Minutes - Public Works Committee - 04/15/2025

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Chairperson Olson asked if there would be problems with the aging grader if this were spread over the next six years. City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby provided details on the condition of the grader and the repairs that are completed each year. He stated that eventually the transmission will go out and would cost $60,000 to $70,000 to replace. He confirmed that there would be an option to rent a grader if necessary. Councilmember Riley commented that, potentially, the cost is not $2,200,000 if assessments are involved. City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby provided additional details on potential assessments and potential challenges that could occur if the assessment is set too high. Councilmember Riley commented that because of the small number of properties on each road, it would seem that assessments would not be worth the effort. Councilmember Specht agreed. Chairperson Olson also agreed. Councilmember Riley asked if staff had any input on how the projects could be broken up. City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby replied that the case from the previous meeting included a priority list for the projects. He confirmed that the Committee does not support assessments and asked if the Committee supports bonding. Councilmember Specht stated that he would support bonding. Councilmember Riley stated that he would not support bonding. Chairperson Olson stated that he would be neutral on that. Councilmember Specht suggested that the topic of a multi-year gravel road elimination program, to include potential funding sources, and priority list, move forward to a Council worksession. Chairperson Olson agreed that a worksession format would be the best path forward. Councilmember Riley believed that this should have its own worksession to ensure sufficient time. 6. COMMITTEE / STAFF INPUT 6.01: Review Preliminary Street Lighting Plans for The COR Public Works Committee / April 15, 2025 Page 5 of 7