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Home My WebLink AboutResolution 26-062-CCGRANT COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA MEETING REQUEST FORM (Must be submitted to the Clerk of the Board by 12:00pm on Thursday) REQUESTING DEPARTMENT: BOCC REQUEST SUBMITTED BY: K Stockton CONTACT PERSON ATTENDING ROUNDTABLE: KBffl@ Stockton CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: ❑YES BNO DATE. 8/14/2026 PHONE:2937 - ❑Agreement / Contract ❑AP Vouchers ❑Appointment / Reappointment ❑ARPA Related ❑Bids / RFPs / Quotes Award ❑ Bid Opening Scheduled ❑ Boards / Committees ❑ Budget []Computer Related ❑ County Code ❑ Emergency Purchase ❑ Employee Rel. ❑ Facilities Related ❑ Financial ❑ Funds ❑ Hearing ❑ Invoices / Purchase Orders 8 Grants — Fed/State/County ❑ Leases ❑ MOA / MOU ❑ Minutes ❑ Ordinances ❑ Out of State Travel ❑ Petty Cash ❑ Policies ❑ Proclamations ❑ Request for Purchase ❑ Resolution ❑ Recommendation ❑ Professional Serv/Consultant ❑ Support Letter ❑ Surplus Req. ❑Tax Levies ❑Thank You's ❑Tax Title Property ❑WSLCB Approval/Resolution for Q2 recommendation from EDC on the Strategic Infrastructure Program(SIP) 2026-05 Ephrata 100 Year Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP), total request of funding is $112,500. If necessary, was this document reviewed by accounting? ❑ YES ❑ NO R N/A If necessary, was this document reviewed by legal? ❑ YES ❑ NO 0 N/A ON Z 5-1 DATE OF ACTION: 2- DEFERRED OR CONTINUED TO: WITHDRAWN: APPROVE: DENIED ABSTAIN D1.- D2: D3: 4/23/24 . Outlook Fw: Ephrata Flood Mitigation Plan - Updated SIP Support Application - All Attachments From Brant Mayo <brant@grantedc.com> Date Wed 7/1 /2026 9:16 AM To Karrie S. Stockton <kstockton@grantcountywa.gov> 0 1 attachment (4 MB) EPHRATA FLOOD PLAN - SIP FUNDING REQUEST 6-9-2026 UPDATE.pdf; **EXTERNAL EMAIL* This email originated from outside Grant County's network. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Ka rri e- The SIP committee reviewed the City of Ephrata's original SIP application in early May. The committee urged the city to get an actual 3rd party quote for the work that needs to be done and not us e old data to estimate the price. The city updated the project, and the SIP committee has voted (thru email) to unanimously recommend full grant funding for this program. Thank you and let me know if you have any questions. Brant Mayo, CEcD Executive Director Grant County Economic Development Council 406 W Broadway, Suite A I Moses Lake, WA 98837 509.764.6579 (P) 1509.761.8187 (C) grantedc.com E1 AftGrant County uoww" oev&pmertt cwWi Fund 113 Balance as of: July 30, 2026 .s... .._..nv_.iF.f ..-•.�. .....�.t. .y....si.-.".,.i...<.s:--.:.-,...._.... .,,...i.G,��,� .w.,,s�,:/ .....-c ..-,...:-_". /.... tiy:,...�,-.u,.��...� .y ,..____„w ./,�,_. ,�,.-...." July 30, 2026 Balance $ 5,163,785.16 Plus: General Rec. (Sales Tax Revenues) $ 145,080.16 Total Receipts $ 145,080.16 Less: EDC $ 22,500.00 2025-03 MCKAY HEALTHCARE, KITCHEN EXPANSION $ 30,838.25 2026-03 MCKAY HEALTHCARE, COMMUNITY CENTER EXPANSION CONT'D $ 22,600.00 Total Disbursements $ 75,938.25 New Cash July 30, 2026 Balance $ 5,232,927.07 /•.__ max. _. .,._. . .- 1 _.._ _ _. Y. _ �. _ .. -,... __ .. '-. .. _/ /. _: ... _,. _ ,. _ -. i>" . /, ."_ .. i_r .. sue.. . ._... ., . _.cam ,.✓. i/r - _c rF. -- - / .iii __,:i_.ii.aN.., n.,.nv/i. //.///.i//% /ii /%/�� % � .. i . J _i /i : _ rl . .r G ■y�■ E (j7A S /////�-G/� �%.L �T-...E"i//.r..Gi..i.., juua- /-.i✓._iiv� . ....v/iY .:3-f-'�i�:,ciis/wi%��1-'�.y�%%C/��%%�-G/iscc.�� iw...n-.tea :f �iy: '-iC-in..-si �i ..jiG"?i ��.yi.;//%//�//_G��/%�I��%�%�%//.✓//u- Project Amount Committed Project # Date Approved Project EDC EDC $ 60,000.00 $ 60,000.00 $ 2020-02 August 18, 2020 City of Coulee City - Rodeo Ground Improvements 105,000.00 57,500.00 $ 47,500.00 GC Port #8, Warden - Ph. 2 Rail & Road 2021-04 May 18, 2021 Infrastructure Expansion Proj. - Grant 175,000.00 149,475.00 $ 25,525.00 2022-04 December 6, 2022 Port of Royal Slope - Install Well #3 268,800.00 - $ 268,800.00 2023-02 May 15, 2023 GC Port 10 - Moses Lake 500,000.00 - $ 500,000.00 2023-04 August 11, 2023 City of Quincy - Water Mgmt & Recycling Feasibility Study 325,000.00 - $ 325,000.00 2024-02 August 20, 2024 Port District 8,Warden Truck Access/Bypass 100,000.00 - $ 100,000.00 City of Ephrata, Phase 2 Reclaimed Water Pipe 2024-03 August 20, 2024 Project 200,000.00 -$ 200,000.00 2024-04 August 20, 2024 City of George, Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan 200,000.00 139,871.81 $ 60,128.19 2024-06 December 10, 2024 Port District 8, Warden Truck Access/Bypass (1&2) 100,000.00 - $ 1003000.00 2025-02 October 14, 2025 City of ML Yonezawa Intersection Project 375,000.00 $ 375,000.00 2025-03 December 30, 2025 McKay Healthcare, Kitchen Expansion 201,546.00 99,211.94 $ 1023334.06 2025-04 December 30, 2025 Beverly Water District, New Reservoir 450,000.00 $ 450,000.00 2026-01 March 24, 2026 Port of Royal Slope - Transloading/Driveway Project 100,000.00 $ 1003000.00 2026-02 March 24, 2026 City of Royal City - Lions Park Expansion 100,000.00 $ 1009000.00 2026-03 March 24, 2026 McKay - Community Care Center Expansion Cont'd 319,500.00 45,750.00 $ 273,750.00 2026 04 March 24, 2026 Port of Moses Lake W20 Expansion Plan .r_. _.�..........._:._..... . _.:„_....�,. ,.-:_�.,_�:.:.___,-_-.;._:: ..:. ..:_.._.. ....... ..... �,.... .__... ... s.i..... � _.-,..... _,/..�...r-. r,.:, .,,..,..-.._,._... _.. ,.,.:/' ..-...: 500,000.00 ...-,ems'. .�±ar+-gin--....._is ii.. asi-. :. ii..... -..�. >r--...-....-..,..,.,....-•..._._.,.____'_______.._.._......... 50 00.0 ....-..-.-. 410793846.00 506,058.75 $ 3,528,037.25 Available Balance 11704,889.82 Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application Eligibility Requirements The Strategic Infrastructure Program fund is available because of a state program authorized by the legislature in 1997 (RCW 82.14.370). The legislature has established eligibility requirements for using these funds: FIRST: Funds can only be used to finance "public facilities" such as "bridges, roads, domestic and industrial water facilities, sanitary sewer facilities, earth stabilization, storm sewer facilities, railroads, electrical facilities, natural gas facilities, research, testing, training, and incubation facilities in innovation partnership zones designated under RCW 43.330.270, buildings, structures, telecommunications infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, or commercial infrastructure, and port facilities in the state of Washington." RCW 82.14.370(3) (c)(i). YES. The existing Ephrata Flood Diversion Channel is an important public facility for the City of Ephrata. A Flood Hazard litigation Plan (FHMP) is needed to start the process to remove the Special Flood Hazard Area from 533 Acres of downtown properties (see attached map). SECOND: The public facility must also serve "economic development purposes," which is defined as "those purposes which facilitate the creation or retention of businesses and jobs in a county." RCW 82.14.370(3)(a), (c)(ii). YES. There is a massive economic benefit to the removal of 533-Acres of Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) designation from downtown Ephrata (see attached map). THIRD: Finally, to be eligible for funding: "The public facility must be listed as an item in the officially adopted county overall economic development plan, or the economic development section of the county's comprehensive plan, or the comprehensive plan of a city or town located within the county for those counties planning under RCW 36.70A.040. For those counties that do not have an adopted overall economic development plan and do not plan under the growth management act, the public facility must be listed in the county's capital facilities plan or the capital facilities plan of a city or town located within the county." RCW 82.14.370(3)(a). YES. The 2023 Ephrata Comprehensive Plan pages 43 & 44 details the flood area problem. In addition, the Economic Develo2ment Section (page 20) specifically identifies the downtown flood area as a major problem for attracting business, in addition to the cost of flood insurance payments. Eligibility Checklist: 1. Yes L@ No ❑ This request is for a "public facility as described above. 