Agenda - Public Works Committee - 07/18/2023

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Chairperson Riley stated that the reconstruction light seemed to be a good fit for Autumn Heights and asked if that has worked out well so far. Assistant City Engineer Feriancek replied that they had to do a few patches to address drainage but believe they have addressed that in the approach moving forward. Councilmember Musgrove commented that she is glad to see that they are able to come in under the original costs. Chairperson Riley commented that he agrees with not adding driveway culverts everywhere. He commented that if there are some spots that should be addressed, he would like that to be done, but does not want to add them just to add them. Assistant City Engineer Feriancek commented that during the design process staff inspects project areas during rain events and the spring thaw to identify potential issues with drainage. He stated that they did not notice any issues with drainage in this area. Chairperson Riley commented that the residents will be happy to have these streets repaired. Motion by Councilmember Woestehoff, seconded by Councilmember Musgrove, to recommend City Council approval of plans and specifications and authorizing advertisements for bids for Whispering Pines Estates Plat 3 Street Reconstructions, Improvement Project #23-10. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Riley, Councilmembers Woestehoff and Musgrove. Voting No: None. 5.04: Recommendation for Spending Remaining 2023 Budgeted Pavement Maintenance Funds Assistant City Engineer Feriancek reviewed the staff report and options available for the use of the remaining 2023 budgeted crack seal funds noting that they could be directed to Improvement Project #23-09 Pavement Rejuvenation Improvements or towards 2023 temporary pavement repair proj ects. Councilmember Musgrove used the scenario that the funds are not spent and asked if that would carry over to the next year or be transferred to the general fund. City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby replied that an excess balance is carried over to the next year and would continue to be earmarked for this purpose. Councilmember Musgrove commented that she would prefer to use the funds as there are a lot of potholes to fill this year. Chairperson Riley agreed that he would apply this balance to the pothole budget. Public Works Committee / June 20, 2023 Page 6 of 8