#3E Project Descriptions - Exhibit IV
Exhibit IV
2009 NOTE ISSUE
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
Construct and Improve Streets - $1,965,000
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Infrastructure Maintenance and Extension - $1,965,000
This program totals $1,965,000 and has projects that fall into four (4) primary categories:
Street Extensions - $275,000
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This program totals $275,000 and represents actual bid prices for streets to be constructed
in 2009 in new developments for the Spring Public Works Program. Funding for these
improvements is provided through Special Assessments.
Sidewalks (Repair and Replacement) - $280,000
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This program totals $415,000 for the installation of new sidewalk; and the repair and
replacement of deteriorated sidewalk and/or sidewalk with other safety deficiencies. Of
the $415,000 required for this program, $85,000 will be assessed to abutting property
owners and the remaining portion ($330,000) will be paid by the General Fund. General
Fund costs include expenses such as curb ramp replacements, sidewalks crossing city
owned property (greenbelts, parks, etc.) and other miscellaneous costs typically paid by
the city at large. No additional funding for the assessable portion of this program is
necessary as sufficient funds remain from prior years borrowings. A portion of the
General Fund costs ($330,000) is available from prior years borrowings ($50,000)
leaving $280,000 in General Fund costs to be included in the proposed 2009 Note Issue.
Curb and Gutter (Replacement & Reconstruction) - $610,000
This program includes $610,000 for curb and gutter replacement approved in the 2009
Spring Public Works Program. Approximately $235,000 of the curb and gutter
replacement cost for 2009 will be assessed to the abutting property owners. The
remaining $375,000 will be provided by the General Fund.
Street Maintenance and Improvements - $800,000
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The 2009 Budget proposed a $650,000 borrowing to continue the current level of street
maintenance given the levy limits. In addition, the City incurred consultant and staff
costs in preparing plans to qualify additional resurfacing projects for “stimulus” funding.
These design costs total $150,000. This upfront expenditure of funds allowed the City to
receive approximately $2.6 million in stimulus funding.
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Construct and Improve Storm Sewers - $1,195,000
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System Improvements – $945,000
Four (4) projects are proposed in this category:
2008 Flood Repairs - $180,000
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Damage repair from the 2008 flood totaled over $3.24 million. Of this amount FEMA
assistance totals approximately $2.13 million. An additional $604,000 was received in
CDBG emergency assistance decreasing the local share to approximately $512,000. A
portion of the City costs ($180,000) are related to repairs to the storm sewer system and
included in this note issue.
Highridge Erosion - $415,000
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Drainage from the Highridge subdivision to the Rock River has created significant
erosion to the hillside. Improvements are necessary to repair the deep gulleys and to
prevent further erosion and deterioration. Heavy rip-rap and gabion baskets will be
installed as part of this project.
East Riverwall Repairs - $50,000
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Two (2) failures occurred in the riverwall in the east-side of the Rock River between the
Centerway Dam and Racine Street. The first failure occurred just south of Centerway
when a sinkhole developed near the walkway. The riverwall was undermined forming
the sinkhole. The second failure occurred just north of the Racine Street Bridge. An old
section of limestone block collapsed. Both of these failures have been repaired and the
actual costs is $50,000
Manhole Rehabilitation/Replacement - $300,000
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This program began in 2008 to repair or replace storm sewer manholes on streets being
resurfaced or reconstructed. This will prevent the need to tear-up a new street surface if
the manhole fails after the street has been resurfaced. Some manholes only need repairs
to the upper portion and other manholes that need total replacement.
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System Expansion - $250,000
One (1) project is proposed in this category:
Drainage structures - $250,000
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Funding is provided to extend install storm sewer and install related drainage structures
in new developments. Total cost - $250,000; Assessable portion - $250,000.
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Acquire, Improve & Maintain Parks and Public Grounds - $965,000
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Renovate Playgrounds/Maintain Equipment - $35,000
In 1996, the City began a program to renovate/replace playground equipment in neighborhood
parks. To date, renovations have been completed at 30 neighborhood parks at a cost of
approximately $35,000 for each neighborhood park. The renovation/replacement of playground
equipment will continue in 2009, with improvements proposed for Harmony Grove Park
($35,000).