2. Yes CO No ❑ The public facility facilitates the creation or retention of businesses and jobs in Grant Cou nty. 3. Yes ❑ No 9 The public facility is listed as an item in the economic development section of Grant County's comprehensive plan OR Yes 0 No ❑ the public facility is listed as an item in the economic development section of the comprehensive plan of a City or Town located within Grant County. If the answer to all three questions is yes please proceed with the application process. If the answer to any of the three questions is no, the project is not eligible to receive funding from this program. 'Oft __ urant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application Cover Sheet [Date: 03.31.2026 (Updated 06.9-2026) Grant County SIP Number: Applicant: CITY OF EPHRATA Address: 121 ALDER STREET SW Contact Name: CAVE BREN, PE City: EPHRATA Title: PROJECT ENGINEER State., Zip: WA, 98823 Sign u person authorizing submittal: Phone: 509,754.4601 Posifion of person authorizing submittal: Fax: 509,754M12 MAYOR Email: Project Title,.* EPHRATA 100-YR FLOOD HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN (HMP) 11 C Population of the community: 8..915 Total area population served by the project. _1566------ 3 ( -'40% The County is required to report to the State Auditor's. Office the estimated number of businesses and jobs that will be created and/or retained by this project. Retained businesses and jobs means businesses and jobs that will be lost if not for the completion of the project. FL PLAIN REMOVAL How many businesses will be created and/or retained by this project? 30, 30% SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH How many jobs will be created and/or retained by this project? 60+ EXPECTED OVER 10-YEARS What comprehensive plan lists this project as an item in its economic development section? 01 0 Grant County Comprehensive Plan M Comprehensive plan of the city or town of EPIC AT Type of Public Facility: (check all that apply) W Bridge W Road 11 Domestic Water Facility 11 Industrial Water Facility 0 Sanitary Sewer Facility IM Earth Stabilization M Storm Sewer Facilities 13 Railroads 0 Electrical Facilities 0 Natural Gas Facilities E3 Buildings 0 Structures 13 Telecommunications Infrastructure ® Transportation Infrastructure 0 Port Facilities D Commercial Infrastructure Fundingis needed for: (check all that apply) [3 capital facilities costs including acquisition,, construction, rehabilitation, alteration,, expansion,, or improvements of public facilities 13 project specific environmental costs 0 costs of site plan and analysis 13 development and improvement for the public facilities [11 project design, 'Including feasibility and marketing studies and plans, and debt revenue impact analysis 0 land use and permitting costs Total project cost: $ 150,000 (PHASES 1 & 2) -------------- Total SIP request to date for project: $ 112,500 Amount raised to -date: 0 Current SIP Loan Request: $ 0 Current SIP Grant Request., $ 112,500 Previous SIP Loan Request.- $ 0 SIP Grant Request: $ 0 -Previous Is this a phased in Project? Yes M No 0 1 If yes, how many phases? 3 During how many years? 13-YEARS (2-YRS FHMP PHASE.. 1-YR LOMA PHASE, 10-YRSCLOMR PHASE) Project is currently in phase-, I Please complete this form on your tomputer using Microsoft Word. Please email application to: Brant@grantedc.com to: Grant County EDC, 406 W Broadway Ave, Ste A.- Moses Lake, WA 98837; Phone: ,509- 764-6579 Please include attachments and supplemental materials Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application Economic Impact of the Project 1. What economic goals and/or objectives (identified in the comprehensive plan) does this project help the community achieve? The removal of 533-Acres of downtown flood zoning will greatly aid the economic growth of downtown community, as it is a major issue with attracting businesses and/or expanding existing businesses. In addition,, the monthly cost of flood insurance payments for the downtown community would be lifted. Thus there would bean immediate encomic benefit from removing flood insurance payments and a long-term benefit of removing this major impediment to economic growth in the heart of the community. 2. How will this project foster economic growth, development, and address future economic needs? The goal of this project is to remove 533-Acres of downtown flood zoning. The current flood zone is a major impediment to economic growth in the downtown heart of the community. Removal of the flood zone would foster economic grown, attract development, and greatly address future economic needs for the community. 3. How will this project improve local infrastructure capacity? The current Ephrata Flood Diversion Channel Infrastructure currently does not have the capacity to handle the 100-Year Flood. Future Flood Diversion Channel infrastructure improvements include; #1 construct a debris basin, #2 replace the bridge, #3 concrete line the channel, and #4 repair the existing levy walls. These future improvements will greatly improve local flood infrastructure capacity. 4. Will the project result in training or other opportunities for the local workforce? [@Yes 11 No If yes, please describe: The Phase I & 2 work ("v$150,000) will result in workforce training for 4-6 public works and engineering workers. The future Phase 3 Construction work ("`$10,000,000) work will result in workforce training for 15-20 construction field and office staff workers. The large amount of State and Federal grant money coming into the Ephrata community to construct the project will also provide economically related, materials suppliers, and subcontractor workforce training for the community. The future Phase 3 removal of the flood zone work would result in many more workforce training opportunities, over time, as the downtown area grows. 5. Will the project build and/or strengthen strategic alliances or partnerships? ® Yes 0 No If yes, please describe the alliance and/or partnerships: (agencies, volunteers, etc.) Yes. Several agencies will be working together including the City of Ephrata, Grant County, US Bureau of Reclamation., US Army Corps of Engineers, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and WA State Department of Ecology. The City of Ephrata will take the lead for the project and will form a strategic alliance with the other partner agencies to make the project a success. Please email application to: Brant@grantedc.com to: Grant County EDC, 406 W Broadway Ave, Ste A; Moses Lake, WA 98837, Phone: 509-764-6579 Please include attachments and supplemental materials Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application 6. How many full-time, permanent jobs will be created and/or retained as a direct result of this project? a) Retained? 30+ with Floodplain Zone Removal FLOODPLAIN REMOVAL b) Created in 1-3 years? 