I. RECOMMENDATION:
Council Authorization to execute a contract with PB Loader Corporation to conduct the necessary repairs to the Public Works Patch Truck.
II. BACKGROUND:
The patch truck is in need to several repairs to bring it back into working order so that the public works department can continue to maintain its streets (pot holes, patch jobs, assist paving machine on larger jobs, ect) and patch asphalt sections of road during water, sewer and gas repairs. There are several items (listed on the quote that need to be replaced) that need to replaced.
III. DISCUSSION:
Staff requested a quote from PB Loader Corporation who is familiar with working on this type of equipment. A copy of the quote is attached. Staff did consider the cost of replacement ($250,000) as an alternative but it was not feasible and the truck is in good working condition as well as the patcher it self ($150,000). It is just in need of refurbishment ($47,827.55).
IV. ALTERNATIVES:
Do not repair the patch truck - staff does not recommend.
V. FISCAL IMPACT:
The total cost for refurbishment is $47,827.55. A copy of the quote has been attached to this report. The funds would be derived from major machinery/equipment repair line items from the water, sewer, gas and gas tax funds. This is an unanticipated expense for each line item, however, each fund is capable of covering its shared expense as a whole. | | |