In order to be prepared to properly track quantities and types of debris removed from city streets in the event of a natural disaster, it is imperative that the City have a debris management firm under contract to provide such services. Debris management is critically important because hauling efforts have to be accurately documented in order to qualify for State and Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) reimbursement.
It is imperative that the City have a debris management firm under contract that understands all of the applicable laws and guidelines as prescribed by the State and FEMA in order to properly document post disaster operations which will be used to apply for reimbursements that may be entitled to the City for services rendered for disaster recovery.
The City’s selected debris management firm will work closely with the City’s debris removal firm to help ensure that the City is in compliance with reimbursement requirements as prescribed by the State and FEMA for qualified expenses.
Staff recommends that City Council approve the agreement with Thompson Consulting LLC to provide debris management services for the City of Riviera Beach by piggybacking SWA agreement number 17-205.