Title
Resolution Approving a Usage Agreement with the Guilford County Fire Rescue Council, Inc. for the Use of Water from City-owned Lakes for Emergency Fire Suppression Services
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Department: Water Resources
Council District: All
Public Hearing: N/A
Advertising Date/By: N/A
Contact 1 and Phone: Steve Drew, 336-373-7893
Contact 2 and Phone: Kristine Williams, 336-373-2556
PURPOSE:
City Council approval is requested for a Usage Agreement for Guilford County Fire Rescue Council, Inc. (GCFRC) for the use of water from City-owned Lakes for emergency fire suppression services.
BACKGROUND:
The Water Resources Department received a request to enter into a Usage Agreement from GCFRC in April of this year. The agreement was requested as part of their ISO certification process, and formalizes a long-standing practice of the City allowing the use of water from City-owned lakes for emergency fire suppression. The Department has reviewed the request and recommends approval of the agreement.
BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no budget impact to the City.
RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED:
It is requested that City Council approve the usage agreement with the Guilford County Fire Rescue Council, Inc. for the use of water from City-owned lakes for emergency fire suppression services.