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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReg 2003-04-21 Item 8A - Loan Acceptance - Public Works Trust Fund Loan for Design of Cascade View Neighborhood Drainage for $100,000CAS Number: 03-056 Agenda Item Title: Accept Public Works Trust Fund loan of $100,000.00 for design of Cascade View Neighborhood Drainage Project. I Original Sponsor: I Timeline: Sponsor's Summary: Meeting Date 4/21/03 Meeting Date 4/21/03 03 -06b COUNCIL AGENDA SYNOPSIS 1 Meeting Date 4/21/03 Council Initials Prepared by 1 Mayor's review 1 Council review ITEM INFORMATION Original Agenda Date: April 21, 2003 Admin. Public Works ITEM NO. a The Public Works Trust Fund has approved our application of a loan for $100,000.00 to design a storm drainage system for the Cascade View neighborhood. Improvements to the storm drains, water mains and street restorations will be included. Recommendations: Sponsor: Authorize Mayor to sign the loan agreement with Public Works Trust Fund. Committee: Forward to Regular Council. Administration: Same as sponsor. Cost Impact (if known): $100,000.00 loan at %2% per annum for a term of 5 years. Fund Source (if known): Storm Drainage 412 Fund RECORD OF COUNCIL ACTION Action APPENDICES Attachments Information Memo dated March 27, 2003 Loan Agreement with Public Works Trust Fund Utility Committee Meeting Minutes from April 8, 2003 TO: Mayor Mullet FROM: Public Works Directolat) DATE: March 27, 2003 UU SUBJECT: Loan from the Public Works Trust Fund ISSUE In February 2003, the City of Tukwila Public Works Department applied for a $100,000 Public Works Trust Fund loan to design neighborhood improvements for the Cascade View area of Tukwila. This loan was approved in March and now awaits formal acceptance by the City. BACKGROUND INFORMATION MEMO The Cascade View Neighborhood continues to experience many drainage and groundwater problems. The City completed the Cascade View Neighborhood Drainage and Groundwater Study in 2002 that recommended various drainage and roadway improvements totaling $5,043,000 for design and construction. Various funding options have been pursued to design and construct these improvements, including a construction loan through the PWTF that scored well but failed to receive funding, and Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) that were approved for a total of $315,000. This $100,000 PWTF design loan combined with the CDBG funds and City 412 funds will be used for design of these improvements. Remaining 412 design funds currently budgeted will be moved to the construction phase of this project and used as City match for the next PWTF loan application due in May. RECOMMENDATION Forward to Council with the recommendation to accept the loan from the Public Works Trust Fund for the Cascade View Neighborhood Improvements. RL:ad attachments: Loan Agreement with PWTF file: 00- DRO6.2 (P:proje<uU- DR Projects \00-DR06\PWTP Design Loan Acceptance Memo) PART I: ENTIRE AGREEMENT This agreement, and incorporated attachments, contains all terms and conditions agreed to by the PUBLIC WORKS BOARD and the LOCAL GOVERNMENT. This contract consists of ten pages and two attachments. An attachment to this agreement, ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK, consists of a description of local project activities, certification of the project's useful life, and identification of estimated project costs and fund sources and is, by this reference, incorporated into this agreement as though set forth fully herein. In addition, ATTACHMENT 11: ATTORNEY'S CERTIFICATION, is by this reference incorporated into this agreement. The PUBLIC WORKS BOARD and the LOCAL GOVERNMENT have executed this agreement as of the date,and year last written below. PUBLIC WORKS BOARD John LaRocque, Executive Director Public Works Board Date APPROVED AS TO FORM ONLY Date This 17 Day of March, 2003 Mt L (j(} (6 Christine O. Gregoire Federal Taxpayer Identification Number Attorney General By: Signature on File Jeanne A. Cushman Assistant Attomey General PUBLIC WORKS TRUST FUND PRE CONSTRUCTION LOAN AGREEMENT NUMBER PW -03- 691 -PRE -102 TUKWILA Page 1 LOCAL GOVERNMENT Print Name Signature Title 2003 PWTF Pre Construction loan Agreement PART II: INTRODUCTION This loan agreement is made and entered into by and between the PUBLIC WORKS BOARD, or its successor, a department of the state of Washington (referred to as the "BOARD and TUKWILA (referred to as the "LOCAL GOVERNMENT Acting under the authority of Chapter 43.155 RCW, the BOARD has selected the LOCAL GOVERNMENT to receive a Public Works Trust Fund loan for an approved public works project. PART III: PURPOSE The BOARD and the LOCAL GOVERNMENT have entered into this agreement to undertake a local public works project which furthers the goals and objectives of the Washington State Public Works Trust Fund Program The project will be undertaken by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT and will include the activities described in ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK. The project must be undertaken in accordance with PART IV: TERMS AND CONDITIONS, and all applicable state and local laws and ordinances, which by this reference are incorporated into this agreement as though set forth fully herein. PART IV: TERMS AND CONDITIONS The parties to this agreement agree as follows: 4.01 Rate and Term of Loan The BOARD, using funds appropriated from the Public Works Assistance Account, shall loan the LOCAL GOVERNMENT a sum not to exceed $100,000.00. The interest rate shall be one -half percent (1/2 per annum on the outstanding principal balance. The term of the loan shall not exceed 5 years, with the final payment due July 1, 2008. 