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City to take lead on Ennis Creek fish‑barrier design work; council approves interlocal amendment and consultant contract
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Summary
The council approved an amendment shifting project management for Ennis Creek culvert corrections from the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe to the city and awarded a professional‑services contract to Environmental Science Associates for up to $150,909, supported by a $300,000 state fish‑barrier grant and a $45,000 city match.
Port Angeles authorized an amendment to an interlocal agreement with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and approved a professional‑services agreement to continue design work on two culverts that block fish passage on Ennis Creek. The council’s action transfers remaining project management responsibilities to the city and awards a contract to Environmental Science Associates for up to $150,909.
Scott, the city’s engineering presenter, told council the project began with the tribe and that the tribe has exhausted its initial grant resources. The city received a $300,000 Brian Abbott Fish Barrier removal grant from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office; the grant requires a 50 percent match, and the city provided a $45,000 general‑fund match to support the design phase.
The interlocal amendment and consultant contract were approved unanimously. Council members praised the partnership with the tribe and noted the potential to restore a creek within the city limits. "We are really fortunate to be able to work in partnership with the tribe and their natural resources department," Council Member Lindsay Miller said.
Staff said the design work will proceed under the city’s project management and that the city manager is authorized to execute the interlocal amendment and contract and to make minor modifications as necessary. The motion included authority to execute contract documents to administer the contract.
