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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes2011-025 Sponsored by: Oates CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2011 -025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AUTHORIZING REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT OF THE PUMP SYSTEM FOR FIRE ENGINE #1 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $8,000, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS WHEREAS, Fire Engine 1 is a 1996 KME -model engine and is one of the City's primary engines for emergency response; and WHEREAS, the pump has failed and rendered this vehicle inoperable and simple repairs are not adequate; and WHEREAS, the cost to repair and replace major parts, including labor costs, was not foreseen in the 2011 budget projections; and WHEREAS, the estimated $6,500 for parts and shipping from the lower 48 would deplete the fire department's total allotted budgeted amounts for repairs and maintenance for 2011. lbw 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 Hale pump parts for the repair of Engine 1. Section 2. Funding in the amount of $8,000 is hereby appropriated from the motor pool net assets account no. 102- 0000 -3050 to the motor pool repair and maintenance account no. 102 -1020- 5380, and labor and materials are authorized to be charged to the motor pool in a total amount not to exceed $8,000 to repair the Engine 1 pump system. Section 3. This resolution shall take effect upon approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this day 11` day of April, 2011. haw CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2011 -025 THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Bob Valdatta, Councilmember AYES: Keil, Shafer, Casagranda, Valdatta NOES: None ABSENT: Smith, Bardarson, Dunham ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: J Johanna ney, CMC fr City Clerk • o f . ,i (Cit s !.!1YY U ! 11 C •. • P ° • ° , , AN* ar Agenda Statement Meeting Date: April 25, 2011 ,�of sets. To: Phillip Oates, City Manager u : r w From: David Squires, Fire Chief 4c sKP Agenda Item: Authorizing an appropriation in the amount of $8,000 from the Motor Pool Internal Service Fund for repairs and replacement of parts for Engine #1 BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: While operating at the scene of a fire it was noted that Engine One, a 1996 KME pumper truck with a Hale 1500 gallon per minute pump, had an oily substance dripping from an area that should contain only water. Upon inspection mechanics found water in an area of the pump transmission that should normally be filled with gear oil, leading mechanics to search for a worn or missing seal. A new seal kit was purchased to correct the problem. During the process of installing the new seal kit mechanics noted that the pump shaft had frozen to the front bearing. Fire Department staff, working in conjunction with our mechanics, spoke with a Hale pump specialist. Hale's recommendation to ensure full functionality of the pump was to replace the shaft, bearings and auto -lube assembly. They provided a cost estimate of approximately $6,500 for replacement parts. Engine One is a primary response vehicle that responds to all fires within our jurisdiction. As one of the relatively younger apparatus in our fleet it is anticipated to be in service for many years to come. It is vital that the pump be fully operational to provide the needed fire flow capacities we require to meet our ISO rating. Additionally, this is a four wheel drive unit that is relied upon to respond to emergencies during poor weather conditions. INTENT: The intent of this Resolution is to authorize funding in the amount of $8,000 to to repair and replace parts on Engine #1. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Where applicable, this agenda statement is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter, Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures or Other Plans or Policies. FISCAL NOTE: The fire department has positive equity in the motor pool to cover the cost of these repairs. The cash balance in the motor pool fund at 12/31/09 is $675,325. Approved by Finance Department: ,9 (,t � ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No O RECOMMENDATION: City Council approve Resolution 2011- authorizing funding in the amount of $8,000 to complete repairs on the pump on Engine #1. b O