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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDept of Ecology (DOE) Stormwater Capacity Grant WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stounwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY State of Washington Agreement WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 WATER QUALITY STORMWATER CAPACITY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY AND City of Pasco This is a binding Agreement entered into by and between the State of Washington, Department of Ecology, hereinafter referred to as "ECOLOGY" and City of Pasco, hereinafter referred to as the "RECIPIENT" to carry out with the provided funds activities described herein. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Title: Total Cost: Total Eligible Cost: Ecology Share: Recipient Share: The Effective Date of this Agreement is: The Expiration Date of this Agreement is no later than Project Type: Page 1 of 24 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $0.00 07/01/2015 03/31/2017 Capacity Grant Project Short Description: This project will assist Phase I and II Permittes in implementation or management of municipal stormwater programs. Project Long Description: N/A Overall Goal: This project will improve water quality in the State of Washington by reducing stormwater pollutants discharged to state water bodies. W QS W CAP-1517-Pasw-00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco RECIPIENT INFORMATION Organization Name: City of Pasco Federal Tax ID: 91-6001264 DUNS Number: 009974598 Mailing Address: PO Box 293 Pasco, WA, 99301 Physical Address: 525 N Third Ave Pasco, Washington, 99301 Organization Email: reed-jennings@pasco-wa.gov Organization Fax: (509)543-5728 Contacts Page 2 of 24 Project Manager Teresa Reed -Jennings Senior Civil Engineer 525 North Third Avenue P.O. Box 293 Pasco, Washington, 99301 Email: reed-jenningst@pasco-wa.gov Phone: (509) 545-3444 Billing Contact Joseph Mugo Lead Accountant Disbursements P.O. Box 525 N. 3rd Avenue Pasco, Washington, 99301 Email: mugoj@pasco-wa.gov Phone: (509) 545-3428 Authorized Preeille h! Artdeys- Ahmad 5. QRt-/Otrlrli Signatory ja.b/1a R//Y� D/Y�GfDY PO Box 293 Pasco, Washington, 99301 Email: ® `na5C0 J Phone: (509) 543-590try5- 3� WQS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stotmwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco ECOLOGY INFORMATION Mailing Address: Department of Ecology Water Quality PO BOX 47600 Olympia, WA 98504-7600 Physical Address: Water Quality 300 Desmond Drive Lacey, WA 98503 Contacts Page 3 of 24 Project Kyle Graunke Manager P.O. Box 47600 Olympia, Washington, 98504-7600 Email: kygr461@ecy.wa.gov Phone: (360)407-6452 Financial Kyle Graunke Manager P.O. Box 47600 Olympia, Washington, 98504-7600 Email: kygr461@ecy.wa.gov Phone: (360) 407-6452 WQS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco Page 4 of 24 RECIPIENT agrees to furnish the necessary personnel, equipment, materials, services, and otherwise do all things necessary for or incidental to the performance of work as set forth in the Scope of Work. RECIPIENT agrees to read, understand, and accept all information contained within this entire Agreement. Furthermore, RECIPIENT acknowledges that they have reviewed the terms and conditions of this Agreement, Scope of Work, attachments, all incorporated or referenced documents, as well as all applicable laws, statutes, rules, regulations, and guidelines mentioned in this Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties, and there are no other understandings or representations other than as set forth, or incorporated by reference, herein. This Agreement shall be subject to the written approval of Ecology's authorized representative and shall not be binding until so approved. The signatories to this Agreement represent that they have the authority to execute this Agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereby sign this Agreement Washington State Department of Ecology l o Program anager Date Heather Bartlett Water Quality WQS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 City of Pasco vAhAr- Warks L)mec*r Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 5of24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stolmwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco SCOPE OF WORK Task Number: Task Title: Project Administration/Management Task Cost: $5,000.00 Task Description: A. The RECIPIENT shall carry out all work necessary to meet ECOLOGY grant or loan administration requirements. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: maintenance of project records; submittal of requests for reimbursement and corresponding backup documentation; progress reports; and a recipient closeout report (including photos). B. The RECIPIENT shall maintain documentation demonstrating compliance with applicable procurement, contracting, and interlocal agreement requirements; application for, receipt of, and compliance with all required permits, licenses, easements, or property rights necessary for the project; and submittal of required performance items. C. The RECIPIENT shall manage the project. Efforts include, but are not limited to: conducting, coordinating, and scheduling project activities and assuring quality control. Every effort will be made to maintain effective communication with the RECIPIENT's designees; ECOLOGY; all affected local, state, or federal jurisdictions; and any interested individuals or groups. The RECIPIENT shall carry out this project in accordance with any completion dates outlined in this agreement. Task Goal Statement: Properly managed and fully documented project that meets ECOLOGY's grant or loan administrative requirements. Task Expected Outcome: * Timely and complete submittal of requests for reimbursement, quarterly progress reports, and RECIPIENT closeout report. * Properly maintained project documentation Recipient Task Coordinator: Teresa Reed -Jennings Project Administration/Management Deliverables Number Description Due Date 1.1 Quarterly Progress Reports 1.2 Recipient Closeout Report 1.3 Project Outcome Summary Report W QS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 6of24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stomwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco SCOPE OF WORK Task Number: Task Title: Project Administration/Management Task Cost: $45,000.00 Task Description: Conduct work related to implementation of municipal stormwater National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements. If the RECIPIENT is out of compliance with the municipal stormwater National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, the RECIPIENT will ensure funds are used to attain compliance where applicable. RECIPIENT may conduct work related to implementation of additional activities required by the municipal stormwater NPDES permits. The following is a list of elements RECIPIENT's project may include. 1) Public education and outreach activities, including stewardship activities. 2) Public involvement and participation activities. 3) Illicit discharge detection and elimination (IDDE) program activities, including: a) Mapping or geographic information systems of municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s). b) Staff training. c) Activities to identify and remove illicit stormwater discharges. d) Field screening procedures. e) Complaint hotline database or tracking system improvements. 4) Activities to support programs to control runoff from new development, redevelopment, and construction sites, including: a) Development of an ordinance and associated technical manual or update of applicable codes. b) Inspections before, during, and upon completion of construction, or for post -construction long-term maintenance. c) Training for plan review and/or inspection staff. d) Participation in applicable watershed planning effort. 