#3 Authorize issuance of $11,925,000 in promissory notes (File Res. #2011-841)FINANCE ADMINISTRATION MEMORANDUM
October 10, 20011
TO: City Council
FROM: Jacob J. Winzenz, Dir. of Admin. Services/Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: Action on a Proposed Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of $11,925,000 in
Promissory Notes for Financing Various Public Purposes (File Res. 2011-
841)
Summary
Attached is proposed Resolution 2011-841which authorizes the Administration to issue
promissory notes in the amount of $11,925,000. Of this amount, $5,870,000 is General
Fund debt and corresponds to the funding included in the 2011 Debt Fund – Major Capital
Projects budget. Wisconsin State Statutes govern the issuance of general obligation debt
and specifically identify those items for which debt may be incurred. We have structured
the resolution so that the individual projects would be grouped into those categories
specifically referenced by State Statutes. Please reference the attached Summary
Schedule (Exhibit I), which indicates in greater detail the individual projects referenced by
the resolution and compares the funding requested with the amount identified in the 2011
Capital Projects Budget. Also attached is a summary schedule of projects submitted for
inclusion in the proposed note issue but which are not recommended for funding at this
time (Exhibit II). Finally, a report is included which describes the scope of the individual
projects (Exhibit III).
City Manager’s Recommendation
The City Manager recommends approval of the Promissory Notes for the 2011 Note Issue.
Our strategy is consistent with the philosophy that I have continually discussed with
Council and that is that any borrowed funds should reasonably be expected to be
expended within 18 to 24 months. It is my professional opinion this provides the City and
its citizens the best value on projects.
One project that I want to highlight is the skateboard park. I believe that the City can build
the first phase of a skateboard park for approximately $120,000. If this can be
accomplished we are between $30,000 and $40,000 from being able to build it after the
use of the $50,000 the City Council has committed in the past and the money raised by the
Skateboard Park citizen committee.
Background
The base for the 2011 Note Issue was the Major Capital Projects budget included as part
of the City’s 2011 Annual Budget. The 2011 Major Capital Projects budget anticipated
total capital needs of $17,311,840. Of this amount, it was anticipated that General Fund
portion would be $8,801.840, or 51%.
The 2011 Capital Projects Budget contained eighteen (18) projects for the 2011 note issue
that have not been included in the proposed note authorization resolution:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Street Extensions $ 200,000
30,000
Palmer Tennis Court Reconstruction (Courts 7-9)
500,000
Property Acquisitions
Property Demolition/Restoration – S. Jackson St. 50,000
Parking Lot Construction (Parker Dr. & Courts St.) 75,000
Transit Services Center Construction (year 5) 375,000
ERP Phase V (fixed assets, workorders) 300,000
GIS Enhancements 100,000
20,840
Transit Capital Projects
Hydroturbine 100,000
Photovoltaic Solar Array 150,000
Storm Sewers – Sewer Enhancements 225,000
180,000
Storm Sewers – Sewer Repairs
Storm Sewers – Manhole Rehabilitation/Replacement 200,000
Storm Sewers – Channels/Ponds 250,000
Water Mains – Transmission Mains 105,000
Sewer Mains – Collection System Reinforcements 300,000
Sewer Mains – Interceptor Extensions 200,000
TOTAL $3,360,840
Street Extensions has been delayed due to the downturn in development
Palmer Tennis Court Reconstruction deferred until 2012
Property Acquisitions – Additional funding deferred until 2012.
Property Demolition/Restoration (S. Jackson St.) has been combined with Skateboard
Park.
Parking Lot Construction (Parker Dr. & Court Streets) – deferred indefinitely.
Transit Services Center – additional funding deferred until 2012. Sufficient local
funding available to complete design and award construction contracts.
ERP Phase V (fixed assets/workorders) deferred until 2012
GIS Enhancements – additional funding deferred until 2012
Transit Capital Projects – sufficient funding available from prior years.
Hydroturbine
Photovoltaic Solar Array
Storm Sewers – Sewer Enhancements. Additional funding not necessary at this time
as sufficient funds were available from prior years note issues.
