IRWP) is partnering on this project and has pledged $30,000 in
match. This will keep the City at our maximum authorized $100,000 in matching funds.
Attachments:
EPA Notice of Award
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CD-01 F81601 -0 Page 1
GRANT NUMBER(FAIN): 01 F81601
obstED 374%. U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL MODIFICATION NUMBER: 0 DATE OF AWARD
PROGRAM CODE: CD 08/25/2020
PROTECTION AGENCY TYPE OF ACTION MAILING DATE
a New 09/01/2020
4 Cooperative Agreement PAYMENT METHOD: ACH#
4 ASAP 66890
RECIPIENT TYPE: Send Payment Request to:
Township RTP Finance Center
RECIPIENT: PAYEE:
City of Fayetteville City of Fayetteville
113 West Mountain Street 113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville,AR 72701 Fayetteville,AR 72701
EIN: 71-6018462
PROJECT MANAGER EPA PROJECT OFFICER EPA GRANT SPECIALIST
Alan Pugh Sondra McDonald Lakeia Robinson
113 West Mountain Street 1201 Elm Street, Suite 500,WDAS Mission Support Division, MSDCA
Fayetteville,AR 72701 Dallas,TX 75270-2102 E-Mail: robinson.lakeia@epa.gov
E-Mail: apugh@fayetteville-ar.gov E-Mail: mcdonald.sondra@epa.gov Phone:214-665-2765
Phone:479-575-8208 Phone:214-665-7187
PROJECT TITLE AND DESCRIPTION
Erosion Assessment and Stream Restoration in the upper Clear Creek and Illinois River Watersheds
The City of Fayetteville,AR in partnership with the Watershed Conservation Resource Center proposes to complete the inventory of the riparian and stream
bank conditions of urban streams in the upper Clear Creek Watershed &demonstrate innovated techniques to restore stream channels riparian&natural
features including wetlands.
BUDGET PERIOD PROJECT PERIOD TOTAL BUDGET PERIOD COST TOTAL PROJECT PERIOD COST
10/01/2020 - 12/31/2023 10/01/2020 - 12/31/2023 $430,000.00 $430,000.00
NOTICE OF AWARD
Based on your Application dated 05/24/2019 including all modifications and amendments,the United States acting by and through the US Environmental
Protection Agency(EPA)hereby awards$300,000. EPA agrees to cost-share 69.76%of all approved budget period costs incurred. up to and not exceeding
total federal funding of$300,000. Recipient's signature is not required on this agreement. The recipient demonstrates its commitment to carry out this award by
either: 1)drawing down funds within 21 days after the EPA award or amendment mailing date;or 2)not filing a notice of disagreement with the award terms and
conditions within 21 days after the EPA award or amendment mailing date. If the recipient disagrees with the terms and conditions specified in this award,the
authorized representative of the recipient must furnish a notice of disagreement to the EPA Award Official within 21 days after the EPA award or amendment
mailing date. In case of disagreement,and until the disagreement is resolved,the recipient should not draw down on the funds provided by this
award/amendment,and any costs incurred by the recipient are at its own risk.This agreement is subject to applicable EPA regulatory and statutory provisions.
all terms and conditions of this agreement and any attachments.
ISSUING OFFICE(GRANTS MANAGEMENT OFFICE) AWARD APPROVAL OFFICE
ORGANIZATION/ADDRESS ORGANIZATION/ADDRESS
Acquisition and Assistance Section U.S. EPA, Region 6
1201 Elm Street,Suite 500 Water Division
Dallas,TX 75270-2102 1201 Elm Street
Dallas,TX 75202
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY THE U.S.ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Digital signature applied by EPA Award Official James McDonald -Director,Mission Support Division DATE
08/25/2020
EPA Funding Information CD-01F81601 -0 Page 2
FUNDS FORMER AWARD THIS ACTION AMENDED TOTAL
EPA Amount This Action $ $300,000 $300,000
EPA In-Kind Amount $ $ $ 0
Unexpended Prior Year Balance $ $ $0
Other Federal Funds $ $30,000 $30,000
Recipient Contribution $ $ 100,000 $ 100,000
State Contribution $ $ $0
Local Contribution $ $ $0
Other Contribution $ $ $0
Allowable Project Cost $0 $430,000 $430,000
Assistance Program(CFDA) Statutory Authority Regulatory Authority
66.461 -Regional Wetlands Program Development- Clean Water Act:Sec. 104(b)(3) 2 CFR 200
Grants 2 CFR 1500
40 CFR 33 and 40 CFR 35 Subpart A
Fiscal
Site Name Req No FY Approp. Budget PRC Object Site/Project Cost Obligation/
_ Code Organization Class Organization Deobligation
- 2006WA0007 20 El 061K 000B07 4153 - - 300.000
300.000
CD-01 F81601 -0 Page 3
Budget Summary Page
Table A-Object Class Category Total Approved Allowable
(Non-construction) Budget Period Cost
1.Personnel $0
2.Fringe Benefits $0
3.Travel $0
4.Equipment $0
5.Supplies $0
6.Contractual $0
7.Construction $130,000
8.Other $300.000
9.Total Direct Charges $430.000
10.Indirect Costs: % Base $0
11.Total(Share: Recipient 30.24% Federal 69.76%.) $430.000
12.Total Approved Assistance Amount $300,000
13.Program Income $0
14.Total EPA Amount Awarded This Action $300,000
15.Total EPA Amount Awarded To Date $300,000
CD-01 F81601 -0 Page 4
Administrative Conditions
General Terms and Conditions
The recipient agrees to comply with the current EPA general terms and conditions available at:
https://www.epa.gov/qrants/epa-general-terms-and-conditions-effective-october-1-2019-or-later
These terms and conditions are in addition to the assurances and certifications made as a part of the
award and the terms, conditions, or restrictions cited throughout the award.
The EPA repository for the general terms and conditions by year can be found at:
https://www.epa.gov/grants/qrant-terms-and-conditions.
A. Correspondence Condition
The terms and conditions of this agreement require the submittal of reports. specific requests for
approval, or notifications to EPA. Unless otherwise noted, all such correspondence should be sent to the
following email addresses:
• Federal Financial Reports (SF-425): RTPFC-Grants a.epa.gov and
R6 EPA Grants Programsna.epa.gov
• MBE/WBE reports (EPA Form 5700-52A): R6 EPA Grants Programs(c�epa.gov
• All other forms/certifications/assurances, Indirect Cost Rate Agreements, Requests for
Extensions of the Budget and Project Period, Amendment Requests, Requests for other
Prior Approvals, updates to recipient information (including email addresses, changes in
contact information or changes in authorized representatives) and other notifications:
R6 EPA Grants Programs(a epa.gov
• Payment requests (if applicable): RTPFC-Grants(c�epa.gov and
R6 EPA Grants Programs(o epa.gov
• Quality Assurance documents, workplan revisions, equipment lists, programmatic reports
and deliverables: Sondra McDonald, Project Officer(mcdonald.sondra(a�epa.gov)
B. Extension of Project/Budget Period Expiration Date
EPA has not exercised the waiver option to allow automatic one-time extensions for non-research grants
under 2 CFR 200.308 (d)(2). Therefore, if a no-cost time extension is necessary to extend the period of
availability of funds the recipient must submit a written request to the EPA prior to the budget/project
period expiration dates. The written request must include: a justification describing the need for
additional time, an estimated date of completion, and a revised schedule for project completion including
updated milestone target dates for the approved workplan activities. In addition, if there are overdue
reports required by the general, administrative, and/or programmatic terms and conditions of this
assistance agreement, the recipient must ensure that they are submitted along with or prior to submitting
the no-cost time extension request.
C. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBEs)
UTILIZATION OF SMALL, MINORITY AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISES
GENERAL COMPLIANCE, 40 CFR, Part 33
The recipient agrees to comply with the requirements of EPA's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
(DBE) Program for procurement activities under assistance agreements, contained in 40 CFR, Part 33
except as described below based upon the associated class deviation.
EPA MBE/WBE CERTIFICATION, 40 CFR, Part 33, Subpart B
A class exception to the following provisions of Subpart B of 40 CFR Part 33 has been issued suspending
the EPA MBE/WBE certification program: §33.204(a)(3) providing that an entity may apply to EPA MBE
or WBE certification after unsuccessfully attempting to obtain certification as otherwise described in
§33.204; and §33.205 through and including §33.211. The class exception was authorized pursuant to
the authority in 2 CFR 1500.3(b).
SIX GOOD FAITH EFFORTS, 40 CFR, Part 33, Subpart C
Pursuant to 40 CFR, Section 33.301, the recipient agrees to make the following good faith efforts
whenever procuring construction, equipment, services and supplies under an EPA financial assistance
agreement, and to require that sub-recipients, loan recipients, and prime contractors also comply.
Records documenting compliance with the six good faith efforts shall be retained:
(a) Ensure DBEs are made aware of contracting opportunities to the fullest extent practicable
through outreach and recruitment activities. For Indian Tribal, State and Local and Government
recipients, this will include placing DBEs on solicitation lists and soliciting them whenever they
are potential sources.
(b) Make information on forthcoming opportunities available to DBEs and arrange time frames for
contracts and establish delivery schedules, where the requirements permit, in a way that
encourages and facilitates participation by DBEs in the competitive process. This includes,
whenever possible, posting solicitations for bids or proposals for a minimum of 30 calendar days
before the bid or proposal closing date.
(c) Consider in the contracting process whether firms competing for large contracts could
subcontract with DBEs. For Indian Tribal, State and local Government recipients, this will include
dividing total requirements when economically feasible into smaller tasks or quantities to permit
maximum participation by DBEs in the competitive process.
(d) Encourage contracting with a consortium of DBEs when a contract is too large for one of
these firms to handle individually.
(e) Use the services and assistance of the SBA and the Minority Business Development Agency
of the Department of Commerce.
(f) If the prime contractor awards subcontracts, require the prime contractor to take the steps in
paragraphs (a) through (e) of this section.
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION PROVISIONS,40 CFR, Section 33.302
The recipient agrees to comply with the contract administration provisions of 40 CFR, Section 33.302
(a)-(d) and (i).
