AGENDA #1i

Stormwater Utility Advisory Board

Presentation to Town Council

Wednesday, February 28, 2007

The following is a brief outline of the presentation to the Town Council at the budget hearings.  We will also use this opportunity to provide an approximate 10 minute overview of the quarterly report to the Town Council.

The following are the key points the Stormwater Advisory Board (SWAB) would like to emphasize.

• The SWAB supports the thrust and priorities of the budget proposal from staff.
• The general strategy underlying this support of the staff direction is based on the expected outcomes in 2007-2008 that will impact the Chapel Hill Stormwater Program as follows:
  • The second phase of the Master Plan will begin in 2007 and we will await the Master Plan’s guidance on needs, project identifications, and priorities before undertaking major changes in programs or starting large capital expenditure projects.  It is expected that at budget time 2008 some further definition will be available to guide recommendations from the SWAB to the Town Council.
  • The SWAB does not recommend changing the fee structure this year.
  • Continue to incrementally increase the range and effectiveness of stormwater maintenance, small projects, and availability of technical advice to property owners.  Examples include Drainage Assistance programs and use of the new vacuum truck. 
  • Provide needed and visible services to the community and increase the number of press releases and other information regarding the storm water program. 
  • Examine the impact of increasing state and federal regulatory requirements on the Town.  Our involvement in the Jordan Lake water quality improvement planning activities will also play an important part in our directions going forward.
  • Continue the collaborative efforts and the coordination with Public Works’ stormwater activities.