Storm Sewers – Sewer Repairs. Additional funding not necessary at this time as
sufficient funds were available from prior years note issues.
Storm Sewers – Manhole Rehabilitation/Replacement. Additional funding not
necessary at this time as sufficient funds were available from prior years note issues.
Storm Sewers – Channels/Ponds. Additional funding not necessary at this time as
sufficient funds were available from prior years note issues.
Water Mains – Transmission Mains has been delayed due to the downturn in
development has been delayed due to the downturn in development.
Sewer Mains – Collection System Reinforcements. Deferred until Rock County is
ready to proceed with expansion of the Jail.
Sewer Mains – Inflow/Infiltration Reduction. Funding obtained through the Clean
Water Fund loan program at more attractive terms.
Sewer Mains – Interceptor Extensions has been delayed due to the downturn in
development.
Conversely, the 2011 Capital Projects Budget did not contain the following projects, which
have been included in the proposed note authorization resolution:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Palmer Drive Bridge Repairs/Railing Replacement $ 110,000
Cemetery Capital 60,000
Biogas Energy Enhancements @ WWTP 750,000
TOTAL $920,000
Attached to this memorandum are three (3) exhibits. Exhibit I is a listing of all capital
projects in this proposed Note Issue. The projects highlighted in yellow are those projects
which the City Council previously committed to fund. Exhibit II is a listing of projects not
recommended for funding at this time. Exhibit III is a narrative description of all projects –
both those recommended for funding and those not recommended.
State Statutes specifically identify the procedural process involved in issuing both general
obligation bonds and notes. Unlike the process required for issuing bonds, which requires
separate actions to authorize and establish the bond details, promissory notes can be
approved in one comprehensive resolution. However, we recommend that the Council
follow the two-step process in authorizing and issuing the debt. Therefore, on Monday,
October 24, 2011, the Council will be requested to adopt the companion details resolution,
which will finalize the projects and their corresponding funding levels. The attached initial
resolution sets forth the maximum amount of notes that can be issued; whereas, the details
resolution will set the final amount of the notes authorized. Prior to the adoption of the
initial resolution projects and funding may be added or deleted. However, in the final
resolution they may only be deleted. The Administration will distribute detailed information
and graphics showing the fiscal impact of this note sale with the details resolution.
We have scheduled the note sale to take place on Monday, November 14, 2011. The bid
opening will be held in the morning, and the Council will be requested to award the sale by
adopting the award resolution that evening, which will indicate the “best bidder.” We
anticipate receiving the note proceeds on November 24, 2011.
Analysis
The proposed 2011 Note Issue is slightly more than the average of the last several years.
The General Fund portion of the proposed Note Issue is $5,870,000 compared to a 5-year
average of $5,858,000. This average is somewhat skewed by a relatively small issue in
2010 ($3,535,000). Of this amount $3,480,000, or 59%, are for projects which the City
Council has already authorized and committed to fund.
A General Fund borrowing of $5,870,000 will have average annual debt service of
$656,707 and will cost the owner of the average home assessed at $114,000
approximately $21.25 per year for ten (10) years. However, the impact on the 2011 tax
levy is less than that because some existing debt is being retired in 2011. Based upon the
proposed borrowing, debt service is estimated to increase $442,299, or 8.88%, in 2012
which will increase the property tax levy by 1.74%. In 2012 the owner of the average home
assessed at $114,000 will pay an additional $14.32 in property taxes for debt service.