4-6 with Plan/Map/Design Work 301 SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH c) Additional created in 3-5 years? 15-20 with Construction Work EXPECTED OVER 10-YEARS d) Wage rates for jobs created and/or retained? Phase 1 & 2 Planning, Mapping, and Design: 4-6 Public Works & Consultant .lobs Phase 3 Construction (FUTURE): 15-20 Construction Prevailing Wage, and Future Growth 30+ Commercial Industry Jobs in Downtown Area. 7. What is the size of the population that will benefit from this project? FLOOD ZONE DIRECT BENEFIT: 3,566 (^`40®l of City Total) CITY WIDE INDIRECT BENEFIT: 8,915 Total 8. What quantifiable outcomes are you going to track to measure the success of this project? PHASE 1: FLOOD PLAN PREPARATION - WORK OUTCOMES 0 Outcome #1: Preparation of a 100-Year Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) • Outcome #2: FEMA Approval of Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) Outcome #3: Eligibility for FEMA Non -Emergency Grants to complete the FHMP work PHASE 2: LOMA MAP AMENDMENT -- WORK OUTCOMES * Outcome #1: Use Phase 1 results to submit a FEMA map amendment application 0 Outcome #2: FEMA Approval of LOMA map amendment (Removes ""175-Acres) PHASE 3: (FUTURE PHASE WITH FEMA FUNDING] Please email application to: Brant@grantedc.com to: Grant County EDC, 406 W Broadway Ave, Ste A; Moses Lake, WA 98837; Phone: 509-764-6579 Please include attachments and supplemental materials Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application Project Readiness 1. When did or will you start work on the project? Phase I of the Ephrata Flood Hazard Mitigation Project will begin immediately after the potential SIP grant award. The project will be conducted by the City Project Engineer, Dave Bren, a licensed professional engineer. The City website has a page dedicated to the Ephrata Flood Hazard Mitigation Project (www.ephrata.org/447/Flood-Hazard-Mitigation-Project). The project is currently in the research and grant funding phase. 2. How many months will the work on this project take to complete? (12) Months This phase? The Phase I Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) preparation is expected to take (24) months. The Phase 2 LOMA Map Amendment is expected to take (12) months. This schedule includes a large amount of time for FEMA Approval process of the Flood Plan and LOMA Map Amendment 3. Please describe what steps are necessary to begin this project or this phase if you are proposing a multi- phase project: (Please be specific) PHASE 1 - FLOOD PLAN PREPARATION • Consultant Planning, Mapping, & Design Work • Agency Coordination FEMA, USBR,, ARMY CORPS, WA DOE, COUNTY • Lidar & Orthophoto, Basemapping • Construction Drawings Preparation • Construction Grant Funding Work • Preparation of a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) • FEMA Approval of the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) PHASE 2 - LOMA FLOOD MAP AMENDMENT • Completion of Phase I is necessary for this phase • Use Phase I Results to submit a FEMA Map Amendment (LOMA) • FEMA LOMA Approval to remove -175 Acres (see map #2) PHASE 3 - CLOMR FLOOD MAP REVISION (FUTURE WO • Completion of Phase I & 2 would be necessary for this phase • FEMA Approved CLOMR Flood Construction Project • FEMA Grant Program for (5) Projects over (10) years • Concrete Debris Basin for Permanent Maintenance • Bridge Reconstruction for 100-Year Flood Capacity • Concrete Lining of Channel for 100-Year Flood Capacity • Levy Repairs for 100- Year Flood Capacity • Flood/irrigation Pump Station and Pipe Construction • FEMA CLOMR Approval to remove remaining ow358 Acres (see map #3) Please email application to: Brant@grantedc.com to: Grant County EDC 406 W Broadway Ave, Ste A; Moses Lake., WA 9883 7; Phone: 509-764-6579 Please include attachments and supplemental materials Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application 4. Summarize efforts taken to date in terms of project funding: a) Amount and source of funds? None yet, as there is no FEMA Approved Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) for non - emergency FEMA funds eligibility yet. Hence the SIP funding request is needed to initiate the eligibility process. b) Matching funds? City Council Resolution 26-30 authorizes a 25% ($37,500) in -kind match from the City Streets fund for the project. This authorizes City engineering staff time for the project. c) If conditions are attached to any of these funds, please describe The Phase I & 2 work is estimated to cost $150,000. 75% ($112,500) is estimated for the consultant work and 25% ($37,500) is estimated for the in -kind match work by City engineering staff. (The Consultant Work Proposal provides details for the project scope and fees. The City and Consultant will work closely together throughout the project.) S. What engineering reports and feasibility studies have prepared? a) When? 1973 Army Corps of Engineers Dry Creek Flood Control Report. b) With what recommendations? The Flood Control Report included several options. One of the options was to improve the existing flood diversion channels capacity to provide the full 100-Year flood diversion. unfortunately, the full 100-yearflood diversion was not constructed in 1974. Therefore, the City has remained in a unusual "sheet flog" alluvial fan flood plain, ever since. 6. What permits are necessary for the project? (Please list with approval dates) There are no permits required for the Phase I & 2 work proposed. These phases represent critical FEMA administrative planning, design, and approvals steps. 7. Are there other factors significant to this project that we should be aware of? a) Emergency declarations? NONE b) Regulatory compliance issues? NONE c) Inability to secure alternate funds? The proposed FEMA Approved Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) is needed to make the project eligible for future federal construction Grant funding. In short, the proposed SIP Grant funding will prepare an FHMP, which opens the door, for federal non -emergency grants. d) Other? NONE Please email application to: Brant@grantedc.com to: Grant County EDC, 406 W Broadway Ave, Ste A; Moses Lake., WA 98837; Phone: 509-764-6579 Please include attachments and supplemental materials Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application 8. If your project receives a commitment for an SIP grant or loan, when will you need the funds? The funding needed would be spread out over the expected (24) month project schedule. The first (12) months would be more intensive design and plan preparation work, expected to cost $5000 - $8000 per month. The last (12) months of FEMA approval coordination work is expected to cost $1000 - $2000 per month, as there will be various reviews, updates, presentations, and meetings over longer periods. 9. Identify funds (General Fund, Utility Fund, Property taxes, etc.) that are eligible to repay a SIP loan. The City of Ephrata does not have a fund for a flood utility. In addition, Grant County does not have a flood district set up for the Dry Creek basin. 