NC0021181_Remission Request (LV-2023-0238)_20231012

RECEIVED
JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
OCT 12 2023
Case Number: LV-2023-0238 County: Gas DEQ/„...
Assessed Party: City of Belmont R/NPDES
Permit No.: NC0021181 Amount Assessed: $19,308.03
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts"form to request remission of this civil penalty.
You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in
evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five
factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting
remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s)occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual
statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c),remission of a civil
penalty may be granted only when one of more of the following five factors apply. Please check each factor that you
believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation,including copies of supporting documents,as to why the
factor applies(attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b)were wrongfully applied to the
detriment of the petitioner(the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation(i.e., explain the
steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or
something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain
how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve
compliance).
EXPLANATION:
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If you have any questions,please contact Wes Bell with the Division of Water Resources staff of the Mooresville Regional
Office at(704)235-2192 or via email at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
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DocuSigned by
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Andrew H.Pitner,P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources,NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS
Cc: WQS Mooresville Regional Office-Enforcement File(Laserfiche)
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit-Enforcement File(Laserfiche)

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
COUNTY OF GASTON
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
) STIPULATION OF FACTS
City of Belmont )
Belmont WWTP )
)
PERMIT NO.NC0021181 ) CASE NO. LV-2023-0238
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling$19,308.03 for violation(s)as set forth in the assessment document of the
Division of Water Resources dated September 13,2023,the undersigned,desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty,does
hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as
alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of
remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Resources within thirty(30)days
of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30)days
from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the day of C)L1OhC ,20 )3
RECEIVED
SIGNAT
OCT 12 2023 ADDRESS
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ATTACHMENT A
City of Belmont
CASE NUMBER: LV-2023-0238
PERMIT: NC0021181 REGION: Mooresville
FACILITY: Belmont WWTP COUNTY: Gaston
LIMIT VIOLATION(S)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Outfall 001 -Effluent
Violation Report Unit of Limit Calculated %Over Violation Penalty
Date Month/Yr Parameter Frequency Measure Value Value Limit Type Amount
6/3/2023 6-2023 Coliform, Fecal MF, 5 X week #/100m1 400 2,419.6 504.9 Weekly $1,625.00
MFC Broth,44.5 C Geometric
Mean
Exceeded
6/10/2023 6-2023 Colifomi, Fecal MF, 5 X week #/100m1 400 1,566.82 291.7 Weekly $1,625.00
MFC Broth,44.5 C Geometric
Mean
Exceeded
6/17/2023 6-2023 Coliform, Fecal MF, 5 X week #/100m1 400 2,419.6 504.9 Weekly $1,625.00
MFC Broth, 44.5 C Geometric
Mean
Exceeded
6/24/2023 6-2023 Coliform, Fecal MF, 5 X week #/100m1 400 1,391.67 247.9 Weekly $1,625.00
MFC Broth,44.5 C Geometric
Mean
Exceeded
6/30/2023 6-2023 Coliform, Fecal MF, 5 X week #/100m1 200 1,699.89 749.9 Monthly $4,875.00
MFC Broth, 44.5 C Geometric
Mean
Exceeded
6/10/2023 6-2023 Solids, Total 5 X week mg/I 45 47.8 6.2 Weekly $1,125.00
Suspended- Average
Concentration Exceeded
6/17/2023 6-2023 Solids, Total 5 X week mg/I 45 51.6 14.7 Weekly $1,125.00
Suspended- Average
Concentration Exceeded
6/24/2023 6-2023 Solids, Total 5 X week mg/I 45 76 68.9 Weekly1 g $ ,375.00
Suspended- Average
Concentration Exceeded
6/30/2023 6-2023 Solids, Total 5 X week mg/I 30 56.32 87.7 Monthly $4,125.00
Suspended- Average
Concentration Exceeded