Attachments
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2011-841
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF
$11,925,000 IN PROMISSORY NOTES
FOR FINANCING VARIOUS PUBLIC PURPOSES
WHEREAS, Section 67.12(12) Wis. Stats., authorizing any Wisconsin municipality to
issue promissory notes as evidence of indebtedness for any public purpose as defined in
Section 67.04(1)(b), Wis. Stats., and for general and current municipal expenses, including
interest thereon; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 67.04(4), Wis. Stats., the legislature finds that
contracting of debt under Chapter 67, Wis. Stats., for any project constitutes a public purpose;
and
WHEREAS, the following public projects and purposes fall under the scope of Section
67.04(1)(b) AND 67.12(12), Wis. Stats.:
$2,840,000 to construct and improve streets;
$0 to construct and improve storm sewers;
$335,000 to acquire, improve and maintain parks and public grounds;
$1,120,000 to acquire, improve and maintain public buildings and grounds;
$3,440,000 to acquire capital equipment;
$200,000 to construct and close landfills;
$2,030,000 to extend and improve the waterworks system;
$1,110,000 to extend and improve the sanitary sewer system; and
$850,000 to provide financial assistance for community development; and
WHEREAS, such above proposed public projects and purposes and the issuance of
such promissory notes will be beneficial to the City and in the best interest of the community;
NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved by the City Council for the City of Janesville that:
1. The City of Janesville may, pursuant to Section 67.12(12) Wis. Stats., have up to
eleven million, nine hundred five thousand dollars ($11,925,000) in municipal promissory notes
to finance various public projects and purposes as follows:
$2,840,000 to construct and improve streets;
$0 to construct and improve storm sewers;
$335,000 to acquire, improve and maintain parks and public grounds;
$1,120,000 to acquire, improve and maintain public buildings and grounds;
$3,440,000 to acquire capital equipment;
$200,000 to construct and close landfills;
$2,030,000 to extend and improve the waterworks system;
$1,110,000 to extend and improve the sanitary sewer system; and
$850,000 to provide financial assistance for community development.
2. Each promissory note so issued, plus interest, shall be repaid within ten (10)
years after the original date of the note pursuant to Section 67.12(12), Wis. Stats.
3. Each such promissory note issued shall constitute an indebtedness of the City of
Janesville.
ADOPTED:
Motion by:
Second by:
APPROVED:
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Brunner
Dongarra-Adams
Eric J. Levitt, City Manager
Liebert
McDonald
ATTEST:
Rashkin
Steeber
Voskuil
Jean Ann Wulf, City Clerk-Treasurer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Assistant City Attorney
Proposed by: Administrative Services Department
Prepared by: Director of Administrative Services
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Exhibit I
2011 Proposed Note Issue
Project Listing
Special Major Capital
Prior Years Assessment Water Wastewater Stormwater Sanitation Hedberg Proposed Note Projects
FundsGeneral FundFundUtility FundUtility FundUtility FundFundPublic LibraryTIF FundsIssueBudget
Project Description
Construct and Improve Streets
Street Extensions$0$0$200,000
New and Replacement Sidewalks$210,000$330,000$540,000$880,000
Curb and Gutter Replacement & Reconstruction$675,000$13,000$688,000$975,000
Street Lights - New Streets and Subdivisions$0$0
Street Maintenance and Improvements$950,000$92,000$1,042,000$975,000
Major Arterials and Connecting Highways
Milwaukee & Wuthering Hills Roundabout$55,000$55,000$55,000
N. Main Street Resurfacing (design)$55,000$55,000$55,000
S. Pearl Street Reconstruction$350,000$350,000$400,000
Palmer Drive Bridge Repairs and Railing Replacement$110,000$110,000$0
Subtotal$2,405,000$435,000$2,840,000$3,540,000
Construct and Improve Storm Sewers
System Improvements
Channel/Pond Enhancements$0$0
Storm Sewer Enhancements$195,000$0$0$225,000
Storm Sewer Repairs$200,000$0$0$180,000
Manhole rehab./Replacement$110,000$0$0$200,000
System Expansion
Channels/Ponds$0$0$250,000
Storm Sewers$0$0