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2008 Flood Repairs – $332,000
Damage repair from the 2008 flood totaled over $3.24 million. Of this amount FEMA assistance
totals approximately $2.13 million. An additional $604,000 was received in CDBG emergency
assistance decreasing the local share to approximately $512,000. Funding in the amount of
$332,000 is required and includes repairs to streets, traffic signals, parks, sidewalks, trails,
elevators and other publicly owned property, and anticipated funding for the purchase of
property as part of the Hazard Mitigation Program.
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Property Acquisitions - $98,000
In 2009 the property at 337 N. Franklin Street was acquired and demolished. This was
completed as part of implementing the Downtown Plan by acquiring blighted properties in the
downtown area as they become available. The acquisition and demolition costs are proposed for
funding in this Note Issue.
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Youth Sports Facility - $500,000
A partnership was approved with Janesville Youth Baseball (JYB) to develop additional softball
and baseball fields at the Youth Sports Facility East of Wuthering Hills Drive. Total City costs
for this project are estimated to be between $1.3 and $1.4 million and will include infrastructure
improvements such as rough grading of the fields, utilities, roads, parking lots, safety lighting,
and restrooms. Janesville Youth Baseball would be responsible for improvements totaling
approximately $2.5 million including fine grading of the fields, fencing, dugouts, field lighting,
scoreboards, and seeding. A total of eight (8) new fields are proposed. The 2008 Note Issue
included $500,000 for this project. An additional $500,000 is proposed as part of the 2009 Note
Issue. The remaining funding $300,000 - $400,000 will be provided from the sale of the City
lots on Ruger Avenue.
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Public Buildings and Grounds - $3,825,000
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Transit Services Center - $425,000
A new Transit Administration and Maintenance Building is proposed to replace the existing
facility located on North Parker Drive. The existing facility was constructed in 1961 as a public
works garage and became the Transit Maintenance Facility in the mid-1960s. An addition was
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constructed in 1979 to provide a dedicated area for vehicle maintenance. A new facility is
estimated to cost $6,000,000, with 80% ($4,800,000) funded by the Federal Transit Act and the
remainder ($1,200,000) provided by the City of Janesville. In 2006 and 2007, $100,000 and
$475,000 respectively were provided as the 20% local match for land acquisition and a portion of
the construction costs. In 2009 $425,000 in local funds is proposed for the construction costs.
The remaining portion of the 20% local match will be provided in future years. Federal Funding
in the amount of $2,135,000 has been obligated to this project, including $1.4 million in stimulus
monies. Federal discretionary capital funding in the amount of $1.5 million is anticipated in
each of Federal Fiscal years 2009 and 2010.
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Building Maintenance - $250,000
Each year, funds are required for minor building maintenance projects at City facilities. In 2009,
improvements totaling $250,000 are proposed for several public buildings. The locations may
include the Municipal Building, various park and recreational facilities, and fire stations.
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Ice Arena – No New Funding Needed
Repairs are necessary at the existing Ice Arena including the replacement of the refrigeration
system. This project is estimated to cost $700,000 to $800,000. Approximately $648,000 is
available from funds previously borrowed for the aquatics facility and could be made available
for this purpose.
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Downtown Parking Structure - $2,900,000
The construction of a parking structure is planned for the downtown on the site of the former
parking garage on the corner of Parker Drive and Wall Street. The structure will be four (4)
levels and accommodate approximately 235 vehicles. Total project cost is estimated to be $2.2
million. Initial funding in the amount of $1,250,000 was provided in the 2008 Note Issue. The
remainder of the funding ($2.9 million) is included in the proposed 2009 Note Issue.
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Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion/Renovation – $27,300,000 Clean Water Fund Loan
The City Council previously reviewed a proposed project to renovate and expand the current
wastewater treatment facility. The total cost of this project is estimated to be $32.1 million.
Funding for this project includes $100,000 from the 2006 Note Issue, $2.0 million from the 2007
Note Issue, $2.7 million from the Wastewater Replacement Fund, and $27.3 million from a
Clean Water Fund loan.
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Tallman House - $250,000
In 2009 an architectural firm was retained to complete a property conditions report on the
Tallman House. This report indicates that repairs in excess of $2,000,000 are necessary and the
facility. The 2009 Note Issue includes $250,000 to begin the funding of these repairs.
