Presenter/Contact
Presenter
Michael Mundell, Solid Waste Manager
Contact Info
(830) 221-4040 - mmundell@nbtexas.org
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SUBJECT:
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Approval of the purchase of a propane-fueled pneumatic tire forklift utilizing a grant from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) through the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) from Equipment Depot using the NJPA contract.
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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:
The Solid Waste and Recycling Division is committed to providing environmentally friendly services and expanding opportunities for waste diversion. In 2016 the Division submitted a $30,000 grant application to the TCEQ through the AACOG to purchase a 7,000 lb. forklift. Due to a lack of available funding through AACOG, the grant was unfunded. Since that time several grants that were awarded have been unused and enough money has been returned to the AACOG to award our $30,000 grant application. The addition of this equipment will save the Division about $1,500 annually in forklift rental fees for household hazardous waste collection events, as well as assist with daily operations in the public works yard.
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
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Yes |
City Plan/Council Priority: |
Strategic Priorities: 1: Use a variety of funding sources for operational and capital needs. Explore creative funding alternatives and partnerships. |
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total cost of the forklift is $33,452; there is adequate funding in the Solid Waste Fund to cover the additional $3,452.
Recommendation
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the purchase of the 7,000 lb. propane fueled pneumatic tire forklift from Equipment Depot using the NJPA contract.