Subtotal$505,000$0$0$0$855,000
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Parks and Public Grounds
Replace Playground Equipment$40,000$40,000$70,000
Skate Board Park & Site Restoration$100,000$100,000$50,000
Palmer Tennis Court Reconstruction (Courts 7 - 9)$0$0$30,000
Property Acquisitions (downtown & neighborhood)$0$0$500,000
Parking Lot Reconstruction - Palmer Drive/Park$195,000$195,000$215,000
Propert Demolition/Restoration - S. Jackson St.$0$0$50,000
Parking Lot Construction (Parker Dr. & Court Streets)$0$0$75,000
Subtotal$335,000$335,000$990,000
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Public Bldgs. and Grounds
Transit Services Center Construction (year 5)$0$0$375,000
Building Maintenance$200,000$200,000$350,000
Fire Station #1 Construction (year 3)$500,000$500,000$2,000,000
Tallman House$300,000$300,000$500,000
City Services Center - Storage (design)$50,000$50,000$450,000
Cemetery Capital$60,000$60,000$0
Library Parking Lot Resurfacing$10,000$10,000$40,000
Subtotal$1,110,000$10,000$1,120,000$3,715,000
Acquire Capital Equipment
Technology Enhancements$120,000$50,000$50,000$220,000$200,000
ERP Phase V (Fixed Assets/Workorders)$0$0$0$0$300,000
Library Computer Replacements $140,000$140,000$70,000
GIS Enhancements$0$0$0$0$0$100,000
Transit Capital Projects$0$0$20,840
Golf Course Capital$100,000$100,000$100,000
Hydroturbine$0$0$100,000
Variable Frequency Drives$430,000$430,000$175,000
Photovoltaic Solar Array$0$0$150,000
Biogas Energy Enhancements @ WWTP$750,000$750,000$0
Fire Vehicle Replacement$1,000,000 $1,000,000$621,000
Special Major Capital
Prior Years Assessment Water Wastewater Stormwater Sanitation Hedberg Proposed Note Projects
FundsGeneral FundFundUtility FundUtility FundUtility FundFundPublic LibraryTIF FundsIssueBudget
Project Description
Public Safety Equipment$800,000$800,000$385,000
Subtotal$2,020,000$480,000$800,000$0$140,000$3,440,000$2,221,840
Construct and Close Landfills
Gas Collection System Upgrades$100,000$100,000$100,000
Phase 1 Closure$100,000$100,000$700,000
Subtotal$200,000$200,000$800,000
Construct and Extend Water Mains
System Improvements:
Undersized Main Replacement$355,000$355,000$862,000
Lead Service Replacement$90,000$90,000$283,000
Manhole and Valve Replacement$70,000$70,000$165,000
Main Reinforcement$1,215,000$1,215,000$1,500,000
System Expansion
Transmission Mains$0$0$105,000
Development Main Extensions$275,000$25,000$300,000$250,000
Laterals$0$0
Subtotal$275,000$1,755,000$2,030,000$3,165,000
Construct and Extend Sewer Mains
System Improvements:
Sewer Main Repair/Replacement$680,000$680,000$750,000
Collection System Reinforcements$0$0$300,000
Inflow/Infiltration Reduction$195,000$195,000$125,000
System Expansion
Sewer Extensions$135,000$100,000$235,000$250,000
Interceptor Extensions$0$0$200,000
Laterals$0$0
Subtotal$135,000$975,000$1,110,000$1,625,000
Provide Financial Assistance for Community
Business Incubator$850,000$850,000$400,000
Subtotal$850,000$850,000$400,000
Grand Total$505,000$5,870,000$845,000$2,235,000$1,775,000$0$200,000$150,000$850,000$11,925,000$17,311,840
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Exhibit II
2011 Proposed Note Issue
Projects Not Included
Special Major Capital
Prior Years Assessment Water Wastewater Stormwater Sanitation Hedberg Proposed Projects
FundsGeneral FundFundUtility FundUtility FundUtility FundFundPublic LibraryTIF FundsGolf CourseNote IssueBudget
Project Description
Construct and Improve Streets
Street Extensions$200,000$200,000$200,000
Subtotal$200,000$200,000$200,000
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Parks and Public Grounds
Replace Playground Equipment$30,000$30,000$70,000
Palmer Tennis Court Reconstruction (Courts 7 - 9)$30,000$30,000$30,000
Property Acquisitions (downtown & neighborhood)$500,000$500,000$500,000
Parking Lot Construction (Parker Dr. & Court Streets)$75,000$75,000$75,000
Subtotal$635,000$635,000$675,000
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Public Bldgs. and Grounds
Transit Services Center Construction (year 5)$375,000$375,000$375,000
Building Maintenance$150,000$150,000$350,000
Fire Station #1 Construction (year 3)$1,500,000$1,500,000$2,000,000
City Services Center - Additional Storage$400,000$400,000$450,000