Acquire Capital Equipment - $1,245,000
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Technology Enhancements - $200,000
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The City will continue implementation of the Information Technology Strategic Plan. This plan
addresses improving the efficiency of City services and providing citizen satisfaction through the
use of information technology. In 2009, funds are requested from the General Fund ($100,000),
Water Utility ($50,000) and Wastewater Utility ($50,000) to obtain consulting services and
purchase hardware and software for the implementation of specific citywide information
technology priority projects, as determined by the City Manager.
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Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) - $400,000
The City is in the process of implementing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project which
will replace disparate computer applications and integrate them into a single solution reducing
redundant data entry and facilitating the sharing and tracking of information. Phase I of this
project included the replacement of our Land Management/Computer-aided Mass Appraisal
Software and was funded in the 2006 note issue ($350,000). This phase is nearing completion.
Phase II of this project was funded in 2008 and included the replacement of code enforcement,
building permits and inspections, complaint tracking, and planning software ($350,000). This
phase has “gone live”. Funding in the amount of $400,000 for Phase III is proposed for 2009.
This phase will include the replacement of our utility billing, special assessments, licensing,
miscellaneous billing, and tax billing software. This represents the third phase of a four (4)
phase project.
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Hedberg Public Library Technology Enhancements - $350,000
Radio Frequency Identification provides for "sightless" or no line sight identification of items. It
includes the ability to facilitate circulation, re-shelving and theft detection. In recent years,
circulation and materials management have grown; at the same time library staffing has
remained constant or is being reduced. The use of RFID reduces the amount of time required to
check-out and check-in materials, allows for improved inventory of materials and provides for
better security of materials, especially audiovisual materials. Initial funding in the amount of
$75,000 was provided in 2008 with the remainder of the funding ($350,000) proposed for 2009.
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Transit Capital Projects – Ne New Funding Needed
Funding is included for several small Transit capital projects ($21,600) including high-cost
capital repair parts (rebuilt engines and transmissions for buses) ($8,000), 10 year scheduled
refurbishment of the Transfer Center ($10,000), replace shop equipment ($2,000), and three
computer replacements ($1,600). Transit projects are funded 80% from the Federal Transit Act
and these costs represent the projects local share (20%). Funding is available from prior note
issues so no additional borrowing is necessary at this time.
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Public Safety Equipment - $65,000
Public Safety Equipment for 2009 ($80,000) includes funding to replace mobile data radios in
the police vehicles. The current mobile data radios were purchased in 2001 and have reached the
end of their useful life. In addition, Rock County Communications Center and the 9-1-1
Commission are requiring that all mobile data radios be upgraded to a faster version by January
31, 2010. Of the 25 vehicles currently in the fleet, mobile data radios in six (6) vehicles have
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already been upgraded so this proposal upgrades the mobile data radios in the remaining nineteen
(19) vehicles. A portion of these costs ($15,000) are offset by previously borrowed, but
unexpended, funds.
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Fire Vehicles – $230,000
Funding in the amount of $230,000 is proposed to replace two pieces of fire apparatus.
Scheduled for replacement is a model year 2000 ambulance ($200,000); and the boat, motor and
trailer used for water rescue ($32,000). The current boat used for water rescue is inadequate as it
can become unstable when loaded with a patient.
Construct and Maintain Solid Waste Disposal Facilities - $1,750,000
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New Landfill – Phase 2 Construction - $270,000
The construction of Cell 2 at the Landfill began 2007 and is now complete with a total project
cost of $1,214,000. Initial funding ($300,000) was provided in 2007 with an additional $300,000
provided in 2008. A portion of the project costs were offset with funding available from prior
years notes for closure of phase 5 and the purchase of a second landfill compactor. The
remainder of the project costs will be provided in 2009 ($270,000).
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New Landfill – Phase 3 Construction and Leachate Upgrades - $1,180,000
The construction of Phase 3 at the landfill is scheduled for 2009 at a cost of $1,180,000. This is
the third of five total cells designed for the current facility. Construction also includes leachate
pumping system upgrades in Phases 1 and 2
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Horizontal Gas Collection System - $30,000
A temporary horizontal gas collection system is required by the DNR as a condition of approval
for the operating Sanitary Landfill. The temporary system will allow the City to place the
permanent gas collection header pipe system above the plastic membrane at final closure. This
will significantly reduce long-term maintenance costs related to the permanent system. Initial
funding ($60,000) was provided in 2007 with additional funding ($30,000) provided in 2008.
