AWWA DSS65636

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing statistics on the Cleveland Water Department (CWD) and the major challenges it is facing. A chronology of CWD's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is provided, focusing on regional economic development needs, and a 25-year program to re-establish and maintain capacity is highlighted. CWD's sustainability program goals and top priority projects are listed, along with linking water system investments with economic development agreements; economic development models of surrounding systems; benefits of regional system; the rate strategy to meet mutual needs of CWD and the suburbs; new agreements were developed to meet regional principles; highlights of amended water service agreement contract terms; features of the Joint Economic Development Zone (JEDZ) Agreement; limitations on tax abatements and incentives; Income Tax sharing for moves within the zone; highlights of the Asset Transfer Agreement; Public Outreach Plan helped sell the program; and, regional progress to date.