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MANY THREADS ONE COMMUNITY
October 12, 2023
Wastewater Branch RECEIVED
North Carolina Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center OCT 2
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 2023
Attn: Richard Rogers
NCDEQ/DWR/NPDES
Ref: Civil Penalty
Case Number—LV-2023-0238
City of Belmont—NC0021181
Dear Mr. Rogers,
The City Belmont respectfully requests remission of assessed civil penalties under the case numbers LV-2023-
0217. Our remission requests are categorized under factor "b" which states: "the violator promptly abated
continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation." The City of Belmont hopes to illustrate the
significant steps taken to mitigate the fecal coliform surges and total suspended solids buildup at the time of the
violations and later to prevent reoccurrence. Enclosed within will be several addendums and explanatory
summaries about the situation and how the City of Belmont is working diligently to address the challenges in the
treatment process.
Background
The Belmont Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is a permitted 5 MGD NPDES facility. The facility was
constructed in the 1960's and upgraded and modernized in the early 1990's. Since then,the facility has received
little investment due to plans for decommissioning and transitioning the plant to a large lift station.Unfortunately,
the transition has taken until now to enter the design phase. In 2021,the Belmont City Council increased budget
line items to increase the rate of sludge hauling,and the preliminary city budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 includes
even more funding for hauling. Still yet,the plant has become stressed with the number of solids in the system.
In early 2023 the facility began to have treatment challenges that led to the overages in fecal coliform recorded
in the February DMR. Staff and consulting engineers hypothesize that high rain events and new development
were contributing factors. Additionally, the pretreatment headworks were not operational for several months as
staff waited for parts for repairs,which further harmed the treatment processes at the WWTP. Immediately upon
notice of the overages, the City of Belmont hired HDR Inc. as consulting engineers. The engineers are working
along with operations staff to deliver an operations guide and long-term process improvement memorandum to
prevent the buildup of solids into the future. Addendum A is the task order executed by the City of Belmont,
which outlines how the firm is assisting with this challenge.
City staff then contacted three environmental firms in the area that could conduct a dewatering operation to reduce
sludge build up in the aeration basin. Ultimately, Bio-nomic Services was selected to perform the work at a cost
of$305,000.Addendum B is the signed proposal along with the purchase order regarding this project.Addendum
C is the City Council Agenda and link where this concern was discussed and where funding was approved.
PO BOX 431 11401 E CATAWBA ST, BELMONT, NC 28012 I WWW.CITYOFBELMONT.ORG

Updates
Bio-nomic Services has concluded dewatering operations after 60 workdays.
HDR has provided a model for dewatering operations, and it is included as addendum E.
Overall treatment processes at the WWTP have returned to normal and fecal coliform and suspended solids levels
are within the permitted range.No more violations are anticipated.
Additionally, the City contracted with US Biosolids to land apply sludge and continue to aid the treatment
processes. Addendum F is the invoice for this work.
Given the large investment to mitigate the violations, the City of Belmont requests a remission of the assessed
fines. Leadership of the city is dedicated to preventing these violations in the future and investing in preventive
maintenance of the plant until it is decommissioned. It is regrettable that the build up of solids got to this level,
but the City of Belmont is dedicated to correcting the failures of the past. Here is a timeline of the events since
the notification of fecal coliform overages.
Timeline
1. January 21,2023 —First Fecal Coliform Violation
2. Week of February 6, 2023 —Belmont becomes aware of violation due to sampling timeline
3. February 15, 2023 -Belmont receives master services agreement for engineering from HDR
4. February 28, 2023 —Wes Bell of NCDEQ conducts inspection of WWTP
5. March 16, 2023 —Belmont meets with HDR at WWTP to discuss solids issue
6. March 27,2023 —Belmont meets with HDR to discuss final scope of aeration solids engineering
7. April 4,2023 —Belmont receive preliminary engineering recommendation from HDR
8. April 20,2023—Belmont and HDR meet with NCDEQ representative Wes Bell to discuss plan for sludge
removal
9. May 1,2023 —Belmont City Council votes to approve funding for aeration sludge dewatering project
10. May 2, 2023 —Belmont signs the task order for HDR and proposal from Bio-nomics Services
11. May 3, 2023 —Bio-nomic Services collects sample of influent onsite
12. May 12, 2023 — Belmont, HDR, and Bio-nomic Services meet at the WWTP to discuss logistics and
staging for dewatering operation
13. May 24, 2023 —Belmont and Bio-nomic Services receive sample report and sign waste profile
14. May 26, 2023 —Republic Services landfill approves waste profile
15. June 16, 2023 —Bio-nomic Services begins dewatering operation
16. June 19, 2023 —HDR delivers preliminary model for operations
17. August 7, 2023 — Dewatering operations continue and plant operations have returned to normal and
overages should be abated
18. August 21, 2023 —Land application of sludge through US Biosolids
19. September 5, 2023 —Land application ends
20. September 30, 2023 —Fecal Coliform and Suspended Solids calculations reported below permit limits
21. October 2, 2023 —Dewatering Operation ends
PO BOX 431 I 1401 E CATAWBA ST, BELMONT, NC 28012 I WWW.CITYOFBELMONT.ORG