BIDDERS LIST,40 CFR, Section 33.501(b) and (c)
Recipients of a Continuing Environmental Program Grant or other annual reporting grant, agree to create
and maintain a bidders list. Recipients of an EPA financial assistance agreement to capitalize a revolving
loan fund also agree to require entities receiving identified loans to create and maintain a bidders list if
the recipient of the loan is subject to, or chooses to follow, competitive bidding requirements. Please see
40 CFR, Section 33.501 (b) and (c) for specific requirements and exemptions.
FAIR SHARE OBJECTIVES, 40 CFR, Part 33, Subpart D
A class exception to the entire Subpart D of 40 CFR Part 33 has been authorized pursuant to the
authority in 2 CFR 1500.3(b). Notwithstanding Subpart D of 40 CFR Part 33, recipients are not required to
negotiate or apply fair share objectives in procurements under assistance agreements.
MBE/WBE REPORTING-SPECIFIC CHANGES PURSUANT TO CLASS DEVIATION, 40 CFR, Part 33,
Subpart E
When required, the recipient agrees to complete and submit a "MBE/WBE Utilization Under Federal
Grants and Cooperative Agreements" report (EPA Form 5700-52A) on an annual basis. The current EPA
Form 5700-52A can be found at the EPA Grantee Forms Page at
https://www.epa.gov/grants/epa-grantee-forms.
Reporting is required for assistance agreements where funds are budgeted for procuring construction,
equipment, services and supplies (including funds budgeted for direct procurement by the recipient or
procurement under subawards or loans in the "Other" category) with a cumulative total that exceed the
threshold amount of$250,000, including amendments and/or modifications. When reporting is required,
all procurement actions are reportable, not just that portion which exceeds$250,000.
Annual reports are due by October 30th of each year. Final reports are due by October 30th or 90 days
after the end of the project period. whichever comes first.
This provision represents an approved deviation from the MBE/WBE reporting requirements as described
in 40 CFR, Part 33, Section 33.502.
Programmatic Conditions
GRANT-SPECIFIC PROGRAMMATIC TERMS AND CONDITIONS
D. PERFORMANCE REPORTING AND FINAL PERFORMANCE REPORT
Performance Reports—Content
In accordance with 2 CFR 200.328, the recipient agrees to submit performance reports that include brief
information on each of the following areas: 1) A comparison of actual accomplishments to the
outputs/outcomes established in the assistance agreement work plan for the period; 2) The reasons why
established outputs/outcomes were not met; and 3)Additional pertinent information, including, when
appropriate, analysis and explanation of cost overruns or high-unit costs.
Additionally, the recipient agrees to inform EPA as soon as problems, delays. or adverse conditions
which will materially impair the ability to meet the outputs/outcomes specified in the assistance
agreement work plan are known.
Performance Reports - Frequency
The recipient agrees to submit semi-annual performance reports electronically to the EPA Project Officer
within 30 days after the reporting period. The reporting periods are October 1 - March 31 and April 1 -
September 30.
The recipient will provide to the EPA Project Officer within 90 days of the budget/project period end date,
electronic copies of final technical outputs of the project, including: a summary of the project,
presentation(s), journal article(s) and any other materials relevant to the project results. Presentations
should be outlined as those for scientific conferences.
Subaward Performance Reporting
The recipient must report on its subaward monitoring activities under 2 CFR 200.331(d). Examples of
items that must be reported if the pass-through entity has the information available are:
1. Summaries of results of reviews of financial and programmatic reports.
2. Summaries of findings from site visits and/or desk reviews to ensure effective subrecipient
performance.
3. Environmental results the subrecipient achieved.
4. Summaries of audit findings and related pass-through entity management decisions.
5. Actions the pass-through entity has taken to correct deficiencies such as those specified at 2 CFR
200.331(e), 2 CFR 200.207 and the 2 CFR Part 200.338 Remedies for Noncompliance.
E. CYBESECURITY
(a) The recipient agrees that when collecting and managing environmental data under this assistance
agreement, it will protect the data by following all applicable State or Tribal law cybersecurity
requirements.
(b) (1) EPA must ensure that any connections between the recipient's network or information system and
EPA networks used by the recipient to transfer data under this agreement, are secure. For purposes of
this Section, a connection is defined as a dedicated persistent interface between an Agency IT system
and an external IT system for the purpose of transferring information. Transitory, user-controlled
connections such as website browsing are excluded from this definition.
If the recipient's connections as defined above do not go through the Environmental Information
Exchange Network or EPA's Central Data Exchange, the recipient agrees to contact the EPA Project
Officer(PO) no later than 90 days after the date of this award and work with the designated
Regional/Headquarters Information Security Officer to ensure that the connections meet EPA security
requirements, including entering into Interconnection Service Agreements as appropriate. This condition
does not apply to manual entry of data by the recipient into systems operated and used by EPA's
regulatory programs for the submission of reporting and/or compliance data.
(2)The recipient agrees that any subawards it makes under this agreement will require the subrecipient
to comply with the requirements in (b)(1) if the subrecipient's network or information system is connected
to EPA networks to transfer data to the Agency using systems other than the Environmental Information
Exchange Network or EPA's Central Data Exchange. The recipient will be in compliance with this
condition: by including this requirement in subaward agreements; and during subrecipient monitoring
deemed necessary by the recipient under 2 CFR 200.331(d), by inquiring whether the subrecipient has
contacted the EPA Project Officer. Nothing in this condition requires the recipient to contact the EPA
Project Officer on behalf of a subrecipient or to be involved in the negotiation of an Interconnection
Service Agreement between the subrecipient and EPA.
F. COMPETENCY OF ORGANIZATIONS GENERATING ENVIRONMENTAL MEASUREMENT DATA
In accordance with Agency Policy Directive Number FEM-2012-02, Policy to Assure the Competency of
Organizations Generating Environmental Measurement Data under Agency-Funded Assistance
Agreements,
Recipient agrees, by entering into this agreement, that it has demonstrated competency prior to award, or
alternatively, where a pre-award demonstration of competency is not practicable, Recipient agrees to
demonstrate competency prior to carrying out any activities under the award involving the generation or
use of environmental data. Recipient shall maintain competency for the duration of the project period of
this agreement and this will be documented during the annual reporting process. A copy of the Policy is
available online at
https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-03/documents/competency-policy-aaia-new.pdf or a copy
may also be requested by contacting the EPA Project Officer for this award.
G. GEOSPATIAL DATA STANDARDS
All geospatial data created must be consistent with Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC)
endorsed standards. Information on these standards may be found at www.fgdc.gov.
All geospatial wetlands mapping must comply with the FGDC Wetlands Mapping Standard which can be
found at:
http://www.fgdc.gov/standards/protects/FGDC-standards-projects/wetlands-mappinq/2009-08%20FGDC
20Wetlands%20Mappinq%20Standard final.pdf. To facilitate accurate data production and inclusion
into the National Wetlands Database it is recommended that you visit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's,
National Wetlands Inventory, Contributed Data page at:
http://www.fws.gov/wetlands/Data/Contributed-Data.html or contact them at Wetlands_Team@fws.gov.
H. QUALITY ASSURANCE
Quality Management Plan
In accordance with 2 CFR 1500.11, the recipient shall continue to implement and adhere to the Quality
Management Plan (QMP) submitted to EPA. The QMP should be updated annually or as necessary
based on the EPA QA/R-2: EPA Requirements for Quality Management Plans. This quality assurance
requirement applies to all grants, cooperative agreements, contracts and interagency agreements that
involve the use of environmental data.
If not included under the approved QMP, a stand-alone QAPP is required for those projects/activities that
result in the collection, production and/or use of environmental information, metrics or data. The recipient
agrees to ensure that an approved site specific QAPP is completed for each project. No environmental
data collection, production, or use may occur until the QAPP is reviewed and approved by the EPA
Project Officer and Quality Assurance Regional Manager or through authorized delegation under an EPA
approved recipient QMP based on procedures documented in the QMP. A copy of the approved QAPPs
must be retained with the recipient's official records for this Agreement.
Quality Assurance Project Plan
In accordance with 2 CFR 1500.11, the recipient must develop and implement quality assurance and
quality control procedures, specifications and documentation that are sufficient to produce data of
adequate quality to meet project objectives. Recipients implementing environmental programs within the
scope of the assistance agreement must submit to the EPA Project Officer an approvable Quality
Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) at least 30 days prior to the initiating of data collection or data
compilation. The Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) is the document that provides comprehensive
details about the quality assurance, quality control, and technical activities that must be implemented to
ensure that project objectives are met. Environmental programs include direct measurements or data
generation, environmental modeling, compilation of date from literature or electronic media, and data
supporting the design, construction, and operation of environmental technology.
The QAPP should be prepared in accordance with EPA QA/R-5: EPA Requirements for Quality
Assurance Project Plans.
No environmental data collection or data compilation may occur until the QAPP is approved by the EPA
Project Officer and Quality Assurance Regional Manager. When the recipient is delegating the
responsibility for an environmental data collection or data compilation activity to another organization, the
EPA Regional Quality Assurance Manager may allow the recipient to review and approve that
organization's QAPP. Additional information on these requirements can be found at the EPA Office of
Grants and Debarment Web Site:
https://www.epa.qov/qrants/implementation-quality-assurance-requirements-organizations-receiving-epa-
financial
I. USE OF LOGOS
If the EPA logo is appearing along with logos from other participating entities on websites, outreach
materials, or reports, it must not be prominently displayed to imply that any of the recipient or
subrecipient's activities are being conducted by the EPA. Instead, the EPA logo should be accompanied
with a statement indicating that the City of Fayetteville received financial support from the EPA under an
Assistance Agreement. More information is available at:
https://www.epa.goy/stylebook/using-epa-seal-and-logo#policy
J. SUBSTANTIAL INVOLVEMENT
EPA will be substantially involved in this agreement. Substantial involvement by the EPA Project Officer
may include:
1.) monthly telephone calls and other monitoring,
2.) reviewing project phases and providing approval to continue to the next phase,
3.) reviewing and commenting on any documents, web content, or other materials developed under this
agreement(the recipient will make final decisions on these matters),
4.) approving substantive terms included in contracts or subawards (EPA's Project Officer will not
suggest, recommend or direct the recipient to select any particular contractor or subrecipient except to
the extent permitted in Section 10 of EPA's Subaward Policy).
