02/22/2011 Resolutions 2011-43RESOLUTION 2011-43
WHEREAS, in 2003, EPA implemented a new regulation establishing a maximum
contaminate level (MCL) for uranium in drinking water; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island's water system thus far is in full compliance with
the EPA regulation, but uranium levels are close to the new standard; and
WHEREAS, the consulting firm of HDR was hired to evaluate uranium reduction
methods to ensure the City of Grand Island's water system remains in full compliance with the EPA
regulation; and
WHEREAS, the proposed uranium reduction system engineering report was presented
to Council at the Study Session of January 18, 2011; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the Utilities Department is hereby directed
to proceed with procurement and installation of an absorptive media uranium removal systemto treat
three wells at the Platte River Wellfield.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, February 22, 2011.
Attest:
RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form II
February 21, 2011 d City Attorney