Private pond program, $13.5M for citywide paving
Pond problems? At their March 3 meeting, City Council members will vote on a new program to help homeowners maintain their ponds. Here’s what else Council will ponder.
See the full March 3 meeting agenda here
Private pond program
An ordinance would allow residents to apply for the city to do water quality and flood-prevention work on privately owned ponds. Right now, ponds and other “stormwater control measures” are the owner’s responsibility.
Last week, city stormwater director Maria Price told Council that pond upkeep can be an “unfair burden” for homeowners.
$13.5M for citywide paving
Public Works looks to award a $13.5 million contract for road resurfacing to Talley Construction. Roads in every City Council district are on the paving list.
Miracle League sign donation
Council will vote on accepting a video sign donation from the Miracle League valued at $83,000. The donation will add to the existing scoreboard at the ball field at Warner Park. Miracle League is a baseball program for kids and adults with disabilities.
Higher towing charges
Higher maximum towing fees are up for vote. For the lowest grade tow trucks, companies could charge up to $245 for a daytime tow. That’s an $6 increase from the previous rate increase Council approved last October.
New landfill gas flare
A $930,000 contract to replace the gas flare at Birchwood Landfill is up for vote. The flare burns off gases produced at the site.
Legal Aid lease
Economic Development looks to renew a $1-per-year lease with Legal Aid of East Tennessee for a small office space in the Family Justice Center. The lease would last four years.
Attend the next Council meeting
When: Tuesday, March 10 at 3:30 p.m.
Where: City Council Building, 1000 Lindsay Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Or: Watch the meeting live on YouTube @chattanoogacitycouncil8743
Chattanooga City Council is open to the public.
Contact William at william@chattamatters.com
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