Page 189 - Microsoft Word - FY 2020 Adopted Budget Document

Enterprise Funds

STORM WATER UTILITY: Mindy Carmichael, Director

Department Narrative At A Glance

The Stormwater Division is responsible for  32 Authorized Positions
the City’s stormwater conveyance systems  Budget Break Down
and protection of the surface water quality in Personnel Services $2,879,889
the City of Arlington. The mission of the Operating Expenses 5,757,638
division is reducing the potential for Capital Outlay 320,000
stormwater damage to public health, safety, Total $8,957,527
life, property, and the environment. Programs
associated with achieving this mission Goals and Objectives
include:
 Goal: Mitigate Flood Risks and Protect Stormwater
 Floodplain management and watershed Infrastructure
planning to identify flood risks and o Objective: Plan and Implement Stormwater Projects
preserve and enhance aquatic and o Objective: Complete Watershed Studies for Each
riparian environments; Watershed within the City
 Planning and implementation of flood
mitigation projects; Budget Highlights
 Inspection and maintenance of the
stormwater conveyance system;  New Stormwater Engineering Technician $70,526
 Protection of water quality from sediment  Increased recurring funding for Payment in Lieu of Taxes
and pollutants; and $618,122
 Outreach to the public related to flooding
and water quality.

Revenue for this fund is generated through
the Stormwater Utility Fee which is paid by
owners of commercial and residential
property through the City’s water utility billing.
Grants and revenue bonds may also be used
to fund the Stormwater Capital Program.

City‐wide Budget Impacts

FY 2020 expenditures are impacted by a 2% across-the-board compensation adjustment effective April 2020.

Scorecard
Storm Water Utility Fund FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2020
Key Measures Actual Actual Estimate Target
Percent of 11,706 storm drainage inlets inspected 100% 99% 100% 100%
Percent of 360 concrete channels inspected 88% 121% 100% 100%

2020 Adopted Budget and Business Plan 176 City of Arlington, Texas