4.02 Local Proiect Share The LOCAL GOVERNMENT pledges an amount of locally generated revenue not Less than fifteen percent (15 of the total eligible portion of the project cost not funded by federal or state grants as identified in ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK, to be verified at the time of project close -out. Any change in the percentage of locally generated funds may require an adjustment in the loan amount or interest rate charged, or both. In such event, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT agrees to execute an amendment to this agreement adjusting the loan amount or interest rate, as appropriate. Page 2 2003 PWTF Pre Construction Loan Agreement Local project share must consist of expenditures eligible under WAC 399 -30- 030(3) and be related only to project activities described in ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK. These expenditures may be made up to twelve (12) months prior to the execution of the loan agreement and verified at the time of project close -out. PUBLIC WORKS TRUST FUND MONIES MAY NOT BE USED TO REIMBURSE THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT FOR ANY COSTS INCURRED PRIOR TO EXECUTION OF THIS LOAN AGREEMENT. 4.03 Disbursement of Loan Proceeds The availability of funds in the Public Works Assistance Account is a function of tax collection and loan repayment. If funds are not available at the time the invoice is submitted, or when an agreement is executed, the issuance of warrants will be delayed. Therefore, subject to the availability of funds, warrants shall be issued to the LOCAL GOVERNMENT for payment of allowable expenses incurred by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT while undertaking and administering approved project activities in accordance with ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK. In no event shall the total Public Works Trust Fund loan exceed eighty five percent (85 of the eligible actual project costs. The disbursement of loan proceeds shall be initiated by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT on a Washington State Invoice Voucher form. The loan funds will be disbursed to the LOCAL GOVERNMENT as follows: Within thirty (30) days of the formal execution of this agreement, a sum not to exceed seventy-five percent (75 of the approved Public Works Trust Fund loan shall be disbursed to the LOCAL GOVERNMENT. At the time of project completion, a Close -out Report, (refer to Section 4.18 for Close -out Report), shall be submitted to the BOARD by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT certifying total actual project costs. The final Public Works Trust Fund loan disbursement shall not bring the total loan in excess of eighty five percent (85 of the eligible project costs or the total of $100,000.00, whichever is less, nor shall this disbursement occur prior to the completion of all project activities. The Close -out Report shall serve as a contract AMENDMENT for determining the final loan amount, interest rate, and Iocal share. Page 3 2003 PWTF Pre Construction Loan Agreement In the event that the final costs identified in the Close -out Report indicate that the LOCAL GOVERNMENT has received Public Works Trust Fund monies in excess of eighty five percent (85 of eligible costs, all funds in excess of eighty five percent (85%) shall be repaid to the Public Works Assistance Account by payment to the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development, or its successor, within thirty (30) days of submission of the Close -out Report. 4.04 Interest Earned on Public Works Trust Fund Monies All interest earned on Public Works Trust Fund Monies held by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall accrue to the benefit of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT and be applied to the eligible costs of the approved project. Benefits shall accrue in one of two ways: 1. Reduce the amount of the Public Works Trust Fund loan. 2. Pay any part of the eligible project costs that are in excess of ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK estimates if there is an overrun of project costs. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall establish procedures to ensure that all monies received from the Public Works Trust Fund loan can be readily identified and accounted for at any time during the life of this loan agreement. Such procedures shall consist of the establishment of a separate fund, account, sub account or any other method meeting generally accepted accounting principles. 