Subtotal$2,425,000$2,425,000$3,175,000
Acquire Capital Equipment
ERP Phase V (Fixed Assets/Workorders)$100,000$100,000$100,000$300,000$300,000
GIS Enhancements$25,000$25,000$25,000$25,000$100,000$100,000
Transit Capital Projects$20,840$20,840$20,840
Hydroturbine$100,000$100,000$100,000
Photovoltaic Solar Array$150,000$150,000$150,000
Subtotal$145,840$275,000$225,000$25,000$0$670,840$670,840
Construct and Extend Water Mains
System Improvements:
System Expansion
Transmission Mains$105,000$105,000$105,000
Subtotal$105,000$105,000$105,000
Construct and Extend Sewer Mains
System Expansion
Interceptor Extensions$200,000$200,000$200,000
Subtotal$0$200,000$200,000$200,000
Grand Total$0$3,205,840$200,000$380,000$425,000$25,000$0$0$0$0$4,235,840$5,025,840
Attachment III
2011 Note Issue
Project Descriptions
Construct and Improve Streets - $2,840,000
(a) New and Replacement Sidewalks - $540,000
This program totals $540,000 (General Fund - $210,000; Assessable - $330,000) to
construct new sidewalks and to replace deteriorated sidewalk and/or sidewalk with
other safety deficiencies. Included is the first year of a seven (7) year plan to
implement the Pedestrian Transportation Corridor Plan (PTCP). General Fund costs
for new and replacement sidewalk include curb ramps, sidewalk crossing city owned
property (greenbelts, parks, etc.) and other miscellaneous costs typically paid by the
city at large.
(b) Curb and Gutter Replacement and Reconstruction - $688,000
This program totals $688,000 (General Fund 675,000; Assessable - $13,000) to
replace damaged curb and gutter as well as eliminate areas of water ponding in
conjunction with the street reconstructions and resurfacing programs. Prior to 2010
half of this program has been funded through Special Assessments against the
abutting property owners. As proposed for 2011 costs for curb replacement and
reconstruction will be paid by the city at-large, except for areas where replacement is
requested by the property owner for aesthetic reasons.
(c) Street Maintenance and Improvements - $1,042,000
This program includes funds to maintain City streets and make various other
improvements to the street network such as intersection and railroad crossing
improvements. In 2011 $1,042,000 is proposed for this program (General Fund -
$950,000; Assessable $92,000).
(d) Major Arterials and Connecting Highways - $460,000
This category proposes a total of $460,000 in funding for 2011. There are several
projects that provide for preliminary engineering on projects. This funding provides
the local match to federal funding in most cases.
A roundabout is proposed for construction at the intersection of Milwaukee Street
and Wuthering Hills Drive. The total estimated cost is $451,000 with $395,000
provided through a Highway Safety Improvement Program grant and $55,000
from local funds.
North Main Street is scheduled for resurfacing in 2013. Total project costs are
estimated to be $1,530,000 with $1,216,000 provided in federal funding and a
local share of $314,000. Proposed for 2011 is $55,000 as the local share of the
design and engineering costs ($265,000)
Attachment III
South Pearl Street from Court Street to Rockport Road is being reconstructed.
Total project costs are estimated to be $502,000 with $152,000 provided through
the Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) and $350,000 through local funds.
(e) Palmer Drive Bridge Repairs and Railing Replacement - $110,000
With the reconstruction of Palmer Drive it made sense to repair the bridge over
Spring Brook and replace the railing on the bridge.
Construct and Improve Storm Sewers No new funding necessary at this time
(a) System Improvements - $505,000
System Improvements total $505,000 for enhancements to the existing storm
drainage system. Proposed projects include:
Areas within the Stormwater collection system can develop capacity deficiencies
or other problems which require enhancements to properly manage current and
projected stormwater flow. Storm Sewer enhancement projects in 2011 are
expected to cost $195,000. Planned projects include: S. Pearl Street from W.
Court Street to W. Racine Street and E. Holmes Street from Jackman Street to
Sinclair Street. Planned projects may change based upon need.
