The County Council has formally approved a new method for awarding contracts for stormwater management projects in the county, officially ending a months-long standoff with the county executive.
For his part, County Executive Ike Leggett is getting his wish for a new stormwater contracting process that he believes will be simpler and more cost effective. The compromise gives the council oversight powers, allowing the county legislators to create an environmental advisory group to provide input on the projects. The council will also be able to appropriate additional money to the stormwater contractor if needed.
The council passed the compromise Tuesday by a unanimous vote among those present. The final decision came with barely any discussion from the dais, but President Hans Riemer assured the viewing public that plenty of negotiation and review had led up to that moment.
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