4.05 Time of Performance The LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall begin the activities identified within ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK no later than three (3) months after the date of loan agreement execution and reach project completion no later than eighteen (18) months after the date of agreement execution. Failure to perform within the time frame described in the preceding paragraph may constitute default of this agreement. In the event of extenuating circumstances, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT may request, in writing, that the BOARD extend the deadline for project completion. The BOARD may, by a two thirds vote, extend the deadline. 4.06 Renavment The first loan repayment under this agreement is due July 1, 2004, and subsequent installments are due on July 1 of each year during the term of the loan. The first repayment under this agreement shall consist of interest only at the rate of one -half percent (1/2 per annum, calculated on a 360 -day year of twelve 30 -day months, applied to funds received. Interest will begin to accrue from the date the BOARD issues each warrant to the LOCAL GOVERNMENT. Subsequent repayments shall consist of the principal balance due divided by the loan term remaining plus interest on the unpaid balance of the loan. The final payment shall be an amount sufficient to bring the loan balance to zero. Page 4 2003 PWTF Pre- Construction Loan Agreement The LOCAL GOVERNMENT has the right to repay the unpaid balance of the loan in full at any time, and the right to repay at a faster rate than is provided in this agreement, provided that any such payment must equal or exceed the amount normally due on an annual basis. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT will repay the loan in accordance with the preceding conditions through the use of a check, money order, or equivalent means made payable to the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development, or its successor, and sent to: 4.07 Repayment Account Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development Administrative Services Division/Fiscal Unit 906 Columbia Street S.W. P.O. Box 48300 Olympia, Washington 98504 -8300 The LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall repay the loan according to the option designated in Section 4.09 Loan Security. The name of the fund, account, or sub account shall be 4.08 Default in Repayment S U L Loan repayments shall be made to the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development, or its successor, in accordance with Section 4.06 of this agreement. A payment not received within thirty (30) days of the due date shall be declared delinquent. Delinquent payments shall be assessed a daily penalty beginning on the thirty -first (31) day past the due date. The penalty will be assessed on the entire payment amount. The penalty will be twelve percent (12%) per annum calculated on a 360 -day year. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT acknowledges and agrees to the BOARD'S right, upon delinquency in the payment of any annual installment, to notify any other entity, creditors, or potential creditors of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT of such delinquency including, without limitation, the state government and the United States of America or its agencies, credit rating agencies, and the municipal finance market. The same penalty terms shall apply to delinquent repayment of funds paid in excess of eligible costs as provided for in Section 4.03. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall pay the costs and reasonable legal fees incurred by the BOARD in any action undertaken to enforce its rights under this section. Page 5 2003 PWTF Pre Construction Loan Ageement 4.09 Loan Security The LOCAL GOVERNMENT must select one of the following options for securing repayment of the loan. Please initial the appropriate option. 1. 2< General Obligation: This loan is a general obligation of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT. OR 2. Revenue Obligation: This option may be used only if the entire project is a domestic water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, or solid waste utility project. LOCAL GOVERNMENTS performing a storm sewer project that have not created a storm sewer utility or a combined sanitary sewer /storm sewer utility may not use this option. Projects providing for a mixture of bridge, road, domestic water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer activities may not use this option. This loan is a revenue obligation of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT payable solely from the net revenue of the utility system indicated below. Payments shall be made from the net revenue of the utility after the payment of the principal and interest on any revenue bonds, notes, warrants or other obligations of the utility having a lien on that net revenue. As used here, "net revenue" means gross revenue minus expenses of maintenance and operations. The BOARD grants the LOCAL GOVERNMENT the right to issue future bonds and notes that constitute a lien and charge on net revenue superior to the lien and charge of this loan agreement. OR Please choose and initial one of the following utility systems: Water Sanitary Sewer (Wastewater) Stormwater Water /Sanitary Sewer Stormwater /Sanitary Sewer Solid