5.) reviewing and commenting on the programmatic progress reports
6) Consultation with EPA regarding the selection of key personnel (EPA's involvement is limited to
reviewing the technical qualifications of key personnel and the recipient will make the final decisions on
selection. EPA's Project Officer will not suggest, recommend or direct the recipient to select any
individual).
7.) Joint operational involvement, participation, and/or collaboration between EPA and the recipient.
Project Narrative
A. Cover Page
1. Project Title: Erosion Assessment and Stream Restoration in upper Clear Creek and Illinois
pP
River Watersheds
2. Track II Application—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, c. Provide clear guidance on
appropriate restoration and management techniques and success measures, CE III.Set 3:
Develop Strategy for Restoration a. Increase wetland acreage through restoration,c. Establish
partnerships to leverage additional protection, and CE III. Set 4: Refine Protection and
Restoration Strategies b. Monitor restoration sites to ensure that they are implemented and
managed correctly and linked to relevant watershed planning efforts.
4. Name of Applicant: City of Fayetteville, Arkansas, DUNS #07-565-7742
5. Key personnel and contact information:
Alan Pugh, PE, City of Fayetteville, apugh@fayetteville-ar.gov, (479) 575-8208
Sandi Formica, WCRC, formica@watershedconservation.org, (501) 352-5252
6. Geographic Location: Arkansas - Fayetteville, Washington County; HUC: 11110103,
Illinois River Watershed, 12-digit HUC: 11110103-0201, Lake Fayetteville- Clear Creek and;
11110103-0202 Mud creek—Clear Creek
7. Total Project Cost: $430,000 Federal Dollars Requested: $300,000, Match: $130,000
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8. Abstract/Project Summary: Assessing stream systems within our urban areas provides
important information to help conserve natural resources,protect water quality, and plan for
urban development. Restoring natural resources by demonstrating stream, riparian, and wetland
restoration within the priority watershed of Clear Creek protects water quality and expands and
improves ecosystem services. The City of Fayetteville in partnership with the Watershed
Conservation Resource Center proposes to complete an inventory of the riparian condition of 6
miles of urban streams that will include identifying streambanks with accelerated erosion, and
wetland features, prairies, and springs within the stream corridor. In addition, stream and
wetland restoration will be demonstrated using innovated techniques to restore the hydrology and
native vegetation in upper Clear Creek watershed, a major tributary of the Illinois River.
Section B: Project Description
1. Project Description
The City of Fayetteville(City) in partnership with the Watershed Conservation Resource
Center(WCRC)proposes to complete the inventory of the riparian and streambank conditions
for 6 miles of urban streams in the upper Clear Creek watershed and demonstrate innovated
techniques to restore stream channels, riparian, and natural features, including wetlands. Clear
Creek is an impaired stream and a major tributary that flows to the Illinois River, a water quality
protection priority for both Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Through the 6 mile riparian and streambank inventory of Clear Creek, unstable streambanks
and degraded wetlands will be identified and prioritized for restoration. Natural areas, such as,
springs, wetlands, and prairies will be identified for preservation. The data collected will be
made available to the City's Engineering and Planning Divisions, state government, and
watershed groups for evaluating proposed development, zoning, and watershed planning.
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The impervious surfaces of the urban environment of the upper Clear Creek watershed have
resulted in increased stormwater runoff with streams enlarging three to four times. Innovative
restoration techniques that include using natural channel design principles to restore channel
hydrology and stabilize streambanks will be demonstrated. Native vegetation establishment in
riparian and wetland areas and on-going monitoring and maintenance practices to ensure long-
term success of stream restoration projects will be demonstrated. The stream channels and
riparian are over-whelmed with invasive vegetation, including bush honeysuckle, privet, and
winter creeper. Their dense understory completely blocks the sunlight,preventing native grasses
and wildflowers from growing in the forest or wetland plants from growing in seeps or wet
depressions along streams. The project will emphasize the importance of restoring riparian and
wetland areas with native plants and follow-up monitoring and maintenance as a critical
component of successful stream restoration projects. The following restoration-based activities
will be conducted:
1) Two to four unstable stream sites in the upper Clear Creek watershed will be selected and,
approximately, 650 feet of stream channel will be restored using natural channel design
principles that are a sustainable alternative to traditional engineering methods of hardening
stream channels with concrete and rip-rap.
2) Approximately 1,300 feet of riparian (10 to 25 ft width)will be restored by removing
invasive vegetation using mechanical removal and chemical treatment and revegetating with
plants native to the local ecoregion to reduce erosion and restore the local ecology.
3) When possible, riverine wetlands will be restored in floodplains adjacent to selected
restoration sites by creating small oxbows or depressions within large floodplains.
4) Sediment and phosphorus loading reductions will be monitored.
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5) Both invasive and native vegetation will be monitored and reported to the ANHC.
6) The City and the WCRC will work with partners to conduct hands-on training workshops for
states/tribal/government agencies, environmental professionals and the general public.
a. Identification, selection, and establishment of native species of plants in riparian and
wetland areas to protect water quality and create wildlife habitat.
b. Safe removal techniques of invasive plants along streams
2. Description of Need
Over the past 30 years,Northwest Arkansas' population has tripled to over 400,000. Both
forested and agricultural lands have been converted to urban areas, increasing the amount of
impervious surfaces, which has increased runoff and intensified the magnitude and frequency of
high flow events in streams. The Upper Illinois River watershed and its headwaters are
characterized by this rapidly growing urban center from Fayetteville to Rogers and Bentonville,
Arkansas. The headwaters of Clear Creek begin in Springdale and Fayetteville and Mud Creek, a
major tributary of Clear Creek, drains a large area of Fayetteville. Smaller tributaries that flow
to Mud Creek are Skull Creek and Niokaska Creek and their watersheds lie in Fayetteville with
Skull Creek draining some of the oldest sections of the City. Clear Creek is an impaired stream
on the Arkansas Department of Environment Quality's 303 (d) list, and based on the `Watershed-
Based Management Plan for the Upper Illinois River Watershed,Northwest Arkansas,' the
Illinois River Watershed Partnership(IRWP)considers Clear Creek a priority for restoration to
reduce non-point source pollution and restore aquatic and terrestrial habitat. Also,the Illinois
River watershed is an Arkansas Natural Resource Commission priority for nutrient reduction.
Development has also resulted in the loss of wetlands, prairies, headwater streams, and
riparian features that are connected to the stream channels and needed for healthy stream
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ecosystems. The WCRC in partnership with the City and through a USDA Natural Resource
Conservation Service grant has conducted a partial inventory of the Clear Creek watershed.
Surveying an additional six miles of stream and riparian will complete the entire Clear Creek
watershed inventory and provide additional information and data needed to restore disturbed
sites and to preserve high quality natural features. The City will use this data to help determine
their contribution to water quality improvements in the Illinois River from the restoration of
streams and wetlands.
The project demonstrates innovative techniques for addressing channel enlargement as an
alternative to traditional engineering approaches, such as,concrete and rip-rap. Restoration
utilizing innovative techniques based on natural channel design principles is a progressive
approach that will resolve the effects of channel enlargement, while improving water quality and
the local ecology. The headwater streams of Clear Creek watershed and the surrounding natural
features are choked with bush honeysuckle, privet, winter creeper and other invasive plants that
prevent establishment of native plants and populate Clear Creek and the Illinois River
watersheds with their seed. The density of these plants completely blocks sunlight and large
areas of the forest floor are absent plants outside of these shrubs. Removal of these invasive
plants is necessary, so that a healthy riparian based on the local ecoregion can be established.
This project will result in high quality restoration that includes channel, riparian, and riverine
wetland features and that will be monitored for both sediment and phosphorus reduction and
native plant establishment. The restoration of 650 feet of stream will address water resource
concerns by reducing sediment and nutrients by stabilizing streambanks using natural channel
design principles. It is expected that over 80%reduction of sediment and nutrients will be
achieved through the channel restoration. In addition, aquatic and terrestrial habitat will be
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restored. 1,300 feet of riparian that currently has an understory that is mostly invasive vegetation
will be restored to native species of plants found in the Ozark Highlands ecoregion. Also,
riverine wetlands will be established when possible through creating an oxbow if a new channel
is constructed or a wet depression in the floodplain. The results of the demonstration will be used
to show the importance of including establishment of native plants based on ecoregions at
restoration sites and the use of natural channel design principles to stabilize streambanks. Local
residents, state/tribe/local government, and environmental professionals will be trained on how
to safely remove invasive species of plants and establish native species for streams and wetlands.
The Track II project supports Core Element I. Monitoring and Assessment and Activity Set 1:
Goals a. Identify program decisions and long term environmental 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.
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 water quality and restores both aquatic and
terrestrial habitat in Clear Creek watershed, a priority area for restoration to protect the Illinois
River. Set 1: Goals c. Provide clear guidance on appropriate restoration and management
techniques and success measures: Training will be provided on the demonstrated innovative
techniques to local residents, state/tribes/local government, and environmental professionals. Set
3. Develop Strategy for Restoration a. Increase wetland acreage through restoration (re-
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establishment): The project will result in a minimum of 650 feet of stream, 1,300 feet, and
riverine wetlands features restored. CE III. Set 3. Develop Strategy for Restoration c. Establish
partnerships to leverage additional protection: Results \v ill be shared with the IRWP along with
conservation organizations, environmental professionals, and state government to encourage
similar restoration and protection measures. Set 4: Refine Protection and Restoration Strategies
b. Monitor restoration sites to ensure that they are implemented and managed correctly and
linked to relevant watershed planning efforts: The restoration will be monitored and the data will
be used to implement adaptive management strategies during the project period, improve
restoration techniques for the area, and to evaluate the success of the project. Through the
partners, information will be incorporated into local watershed planning.
