Committee advances plan to refine RFP for sediment testing after debate over scope and cost
Members debated a Ralph-authored proposal to run an RFP sampling up to 20 canals to determine organic sediment (muck) levels; concerns about cost, pilot size, and grant matching led to direction: Ralph will refine a white paper and return for a vote next meeting.
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Committee member Ralph presented an executive-summary and draft RFP to assess organic sediment conditions in Marco Island canals and waterways, arguing the evidence on sediment depth and organic content is mixed and that targeted testing is needed before large dredging expenditures.
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