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Item No: 7H Meeting Date: August 8, 2016 Type of Business: Council Business Administrator Review: ____ City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Brian Erickson, Public Works Director/City Engineer Item Title/Subject: Resolution 8613, Approve Replacement of Two Existing Hydrants on County Road H in Conjunction with Ramsey County’s Project Introduction: The Ramsey County’s reconstruction of the I-35W and County Road H project is well underway. As construction has progressed at the intersection of Mounds View Boulevard and County Road H, it was discovered that two hydrants would be in the street or curb of the new roadway. As a result they need to be relocated further north in the county right of way. Unfortunately, this was not included as part of the design, so Public Works staff has been working with Ramsey County to resolve this situation. Discussion: With the need to relocate these hydrants, staff reviewed the condition of the hydrants. It was determined that replacing them would be appropriate as they are approximately 50 years old. Since the contractor is responsible for relocating them the City would only need to purchase the new hydrants and isolation valves. It was decided that the City would provide the necessary material; however, the contractor will be responsible for the labor costs. Some other minor costs such as additional piping will be covered under the construction costs as well. Staff requested a quote from Ferguson Waterworks for providing the necessary material. The material would include two new hydrants, isolation valves for each hydrant, and necessary fittings to make all the appropriate connections. The estimated cost is $11,111.51. This cost is not in the 2016 Water Budget; however, there is a line item for gate valve replacement in the amount of $15,000.00. No gate valves are scheduled for replacement at this time and thus funding could come from 700-4823-7030. Recommendation: Staff recommends the Council approve the quote from Ferguson Waterworks for the purchase of the hydrants, pipe, valves and fittings in the amount of $11,111.51. Funding to come from 700- 4823-7030. Staff also requests a contingency of 10% or $1,111.00 for unforeseen expenses during the installation of the hydrants. Total not to exceed 12,222.51. Respectfully Submitted, Brian L. Erickson, P.E. Director of Public Works/City Engineer