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Consider authorizing the use of Propel Beautification funds for the purchase of a litter vacuum trailer in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00.
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INITIATOR: Larry Wolcott, Public Works Director
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Larry Wolcott, Public Works Director, Cynthia Williams, Deputy Public Works Director
BACKGROUND: Blowing litter is a common problem that causes negative environmental impacts as well as poor aesthetics. Litter vacuum equipment is available to mitigate blowing litter and is five times more efficient than manual litter picking. Propel CIP included funds for beautification improvements including development and implementation of an eight (8) year bulk trash pickup program including the purchase of the equipment to implement the program and mowing of City right of way and easements and abatement of high grass, weeds and trash on private property including the purchase of necessary equipment. Utilization of this equipment will assist with the bulk trash pickup program by collecting blowable litter generated by non-compliant bulky waste set-outs and aid in our pursuit of excellence with efficient delivery of services.
EXHIBIT: Sourcewell quote for MADVAC LP61-G Portable Litter Vacuum Trailer
KEY ISSUES: N/A
FUNDING SOURCE: Propel CIP- Beautification: $612,000 was budgeted and the projected available balance is $385,000 for FY23/24, with $350,000 remaining if purchase approved.
STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Authorize the use of Propel Beautification funds for the purchase of a litter vacuum trailer in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00.