5) Pollution prevention, good housekeeping, and operation and maintenance program activities, such as: a) Inspecting and/or maintaining the MS4 infrastructure. b) Developing and/or implementing policies, procedures, or stormwater pollution prevention plans at municipal properties or facilities. 6) Annual reporting activities. 7) Establishing and refining stormwater utilities, including stable rate structures. 8) Water quality monitoring to implement permit requirements for a Water Cleanup Plan (TMDL). Note that any monitoring funded by this program requires submittal of a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) that the DEPARMENT approves prior to awarding funding for monitoring. Monitoring, including: a) Development of applicable QAPPs. b) Monitoring activities, in accordance with a DEPARTMENT- approved QAPP, to meet Phase I/II permit requirements. 9) Structural stormwater controls program activities (Phase I permit requirement) 10) Source control for existing development (Phase I permit requirement), including: a) Inventory and inspection program. b) Technical assistance and enforcement. c) Staff training. 11) Equipment purchases that result directly in improved compliance with permit requirements. Allowed costs for equipment purchases must be specific to implementing a permit requirement (such as a vactor truck) rather than W QS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP- 15 1 7 -Pasco -00069 Page 7of24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco general use (such as a general use pick-up truck). Qualified equipment purchases include but are not limited to: a) Illicit discharge testing equipment and materials. b) Vactor truck or sweeper truck or MS4 maintenance activities. c) Electronic devices dedicated to mapping of MS4 facilities and attributes. d) Software dedicated to tracking permit implementation activities. As a deliverable, documentation of all tasks completed is required. Documentation includes but is not limited to: maps, field reports, dates and number of inspections conducted, dates of trainings held and participant lists, number of illicit discharges investigated and removed, summaries of planning, stormwater utility or procedural updates, annual reports, copies of approved QAPPs, summaries of structural or source control activities, summaries of how equipment purchases have increased or improved permit compliance. Task Goal Statement: This task will improve water quality in the State of Washington by reducing the pollutants delivered by stormwater to lakes, streams, and the Puget Sound by implementing measures required by Phase I and II NPDES permits. Task Expected Outcome: RECIPIENTS will implement measures required by Phase I and II NPDES permits. Recipient Task Coordinator: Teresa Reed -Jennings Project Administration/Management Deliverables Number Description Due Date 2.1 Documentation of tasks completed WQS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 8of24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco BUDGET Funding Distribution EG160435 Funding Title: Capacity Grant FYI Funding Type: Grant Funding Expiration Date: Funding Effective Date: 07/01/2015 Funding Source: Title: ELSA: Environmental Legacy Stewardship Account Type: State CFDA: Assistance Agreement: Description: MTCA Recipient Match %: 0 InKind Interlocal Allowed: No InKind Other Allowed: No Is this Funding Distribution used to match a federal grant? No Capacity Grant FY16 Task Total Project Administration/Management $ 2,500.00 Permit Implementation $ 22,500.00 Total: $ 25,000.00 W QS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 03/31/2017 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 9of24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco BUDGET Funding Distribution EG160436 Funding Title: Capacity Grant FYI Funding Type: Grant Funding Expiration Date: Funding Effective Date: 07/01/2016 Funding Source: Title: ELSA: Environmental Legacy Stewardship Account Type: State CFDA: Assistance Agreement: Description: MTCA Recipient Match %: 0 InKind Interlocal Allowed: No InKind Other Allowed: No Is this Funding Distribution used to match a federal grant? No Capacity Grant FY17 Task Total Proi ect Administration/Management $ 2,500.00 Permit Implementation $ 22,500.00 Total: $ 25,000.00 W QS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 03/31/2017 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco Fundin¢ Distribution Summary Recipient / Ecology Share Page 10 of 24 Funding Distribution Name Recipient Match % Recipient Share Ecology Share Total Capacity Grant FYI 0.00 % $ 0.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00 Capacity Grant FYI 7 0.00 % $ 0.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00 Total $ 0.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 50.000.00 AGREEMENT SPECIFIC TERMS AND CONDITIONS N/A SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS SECTION 1: DEFINITIONS Unless otherwise provided, the following terms will have the respective meanings for all purposes of this agreement: "Administration Charge" means a charge established in accordance with Chapter 90.50A RCW and Chapter 173-98 WAC, to be used to pay Ecology's cost to administer the State Revolving Fund by placing a percentage of the interest earned in an Administrative Charge Account. "Administrative Requirements" means the effective edition of ECOLOGY's ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR RECIPIENTS OF ECOLOGY GRANTS AND LOANS at the signing of this agreement. "Annual Debt Service" for any calendar year means for any applicable bonds or loans including the loan, all interest plus all principal due on such bonds or loans in such year. "Average Annual Debt Service" means, at the time of calculation, the sum of the Annual Debt Service for the remaining years of the loan to the last scheduled maturity of the loan divided by the number of those years. "Centennial Clean Water Program" means the state program funded from various state sources. "Contract Documents" means the contract between the RECIPIENT and the construction contractor for construction of the project. "Cost Effective Analysis" means a comparison of the relative cost -efficiencies of two or more potential ways of solving a water quality problem as described in Chapter 173-98-730 WAC. "Defease" or "Defeasance" means the setting aside in escrow or other special fund or account of sufficient investments and money dedicated to pay all principal of and interest on all or a portion of an obligation as it comes due. "Effective Date" means the earliest date on which eligible costs may be incurred. "Effective Interest Rate" means the total interest rate established by Ecology that includes the Administrative Charge. WQS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 11 of 24 Project Tine: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco "Estimated Loan Amount" means the initial amount of funds loaned to the RECIPIENT. "Estimated Loan Repayment Schedule" means the schedule of loan repayments over the term of the loan based on the Estimated Loan Amount. "Equivalency" means projects designated by ECOLOGY to meet additional federal requirements. "Final Accrued Interest" means the interest accrued beginning with the first disbursement of funds to the RECIPIENT through such time as the loan is officially closed out and a final loan repayment schedule is issued. "Final Loan Amount" means all principal of and interest on the loan from the Project Start Date through the Project Completion Date. "Final Loan Repayment Schedule" means the schedule of loan repayments over the term of the loan based on the Final Loan Amount. "Forgivable Principal" means the portion of a loan that is not required to be paid back by the borrower. "General Obligation Debt" means an obligation of the RECIPIENT secured by annual ad valorem taxes levied