Title
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY PLOWING PROGRAM; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: This project involves a residential driveway plowing program for eligible residents during the 2024/2025 snow season.
Body
Legislative History
23-0100 - Senior Snowplow Program Proposal discussion
24-0060 - Residential Driveway Plowing Program discussion
Purpose & Explanation
The Residential Driveway Plowing Program is designed to provide snow removal services to assist seniors and adults with disabilities during the harsh winter months. This program provides a vital service by ensuring that driveways are cleared of snow, allowing seniors to safely leave their homes for essential activities such as medical appointments, prescription pick-ups, and accessing emergency services.
As discussed at the June 11, 2024, Council Workshop meeting, Public Works will bid both driveway snow plowing and ancillary sidewalk snow clearing where applicable. A budget amount of $45,000 is being requested to accommodate approximately 50-75 program participants and considering a typical winter snowfall season.
Legal Authority for Proposed Legislation
Pursuant to Charter Section 6.04:
X Competitively bid and advertised for three consecutive weeks
Joint or Cooperative Purchase Program
Professional Services
Other [provide explanation]
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
X Supplemental Appropriation Required (Account #101-7800-52396, $45,000)
Appropriation Not Required.
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
X Yes, timing considerations due to bidding process
No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that Council approve this authorization for the City Manager to advertise for bids and enter into a contract for the 2024/2025 Residential Driveway Plowing Program.
Submitted by,
Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager
Kevin Powell, Public Works Director
Eric Hutchinson, Assistant Public Works Director