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Water Tower Reconditioning - The most visible project during 2012 was the reconditioning of the water tower. The tower, a 500,000 -gallon elevated, fluted -column design, was originally constructed in 1992 and had spot repairs performed in 2003. The tower was 20 years old and was ready for a fresh coat of paint. In addition, structural modifications were needed to correct some deficiencies and meet current OSHA requirement. Public Works teamed with KLM Engineering to complete the project. KLM provided the technical expertise with specifications and inspection, while Public Works prepared the bidding and contract requirements, project administration, and construction management. This arrangement saved approximately $50,000 in engineering consulting costs. The bid documents required prices for two construction schedules associated with an early season and late season. Although it was possible to complete the project before Festival in the Park, the price for the late season schedule was $110,000 less than the price to have it complete by the Festival. Therefore, it was agreed to delay the reconditioning to fall and Odland Protective Coatings of Rockford, Minnesota was awarded the project for $449,800. Although painting work began in August and was complete by mid-October, Public Works had to coordinate the removal of the telecommunication equipment off the tower before Odland could begin. This took a lot of time and effort, as did the coordination to reinstall the equipment. Many of the telecom carriers upgraded their equipment to 4`h generation (4G) technology. water tower at start of construction water tower after construction Other Capital Improvements In addition to the projects listed above, the following notable improvements were completed in 2012: Municipal Well No. 3 and 5 Rehabilitation: Five quotes submitted that ranged from $52,585 to $84,869 with low quote Keys Well Drilling Company of St. Paul, Minnesota. Engineering performed in-house. Reroofing of Community Center and Water Treatment Plant No. 1: The City received 12 bids ranging from $267,000 to $482,793 with low bid by Rosenquist Construction, Inc. of Minneapolis. Lambert Park Baseball Field Irrigation, and Grading Improvements: Reconstructed baseball field that was displaced by new park shelter and included fencing, benches, in -field and outfield grading and turf, new irrigation system. Community Center Improvements: Various improvements including HVAC cleaning and decontamination, ceiling tile replacement in event center, and approval of a new HVAC building automation system. LHB, Inc. was authorized to perform retrocommissioning study. 2012 ANNUAL REPORT I DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS PAGE 10