by the RECIPIENT and by the full faith, credit, and resources of the RECIPIENT. "General Obligation Payable from Special Assessments Debt" means an obligation of the RECIPIENT secured by a valid general obligation of the Recipient payable from special assessments to be imposed within the constitutional and statutory tax limitations provided by law without a vote of the electors of the RECIPIENT on all of the taxable property within the boundaries of the RECIPIENT. "Gross Revenue" means all of the earnings and revenues received by the RECIPIENT from the maintenance and operation of the Utility and all earnings from the investment of money on deposit in the Loan Fund, except (i) Utility Local Improvement Districts (ULID) Assessments, (ii) government grants, (iii) RECIPIENT taxes, (iv) principal proceeds of bonds and other obligations, or (v) earnings or proceeds (A) from any investments in a trust, Defeasance, or escrow fund created to Defease or refund Utility obligations or (B) in an obligation redemption fund or account other than the Loan Fund until commingled with other earnings and revenues of the Utility or (C) held in a special account for the purpose of paying a rebate to the United States Government under the Internal Revenue Code. "Guidelines" means the ECOLOGY's Funding Guidelines that that correlate to the State Fiscal Year in which the project is funded. "Initiation of Operation Date" means the actual date the Water Pollution Control Facility financed with proceeds of the loan begins to operate for its intended purpose. "Loan" means the Washington State Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund Loan or Centennial Clean Water Fund (Centennial) Loan made pursuant to this loan agreement. "Loan Amount" means either an Estimated Loan Amount or a Final Loan Amount, as applicable. "Loan Fund" means the special fund of that name created by ordinance or resolution of the RECIPIENT for the repayment of the principal of and interest on the loan. W QS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 12 of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco "Loan Security" means the mechanism by which the RECIPIENT pledges to repay the loan. "Loan Term" means the repayment period of the loan. "Maintenance and Operation Expense" means all reasonable expenses incurred by the RECIPIENT in causing the Utility to be operated and maintained in good repair, working order, and condition including payments to other parties, but will not include any depreciation or RECIPIENT levied taxes or payments to the RECIPIENT in lieu of taxes. "Net Revenue" means the Gross Revenue less the Maintenance and Operation Expense. "Original Engineer's Estimate" means the engineer's estimate of construction costs included with bid documents. "Principal and Interest Account" means, for a loan that constitutes Revenue -Secured Debt, the account of that name created in the loan fund to be first used to repay the principal of and interest on the loan. "Project" means the project described in this agreement. "Project Completion Date" means the date specified in the agreement on which the Scope of Work will be fully completed. "Project Schedule" means that schedule for the project specified in the agreement. "Reserve Account" means, for a loan that constitutes Revenue -Secured Debt, the account of that name created in the loan fund to secure the payment of the principal of and interest on the loan. "Revenue -Secured Debt" means an obligation of the RECIPIENT secured by a pledge of the revenue of a utility and one not a general obligation of the RECIPIENT. "Risk -Based Determination" means an approach to sub -recipient monitoring and oversight based on risk factors associated to a RECIPIENT or project. "Scope of Work" means the tasks and activities constituting the project. "Section 319" means the section of the Clean Water Act that provides funding to address nonpoint sources of water pollution. "Senior Lien Obligations" means all revenue bonds and other obligations of the RECIPIENT outstanding on the date of execution of this loan agreement (or subsequently issued on a parity therewith, including refunding obligations) or issued after the date of execution of this loan agreement having a claim or lien on the Gross Revenue of the Utility prior and superior to the claim or lien of the loan, subject only to Maintenance and Operation Expense. "State Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund (Revolving Fund)" means the water pollution control revolving fund established by Chapter 90.50A.020 RCW. "Termination Date" means the effective date of ECOLOGY's termination of the agreement. "Termination Payment Date" means the date on which the RECIPIENT is required to repay to ECOLOGY any outstanding balance of the loan and all accrued interest. W QS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 13 of 24 Project Title: 2015.2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco "Total Eligible Project Cost" means the sum of all costs associated with a water quality project that have been determined to be eligible for ECOLOGY grant or loan funding. "Total Project Cost" means the sum of all costs associated with a water quality project, including costs that are not eligible for ECOLOGY grant or loan funding. "ULID" means any utility local improvement district of the RECIPIENT created for the acquisition or construction of additions to and extensions and betterments of the Utility. "ULID Assessments" means all assessments levied and collected in any ULID. Such assessments are pledged to be paid into the Loan Fund (less any prepaid assessments permitted by law to be paid into a construction fund or account). ULID Assessments will include principal installments and any interest or penalties which may be due. "Utility" means the sewer system, stormwater system, or the combined water and sewer system of the RECIPIENT, the Net Revenue of which is pledged to pay and secure the loan. SECTION 2: THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO ALL RECIPIENTS OF WATER QUALITY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING. The Water Quality Financial Assistance Funding Guidelines are included in this agreement by reference. A. Architectural and Engineering Services: The RECIPIENT certifies by signing this agreement that the requirements of Chapter 39.80 RCW, "Contracts for Architectural and Engineering Services," have been, or shall be, met in procuring qualified architectural/engineering services. The RECIPIENT shall identify and separate eligible and ineligible costs in the final negotiated agreement and submit a copy of the agreement to ECOLOGY. B. Best Management Practices (BMP) Implementation: If the RECIPIENT installs BMPs that are not approved by ECOLOGY prior to installation, the RECIPIENT assumes the risk that part or all of the reimbursement for that activity may be delayed or ineligible. For more details regarding BMP Implementation, please reference the Water Quality Financial Assistance Funding Guidelines available on ECOLOGY's Water Quality Program funding website. C. Cultural and Historic Resources Protection Compliance with Environmental Laws and Regulations. The RECIPIENT shall: 1) The RECIPIENT shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local environmental laws, statutes, regulations, executive orders, and permits. 