1991/07/10 Council Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

C 345 July 10,1091 AGREEMENT-ALDERWOOD WATER DISTRICT Moved by Councilman Diamond,seconded by Councilman Anderson to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement with Alderwood Water District for construction of the first phase of a storm drain • on Evergreen Way. • Councilman Moser questioned why this hadn't gone through the bid process. Dan Mathias stated there was a reputable contractor in the area who could do the work at a reasonable cost. Ken Mousden said the project dealt with the headwaters, a very sensitive area. The area was already torn up and that this would be the most expedicus way to resolve this problem. Councilman Pope felt this was a very large amount not to go to bid. Councilman Anderson asked if the City could be held liable for not going to bid. We't'tLe"PTlirgrk's"::atsuatt'reqUiXe that is Ia pvh out to Councilman Overstreet questioned how we know we're not paying for mobilization. Dan Mathias Said our consultant, James Mentgomery, felt this was a reasonable and competitive bid. He further told Council that if this bid was not accepted it would probably go to bid next year;however,flooding could result end the cost would be higher. Councilman Pope asked if Council liaisons were aware of this. C The answer was no. Councilman Morrow was concerned that the many years of efforts for fish enhancement at Pigeon Creek not be put in jeopardy. Moved by Councilmen Moser to table this until next week requesting additional information and justificationfor this action along with time schedule. C •