In October 2020, AE2S provided a feasibility report for renovations to Lift Station 16, which identified necessary repairs to the levee that were outside the scope of the recently completed lift station renovation project. In 2023, AE2S further evaluated the condition of the levy and the existing level of flood protection and made recommendations for improvements to be completed in 2024. Those improvements include tree clearing, grading to raise the levy elevation and utility improvements to protect the lift station.

City staff has worked with AE2S to develop a scope of work and professional services agreement needed to complete the final design and perform construction services for the improvements. AE2S has the experience, technical skill and capacity to provide the needed services and is part of the city's approved consultant pool. The attached Professional Services Agreement authorizes and describes the scope and fees for their work on this project.