CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM
Petitioner:
Les Lee Shell, Deputy County Manager Marci Henson, Director of Department of Environment and Sustainability
Recommendation:
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Authorize the Chair to sign the Interlocal Agreement with U.S. Geological Survey, for CBE No. 606461-22, Rare Plant Propagation Research Phase II; or take other action as appropriate. (For possible action)
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Fund #:
2360.000
Fund Name:
Habitat Conservation
Fund Center:
1300215080
Funded PGM/Grant:
N/A
Amount:
Not to exceed $628,573
Description:
Rare Plant Propagation Research Phase II
Additional Comments:
The total Agreement award is not to exceed $628,573 should all renewal options be exercised.
BACKGROUND:
This Agreement is for research on seed ecology, propagation techniques, exploring the feasibility of establishing nursery stock for rare species, and creating conservation collections of seeds. The following are the pertinent provisions of the Agreement:• The term of the Agreement is from date of award through December 31, 2026. • Includes the County’s option to terminate for cause, convenience or default and suspend the Agreement with advanced written notice.The recommendation of award is in accordance with NRS 277.180. The parties are authorized to enter into interlocal contracts to perform governmental functions and activities.