10. In the context of the local government's overall annual budget, explain the need for SIP assistance. It the applicant has reserve funds or budget reserves, please explain why these funds are not available for the project. The City of Ephrata does not have a fund for a Flood utility. In addition, Grant County does not have a flood district set up for the dry Creek basin. Therefore, there has been no engineering or construction funding for flood management. The 1974 Army Corps of Engineers construction work did not provide a Flood diversion facility that could divert the 100-Fear flood. Therefore, businesses and residents have been paying flood insurance for the (5) decades since. Please email application to: Brant@grantedc.com to: Grant County EDC, 406 W Broadway Ave, Ste A; Moses Lake, WA 98837; Phone: 509-764-6579 Please include attachments and supplemental materials Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application Local and Regional Support & Investment for the Project 1. Are Cities, Port Districts, the County, Schools, or other entities involved in funding the project? The City of Ephrata is taking the funding lead for the administrative phases 1 & 2 of the Flood Hazard Mitigation Project. The future construction phase 3 will likely be largely FEMA grant funded, with match support from other federal, state, and local partners. 2. Are there any regional, State, or Federal funds being used for the project? mo 3. What is the private sector investment in the project? NONE. However it should be noted: The downtown Businesses and Private Property owners have been paying an estimated $250,000+ per year in the national flood insurance program (NFIP). This annual investment is lost to the community, effectively a negative investment. The economic consequences over the past (50+) years of this annual negative investment has been devastating to the Ephrata Community. The project goal is for the Flood Diversion Channel to provide for the 100-year flood diversion, so that the City can be removed from the "sheet -flow alluvial fan"flood .zone. Then the payments to the national flood insurance program can stop. 4. What is the local investment in the project from clubs and other organizations (non -government)? 5. Is there other support or investment in the project not covered above? Please email application to: Brant@grantedc.com to: Grant County EDC, 406 W Broadway Ave, Ste A; Moses Lake, WA 98837, Phone: 509-764-6579 Please include attachments and supplemental materials Grant County Strategic Infrastructure Program Application Attachments 1. Economic Development Section of the Comprehensive Plan listing the public facility PG 43 & 44 Frequently Flooded Areas (2023 Ephrata Comp Plan) PG 19 & 20 Flood Plain Designation Impact (Economic Development Section) 2. Project Budget: Please attach a copy of your complete project budget. Attach or include your specific budget for use of SIP funds. Please list all identified revenue sources and the dollar amounts and list whether they are committed or requested. EXPENSES BUDGET (PHASE • $112,500 CONSULTANT (See Attached Scope and Fee Schedule) • $37,500 CITY ENGINEERING REVENUE SOURCES (PHASE • $112,500 ECD SIP GRANT • $37,500 CITY STREETS FUND (RES 26-30 Authorized) 3. Property Plat, Building Plans: Please attach copies of a property plat with project location clearly shown on the plat. Please attach engineer's drawings or at least a good drawing of the project for committee review. MAP 1— Existing Flood hazard Areas (Phase 1 IJyorl�� MAP 2 — LAMA Map Amendment Removing "'175 Acres (Phase 2 Goal) MAP 3 -- CLOMR Map Revision Removing ^'358 Acres (Future Phase 3 Goal) 4. Letters of support: If applicable please include any letters of support for this project form partners or others entities in the community. See Attached Letters of Support Please email application to: Brant@grantedc.com to: Grant County EDC, 406 W Broadway Ave, Ste A; Moses Lake, WA 98837; Phone: 509-764-6579 Please include attachments and supplemental materials LOMA PROJECT PROPOSED FIRM MAP AMENDMENT UTILIZING LIDAR DATA LIDAR DATA: 2FT CONTOURS GENERATED FROM PUBUCALLY AVAILABLE GRANT YTC 2022 LIDAR DATA. DATUM BASIS HORZ = WA STATE PLANE SOUTH (NAD 83/11) VERT (NAVO 88) 1^j REMAINING (AO) FLOOD ZONE J FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (358 ACRES) (100-YR FLOOD) PROPOSED SHADED (X) FLOOD ZONE FLOOD INSURANCE NOT REQUIRED (175 ACRES) (500-YR FLOOD) ®(A) FLOOD ZONE (NO CHANGE) UNDETERMINED ELEVATION (260 ACRES) (100-YR FLOOD) ,..herr�•+c�y; ;, _ .,+czi,� �. .:.-�..�.--'.-zsrr---'rz r-.. c'o'!,?_ 1 Ic I I 1 I I I / ,a Z!• E . t. �. aago N. /,Joi z d d' - �• f s .„ o IT - 1V , 1 wr WWI IL ►.-.. 'H 1. 1. niw mom w wi 121 AIM 51REFf SM 4' . EP118ATA, WA 98M TEL (5N) 754-401 WWW.UWTA.M 09 OEPNPATA.M c Q 05.12.2026 z z LLj 0 Z Q Z U w � o � Q a Q 3: a Z O w —, W ? u- O H [IfIL U --- - • PROJECT NUMBER: ENGR 25-03 y DESIGNED/DRAWN BY: DCB CHECKED BY: ;,10 DCB� _ ISSUE DATE: 05. 1 2.2026 OF: CLOMR PROJECT - PROPOSED CONDITIONAL MAP REVISIONow FLOOD IMPROVEMENTS REQUIRED 1 r�� .... — .. i 1 .� �. .► �. ' 12.1 relllurA, PATA, SIAEET SW WA MW MIL. 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DESIGNED/DRAWN BY: (533 ACRES) (500-YR FLOOD) U + I ocs l.r' ` CHECKED BY: ftftDCB ®(A) FLOOD ZONE (NO CHANGE) ssuE DATE: � �? • Jyt' �► f 05.13.2026 UNDETERMINED ELEVATION r / „ , �'► 'r•1 c y / ' '- •�Z�.. � • .1 'i�ti 'fir: (260 ACRES) (100-YR FLOOD), j AMENDMENT NO. 18 TO CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES THIS AMENDMENT, made this day, by and between the City of Ephrata, Grant County, Washington, hereinafter referred to as the Agency, and Gray & Osborne, Inc., hereinafter referred to as the Engineer, hereby modifies the Contract for Engineering Services dated (by Agency) July 18, 2019, for General Engineering Services. Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan. and Letter of Map Amendment See attached Exhibits A and B for scope and fee. For a not -to -exceed cost of $112,500. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed, or cause to be executed by their duly authorized officials, this AMENDMENT to the Contract for Engineering Services in duplicate on the respective dates indicated below. GRAY & OSBORNE, INC. 10 (Signature) CITY OF EPHRATA Name: Michael B. Johnson, P.E., President Name: GRAY & OSBORNE, INC. Date: Date: "Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" (Signature) (Print) (May 27,2026) Page 1 of 11 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF WORK CITY OF EPHRATA FLOOD HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN AND LETTER OF MAP AMENDMENT BACKGROUND The City of Ephrata (herein referred to as City) has requested the services of Gray & Osborne to assist with a flood mitigation project. As stated on the City's website, the Flood Mitigation Project (IMP) consists of three phases: Phase 1. Prepare a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)-approved local Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) Phase 2. Develop a Letter of Map Amendment (COMA) to be approved by FEMA for immediate use while waiting for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) to be updated Phase 3. Develop a Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) that will be used to revise the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for the City of Ephrata. The CLOMR will be developed following the FEMA-approved construction plan for the improvement of the existing flood diversion channel. The CLOMR will be needed for the approval of the flood control construction work. Following the completion of all three phases, five capital improvement projects will be planned for construction after which the City will be able to apply to FEMA for the redesignation of the AO Flood Zone. The City has requested Gray & Osborne's services to assist with Phase I and Phase 2 of the IMP. Phase I consists of three steps that include: Step 1. Develop a draft FHMP. The FHMP would utilize the 1972 Army Corps Plan to divert the 1 00-year flood around the City