2) The RECIPIENT shall comply with Ecology's Archaeological Resource and Historic Property review process. The RECIPIENT agrees that in no case shall construction activities, ground disturbance, or excavation of any kind, begin until provisions of this process are complied with. The RECIPIENT is responsible for developing a complete Inadvertent Discovery Plan (IDP). The IDP must be immediately available by request by any party. An IDP must be immediately available and be implemented to address any discovery. The RECIPIENT will implement the procedures in the IDP, and immediately notify ECOLOGY, the Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP), and tribal representatives if human remains, cultural, or archeological resources are discovered in the course of construction. For more details regarding requirements under this provision, please reference the Water Quality Financial Assistance Funding Guidelines available on ECOLOGY's Water Quality Program funding website. D. Electronic Fund Transfers: The RECIPIENT must register as a statewide vendor in order to receive payment reimbursement. Washington State's Department of Enterprise Services (DES) issues all payments. DES maintains a WQS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 14 of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stonnwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco central vendor file for Washington State agency use to process vendor payments. The RECIPIENT can complete the registration process online at http://des.wa.gov/services/ContractingPurchasing/Business/VendorPay/Pages/default.aspx. This registration process also allows The RECIPIENT to sign up for direct deposit payments, also known as electronic fund transfers (EFT). If The RECIPIENT have questions about the vendor registration process or setting up direct deposit payments contact DES at the Payee Help Desk at (360) 664-7779 or payeehelpdesk@des.wa.gov. E. Equipment Purchase: Equipment not included in the scope of work or a construction plan and specification approval must be pre -approved by ECOLOGY's project manager before purchase. F. Funding Recognition: The RECIPIENT must inform the public about ECOLOGY or any EPA (see Section 3 for Section 319 funded projects or 7 for SRF funded projects) funding participation in this project through the use of project signs, acknowledgement in published materials, reports, the news media, websites, or other public announcements. Projects addressing site-specific locations must utilize appropriately sized and weather -resistant signs. Sign logos are available from ECOLOGY's Financial Manager upon request. G. Growth Management Planning: The RECIPIENT certifies by signing this agreement that it is in compliance with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW, "Growth Management Planning by Selected Counties and Cities." If the status of compliance changes, either through RECIPIENT or legislative action, the RECIPIENT shall notify ECOLOGY in writing of this change within 30 days. H. Interlocal: The RECIPIENT certifies by signing this agreement that all negotiated interlocal agreements necessary for the project are, or shall be, consistent with the terms of this agreement and Chapter 39.34 RCW, "Interlocal Cooperation Act." The RECIPIENT shall submit a copy of each interlocal agreement necessary for the project to ECOLOGY. I. Lobbying and Litigation: Costs incurred for the purposes of lobbying or litigation are not eligible for funding under this agreement. J. Post Project Assessment Survey: The RECIPIENT agrees to participate in a brief survey regarding the key project results or water quality project outcomes and the status of long-term environmental results or goals from the project approximately three years after project completion. A representative from ECOLOGY's Water Quality Program may contact the RECIPIENT to request this data. ECOLOGY may also conduct site interviews and inspections, and may otherwise evaluate the project, as part of this assessment. K. Project Status Evaluation: ECOLOGY may evaluate the status of this project 18 months from the effective date of this agreement. ECOLOGY's Project Manager and Financial Manager will meet with the RECIPIENT to review spending trends, completion of outcome measures, and overall project administration and performance. If the RECIPIENT fails to make satisfactory progress toward achieving project outcomes, ECOLOGY may change the scope of work, reduce grant funds, or increase oversight measures. L. Technical Assistance: Technical assistance for agriculture activities provided under the terms of this agreement will be consistent with the current U.S. Natural Resource Conservation Service ("NRCS") Field Office Technical Guide for Washington State. However, ECOLOGY may accept as eligible technical assistance, proposed practices, or project designs that do not meet these standards if approved in writing by the NRCS and ECOLOGY. SECTION 3: THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO ALL RECIPIENTS OF SFY15-17 CAPACITY GRANTS ECOLOGY shall reimburse eligible project expenses following the schedule below. W QS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page l5 of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco Prior to July 1, 2016: Total reimbursements to the RECIPIENT for eligible project expenses are limited to a maximum $25,000. After July 1, 2016: If funding is available, ECOLOGY will provide written notification via email to the RECIPIENT project manager stating that ECOLOGY may reimburse additional eligible expenses up to the total project eligible cost of $50,000. Eligible project expenses may be incurred at any time between July 1, 2015 and March 31, 2017. If additional funds are not available, total reimbursements for eligible project expenses will be limited to a maximum of $25,000. If the RECIPENT fails to submit two or more consecutive quarterly reports via the EAGL grant management system, ECOLOGY may consider this failure to provide progress reports as non-performance and initiate actions to amend or terminate this agreement. GENERAL FEDERAL CONDITIONS If a portion or all of the funds for this agreement are provided through federal funding sources or this agreement is used to match a federal grant award, the following terms and conditions apply to you. CERTIFICATION REGARDING SUSPENSION DEBARMENT INELIGIBILITY OR VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION: 1. The RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR, by signing this agreement, certifies that it is not suspended, debarred, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible or otherwise excluded from contracting with the federal government, or from receiving contracts paid for with federal funds. If the RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR is unable to certify to the statements contained in the certification, they must provide an explanation as to why they cannot. 2. The RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR shall provide immediate written notice to ECOLOGY if at any time the RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR leams that its certification was erroneous when submitted or had become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances. 3. The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant', person, primary covered transaction, principal, proposal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, have the meaning set out in the Definitions and Coverage sections of rules implementing Executive Order 12549. You may contact the department for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.. 4. The RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR agrees it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under the applicable Code of Federal Regulations, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction. 5. The RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR further agrees by signing this agreement, that it will include this clause titled "CERTIFICATION REGARDING SUSPENSION, DEBARMENT, INELIGIBILITY OR VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION" without modification in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions. 6. Pursuant to 2CFR180.330, the RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR is responsible for ensuring that any lower tier covered transaction complies with certification of suspension and debarment requirements. 7. RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR acknowledges that failing to disclose the information required in the Code of Federal Regulations may result in the delay or negation of this funding agreement, or pursuance of legal remedies, including suspension and debarment. 8. RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR agrees to keep proof in its agreement file, that it, and all lower tier recipients or contractors, are not suspended or debarred, and will make this proof available to ECOLOGY before requests for reimbursements will be approved for payment. RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR must run a search in <h�://www.sam.gov> and print a copy of completed searches to document proof of compliance. WQS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 16 of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco Federal Fundine Accountability And Transparency Act (FFATA) Reporting Requirements, RECIPIENT must complete the FFATA Data Collection Form (ECY 070-395) and return it with the signed agreement to ECOLOGY. Any RECIPIENT that meets each of the criteria below must also report compensation for its five top executives, using FFATA Data Collection Form. Receives more than $25,000 in federal funds under this award; and Receives more than 80 percent of its annual gross revenues from federal funds; and Receives more than $25,000,000 in annual federal funds ECOLOGY will not pay any invoice until it has received a completed and signed FFATA Data Collection Foran. ECOLOGY is required to report the FFATA information for federally funded agreements, including the required DUNS number, at www.fsrs.gov <httl2://www.fsrs.gov> within 30 days of agreement signature. The FFATA information will be available to the public at www.usasi2eiidina.gov <http://www.usasnending.jzov>. For more details on FFATA requirements, see www.fsrs.gov <http7//www.1`srs.gov>. GENERAL TERMS AND 1. ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS a) RECIPIENT shall follow the "Administrative Requirements for Recipients of Ecology Grants and Loans — EAGL Edition". https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/SummaryPages/1401002.html b) RECIPIENT shall complete all activities funded by this Agreement and be fully responsible for the proper management of all funds and resources made available under this Agreement. c) RECIPIENT agrees to take complete responsibility for all actions taken under this Agreement, including ensuring all subgrantees and contractors comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. ECOLOGY reserves the right to request proof of compliance by subgrantees and contractors. d) RECIPIENT's activities under this Agreement shall be subject to the review and approval by ECOLOGY for the extent and character of all work and services. 2. AMENDMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS This Agreement may be altered, amended, or waived only by a written amendment executed by both parties. No subsequent modification(s) or amendment(s) of this Agreement will be of any force or effect unless in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties. ECOLOGY and the RECIPIENT may change their respective staff contacts and administrative information without the concurrence of either party. 3. ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES RECIPIENT shall take reasonable action to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects to archeological or cultural resources. Activities associated with archaeological and cultural resources are an eligible reimbursable cost subject to approval by ECOLOGY. RECIPIENT shall: a) Immediately cease work and notify ECOLOGY if any archeological or cultural resources are found while conducting work under this Agreement. WQS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 17 of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco b) Immediately notify the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation at (360) 586-3064, in the event historical or cultural artifacts are discovered at a work site. c) Comply with Governor Executive Order 05-05, Archaeology and Cultural Resources, for any capital construction projects prior to the start of any work. d) Comply with RCW 27.53, Archaeological Sites and Resources, for any work performed under this Agreement, as applicable. National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) may require the RECIPIENT to obtain a permit pursuant to Chapter 27.53 RCW prior to conducting on-site activity with the potential to impact cultural or historic properties. 4. ASSIGNMENT No right or claim of the RECIPIENT arising under this Agreement shall be transferred or assigned by the RECIPIENT. 5. COMMUNICATION RECIPIENT shall make every effort to maintain effective communications with the RECIPIENT's designees, ECOLOGY, all affected local, state, or federal jurisdictions, and any interested individuals or groups. 6. COMPENSATION a) Any work performed prior to effective date of this Agreement will beat the sole expense and risk of the RECIPIENT. ECOLOGY must sign the Agreement before any payment requests can be submitted. b) Payments will be made on a reimbursable basis for approved and completed work as specified in this Agreement. c) RECIPIENT is responsible to determine if costs are eligible. Any questions regarding eligibility should be clarified with ECOLOGY prior to incurring costs. Costs that are conditionally eligible may require approval by ECOLOGY prior to purchase. d) RECIPIENT shall not invoice more than once per month unless agreed on by ECOLOGY. e) ECOLOGY will not process payment requests without the proper reimbursement forms, Progress Report and supporting documentation. ECOLOGY will provide instructions for submitting payment requests. f) ECOLOGY will pay the RECIPIENT thirty (30) days after receipt of a properly completed request for payment. g) RECIPIENT will receive payment through Washington State Department of Enterprise Services' Statewide Payee Desk. RECIPIENT must register as a payee by submitting a Statewide Payee Registration form and an IRS W-9 form at the website, http://www.des.wa.gov/services/ContractingPurchasingBusiness/VendorPay/Pages/default.aspx. For any questions about the vendor registration process contact the Statewide Payee Help Desk at (360) 407-8180 or email payeehelpdesk@des.wa.gov. h) ECOLOGY may, at its sole discretion, withhold payments claimed by the RECIPIENT if the RECIPIENT fails to satisfactorily comply with any term or condition of this Agreement. i) Monies withheld by ECOLOGY maybe paid to the RECIPIENT when the work described herein, or a portion thereof, has been completed if, at ECOLOGY's sole discretion, such payment is reasonable and approved according to this Agreement, as appropriate, or upon completion of an audit as specified herein. j) RECIPIENT should submit final requests for compensation within thirty (30) days after the expiration date of this Agreement. Failure to comply may result in delayed reimbursement. 