Consider recommendation from the Research & Technology Committee to approve an Interlocal Cooperation Contract between the EAA and the San Antonio River Authority for hydrologic modeling services, in an amount not to exceed $240,000.

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Sanborn, seconded by Director Yanta, the Research & Technology Committee recommend the board adopt a resolution and order of the Edwards Aquifer Authority Board of Directors approving Interlocal Cooperation Contract No. 24-011-AMS between the EAA and the San Antonio River Authority for hydrologic modeling services for a total amount of $240,000.00, for the period August 21, 2024, through December 31, 2026, and authorize the General Manager to execute the agreement. Director Persyn abstained from the vote on the motion. The motion passed without opposition.

This motion is scored as EXPANDS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 4.6/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, measures that increase tax rates or fee schedules, issue new debt or Certificates of Obligation, expand regulatory/zoning restrictions on private land use, or authorize unbudgeted spending expansions reduce an official's Freedom Score when voted YES (and reward dissenting NO votes).