3.Project Tasks -The project tasks are summarized as follows:
Task 1:Development of Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP). A QAPP plan will be
developed to assure quality data collection. Responsible: WCRC Deliverable: Approved QAPP
Task 2: Conduct Inventory of Riparian, Streambank, Wetland, and other Natural Features
and prioritize streambank sites. The assessment of upper Clear Creek streams within the city
limits including Mud Creek and Niokaska Creek will be completed. 1) Conduct 6 mile inventory
of riparian and streambank conditions including a) collect riparian area information-presence of
wetland features, springs, prairie, forest coverage, and vegetation composition; b) evaluate
streambanks showing signs of accelerated erosion using Bank Erosion Hazard Index (BEHI)
method and Near Bank Shear Stress (NBSS); c) measure streambank height and length; and d)
evaluate riparian area width using GIS,. 2) Enhance existing erosion prediction curves—install
toe pins and measure erosion. 3) Create GIS data layer of stream, riparian, and natural features
data. Responsibilities: WCRC 1), 2)applicant will obtain landowner permission. Applicant&
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WCRC 3). Deliverables: A summary of the inventory results with maps and updated erosion
prediction curve,prioritization results.
Task 3:Select Sites to be Restored in Upper Clear Creek watershed. 1) Two to four sites will be
selected for channel (650 feet) and riparian(1,300 feet) restoration and riverine wetlands will be
restored wherever possible. 2) Landowner agreements will be obtained for the restoration work.
Responsibility: Applicant and WCRC 1), 2)Deliverables: location map.
Task 4:Site Monitoring and Collection of Pre and Post Restoration Data. 1) Establish plant
monitoring sites along the riparian and natural features areas and collect data during two seasons
(late spring and late summer)at the following times: a)before restoration; b)following the
removal of invasive plants; and c) following channel restoration activities. 2)Establish sites for
measuring bank profiles and collect data before and after restoration. 3) Measure streambank
profiles and estimate streambank erosion rates before and after restoration. Responsibility:
WCRC, Applicant, - 1)with ANHC assist and WCRC - 2). Deliverable:plant monitoring data,
streambank monitoring locations, sediment & nutrient load estimates
Task 5:Native Plant Selection and Establishment. 1) Develop site re-vegetation plan; 2)
Remove invasive vegetation using mechanical and chemical methods. 3) Select native species
based on local ecoregion; identify native plant sources. 4) Incorporate native plants into the
riparian, natural features, and during construction of stream restoration. Responsibility: WCRC
1), 2)&4) WCRC & ANHC 3). Deliverables:summary of invasive vegetation removal, list of
native species of plants, summary of native vegetation establishment.
Task 6:Develop Restoration Design. 1) Survey stream morphology and collect needed
topographic data. 2) Develop restoration plans. 3) Develop construction drawings. 4) Obtain
necessary permissions for construction including Corps 404 permit, ADEQ authorization, and
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flood plain permit. Responsibility: WCRC — 1), 2), 3), & 4). Deliverables:Restoration plan,
construction drawings, 404 permit application, letter of"No-Rise"
Task 7: Construction of Restoration Design. 1) Procure construction materials and construction
contractor. 2) Prepare site for construction, including installation of safety fence, delivery of
materials and equipment, and stake site plan elevations; 3) Conduct construction oversight and
construct stream channel, structures, floodplains, and natural features. Responsibility: Applicant
- 1), WCRC - 2)& 3). Deliverables:Summary of demonstration project construction activities.
Task 8: Technology Transfer- Training Workshops and Outreach. 1) Provide two training
sessions on use of GIS data to City staff, local decision makers, watershed groups, and
state/tribe/local government. 2) Provide a total of four hands-on training workshops on a)
invasive vegetation removal along streams and b)native plant selection and establishment. 3)
Incorporate information into workshops and courses. Responsibility: Applicant& WCRC 1), 2),
3)&4). IRWP will assist with 2) &3). Workshop Agendas, Summary of Activities
Task 9:Administrative and Reporting. Project oversight and develop 1)quarterly reports and 2)
final report. Responsibility: Applicant. Deliverables: Quarterly and Final Reports
4. Milestone Schedule
Milestone/Task Start Date End Date Product
1A: Develop Draft QAPP 1 1/01/20 01/31/21 Draft QAPP
1B: Finalize QAPP 02/01/21 03/31/21 Approved QAPP
2: Conduct Riparian Inventory
1) Inventory 6 miles of Mud Creek 04/01/21 05/31/21 Area/watershed map
2) Measure Erosion Rates 07/01/2I 09/30/22 Inventory results
3)Add new data to existing City database 09/30/22 12/31/22 Expanded GIS Database
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3: Select Restoration Sites
1)Select 2 to 4 Sites 02/01/21 03/31/21 Map of Project Sites
2)Obtain Landowner Permission 04/30/21 05/31/21 Signed Agreement
4: Restoration Site Monitoring
I) Select plant monitoring sites and 04/01/21 06/30/21 Map of monitoring sites
collect data spring and summer
a. before restoration 04/30/20 09/30/21 List of plant species
b. following channel restoration 03/15/21 09/30/22 List of plant species
2) Select streambank erosion monitoring 04/01/22 06/30/22 Loading Estimate
sitesconduct
&co duct BEHI/NBSS
3) Measure bank profiles
a. Before channel restoration 07/01/21 07/30/22 Estimate of load reduction
b. After channel restoration 10/01/22 10/31/23 Estimate of load reduction
5: Native Plant Establishment
1) Develop Site Vegetation Plan 04/01/22 08/31/22 Site vegetation plan
2) Remove invasive vegetation from 04/01/21 10/31/23 Summary of invasive plant
selected restoration sites removal
3) Select and source native plant species 06/01/_1 10/31/23 List of ecoregion-based
4) Incorporate native plants into the plant species
restoration areas
a. Riparian and natural features 01/01/22 10/31/23 Summary of establishment
b. Constructed flood plains 09/30/22 10/31/23 Summary of establishment
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6: Restoration Design Development
1) Survey Stream Morphology 11/01/21 03/31/22 Summary of data collected
2) Develop Restoration Plan 01/01/22 03/31/22 Restoration layout
3) Develop Construction Drawings 03/01/22 07/31/22 Construction drawings
4) Obtain necessary permissions 06/01/22 07/31/22 Letter of"No-Rise",404
Permit,ADEQ STAA
7: Construct Restoration
I) Obtain construction materials 01/01/22 08/31/22
2) Site Preparation 06/01/22 07/31/22
3) Implement Restoration Plan 08/01/22 03/31/23 Summary of construction
8: Technology Transfer
1) Conduct training workshops Workshop Agendas
a. Prioritization Data Use 01/01/23 11/30/23 Summary of workshops
b. Invasive Removal 04/01/22 11/30/23 Summary of workshops
c. Native Plant Establishment 04/01/22 11/30/23 Summary of workshops
9: Reporting-Quarterly Report 01/30/21 10/31/23 Progress report
Final Report 10/01/23 12/31/23 Final report
5. Detailed Budget- If the applicant receives an award,the sub-award/sub-grant will be properly
awarded consistent with the applicable regulations in 40 CFR Parts 30 or 31. The applicant will
follow all appropriate procurement standards as required by EPA. The project budget is shown in
the table below. The award recipient will administer the grant and procure services. The sub-
award recipient,the WCRC, will execute major project tasks associated with this proposal,
because of their unique expertise in the area of natural channel design stream restoration, stream
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assessment, and native riparian vegetation management. Their budget is shown on line "h. and
detailed under"Other"Budget and their primary responsibilities are shown in Section B.3.
Project Budget "Other"Budget
Object Class Cat. Federal Fed vial Total Federal FNdn-
1 Total
a. Personnel $0 $0 $0 $103,169 $0 $103,169
b. Fringe $0 $0 $0 $41,660 $0 $41,660
c. Travel $0 $0 $0 $2.000 $0 $2,000
d. Equipment $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
e. Supplies $0 $0 $0 $35,000 $50,000 $85,000
f. Contract $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
g. Construction $80,000 $50,000 $130,000 $0 $0 $0
h. Other $220,000 $80,000 $300,000 $0 $30,000 $30,000
i. Total Direct $300,000 $130,000 $430,000 $181,829 $80,000 $261,829
j. Indirect $0 $0 $0 $38.171 $0 $38.171
k. Totals $300,000 $130,000 $430,000 $220,000 $80,000 $300.000
*Other Non-Federal Funding consists of in-kind match contributions from the 1RWP($30,000)
The federal,non-federal, and total cost for each project task identified in Section B.3 are:
Task 1. Develop QAPP (F-$5,000,NF-$0, T-$5,000); Task 2. Riparian Inventory (F-$15,000,
NF-$0 T-$15,000); Task 3. Select Restoration Sites (F-$5,000,NF-$0, T-$5,000); Task 4.
Restoration Site Monitoring(F-$20,000 NF-$0, T-$20,000); Task 5. Native Plant Establishment
(F-$32,500,NF-$30,000, T-$62,500); Task 6. Develop Restoration Design(F-$67,500,NF-$0,
T-$67,500); Task 7. Construction of Restoration Design (F-$125,000,NF-$100,000,T-
$225,000). Task 8. Technology Transfer(F-$12,000,NF-$0, T-$12,000), and Task 9. Reporting
(F-$18,000,NF-$0, T-$18,000).
Match for this project is in the form of cash and in-kind services provided by the applicant and
project partners. The applicant will provide $100,000 cash match that will be used for
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procurement of materials(rock, plants, erosion control, etc.), compensation for restoration
contractor, supplies and labor for the removal of invasive plants, and supplies and labor for the
establishment of native plants. The IRWP will provide $30,000 of in-kind cash match to assist
with procurement of plants and materials needed for riparian restoration activities.
6. Transfer of Results -Technology and information gained from this project will be transferred
through the following mechanisms. Data on native plant species will be provided to the ANHC
to be included in their state-wide tracking system. Hands-on training workshops will be held that
present innovative restoration techniques including ecoregion-based native plant establishment;
safe invasive vegetation removal along streams, and natural channel design principles.
State/tribes/local government wetland programs in surrounding area will be invited to participate.
