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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-033
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA,CONTRACTING WITH FIRST STUDENT FOR OPERATION OF
THE SEASONAL SEWARD SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED $245,415, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
WHEREAS,in 2010 Seward began providing a shuttle bus service between the cruise ship
terminal, the harbor and historical downtown Seward; and,
WHEREAS,the service has proved beneficial to the economic well-being of our community
and is valued by the cruise ship industry;and,
WHEREAS, Seward intends to provide the same level of service in 2014 and 2015; and
WHEREAS,in accordance with Seward City Code 6.10.310 the City of Seward released a
request for proposals on March 4,2014 to include all the cost associated with providing the services;
and
WHEREAS, First Student Inc. was the successful proposer; and
WHEREAS,the shuttle bus has been funded from Commercial Passenger Vessel Excise Tax
receipts ("Cruise Ship Tax") and this is an appropriate use of the funds; and
WHEREAS, these services will facilitate the flow of visitors around the City of Seward
during summer months to maximize the Seward experience and provide a means to assist cruise
passengers transport their luggage between the Dale Lindsey Cruise Ship Terminal and the Alaska
Railroad Depot.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to enter into a contract between First
Student Inc. and the City of Seward in substantial form as attached hereto, with 2014 and 2015
operations not to exceed $245,415.
Section 2. The Seward City Council hereby appropriates the amount of$245,415 from the
commercial passenger vessel proceeds account no. 807-0000-3071-0805 to the Bus Transportation
contracted services account no. 805-8051-5390.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-033
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 14th day of
April, 2014.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: April 14, 2014
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Agenda Item: Shuttle bus service contract with First Student
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward has contracted out for the operation of a shuttle bus service since 2010. The service
benefits pedestrians in Seward including ship passengers and crew and is funded utilizing Commercial
Passenger Vessel Excise Tax receipts ("Cruise Ship Tax").
In accordance with Seward City Code and as reported to council, a Request for Proposals was prepared to
issue the contract for the summers of 2014 and 2015. The request solicited qualified firms to provide
transportation services to cruise ship passengers and other visitors,between the Seward Cruise Ship Port,
the Alaska Railroad Seward Depot, the downtown business district, and the Seward Small Boat Harbor
from May 14, 2014 through September 16, 2014, and then approximately equivalent dates in 2015. The
RFP required no addenda.
One plan holder responded,First Student, and was judged to be responsive and reviewed by the selection
team using the criteria reported to Council. A draft contract is attached. Services for the shuttle are
scheduled to begin May 14, 2014.
INTENT: Approve a contract for shuttle bus services with First Student Inc.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
Comprehensive Plan (document source here): Economic Development
1, and Transportation: Improve public transportation between downtown X
and the harbor
Strategic Plan (document source here): Foster a community with diverse
2. transportation facilities including road, rail, air, pedestrian and water X
routes that meet the needs of residents, businesses and visitors.
3. Other(list): X
FISCAL NOTE:
The total of funding required for the shuttle program, $245,415 will be appropriated from the Commercial
Passenger Vessel funds to the Bus Transportation Fund.
Approved by Finance Department: , API■ _
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ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
The City Attorney assisted in the RFP process and provided comments for the draft contract in 2013.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council approve Resolution 2014- ,) authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract
with First Student and appropriate $245,415 of cruise ship head tax funds for the 2014-2015
shuttle bus service contract.