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CITY OF LAUREL
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
MONDAY, JUNE 21, 2021
The Public Works Committee meeting was called to order at 6:00pm on Monday, June 21, 2021
by Committee Chair, Heidi Sparks.
Members Present: Heidi Sparks- Chair, Iry Wilke- Vice Chair, Richard Herr, Do son,
Mary Carter uw\1 ya vi
Others Present: Kurt Markegard- Public Works Director
Public Input: None
General Items:
1. Approval of the Minutes from May 17, 2021- Motion by Iry Wilke and seconded by
Richard Herr. Motion carried.
New Business
2. Emergency Call Out Report- Report attached
a. Items of note- Public Works Director Kurt Markegard is now looking into push
bar doors for the restrooms due to the ER Call Out on 6/2!21 for child locked in
the bathroom at Thompson Park. This will allow people to get out of the
restrooms even if the doors have been locked.
KLJ Engineering Report- Report attached
a. A discussion was led by Public Works Director Kurt regarding Pavement
Maintenance. Kurt stated the PACER study on Laurel road conditions was
completed, in part, to get nominations for the State's Pavement Preservation
Funds
b. Kurt stated S 4`h St can utilize Enterprise Funds from both Water and Sewer since
there is water and sewer infrastructure under the road needing to be replaced
c. Kurt stated W Railroad has Urban Route funds designated for that project. The
TIF district can possibly bond for the project covering I` to 50'.
d. The committee consensus is to move forward with the street that has funds and
will discuss at council workshop on July 6, 2021
Old Business: None
Other Items
Kurt gathered more information related to Street Maintenance Districts
o Billings only has 2 districts established. Billings assess an Arterial Fee, which
must be passed by a vote of the people. This also sunsets after 13 years and must
go back out for a vote of the people.
Kurt address the parking lots at Thompson Park
o Millings added to 2021 Budget to chip seal both parking lots at Thompson park -
Announcements
4. Next Meeting will be Monday, July 19, 2021 at 6:00pm
Meeting adjourned at 7:25pm.
Emergency Call Out for July 19, 2021 Public Works Committee Meeting
7-6-2021 Sewer backup 700 block of 61' Ave.
7-12-2021 Water Break Woodland Ave.
City of Laurel Project Status Update
July 15, 2021
2021 Pavement Maintenance Project (KLJ #2104-00862)
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Reason for Project: To provide yearly maintenance and improvements to the City of Laurel Roads
Network.
Project Scope: Miscellaneous annual pavement maintenance design, bidding and construction in
locations throughout the City of laurel
Current Status:
• Project Scope and Task Order Delivered to City
• Being Reviewed at Workshop on 7.20.21 and Council 7.27.21
Lindy Lane Sewer Replacement (KU #2014-00018)
Reason for Proiect: To replace a large capacity sewer main that is cracked and has a high potential for
failure.
Project Scope: To remove and replace a 115 lineal foot section of 30" sanitary sewer pipe that is just
south of Interstate 90 to a manhole within Lindy Lane.
Current Status:
• DEQ package sent on 7.15.21
• City to purchase Pipe if available
Water System PER (KU #2104-00147)
Reason for Project: To update the Preliminary Engineering Report that was completed in April 2014 with
the most current information.
Project Scope: To Update the existing computer model for the water distribution system, review the
booster station alternatives with regards to the new proposed school location, analyze up to 3 different
sites for a new water tank, and explore funding alternative for all potential projects.
Current Status:
• Project Analysis is in Progress.
• Final Report is due Sept. 1't .
Srh Ave. Water Re -Route (KU #2104-00118)
Reason for Project: To abandon the existing waterline between W. 111h and W. 121h Streets that crosses
existing properties without an easement.
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ENGINEERING, REIMAGINED
City of Laurel Project Status Update
July 15, 2021
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Project Scope: Abandonment of a 12" waterline that connects 11th St. to 12th St north of S`h Ave. in
Laurel. A new 12" waterline will connect at the intersection of 5t" Ave. and 1111 St, route east to 421 Ave.
and then north to 12" St. where it will turn back west and connect at the original connection point along
12th St.
Current Status:
• Construction is in progress.
• Expected completion is 8.12.21
Southside Stormwater Study (KLJ #2004-01470)
Reason for Project: Analyze Laurels South side to determine needed improvements for stormwater.
Project Scope:: To complete a stormwater master plan for the areas south of the train tracks and west
of Highway 212.
Current Status:
• Analysis and evaluations of existing conditions is complete
• Development of alternatives is in progress
WWTP Screw Pump 8 Replacement (KU #2004-01359)
Reason for Project: To replace screw pump B at the Laurel Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Project Scope: Reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Archimedes Screw Pump "B" at the City of laurel
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Current Status:
• Project Bid July 11t
• Project Award July 132"
• Anticipated equipment delivery January 15th
• Project completion, February 15th
WTP Lift Well Replacement (KLJ #2004-01487)
Reason for Project: To replace a lift well at the Laurel Water Treatment Plant.
Project Scope: Reconstruction and rehabilitation of the lift well at the City of Laurel Water Treatment
Plant.
