TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Stephen K. Andras
DATE: October 2, 2013
SUBJECT: title
A Resolution appropriating $941,750 of Motor Fuel Tax Funds for snow removal for the 2013 - 2014 winter season. MFT Section 14-00000-00-GM
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PURPOSE:
To appropriate Motor Fuel Tax Funds for Sodium Chloride (Salt) and Liquid
Calcium Chloride for snow removal operations for the 2013-2014 winter season
BACKGROUND:
The City of Aurora has utilized Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the material costs for Sodium Chloride and Liquid Calcium Chloride associated with snow removal for over 30 years. The Sodium Chloride and Liquid Calcium Chloride are purchased through a State of Illinois contract.
DISCUSSION:
To utilize Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the material costs for Sodium Chloride and
Liquid Calcium Chloride it is necessary to appropriate sufficient funds by a
Resolution and have the resolution approved by the Illinois Department of
Transportation.
The cost of the Sodium Chloride through the State of Illinois Joint Purchases Contract is $54.75 per ton and the cost of the Liquid Calcium Chloride is estimated to be $0.55 per gallon.
The actual amount of Motor Fuel Tax Funds utilized will be dependent upon the
severity of the weather. Any funds appropriated but not expended are returned
to the City's unobligated balance.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
Approval of this resolution will provide the City with the necessary materials to perform proper snow and ice control on City streets during the 2013 and 2014 winter season.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Please forward this resolution to the Finance Committee for their review and recommendation.
cc: Alderman O'Connor, Chairman
Alderman Mervine
Alderman Peters, Alternate