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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Todd Schmitz, Golf Maintenance Manager
DATE: January 30, 2014
SUBJECT:
Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Various Golf Course Equipment in the Total Amount of $61,731.87 Through the National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance
PURPOSE:
The replacement of two green mowers and one collar mower for use at the Phillips Park Golf Course is necessary in order to maintain the greens at the high level of playing condition to which our customers are accustomed.
BACKGROUND:
The average age for the golf course equipment recommended for replacement is thirteen years old. The equipment recommended for purchase has been bid through the National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance
DISCUSSION:
Golf course conditions are a major factor that golfers consider when choosing where to play. These mowers will allow us to continue to maintain the golf course at a competitive level. Dollars for this expenditure are available in account 550-4442-451-74.33
IMPACT STATEMENT:
Failure to purchase this equipment will result in higher equipment maintenance and repair costs. More importantly it may negatively affect golf course playing conditions
RECOMMENDATIONS:
I request the proposed resolution be adopted to purchase various golf course equipment in the amount of $61,737.81 under the National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance for the Phillips Park Golf Course
cc: Alderman O'Connor, Chairman
Alderman Mervine
Alderman Bohman
Alderman Peters, Alternate
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Various Golf Course Equipment in the Total Amount of $61,731.87 Under the National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance.
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is, therefore, a home rule unit under subsection (a) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, subject to said Section, a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs for the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the Phillips Park Golf Course is in need of replacing various mowing equipment and the recommended equipment to be purchased is from a cooperative purchasing agency available through the National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance; and
WHEREAS, the National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance provides contracts for products and services for federal agencies; and
WHEREAS, under Section 2-335 (a) (5) of the Aurora Code of Ordinances, competitive bidding procedures and requirements may be dispensed with when using any agreement involving acquisition of service, equipment or article entered into another government entity; and
WHEREAS, funds are available in account 550-4442-451-74.33 for this expenditure; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: Authorizing the Purchase of Various Golf Course Equipment in the Total Amount of $61,731.87 Under the National Intergovernmental for the for the Phillips Park Golf Course and does hereby further authorize its Purchasing Director to issue the necessary order to implement purchase of same.
PASSED AND APPROVED on ______________.
AYES ____ NAYS ____ NOT VOTING ____ ABSENT ____
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Alderman Bohman, Ward 1 Alderman Garza, Ward 2
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Alderman Mesiacos, Ward 3 Alderman Donnell, Ward 4
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Alderman Peters, Ward 5 Alderman Saville, Ward 6
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Alderman Hart-Burns, Ward 7 Alderman Mervine, Ward 8
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Alderman Bugg, Ward 9 Alderman Johnson, Ward 10
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Alderman Irvin, At Large Alderman O'Connor, At Large
ATTEST:
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City Clerk Mayor
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