Thank you for your consideration.
Res ectf 1 ,
William Carroll
Public Works Director
PO BOX 431 11401 E CATAWBA ST, BELMONT, NC 28012 I WWW.CITYOFBELMONT.ORG

DocuSign Envelope ID:73668A38-8C04-4660-B0E6-C69053670BEC
2.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES:
Basic Services to be provided by the ENGINEER under this Agreement shall be limited
to the following:
Task 100 Project Management
Project management activities shall include the following:
a. Communicate with OWNER staff on project status and key issues
b. Generate invoices and associated progress reports
c. Monitor project budget,administer this contract,and monitor schedule
Task 200 Evaluation and Recommendations
Evaluation and recommendation activities shall include the following:
a. Review Notice of Deficiency(NOD).
b. Review existing process data and determine need for additional sampling.
c. Attend one virtual meeting with NCDEQ to discuss strategy to correct
deficiencies.
d. Attend two virtual meetings with OWNER;one to obtain background on existing
issues and OWNER goals,and one to report out on the recommendations in the
draft technical memo.
e. Develop a basic Biowin model of the treatment plant to determine how much
solids need to be removed and to inform the wasting strategy to prevent future
solids accumulation.
f. Document the results of the evaluation,recommendations,and changes to
standard operation procedure(SOP)in a draft technical memo for OWNER
review and comment.
g. Respond to OWNER comments and produce a final version of the technical
memo that can be shared with NCDEQ, as needed.
h. Review proposals from 3`d party solids handling removal firms.
i. Assist during the solids removal phase by answering questions if issues arise.
Assumptions:
a. Additional sampling,if needed,to be provided by OWNER.
b. A total of twelve(12)hours between three(3)resources have been allocated for
the virtual meetings listed above.
c. The Biowin model is not a"fully calibrated"model.A fully calibrated model
would require a higher level of effort,waster characterization/sampling,and
schedule. Should OWNER want a fully calibrated model,the ENGINEER can
provide a budget for that service.
d. A total of twelve(12)hours between three(3)resources have been allocated for
supporting the solids removal phase.
Subconsultants:
No subconsultants are included or anticipated to be needed for this Task Order.
Task Order 3 2
ADDENDUM A

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TASK ORDER
This Task Order pertains to an Agreement by and between City of Belmont,
("OWNER"), and HDR Engineering, Inc. of the Carolinas ("ENGINEER"), dated March
22, 2023, ("the Agreement"). ENGINEER shall perform services on the project
described below as provided herein and in the Agreement. This Task Order shall not be
binding until it has been properly signed by both parties. Upon execution, this Task
Order shall supplement the Agreement as it pertains to the project described below.
TASK ORDER: Task Order#03
PROJECT NAME: Solids Management Evaluation and Support
1.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The OWNER has one wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), which is located along the
west bank of the Catawba River and directly south of Wilkinson Blvd. The WWTP will
be decommissioned in 2027 (current projection) after a series of projects are completed
by Charlotte Water to accept the OWNER's wastewater into the Charlotte Water system.
In March of 2023, the OWNER was issued a Notice of Deficiency (NOD) by North
Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) because of the solids
accumulation in the aeration basin (AB), final clarifiers (FC) and chlorine contact tanks
(CCT)at the WWTP.
The WWTP is equipped with two aeration basins; however, one of them has been out of
service for many years and can not be put back into service without significant
rehabilitation. The 30-minute settleability tests have been consistently high (980 ml/L)
and staff has been challenged to run more than 2 of the 8 aerators at a time. Foam in the
aeration basin appear darker brown due to the higher solids inventory and longer solids
retention time(SRT).
The WWTP also has two final clarifiers. The sludge blanket levels in both were
approximately 9.5 feet when NCDEQ made an inspection during March. At these levels
there is a strong potential for the solids to be washed out during high flow events.
Similarly, during the same visit by NCDEQ, the solids in the chlorine contact tank was
found to be high at 5.5 feet,posing the same risk of wash out as the final clarifiers.
This project is for services associated with an evaluation of the amount of solids build up
in the aeration basin, fmal clarifiers, and chlorine contact (CCT), how to best remove
them, and to provide an operational plan to prevent future build up.
Task Order 3 1