Waste 3. Local Improvement District: Pursuant to RCW 35.51.050, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT pledges to repay this loan from assessments collected from a Local Improvement District, Local Utility District or other similar special assessment district in which the improvements financed by this loan are located. The name of the special assessment district is Nothing in this section shall absolve the LOCAL GOVERNMENT of its obligation to make loan repayments when due, and to adjust rates, fees, or surcharges, if necessary, to meet its obligations under this agreement. Page 6 2003 PWTF Pre- Construction Loan Agreement 4.10 Recordkeenine and Access to Records The BOARD, the BOARD'S agents, and duly authorized officials of the State shall have full access and the right to examine, copy, excerpt, or transcribe any pertinent documents, papers, records, and books of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT and of persons, firms, or organizations with which the LOCAL GOVERNMENT may contract, involving transactions related to this project and this agreement. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT agrees to retain these records for a period of six years from the date of project completion. If any litigation, claim or audit is started before the expiration of the six year period, the records shall be retained until all litigation, claims, or audit findings involving the records have been resolved. 4.11 Renorts The LOCAL GOVERNMENT, at such times and on such forms as the BOARD may require, shall furnish the BOARD with such periodic reports as it may request pertaining to the activities undertaken pursuant to this agreement including, but not limited to, quarterly progress reports, the Close -Out Report, and any other matters covered by this agreement. Failure to file periodic reports as requested may result in termination of this agreement as per Section 4.14. 4.12 Indemnification The LOCAL GOVERNMENT will defend, protect, indemnify, save, and hold harmless the BOARD, and the state of Washington from and against any and all claims, costs, damages, expenses, or liability for any or all injuries to persons or tangible property, arising from the acts or omissions of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT or any of its contractors or subcontractors, or any employees or agents in the performance of this agreement, however caused. In the case of negligence of both the BOARD and the LOCAL GOVERNMENT, any damages allowed shall be levied in proportion to the percentage of negligence attributable to each party. 4.13 Amendments. Modifications, and Waivers Except for an increase in the amount of the loan governed by this agreement, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT may request an amendment of this agreement for the purpose of modifying the SCOPE OF WORK or for extending the time of performance as provided for in Section 4.05. No modification or amendment resulting in an extension of time shall take effect until a request in writing has been received and approved by the Board in accordance with Section 4.05. No amendment or modification shall take effect until approved in writing by both the BOARD and the LOCAL GOVERNMENT and attached hereto. No conditions or provisions of this agreement may be waived unless approved by the BOARD in writing. Page 7 2003 PWTF Pre Construction than Agreement 4.14 Termination for Cause If the LOCAL GOVERNMENT fails to comply with the terms of this agreement, or fails to use the loan proceeds only for those activities identified in ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK, the BOARD may terminate the agreement in whole or in part at any time. The BOARD shall promptly notify the LOCAL GOVERNMENT in writing of its determination to terminate, the reason for such termination, and the effective date of the termination. Nothing in this section shall affect LOCAL GOVERNMENT obligations to repay the unpaid balance of the loan. 4.15 Termination For Convenience The BOARD may terminate this agreement in the event that federal or state funds are no longer available to the BOARD, or are not allocated for the purpose of meeting the BOARD'S obligations under this agreement. Termination will be effective when the BOARD sends written notice of termination to the LOCAL GOVERNMENT. Nothing in this section shall affect LOCAL GOVERNMENT obligations to repay the unpaid balance of the loan. 4.16 Governing Law and Venue This agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with, and the validity and performance hereof shall be governed by, the laws of the state of Washington. Venue of any suit between the parties arising out of this agreement shall be the Superior Court of Thurston County, Washington. The prevailing party is entitled to recover costs in accordance with Washington State Law (Chapter 4.84 RCW). 4.17 Severabilitv If any provision under this agreement or its application to any person or circumstances is held invalid by any court of rightful jurisdiction, this invalidity does not affect other provisions of the agreement which can be given effect without the invalid provision. 