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Resolution to Appropriate Funds and Reimburse FCR LLC for Capital Maintenance at the Materials Recovery Facility ($116,971.23) (8 Votes Required)
Memorandum
The city owns a materials recovery facility (MRF) that is operated by FCR LLC dba RRS Inc. (“FCR”), which is in the fourteenth year of a twenty-year agreement with the city to operate and maintain the MRF on behalf of the city. A jointly funded MRF Capitalized Renewal and Replacement Account exists within the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund to finance capital renewals and replacements as needed.
The attached resolution appropriates funds and reimburses FCR for the cost of the following capital maintenance items at the city-owned MRF:
1. Baler Upfeed Conveyor Replacement: In April 2009 the baler upfeed conveyor was replaced due to normal wear and tear over the preceeding several years. The belt, frame, and three support rails were failing in many areas and were replaced or upgraded. The current belt is a large improvement over the original baler upfeed conveyor system and should provide a longer life than its predecessor. Cost of project: $74,139.99
2. Roofing and Siding Panels - Commercial Fiber Line: In December 2008 the last portion of the Commercial Fiber Line Project was completed with the installation of additional roofing and side panels to fit over the portion of the Commercial Fiber Line that protruded beyond the building when it was installed. This project was necessary to protect the equipment from the weather. Cost of Project: $7,131.24
3. Replacement of C604 Belt: This request is for the replacement of the C604 belt under the Commingled Line. This belt was original to the plant and had been in service over 12 years. Cost of project: $5,800.00
4. C-100 Commingle In-Feed Conveyor: This conveyor carries the commingled (non-paper) materials from the tip floor. Long metal items such as pipe, downspouts, etc, have tended to catch on the belt and puncture it, allowing glass to pe...
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