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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, November 10, 2005
Minutes of a Regular meeting of the PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE of
the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held at
Town Hall in said Town of Estes Park on the 10' day of November,
2005.
Committee: Chairman Levine, Trustees Homeier and Jeffrey -Clark
Attending: All
Also Attending: Town Administrator Repola, Public Works Director
Linnane, Public Works Superintendent Mahany, Office
Manager Button, Deputy Clerk Schares
Absent: None
Chairman Levine called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.
Dir. Linnane announced Dave Mahany has been promoted to Public Works
Superintendent.
PARKS DEPARTMENT SNOWPLOW/SWAPLOADER DUMP TRUCK
REPLACEMENT (G60) - REQUEST APPROVAL TO PURCHASE BUDGETED ITEM.
The Parks Department budget includes $145,000 for the replacement of Pickup Truck G60
(1988 Chevrolet'/2 -ton pickup) with 17 years of service and 82,000 miles. This vehicle is
within the Town's vehicle replacement parameters (Type 1). The Parks Department is
requesting replacing the truck with a 4x4 1-ton Snowplow truck with Swaploader-type bed
attachments: Dump Body, Flatbed and V-Box Sander.
Bids received:
• Phil Long Ford - Colorado Springs, CO
2006 Ford F-550 - w/Snowplow & Swaploader,
Dump Body, Flatbed and V-Box Sander $92,137.80
Trade-in: Truck G60 -1988 Chevrolet / -ton 4x2 - $1,000.00
Bid Price: $91,137.80
• Burt Arapahoe Ford - Centennial, CO
2006 Ford F-550 - w/Snowplow & Swaploader,
Dump Body, Flatbed and V-Box Sander $93,629.80
Trade-in: Truck G60 -1988 Chevrolet 1 -ton 4x2 - $ 550.00
Bid Price: $ 93,129.80
Supt. Mahany explained the budgeted price for the truck was over estimated due to rising
steel costs for the snowplow and V-box attachments. Staff recommends trading in the
G60 and purchasing a new 2006 F-550 4X4 w/Snowplow, Swaploader and bodies -from
Phil Long Ford.
• Spradley Barr Ford - Fort Collins, CO
2006 Ford F-550 - w/Snowplow & Swaploader,
Dump Body, Flatbed and V-Box Sander $91,702.00
Trade-in: Truck G60 -1988 Chevrolet 1 -ton 4x2 - $ 250.00
Bid Price: $ 91,452.00
The Committee recommends approval of the bid from Phil Long Ford as
recommended by staff at a cost of $91,137.80.
BOND PARK RENOVATION - REQUEST APPROVAL.
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Administrator Repola reported the Town is currently replacing underground electrical
and irrigation lines in Bond Park. Dir. Linnane suggested completing the renovation of
Bond Park. Administrator Repola suggested using the remaining budgeted funds from
the purchase of the 2006 Ford F-550. The renovation could be completed for under
$45,000, including an additional 8 inches of top soil, adding mulch around the trees,
laying sod over the entire park, and a new trail throughout the park. Administrator
Repola stated all work at Bond Park would be completed by the Town. After further
discussion, the Committee recommends approval of an amount not to exceed
$45,000 from the 2005 Parks Budget for Park Improvements.
REPORTS.
1. Street Sign Project Update. Mgr. Button reported all 133 street signs are in
place. She stated the Parks Dept. has done a wonderful job, expending only
$12,200 out of the $20,000 budgeted. Mgr. Button stated there have been
several requests by the public for the old signs. Administrator Repola suggested
the signs could be sold at the next Heritage Festival in 2006. The Parks
Department has received positive feedback from the community regarding the
new signs and the improved visibility. The Committee commended Brian
VerHulst and the Parks Department for a job well done.
2. Eagle Rock School/Pedestrian Tunnel Mural Project Update. Cynthia
Elkins/Eagle Rock School reported the project is on schedule. Several painting
sessions are being scheduled. Dir. Linnane and the Committee thanked Ms.
Elkins for her commitment to the project. After further discussion, the
Committee recommended using funds from the future sale of the old street
signs to sponsor a tile painting session at Imagine This.
Miscellaneous.
George Hockman introduced a bird house project. Staff will work with Mr. Hockman to
coordinate placing the bird houses around town.
There being no further business, Chairman Levine adjourned the meeting at 8:45 a.m.
Suz / chares, Deputy Town Clerk
APPROVED
NOV 2 2 2005
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
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