HomeMy WebLinkAboutMO #3049MUNICIPAL ORDER NO. 3049
A MUNICIPAL ORDER AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO XYLEM DEWATERING
SOLUTIONS, INC., FOR EMERGENCY PUMP RENTAL IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,232.04,
DURING THE APRIL 2025 FLOOD
WHEREAS, on April 2, 2025, Governor Andy Beshear declared a State of
Emergency for Kentucky due to severe weather risks, particularly in western Kentucky,
including Paducah; and
WHEREAS, on April 3, 2025, the National Weather Service forecast the Ohio
River in Paducah to crest at 47 feet and rising, prompting flood risk concerns and preparations to
acquire temporary pumps to support the drainage system; and
WHEREAS, on April 4, 2025, Mayor George Bray declared a Local State of
Emergency in response to a revised river forecast of 50.5 feet, authorizing protective measures
and a non-competitive rental agreement with Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc. for temporary
pumps at seven levee locations; and
WHEREAS, due to urgency and delivery lead times, the City immediately
contracted Xylem to ship and install the pumps at a cost of $45,232.04, with anticipated FEMA
reimbursement for most or all expenses.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED BY THE CITY OF PADUCAH,
KENTUCKY:
SECTION 1. The City of Paducah authorizes payment to Xylem Dewatering
Solutions, Inc., in the amount of $45,232.04.
SECTION 2. This expense shall be paid from the Flood 2025 Project Account
Number FW0019.
SECTION 3. This Order shall be in full force =ray,
daft the date
of its adoption.
ATTE T:
mdsay Parish, 6ity Clerk
Adopted by the Board of Commissioners, May 27, 2025
Recorded by Lindsay Parish, City Clerk, May 27, 2025
MOTayment to Xylem — pump rental — Flood 2025