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3.0 OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES:
OWNER shall furnish as required by the work the following items:
a. All relevant data including maps, drawings,reports,records, audits, annual
reports,and other data that are available in the files of the OWNER and which
may be useful in the services involved under this agreement.
b. Access to public and private property when required in performance of the
ENGINEER's services.
4.0 PERIODS OF SERVICE:
ENGINEER shall begin work immediately upon execution of this Task Order and shall
submit the draft technical memo within 60 days of notice to proceed. This schedule may
be reduced if special sampling is not required.
5.0 ENGINEER'S FEE:
The ENGINEER shall be compensated $17,100 on an hourly, not to exceed basis.
Payment for fees will be paid monthly. Refer to Exhibit 1 for hourly breakdown.
6.0 TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Unless otherwise specified herein,the terms and conditions shall be per the Agreement.
This Task Order is executed this �� day of P r 1 ,2023.
HDR ENGINEERING,INC. OF THE
CAROLNAS.
"OWNR" "ENGINEER"
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NAME: `cJi i( 641'011 NAME: Robert J. Rella
TITLE: ? 1 ''e 4or TITLE: Senior Vice President
ADDRESS: 0� F C�too...1,,5 ADDRESS: 440 S. Church St., Suite 1200
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City of Belmont On-Call-2023 Hourly Rate/Compensation Schedule
Job Classification Standard Hourly Rate;_
Project Principal $240-$300
Senior Project Manager $220-$270
Project Manager $170-$235
Senior Design Manager $190-$260
Design Manager $150-$200
Senior Engineer $190-$250
Project Engineer 2 $170-$190
Project Engineer 1 $140-$170
Staff Engineer 2 $120-$140
Staff Engineer 1 $100-$130
Process/Technical Specialist $170-$290
Senior Architect $170-$250
Architect $140-$180
Senior BIM Designer $140-$190
BIM Designer $110-$150
CADD Drafter $100-$120
Senior Construction Manager $175-$230
Construction Manager $150-$180
Resident Project Representative $120-$180
Senior Consultant $250-$300
Senior Utility Management Consultant $200-$270
Utility Management Consultant $160-$200
Junior Utility Management Consultant $115-$155
Project Controls $100-$180
Admin/Clerical $90-$110
Accountant $90-$130
(*Note:Billing rates may be adjusted annually(typically the first of each calendar
year)to reflect annual merit increases)

530 Woodlawn Street
NC 28012
BIO-NOMIC SERVICES Belmont, 291648
p:[phone]
F. [phone]
NSW A Carylon Company www.bio-nomic.com
DATE: March 23,2023
PROPOSAL NO: 23184
SUBMITTED TO:
City of Belmont
WWTP
PO Box 431
298 Parkdale Drive
Belmont, NC 28012
ATTN:Tanya Carter
Email:[e-mail]
Phone:[phone]
RE:Temporary belt press services
In accordance with your request,we are pleased to furnish the following proposal.
SCOPE OF WORK
Wastewater solids have accumulated to an undesirable concentration in the aeration basin. Per our
sampling from a boat we found that the accumulations were nearly to the top of the basin in many
areas. For the moment it can be assumed that there are about 8 feet of sludge. Several core samples
were obtained with a sludge sampler and composited.The percent solids concentration was
surprisingly 29,000 ppm by weight.We then processed the sample and determined that a dewatered
filter cake of about 20%solids will be attainable for offsite disposal.
Assuming approximate volume at 100 x 330 X 8 feet deep,then there would be about 2.0 MG sludge.
At 2.9%solids this equates to 240"dry weight"tons. This is a significant amount as this would equal
1,200 dewatered cake tons generated by a belt filter press for disposal. It is possible that it is not
necessary to remove all of the materials to get the aeration basin in proper operating condition.
Assuming about 100 GPM sludge pump rate or 30 dewatered cake tons per day would be generated by
the operation then about 40 days of processing would be required.
Initial removal can be performed by a simple dry prime pumping method. A more complete removal
would require a floating dredge unit.
BIO-NOMIC SERVICES,INC.SHALL FURNISH
Labor,equipment and materials required to complete the work.
i) Minimum Items to include:
Mobile belt filter press system
Truck loading conveyor
Sludge pumping equipment
18,000 gallon EQ Sludge Receiving Tank
A Carylon Company
ADDENDUM B

