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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Joseph Hopp, Superintendent of Maintenance Services
DATE: April 10, 2018
SUBJECT:
A request to approve the purchase of a new Moto Electric 28 Passenger Shuttle for Phillips Park.
PURPOSE:
To assure that Phillips Park has a dependable and efficient shuttle for their very popular tram ride "The Mastodon Express"..
BACKGROUND:
Currently Phillips Park operates a 2003 Taylor-Dunn BT2-80 gasoline powered tram that is very inefficient due to the use of carburetor. This type of configuration is pre-1980 technology and has high exhaust emissions thus the tailpipe had to be modified so the exhaust fumes were dispersed above the trailer's canopies. Additionally the trailers have needed many axle repairs due to the years of service.
The Mastodon Express is one of the most popular summer attractions at Phillips Park. This ride is a narrated on a 2.1 mile asphalt path that meanders through Phillips Park. The Mastodon Express makes 11 loops a day starting on Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day and special other events such as parades.
DISCUSSION:
City staff has researched many other shuttles or tram options and have come to the conclusion that a Moto Electric 28 Passenger Shuttle would best fit the needs for Phillips Park. This shuttle has zero exhaust emissions since it is battery powered and has roof solar panels that extend the length of time the batteries hold a charge. Another feature is the sound system that can be programed with a pre-recorded narrative.
The Moto Electric 28 Passenger Shuttle is on the US General Services Administration ("GSA") contract GS-03F-038CA. This service provides cost saving through their negotiated Schedule contracts.
Moto Electric provided a sale proposal for $49,192.62 for a 28 person electric shuttle. This is a two piece unit that includes extra batteries and upgrade, charger, solar panels, and wheel chair accessibility.
Account 340-4440-451.63-99 has $48,000.00 reserved for this purchase. A budget transfer from accounts 340-4440-451.38-89 and 65.05 will be entered before final City Council approval.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
This purchase has no impact on other departments.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
I recommend that the City Council approve the resolution to purchase a new Moto Electric 28 Passenger Shuttle for Phillips Park from Moto Electric from the GSA contract GS-03F-038CA in the amount of $49,192.62.
cc: Alderman O’Connor, Chairman
Alderman Mesiacos
Alderman Bugg
Alderman Mervine, Alternate
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution to purchase a new Moto Electric 28 Passenger Shuttle for Phillips Park from Moto Electric from the GSA contract GS-03F-038CA in the amount of $49,192.62).
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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, currently Phillips Park operates a 2003 Taylor-Dunn BT2-80 gasoline powered tram. The tugger power unit is very inefficient due to the use of carburetor: and
WHEREAS, City staff has researched many other shuttles and/or tram options and have come to the conclusion that a Moto Electric 28 Passenger Shuttle would best fit the needs of Phillips Park., and
WHEREAS, Moto Electric 28 Passenger Shuttle is on the US General Services Administration ("GSA") contract GS-03F-038CA, and
WHEREAS, Moto Electric provided a sale proposal for $49,192.62 for a 28 person electric shuttle and) )
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: approve the purchase of a new Moto Electric 28 Passenger Shuttle for Phillips Park from Moto Electric from the GSA contract GS-03F-038CA in the amount of $49,192.62 and the Director of Purchasing is authorized to execute orders as required.