HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Water Pumping Agreement for Hallett's Quarry RESOLUTION NO. 01-379
RESOLUTION APPROVING WATER PUMPING AGREEMENT
WITH OWNERS OF HALLETT'S QUARRY
WHEREAS,the continuation of the drought experienced over the past year and one-half may
require Water Plant staff to implement water pumping from upstream gravel quarries to augment
stream flow to maintain minimum recharge of the City's aquifer; and,
WHEREAS, the stream flow augmentation is an integral component of the City's drought
contingency response; and,
WHEREAS,an agreement authorizing pumping from Hallett's Quarry has been executed by
Hubbell Realty and Hallett Construction Company that authorizes the City to pump water for the
remainder of 2001; and,
WHEREAS,the City will be solely responsible for any costs,damages,or liabilities that may
result from this operation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the Water Pumping Agreement with the owners of Hallett's Quarry is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 14th day of August, 2001.
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Diane R.Voss,City Clerk Ted Tedesco,Mayor
Introduced by: Cross
Seconded by: Wirth
Voting aye: Campbell, Cross, Goodhue, Hoffman, Quirmbach, Wirth
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 14th day of August, 2001.