Funding proposed in 2009 ($30,000) will be used to extend the system.
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Gas Collection System Upgrades - $130,000
Odor migration from the operating landfill, particularly Cell 1, has become an increasing
problem. In order to minimize the migration, a gas collection system must be installed prior to
closure of Cell 1 which is now planned for 2011. A portion of this system will become part of
the permanent gas collection system that will be installed with closure of Cell 1.
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Landfill Scale/Scalehouse Replacement - $140,000
The landfill scale and scalehouse are scheduled for replacement and renovation. Funding in the
amount of $140,000 is proposed. The scale has served its useful life (24 years) and has reached
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the point where repairs are not possible. The scalehouse was constructed in 1985 and is in need
of complete interior and exterior renovation. The cost to replace the scalehouse will be
compared to the cost of renovation and the most cost-effective alternative will be implemented.
Construct and Extend Water Mains - $1,995,000
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System Improvements - $1,688,000
This program totals $1,688,000 and has projects that fall into four (4) primary categories:
Undersize Main Replacement - $378,000
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Undersize main replacements totaling $582,000 are proposed for 2009. This program is
needed to replace undersized water (replace 1-1/2 inch and 4-inch mains with 6 inch
mains) in the distribution system to meet the WDNR code. There are approximately 12
miles of undersized main in the system. Replacement is done in coordination with street
restoration projects. A portion of the required funding ($582,000) is available from prior
years note issues ($204,000) decreasing the total request for this Note Issue to $378,000.
Funds requested will replace about 3,500 feet of main.
Lead Service Replacement - $350,000
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In 2005, the Water Utility implemented a lead services replacement program within the
City. This program is similar to the iron service replacement activities the City has
historically undertaken. The actual cost of this program will vary from year to year based
upon the number of lead services under streets that are being reconstructed in any given
year. Currently, there are about 2,400 lead services in the City.
Main Reinforcement - $610,000
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The Main Reinforcement program totals $670,000 and addresses identified weaknesses in
the existing water distribution system by adding transmission mains or upgrading
distribution mains to transmission mains. In 2009, funding is proposed to complete the
3,300 feet of 12” transmission main constructed on S. Oakhill Avenue started in 2008
($87,000), construction of 2,750 feet of 16 inch main on Town Hall Road ($300,000),
replacement of 2,200 feet of 6 inch main on Chickasaw Drive ($140,000), and
replacement of the 12-inch main associated with the Ruger Ave bridge replacement
($150,000). A portion of the cost of this program is available from prior years
borrowings ($67,000) reducing the total proposed for this note issue to $610,000.
Main/Service Insulation - $350,000
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The Loch Lomond Subdivision has several blocks of shallow water main and associated
water services. During the winter of 2008 – 2009 several areas of the community
experienced issues with freezing water mains and services causing the affected property
owners to be without water while the Water Utility made the necessary repairs. This
project insulates those mains and services to prevent freezing in the future. These mains
were installed in the late 1990’s, but this part of the subdivision was not occupied at that
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time so the need to insulate them did not become apparent until recently. Over the past
two winters, a number of water services and a water main have frozen.
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System Expansion – No Additional Funding Needed
Main Extensions – No Additional Funding Needed
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This program includes the construction of water mains within individual subdivisions and
is expected to total about $250,000 in 2009. Approximately $235,000 will be assessed to
developers with the remainder of the cost ($15,000) being paid by the Water Utility. The
total borrowing is reduced by $250,000 due to carryover funds from the 2008 Note Issue.
Water Laterals – No Additional Funding Needed
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Laterals provide water service from the water main to the curb stop. Most laterals are
installed to support new residential development. The cost of installing the laterals is
paid through special assessments ($50,000). The total borrowing is reduced by $50,000
due to carryover funds from the 2008 Note Issue.