Results will be integrated into local workshops and regional presentations at forums typically
attended by representatives from state/tribes/local government wetland programs. Site tours will
be given to individuals from local organizations, government offices, contractors, environmental
professionals, developers,community leaders, city planners and engineers, and civic leaders.
7. Outputs,Outcomes, and Tracking
i. Link to EPA Strategic Plan—These outputs and outcomes are directly linked to the EPA
Strategic Plan's Goal 2—Protecting America's Water because data will be collected and
analyzed to provide information on the condition of streams and wetlands to local & state
government and watershed planners to restore and protect urban natural resources. This
information will be used to prevent the destruction of healthy sections of stream and wetlands
from urban development. Restoration efforts will be based on the results of this study, which
emphasizes maximizing sediment and nutrient load reductions from streambank erosion to
improve the water quality of streams within the Illinois River watershed. Water infrastructure is
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improved through the demonstration of stream channel, riparian, and natural features restoration,
which will reduce sediment and nutrients in the Illinois River watershed, while restoring aquatic
and terrestrial habitat in an urban environment. The City is committed to long-term success of
these types of project and will continue to support ongoing maintenance of the sites, so native
vegetation is established and a sustainable channel restoration is created. The workshops
supported by partnerships, on invasive removal, native vegetation establishment, and natural
channel design will provide training and demonstrate the project's innovative techniques to
state/tribes/local governments in the area.
ii. Outputs - The expected environmental outputs are 1) Identification, for 6 miles of urban
streams: a) sites needing streambank, riparian, and/or wetland restoration and b)areas of stream
corridor that have unique environmental attributes, such as healthy riparian forest, wetlands,
springs, and/or prairie; 2) Maps and GIS data layer showing prioritized sites for restoration or
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preservation to be used as a planning tool for the City, local watershed planning, and state
government; 3) Estimates of annual loading rates of sediment, phosphorus, and nitrogen from
streambank erosion for 6 miles of channel; 4) Development of restoration strategies for the
Illinois River watershed to integrate channel, riparian, and wetland features,water quality
protection,habitat improvement, ecoregion-based native plant establishment, and long-term
monitoring and maintenance of restoration sites to ensure longevity and healthy ecosystems will
be established; 5) Increase ecological services through the implementation of 650 ft of stream
and 1,300 ft of riparian restoration to demonstrate new and innovative approaches that include
the importance of invasive vegetation removal, methods for native vegetation establishment,
needed long-term vegetation management strategies, and natural channel design principles to
restore channel stability. 6) Restore riverine wetlands in adjacent floodplains to help retain and
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filter runoff; and 7) Develop training workshops for states/tribes/local government and residents
that utilize innovative techniques and provide information that contributes to a broader
understanding of streams and wetlands as ecosystems and the importance of native plants
establishment and maintenance s critical components of stream and wetland restoration; 8)
Development of monitoring data to demonstrate the effectiveness of restoration projects.
Outputs are linked to the EPA Strategic Plan because waters are cleaned through improved water
infrastructure in partnerships that support drinking water, aquatic ecosystems, & recreation.
iii. Outcomes—The expected environmental outcomes from this project are 1)Improve the
decision making ability of the City and watershed planners in conducting restoration of streams,
wetlands, and riparian areas; preservation of healthy streams, wetlands, and other natural
features; and reduction of sediment and nutrients from streambank erosion to improve water
quality within the Illinois River watershed; 2) Improve City staffs ability to implement the
Streamside Protection Ordinance through the data and information collected; 3) Reduce the
sediment and phosphorus loadings from treated streambank erosion sites to Clear Creek by 80%;
4) Reduce invasive species of plants in the treated riparian areas by over 90%; 5) Increase
percentage of native plants along the riparian to 90%; 6) Increase quality of natural features on
the site; and 7) Increase understanding among state/tribe/local government and residents,
decision makers, and environmental professionals that a high quality restoration that improves
both water quality and habitat including a) as part of the design, the channel, riparian areas,
wetlands, and other natural features and b) native vegetation establishment and long-term
monitoring and maintenance are needed and should be part of the design and budget.
These outcomes are linked to the EPA Strategic Plan because the results will contribute to
aquatic ecosystems and water resources being restored.
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iv. Tracking Outputs & Outcomes: Outcomes 1)and 2) will be tracked by providing users of the
GIS data layer with a form in which they will described how they used the streambank and
natural feature inventory data. Outcomes 3)through 6)will be tracked using the project
monitoring with baseline conditions established prior to restoration. Outcome 7) will be tracked
by providing questionnaires to workshop participants before and after and comparing results.
8. Programmatic Capability/Technical Experience/Qualifications
i. Organizational Experience: The City of Fayetteville has been acknowledged for its
environmental awareness for many years and is currently recognized as leading the State of
Arkansas in sustainability and green infrastructure policies, including adopting the state's first
Invasive Species Ordinance in 2015 and the state's first Climate Action Plan in 2018. The City
partnered with the WCRC on several stream restoration projects that have been successful in
using natural channel design principles. These projects included evaluating streambank erosion
and examples can be found in Section F,Attachment i. The City supports ongoing maintenance
of stream restoration sites and establishment of native plants in parks to reduce maintenance and
enhance the natural settings. Additionally, the City has developed a city-wide phosphorus
reduction plan and has voluntarily restored several sections of streams based on the plan.
The Watershed Conservation Resource Center(WCRC) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit
organization whose mission is to protect, conserve, and restore natural resources. The co-
founders and principals of the WCRC, Sandi 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
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with the watershed approach and has spent many years working throughout Arkansas on a
variety of watershed issues. The WCRC has 12 staff persons and is housed in Fayetteville, AR.
The WCRC is engaged in several watershed assessment and stream restoration projects in
Northwest Arkansas in which they've received funding and successfully designed and
constructed (Section F, Attachment i). Through follow-up monitoring and assessment, the
WCRC has developed their own innovative methods for vegetation establishment and long-term
maintenance of restorations using natural channel design principles in the Ozark Mountain
region where there are flashy, incised, steep-gradient streams. The WCRC is engaged in projects
that assess stream stability, assess streambank erosion, and develop streambank erosion
prediction curves to estimate pollutant loadings and reductions. In April of 2019,the Arkansas
Game &Fish Commission awarded the WCRC a"Conservation Award' in recognition of
extraordinary dedication and contributions to the conservation of Arkansas's fish, wildlife, and
natural resources and as a conservation leader in Northwest, Arkansas.
ii. Staffing Experience & Qualifications- The key personnel for this project are(See Att. ii):
Alan Pugh,P.E., CFM,Staff Engineer, City of Fayetteville—will serve as Project Coordinator.
Alan is the City's floodplain administer and he is responsible for storm water permitting, design,
stream restoration projects, grant management, and maintaining compliance with MS4 permits.
Alan has over 16 years of experience ranging from residential/commercial design projects to
various municipal projects including transportation and storm drainage.
•Sandi Formica, Executive Director, Watershed Conservation Resource Center, will serve as
Project Manager. Sandi manages the WCRC, a 501 (c) (3), and conducts project development,
design, and management, provides technical oversight, develops grants, and carries-out
watershed-based projects. She is a regional expert in watershed assessment and planning, river
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stability, stream restoration design, and innovative methods to establish native vegetation at
restoration sites. She is project manager of 15 successful stream restoration projects in NW AR.
•Matthew Van Eps,P.E.,Associated Director, Watershed Conservation Resource Center, will
serve as Project Engineer. He is the lead design and project engineer for 15 stream restoration
projects that include watershed-based assessments and evaluation of the impacts of various land-
use activities on sediment and nutrient loading.
9. Partnership Information - The following organizations have agreed to partner:
1) Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission (ANHC) will provide technical assistance on
vegetation monitoring,plant species identification, and native plant selection and sources.
2) Illinois River Watershed Partnership (IRWP) will assist providing funding to help with the
native plant establishment and assist with workshops and outreach.
10. Past Performance—Completed in 2018, in partnership with the WCRC,the City has
successfully managed and met the commitments of two EPA Wetlands Program Development
Grants: 1) 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
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Lake watersheds. Outcomes met include 1) a redesign of a section of Cato Springs Branch in
which approximately 800 feet of channel was going to be destroyed and replaced with a shorter,
straight,trapezoidal channel and 2)natural feature information led to the discovery of new
locations of aquatic species of greatest conservation concern and rare plants.
Completed in 2017,the WCRC in partnership with the City completed an EPA Section 319
grant, administered by ANRC,to restore a 1,250 long eroding riverbank on the White River near
Fayetteville. Environmental outputs were the WCRC designed& constructed a natural channel
design based riverbank restoration project that reduced lateral erosion,reduced sediment and
nutrient loads, and enhanced the aquatic/terrestrial habitat. This project helped to reduce
sediment and nutrient loadings to the White River. The estimated load reductions achieved by
this project are 4,700 ton/yr and 4,200 lb/yr of for sediment and phosphorus,respectively.
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Environmental outcomes were met with a 98%annual reduction in sediment and nutrient loads.
Completed in the summer of 2016,the WCRC in partnership with the City successfully
designed and implemented a stream restoration on Ground Cherry Creek using EPA Section 319
grant funds. This restoration achieved multiple beneficial objectives using a natural channel
design approach resulting in the restoration of 2,000 feet of degraded stream. The WCRC
successfully managed this project and met all reporting requirements. Environmental outcomes
were met as sediment and nutrient loads were reduced annually by 98%.
C. Restoration Demonstration Project Information -. This project has a demonstration
component. Headwater streams in Clear Creek watershed within the City have enlarged as a
response to watershed changes, predominately the conversion of forest and pasture to residential
and commercial development sites with large areas of impervious surfaces. Accelerated
streambank erosion is found throughout the City and it contributes both sediment and nutrients to
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Clear Creek and the Illinois River. In addition to stabilizing the channel using natural channel
design principles, the invasive vegetation must be carefully removed and replaced with native
species of plants that can also prevent accelerated streambank erosion. Planting techniques that
will be demonstrated along with the construction of soil lifts as flood plains will provide stability
and give the vegetation time to establish. The WCRC will irrigate during the summer months,
continue with invasive vegetation control,plant additional native when needed, and will repair
damage from storm flows if needed. The City financially supports the WCRC to conduct long-
term inspection and maintenance, so beyond this project, the WCRC expects to continue site
monitoring and maintenance for at least five years. Watershed changes and flooding are
considered in design. Erosion monitoring data will be used to estimate sediment and nutrient
load reductions to the watershed. The following permits will be obtained: 1)USACE Section 404
permit; 2)floodplain development permit; and 3) ADEQ temporary authorization.
