REQUEST FOR DECISION
DATE: April 3, 2017 Report No. EPW-17-008
TO: Laurie Hurst, Chief Administrative Officer
FROM: Will Wieler, A/Director of Engineering and Public Works
SUBJECT:
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Capital Budget Request - Sewer Drain Replacements
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
That Council gives budget approval for Projects 1, 2, 3, & 4 in the amount of $159,000 in the 2017-2021 Financial Plan, as set out in Staff Report EPW-17-008.
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RELEVANT POLICY:
Not applicable.
STRATEGIC RELEVANCE:
Well Managed and Maintained Infrastructure - Identify infrastructure repair and proactively plan for replacement needs.
BACKGROUND:
The Township's Engineering and Public Works staff are working on comprehensive infrastructure plans to meet the strategic priorities set out by Council. This is a substantial undertaking that will bring a tremendous benefit to the Township as a whole. In the transition period between now and when the plans are in full motion, the Township still has to address the infrastructure needs as they arise. This past winter season put a significant strain on the sewer and drain infrastructure, and we experienced greater frequency of blockages. In some instances, a need to replace portions of the main lines was identified in order to ensure the continued functionality of the system. The required capital projects would be as follows:
Project 1 - McNaughton Avenue Drain Replacement
* 50 lineal meters of the existing drain main is in need of replacement
* Cost estimate is $25,000
Project 2 - 800 Block Esquimalt Road Sewer Main
* 60 lineal meters of the sewer main is in immediate need of replacement
* Cost estimate for the works is $24,000
Project 3 - 700 Block Lampson Street Sewer Main Replacement
* 120 lineal meters of the sewer main is in immediate need of replacement
* Cost estimate is $65,000
Project 4 - Lockley Road & Intervale Avenue Sewer Drain and Concrete Works
* $50,000 was initially allocated to this project
* Sewer and Drain re...
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