Transmission Mains – No Additional Funding Needed
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Transmission mains carry water from the pumping stations and the reservoir to the
distribution systems. In order to provide sufficient water flow to developing areas, new
transmission mains must periodically be constructed. The 2009 budget proposes the
construction of 2,300 feet of 16” main at the Austin Farm Subdivision ($215,000).
Approximately $170,000 of the requested funds will be paid by the Utility with the
remainder ($45,000) assessed to developers. The total borrowing is reduced by $215,000
due to carryover funds from the 2008 Note Issue.
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North Zone reservoir Repair - $150,000
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources requires that the City’s water storage reservoirs
be inspected every 5 years and that our elevated storage reservoirs are inspected every 10 years.
The ground storage reservoirs at pumping stations 10 and 12 are due for inspection in 2009.
Additionally, there appears to be a leak in the side of the north zone reservoir. Funds are
requested for inspection of the three reservoirs and repair of the north zone reservoir ($150,000).
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Manhole and Valve Replacement - $157,000
The valve and manhole repair and replacement program totals $165,000 and repairs or replaces
deteriorated water valves and/or water manholes that are contributing to street surface settlement
and deterioration. These manholes and valves are replaces in advance of the City’s street
restoration program. The total borrowing is reduced by $8,000 due to carryover funds from the
2008 Note Issue.
Construct and Extend Sewer Mains - $615,000
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System Improvements - $175,000
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This program totals $175,000 and has projects that fall into two (2) primary categories:
Main Repair/Replacement - $50,000
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Janesville has approximately 140 miles of clay pipe in the sanitary sewer collection
system that ranges in age from 40 to 100 years. Most of the clay pipe is structurally
sound, but suffers from root intrusion and infiltration of groundwater. The 2009 Note
Issue proposes $750,000 of funding, which will reline about 3 – 3-1/2 miles of sanitary
sewer main. This is the ninth year of a multi-year program, which reduces the potential
for clogged sewers resulting from root growth and also ensures the continued structural
integrity of the clay sewers. The total borrowing is reduced by $700,000 due to carryover
funds from prior years Note Issues.
Inflow/Infiltration Reduction - $125,000
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This is an ongoing multi-year program to prevent water inflow and infiltration into the
sanitary sewer. It requires about $125,000 annually. This program repairs manholes
located in greenbelts and roadside ditches and relines/replaces portions of sewer laterals
in the public right-of-way near the sanitary sewer they discharge to. Water is kept out of
the manholes by installing rubber seals around the manhole between the casting and cone
section and water tight covers where needed. The sewer laterals are relined from the
inside in much the same way as the sewer mains are presently relined. This program has
focused primarily on sanitary sewer manholes in the past, but its focus has now shifted to
sewer laterals. .
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System Expansion – No Additional Funding Needed
Sewer Extensions – No Additional Funding Needed
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This program includes the construction of water mains within individual subdivisions and
is expected to total about $250,000 in 2009. Approximately $235,000 will be assessed to
developers with the remainder of the cost ($15,000) being paid by the Wastewater Utility.
The total borrowing is reduced by the entire $250,000 due to carryover funds from the
2008 Note Issue.
Sewer Laterals – No Additional Funding Needed
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Laterals provide sewer service from the sewer main to the curb for individual properties.
Most laterals are installed to support new residential development. The cost of installing
the laterals is paid through special assessments, but the total borrowing for Special
Assessments is reduced by the entire $50,000 due to carryover funds from the 2008 Note
Issue.
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System Replacements - $440,000
This program addresses identified weaknesses in the existing sanitary sewer collection system by
adding interceptor sewers or upgrading sewer mains to interceptor sewers. 2009 includes
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$290,000 to replace the failed interceptor along the Rock River near Riverview Drive and
$150,000 to replace the 12-inch main associated with the Ruger Ave bridge replacement.
Provide Financial Assistance for Community Redevelopment - $1,485,000
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Development Incentive (TIF 23) - $860,000
Funding is proposed for a TIF development loan in TIF #23 (Downtown - East) previously
authorized by the City Council. A development agreement with 101 Milwaukee St. LLC
provides a development loan in support of a $3.4 million renovation of a downtown office
building in TIF No. 23 ($860,000). Due to limitations on the amount of private purpose debt,
funding for this project cannot be included in the proposed Note Issue. Staff intends to apply for
a loan from the State Trust Fund to finance this project.
