Item Coversheet

*4.C.5.


Shakopee City Council
July 6, 2021

FROM:Bill Egan, Public Works Superintendent
TO:Mayor and Council Members
Subject:
Metropolitan Pollution Control Agency Alternative Landscaping Equipment Grant Agreement.
Policy/Action Requested:
Approve Resolution R2021-107, accepting a Metropolitan Pollution Control Agency Alternative Landscaping Equipment Grant Agreement.
Recommendation:
Approve Resolution R2021-107.
Discussion:

On March 16, 2021 Shakopee City Council approved an application to the MPCA  Alternative Landscaping Equipment Grant (Resolution R2021-042). This grant will fund the replacement of 2-cycle gasoline-powered landscaping and snow removal equipment with electric-powered equipment.


The city applied for several small-cost electrical equipment, as follows:


1. Self-propelled Lawn Mower Model RMA 510
2. Cordless String Trimmer Model FSA 90R
3. Leaf Blower Model BGA 86
4. Chain Saw 14’’ Model MSA 220 C-B
5. Concrete Saw Model TSA 230
6. Hedge Trimmer Model HAS 66
7. Battery Packs Model AP 300S
8. Battery Chargers Model AL 500

 

The city received a grant award and agreement on June 28, 2021. The cost estimate for the above listed equipment comes to $3,776.26.

Budget Impact:
The grant requires a 50% match which is covered in the 2021 Public Works General Operating budget.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Resolution R2021-107
MPCA Alt. Landscaping Equipment Agreement