Storm sewer repair projects totaling $200,000 have been identified for 2011.
Planned projects include: Benton Avenue from Prairie Avenue to Eisenhower
Church; and Clark Street from Main Street to the Rock River. Projects can
change if other repairs are identified and are considered higher priority.
Rehabilitating or replacing manholes in conjunction with street resurfacing and
reconstruction projects prevents future failures of the structures after a new street
surface has been placed. In 2011 funding in the amount of $110,000 is
proposed. Some manholes only need repairs to the upper portion and other
manholes that need total replacement.
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Parks and Public Grounds - $335,000
(a) Replace Playground Equipment - $40,000
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 $40,000 for each neighborhood park.
The renovation/replacement of playground equipment will continue in 2011, with
improvements proposed for Rushmore Park ($40,000).
(b) Skateboard Park and Site Restoration - $100,000
An at-grade skate park is proposed at the former batting cage location on S.
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Jackson Street. The total project is estimated to cost $135,000 which includes
ramps and other features for skate boarders, as well as grading and seeding of this
property and other City-owned property to the north. Of the total project costs,
$35,000 will be provided through private donations and $100,000 from the City.
(c) Parking Lot Reconstruction at Palmer Park - $195,000
The parking lot adjacent to Palmer Drive which serves CAMDEN Playground and the
wading pool was reconstructed along with Palmer Drive. The parking lot was
physically separated from Palmer Drive to prevent parked vehicles from backing into
travel lanes. Additional parking stalls were also created.
Acquire, Improve & Maintain Public Buildings and Grounds - $1,120,000
(a) Building Maintenance - $200,000
Each year, funds are required for minor building maintenance projects at City
facilities. In 2011, improvements totaling $200,000 are proposed for several public
buildings. The locations may include the Municipal Building, various park and
recreational facilities, and Senior Center. This is slightly less than prior years
because significant federal EECDBG funds were used to make improvements to
several facilities.
(b) Central Fire Station - $500,000
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), 2007
($350,000), and 2008 ($500,000). An additional $500,000 is proposed for 2011 to
complete the funding requirements for site acquisition and design. The estimated
construction cost is $6,500,000.
(c) Tallman House - $300,000
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. Funding in the amount of $250,000 was provided in
2009. The 2011 note issue includes $300,000 to continue funding these repairs.
(d) City Services Center Storage (design) - $50,000
The Parks Division has an acute need for storage of mowers and other equipment.
Much of their equipment is stored in buildings which are awaiting demolition. As
these buildings are demolished the Parks Division must find new places to store
their equipment. When the City Services was designed and constructed provisions
were made to expand the structure to the north. Funding in the amount of $50,000
is proposed to identify the storage needs of the Parks Division, as well as other
divisions, and design solutions to meet that need.
Attachment III
(e) Cemetery Capital - $60,000
Proposed for the 2011 note issue is funding in the amount of $60,000 for various
capital items at the Cemetery including centralizing the water distribution system,
acquiring equipment to develop a computer inventory of lots, and repairs to the
roads within the cemetery.
(f) Library Parking Lot Resurfacing - $10,000
The parking lot behind the library will be resurfaced and restriped. This lot was last
resurfaced in 1996 making it 15 years old. This does not include the lot the library
shares with JPAC.
Acquire Capital Equipment - $3,440,000
(a) Technology Enhancements - $220,000
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 2011, funds are requested
from the General Fund ($120,000), 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.
(b) Library Technology Enhancements - $140,000
The library will be replacing all 102 computers for public use and all 57 computers
used by staff. All the computers being replaced are at least 5 years old. Updated
software will also be purchased and installed on the computers. In addition, 4
printers and 4 bar code scanners will be replaced, and several new security cameras
will also be added. Lastly, a Microfilm 6000 machine will be purchased to replace
our outdated microfilm reader (which we can no longer get parts to service).
(c) Golf Course Capital - $100,000
The lease on the golf course expired at the end of 2010 and the City is now
responsible for the operation and maintenance of the courses. When the lease
ended we acquired an aged fleet of maintenance equipment from the lessee.