4.18 ProiectComnletion The BOARD will require and notify the LOCAL GOVERNMENT to initiate a Close -out Report when the activities identified in ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK are completed. In the report, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT will provide the following information to the BOARD: 1. A copy of the Close -out Report. 2. A copy of a resolution accepting the project design as being complete. 3. Certification that all costs associated with the project have been incurred. Costs are incurred when goods and services are received and/or contract work is performed. Page 8 2003 PWTF Pre Construction Loan Agreement 4.19 Proiect Close -out In accordance with Section 4.03 of this agreement, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT will submit, together with the Close -out Report, a request for a sum not to exceed the final twenty -five percent (25 of the loan amount. 4.20 Audit Audits of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT'S project activities may be conducted by the Municipal Division of the State Auditor's Office in accordance with state law and any guidelines the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development, or its successor, may prescribe. Payment for the audit shall be made by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT. 4.21 Proiect Signs If the LOCAL GOVERNMENT displays, during the period covered by this agreement, signs or markers identifying those agencies participating financially in the approved project, the sign or marker must identify the Washington State Public Works Trust Fund as a participant in the project. 4.22 Nondiscrimination Provision During the performance of this contract, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination laws, including, but not limited to chapter 49.60 RCW, Washington's Law Against Discrimination, and 42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In the event of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT'S noncompliance or refusal to comply with any applicable nondiscrimination law, regulation, or policy, this contract may be rescinded, canceled, or terminated in whole or in part, and the LOCAL GOVERNMENT may be declared ineligible for further contracts with the BOARD. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall, however, be given a reasonable time in which to cure this noncompliance. PART V: SPECIAL ASSURANCES The LOCAL GOVERNMENT assures compliance with all applicable state and local laws, requirements, and ordinances as they pertain to the design, implementation, and administration of the approved project. Of particular importance are the following: 5.01 RCW 43.155.060 The LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall comply with the provisions of RCW 43.155.060 regarding competitive bidding requirements for projects assisted in whole or in part with money from the Public Works Trust Fund program. Page 9 2003 PWTP Pre Construction Loan Agreement 5.02 WAC 399 -30- 030(31 The LOCAL GOVERNMENT assures compliance with WAC 399 -30- 030(3) which identifies eligible costs for projects assisted with Public Works Trust Fund loans. 5.03 Historical and Cultural Artifacts The LOCAL GOVERNMENT agrees that if historical or cultural artifacts are discovered during construction, the LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall immediately stop construction and notify the local historical preservation officer and the state's historical preservation officer at the Washington State Office of Archeology and Historic Preservation. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT shall require this provision to be contained in all contracts for work or services related to ATTACHMENT I: SCOPE OF WORK. 5.04 Assignment Neithei this agreement, nor any claims arising under this agreement, shall be transferred or assigned by the LOCAL GOVERNMENT without prior written consent of the BOARD. Page 10 2003 PWTF Pre Construction Loan Agreement TUKWILA Cascade View Drainage Improvements 2. The term of this loan will be five years. T: \Contracting \Pre Con \PC Scope 03 PRE 102.dot PUBLIC WORKS TRUST FUND Pre Construction Program ATTACHMENT 1: SCOPE OF WORK PW -03- 691 -PRE -102 1. Provide a clear description of the project to be financed in part by a Public Works Trust Fund loan. (Attach additional sheets if necessary): Develop plans, specifications and estimates for drainage improvements with the Cascade View neighborhood. The improvements are to include approximately 7,000 linear feet of storm sewer, under drains, and provide water quality treatment. Scope of Work Page Two PW -03- 691 -PRE -102 Estimated Project Costs: Engineering Environmental Review 20,000 Land/R -D -W Acquisition Other Fees Contingency (10%) 26,000 Bid Documents 495,000 Public Involvement/Information 5,000 TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS 546,000 Anticipated Fund Sources: A KDBG Grant 290,000 KDBG Grant 14,000 B. City Surface Water Fund 142,000 General Funds Capital Reserves Other Fund Rates Assessments (LID, RID, ULID) Special Levies Federal Loan(s) from: (identify all) State Loan(s) from: (identify all) Other: identify sources) TOTAL LOCAL REVENUE C. PUBLIC WORKS TRUST FUND LOAN T: \Contracting \Pre•Con \PC Scope 03 PRE 102.dot Total 142,000 100,000 Scope of