7. COMPLIANCE WITH ALL LAWS RECIPIENT agrees to comply fully with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, orders, regulations, and permits related to this Agreement, including but not limited to: a) RECIPIENT agrees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies of the United States and the State of Washington which affect wages and job safety. b) RECIPIENT agrees to be bound by all federal and state laws, regulations, and policies against discrimination. c) RECIPIENT certifies full compliance with all applicable state industrial insurance requirements. d) RECIPIENT agrees to secure and provide assurance to ECOLOGY that all the necessary approvals and permits required by authorities having jurisdiction over the project are obtained. RECIPIENT must include time in their project timeline for the permit and approval processes. W Q S W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP- 15 1 7 -Pasco -00069 Page lS of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco ECOLOGY shall have the right to immediately terminate for cause this Agreement as provided herein if the RECIPIENT fails to comply with above requirements. If any provision of this Agreement violates any statute or rule of law of the state of Washington, it is considered modified to conform to that statute or rule of law. 8. CONFLICT OF INTEREST RECIPIENT and ECOLOGY agree that any officer, member, agent, or employee, who exercises any function or responsibility in the review, approval, or carrying out of this Agreement, shall not have any personal or financial interest, direct or indirect, nor affect the interest of any corporation, partnership, or association in which he/she is a part, in this Agreement or the proceeds thereof. 9. CONTRACTING FOR GOODS AND SERVICES RECIPIENT may contract to buy goods or services related to its performance under this Agreement. RECIPIENT shall award all contracts for construction, purchase of goods, equipment, services, and professional architectural and engineering services through a competitive process, if required by State law. RECIPIENT is required to follow procurement procedures that ensure legal, fair, and open competition. RECIPIENT must have a standard procurement process or follow current state procurement procedures. RECIPIENT may be required to provide written certification that they have followed their standard procurement procedures and applicable state law in awarding contracts under this Agreement. ECOLOGY reserves the right to inspect and request copies of all procurement documentation, and review procurement practices related to this Agreement. Any costs incurred as a result of procurement practices not in compliance with state procurement law or the RECIPIENT's normal procedures may be disallowed at ECOLOGY's sole discretion. 10. DISPUTES When there is a dispute with regard to the extent and character of the work, or any other matter related to this Agreement the determination of ECOLOGY will govern, although the RECIPIENT shall have the right to appeal decisions as provided for below: a) RECIPIENT notifies the funding program of an appeal request. b) Appeal request must be in writing and state the disputed issue(s). c) RECIPIENT has the opportunity to be heard and offer evidence in support of its appeal. d) ECOLOGY reviews the RECIPIENT's appeal. e) ECOLOGY sends a written answer within ten (10) business days, unless more time is needed, after concluding the review. The decision of ECOLOGY from an appeal will be final and conclusive, unless within thirty (30) days from the date of such decision, the RECIPIENT furnishes to the Director of ECOLOGY a written appeal. The decision of the Director or duly authorized representative will be final and conclusive. The parties agree that this dispute process will precede any action in a judicial or quasi-judicial tribunal. Appeals of the Director's decision will be brought in the Superior Court of Thurston County. Review of the Director's decision will not be taken to Environmental and Land Use Hearings Office. Pending final decision of a dispute, the RECIPIENT agrees to proceed diligently with the performance of this Agreement and in accordance with the decision rendered. WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 19 of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco Nothing in this contract will be construed to limit the parties' choice of another mutually acceptable method, in addition to the dispute resolution procedure outlined above. 11. ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS a) RECIPIENTS who collect environmental -monitoring data must provide these data to ECOLOGY using the Environmental Information Management System (EIM). To satisfy this requirement these data must be successfully loaded into EIM, see instructions on the EIM website at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/eim. b) RECIPIENTS are required to follow ECOLOGY's data standards when Geographic Information System (GIS) data are collected and processed. More information and requirements are available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/services/gis/data/standards/standards.htm. RECIPIENTS shall provide copies to ECOLOGY of all final GIS data layers, imagery, related tables, raw data collection files, map products, and all metadata and project documentation. c) RECIPIENTS must prepare a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) when a project involves the collection of environmental measurement data. QAPP is to ensure the consistent application of quality assurance principles to the planning and execution of all activities involved in generating data. RECIPIENTS must follow ECOLOGY's Guidelines for Preparing Quality Assurance Project Plans for Environmental Studies, July 2004 (Ecology Publication No. 04-03-030). ECOLOGY shall review and approve the QAPP prior to start of work. The size, cost, and complexity of the QAPP should be in proportion to the magnitude of the sampling effort. 12. GOVERNING LAW This Agreement will be governed by the laws of the State of Washington, and the venue of any action brought hereunder will be in the Superior Court of Thurston County. 13. INDEMNIFICATION ECOLOGY will in no way be held responsible for payment of salaries, consultant's fees, and other costs related to the project described herein, except as provided in the Scope of Work. To the extent that the Constitution and laws of the State of Washington permit, each party will indemnify and hold the other harmless from and against any liability for any or all injuries to persons or property arising from the negligent act or omission of that party or that party's agents or employees arising out of this Agreement. 14. INDEPENDENT STATUS The employees, volunteers, or agents of each party who are engaged in the performance of this Agreement will continue to be employees, volunteers, or agents of that party and will not for any purpose be employees, volunteers, or agents of the other party. 15. KICKBACKS RECIPIENT is prohibited from inducing by any means any person employed or otherwise involved in this Agreement to give up any part of the compensation to which he/she is otherwise entitled to or receive any fee, commission, or gift in return for award of a subcontract hereunder. 16. MINORITY AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISES (MWBE) RECIPIENT is encouraged to solicit and recruit, to the extent possible, certified minority-owned (MBE) and women -owned (WBE) businesses in purchases and contracts initiated under this Agreement. Contract awards or rejections cannot be made based on MWBE participation; however, the RECIPIENT is encouraged to take the following actions, when possible, in any procurement under this Agreement: a) Include qualified minority and women's businesses on solicitation lists whenever they are potential sources of goods WQS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Agreement No: WQS WCAP-1517•Pasco-00069 Page 20 of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco or services. b) Divide the total requirements, when economically feasible, into smaller tasks or quantities, to permit maximum participation by qualified minority and women's businesses. c) Establish delivery schedules, where work requirements permit, which will encourage participation of qualified minority and women's businesses. d) Use the services and assistance of the Washington State Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (OMWBE) (866-208-1064) and the Office of Minority Business Enterprises of the U.S. Department of Commerce, as appropriate. 17. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE In the event of inconsistency in this Agreement, unless otherwise provided herein, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order: (a) applicable federal and state statutes and regulations; (b) The Agreement; (c) Scope of Work; (d) Special Terms and Conditions; (e) Any provisions or terms incorporated herein by reference, including the "Administrative Requirements for Recipients of Ecology Grants and Loans'; and (f) the General Terms and Conditions. 18. PRESENTATION AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS ECOLOGY reserves the right to approve RECIPIENT's communication documents and materials related to the fulfillment of this Agreement: a) If requested, RECIPIENT shall provide a draft copy to ECOLOGY for review and approval ten (10) business days prior to production and distribution. b) RECIPIENT shall include time for ECOLOGY's review and approval process in their project timeline. c) If requested, RECIPIENT shall provide ECOLOGY two (2) final copies and an electronic copy of any tangible products developed. Copies include any printed materials, and all tangible products developed such as brochures, manuals, pamphlets, videos, audio tapes, CDs, curriculum, posters, media announcements, or gadgets with a message, such as a refrigerator magnet, and any online communications, such as web pages, blogs, and twitter campaigns. If it is not practical to provide a copy, then the RECIPIENT shall provide a description (photographs, drawings, printouts, etc.) that best represents the item. Any communications intended for public distribution that uses ECOLOGY's logo shall comply with ECOLOGY's graphic requirements and any additional requirements specified in this Agreement. Before the use of ECOLOGY's logo contact ECOLOGY for guidelines. RECIPIENT shall acknowledge in the communications that funding was provided by ECOLOGY. 19. PROGRESS REPORTING a) RECIPIENT must satisfactorily demonstrate the timely use of funds by submitting payment requests and progress reports to ECOLOGY. ECOLOGY reserves the right to amend or terminate this Agreement if the RECIPIENT does not document timely use of funds. b) RECIPIENT must submit a progress report with each payment request. Payment requests will not be processed without a progress report. ECOLOGY will define the elements and frequency of progress reports. c) RECIPIENT shall use ECOLOGY's provided progress report format. d) Quarterly progress reports will cover the periods from January 1 through March 31, April 1 through June 30, July 1 through September 30, and October 1 through December 31. Reports shall be submitted within thirty (30) days after the end of the quarter being reported. e) RECIPIENT shall submit the Closeout Report within thirty (30) days of the expiration date of the project, unless an extension has been approved by ECOLOGY. RECIPIENT shall use the ECOLOGY provided closeout report format. W QS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco 20. PROPERTY RIGHTS a) Copyrights and Patents. When the RECIPIENT creates any copyrightable materials or invents any patentable property under this agreement, the RECIPIENT may copyright or patent the same but ECOLOGY retains a royalty free, nonexclusive, and irrevocable license to reproduce, publish, recover, or otherwise use the material(s) or property, and to authorize others to use the same for federal, state, or local government purposes. b) Publications. When the RECIPIENT or persons employed by the RECIPIENT use or publish ECOLOGY information; present papers, lectures, or seminars involving information supplied by ECOLOGY; or use logos, reports, maps, or other data in printed reports, signs, brochures, pamphlets, etc., appropriate credit shall be given to ECOLOGY. c) Presentation and Promotional Materials. ECOLOGY shall have the right to use or reproduce any printed or graphic materials produced in fulfillment of this Agreement, in any manner ECOLOGY deems appropriate. ECOLOGY shall acknowledge the RECIPIENT as the sole copyright owner in every use or reproduction of the materials. d) Tangible Property Rights. ECOLOGY's current edition of "Administrative Requirements for Recipients of Ecology Grants and Loans," shall control the use and disposition of all real and personal property purchased wholly or in part with funds furnished by ECOLOGY in the absence of state and federal statutes, regulations, or policies to the contrary, or upon specific instructions with respect thereto in this Agreement. e) Personal Property Furnished by ECOLOGY. When ECOLOGY provides personal property directly to the RECIPIENT for use in performance of the project, it shall be returned to ECOLOGY prior to final payment by ECOLOGY. If said property is lost, stolen, or damaged while in the RECIPIENT's possession, then ECOLOGY shall be reimbursed in cash or by setoff by the RECIPIENT for the fair market value of such property. f) Acquisition Projects. The following provisions shall apply if the project covered by this Agreement includes funds for the acquisition of land or facilities: a. RECIPIENT shall establish that the cost is fair value and reasonable prior to disbursement of funds provided for in this Agreement. b. RECIPIENT shall provide satisfactory evidence of title or ability to acquire title for each parcel prior to disbursement of funds provided by this Agreement. Such evidence may include title insurance policies, Torrens certificates, or abstracts, and attorney's opinions establishing that the land is free from any impediment, lien, or claim which would impair the uses intended by this Agreement. g) Conversions. Regardless of the agreement expiration date, the RECIPIENT shall not at any time convert any equipment, property, or facility acquired or developed under this Agreement to uses other than those for which assistance was originally approved without prior written approval of ECOLOGY. Such approval may be conditioned upon payment to ECOLOGY of that portion of the proceeds of the sale, lease, or other conversion or encumbrance which monies granted pursuant to this Agreement bear to the total acquisition, purchase, or construction costs of such property. 21. RECORDS, AUDITS, AND INSPECTIONS RECIPIENT shall maintain complete program and financial records relating to this Agreement, including any engineering documentation and field inspection reports of all construction work accomplished. All records shall: a) Be kept in a manner which provides an audit trail for all expenditures. b) Be kept in a common file to facilitate audits and inspections. c) Clearly indicate total receipts and expenditures related to this Agreement. d) Be open for audit or inspection by ECOLOGY, or by any duly authorized audit representative of the State of Washington, for a period of at least three (3) years after the final grant payment or loan repayment, or any dispute resolution hereunder. RECIPIENT shall provide clarification and make necessary adjustments if any audits or inspections identify discrepancies in the records. ECOLOGY reserves the right to audit, or have a designated third party audit, applicable records to ensure that the state WQS W CAP -1517 -Pasco -00069 Page 21 of 24 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 22 of 24 Project Title: 2015.2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco has been properly invoiced. Any remedies and penalties allowed by law to recover monies determined owed will be enforced. Repetitive instances of incorrect invoicing or inadequate records may be considered cause for termination. All work performed under this Agreement and any property and equipment purchased shall be made available to ECOLOGY and to any authorized state, federal or local representative for inspection at any time during the course of this Agreement and for at least three (3) years following grant or loan termination or dispute resolution hereunder. RECIPIENT shall provide right of access to ECOLOGY, or any other authorized representative, at all reasonable times, in order to monitor and evaluate performance, compliance, and any other conditions under this Agreement. 