in the existing flood channel. Step 2. Submit the City's draft FHMP to the Disaster Resilience Unit of Washington Emergency Management Division for review. The review comments will be used to improve and prepare the FHMP for a review by FEMA. Step 3. Submit the updated City's FHMP to FEMA Region 10 for review. The comments will be used to improve and prepare a final plan for approval by FEMA. (May 27,2026) Page 2 of 11 Phase 2, which is the development of the LOMA, consists of three steps: Step 1. Led by the City Project Engineer, develop a draft LOMA application for submittal to FEMA for their review. Utilize the FHMP flood mapping results (generated using high -resolution LiDAR data) in the LOMA application. Step 2. The City Project Engineer shall coordinate any updates that are needed to the LOMA based on the comments received by FEMA Step 3. Once FEMA approves the LOMA, it will be utilized immediately, while the FIRM update will occur later in the future. In 1972, the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE) preliminary engineering design of the existing Flood Diversion Channel included a concrete lining in order to improve the conveyance efficiency of the I 00-year flood event. However, the construction of the channel in 1974 did not include concrete lining. Lining the channel in addition to four other capital improvements should improve the conveyance of the I 00-yearr flood. Following improvement to the I 00-year flood conveyance system, the City may apply for a CLOMR to remove the 533-acre Sheet Flow Floodplain Zone (AO Zone) in the downtown area of Ephrata. Gray & Osborne proposes to assist the City with the completion of Phase I and Phase 2 by completing the following seven tasks: I Project Management and Administration 2. Existing Information Acquisition 3. Data Analysis and Modeling (including Hydrologic and Hydraulic) 4. Conceptual Design Development 5. FHMA Report Development 6. Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QAQC) 7. LOMA Coordination with City SCOPE OF WORK Task I — Project Management and Administration Objective: Provide overall project management, coordination, and oversight of the FHMP and LOMA technical work by the Principal in Charge and senior staff members. Overall project management and oversight services shall include: A. Scope of work kick-off meeting. (May 27, 2026) Page 3 of 11 B. Stakeholder coordination meetings with City staff and supporting agencies. C. Schedule tracking. D. Budget monitoring. E. Coordination of technical tasks. F. Coordination with the City Project Engineer regarding requirements, assumptions, and technical analyses, and deliverables related to: 1. FHMP 2. LONIA G. Preparation of meeting summaries, action item lists, and project coordination documentation. 0 Invoices with project status. Task 2 — Existing Information Acquisition Objective: Acquire and review previous floodplain mapping, GIS data, historical studies, and supporting technical data necessary to complete the FHMP and associated hydrologic and hydraulic analyses. A. Acquire effective FENIA flood hazard models and data, mapping, Flood Insurance Studies (FIS), and available FEMA supporting documentation, and previous flood mitigation studies. B. Acquire the most recent high -resolution topographic data (i.e., LiDAR). C. Acquire and review existing stormwater infrastructure data and information (and model results if available) from the City. D. Acquire available GIS/LiDAR data that are relevant to this project. E. Acquire and review precipitation data that are available in the vicinity of the project area. F. Acquire and review relevant as -built plans including but not limited to the 1972 USAGE flood control engineering plans. (May 27,2026) Page 4 of 11 G. Review City -provided drainage basin delineations, hydraulic information, bridge and culvert data, and available historical flood information. H. Conduct limited field reconnaissance to verify existing stormwater infrastructure and natural landscape runoff features, flood diversion channel conditions, and constraints, as well as other features. Task 3 —Data Analysis and Modeling (Including Hydrologic and Hydraulic) Objective: Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses necessary to evaluate current flood risks, support mitigation planning, and develop technical documentation for FEMA coordination and LOMA support. A. Hydrologic Analysis and Modeling 1. Conduct a flood frequency analysis for the study area. The flood frequency results will include a I 00-year streamflow rate that will be used in subsequent hydraulic modeling and analyses. Use appropriate rainfall -runoff modeling software for conducting the flood frequency analysis. Several factors including available data, existing infrastructure, and the extent of the study area will determine which modeling software to use for this analysis. 2. Review drainage basin characteristics, watershed boundaries provided by the City, runoff assumptions, and available precipitation data. 3. Describe hydrologic model technical approach (including methods, input parameters, and assumptions) and results for inclusion in the FHMP and the LOMA documentation. B. Hydraulic Modeling and Analysis 1. Develop a hydraulic model for the study area using HEC-RAS software in order to identify existing flood hazard risks to the City. Use the most recently acquired high -resolution topographic data i.e., LiDAR as the geometry for the HEC-RAS model. Depending on the infrastructure that exists in the study area, additional modeling software such as XPSWMM may be used in addition to or as a substitute for HEC-RAS. 2. Compare the updated HEC-RAS model results with FEMA's effective FIRM that was developed using historic topographic data and flood frequency results. (May 27,2026) Page 5 of 11 3. The hydraulic model results will be used to support Phase 2 of the City's FMP, i.e., LOMA development. 4. Conduct a qualitative calibration and validation of the model, which may include limited field reconnaissance. 5. Prepare floodplain mapping exhibits (including maps and figures) and technical documentation to support FEMA review and coordination as well as LOMA review and coordination. 6. Prepare a technical memorandum summarizing our hydraulic model(s) technical approach (including methods, input parameters, and assumptions) and results for inclusion in the FHMP and the LOMA documentation. nelivernhle'q • Written summary of the hydrologic modeling and analyses, which may include plots and/or tables. • Written summary of hydraulic modeling and analyses, which may include plots and/or tables. Floodplain mapping exhibits (including maps and figures) and technical documentation to support FEMA review and coordination as well as LOMA review and coordination. • Digital files of the hydrologic modeling and analyses. • Digital files of the hydraulic modeling and analyses. Task 4 — Conceptual Design Development Objective: Develop and evaluate conceptual flood mitigation improvements associated with the historic USAGE flood diversion system. Conceptual alternatives will be developed utilizing available hydraulic modeling results, existing site constraints, and applicable FEMA and industry design guidance. A. Describe conceptual design associated with the 1972 USACE flood diversion plan. Basic conceptual plans with basic alignments will be prepared based on the 1972 plans, including: 1. Debris basin and flood gauge weir improvements. 2. Preliminary bridge box culvert sizing evaluations. (May 27, 2026) Page 6 of 11 3. Three -sided box 'culvert channel lining concepts. 