Agenda - Public Works Committee - 02/18/2025

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Proposed Improvements The bituminous curbing is proposed to be replaced with surmountable concrete curb and gutter. At driveways, a curb cut similar to what is typically placed in B-style curb will be placed to avoid a high transition from the roadway to driveways. The new pavement section will include 3.5-inches of new bituminous pavement over 4- inches of aggregate base. The aggregate base is proposed to be made of recycled reclamation. The Xenolith flume is proposed to be replaced with a new concrete flume, only minor grading to the existing swale to tie-in is proposed. There is not sufficient depth to convert this flume to a storm sewer inlet and run i in to the existingpond. The 159th Lane flume is proposed to be replaced with storm sewer inlets and pipingp p p piping running to the existing pond, which has sufficient depth to handle the pipe system. Restoration of the impacted boulevards will include a minimum of 4-inches topsoil and hydroseed with a residential turf seed mix. Though the pavement is generally going back to the same location and elevation, driveway aprons will be replaced to match into the new concrete curb and gutter. In general, the boulevard impacts and driveway impacts will occur within 6 feet of the existing pavement. Preliminary Schedule Remaining • Council approves plans and specifications / authorizes ad for bids o February 25, 2025 • Staff Receives Bids o March 31, 2025 • Council Awards Contract to the Lowest Responsible Bidder o April 8, 2025 • Contractor Begins Construction o Spring / Summer 2025 • Contractor Substantially Completes Construction o New bituminous pavement in -place, topsoil and seed in -place o August 30, 2025 • Contractor Final Completion o Verify final restoration; punch list created o September 30, 2025 Final plans are not attached to this case to prevent potential bidders from downloading plans attached to the case to prepare and submit their bids, rather than purchasing the plans through QuestCDN, the electronic bidding software used by the City of Ramsey. This ensures all bidders are bidding off the same set of plans, and all bidders are notified of any plan revisions (addenda) issued during the bidding process. Attached is the title sheet showing the scope of the improvements, as well as a plan sheet showing the typical sections, which includes information on the proposed pavement section. Plans are available upon request from the City Engineer. Staff proposes to bid projects separately, but to bid and award projects as close together as practical, which generally allows for a better bidding environment for the City. Notification: Notification is not required for this case. Staff will update the project webpage, to keep residents informed on the progress of the project. Time Frame/Observations/Alternatives: Timeframe: Staff estimates up to 15 minutes will be required to present and answer questions on this case.