22. RECOVERY OF FUNDS The right of the RECIPIENT to retain monies received as reimbursement payments is contingent upon satisfactory performance of this Agreement and completion of the work described in the Scope of Work. All payments to the RECIPIENT are subject to approval and audit by ECOLOGY, and any unauthorized expenditure(s) or unallowable cost charged to this agreement shall be refunded to ECOLOGY by the RECIPIENT. RECIPIENT shall refund to ECOLOGY the full amount of any erroneous payment or overpayment under this Agreement. RECIPIENT shall refund by check payable to ECOLOGY the amount of any such reduction of payments or repayments within thirty (30) days of a written notice. Interest will accrue at the rate of twelve percent (12%) per year from the time ECOLOGY demands repayment of funds. Any property acquired under this Agreement, at the option of ECOLOGY, may become ECOLOGY's property and the RECIPIENT's liability to repay monies will be reduced by an amount reflecting the fair value of such property. 23. SEVERABILITY If any provision of this Agreement or any provision of any document incorporated by reference shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Agreement which can be given effect without the invalid provision, and to this end the provisions of this Agreement are declared to be severable. 24. STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICYACT (SEPA) RECIPIENT must demonstrate to ECOLOGY's satisfaction that compliance with the requirements of the State Environmental Policy Act (Chapter 43.21C RCW and Chapter 197-11 WAC) have been or will be met. Any reimbursements are subject to this provision. 25. SUSPENSION When in the best interest of ECOLOGY, ECOLOGY may at any time, and without cause, suspend this Agreement or any portion thereof for a temporary period by written notice from ECOLOGY to the RECIPIENT. RECIPIENT shall resume performance on the next business day following the suspension period unless another day is specified by ECOLOGY. 26. SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES In order to sustain Washington's natural resources and ecosystems, the RECIPIENT is fully encouraged to implement sustainable practices and to purchase environmentally preferable products under this Agreement. a) Sustainable practices may include such activities as: use of clean energy, use of double -sided printing, hosting low impact meetings, and setting up recycling and composting programs. b) Purchasing may include such items as: sustainably produced products and services, EPEAT registered computers W QS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stounwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco and imaging equipment, independently certified green cleaning products, remanufactured toner cartridges, products with reduced packaging, office products that are refillable, rechargeable, and recyclable, and 100% post -consumer recycled paper. For more suggestions visit ECOLOGY's web page: Green Purchasing, http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/swfa/epp. 27. TERMINATION a) For Cause ECOLOGY may terminate for cause this Agreement with a seven (7) calendar days prior written notification to the RECIPIENT, at the sole discretion of ECOLOGY, for failing to perform an Agreement requirement or for a material breach of any term or condition. If this Agreement is so terminated, the parties shall be liable only for performance rendered or costs incurred in accordance with the terms of this Agreement prior to the effective date of termination. Failure to Commence Work. ECOLOGY reserves the right to terminate this Agreement if RECIPIENT fails to commence work on the project funded within four (4) months after the effective date of this Agreement, or by any date mutually agreed upon in writing for commencement of work, or the time period defined within the Scope of Work. Non -Performance. The obligation of ECOLOGY to the RECIPIENT is contingent upon satisfactory performance by the RECIPIENT of all of its obligations under this Agreement. In the event the RECIPIENT unjustifiably fails, in the opinion of ECOLOGY, to perform any obligation required of it by this Agreement, ECOLOGY may refuse to pay any further funds, terminate in whole or in part this Agreement, and exercise any other rights under this Agreement. Despite the above, the RECIPIENT shall not be relieved of any liability to ECOLOGY for damages sustained by ECOLOGY and the State of Washington because of any breach of this Agreement by the RECIPIENT. ECOLOGY may withhold payments for the purpose of setoff until such time as the exact amount of damages due ECOLOGY from the RECIPIENT is determined. b) For Convenience ECOLOGY may terminate for convenience this Agreement, in whole or in part, for any reason when it is the best interest of ECOLOGY, with a thirty (30) calendar days prior written notification to the RECIPIENT. If this Agreement is so terminated, the parties shall be liable only for performance rendered or costs incurred in accordance with the terms of this Agreement prior to the effective date of termination. Non -Allocation of Funds. ECOLOGY's ability to make payments is contingent on availability of funding. In the event funding from state, federal or other sources is withdrawn, reduced, or limited in any way after the effective date and prior to the completion or expiration date of this agreement, ECOLOGY, at its sole discretion, may elect to terminate the agreement, in whole or part, or renegotiate the agreement, subject to new funding limitations or conditions. ECOLOGY may also elect to suspend performance of the agreement until ECOLOGY determines the funding insufficiency is resolved. ECOLOGY may exercise any of these options with no notification or restrictions. If payments have been discontinued by ECOLOGY due to unavailable funds, the RECIPIENT shall not be obligated to repay monies which had been paid to the RECIPIENT prior to such termination. RECIPIENT's obligation to continue or complete the work described in this Agreement shall be contingent upon availability of funds by the RECIPIENT's governing body. c) By Mutual Agreement ECOLOGY and the RECIPIENT may terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part, at any time, by mutual written agreement. W QS W CAP -1517 -Pas co -00069 Page 23 of 24 Agreement No: WQSWCAP-1517-Pasco-00069 Page 24 of 24 Project Title: 2015-2017 Biennial Stormwater Capacity Grants Recipient Name: City of Pasco d) In Event of Termination All finished or unfinished documents, data studies, surveys, drawings, maps, models, photographs, reports or other materials prepared by the RECIPIENT under this Agreement, at the option of ECOLOGY, will become property of ECOLOGY and the RECIPIENT shall be entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for any satisfactory work completed on such documents and other materials. Nothing contained herein shall preclude ECOLOGY from demanding repayment of all funds paid to the RECIPIENT in accordance with Recovery of Funds, identified herein. 28. THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARY RECIPIENT shall ensure that in all subcontracts entered into by the RECIPIENT pursuant to this Agreement, the state of Washington is named as an express third party beneficiary of such subcontracts with full rights as such. 29. WAIVER Waiver of a default or breach of any provision of this Agreement is not a waiver of any subsequent default or breach, and will not be construed as a modification of the terms of this Agreement unless stated as such in writing by the authorized representative of ECOLOGY. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS LAST UPDATED 12/25/2015 WQS WCAP-1517-Pasco-00069