4. Levee repair and stabilization concepts. 5. Flood/irrigation pump station and pipeline siting concepts. B. Develop a planning -level cost estimate for each design. C. Summarize assumptions, limitations, and anticipated future design considerations associated with each conceptual alternative. ni-livp.rnliliap, • Pdf copies of the drawing of each conceptual design. • Pdf copies of planning level cost estimate for each conceptual design. Task 5 — FNMA Report Development Objective: Develop a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) that shall comply with FEMA standards with the goal of acquiring FEMA's approval. A FEMA- approved FHMP is required for eligibility for FEMA's pre/non-emergency Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIO) grants. The City's FHMP may include the following chapters as stated in FEMA's Local Mitigation Planning Handbook (2025): • Introduction Background, and Purpose; • Planning Team Overview; • Outreach Strategy; • Risk Assessment; • Community Capabilities Review; • Mitigation Strategy; • Plan for Future FHMP Updates; • Appendices (including, but not limited to, H&H technical approaches and results). A. Two versions of the FHMP shall be completed. A draft version shall be provided to the City and stakeholders for review and comment. Following the incorporation of feedback from reviews of the draft version, a final version will be completed. In close coordination with the City, Gray and Osborne will develop the FHMP report by completing the following tasks: 1. Develop an outline for the FHMP. The outline shall be developed with guidance from the FEMA's State hazard Mitigation Officer. (May 27, 2 026) Page 7 of 11 2. Develop a draft FHMP report with an organization that likely includes a similar list of chapters listed above. 3. Submit draft FHMP report to the City as well as Disaster Resilience Unit of Washington Emergency Management Division and FEMA Region 10. 4. Incorporate feedback from reviews by City and internal QA/QC reviews. 5. Incorporate feedback from agency review including review by the Disaster Resilience Unit of Washington Emergency Management Division and FEMA Region 10. 6. Develop a final FHMP report for final approval by FEMA. 'D e, I i v e, rn h I P_v, • Pdf copy of a draft FHMP report, which includes a narrative, figures, tables, and appendices. • Pdf copy of a final FHMP report, which includes a narrative, figures, tables, and appendices. Task 6 — Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Objective: Oversee internal Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews of the FHMP. The meetings shall include senior project staff, selected team members, and City staff (as required and/or desired). A QA/QC meeting shall take place during the development of the draft FHMP as well as the final FHMP. Review shall include all of the components of FHMP including but not limited to the written descriptions, results from technical analyses, and figures. Gray and Osborne shall ensure incorporation of relevant recommendations and suggestions from the QA/QC review into the final permit -ready design. A. Conduct two QA/QC reviews of the FHMP: 1. Conduct QA/QC review prior to the completion of the draft submittal. 2. Conduct QA/QC review prior to the completion of the final submittal. (May 27, 2026) Page 8 of I I Task 7 — LOMA Coordination with City Objective: Provide technical support to the City during preparation and review of the LOMA application. A. Provide technical support to the City Project Engineer during development of the LOMA application. B. Prepare supporting technical exhibits, mapping, and model results for incorporation into the LOMA documentation. C. Support City coordination with FEMA regarding technical comments and requested revisions. D. Assist the City with preparation of revised analyses requested during FEMA review. SCHEDULE AND MILESTONES Gray & Osborne proposes the following schedule as outlined by delivery- milestones: Milestone'- Proposed Ti fr me ameand - Number.,., Deliverable/Receivable... Estimated Date I Notice to Proceed Estimated August 2026 2 Existing Information Acquisition August 2026 to December 2026 3 Data Analysis and Modeling (including Hydrologic and Hydraulic) October 2026 to March 2027 4 Conceptual Design Development January 2027 to June 2027 5 FHMA Report Development January 2027 to July 2027 6 LOMA Coordination with City Jul 2027 to November 2027 111 1 Do Ru of ORION Gray & Osborne will submit the following files to the City of Ephrata: 0 Pdf copy of draft FHMP and final FHMP. 0 Pdf copy of conceptual design drawings. • Pdf copy of conceptual design cost estimates. 9 Pdf copy of hydrologic and hydraulic model technical memorandum. • Floodplain mapping exhibits and supporting figures. • Digital files of the hydrologic modeling and analyses. (May 27,2026) Page 9 of 11 • Digital files of the hydraulic modeling and analyses. • Gray & Osborne will provide the City with electronic drawings, reports, models, and supporting documentation in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word and Excel formats as requested. ASSUMPTIONS This scope of work and the resulting maximum amount, payable is based on the following assumptions as required for the development of the project. I . The City of Ephrata will act as the lead for all agency coordination. 2. The City of Ephrata will provide the Part 107 UAS mapping as part of their project match. 3. The City of Ephrata will provide LIDAR contours and preliminary basins for the flood zone mapping effort. 4. The City of Ephrata will act as the lead for the FHMP and LOMA applications. 5. All analysis that requires topography will use available LiDAR data and will not require consultant topographic surveying. 6. No subconsultants, are anticipated for this project. 7. This scope assumes up to two review cycles by the City, stakeholders, and Washington Emergency Management Division, and FEMA Region 10 for draft deliverables. S. The City of Ephrata will provide timely review of project submittals and technical deliverables. 9. Final construction plans, permitting, and bid -ready documents are not included unless specifically authorized by amendment. 10. Consultant obligations related to public outreach and meeting coordination is limited to that described in this scope. 11. Fieldwork is cursory and limited to this scope. 12. The City of Ephrata will provide landowner permission for access to property, if needed. (May 27, 2026) Page 10 of 11 EXHIBIT B ENGINEERING SERVICES SCOPE AND ESTIMATED COST CITY OF EPHRATA - FLOOD HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN AND LETTER OF MAP AMENDMENT Tasks Principal -In- Charge Hours Project Manager Hours Project Engineer Hours Civil Eng. Hours Environmental Specialist Hours AutoCAD Technician 1 Project Management and Administration 8 12 8 2 Existing Information Acquisition 4 32 24 4 3 Data Analysis and Modeling 2 8 60 48 4 4 Conceptual Design Development 8 18 20 4 60 5 FHMP Report Development 8 20 148 8 6 Quality Assurance and Quality Control 4 8 12 12 7 LOMA Coordination with City 4 8 20 20 Hour Estimate: 18 56 170 272 20 60 Fully Burdened .Billing Rate Range:* $180 to $283 $165 to $283 $155 to $220 $145 to $195 $105 to $190 $75 to $198 Estimated Fully Burdened Billing Rate:* $250 $245 $210 $165 $160 $150 Fully Burdened Labor Cost: $4,500 $13,720 $35,700 $443880 $3,200 $91,000 Total Fully Burdened Labor Cost: $ 111,000 Direct Non -Salary Cost: Mileage & Expenses (Mileage @ current IRS rate) $ 1,000 Printing $ 500 TOTAL ESTIMATED COST: 112,500 * Actual labor cost will be based on each employee's actual rate. Estimated rates are for determining total estimated cost only. Fully burdened billing rates include direct salary cost, overhead, and profit. (May 27, 2026) Page 11 of 11 RESOLUTION 2b-030 Authorization for Strategic Infrastructure Program (SIP) Grant Application Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan Development WHEREAS, the existing Ephrata Flood Diversion Channel is a critical public facility for the City of Ephrata. The channel needs to be improved to fully protect the City from floods. WHEREAS, the 2023 Ephrata Comprehensive Plan identifies the special flood hazard area impacting 533-Acres of downtown properties on pages 20, 43, & 44 including attracting business, building construction, building remodeling, and cost of flood insurance. WHEREAS, the City does not have a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) and this plan is needed to make the City eligible for FEMA non -disaster flood mitigation grants. WHEREAS, a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) would complete the 1972 Army Corps of Engineers flood design and identify grant funding options to construct the needed flood improvements, over several phases. WHEREAS, City staff met with the Economic Development Council (EDC) grant committee and received comments on a potential Strategic Infrastructure Program (SIP) grant. Comments included a grant match by the City and a detailed scope of work from a consulting engineer. WHEREAS, the preparation of a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (FHMP) is estimated to cost $150,000. The 25% grant match ($37,500} would come from the City Street Fund in 2027, as in - kind City engineering staff work on the project. The 75% grant funding ($112,50fl} would provide for the consultant costs. WHEREAS, the City Staff is ready submit the EDC SIP grant application; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF EPHRATA, WASHINGTON, as follows: The City Council authorizes the Mayor and City Staff to submit the grant application. Effective Date This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. Page 1 of 2 ADOPTED this 3dDay of June, 2026, by the City Council of Ephrata. Robert Miller CITY CLERK Steve Oliver MAYOR Page 2 of 2 3 0 N V 1 -1 -1 %-i;f r::) S -O4w N. 0 4- Frequently Flooded Areas Frequently flooded areas are areas that are subject to a one percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year as identified by the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA). The City of Ephrata designates frequently flooded areas as those identified as Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA) by the Flood Insurance Rate Map, as amended. The designated SFHA in Ephrata shown in Figure 19 covers a significant portion of the City, including all of downtown, the Grant County courthouse and offices, and many historic residential neighborhoods west of SR 28. All development within the designated SFHA is subject to development procedures as outlined in Ephrata Municipal Code Chapter 19.11. Discussion The following discussion summarizes findings from the 1973 Dry Creek Flood Control Report by the Army Corps of Engineers: Ephrata lies near the mouth of the Dry Creek drainage basin at the east end of the Beezley Hills. Dry Creek is the longest of a network of 10 major ravines draining the 27-square-mile basin within the Beezley Hills. In its 9-mile length the creek bed falls 1,400 feet from elevation 2,700 to 1,300 feet. The gradient is fairly uniform, averaging about 150 feet per mile. The Creek bed is about 20 feet wide with steep sides near its mouth at Ephrata. Surface water runoff in the Dry Creek drainage basin takes place intermittently when a thunderstorm or rapid snow melt, combined with rainfall occurs. Often the water is absorbed into the hillside soil or stream beds. However, if the ground is frozen or wet, runoff in substantial quantities reaches the mouth of Dry Creek. Peak flow frequencies are estimated as follows: Table 23. Dry Creek Frequencies Peak Flow Average Recurrence (cfs) (Years) Peak Flow Interval The most severe combination of weather and runoff conditions reasonably characteristic of the area, such as an intense thunderstorm centered over the drainage basin, could result in a peak flow of 15,000 cfs. Flood waters are diverted at the mouth of the creek to the north by a corrugated metal arch culvert 10 feet high, 24 feet wide and 100 feet long. A steel sheet pile training wall, 250 feet long, turns the creek in the direction of the culvert. Creek waters are thence carried northward in a channel paralleling the adjacent West Irrigation Canal. About 3,S00 feet north of 1st Avenue NW the channel turns eastward, releasing discharges into a ponding area north of Ephrata. The poncling area is 1.S miles long and nearly one-half mile wide and has a capacity for storing about 1,800 acre-feet. A low embankment is intended to prevent the extension of poncling southward into Ephrata, but has a top elevation three feet below the maximum potential poncling elevation. Because of the fine materials used in construction, the embankment is subject to failure from erosion whenever flow exceeds S60 second -feet, which is approximately a 4-year flow. EPHRATA SCJ ALLIANCE Comprehensive Plan 1 43 The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has defined areas showing the extent of the 100-year flood boundary in order to establish flood insurance rates and assist communities in efforts to promote sound flood plain management. Figure 19 depicts the area susceptible to flooding. Rd7q7NW "A0AWN FW3;SNW I pb SWQ Grunt DrSE jr Rd is 8 Rd 12 8 NW z Pd i1 8 NW 0 0.5 1 2 Miles Rd E HW Jr 1-n 3SW F'I i e- 1 '9. 'r-,, ea u e n 1,,/ F oddd A, rea plaini CM City Limits Urban Growth Area (UGA) ......... 1 100 Year Floodplain �F~ 1 EPHRAYA SCJ ALLIANCE Comprehensive Plan 1 44 Economic Development Respondents were asked to consider their top priorities for economic development in Ephrata. The highest priority, with 63.9%, was to encourage new businesses to locate in Ephrata and create more local jobs. The next highest priorities were "focus on inf ill development and redevelopment of vacant properties" (51.9%) and "support existing businesses to ensure long-term sustainability of Ephrata's culture" (51.2%). Figure 10 shows how many selections were made for each priority. Another question asked how important it is to the local economy and culture that Ephrata is the Grant County Seat. 64.1% chose very important, 23.2% chose important, 9.9% were neutral, 1.S% chose less important, and 1.3% chose not important at all. Respondents were asked to share their thoughts on Downtown Ephrata. The most popular response was that "it's not so much Downtown Ephrata that is important to the local economy, but rather ensuring the success of local industries and small businesses, regardless of location." That statement was selected by 46.9% of respondents. The statement that was selected the least (20%), was "it would be fine if Ephrata's economic core migrated out of downtown to areas with new development." These two statements, and the rest of the options and their selection rates shown in Figure 11, show that there are mixed feelings about the future of Downtown Ephrata, indicating the need for further study. Economic Development Priorities in Ephrata Improve community appearance through store beautification, storefront/facade improvements, and public art Encourage growth and development that supports a wide variety of residents Protect and celebrate the historic character of Downtown Ephrata Encourage new businesses to locate in Ephrata and create more local Jobs Support existing business to ensure long- term sustalnabllity of Ephrata's culture Focus on inf ill -development and re -development of vacant properties 0 100 200 300 400 Soo Number of Respondents that Selected each Response I P i a ure. liC). Top p r 1 o r i tie s for economic er th Ephrata, with respondents sekecting up to three, EPHRATA SCJ ALLIANCE Comprehensive Plan 1 19 197 fi! It's not so much Downtown Ephrata that is important to the local economy, but rather ensuring the success of local industries and small businesses, reaardless of location Thoughts on Downtown Ephrata Ephrata should find a way to maintain the success of downtown, even I fk--v h e n t h e Grant County services Campus moves out or the downtown area. 151 155 !