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Development Incentive (TIF 24) - $210,000
Funding is proposed in the 2009 Note Issue for a TIF development loan in TIF #24 (Downtown -
West) previously authorized by the City Council. A development agreement with MGD Fund III
and Forward Foundation resulted in the renovation of an historic downtown structure and the
construction of a 7,000 SF historically sensitive addition as part of a revitalization project in TIF
No. 24 ($210,000).
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Development Incentive (TIF 27) - $315,000
Funding is proposed in the 2009 Note Issue for a TIF development loan in TIF #27 (Downtown -
East) previously authorized by the City Council. A development agreement with Assembly and
Test Worldwide provides financing for equipment purchases and employee training for a new
manufacturing equipment design center in TIF No. 27. The project results in the creation of 21
full-time jobs ($315,000).
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Development Incentive (TIF 34) - $100,000
Funding is proposed in the 2009 Note Issue for a TIF development loan in TIF #34 (Airport)
previously authorized by the City Council. A development agreement with HSI Aviation
Holding LLC provides financing for a 20,000 SF helicopter service hangar and the creation of 12
new jobs in TIF No. 34 ($100,000).
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PROJECTS NOT INCLUDED
Construct and Improve Streets - $406,000
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Infrastructure Maintenance and Extensions - $15,000
Street Lights – New Streets and Subdivisions - $15,000
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New Streets and Subdivisions primarily supports new residential development and
provides for the installation of street lighting along newly constructed streets ($15,000).
All of these costs are assessed to abutting property owners and are paid at the time of
land division. No need to borrow funds.
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Major Arterials and Connecting Highways - $391,000
River Street Reconstruction (Eng.) - $20,000
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The reconstruction of River Street from Court Street to Racine Street is scheduled for
2011. Design and engineering was to occur in 2009 with right-of-way acquisition
scheduled for 2010. Funding of design will occur with the borrowing for construction.
Ruger Avenue Bridge (Eng.) - $19,000
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The Ruger Avenue Bridge sufficiency rating is at a level that requires improvement.
Funding in the amount of $19,000 provides for the local match to a federal grant for the
project. Design will be accomplished in 2009 with construction planned in 2010.
Funding for design will be included in the borrowing for construction.
Milwaukee/Wuthering Hills Roundabout (Eng.) - $12,000
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An underpass for the recreational trail where it crosses E. Milwaukee Street is proposed
to address public safety concerns. The 2006 Note Issue included $160,000 for this
project. A state grant in the amount of $235,000 has also been awarded for this project.
Funding in the amount of $195,000 is proposed in 2009 bringing total funding available
for this project to $590,000. Funding for design will be included in the borrowing for
construction.
S. Jackson Street Bridge Replacement (Eng.) – 145,000
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The sufficiency rating for the Jackson Street Bridge is still not low enough to qualify for
federal funding. Any work the City performed at this time would be at local expense.
The total estimated cost to replace this structure is nearly $7.0 million and requires a 20%
local match of approximately $1.4 million.
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E. Milwaukee Street Pedestrian Underpass - $195,000
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An underpass for the recreational trail where it crosses E. Milwaukee Street is proposed
to address public safety concerns. The 2006 Note Issue included $160,000 for this
project. A state grant in the amount of $235,000 has also been awarded for this project.
Funding in the amount of $195,000 is proposed in 2009 bringing total funding available
for this project to $590,000. The City manager believes other less expensive alternatives
should be evaluated.
Construct and Improve Storm Sewers - $515,000
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Surface Drainage Repairs – CSC - $20,000
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City Services Center Surface Drainage Repairs in the amount of $20,000 is included to
construct a retention pond on City Services Center property to control the release of
storm water to the mined area east of the site. An existing discharge is severely eroding
the mined embankment and needs improvements
Fremont and St. Lawrence Upgrade - $170,000
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Upgrades to Freement St. and St. Lawrence Ave.include ($170,000) to replace 1,700 feet
of 12” and 15” pipe on Fremont St. from Oakland Ave. to St. Lawrence Ave. and on St.
Lawrence Ave. from Fremont St. to Randall Ave. The existing system results in frequent
flooding and the pipe is in poor condition. Work will include upsizing pipes to better
manage stormwater.