Current Status:
• DEQ Submittal 7.30.21
• Advertise 8.26.21
ENGINEERING, REIMAGINED
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City of Laurel Project Status Update
July 15, 2021 <<KLI
• Bid Opening 9.1.21
2021 Pavement Maintenance Project (KU #2004-00831)
Reason for Project: To provide yearly maintenance and improvements to the City of Laurel Roads
Network.
Proiect Scope: Miscellaneous annual pavement maintenance design, bidding and construction in
locations throughout the City of laurel
Current Status:
• Approved by Council on May 11th
• Start Construction June 1"
• Crack sealing complete this week.
• Chip Sealing to occur 7.20 & 21
• Project to be complete by 8.15.21
Sanitary Sewer H2S Remediation (KU #1804-00122)
Reason for Project: Buildup of H2S within the WW collection system has led to deterioration of manholes
and other system components.
Project Scope: Complete design and construction administration to address H2S build-up in the system.
Current Status:
• Survey completed
• Design underway
• DEQ Submittal 7.30.21
• Advertise 8.26.21
• Bid Opening 9.1.21
Water Tank Recoat (KU #1904-01843)
Reason for Project: The coating on the City water tank has deteriorated to the point where it is flaking
and peeling.
Project Scope: Design, bid, and administer the recoating of the water tank.
Current Status:
• Project Bid 7.1.21
• Project Award 7.13.21
• Project Completion 8.31.21
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ENGINEERING, REIMAGINED
City of Laurel Project Status Update
July 15, 2011 <<KLI
Yellowstone River Crossing (KLJ #1004-00542)
Reason for Project: The 4" waterline that serves Riverside park campground freezes during the winter
months and leaks where it crosses the Yellowstone River.
Project Scope: Design, bid, and administer the replacement the waterline that is attached to the bridge
crossing the Yellowstone River
Current Status:
• Preconstruction meeting scheduled for 7.21.21
• Project to be complete by 9.1.21
Data and Asset Management (KU # 1804-00461)
Reason for Project: Consolidate infrastructure information
Proiect Scope: Assemble city infrastructure data into a single source, which can be used to track and
manage assets
Current Status:
• Project Closed Out
Design Standards & Rules Update (KU # 1804-02569)
Reason for Project: Update old standards
Project Scope: Develop a set of cohesive and concise design standards for public improvements to help
facilitate reviews of new developments and ensure the public improvements are designed in the City of
Laurel's best interest.
Current Status:
• Drafts of the all sections of the manual are complete
• Final sections of streets, water and sewer are complete
Laurel Planning Services (KU #1804-00554)
Reason for Project: KLJ has been retained to provide City of Laurel planning services as needed.
Project Scope: Planning services may include; subdivision, zoning, development, floodplain hazard
management, miscellaneous reviews and other related work. KU will prepare staff reports,
recommendations, and attend meetings upon request.
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aA�E` City of Laurel Project Status Update <<�K% LJuly 15, 2021
Current Status:
• Site Plan Review — Lot 1B, Block 1, Entertainment Subdivision. 2nd submittal reviewed and
sent to City on 6.15.21
• Subdivision Review—Goldberg Sporting Estates Sewer Recommended language Sent to Kurt
April 22nd, 2021. Needs to go to City Council
• Subdivision Review—Cherry Hills 3`d Filing Initial Review Complete and sent to City 7.6.21
• Subdivision Review - Iron Horse Station Subdivision Water & Sewer Delivered Approved,
Streets & Storm comments sent 5.28.21
• Subdivision Review- Bitterroot Grove Townhomes Engineering reports reviewed and sentto
City o 6.8.21
• Growth Policy Update —Completed December 15, 2020
Laurel Capital Improvement Plan (KLJ # 2104-00649)
Reason for Project: KU has been retained by the City of Laurel to develop a 5 -year Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP).
Project Scope: The CIP is primarily a planning tool for annual budgeting to assist Departments and the
Governing Body establish project priorities and funding.
Current Status:
• Task Order executed
• Kick-off meeting Department Heads
• Initial structure of CIP generated
• Department Heads contacted for additional projects.
Other Notes and Information
Other potential projects have been identified during recent conversations between City staff and KU.
City Public Works staff and KU task leaders meet bi-weekly to discuss current and future projects. As
these are tentative, the timing and extent of KU's services are TBD, unless noted otherwise.
Anticipated FY21 Projects
1. West Railroad Street Reconstruction- Proposal submitted
2. Water System Planning
a. Booster station rehabilitation or replacement (task order forthcoming)
b. Water storage tank Preliminary Engineering Report
3. 7`^ Street reconstruction from 1" Street to
4. Waterline extension out to Golf Course Road
5. Updates to Zoning regulations
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City of Laurel Project Status Update KLJ
July 15, 2021
6. Updates to Subdivision Regulations
7. West Interchange Neighborhood Plan
Other Potential Future Projects
1. West Side TIFF
ENGINEERING, REIMAGINED
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ARPA projects submitted
Yellowstone River water line crossing
Sth Avenue Reroute water line project
Screw Pump B at the sewer plant
New Water Reservoir
Lindy Lane sewer line replacement