&1q, mr It would be fine if Ephrata's economic core migrated out of downtown to areas with new development. It is important to maintain the historic downtown aS the Center o!' Ephrata's economy, regardless of the challenges associated with re v i t a 1 i, -.-- a t i o n and redeveloor-nent 312 Aft A successful clownto\/\/n, is vital for Ephrata's econony and future economic opportunties. S r, 0 L t,ni r n d e In t r,- h inv 0 r-i 0 0 Ec �.-i t a. e e v D, t(-- -01-1 A I d I e I e-C- tc-, d. orations cool The survey asked respondents if their property or business has been impacted by the floodplain designation in Downtown Ephrata. 17.3% of respondents (129 people) said yes. When asked to explain how they have been impacted, the overwhelming response was the high cost of flood insurance and the additional burden that it adds to doing business. Parks andRecreation Respondents were asked to identify what they would consider to be the top priorities for parks and recreation. The most popular answer (56.9%) was "update and modernize park amenities such as playgrounds, shelters, bathroom facilities, etc." The next top selections were "expand parks and recreation programs, such as sports clubs, youth and senior activities, etc." (42.7%) and "improve city parks safety and accessibility by ensuring safe walking and biking routes to parks, lighting, and ADA accessibility" (31.7%). A majority of respondents identified top priorities that focused on improving and updating the existing parks and recreation opportunities in the city. 8% of respondents wrote in top priorities for parks and recreation. Most of these responses related to the need to improve and update the existing infrastructure. There were also several requests for new park locations and amenities. Figure 12 illustrates the survey results. * , SEPHRATA -e-i SCJ ALLIANCE Comprehensive Plan 1 20 A. 'tates oepartment of the Interior Uniked s BUREAU OF RECLAMATION Ephrata Field Office 32 C Stred NW W WMY XMR M, Ephrata6 WA 98823-M 15 EPH-2112 2.2.4.21 City of Ephrata Steve Ofiver 121 Alder Street SW Ephrata, WA 98823 Subject: Letter of Support, Ephrata Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan for FEMA Approval, Grant 9, County EDC SIP Grant Application for $100,000 Dear Mayor Oliver, Please accept this letter as a declaration of support for the City otEphrata Flood Hazard Mitigation Pro* - The gth oal of e project A to remove 533-Acres of downtown Ephrata flood ject. is zoning. The $ t 00,000 EDC SIP Grant would be used to prepare a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan for FEMA approval, as the first step in the process. I would like to encourage Grant County EDC to fund this important project with an StP grant. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Clyde Lay, Deputy Field Office Manager, at clAyCe Ns-br.gov or (5 09) 754-0216. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1 -1 to access telecommunications relay services. Sincerely, Clydeiay Ephrata Deputy Field Office'Manager INTERIOR REGION 99COLUMBIA-PACIFIC NORTHWEST IDAHO. MONTANA�, ORIGOW, WASHINGTON ' PAKTW GRAN"1' COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMEM W A IS H I N G T 0 N 124 ENTEPOR-ISE STREET SE I-PHR-ATA, WA 98823 April 15, 2026 City of Ephrata Steve Oliver 121 Alder Street SW Ephrata, WA 98823 RE: Letter of Support Eplu-ata Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan for FEMA Approval C� Grant County EDC SIP Grant Application for $100,000 Dear Mayor Otiver., Please accept this letter as a declaration of support for the City? of Ephrata flood Hazard Mitigation Project. The goal of the project is to remove 53 )3-Acres of downtown Ephrata flood zoning. The ,$100,000 EDP" SIP Grant would be used to prepare a Flood Hazard Mitivation. Plan for FEMA approval, as the first step in the process. I would like to encourage Grant County EDC to Rind this important project with. an SIP grant. Sincerely., Cade Ebert, PE County Engineer Office (509) 754-6082 ccegbert(,,.(-i),rantcounty. wa.g Andy Booth Public Works Director Office (509) 754-608') qbooth,(&.izrantcountvW c. "To meet current and future needs. serving touether with public and private entities, while fosterine a respectful and successful work erivironnient. PORT OF EPHRATA -- ----- --- PORT DISTRICT NO, 9 OF GRANT COUNTY, WASHINGTON TELEPHONE POST OFFIC3E BOX 1089 EPHRATA, WASHINGTON 98812:3 -04 -08 (AC 509) 7 -3Z) (FAX 509) 754-:511-9 Apri I 15, 201.6 It of Ephrata Steve Oliver 121 Alder Street SW Ephrata, WA 98823 RE: Letter of Support Ephrata Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan for FEMA Approval Grant County EDC SIP Grant Application for $100,000 Dear Mayor Oliver,, Please accept this letter as a declaration of support for the City of Ephrata Flood Hazard Mitigation Pr Ject. The goal of the project is to remove 5 )33-Acres of downtown Ephrata flood zoning. The S I 001000EDC SIP Grant would be used to prepare a Flood Hazard Mitic-Tation Plan for FEM-A approval. Z7 1 as the first step in the process. I would like to encourage Grant County ADC to fund this important project with an SIP grant. Sincerely, avi Ma Executive Director IX Flp EFf W%A'A "A SMOOL D.15THICT aWu nff. 165 111 4th Ave NW Ephrata WA 988231 Phone: (509) 754-2474 1 Fax: (509) 7544712 info@ephrataschools.org I EphrataSchools.org I Ken Murray, Superintendent WE ARE UNITED IN BRIDGING KIDS AND THEIR LEARNING April 13, 2026 City of Ephrata Mayor Steve Oliver 121 Alder Street SW Ephrata WA 98823 RE: Letter of Support Ephrata Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan for FEMS Approval Grant County EDC SIP Grant Application for $100,000 Dear Mayor Oliver. - Please accept this letter as a declaration of support for the City of Ephrata Flood Hazard Mitigation Project. The goal of the project is to remove 533-Acres of downtown Ephrata flood zoning. The $100,000 EDC SIP Grant would be used to prepare a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan for FEMA approval, as the first step in the process. I would like to encourage Grant County EDC to fund this important project with an SIP grant. Sincerely, Ken Murray Superintendent IsmurmAD-ephrataschoQla,ora Ephrata School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Aaron Cummings, Title IX Coordinator, Ill 4h Avenue NW, (509) 754-2474 acumrnings0enhrataschools.onzO Jamie Bessette, 504/ADA Coordinator, Ill 4th Avenue NW, (509) 754-3538 ibessette(o-)ephrataschools.org, Sharon Scellick, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, 111 4th Ave. NW, (509) 754-5881, sscel.lickdiet,hrataschools.ori,,, Aaron Cummings, Intimidation and Bullying Coordinator, 111 4'h Avenue NW, (509) 754-2474 acumrnings0eohrataschools