Item 11- RCA Manville Water Service Transfer — original pdf

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Posting Language ..Title Authorize execution of all documents and agreements necessary for a water utility service contract with Manville Water for the property located at 14910 Cameron Road, Austin, TX 78660. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact. ..De Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note This item has no fiscal impact. Prior Council Action: For More Information: Amy Everhart, Director, Local Government Issues, 512-322-6087; Robin Cappello, Director, AE Corporate Support Services 702-496-3171; Andrew Moore, Strategic Facilities Project Manager, 512-974-7604. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: September 8, 2025- To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. Additional Backup Information: This item will authorize the execution of a water utility service contract with Manville Water for service to the Austin Energy Cameron Warehouse. The City of Austin entered into a purchase and sale agreement with Trammel Crow Company for the land, building, tenant improvements and furniture, fixtures and equipment. The project is complete, and the purchase has been executed, the existing Manville Water service needs to be transferred to Austin Energy. The purchase of the property was completed in May 2025 and is scheduled to be operational in August 2025. The facility is a critical infrastructure investment designed to enhance the operational efficiency, resiliency, and service capabilities of Austin Energy. This 155,000-square-foot facility, with the potential for future expansion to 175,000 square feet, will serve as a central hub for transmission, substation, and distribution warehousing, smart metering testing, electrical relay laboratory operations, and an Austin 311 backup call center. Strategically located to consolidate multiple existing storage locations, the facility will reduce drive times, streamline inventory management, and improve supply chain efficiency. The project prioritizes sustainability, featuring rainwater collection adaptability, solar panel readiness, and a well-being-focused design that enhances employee safety and operational conditions. This facility represents a long-term commitment to supporting the City’s growing energy needs while advancing operational reliability and emergency response capabilities. Item 11