Funding in the amount of $100,000 is included to begin replacing the maintenance
equipment over the next several years.
(d) Variable Frequency Drives - $430,000
This project includes installation of 17 variable frequency drives and associated
controls at Pumping Stations 4, 5, 7, 10, 12 and 14. The work includes installation of
equipment within existing motor control center structures for well and booster pumps
at each site.
Attachment III
(e) Biogas Energy Enhancements at Wastewater Treatment Plant - $750,000
Upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Plant are proposed to increase the amount
of biogas produced and the ability to convert that biogas into energy.
Enhancements include gas conditioning equipment ($100,000), CNG vehicle fueling
station ($200,000), 200 KW microturbine ($300,000), CNG modifications to 5
vehicles ($40,000), high strength waste receiving station ($20,000), and other
miscellaneous costs ($90,000).
(f) Fire Vehicle Replacement - $1,000,000
Several pieces of fire equipment are scheduled for replacement including a 1997
- $470,000), a 1990
tanker ($320,000), and a 2000 ambulance ($210,000).
(g) Public Safety Equipment - $800,000
In order to comply with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements to
narrow-band public safety radio frequencies, most public safety radio systems in the
County must be upgraded. Rock County has taken the lead on this effort and has
agreed to take over the public safety radio system in the County. This proposal
includes the costs to replace our mobile radios and upgrade the radio system prior to
the County assuming ownership.
Construct and Close Landfills - $200,000
(a) Gas Collection System Upgrades - $100,000
Current operations at the sanitary landfill have resulted in increased odors and
complaints from residents. This project makes improvements to the temporary gas
collection system to reduce odors and maintain co
permit.
(b) Phase I Closure - $100,000
These funds will be utilized to install permanent landfill gas collection wells in Cell 1
of the operating landfill. These wells are being installed ahead of permanent closure
of this cell, which is scheduled for 2012. The permanent wells replace temporary
wells which were installed in 2009.
Construct and Extend Water Mains - $2,030,000
(a) System Improvements - $1,730,000
Undersize main replacements totaling $355,000 are proposed for 2011. This
program is needed to replace undersized water mains (replace 1-1/2 inch and 4-
inch mains with 6 inch mains) in the distribution system. There are
approximately 9 miles of undersized mains in the system. Replacement is done
Attachment III
in coordination with street restoration projects. Funds requested will replace
about 2,200 feet of mains.
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. In 2011, the Water Utility proposes to replace 55 lead
services ($90,000).
Prior to street reconstruction, the condition of the water manholes and valves in
the street are evaluated. Old, deteriorated manholes are either rehabilitated or
replaced prior to the street work. This helps insure the long term integrity of the
street so that a newer street surface would not have to be dug up shortly after the
work to replace a failing manhole. For 2011, $70,000 is proposed for this
program.
The Main Reinforcement program addresses identified weaknesses in the
existing water distribution system by adding transmission mains or upgrading
distribution mains to transmission mains. In 2011, Phase II of the Blackbridge
Road main is scheduled. The total project estimate is $2,715,000 with
$1,500,000 provided in 2010 and the balance ($1,215,000) provided in 2011.
(b) System Expansion - $300,000
(c) Development Main Extensions water mains extended to serve new
developments. Cost - $300,000; Assessable Portion - $275,000.
Construct and Extend Sewer Mains - $1,110,000
(a) System Improvements - $875,000
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. Proposed for 2010 is $805,000 in 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.
This is an ongoing multi-year program to prevent water inflow and infiltration into
the sanitary sewer system. This program has focused primarily on sanitary
sewer manholes in the past, but its focus has now shifted to sewer laterals. For
2011 funding in the amount of $195,000 is proposed.
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(b) System Expansion - $235,000
Development Sewer Extensions sewer mains extended to serve new
developments. Cost - $235,000; Assessable Portion - $135,000.
Provide Financial Assistance for Community Redevelopment - $850,000
(a) Funding in the amount of $860,000 is included for development loans in TIF No. 23.
Development loans were made to SARA Investments for the rehabilitation of the
building located at 101 E. Milwaukee Street.