Work Page 3 PW -03- 691 -PRE -102 Calculating Local Percentage: (Note: Please exclude any expansion/growth costs and funding before calculating the local percentage.) Calculate as follows: Total Local Revenue PWTF Loan Total Local Revenue Local Loan Percentage $142.000 $100,000 $142,000 59% The local contribution must be at least: Five percent (5 for a loan interest rate of 2% Ten percent (10 for a loan interest rate of 1% Fifteen percent (15 for a loan interest rate of 0.5% T: \Contracting \Pre Con\PC Scope 03 PRE 102.dot Signature of Attomey Name Address Public Works Trust Fund ATTACHMENT II: ATTORNEY'S CERTIFICATION I, hereby certify: I am an attomey at law admitted to practice in the State of Washington and the duly appointed attomey of the (the LOCAL GOVERNMENT); and I have also examined any and all documents and records which are pertinent to the loan agreement, including the application requesting this financial assistance. Based on the foregoing, it is my opinion that: 1. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT is a public body, properly constituted and operating under the laws of the State of Washington, empowered to receive and expend federal, state and local funds, to contract with the State of Washington, and to receive and expend the funds involved to accomplish the objectives set forth in their application. 2. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT is empowered to accept the Public Works Trust Fund financial assistance and to provide for repayment of the loan as set forth in the loan agreement. 3. There is currently no litigation in existence seeking to enjoin the commencement or completion of the above described public facilities project or to enjoin the LOCAL GOVERNMENT from repaying the Public works Trust Fund loan extended by the DEPARTMENT with respect to such project. The LOCAL GOVERNMENT is not a party to litigation which will materially affect its ability to repay such loan on the terms contained in the loan agreement. 4— Assumption of this obligation would not exceed statutory and administrative rule debt limitations applicable to the LOCAL GOVERNMENT. Date Utilities Committee April 8, 2003 Present: Pam Linder, Chair; Joan Hernandez, Dave Fenton Jim Morrow, Frank Iriarte, Brian Shelton, Ryan Larson, Gail Labanara, Tom Pulford, Lucy Lauterbach 1. Public Works Trust Fund Loan The City submitted a $100,000 loan request to the Public Works Trust Fund (PWTF). They have received that loan, and the City is being asked to accept it. It will be used along with CDBG block grant funding to design the needed drainage improvements in Cascade View. They hope to get a loan to do construction next year. Ryan drove to Olympia to tum in the loan application, finding out later he had even more time to do it. Ryan gave information about his other project, TDB, which is going well. There have been some complaints about debris on and off the road, and the work being done for storm water lines. The work for the storm drains is 70% complete. When that's done, the power lines will go in. Recommend City accept 3100.000 PWTF loan. 2. GIS -based Infrastructure Inventory Public Works has agreed to a contract with Perteet to do a global positioning study of the area north of S. 115` in Allentown, including Ryan Hill and East Marginal Way. The annexed areas of the city don't have good drawings of the infrastructure, and it makes building difficult for contractors. It will also let our crews know where the outfalls and catch basins are for maintenance. $100,000 in funding will come from the 303 (Facility maintenance) fund and $169,715 will come from Surface Water. Dave asked if connectivity could be part of this study, and was told it could not be as they're looking for metal pipes only. A year ago the city called for consultants to present the information they would gather in a study like this, and Perteet was the clear winner. The only disadvantage of doing this is that it costs $269,715, and is only a small portion of the whole city. Move authorization for contract with Perteet engineering to provide infrastructure inventory to Regular Meeting, 3. Lower City Hall Entrance Work The northwest entrance to city hall with the deck is rotted and falling apart. The low bid did not include all the work that eventually needed to be done. It turned out that with the change orders, the eventual cost equaled the two higher bidders. What was first thought to be a small improvement turned in to a much larger job, with rot, previous cheap work, and insect damage all beyond what was known up- front. The project will be paid out of the 303 facility improvement fund. Dave and Joan wanted to know how this would affect the project of updating Council chambers. Jim M explained that there is a list of action items, a list of design items, and a list of needed but not scheduled items. The Council chamber is at the top of the design list. Another item Jim mentioned was the possibility of hiring a reliable and decent painting firm to do city projects for a year. Though it would cost more, it would result in higher satisfaction with painting jobs rather than relying on low bids that often do unsatisfactory work. Recommend change order to Council for approval.