Hose and pipe to connect the equipment
Polymer and dosing equipment
Filtrate pump to return the effluent from press to neighboring basin
Operator and service truck
Dump truck Service to transport dewatered cake
ii) Additional items to be determined:
Hydraulic dredge
Crane services to install and remove dredge
Cable guidance system
Floating discharge pipe
480 volt generator(Power may be available from aerator disconnect box)
Dredge operator and fuel truck
Landfill costs paid directly by Belmont or negotiated by Bio-Nomic Services. Landfill costs vary.
CITY OF BELMONT SHALL FURNISH
All access,openings and right of way into the work area; Firm level area to stage,operate and maintain
processing equipment;Any local fees or permits;480 Volt,3-Phase electric power and qualified
electrician to connect service—generator can be utilized in remote location; Process water source
capable of 100 gpm @ minimum 50 psi—i.e. 2%2 inch hydrant; Filtrate discharge receptacle—i.e.,
return to manhole or basin;Sludge analysis,waste profile,signing of manifests.
PRICING
Preparation,mobilization,set up,
Start-up of belt filter press system $3,200.00
Teardown, pack up,demobilization
Of belt filter press system $2,600.00
Unit Cost for dewatering operation with
Dry prime pump sludge pumping equipment $ 2,200.00/Day
Hauling and disposal to be determined prior to project start at cost plus 15%
Estimate$2,200.00 per day for two subcontractor dump trucks and$80.00 per ton landfill tipping fee.
Total estimate for 1200 cake tons/30 tons per day=40 days @$2,200.00/Day
Total Hauling and disposal for 40 days @ $2,200.00+ 1200 tons disposal @ $80.00/Ton
Other costs to be determined in need:
Hydraulic Dredging equipment mobilization/demobilization cost estimated at$18,000.00 for cranes,
pipe setup,teardown,etc.
A Carylon Company 2

TERMS
See Attached Bio-Nomic Services, Inc.General Terms and Conditions.
This proposal is valid if accepted within 60 days of the offer date.
SUMMARY
Thank you for receiving our proposal. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.
There may be some adjustments once the final scope is determined.
Sincerely,
poee 6e
Joel L.Coert
Division Manager
Bio-Nomic Services, Inc.
704-904-9704(Cell)
800-782-6798(Office)
ACCEPTED this day of N(/t-y 20 23
By
/ Purchaser
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Name and Title
A Carylon Company 3

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
General Conditions: These general conditions are incorporated by reference into the proposal and are part of the
Agreement under which services are to be performed by the Contractor for the Customer. Contractor will follow
Customer's instructions both verbal and written at all times.
Customer Provided Labor: Where the Customer provides labor for the Contractor, the Customer will indemnify the
Contractor for liability, loss or expense for work related injuries to those laborers not provided by the Contractor. The
Customer agrees to waive all rights of subrogation against the Contractor arising out of the work in this Agreement.
Customers Responsibilities: Customer will provide mechanical services. Operation and control of Customer's
equipment is the Customer's responsibility. If Contractor cannot continue its work due to circumstance caused or
allowed by Customer and of which Contractor was not apprised prior to starting the work, an hourly fee will be
charged.
Damage Limitations: Under no circumstances will the Contractor be responsible for indirect, incidental or
consequential damages. The Contractor also is not responsible for the rendering of or failure to render architectural,
engineering or surveying professional services.
Pre-existing Conditions: The Contractor will not be responsible for liability, loss or expense (including damage
caused by the backup of basement sewers)where the primary cause of the claim or damage is pre-existing conditions
including faulty, inadequate or defective design, construction, maintenance or repair of property or contamination of
the subsurface where the condition existed prior to the start of the Contractor's work. The customer is responsible for
loss of service equipment caused by the pre-existing conditions at the job site.
Environmental Conditions: The debris is represented to the Contractor to be non-hazardous, requiring no
manifesting or special permitting. The Customer will be responsible for any additional costs or claims associated with
the treatment, storage, disposal of the removed debris, or breach of the above representation, at any time during or
after the completion of this project.
Indemnification: The Customer and the Contractor will each indemnify the other in proportion to relative fault for
liability, loss and expense incurred by the other party resulting from a negligent act or omission in performance of
work under this Agreement. The Customer also will indemnify Contractor for liability, loss and expense resulting from
Contractor's services if the Contractor is acting at the direction or instruction of the Customer, or where the primary
cause of any damages is due to information provided by the Customer.
Credit Policy: Regular Terms are Net 30 Days. The company may charge interest at the rate of 1-1/2%per month on
all invoices outstanding 60 days past the invoice date.Credit card payments are subject to a 3.5%convenience fee.
Pricing Adjustments: A fuel surcharge will be included on pricing based on Department of Energy EIA Energy
Information Administration weekly rates;Any increases in material costs during the project will be included as an
increased adjustment to the invoice.If this proposal should develop into a long-term project the pricing will be
adjusted yearly based on the municipal cost index published in The American City&County magazine.
Entire Agreement: This proposal together with any written documents which may be incorporated by specific
reference herein constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all previous communications
between them, either oral or written. The waiver by Contractor of any term, condition or provision herein stated shall
not be construed to be a waiver of any other term,condition or provision hereof.
A Carylon Company 4

