Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: September 3, 2024
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
THROUGH: N/A
FROM: Ed Torres, M.S., P.E., LEED AP, Director, Utilities
CONTACT: Iulia Siemen, P.E., Manager, Utilities
PHONE: 407-254-9844
DIVISION: Water Division
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Approval and execution of Memorandum of Understanding for Laboratory Services by and between the Orange County Utilities Department and Orange County Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department. All Districts. (Water Division)
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PROJECT: N/A
PURPOSE: Providing comprehensive environmental monitoring of the natural resources within Orange County requires a collaborative effort between the Utilities Department (OCU) and the Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department (PEDS). In accordance with a 2004 Memorandum of Agreement, the OCU Water Laboratory provided analytical testing and reporting services in support of the regulatory and permit requirements of the PEDS Environmental Protection Division; however, the existing agreement expires on September 30, 2024. OCU and PEDS are requesting Board approval for this Memorandum of Understanding for Laboratory Testing Services to replace the existing agreement with updated scope of services and financial responsibilities for a five-year term through September 30, 2029.
The County Attorney’s Office and Risk Management Division reviewed the agreement and find it acceptable as to form. Utilities Department staff recommends approval.
BUDGET: N/A