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PUBLIC WORKS <br /> C <br /> March 9, 2011 <br /> Ray McIntosh <br /> 901 Rucker Avenue <br /> Everett, Washington 98201 <br /> Re: Plumbing Investigation at 901 Rucker Avenue for Backwater Valve Program <br /> Dear Mr. McIntosh: <br /> The City of Everett's contractor, Seattle Drain Services, inspected the plumbing and <br /> drainage at your property on December 15, 2010, to determine if a backwater valve is <br /> appropriate for your residence. Enclosed is a summary of their findings. <br /> The report recommends the installation of a backwater valve on the private side sewer <br /> that connects your home to the City's sewer main to reduce the risk of basement flooding <br /> from sewer backups. Please review the report and contact us with any questions. <br /> The next step is for you to confirm that you want to proceed with the program. To do <br /> that, please call Grant Moen at (425) 257-8947 and confirm your desire to have the City <br /> coordinate and fund the installation of a backwater valve on your side sewer. After <br /> receiving your authorization, we will hire a contractor to install the backwater valve in <br /> accordance with the installation and maintenance agreement documents you previously <br /> signed. <br /> If you choose to proceed, the contractor will contact you to schedule the installation. <br /> However, this is still a few weeks away. At the conclusion of the work, the excavation will <br /> be refilled and hardened surfaces (driveways and/or sidewalks) will be restored. You will <br /> also be provided on-site training on the operation and maintenance of the valve. <br /> Restoration of grass, plants and landscaping are your responsibility. <br /> The report also identifies deficiencies in your plumbing, sewer and drainage system. This <br /> includes: <br /> • Side sewer line has some offsets that could cause future blockages. <br /> • Before the installation of a backwater valve, we recommend that all downspouts <br /> be disconnected from underground lines and capped, so that roof water does not <br /> flow out of the outside floor drain when the backwater valve closes. <br /> CITY OF EVERETT • 3200 Cedar Street • Everett, WA 98201 • (425) 257-8800 • Fax (425) 257-8882 <br />