D. Quality Assurance/Quality Control -The applicant will be collecting environmental data to
determine streambank erosion rates and sediment and nutrient delivery, monitor plant
communities, and to develop the restoration design. In order to comply with Quality Assurance
and Quality Control (QAQC) requirements,the applicant will develop and submit within the first
three months of the project period, a Quality Assurance Project Plan(QAPP).
E. Invasive Species Control- The applicant will monitor and work towards the elimination of
invasive species from the site and will not introduce any to the site. Experienced project partners
will provide assistance in developing invasive species control plan. If invasive species are
detected or populations promoted in any way,the recipient will respond
F. Attachments
i Maps and Restoration Examples
ii. Staff Resumes
iii. Commitment Letters
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Example of Urban Stream Restoration Desiggn and Implementation Performed by the WCRC. This project is located on Ground
Cherry Creek in Southwest Fayetteville. Changes to the landscape resulted in a degraded stream with significant lateral erosion
and vertical channel instability(Before Photos on Left). The WCRC implemented a restoration design to provide stability to the
channel and improve aquatic and terrestrial habitat(After Photos on Right). The work was completed in 2016 under an EPA
Section 319(h)Grant administered by Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.
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11.464,
WHITE RIVER ASSESSMENT AND RESTORATION
The Watershed Conservation Resource Center (WCRC) worked with project
Project Partners partners to stabilize a riverbank on the White River near the Nolan Wastewater
Arkansas DEQ Treatment Plant in Fayetteville. AR. Beaver Reservoir is located only a few
Arkansas Natural Resource Commission miles downstream of the project site. The project was funded by an EPA
U S Environmental Protection Agency Section 319(h) grant administered by the Arkansas Natural Resources
Watershed Conservation Resource Center Commission with 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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Design& Implementation: The WCRC utilized natural channel design principles to develop the restoration
plan Streamline Environmental, LLC of Magnolia Springs, AL constructed the channel to specific dimensions
designed to restore the river to a stable form based on local reference reach data. A 'toe wood' bench was
designed and constructed using large trees, boulders, and gravel Trees for the project were salvaged from local
construction developments. The edge of the bench, with exposed root wads and boulders provides excellent fish
habitat and also reduces the power of the passing floodwaters.
The use of native vegetation is a critical component of the stabilization design. Soil layers consisting of topsoil
wrapped in a coconut fiber blanket, were constructed on top of the two benches. provide a medium for plants to
take root and grow and provide additional weight to secure the trees used in the structure. These soil lifts were
seeded with a mix of native riparian seed types. Approximately 500 trees, 4,000 shrubs, and 1,000 grass plugs
Maturing plants help to bind the structure through root growth and will also help to dissipate water velocity as the
leaves,branches,and stems of the plants interact with flood waters,
Post Restoration: The restored bank provides water quality benefits almost immediately following
construction. Several floods have taken place since the completion of heavy construction and inspections
conducted indicated that no erosion occurred along the previously eroding riverbank. For more information, visit
www.watershedconservation.orq or contact the WCRC at(479)444-1916.
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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 for their contributions
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Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
Alan Pugh, P.E.
125 W Mountain St
Fayetteville,AR 72701
479-575-8208.E-mail: apughafayetteville-ar.gov
Education
Graduated Magna cum laude with Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Arkansas
Engineering Experience
August 2014-Present:Staff Engineer with the City of Fayetteville. Main duties include maintaining
compliance with the City's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System(MS4)permit and National Flood
Insurance Program. Duties also include stomiwater and floodplain design. management of stormwater
related design and construction projects and management of grant opportunities associated with these
projects.Many of the drainage projects include procurement of professional services, review and approval
of plans and specifications,coordination of the advertisement and bidding activities and construction
administration.This position also required coordination with other city departments.City Planning
Commission,City Council and outside agencies.
March 2013-July 2014: Engineering Director with the City of Springdale. While reporting to the Mayor of
Springdale, I was responsible for managing a team of engineers and inspectors dealing with multiple issues
that arise within a municipality of approximately 70.000 citizens. This includes developing and monitoring
budgets for the Engineering Department and oversight of the 2012 Bond Program which included the
projects listed below. This position also required coordination with other city departments,City Planning
Commission,City Council and outside agencies such as the Arkansas Higtr.'ay and Transportation
Department.Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning and Federal Highway administration. This position
also included the development and revision of department and city policies as well as ordinances within the
Engineering Departments responsibility.
June 2010-February 2013:Chief Engineering Coordinator with the City of Springdale. While reporting to
the Director of Planning and Community Development, I was responsible for managing a team of engineers
and inspectors dealing with multiple issues that anse within a municipality of approximately 70,000 citizens.
This position included management and oversight of portions of the Capital Improvement Program(CIP)
including street and drainage projects,drainage complaints/concerns submitted by citizens, development
review and approval,floodplain management and MS4 Permit Requirements.All street and drainage
projects included procurement of professional services, review and approval of plans and specifications to
ensure compliance with City requirements, coordination of the advertisement and bidding activities to
ensure compliance with state law and construction administration during the construction process.
January 2007-May 2010:Department Leader with CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. Responsible for
managing a team of up to 15 individuals developing commercial retail sites. These responsibilities included
mentonng project managers in the same duties listed below to aide in the completion of projects. This also
included the added responsibility of being the engineer of record on most of the projects within my team.
Along with advising project managers on all levels of the various projects, daily activities included the
mentonng team members, review of storm water pollution prevention plans produced by CEI and other
consultants for various projects nationwide for compliance, review of drainage studies including flood
studies,review project plans,teaching in-house seminars regarding various technical and non-technical
aspects of engineering associated with our projects, consulting with other department and team members
regarding challenging aspects of their projects and dealing with the client daily to ensure compliance with
their expectations and requirements.
September 2002-December 2006: Project Manager with CEI Engineering Associates, Inc. Responsible for
managing a team of 3 engineers/designers developing commercial retail sites. These responsibilities
included performing site feasibility studies, building project schedules utilizing Microsoft Project, monitoring
project schedules in order to ensure deadlines are met. developing project budgets,monitoring project
budgets dunng the course of the project. reviewing plans, reviewing and developing specifications.
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Staff Resumes
reviewing shop drawing submittals from contractor, reviewing and responding to requests for information
during construction, performing periodic site visits,perforating punchlists after substantial completion of
construction and interacting with the client in order to meet their expectations_ Duties also included
working closely with various permitting agencies from local to federal in order to obtain the proper
approvals to construct each project.
January 2001-August 2002: Project Engineer with CEI Engineering Associates. Inc. Responsible for all
aspects of commercial site development beginning with a conceptual site plan and ending with completion
of construction. These responsibilities also included producing site development plans,specifications.
hydrologic and hydraulic studies including flood studies, aiding in obtaining all pertinent site permits and
answering requests for information submitted by contractors during construction. Daily duties included
utilizing Pond Pak to produce drainage studies for each project, utilizing HEC RAS to produce flood studies
for projects as needed. utilizing AutoCAD to produce project plans,utilizing Microsoft Word to develop
reports for the various studies and utilizing Microsoft Excel to develop opinions of probable cost/cost
estimates for the projects.
Projects
Municipal Projects
Wagon Wheel Road Improvements
Elm Spnngs Road Phase II Improvements
Don Tyson Parkway Interchange
Johnson Road Improvements
Various Trail Projects
Various Drainage Projects
2012 Bond Program: Street Projects, Park Projects and Fire Station Projects
Don Tyson Parkway Extension and'Mdening
56"' Street Extension and Widening
Relocation of Fires Station#2 and#3 and design of new Station#7
Design of the Southeast and Northwest Park Projects
Commercial Land Development
Wal-Mart Supercenters in Republic. MO; Nevada. MO; Pineville, MO; Marshall, MO; Cassville. MO.