Fuel Surcharge 2021-2022
Diesel Fuel Prices Surcharge%
$2.80-$2.90 .08%
$2.90-$3.00 .09%
$3.00-$3.10 10%
$3.10-$3.20 11%
$3.20-$3.30 12%
$3.30-$3.40 13%
$3.40-$3.50 14%
$3.50-$3.60 15%
$3.60-$3.70 16%
$3.70-$3.80 17%
$3.80-$3.90 18%
$3.90-$4.00 19%
$4.00-$4.10 20%
$4.10-$4.20 21%
$4.20-$4.30 22%
$4.40-$4.50 23%
$4.50-$4.60 24%
$4.60-$4.70 25%
$4.70-$4.80 26%
$4.80-$4.90 27%
$4.90-$5.00 28%
• These numbers are subject to change due to the ongoing current market volatility.
A Carylon Company 5

A Carylon Company 6

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ti Q. % 1401E Catawba St Purchase Order
b PO Box 431 THIS NUMBER MUST APPEAR ON ALL INVOICES,
�"y4Cac°§tic Belmont,NC 28012 PACKING LISTS, CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.
Phone:[phone]
NO.P3001643
SHIP TO ORDER DATE: 05/05/23
WWTP DELIVERY DATE:
298 PARKDALE DRIVE STATE CONTRACT:
BELMONT, NC 28012 F.O.B.TERMS: Destination
VENDOR ACCT NUM:
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VENDOR Vendor#:BION0005 VENDOR FAX#:
#: R3001129
BIO-NOMIC SERVICES INCREQUISITION
516 ROUNDTREE RD PAYMENT RECORD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28217 - l
CHECK NO.
DATE PAID
NOTICE:TAX EXEMPT-TAX ID: 56-0856848
QUANTITY DESCRIPTION 1 ACCOUNT NO UNIT PRICE I TOTAL
1.CC CLEANING OF WEST BASIN SOLIDS 30-8000-100 223,482.4200 223,482.42
THIS IS TO GET OUR WEST BASIN CLEANED
FOR SOLIDS TO HELP WITH OUR TSS SOLIDS
AND FECALS FOR NPDES PERMIT
TOTAL 223,482.42
CLAIMANT'S CERTIFICATION&DECLARATION OFFICER'S CERTIFICATION APPROVAL TO PURCHASE
I do solemnly declare and certify under penalties;of the law that the I,having knowledge of the facts,certify that the materials DO NOT ACCEPT THIS ORDER UNLESS IT
within bill is correct in all its particulars;that the articles have been and supplies have been received or the services rendered; IS SIGNED BELOW
furnished or services rendered as stated therein;that no bonus has been said certification being based on signed delivery slips or
given or received by any;person or persons within the knowledge of this other reasonable procedures.
claimant in connection with the above claim;that the amount therein
stated is justly due and owing;and that the amount charged is a
reasonable one. DEPT.HEAD DATE
VENDOR MUST SIGN CERTIFICATION STATEMENT ON THIS
VENDOR SIGN HERE VOUCHER.MAIL VOUCHER&ITEMIZED BILLS TO:
City of Belmont
1401 E Catawba St
OFFICIAL POSITION DATE PO Box 431
Belmont,NC 28012
TAX ID NO.OR SOCIAL SECURITY NO.