Richardson Street Repair - $35,000
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Repairs to Richardson St. include replacing 300 feet of 12” pipe on Richardson Benton
to Sherman. The existing pipe is plugged with excessive roots beyond capabilities of
maintenance equipment. The pipe will be removed and replaced.
Laramie Lane Repair - $90,000
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The Laramie Lane repair project will replace 900 feet of existing under-sized pipe with
new materials 12” to 18” in size to eliminate flooding problems that have caused erosion
on private property. This work is in the 1000 block of Laramie Lane.
Arbor Ridge Outfalls - $150,000
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During the rains associated with the 2008 flood event runoff from an adjacent farm field
damaged the storm sewer outfalls in the Arbor Ridge subdivision. Repairs in the amount
of $150,000 are necessary.
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Palmer Drive - $25,000
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New grates on the upper road are proposed for replacement to prevent reoccurring issues
related to storm drainage.
Pineview - $25,000
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A storm sewer along Pineview was installed in the incorrect location and is located on
private property rather than in the utility easement. This project relocates that storm
sewer into the easement.
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Parks and Public Grounds - $1,950,000
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Renovate Playgrounds/Maintain Equipment - $35,000
In 1996, the City began a program to renovate/replace playground equipment in neighborhood
parks. To date, renovations have been completed at 30 neighborhood parks at a cost of
approximately $35,000 for each neighborhood park. For the last several years one (1) park has
been renovated each year which is what is still included in the proposed Note Issue. This would
have allowed the renovation of a second park (Pershing Park).
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Skate Board Park - $50,000
A Skate park Citizens Committee was organized in 2003. The committee is currently fund
raising and is considerably short of their goal of $250,000. This financial contribution of
$50,000 to the Skate Park will assist the committee in reaching their goal and building this
recreational facility for the youth of Janesville.
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Bike Trail (Tripp Road to Eau Claire Road) - $515,000
A multi-governmental effort is underway to extend the bike trail from Janesville to Beloit. This
funding will permit the acquisition of abandoned railroad right-of-way south of Tripp Road
where the trail currently terminates. These funds will also allow for the installation of a paved
trail surface. This acquisition of abandoned railroad grade will extend City ownership of the trail
to a point that is contiguous with railroad right-of-way owned by the Hendricks Group. This will
effectively extend the Peace Trail from Tripp Road to Eau Claire Road.
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Aquatics facility Improvements (year 3) - $325,000
In 2006, initial funding ($255,000) was included for aquatics facilities design and improvements.
An 18-member citizen committee, with the assistance of a consultant, reviewed current aquatic
facilities and planned for future aquatic facilities in Janesville, including the location and type of
facilities given the growth and demographics of Janesville. It was anticipated the aquatic
projects will cost a maximum of $5,000,000 with initial funding ($1,255,000) being provided in
2006 and 2007 and additional funding proposed for 2009 ($325,000). This project has been put
on hold and no new funding is proposed. Previously borrowed funds will be used to make
necessary repairs and renovations to the existing facilities ($482,000) and the remainder will be
re-programmed for another purpose ($648,000)
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Project Descriptions
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Property Acquisitions (neighborhood) - $500,000
A major neighborhood planning effort was completed in 2009 which recommended that the City
become more active in the acquisition of vacant and/or blighted properties in the older residential
neighborhoods. Available Community Development Block Grant funds are not sufficient for
this effort. Initial funding in the amount of $500,000 was proposed to create a pool of funds for
such property acquisitions. However, with the recent availability of Neighborhood Stabilization
Program (NSP) funds much of the goal can be accomplished without additional General Fund
support at this time.
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Property Acquisitions (downtown) - $250,000
Implementation of the downtown strategy was proposed through the creation of a pool of
General Fund dollars to acquire downtown properties as they become available.
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Parking Lot Construction - $75,000
In 2008 a blighted multi-family structure at the corner of Court Street and Parker Drive was
purchased and demolished. The site is currently vacant. The construction of a surface level
parking lot containing 14 stalls is proposed on this site. This parking lot will be connected to the
existing public parking lat immediately to the north.
