2/5/2015 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Minutes

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Capital Improvement Program Committee Minutes February 5, 2015 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS: (continued) Also proposed for replacement is the 2006 Chevrolet 3500 1 -Ton dump truck. It is one of four dump trucks used on a daily basis by the DPW. Repairs have become recurring, and costly. The bed of the truck is significantly rusted and in need of replacement. The cost to replace this vehicle is $76,300. Ms. Laurent indicated that all larger truck bodies are proposed for replacement with more durable stainless steel beds. In fiscal year 2016 the DPW has proposed to replace the 763 Bobcat with a Terex Track Loader with a V -plow, or similar equipment. The Track Loader would be utilized to clear the sidewalks and bikepaths more efficiently. With a standard attachment, the Track Loader would be used throughout the year for other uses. It was noted the Town has over 6 miles of paths and sidewalks with more projected. Currently the walkways and bikepaths are cleared with a self-propelled walk behind snow blower or with a Bobcat bucket too wide for sidewalks. The cost for the equipment is $35,000. PLANNING & CONSTRUCTION: Flooring Replacement - $50,000 Replacement of Flooring in Various Buildings - $50,000 Continued annual funding is requested to replace the flooring, carpet or VCT at various Town buildings. The project proposes to replace flooring installed in 1996 at the Middle/High School. To date, approximately 1/3rd of the classroom flooring has been replaced. The cost is $50,000 to complete 4 to 5 classrooms. It was noted that last year rental fluids contributed to the flooring replacement project. With declined rental funding, the budget has decreased significantly.