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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2019-088
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SELECT AND
PURCHASE, OUTRIGHT, A USED VACTOR TRUCK FOR A TOTAL
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $106,000,FROM THE MOTOR POOL FUND
WHEREAS, the Public Works Department has identified that a Vactor Truck is a crucial
safety need for the Water, Sewer, and Streets Departments; and
WHEREAS, unlike purchases of new equipment that can be completed without risk of
others buying the unit first, used equipment is sold as first come, first serve opportunities; and
WHEREAS,the City of Seward missed out on two opportunities to purchase a used Vactor
Truck to other buyers due to the additional time needed to pass a resolution through council; and
WHEREAS,by pre-approving the"not to exceed"amount of$106,000, the City Manager
would be able to authorize the next advantageous opportunity presented to the City; and
WHEREAS, funds for the purchase of the Vactor Truck were budgeted in the 2018-2019
capital budget approved by Council.
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 purchase a used Vactor Truck for an
amount not to exceed $106,000.
Section 2. Funding in the amount of$106,000 will come from Motor Pool Reserves account
and is included in the 2018-2019 budget.
Section 3.The Seward City Council hereby finds that it is in the public interest to select and
purchase a used Vactor Truck.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 14th
day of October, 2019.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2019-088
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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David uires, Mayor
AYES: Lane, McClure, Towsley, Seese, Osenga, Squires
NOES: None
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ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Brenda J. Ballo , MMC
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Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: October 14, 2019
To: City Council
Through: Scott Meszaros, City Manager C�
From: Doug Schoessler, Public Works Director
Agenda Item: Purchase of a Used Vactor Truck for the Public Works Department
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The 2018-2019 Budget"Public Works Capital Equipment"lists have$106,000 included to purchase
a used Vactor Truck with Motor Pool Funds. We have found two opportunities to purchase an
acceptable used model, but both times other buyers were able to purchase them before we could
bring a resolution to City Council. By preapproving funding and this Resolution,the City Manager
would be able to authorize the purchase a used Vactor Truck when an acceptable model becomes
available.
The Vactor Truck will meet all safety regulations and will be used for:
-Improving Employee Safety by reducing confined space hazardous entry needs.
-Locating multiple utilities without the risk of damaging them with an excavator.
-Excavating gravel during City digging projects.
-Cleaning out storm drains and culvert ends on City Streets.
-Pumping Sewer manholes and lift stations for blockage and general maintenance.
-Sewer jetting of clogged sewer mains.
-Digging post holes for Street signs.
INTENT:
To purchase a used Vactor Truck. This purchase will provide reliable service long into the future.
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CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
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1 Comprehensive Plan: 3.4.1 provide safe and efficient vehicular X
trans,ortatian acilities
2. Strategic Plan: 3.7 Public Facilities and Services X
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3. Other: X
FISCAL NOTE:
Funding for this purchase was appropriated in the FY2019 budget from the Motor Pool Fund
reserves 03000-0000-3400.
Approved by Finance Department:
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approve Resolution 2019-088, authorizing the purchase of one used Vactor Truck not to
exceed $106,000.00.