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Action on Resolution 20-080, a Resolution Awarding Bids on 2020-2021 Snow and Ice Removal Road Salt.
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Summary:
The City uses road salt as part of the snow and ice removal process. This resolution will award the 2020-21 road salt bid based on best pricing available. The low bid of $74/ton is a 17% decrease from the 2019-2020 road salt price.
Background:
The City uses road salt as part of the snow and ice removal process. The City collaborates with Brookings County on the annual road salt order to take advantage of economies of scale and cost savings.
Between 2016 to 2020, the price per ton of road salt has ranged from $61.45 to $89.25. Mining and transportation costs are the largest factors in determining the annual price per ton of road salt. Bidding on an annual basis promotes receiving the most competitive pricing.
Fiscal Impact:
City budget is $60,000.
Recommendation
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval
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Snow Operations Plan