Red Bank to join Chattanooga on one‑time interlocal agreement for Stringers Ridge erosion repair

City staff told the commission they have drafted a short‑term interlocal agreement with the City of Chattanooga to share the cost of immediate erosion repairs on Stringers Ridge and to allow the Southeast Conservation Corps to perform restoration work on the Red Bank side.

The item is presented as a one‑time interlocal arrangement because Stringers Ridge is co‑owned by Red Bank and Chattanooga, and staff said the longer‑term interlocal remains under negotiation to clarify insurance, property ownership and contracting responsibilities. “We are actually working on another long term interlocal agreement with City of Chattanooga since both Red Bank and the city of Chattanooga both co own, Stringers Ridge,” Mr. Grama said.

Staff identified the Gueyo Connector Trail (near the Richmond Apartments) as a section with “pretty rough erosion.” The Southeast Conservation Corps, sourced by Chattanooga, will perform restoration work later in July and will invoice Red Bank for up to $10,000 for the city’s portion of the cost under Resolution 25‑18‑07. Staff said the Corps had submitted required certificates of insurance and that both cities had coordinated to ensure coverage on the Red Bank side.

Commission discussion focused on procurement, insurance and the need for a clear long‑term interlocal that specifies which jurisdiction is responsible for insurance, contracting and maintenance when work occurs on co‑owned property. Staff said the short‑term agreement is intended to allow immediate repairs while the comprehensive interlocal is finalized.

The transcript shows the staff recommendation and placement on the consent agenda but does not include the final vote in the provided excerpt.