Omaha. NE;Williston. ND: Coffeyville, KS
Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market in Bentonville. AR
Wal-Mart conceptuals in various cities including Moscow, Russia
Sam's Club Expansions in Fort Smith.AR and Cedar Rapids, IA
Wal-Mart Garden Center Expansions in Springdale. AR; Fayetteville. AR and Riverdale. liT
Wal-Mart parking area expansion in Rogers.AR;Atoka, OK; Hope,AR
Wal-Mart Pavement Evaluations in various cities/states
Family Dollar Stores in various cities/states
Small shopping centers in Knoxville, IA and Carlsbad. NM
Certification/Organizations
Registered Professional Engineer in the states of Arkansas. Missouri and Kansas
Member of ASPE and NSPE
Past President of NW Chapter of ASPE
Past President of State Chapter of ASPE
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Programs including Word, Excel and Project. AutoCAD, Civil 3D, HEC-RAS. Pond Pak and
Hydraflow
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Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
Resume: Sandi J. Formica
Watershed Conservation
Nis_ 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-Ell
public. Demonstrated technical expertise of the watershed management Education
approach: sediment and nutrient watershed assessment: nonpoint and point
M S.,1984,Chem cal Engineerng
source pollution: development. execution and management of special University of Arkansas.Fayetteville AR
environmental projects: data evaluation and interpretation: animal-waste B.S..1982 with Honors Chemical
management system design and BM Ps: identification of effective best Engineering. Univers.ty 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 Partnership for Environmental Excellence
Award EPA Region VI lProlect Manager&
development and implementation: chemical analysis: environmental Co-Principle Investgator for 319 Projects
regulations: NPDES and state permitting:and technical report writing_ Ms. Conducted n Buffalo River watershed)
Formica has special skills of effectively communicating Recipient of the 2010 Ginger Tatom Awardccriser `or
scientific engineering data and natural environmental processes to non- Arkansas
'Watershed
Advisorydv rysGroup by the
.Ark a^sas'�Vatershed Group
technical people and coordinating stakeholders to resolve environmental
Synergistic Activities
issues She has created the Mid-South Watershed Training Program.which 2000-2004 chair Arkansas watershed
has been providing training courses instrumental to watershed management Advsory Group(AWAGF In Sated and help
to environmental professional throughout the country since 2005. working
group
thisp multi-agencyassistsw t organization
- working group that watershed
Instrumental in implementing the watershed approach in Arkansas by oartnersh,vs n Arkansas
working directly with local communities and natural resource agencies. 2002 and 2004:co-chair and chair AWAG
Principal Investigator on several applied research projects including Watershed Conference Developed
organized.and cameo-out two state
watershed assessments which include data inventories. pollutant load watershed conferences which focused on
estimates. source identification and pnontization. development of potential environmental trap rig and education
solutions. and watershed monitoring: evaluation of waste management October2004;Arkansas Geomorphology
Assessment Group:Initiated the forming of
systems and BMP implementation in protecting water. soil. and air quality= this group of professionals to encourage
and development of local. volunteer-based programs which share resources prc projects
inon on assessment techniques and
prt>)ects Arkansas
to provide improved manure handling and utilization to minimize impact to
1992—2009 instr.ctor presenter,&
environment and costs to farmers. ! coordinator,Environmental Outreach:
Throughout Arkansas has deveroped
DETAILED EXPERIENCE presentations and tra ing materials along with
cooro.natng meetings&tram rig on watershed
Executive Director(December 2004 to Present),Watershed Conservation
management.91APs,and assessment
Resource C enter(WCRC).Little Rock.AR, Oversee and manages newly Employment History
formed environmental non-profit organization. Responsible for project ,Natersheo Conservation Resource Center,
December 2004 to present.Arkansas
design: grant writing: developing budgets:providing technical assistance: Department of Environmental Quality.1992 to
and carrying-out watershed based projects. Current projects include a 2004 FTN Associates.LTD.. 1989 to 1992
regional watershed education program for environmental professionals: Aluminum Company or America. 1989
St.Catherine's indian School 1988 to 1988
unpaved road survey and sediment evaluation: stream bank erosion Badische Corporabon, 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 1984
Stream Restoration—Statement of Qualifications
7g
Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
Resume: Sandi J. Formica
Environmental Preservation Division Chief(\Lay 2001 to December Select Publications:
2004).Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality,Little Rock,AR. S.J.Formica.MA.Van Eps.M.A.Nelson,
Managed non-regulatory. technically-basedemployees with A.S.Cotter.T.L Moms.J.M Beds.wFWR
g � = Division of 11 watershed-Sedimerrt Sorrce IrrverNory and
an annual budget of$1 million. The Division consisted of three sections. Evaluation'Proceedings-ASAE Conference
Environmental Projects. Environmental Outreach.and Program Welands,a d Solutions eshdfoStldSept
� Wetlands,and Watersheds.'held September
Development. Programs and projects from these sections include applied 12-15.2004.St.Paul.MN.
research on effectiveness of best management practices at confined animal MA.Van Eps,S.J.Formica.T.L.Moms.
operations;watershed assessments which include evaluations of stream E
j J M.Beds.A.S Cotter.•Using a Bank
ol� � rosion Hazard Index(BEHI)to Estinwte
stability;development and implementation of watershed approach which Annual Sednrent Loads from Streambank
Eiver
includes providing both planning and technical assistance to watershed Watershed.'osionhe the Forkest frfrom ASAEite R
groups:providing water quality training to both high school teachers and Conference"Self-Sustaining Solutions for
Streams,Wetlands,and Watersheds.'held
students statewide;and the development of an agency pollution prevention September 12-15,2004,St.Paul.MN.
program All programs and projects emphasize implementation.education. Brye,K.R.,T.L Morris,D.M.Miler.S.J.
and awareness. Over 9000 public contacts were made in 2002 from Formica.MA.Van Eps 2004. Estimating
Bulk Density n Verticaly Exposed Stoney
Division technical transfer workshops.information meetings. Alurrirrn Using a Modified Excavation
presentations.poster sessions.organizational meetings.and public Environmental Quality
Outreach events. Formica S.J..Giese.J.;Kresse,T M.:
Moms.T.;and Van Eps,MA.2001."Using
Program Support Manager(January 1999 to April 2001),Arkansas Data,Commuication,and Education to
Improve Swine Waste Management in the
Department of Environmental Quality.Little Rock,AR.Section Manager. Buffalo River Watershed'Published in the
Watershed and Technical Support Section(tZTSS).Environmental w tgs-2nd National Conference,
Source Pokstion Information
Preservation Division. Responsible for the development.management.andEducation an Programs May 15-17Chicag&
o,IL.
administration of the wTSS program to 1)provided technical expertise Formica.S.J.;Anderson,W.M.:Van Eps,
and planning through proactive environmental projects that investigate MA:Moms.T.,and Srivastava,Puneet_
200both the environmental and economic benefits of potential solutions and 2) awl iid�D� the Approach Handling
developed and implement state watershed strategies which focus on River Watershed.'Proceeding of the Natural
Resource.Agriculture.and Engineering
voluntary participation local stakeholder involvement,and identifying Service."Dairy Mane Systems:Equipment
viable solutions. Coordinated.supervised and evaluated the WTSS and Technology.'Mr 20-22.Rochester.NY.
professional staff of five engineers and scientists. Secured funding for Formica.S.J.:Giese.J.;Kresse,T.M.:
Moms.T.:Van Eps,MA.:and Anderson.
special projects including approximately two million dollars of W.M.2001."Buffalo National River
environmental grant to improve and protect the states natural resources. W Mil: rships to Iect'ove Swine
nagemeeme nt'EPA Section 319
Arkansas Department of Pollution Control&Ecology.Little Rock,AR Success Stones.Vol.3.
Srivastava,Puneet.Formica.S.J.:and Van
• Engineer II and Project Manager(Nov 1994-Dec 1998).Environmental Eps,MA.2001.•A Watershed Approach to
Preservation Division Assess the West Fork of the White River'
Abstract• Inspection Engineer II(Feb 1992—Sep 1994).Water Division ansas��rhe rce Center, s DL
and Related Water Quality Issues
Chemical Engineer(July 1989 to February 1992),FIN Associates,LTD., Conference held April 3-4,Fayetteville,AR
Little Rock,AR Pate.D.H.:Reed,BA;Daniel,T.C.;Nichols,
D.J.:Moore.PA..Jr..Edwards.DR.:and
Formica.S.J.2001 "Water-Quality Effects of
Chemical Engineer(January 1989 to June 1989),Aluminum Company of Infiltration Rate and Manure Application Rate
America,Bauxite.AR for Sods Receiving Swine Manure'Journal of
Soil and Water Conservation,Vol.58,No1.
Secondary Mathematics and Science Teacher(August 1986 to Lay 1988). Van Eps, mskiMA: Formica.S.J.: anSch
(- � ) T.M.;Czanonnski,A.;Morris,L;VarnSdraik.
St.Catherine's Indian School,Santa Fe,NM E.;Giese,J 1998.'Survey of Arkansas
Swine Liquid Waste Systems.'Proceedings
Chemical Engineer(May 1984 to August 1985),Badische Corporation. from international Conference on Agncultural
Engineering'held in Oslo.Norway.Paper No.
Freeport,TX 98-E-017
Formica.SJ.:J.A.Baron:L.T.Thibodeaux
Research and Departmental Assistant(August 1981 to April 1984). and LT Valsarat 1988.PCB Transport into
Lake Sediments;Conceptual Model aid EngineeringDepartment.University of Arkansas,Fayetteville. Laboratory Simulation.Env.Science
and
AR. Tech.,Vol_22.No. 12.p.1435.
Stream Restoration—Statement of Qualifications
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Attachment ii.
Staff Resumes
Resume: Matthew A. Van Eps, PE
«-atershed 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 skills. PE License s: 10661
He is the project engineer for several stream restoration designs and Years of Experience
implementation projects in Arkansas. His background has served to
develop his understanding of the physical. chemical. biological. and Twenty-F ve
anthropogenic processes affecting watershed resources. He has been a Education
protect engineer on numerous watershed assessment projects in both u^ve,s'ty o•Arkansas-Fayetteville Arkansas
Master of Eng neenng Degree in Environmental
rural and urban settings. He was also the project engineer for several Eng^eenng December 19943
projects that evaluated the implementation of BMIPs to reduce the impact J rig na Polytechnic Institute and State
of confined animal operation on water quality in Arkansas.Mr.Van Eps U^versa y-Blacksburg.Vrginia
Bachelor d'Science Degree n Chemical
has a broad background in watershed management and has expertise in Eng^eenng May t993
many aspects of the field including assessment. regulatory issues_ stream Professional Training
stability analysis_ stream restoration design practices_ integration of D+ Rosgen s uVrdland I-ydrocgy Courses
stakeholder involvement_ nutrient management non-point source -App4ed Fluvial Georrorphcogy
-R rue'Morphology&Applicatons
pollution: and BMP identification and implementation. -Rorer Assessment&Mo^torng
-R ve'Restoration&Natura,Channel Design
Associate Director(December 2004 to Present►,Watershed Conservation
Resource C enter(NI-CRC),Little Rock.AR Special Recognition
Par-nership fcr Environmental Excellence Award
Provides technical.engineering-and project design expertise for E=A Region VI
recopni7ed environmental nonprofit organization Stream restoration
design development and implementation project engineer Responsible Employment History
wate'shec 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
C.allenge Environmental Laboratores 1997
Engineer PE.Environmental Projects Section Manager.AR Dept.of Ur•versity of Arkansas Civil Engineering
Environmental Quality September 1997-December 2004.West Fork Department 1994 to 1998
White River Watershed Assessment. Synergistic Activities
Project engineer for a watershed assessment of the West Fork White Member of Green Infrastructure Environmental
River in Northwest Arkansas. Surveyed the West Fork White River Subcommittee for Fayetteville Green
(WF' R)and tributaries evaluating the erosion potential of stream banks Infrastructure Prgeci 2009
using a Bank Erosion Hazard Index. Developed and implemented a Guest Lecturer for Ecological Engineering
progressive and efficient data collection and presentation process course at the University of Arkansas 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 200Q a course at the University of Arkansas
locations to assist in evaluating stream stability of the W FWR
Presented Stream Morphology concepts to
Performed computations and analysis of geomorphology data collected atte^gees&the Region 5 MS4 annual meetng
for the\VF R assessment. Collected data to develop a bank erosion in 200
sediment delivery model. Reviewed Quality Assurance Project Plans Selected Publications:
(QAPP)to be submitted to the EPA addressing stormwater and M.A.Van Eps.S.J.Fonrca T L.Moms,J M
biological sampling methods in the watershed. Beck,A.S.Cotter.'Using a Bank Erosion
Hazard index iBEHl l to Estimate Annual
Sed ment Loads from Streambank Erosion+•the
Urban NI-atershed Assessment. West Fork W'te River W atershed'Proceedings
Principal investigator for assessing the condition of the Rock Creek So ASAEfor Conference lands,and g
Solutions Streams Wetlands,and
watershed in Little Rock.Arkansas. Developed project proposal. work Watersheds•held September 12-15,2004,St
Pau.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 «atershed Conservation
watershed assessment. Supervised and coordinated the collection and Resource Center
analysis of data including:land use.impervious surface analysis_and
delineation of watershed and sub-watershed boundaries utilizing GIS: Associate Director
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,MA.Nelson,AS.
