HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 10303 - 2026/09/14RESOLUTION 10303
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
APPROVING THE PROPOSAL FROM KLM
ENGINEERING FOR INSPECTING THE WATER TOWER AND GROUND
RESERVOIR
WHEREAS, the City has the responsibility to efficiently operate the water
distribution system; and
WHEREAS, the 2,000,000 gallon (2MG) reinforced -concrete ground reservoir
was constructed in 1968 and works in conjunction with the booster station. The
500,000-gallon elevated, fluted -column water tower was constructed in 1992; and
WHEREAS, AWWA standards recommend inspecting these facilities every 3-5
years. The tower was last inspected in 2021 and the ground reservoir in 2019; and
WHEREAS, KLM engineering has provided a proposal to complete the
inspection of the Water Tower and Ground Reservoir at cost of $9,300.00; and
WHEREAS, the Scope of the inspections will include the following:
Exterior and interior evaluation is critical to determine whether the tank is a candidate
for repairs or reconditioning. KLM inspectors will also check for structure deficiencies
and OSHA compliance. For each evaluation, KLM will provide an AMPP/NACE
Coatings Inspector that is properly trained and qualified to perform this type of
evaluation. The exterior will be inspected from all areas accessible without rigging,
unless otherwise written into this Agreement. Conditions of both the interior and exterior
may be examined using ultrasonic thickness readings (UT), dry film thickness (DFT)
and standard ASTM tests.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Mounds
View, Ramsey County, Minnesota as follows:
1. Approves the proposal from KLM Engineering for inspections of the Water
Tower and Ground Reservoir at a cost of $9,300.00.
2. Funded from the Water Department 2026 adopted budget account 700-4823-
3030.
3. The Mayor and City Administrator are hereby authorized and directed to
execute all appropriate documents to effectuate the actions contemplated by
this resolution.
The Mounds View Vision
A Thriving Desirable Commimily
Resolution 10303 Continued
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4. The Mayor and City Administrator, Staff and consultants are hereby
authorized and directed to take any and all additional steps and actions
necessary or convenient in order to accomplish the intent of this Resolution.
Adopted this 14th day of September 2026
ch Lindstrom, Mayor
ATTEST: 141� ) j
Nyle Am ity dministrator
(Seal)