Title
Approval of a Resolution Authorizing a Public Works Emergency Contract for Repair of a Sinkhole on Mottman Road SW
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve a Resolution authorizing a Public Works Emergency Contract for repair of a sinkhole on Mottman Road SW.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the Resolution authorizing a Public Works Emergency Contract for repair of a sinkhole on Mottman Road SW.
Staff Contact:
Fran Eide, PE, City Engineer, Public Works Engineering, 360.753.8422
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
On January 5, 2022, City staff encountered a sinkhole on Mottman Road SW.
Staff determined that failure of the road due to the sinkhole could result in threats to public safety and property damage, so the City Engineer declared an emergency and entered into a contract with Rognlin’s Inc., of Aberdeen, for emergency repairs of the roadway.
Public Works staff worked with Rognlin’s to complete the necessary repairs, finishing up work on January 13, 2022.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The neighborhoods and surrounding businesses were notified of this work. Had this work not been completed in a timely manner, it could have severely impacted travel routes for the many businesses and residents in the area, including the Olympia School District bus barn.
Options:
1. Approve a Resolution authorizing a Public Works Emergency Contract for repair of a sinkhole on Mottman Road SW.
2. Do not approve a Resolution authorizing a Public Works Emergency Contract for repair of a sinkhole on Mottman Road SW.
3. Direct staff to modify the Resolution to return for approval at a later date.
Financial Impact:
Not-to-exceed contract amount of $15,000.
Attachments:
Resolution