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Non-binding Letter of Intent for the potential transfer of the County’s Bear Creek Wastewater System to the City of Saint Petersburg.
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Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Approval and execution by the County Administrator of the non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) for the potential transfer of the County’s Bear Creek Wastewater System (BCWS) to the City of Saint Petersburg (City).
• LOI is to acknowledge County’s interest and intent to transfer its BCWS to City.
• Executed LOI allows City and County to conduct associated due diligence within three hundred sixty-five (365) days after execution.
• Due diligence process includes analysis of existing documentation relating to financials, system operations, and capital improvements of BCWS.
• No cost associated with LOI.
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Strategic Priorities:
Resilient Infrastructure and Environment
1.6 Ensure sustainable water management.
Healthy and Safe Communities
2.1 Improve public health.
Summary:
The LOI intends to clarify factors seen as relevant to the potential transfer of the BCWS to the City and provides formal confirmation of the County’s intention to take steps necessary to evaluate and complete the transfer. The LOI will allow the City to conduct associated due diligence within 365 days of executing the LOI. The due diligence process includes an analysis of existing documentation relating to financials, system operations, and capital improvements of the BCWS.
Background/Explanation:
In April 2026, the County had a meeting with the City to discuss the renewal of the wastewater wholesale agreement for the BCWS and possible acquisition by the City. The BCWS has an estimated total of 81,582 linear feet of gravity mains, 22,000 linear feet of pressurized mains, 449 manholes, and 1,366 connections. The City will thoroughly analyze the BCWS to determine its condition and potential for transfer.
Fiscal Impact:
N/A
Delegated Authority:
Authority for the County Administrator to sign this letter is granted under Code Section 2-62 (a)(5).
Staff Member Responsible:
Jeremy Waugh, Director, Utilities
Partners:
City of Saint Petersburg
Attachments:
LOI