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USDA shutdown stalls Reynolds public‑works project; EPD waiver allows drum‑screen work to proceed
Summary
City of Reynolds Public Works told the council that a USDA shutdown is preventing one project from moving forward, but staff secured an EPD waiver that allows a drum‑screen replacement to proceed; playground equipment was ordered and routine repairs are underway.
Public Works informed the City of Reynolds Mayor and Council on Oct. 20 that a USDA shutdown has halted progress on one project, but staff obtained a waiver from EPD that allows work on a drum‑screen replacement to go forward.
The Public Works update said the USDA shutdown prevents the broader project from progressing until the federal agency resumes operations, but an EPD (environmental permitting entity referenced in the record as "EPD") waiver makes the drum‑screen replacement immediately actionable. The transcript does not identify the specific USDA program involved or provide paperwork for the EPD waiver.
Public Works also reported that the city has placed an order for new playground equipment, is repairing existing playground structures (replacing rotten wood and repainting), and has run water around the walk track and electricity to the pavilion.
Chief Sam McCrary separately told the council that the fire department has received "numerous calls to the same location due to faulty equipment" and that the department is handling the issue prior to any city intervention. The transcript does not record further public discussion, citizen comments, or a vote related to the USDA‑affected project or the drum‑screen replacement.
Next steps: the Public Works updates call for staff to monitor USDA status, proceed with the drum‑screen replacement under the EPD waiver, and provide delivery timing for the playground equipment when available.
