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Minutes from the Public Works Committee meeting on September 5, 2006.
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Public Works Committee Minutes
Tuesday, September 5, 2006
4:30 p.m.
Members present: Jimmy Ashley, Darrel Dover, Alec Farmer, Chris Moore, Cecil Province and John Street. Others: Mayor Formon, City Clerk Jackson, Staff and Press.
DRAINAGE PRESENTATIONS:
Mr. Robert Hendrix with Haywoood, Kenward, and Bare Associates provided a presentation for alternate #3, the Oak, Haltom and Kitchen project. He explained they looked at the area of Kitchen Street east to Patrick Street extended to determine the property available for detention and the effect it would have on the drainage basin. The 10 year, 25 year and 100 year storm results were provided showing a 32% (127 CFS) in flow reduction for the 25 year storm, and 26% (143 CFS) for the 100 year storm. The estimated cost for construction, engineering, right of way, utilities and land purchase was $1,090,330.00. Councilman Dover questioned the cost of the earth work which was estimated between $140,000 to $350,000. Mr. Hendrix explained it was for dirt removal of approximately 14,000 to 15,000 cubic yards. Councilman Moore questioned the cost of the land acquisition which was estimated between $227,500.00 and $285,000.00. Mr. Hendrix explained the “asking price” for the four lots located on the east side of Haltom were $175,000, but could be negotiated down which is reflected in the lowest cost estimate. Mr. Mike Cameron stated in the past land acquisition had not been included in the construction cost, and regardless the land at the box culvert would have to be acquired. He further explained they were working in three other areas within the same basin, and prior to deciding on that particular detention pond, consideration should be given to its impact. Discussion was held regarding use of the excess dirt. One option mentioned was the landfill site which could lower the cost of the project. Mr. Hendrix explained the propos...
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