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HomeMy WebLinkAbout9A - CR 21 Watermain Replacement Project ~o~ PR~ f... ~ U ~ ~ MEETING DATE: AGENDA #: PREPARED BY: AGENDA ITEM: DISCUSSION: ISSUES: FINANCIAL IMPACT: 4646 Dakota Street S.E. Prior Lake, MN 55372-1714 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT AUGUST 17, 2009 9A STEVE ALBRECHT, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE CR 21 WATERMAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT Introduction The purpose of this agenda item is for the City Council to approve a resolution approving the plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement of bids for CR 21 Watermain Project. Historv During the winter of 2008-2009 the City experienced several watermain breaks in the CR 21 Watermain between Eau Claire Trail and Quincey Street. The City Council ordered a Feasibility Report to examine the condition of the watermain and options for its repair or replacement. The Feasibility Report was presented to the City Council on June 15, 2009. Based on the condition of the watermain described and depicted in the Feasibility Study breaks will continue if the watermain is not replaced. On July 20, 2009 the City Council authorized preparation of plans and specifications by AE2S. Current Circumstances The plans and specifications have been completed by AE2S and are ready for bid. The City plans to separate the directional drilling from the watermain connection and roadway work for bidding purposes to expedite the project and reduce costs for the City. In order to allow adequate time for construction this fall it is important to proceed with design of the project. The following project schedule is necessary in order to ensure completion before weather inhibits construction and restoration of the CR 21. City Council Approves Plans and Specifications, Authorizes Advertisement for Bids City Council Considers Easement Compensation Agreements I City Council Awards Bid I Proiect Completed August 17, 2009 September 8, 2009 September 21,2009 I December 2009 I Bidding the project does not obligate the City to proceed with the Project however this is a high priority project which affects the long term dependability of our water system. In order to complete bidding the City needs to advertise for bids, locate additional utilities and submit permits. The total cost of these services is $7,500 ~rrigrwn~~rom the Water and Sewer Fund. Pb.one 952.447.9.800 / Fax 952.447.4245 ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve a resolution approving the plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids and securing permits for the CR 21 Watermain Replacement Project. 2. Table the Resolution for a specific reason. 3. Deny the Resolution. Alternative # 1 " RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE CR 21 WATERMAIN PROJECT Motion By: Second By: WHEREAS, The CR 21 watermain between Eau Claire Trail and Quincy Street is an important piece of the City's water infrastructure; and WHEREAS, Breaks occurring this past winter revealed that if left unrepaired the watermain will most likely continue to fail annually at considerable cost to the City; and, WHEREAS, On June 15, 2009 the City Council accepted a Feasibility Study for the repair and reconstruction of the CR 21 watermain and authorized Staff to pursue relocation of the watermain to the northern boulevard of CR 21 utilizing directional drilling. SRF was authorized to proceed with easement acquisition on the City's behalf; and WHEREAS, On July 20, 2009 the City Council approved a contract with AE2S for design of the CR 21 Watermain Replacement Project; and WHEREAS, In order to complete the project this fall the City needs to begin design of the project; and WHEREAS, The Plans and Specifications have been completed and the project is ready for advertisement for bids. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA as follows: 1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein. 2. Staff is authorized to complete permit utility location, submittal and advertisement for bids for an amount not to exceed $7,500. 3. Funding for these services shall come from account # 601-49400. PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 1ih DAY OF AUGUST 2009. YES NO Haugen Erickson Hedberg LeMair Millar Haugen Erickson Hedberg LeMair Millar Frank Boyles, City Manager www.cityofpriorlake.com Phone 952.447.9800 / Fax 952.447.4245