The City of
Belmont City Council of Be/
Regular Meeting Belmont
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CityWorks Center, 1401 E. Catawba Street, Belmont, NC -
To watch live go to www.cityofbelmont.orq/livemeetings North Carolina cep.
May 1,2023,6:00 PM
6:00 PM— Council Work Session
Council Meeting to Begin after Work Session Concludes
Page
A. COMMENCEMENT
(1) Call to Order
(2) Invocation
(3) Pledge of Allegiance
(4) Recognitions and Acknowledgements 5
2023 Municipal Clerks Week Proclamation
(5) Set the Agenda
B. CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Approval of Special Meeting Minutes: March 28, 2023 7- 10
Special City Council Meeting Minutes Agenda Memo
2023 03 28 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
(2) Approval of Closed Session Meeting Minutes: March 28, 2023 11
Closed Session Meeting Minutes Agenda Memo
(3) Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes: April 3, 2023 13 -20
Regular Meeting Minutes Agenda Memo
2023 04 03 Regular City Council Minutes
(4) Approval of Special Council Meeting Minutes: April 5, 2023 21-24
Special City Council Meeting Minutes Agenda Memo
2023 04 05 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
(5) Approval of Special Meeting Minutes: April 14, 2023 25- 28
Special City Council Meeting Minutes Agenda Memo
2023 04 14 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
(6) Approval of Closed Session Meeting Minutes: April 14, 2023 29
Closed Session Meeting Minutes Agenda Memo
(7) Approval of Special Meeting Minutes: April 17, 2023 31 - 35
Special City Council Meeting Minutes Agenda Memo
2023 04 17 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
Vision Statement: Belmont will be a vibrant, multi-generational community that incorporates small-town
charm and heritage with an entrepreneurial spirit.
ADDENDUM C

(8) A Resolution Approving The City of Belmont's Local Water Supply Plan 37-43
A Resolution Approving The City of Belmont's Local Water Supply Plan Agenda
Memo
(9) A Resolution Approving the City of Belmont's Water Shortage Response Plan 45-55
A Resolution Approving the City of Belmont's Water Shortage Response Plan
Agenda Memo
(10) Approval and Selection of a Vendor for an Aeration Basin Maintenance Project 57-64
at the Belmont Wastewater Treatment Plant
Approval of an Aeration Basin Maintenance Prolect at Wastewater Treatment
Plant Agenda Memo
(11) Approval of a Revised Ordinance Authorizing the Closing of S. Main Street and 65 -68
the Sale, Possession, and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages for the 2023
Friday Night Live Concert Series
Revised FNL Alcoholic Beverage and Road Closure Agenda Memo
C. AGENDA
(1) Public Comment 69
Public Comment Agenda Memo
(2) 2021-2022 Audit Presentation 71
2021-2022 Audit Presentation Agenda Memo
(3) Public Hearing for Consideration of Entering into an Installment Financing 73
Contract for Construction of the Recreation Center
Public Hearing for Consideration of Entering into an Installment Financing
Contract for Construction of the Recreation Center Agenda Memo
(4) Resolution Authorizing the negotiation of an installment financing contract 75- 78
and providing for certain other related matters thereto for the Recreation
Center
Resolution Approving an Installment Financing Contract for Construction of
the Recreation Center Agenda Memo
(5) Public Hearing for ZA2020.02A Del Webb/Carolina Riverside Development 79-86
(Signage): A request to add a condition of relief for the approved Del Webb
retirement community known as Carolina Riverside off of Armstrong Ford
Road to allow for flexibility in the standards for neighborhood identification
signage.
ZA2020.02A Agenda Memo
(6) Consider Adoption of an Ordinance Approving ZA2020.02A Del Webb/Carolina 87 -97
Riverside Development (Signage): A request to add a condition of relief for the
approved Del Webb retirement community known as Carolina Riverside off of
Armstrong Ford Road to allow for flexibility in the standards for neighborhood
Vision Statement: Belmont will be a vibrant, multi-generational community that incorporates small-town
charm and heritage with an entrepreneurial spirit.

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identification signage.
ZA2020.02A Ordinance Agenda Memo
D. REPORTS
(1) Downtown Belmont Development Association Board Report 99- 100
2023 04 20 Downtown Belmont Development Association Minutes
(2) Main Street Advisory Board Report 101 - 103
2023 04 20 Main Street Advisory Board Minutes
(3) Parks and Recreation Citizen's Advisory Board Report 105 - 107
2023 04 19 Parks& Recreation Citizens Advisory Board Minutes
(4) Environmental Sustainability Board Report 109 - 110
2023 04 11 Environmental Sustainability Board Minutes
(5) Board of Adjustment Report 111 - 112
2023 04 13 Board of Adjustment Minutes
(6) Interim Manager's Report 113
Interim Manager's Report Agenda Memo
E. OTHER BUSINESS
(1) Other Business 115
Other Business Agenda Memo
F. ADJOURNMENT
Vision Statement: Belmont will be a vibrant, multi-generational community that incorporates small-town
charm and heritage with an entrepreneurial spirit.

