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<br /> <br /> <br />CITY OF HUGO <br /> <br />CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT <br /> <br /> <br />TO: Bryan Bear, City Administrator <br /> <br />FROM: Mike Loeffler, Public Works Lead Worker <br /> <br />SUBJECT: Replacement of Asphalt Wheel Saw/Planer <br /> <br />DATE: For the City Council Meeting of August 16, 2021 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />BACKGROUND <br /> <br />In 2006, the City purchased a Bobcat Wheel Saw/Planer to assist in the cutting and <br />milling of asphalt patches. This piece of equipment will cut asphalt or concrete for <br />preparation of asphalt patches. This piece of equipment has been in service for 15 <br />seasons and is nearing the end of its useful life. Staff is looking to replace the wheel <br />saw and is recommending a Caterpillar SW345 Wheel Saw. <br /> <br />The equipment listed on the quote from Ziegler Cat has been reviewed with the Finance <br />Department. Public Works staff has worked with the Finance Department and money is <br />included in the 2021 budget to cover this purchase. <br /> <br />Public Works staff is seeking Council authorization for the replacement of the existing <br />2006 wheel saw/planer. If approved by the City Council, this piece of equipment would <br />be purchased using the Sourcewell Cooperative Contract #032119-CAT, which is the <br />equivalent to the Mn/DOT Cooperative Purchasing Venture (CPV) assuring that the City <br />of Hugo will receive the best price available while providing us with the necessary <br />options to choose from. <br /> <br /> <br />DESIRED ACTION <br /> <br />Staff recommends the City Council authorize the purchase of an asphalt wheel saw as <br />outlined in the quote from Ziegler Cat dated July 28, 2021. <br />