Agenda - Public Works Committee - 10/18/2022

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Community Development Director/Deputy City Admin Hagen stated that this will need to be part of the budgeting discussions because funding may need to start increasing in 2023 in order to have the needed funding for the roads going forward and spread that cost out. Finance Director Lund commented that because she does not know what the levy will be this year and with fluctuating costs, it is hard to project. She noted that the CIP costs are based on estimates prior to this market and those may increase as well. She stated that there has to be something locked in for the levy increase and did not believe five percent is accurate for a growing city. Chairperson Riley recognized that is more of a budget discussion that could be discussed by the full Council. He stated that if staff has a recommendation that may help the Council make that decision, that would be helpful. Finance Director Lund stated that for the July budget meeting she will be using the current proposal as the starting point. Chairperson Riley referenced patching methods and costs and stated that he asked for more information on that and asked what else could be done. Public Works Superintendent Riemer provided details on the different methods of patching and associated costs. Chairperson Riley recognized that residents continue to demand repairs, and this helps to show the work that is being done. He asked if funds are available or whether funds need to be directed in order to allocate more funds towards patching. Public Works Superintendent Riemer believed there would be funds in the budget that could absorb the additional cost. Chairperson Riley commented that it seems to make sense to follow the more efficient path. Councilmember Musgrove agreed that this would be more efficient and less impact to the public works staff people. PW Street Supervisor Shane Turner provided additional details on the more efficient patching method. He confirmed that the machinery is trailered, and that the City has the trailers available. Public Works Superintendent Riemer noted the only piece that would be new equipment. PW Street Supervisor Shane Turner commented that there would be a secondary bucket that would go with the machine. Councilmember Musgrove asked how soon the equipment could be obtained if approved. PW Street Supervisor Shane Turner commented that there is one available right now at Lano Equipment, therefore it could be a quick turnaround. Public Works Committee / June 21, 2022 Page 12 of 13