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Regular CityCouncil Belmont 47. 4)r,
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May 01, 2023
DESCRIPTION: Approval and Selection of a Vendor for an Aeration Basin Maintenance Project at the
Belmont Wastewater Treatment Plant
MEETING: 2023_05_01 Regular City Council
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
STAFF CONTACT: Bill Carroll
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
$305,400.00 in the Water and Sewer Fund. Potentially less depending on an engineers recommendation.
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
The Belmont Wastewater Treatment Plant is having a build up of solids in the aeration basin that is causing
significant challenges in the treatment process.This project would use a belt press to de-water solids in the
system and remove them permanently. Staff have attempted to collect multiple quotes on this project, but
only Bio-nomic Services replied. Due to the urgency of this project, Bio-nomic Services should be selected to
perform the work and the work should begin immediately.
EXHIBITS:
Bionomic Proposal
Bio Services Quote Breakdown
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommend approval of this capital project and selection of Bio-nomic Services as the vendor.

YouTube link for Council Meeting where aeration basin project was funded.
https://www.voutube.com/watch?v=3QkqYnHvfg)&t=380s

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BELMONT WWTP - AERATION BASIN SOILDS SUPPORT LLM • Mt
NORTH CAROLINA
MLSS REMOVAL VS TIME
35,000
MLSS,:30,000 mg/L
30,000
25,000
INFLECTION POINT WHERE
PRESS WILL BECOME
HYDRAULICALLY LIMITED
20,000 REMOVAL @ 40 DAYS
(BIONOMIC ASSUMPTION)
• LEAVES MLSS OF 14,000 mg/L
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15,000
2 - •
10,000
>120 DAYS w
2
5,000 63 DAYS
TARGET MLSS: 3,000 mg/L •
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0.00 10.00 20.00 30.00 40.00 50.00 60.00 70.00 80.00 90.00 100.00 110.00 120.00 0
Time,days
• MLSS,AT only • MLSS,max solids to press -MLSS Target
DEWATERING FROM DEWATERING AT THE AERATION BASIN INITIALLY BUT
AERATION BASIN ONLY THEN SWITCHING TO DEWATERING AT THE DIGESTERS
ONCE THE AERATION BASIN IS HYDRAULICALLY LIMITED
6/12/23

U.S. Biosolids, Inc.
R Box146
Ronda,
NC 28670 ileir4A
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[e-mail]
www.usbiosolids.com U.S. ibiosolicis
INVOICE
BILL TO INVOICE# 23-09071
City of Belmont DATE 09/07/2023
PO Box 431 DUE DATE 10/07/2023
115 N Main Street TERMS Net 30
Belmont, NC 28012
DATE ACTIVITY FIELD GALLONS RATE AMOUNT
08/21/2023 Land Application Field MH 2-5 78,000 0.062 4,836.00
08/22/2023 Land Application Field MH2-5 19,500 0.062 1,209.00
08/22/2023 Land Application Field MH 2-4 58,500 0.062 3,627.00
08/23/2023 Land Application Field MH 2-4 6,500 0.062 403.00
08/28/2023 Land Application Field 9-01 110,500 0.062 6,851.00
08/29/2023 Land Application Field 9-01 97,500 0.062 6,045.00
08/30/2023 Land Application Field 9-01 123,500 0.062 7,657.00
08/31/2023 Land Application Field 9-01 123,500 0.062 7,657.00
09/05/2023 Land Application Field 9-01 136,500 0.062 8,463.00
09/05/2023 Mobilization Mobilization, Set-Up, use of boom 1 11,500.00 11,500.00
truck, mixer, pump, and fill stand
09/05/2023 Mobilization&Fuel Fuel Surcharge 1,037 1.30 1,348.10
09/05/2023 Lime 74.56 Tons 74.56 70.00 5,219.20
For Land Application from WWTP BALANCE DUE $64,815.30
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ADDENDUM F