flow weighted storm water quality sampling program;and collected and Cotter.T.L.Moms.J.M.Beck.west Fork White
evaluated fluvial geomorphology data to determine stream stabilityand Rkver watershed-Sediment. Source Inventory
g � � and Evaluation.'Proceed.rgs from ASAE
restoration potential. Conference'Self-Sustaining Solutions for
Streams,Wetlands,and Watersheds.'held
September 12-15.2004.St.Paul,MN.
Fluvial Geomorphology Data Collection and Evaluation.
Collected and analyzed fluvial geomorphology data to establish Brye.ca,MA
T.L.Moms,D.M.Miller,S.J.
Yz g�mP � Formica•M Van Eps 2004.'Estimabrrg Bulk
relationships between watershed area and stream channel geometry for Density i Vertical Exposed Stoney Alluvium
the Boston Mountain physiographic region_ Obtained and evaluated Environmental ivirong nmental Q Excavationty.Inr sM. Journal of
Quality.In Press.
historical USGS gage station records to determine flood return frequency Formica,S.J.:Giese.J:Kresse.T.M.;Moms.
as well as gage height and channel geometry relationships_Collected T.;and Van Eps.MA 2001.'Using Data
stream bank erosion data to develop relationship between stream bank Communication.and Education to knprove
erosion variables and erosion rates. Performed a bank erosion survey for rine Wasteff.urlanagemirt
the City of Rogers.Arkansas for 15 miles of Osage Creek and headwater end National Conference.?lonpoel Source
tributaries.Provided comment.critical review and technical assistance heldMPollution I15-17, Education Programs.'
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.Puneet.2001.'A
Received over 200 hours of fluvial geomorphology training from Dave Community Approach to Handing and Utilizing
Rosgen-P.H..Ph.D.Assisted Dr.Rosgen during training courses Dairy in theBuffalo s of the Natural
proceedings of Natural
conducted in Northwest Arkansas.including selection of sites for Resource.Agncuthre,and Engineering Service.
students to observe eom holo cprocess and providingassistance to 'Dairy Mary. systems.Equ20-22.ent hes
g � 1� Tedrrology."held March 20-22,Rochester.d NY.
students performing assessments in the field. Provided field based
instruction of basic fluvial geomorphology concepts to attendees of the Formica,. a 'M and Anderson.
K,��?-W
.M.2001.
1st Arkansas Watershed Advisory Group Conference in October 2002. "Buffalo National River Watershed:Partnerships
He is an instructor for the Basic Field Techniques to Determine Stream toubl bishi7r in 1e SU.S.wine wEPA aste M ion 31 9 Suc Tr,Sua:ess be
ped Section 31
Morphology training course presented by the WCRC Mid-South Stones.Volume 3.
Watershed Training Program. Srivastava,Puneet Formica.S-J.;and Van Eps.
MA 2001.'A Watershed Approach to Assess
the West Fork of the White River.'Published in
the proceedings of the Arkansas Water
Resource Center,1MDL and Related Water
Quality Issues Conference"held April 3-4.
Fayetteville,AR.
Natural Resources—Statement of Qualifications
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Attachment iii.
Letters of Commitment
ILLINOIS floret
May 17,2019
To EPA Region 6'
The Board of Directors of the Illinois River Watershed Partnership(IRWP)fully supports the City of
Fayetteville and Watershed Conservation Resource Center's(WCRC)grant proposal for a streambank
erosion assessment and restoration within the Clear Creek subwatershed of the Illinois River Watershed
(IRW).
IRWP's mission is to improve the integrity of the IRW through education and outreach,water quality
monitoring,and the implementation of conservation and restoration projects.We seek to identify and
implement environmentally viable and economically feasible conservation and restoration projects in
the watershed;to cooperate with the scientific community to identify water quality impacts,causes,and
sources;and to increase public awareness of the Illinois River and natural resources across the
Northwest Arkansas region.
IRWP considers Clear Creek a high priority subwatershed due to high rates of sediment and nutrient
loading relative to other IRW subwatersheds,as well as 303d impairment.We have recently focused
several programs on the tributary,to include water quality monitoring,ecological assessment,
landowner outreach and education programs,and riparian reforestation efforts-It is also one of the
most rapidly urbanizing subwatersheds and it is imperative to protect and restore these urban,
upstream tributaries to mitigate downstream impacts to water quality,fisheries,and species of
conservation concern.
To demonstrate our dedication,IRWP will financially support this project up to$30,000,depending on
the acreage of restored area,as part of our Riparian Restoration Program.The goal for the Program is to
reforest riparian areas,improve wetlands,and increase the quantity of native prairie ecology across the
IRW.If funded and successfully implemented,this project will be a great example of collaboration
among city,foundation,state,non-profit,and federal partners.
Thank you for your consideration and support of this significant steam and ecological restoration
project.
Sincerely,
1fc�l� ;r►l —
Nicole Hardiman,Ph.D.
Executive Director
Illinois River Watershed Partnership
Post Office Box 205
Cave Springs,AR 72718
Email:director@lirwp.org
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Attachment iii.
Letters of Commitment
THE DEPARTMENT a ARKANSAS
H E EZI TAG E May 17 �('ly
Asa Hutthtnwn
t:n:vrnu. To Environmental Protection Agency.Region 6:
titkv thirstThe Arkansas Natural Heritage('ommission(AN!IC)fully supports the City
t,rrthv of Fayetteville and the Watershed Conservation Resource('enter(WC'RC)'s
grant proposal 'Demonstration of Stream Restoration in the Illinois River
Watershed.' I heir holistic approach to stream and natural features restoration
in which natural channel design techniques are integrated with long-term
Arkart,.ts Arts Count native vegetation establishment is important to demonstrate and promote high-
quality restoration of natural resources. I he workshops that are proposed in
this grant are needed to train other environmental professionals on this
Arkansas I Work restoration approach.This project also supports our efforts to promote
Preser\ation Program restoration in urban environments that create corridors of habitat for wildlife
• within urban areas.
Arkansas Natural
I tentage C.ommission The ANHC will also provide technical expertise to help develop the
vegetation monitoring,plant species identification.native plant selection,and
Arkansas'cite \n styes sourcing of native plants for restoration.Contribution of our staffs time on
this project will amount to S400.()tl in-kind matching founds. The W('R('has
provided their data to ANFIC'from previous work on native plants and
154t.t eutturnl(t•ntt•r identification of natural features,and we will include any rare species data
• collected through this project in our statewide database for tracking species of
HImo,t \rk.un t+\lu.rum consersution concern.Such data from past WCR('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
\ham IrmPktr+l ulturalc r 1" Arkansas Darter(FFllwoslmino crugrini)and Least Darter(F. nrierops rr 1). We
look forward to acquiring new data from the proposed project.
()LI tit.nt•I toust'Museum
The activities proposed by the City and the W('RC 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 Illinois River watershed.
Thank you for your consideration ot'this significant restoration project.
hriL'f•Y7It
Sincerely.
11.41\t•rthSlaw! Bill Holiinon
Ltttk•Kotk.AR 72201 t)irtt for
(501)124-9o19 Bil1,Holimon4arkansas.gos
tax:001►1 -9u+I8 501 324 9761
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City of Fayetteville, Arkansa_ _udget Adjustment Form (Legistar)
Budget Year Division Adjustment Number
/Org2 ENGINEERING (621)
2020
Requestor: Alan Pugh
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT DESCRIPTION /JUSTIFICATION:
Acceptance of a Wetland Program Development Grant in the amount of$300,000 from the Environmental Protection
Agency Region 6 for the restoration of several stream reaches within the City of Fayetteville and approval of a budget
adjustment acknowledging the receipt of the grant funds and required matching funds.
COUNCIL DATE: 12/15/2020
LEGISTAR FILE ID#: 2020-0855
Matthew Mac/claw
11/17/2020 3:35 PM
Budget Director Date
TYPE: D - (City Council)
JOURNAL #:
12/15/2020
GLDATE:
RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE CHKD/POSTED: /
TOTAL 300,000 300,000 v.20201112
Increase / (Decrease) Project.Sub#
Account Number Expense Revenue Project Sub.Detl AT Account Name
4601.860.7426-4309.00 - 300,000 46040 7426 RE Federal Grants-Capital
4601.860.7426-5860.02 105,000 - 46040 7426 EX Capital Prof Svcs- Engineering/Architect'.
4601.860.7426-5817.00 195,000 - 46040 7426 EX Improvements- Bridge & Drainage
4604.860.7426-5860.02 100,000 - 46040 7426 EX Capital Prof Svcs- Engineering/Architect'.
4604.860.7999-5899.00 (100,000) - 46040 7999 EX Unallocated - Budget
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