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Wastewater Treatment Plant Land Acquisition - $200,000
Funding was proposed to acquire land around the Wastewater Treatment Plant to be held by the
City ($200,000). The land obtained under this program would not be available for residential or
commercial development. Its primary purpose will be to act as a buffer between nearby
residential properties and the treatment plant.
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Public Buildings and Grounds - $1,815,000
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Central Fire Station and Administration - $1,000,000
The central fire station and administrative offices (Fire Station #1) was constructed in 1957 and
no longer meets the space or operational needs of the Fire Department. Initial funding for design
and site acquisition was provided in 2006 ($150,000) and 2007 ($350,000). Funding for
construction will be phased over several years with the initial $500,000 provided in 2008. The
estimated construction cost is $6,500,000 to $7,000,000. Funding for construction pending
award of stimulus grant.
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Building Maintenance - $250,000
Funding in the amount of $500,000 was requested for maintenance projects in municipal
buildings and facilities.
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Tallman House Repairs - $515,000
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Project Descriptions
Immediate needs identified in the building needs analysis total $765,000. Funding in the amount
of $250,000 is recommended, leaving a gap of $515,000.
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Hedberg Public Library Building Maintenance- $50,000
The Hedberg Public Library was constructed in 1996 so the building is now eleven years old.
This project proposes funding for ongoing general building maintenance needs ($50,000).
Funding is available from prior note issues for this purpose.
Acquire Capital Equipment - $195,000
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GIS Enhancements - $100,000
Implementing the GIS is an ongoing process. In 2009 funds are requested to: 1) provide
software and the appropriate licensing to allow GIS utilization outside of Municipal Building
(i.e. water, operations); 2) provide quality control activities to assure accurate system mapping;
3) develop software for recording new construction and maintenance activities; and 4) other GIS
development activities. Funds are requested from the General Fund ($25,000), Water Utility
($25,000), Wastewater Utility ($25,000) and Stormwater Utility ($25,000).
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Pole Camera for Storm Sewer Inspections - $20,000
A pole camera is proposed to facilitate the inspection of storm sewer structures and shorter
sections of piping. It will allow Engineering staff to perform inspections during in-field
investigations, improving overall efficiency of inspections.
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Roll-Off Containers - $30,000
Funding is requested to replace four (4) roll-off containers at the landfill.
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Leisure Services Small Capital Fund - $30,000
Funding is requested for small capital items in the Leisure Services department.
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Multimedia Equipment (Program/Training/Meeting Rooms) - $15,000
Funding is requested to equip the Program/Training/meeting rooms with multimedia equipment.
Construct and Close Landfills - $700,000
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Closure of Cell 1 - $700,000
Closure of a portion of Phase 1 of the operating landfill was anticipated take place in 2009.
The cost of this project is $700,000 which includes installation of a combination
clay/synthetic cap and installation of a landfill gas collection system for Phase 1. This
project has been deferred until 2011.
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Project Descriptions
Construct and Extend Water Mains - $300,000
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System Improvements - $700,000
East Side Water Tower (land acquisition) - $700,000
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Elevated water storage is necessary on the east-side of Janesville to meet current and
future water demand. The construction of a water tower was proposed to meet these
needs and funding was requested for land acquisition. This project has been deferred
indefinitely.
Construct and Extend Sewer Mains - $570,000
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System Expansion - $570,000
Interceptor Extensions - $570,000
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Interceptor sewers carry waste from the collection system to the treatment plant. Several
interceptor sewer mains were planned to serve potential new developments around the
City in 2009 totaling $570,000. However, with the downturn in construction activity
these extensions are no longer necessary.
Provide Financial Assistance for Community Redevelopment - $185,000
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Development Incentive (TIF 26) - $185,000
Funding was proposed in the 2009 Note Issue for two (2) TIF development loans in TIF #26
(Conde Street) previously authorized by the City Council ($185,000). Funding is included for
development loans to 3-D Targets ($125,000) for costs of building upgrades to meet code
requirements for this expanding business. The project will create an additional 5 full-time jobs
in TIF No. 26 ($125,000). A development agreement with PPG Industries provides financing for
manufacturing equipment and the creation of 6 new jobs in TIF No. 26 ($60,000). Due to
restrictions on borrowing for private purposes, funding for this project cannot be included in the
proposed Note Issue. This project will be funded in a future Note Issue.