01-26-94 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 26, 1994 needs can probably be met with a less expensive piece of equipment. Warranties on these types of vehicles are typically 1 to 2 years. The Superintendent also pointed out that there are local merchants who would be likely to submit a bid on this type of equipment. LaValle asked if the 14-year-old Cushman had any trade-in value. The Superintendent was not sure. When the replacement purchase is further along in the process, those details would be determined. Hanson asked the age of the City's other Cushman. The Superintendent replied that it was 6 years old and he did not anticipate replacement for 5 or 6 years. Morelan asked if it were necessary to have two of these vehicles. The Superintendent felt it was, pointing out the amount of parks that are maintained as well as the numbers of summer help. The Superintendent reported that the Cushman's are highly utilized. Morelan questioned the road safety of the vehicles, and suggested that Public Works inspect and equip the vehicles as necessary with seat belts, etc. The Superintendent reported that a new vehicle will meet safety standards. The Superintendent commented that the Cushman truckster had too much road speed for his liking, and that other models had maximum road speeds of just a few miles per hour. The next capital improvement item reviewed was refurbishing or replacement of the City's 21-year-old vibratory asphalt roller. Estimated cost is $10,000. The Superintendent reported that while the engine has been replaced twice in this roller, it has never had a major overhaul. The roller is used for a variety of things such as patching streets, rolling sod, compacting trails, and rolling infields. Aanson asked if it would be better for the City to rent a roller when it needs one. The Superintendent estimated the cost of renting a roller for a day at $100, and pointed out that rental Page 2