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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-045
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE A
TOYOTA FORKLIFT FOR THE ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
WAREHOUSE IN THE AMOUNT OF $43,965 AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS
WHEREAS, the current forklift utilized by the City of Seward Electric Department
warehouse has unexpectedly failed and is beyond economic repair; and
WHEREAS, a forklift is required to maintain essential operational capabilities; and
WHEREAS, a rental forklift was considered, but the financial analysis showed that
purchasing a forklift outright is more cost-effective, as rental costs would equal the purchase price
in approximately two years; and
WHEREAS, a quote was received for the purchase of a Toyota forklift at a cost of
$43,965.00, which is deemed reasonable and prudent giventhecircumstances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Council authorizes the City Manager to purchase a Toyota forklift for
the Electric Department Warehouse at a total cost of $43,965.00.
Section 2. Funding in the amount of $43,965 is hereby appropriated from the Unassigned
Fund Balance account 15000-0000-3400 to the Electric Fund, Electric General Operations, Capital
Equipment account 15000-3000-8103.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 12th
day of May 2025.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-045
AYES: Barnwell, Finch, Osenga, Warner, Crites, McClure
NOES: None
ABSENT: Wells
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: May 12, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Taylor Crocker, Electric Operations Supervisor
Subject: Resolution 2025-045: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase a Toyota
Forklift for the Electric Department Warehouse in the Amount of $43,965
and Appropriating Funds
Background and justification:
The Electric Department warehouse requires an operational forklift to handle essential daily tasks
and material management efficiently. The current forklift has experienced an unexpected failure
and has been determined to be economically unfeasible to repair. This critical piece of equipment
was inadvertently overlooked during the current budget cycle, necessitating immediate
replacement to avoid operational disruptions.
In exploring options, the Electric Department considered rental alternatives but determined that
purchasing was substantially more economical. With rental fees totaling the purchase price in
approximately two years, the outright purchase presents clear long-term savings.
The Electric Department solicited quotes from three vendors. Only All Pro was able to provide a
Toyota forklift with a three-phase lift capability, uniquely suitable for navigating through the
existing warehouse fire door. The selected forklift from All Pro is competitively priced at
$43,965.00, representing the best value and compatibility with existing infrastructure constraints.
This acquisition is essential to maintain warehouse operations, improve efficiency, and ensure
continued reliability in warehouse logistics and inventory management for the Electric
Department.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $
This legislation (✓):
x
Creates revenue in the amount of: $
Creates expenditure in amount of:
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s): 15000-3000-8103
x
Not budgeted
Not applicable
$ 43,965.00
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
x
Yes
SMIC
Parking
Other
x
Electric
Water
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
$
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
Administration Recommendation
x
Adopt Resolution
Other: