JWC Agenda 03-05-2025
AGENDA
JOINT WATER COMMISSION
March 5, 2025 – 1:30 pm
Remote Attendance: Members of the public may attend this meeting via Microsoft Teams by
calling 1-872-256-4160 and entering access code 119 801 16#.
Questions/Comments: Members of the public who have questions about the commission or any
items on the agenda should contact the staff commission liaison Matthew Rowedder, Utilities
Supervisor, City of New Hope, mrowedder@newhopemn.gov, 763-592-6760.
1. Call to Order—Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes – February 5, 2025
3. Discuss Next Steps for Accounting Services
4. South Water Tower Valve Replacement
5. Approve Contract for 24-Inch Gate Valve Replacement Project in Golden Valley
6. Approve the Proposal Feasibility Study Services from Bolton & Menk for the Feasibility of
JWC Douglas Drive Watermain Replacement
7. TAC Update
8. Adjournment
Joint Water Commission,
February 5, 2025
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JOINT WATER COMMISSION MINUTES
Golden Valley - Crystal - New Hope
Meeting of February 5, 2025
The Golden Valley - Crystal - New Hope Joint Water Commission (JWC) meeting was called
to order at 1:30 pm.
Roll Call Present
Noah Schuchman, City Manager, Golden Valley
Adam Bell, City Manager, Crystal
Reece Bertholf, City Manager, New Hope
Staff Present
Tim Kieffer, Public Works Director, Golden Valley
Dave Lemke, Operations Manager, New Hope
Matt Rowedder, Utilities Maintenance Supervisor, New Hope
Patrick Sele, Utilities Superintendent, Crystal
Analeigh Moser, Accountant, Golden Valley
Lyle Hodges, Finance Director, Golden Valley
Bernie Weber, Public Works Director, New Hope
Carrie Nelson, Engineering Assistant, City of Golden Valley
Approval of Minutes – January 6, 2025
Moved by Bertholf and seconded by Bell to approve the minutes from the January 6, 2025
Joint Water Commission (JWC) Meeting. Upon a roll call vote the following voted in favor:
Schuchman, Bell and Bertholf. The following voted against: None. Motion carried.
Review Quotes and Select Vendor for 2024 JWC Audit
Moved by Bertholf and seconded by Bell to approve the quote for CDS to complete the 2024
JWC Audit and accept their proposal for 2025, as well. Upon a roll call vote the following
voted in favor: Schuchman, Bell and Bertholf. The following voted against: None. Motion
carried.
TAC Update
Staff provided an update from the January 16, 2025 TAC Meeting.
Adjournment
Chair Schuchman adjourned the meeting at 1:41 pm.
ATTEST:
Carrie Nelson, Recording Secretary Chair Noah Schuchman
Joint Water Commission
March 5, 2025
AGENDA ITEM #3
Agenda Item #3
Discuss next steps for accounting services
Prepared by
Lyle Hodges, Golden Valley Finance Director
Summary
At the January 6th meeting of the Joint Water Commission, the Golden Valley Finance Director
asked for authority to seek quotes for both audit and accounting services. Since that time,
quotes for both services have been received. At the February 5th meeting, the Commission
selected a vendor for audit services. At this meeting, the Golden Valley Finance Director would
like to have further discussion on what next steps may be for accounting services.
Attachments
None
Recommended Action
Discuss next steps for accounting services.
https://goldenvalleymn-my.sharepoint.com/personal/cnelson_goldenvalleymn_gov/Documents/Desktop/Misc/3 - 3-5-2025 Memo for
JWC Audit and Accounting Services.docx
Date: March 5, 2025
To: Joint Water Commission
From: Matt Rowedder – City of New Hope Utilities Supervisor
Subject: South Water Tower (2801 Hillsboro Ave N) valve replacement
Summary
The Joint Water Commission Technical Advisory Committee is recommending an altitude valve
be installed in conjunction with the south water tower painting project. Due to needing access
to this altitude valve for adjustments and maintenance, this valve must be placed in a vault.
The purpose of this altitude valve is to control the level of the water in the tower. To keep
costs lower, city staff has obtained quotes for the parts needed and a contractor to install the
necessary parts and equipment needed to perform this work. The fire hydrant would also be
replaced during this work.
Finance
This work will be paid for out of the 2025 valve replacement fund. The cost for the work will be
$97,201.97.
Attachments
• All quotes obtained for this work are attached.
o Valley Rich Companies, Precision Utilities, Boys Water Products, Ferguson Water
Works, Vessco Inc, and Mellen and Associates Inc.
Recommended Action
Motion to approve Valley Rich Companies to install an altitude valve, hydrant, and manhole at
the South Water Tower.
Joint Water Commission Memo
March 5, 2025
Agenda Item #5
Approve Contract for 24-Inch Gate Valve Replacement Project in Golden Valley
Prepared by
Tim Kieffer, Golden Valley Public Works Director
Summary
Two Joint Water Commission (JWC) gate valves located within the Bassett Creek Regional Trail
Project on Golden Valley Road (CSAH 66) should be replaced. The gate valves were installed in
1963 and are at end of life. Gate valves are critical in maintaining the water distribution system
and limiting the number of affected properties by isolating the water supply during emergency
repairs. The replacements should occur before trail work begins to ensure water can be shut
off if a break occurs during construction.
The JWC Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) solicited quotes to install the valves. Two quotes
were received and are shown below:
Precision Utilities LLC $39,800.00
Valley Rich Co., Inc. $43,700.00
TAC proposes to purchase the gate valves and parts. This reduces the cost of the project by
eliminating sales tax or mark-ups the contractor may impose. TAC received two quotes for the
valves and parts and are shown below:
Boys Water Products $29,781.31
Core & Main $28,973.68
Financial Or Budget Considerations
The 2025-2034 JWC Capital Improvement Program includes $180,000 for Replace Trunk Valves
(14-027). The total cost for the project is $68,773.68.
Recommended Action
• Motion to approve Contract for 24-Inch Gate Valve Replacement Project with Precision
Utilities LLC.
• Motion to approve purchase of valves and parts from Core & Main in the amount of
$28,973.68.
Date: 1/20/25
Bid: #25026 P
Project: Frontenac Ave @ Golden Valley Road – 24” Valve Replacement
Location: Golden Valley, MN
Site Utilities
Valley-Rich Co., Inc. will provide labor and equipment needed to excavate and replace (1) 24” butterfly valve.
All materials, trucking (soils in/out, rock), vac truck, and restoration is by the City. Based on regular hours.
Based on spring conditions.
Base Bid: $21,200
Note:
This proposal is good for 15 days from the bid date in order to lock in our material prices with our vendors.
Maximum depth of trenches and structures is assumed to be 10 feet when information is not provided.
Respectfully,
Pete Nasvik
Exclusions:
Dewatering, soil correction and/or replacement, removal of buried obstructions, jacking, frost charges, rock
excavation, construction staking, restoration (other than listed above), compaction tests, hauling of excess soils,
erosion control/inlet protection, hazardous material handling, irrigation, tree removal and/or replacement,
grubbing, sheeting, shoring, bracing, and private utility locates.
147 Jonathan Blvd. N., Ste. 4 Chaska, Minnesota 55318
Office: (952) 448-3002 Fax: (952) 448-3362
Date: 1/20/25
Bid: #25027 P
Project: Golden Valley Road near Valery Rd – 24” Valve Replacement
Location: Golden Valley, MN
Site Utilities
Valley-Rich Co., Inc. will provide labor and equipment needed to excavate and replace (1) 24” butterfly valve.
All materials, trucking (soils in/out, rock), vac truck, and restoration is by the City. Based on regular hours.
Valley-Rich to provide traffic control (does not include special delineators). Based on spring conditions.
Base Bid: $22,500
Note:
This proposal is good for 15 days from the bid date in order to lock in our material prices with our vendors.
Maximum depth of trenches and structures is assumed to be 10 feet when information is not provided.
Respectfully,
Pete Nasvik
Exclusions:
Dewatering, soil correction and/or replacement, removal of buried obstructions, jacking, frost charges, rock
excavation, construction staking, restoration (other than listed above), compaction tests, hauling of excess soils,
erosion control/inlet protection, hazardous material handling, irrigation, tree removal and/or replacement,
grubbing, sheeting, shoring, bracing, and private utility locates.
147 Jonathan Blvd. N., Ste. 4 Chaska, Minnesota 55318
Office: (952) 448-3002 Fax: (952) 448-3362
www.precisionutilities.com Page 1
Precision Utilties LLC
14067 62nd St.
Mayer, MN 55360
612-251-1976
www.precisionutilities.com
Estimate:PU Estimator:
Customer: Quote Date:
Email:Quote Expires:
Project Location:Base Bid $18,900.00
$1,500.00
$17,400.00
$0.00
Price includes only those items listed above as stated. General Contractor/Owner is to review proposed
scope listed above. Precision Utilities is not responsible for items missing from scope
Dan Lipe
City Of Golden Valley 1/22/2025
mjefferson@goldenvalleymn.gov 30 Days
Frontenac Ave & Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, MN
Transport equipment to jobsite location
Remove hard surfaces
Excavate and remove existing 24" valve
Install new 24" valve
Backfill and compact the trench
Any alternate options
1. All monetary amounts referred to in this agreemetn are in USD.
2. The Contractor will charge the client a flat fee listed as the "Base Bid" for the services outlined.
3. A deposit of 40% will be required prior to the start of the project.
4. For the remaining amount, the Contractor will invoice the Client when the services are complete.
5. Invoices submitted by the Contractor to the Client are due upon receipt.
Dewatering, soil correction, pipe support, removal of buried obstructions, jacking, frost charges, rock excavation,
construction staking, restoration (other than if listed above), compaction tests, hauling of excess soils, erosion control/inlet
protection, hazardous material handling, irrigation, sheeting, shoring, bracing, and private utility locates.
The above prices, specifications, and conditions are satisfactory and are hearby accepted. You are
authorized to do the work as specified.
Project Scope
Mobilization / Permit / Admin Fees
Equipment / Labor Rates
Materials
Alternates
Exclusions
Precision Utilities will supply labor and equipment to cut out and replace 1 - 24" butterfly valve.
Estimate is based on regular business hours.
If additional work is required, another bid will be required.
1500
17400
12163
the estimate.
Parts, materials, imports, exports, and vac truck are to be supplied by the city. Restoration is not included in
Compensation
Acceptance of Proposal
Date of Acceptance
Signature of Authorized Individual
www.precisionutilities.com Page 1
Precision Utilties LLC
14067 62nd St.
Mayer, MN 55360
612-251-1976
www.precisionutilities.com
Estimate:PU Estimator:
Customer: Quote Date:
Email:Quote Expires:
Project Location:Base Bid $20,900.00
$3,200.00
$17,700.00
$0.00
Price includes only those items listed above as stated. General Contractor/Owner is to review proposed
scope listed above. Precision Utilities is not responsible for items missing from scope
Dan Lipe
City Of Golden Valley 1/22/2025
mjefferson@goldenvalleymn.gov 30 Days
Golden Valley Road near Vallery Road
Golden Valley, MN
Transport equipment to jobsite location
Precision Utilities to supply traffic control.
Remove hard surfaces
Excavate and remove existing 24" valve
Install new 24" valve
Backfill and compact the trench
Any alternate options
1. All monetary amounts referred to in this agreemetn are in USD.
2. The Contractor will charge the client a flat fee listed as the "Base Bid" for the services outlined.
3. A deposit of 40% will be required prior to the start of the project.
4. For the remaining amount, the Contractor will invoice the Client when the services are complete.
5. Invoices submitted by the Contractor to the Client are due upon receipt.
Dewatering, soil correction, pipe support, removal of buried obstructions, jacking, frost charges, rock excavation,
construction staking, restoration (other than if listed above), compaction tests, hauling of excess soils, erosion control/inlet
protection, hazardous material handling, irrigation, sheeting, shoring, bracing, and private utility locates.
The above prices, specifications, and conditions are satisfactory and are hearby accepted. You are
authorized to do the work as specified.
Project Scope
Mobilization / Permit / Admin Fees
Equipment / Labor Rates
Materials
Alternates
Exclusions
Precision Utilities will supply labor and equipment to cut out and replace 1 - 24" butterfly valve.
Estimate is based on regular business hours.
If additional work is required, another bid will be required.
3200
17700
12163
Does not include special delineators if required.
the estimate.
Parts, materials, imports, exports, and vac truck are to be supplied by the city. Restoration is not included in
Compensation
Acceptance of Proposal
Date of Acceptance
Signature of Authorized Individual
1109 Stagecoach Rd,
Shakopee, MN 55379
sales@boyswaterproducts.com
952-500-2308
Estimate
QUOTE #:Q-7093
EXPIRATION DATE:4/8/2025
BID INFORMATION Location
Job Name: JWC 24" BFV
Bid Date:
Plan Room:
Engineer:
Derek Goddard
City of Golden Valley
7720 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, MN 55427
dgoddard@goldenvalleymn.gov
763-593-8038
Item #Description Qty Rate Total
24" MJ Butterfly Valve AVK-Series 816 Bi-Directional 2 EA $9,260.00 $18,520.00
Type "668" Valve Box-USA 2 EA $387.52 $775.04
Rubber Valve Box Adapter-5-1/4 VB Bottom Sections, 8” PVC & C-
900/C-905
2 EA $58.35 $116.70
24" MJ DI L/P Sleeve FBE USA (380#) 1 EA $2,300.00 $2,300.00
24" TYTON DIP CL52 BCL/AC-FULLY GUAGED 20 $158.00 $3,160.00
24" MJ Restrained Gland DI-USA (90#) 6 EA $678.00 $4,068.00
24" MJ Plain Rubber Gasket 6 EA $23.301 $139.81
3/4"x5" MJ Bolt/Nut Cor-Blue 96 EA $7.31 $701.76
SHIPPING $0.00
TOTAL $29,781.31
Certified DBE in MN, WI, IA, ND, SD; TGB; CERT SBE and WBE
Quotation on named goods only. Acceptance of the quotation is acceptance of company Terms and Conditions. All taxes,
transportation costs, duties and other charges are in addition to quoted prices. The amount of any sales taxes applicable
to the Products shall be added to the purchase price and shall be paid by Buyer unless Buyer provides Seller with a valid
tax exemption certificate. FOB Boys Water Products unless otherwise noted, shipments may have additional freight
charges added dependent on location and shipping method requested. All quantities to be verified before shipment. All
pipe is sold in full lengths only. All fabric is sold in full rolls only. Any additions are subject to price increases.
Seq#Qty Descrip on Units Price Ext Price
10 24" BUTTERFLY VALVE
20 2 24 AVK 816 MJ BFV OR ON 250B EA 9,395.62 18,791.24
30 2 668" VALVE BOX EA 352.26 704.52
80 2 5-1/4 VLV BOX ADPTR MULTI FIT EA 31.32 62.64
90 4 24" MJ DI RESTRAINT USA EA 457.48 1,829.92
100 4 24" MJ REGULAR GASKET DOMESTIC EA 29.81 119.24
110 64 3/4" X 5" BLUE MJ B&N USA EA 5.11 327.04
SUBTOTAL (Avg. Based On 2EA)21,834.60
Average price per EA 10,917.30
130 24" MJ SLEEVE
140 1 24" MJ LONG SLEEVE EPOXY USA EA 2,439.18 2,439.18
150 2 24" MJ DI RESTRAINT USA EA 457.48 914.96
160 2 24" MJ REGULAR GASKET DOMESTIC EA 29.81 59.62
170 32 3/4" X 5" BLUE MJ B&N USA EA 5.11 163.52
SUBTOTAL (Avg. Based On 1EA)3,577.28
Average price per EA 3,577.28
190 20 24" TJ CL52 DI PIPE FT 176.59 3,531.80
Sub Total 28,943.68
Tax 0.00
Total 28,943.68
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED HEREIN, PRICES QUOTED ARE VALID IF ACCEPTED BY CUSTOMER AND PRODUCTS ARE RELEASED BYCUSTOMER FOR MANUFACTURE WITHIN THIRTY (30) CALENDAR DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS QUOTATION. CORE & MAIN LPRESERVES THE RIGHT TO INCREASE PRICES TO ADDRESS FACTORS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS,TARIFFS, TRANSPORTATION, FUEL AND RAW MATERIAL COSTS. DELIVERY WILL COMMENCE BASED UPON MANUFACTURER LEADTIMES. ANY MATERIAL DELIVERIES DELAYED BEYOND MANUFACTURER LEAD TIMES MAY BE SUBJECT TO PRICE INCREASES AND/ORAPPLICABLE STORAGE FEES. THIS BID PROPOSAL IS CONTINGENT UPON BUYER’S ACCEPTANCE OF SELLER’S TERMS ANDCONDITIONS OF SALE, AS MODIFIED FROM TIME TO TIME, WHICH CAN BE FOUND AT: h ps://coreandmain.com/TandC/
THIS BID MAY INCLUDE GLOBALLY SOURCED (IMPORTED) MATERIALS THAT ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGING TARIFFS. PRICES ARESUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO POTENTIAL ADDITIONAL TARIFFS IMPOSED BY THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. IF IMPOSED, PRICES WILLINCREASE BY THE SAME PERCENTAGE AND WILL BE EFFECTIVE ON THE DATE THAT THE NEW TARIFFS ARE IMPLEMENTED. THESEITEMS SHOULD BE PURCHASED WITH HASTE TO AVOID ANY ADDITIONAL RISING TARIFF COSTS.
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GOLDEN VALLEY CITY OF
Job Loca on: GOLDEN VALLEY, MN
Bid Date: 02/03/2025
Core & Main Bid #: 3993735
Core & Main
15800 W 79th St
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Phone: 9529379666
Fax: 9529378065
Bid Proposal for GOLDEN VALLEY
Joint Water Commission
March 5, 2025
AGENDA ITEM #6
Agenda Item #6
Feasibility Study for Douglas Dr Watermain
Prepared by
Jesse Struve, Crystal Public Works Director/City Engineer
Summary
The TAC is proposing a feasibility study to evaluate replacing the JWC’s watermain under
Douglas Dr.
Attachments
Proposal Feasibility Study Services – Bolton & Menk
Recommended Action
Approve the Proposal Feasibility Study Services from Bolton & Menk for the Feasibility of
JWC Douglas Drive Watermain Replacement .
February 24, 2025
Mr. Noah Schuchman, Chair and Designated Spokesperson of the Joint Water Commission
City Manager for Golden Valley
City of Golden Valley, MN
Re: Proposal for Feasibility Study Services
Douglas Drive Watermain Feasibility Study & Evaluation
Mr. Schuchman:
We are pleased to offer you our proposal for feasibility study services needed to develop the Joint Water
Commission’s (referred to the JWC herein) Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project for the public
watermain located along Douglas Drive between Medicine Lake Road and West Broadway, in Crystal, MN. Our
proposed effort involves an estimated 310 hours of Bolton & Menk staff time. The associated proposed hourly,
not-to-exceed fee is $53,600.
Following this cover letter, please find:
· Proposed Scope of Work (Exhibit 1) detailing the proposed process and scope of work to be performed
by Bolton & Menk.
· Detailed Hourly Work Plan & Fee Estimate
Thank you for allowing Bolton & Menk to submit this proposal for your consideration. If this proposal is
acceptable, please send the JWC’s standard agreement and we will get it executed. We are committed to
successfully analyzing the project area and developing a cost-effective project that best meets the needs of the
JWC. We truly appreciate the opportunity to work with you on this project.
Please contact me at (952) 358-1845 with any questions or comments regarding this proposal.
Sincerely,
Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Mitchell R Hoeft, P.E.
Principal Engineer - Regional Water/Trenchless Group Manager
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EXHIBIT 1: PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORK
FEASIBILITY STUDY SERVICES
DOUGLAS DRIVE WATERMAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
THE JOINT WATER COMMISION
A. BASIC SERVICES
The JWC has requested support from Bolton & Menk to assist in the feasibility study and
development of its future Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project. The three miles of
watermain planned for replacement is located along Douglas Drive from Medicine Lake Road to
West Broadway and is comprised of 16”, 24”, and 30” Prestressed Concrete Cylindrical Pipe
(PCCP) watermain material.
The following staff are anticipated to be most heavily involved in the proposed efforts:
Name Title Hourly Rate
Mitchell Hoeft, P.E. Principal Engineer/Project Manager $ 210.00
Logan Schottroff, P.E.
Nick Pawlak
Trenchless Project Engineer
Design Engineer
$ 178.00
$ 168.00
Alhossin Alsadi Design Engineer $ 168.00
Kendell Hillis GIS Specialist $ 150.00
Cathryn DeBaker Administrative Assistant $ 109.00
A description of our proposed services is detailed below in correlation to the Detailed Work
Plan.
Task 1: Existing Conditions Research & Drafting
Existing conditions research & drafting services for the Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement
Project will be broken down into the following tasks:
1. GSOC & Private Utility Mapping
2. Project Related Data Acquisition
3. Prepare Existing Conditions Drawing
4. JWC Water Model Review/Soil Boring Review
Below are task specific deliverables that will occur for each specified task.
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1.1: GSOC & Private Utility Mapping
Bolton and Menk will initiate a Gopher State One ticket to help with understanding what private
utilities in the area may impact the proposed improvements discussed in Task 2 of this proposal.
The private utility information provided will be incorporated into the creation of all construction
impact figures. This will help to reduce the risk of unexpected challenges that may have the
potential for financial or timeline sensitive setbacks during future final design efforts.
1.2: Project Related Data Acquisition
Bolton & Menk will gather & review existing infrastructure data (provided by the JWC) for
incorporation into the feasibility study.
Sources to be reviewed include:
1. JWC & City of Crystal GIS Records
2. JWC & City of Crystal As-Built Records
3. JWC & City of Crystal Historical Project Related Records
4. JWC & City of Crystal Water Model
5. Soil Borings (as available)
After reviewing this information, Bolton & Menk will facilitate a meeting with JWC staff to
discuss the existing conditions and receive input from staff regarding general knowledge of the
utility and any additional anticipated replacement needs of the commission that must be
addressed with this project.
1.3: Prepare Existing Conditions Drawing
After acquiring & reviewing all data-related information collected during this process, Bolton &
Menk will create an existing condition drawing (in CADD) to serve as a basis of existing
conditions and project constraints along the project corridor. This drawing will be expanded
during Task 2 to better understand the construction impacts and costs associated with various
methods of watermain replacement needed to address the overall project need.
1.4: JWC Water Model Review/Soil Boring Review
Time has been allocated to the proposal efforts to review the existing Joint Water Commission
water model to better understand how construction related impacts will impact water flow to the
JWC communities during construction. Various scenarios of watermain replacement will be run
through the model to help determine temporary water needs and associated costs needed to
ensure reliable water service to the community during the replacement of this critical water line.
Time has also been allocated in the proposal to research and review existing soil boring records
that may be available along the project corridor to help determine soil conditions that may
impact the various methods of pipe replacement being analyzed in this proposal.
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Task 1 Estimated Costs:
It is estimated that the total cost for all items in task 1 of this proposal is anticipated to be
$14,280.
Task 2: Preliminary Construction Impact Figures & Cost Estimates
Bolton and Menk will develop construction impact figures and cost estimates associated with
various methods of watermain replacement available to the JWC for this project. Figures will
illustrate preliminary estimated construction limits, pipe replacement items, and the general
constructability impacts to the proposed project corridor. These figures will be used as a basis for
providing a cost estimate comparison between the alternative approaches discussed below.
Task 2 of the feasibility study will be completed by analyzing the following methods of
watermain replacement available to the owner for this project:
1. Open Cut Excavation & Replacement of Trunk Watermain (Including New Services)
2. Open Cut Excavation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New
Services)
3. HDD Installation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New
Services)
Below are task specific deliverables that will occur for each specified task.
2.1: Open Cut Excavation Replacement of Trunk Watermain (Including New Services)
Bolton and Menk will develop a construction impact figure detailing the impacts involved in the
open cut excavation & replacement of the existing JWC watermain along Douglas Drive. This
will also include the replacement of the existing private watermain services to the public Right-
of-Way, including new curb stops. Exploring this method will likely result in extensive
temporary water costs that need to be analyzed to complete work in this manner. Figures will
illustrate the preliminary construction limits, pipe replacement items, and general constructability
impacts to the corridor for this construction method. Upon completion of the replacement
figures defined above, Bolton & Menk, Inc. will prepare an itemized preliminary cost estimate
for this approach which can be used to compare the alternate methods.
2.2: Open Cut Excavation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New
Services)
Bolton and Menk will develop a construction impact figure detailing the impacts involved in
installing a new watermain in parallel with the existing watermain along Douglas Drive. This
method is being considered to potentially lower the temporary water costs associated with this
work as the existing watermain will be able to remain in service during a large portion of the new
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watermain construction. This method will also include connecting the private water services to
the new parallel watermain including full replacement of the service lines to the public Right-of-
Way, including new curb stops. Once complete, the existing trunk watermain would be
disconnected from the system and properly abandoned in place. This figure will illustrate the
preliminary construction limits, pipe replacement items, and general constructability impacts to
the corridor for this construction method. Upon completion of the replacement figures defined
above, Bolton & Menk, Inc. will prepare an itemized preliminary cost estimate for this approach
which can be used to compare the alternate methods.
2.3: HDD Installation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New Services)
Lastly, Bolton and Menk will develop a construction impact figure detailing the impacts
involved in horizontal directional drilling (HDD) installation of a new watermain parallel with
the existing watermain along Douglas Drive. This method is being considered to potentially
lower the temporary water costs associated with this work as the existing watermain will be able
to remain in service during a large portion of the new watermain construction. This method will
also include connecting the private water services to the new parallel watermain including full
replacement of the service lines to the public Right-of-Way, including new curb stops. Once
complete, the existing trunk watermain would be disconnected from the system and properly
abandoned in place. This figure will illustrate the preliminary construction limits, pipe
replacement items, and general constructability impacts to the corridor for this construction
method. Upon completion of the replacement figures defined above, Bolton & Menk, Inc. will
prepare an itemized preliminary cost estimate for this approach which can be used to compare
the alternate methods.
Task 2 Estimated Costs:
It is estimated that the total cost for all items in task 2 of this proposal is anticipated to be
$27,852.
Task 3: Feasibility Memorandum & Meetings
Task 3 for the Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project will be broken down into the
following tasks:
1. Feasibility Report Writing
2. Feasibility Related Meetings
Below are task specific deliverables that will occur for each specified task.
3.1: Feasibility Report Writing
A feasibility memorandum will be prepared to document the overall findings of the feasibility
study. Included in the memorandum will be a recap of the services provided and written
directions as to how the JWC may choose to address the replacement needs of the watermain in
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question. All construction impact figures, and engineer’s estimation of construction costs
developed during the study will be provided such that the commission can better understand not
only future construction disturbances for its project stakeholders but also overall project related
costs associated with the various potential methods for replacement explored with this study.
3.2: Feasibility Related Meetings
Bolton and Menk will produce agendas and lead meetings with JWC at various stages of the
feasibility study development to ensure that we are staying on task and meeting the needs of the
commission during the study.
We anticipate brief meetings at the following stages of project development:
1. Feasibility Kickoff
2. Existing Conditions Research Conclusion
3. Preliminary Construction Impact Figures & Cost Estimate Conclusion
4. Final Report Delivery
Task 3 Estimated Costs:
It is estimated that the total cost for all items in task 3 of this proposal is anticipated to be
$11,468.
B. ADDITIONAL SERVICES
If requested, Bolton and Menk will work with the JWC to amend this proposal to include
additional services that may be required to meet the project related needs of the JWC at any point
during the feasibility study and overall project development.
Additional potential services include:
1. Surveying and/or GIS Data Collection
2. Soil Boring Acquisition and Project Management
Client: Joint Water Commission
Project: Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project - Feasibility Study
Task
No. Work Task Description Project Manager / Principal EngineerProject EngineerTrenchless Design EngineerMunicipal Design EngineerGIS ServicesClericalTotals
1.0 Existing Conditions Research & Drafting
1.1 GSOC & Private Utility Mapping 4 8 4 16
1.2 Project Related Data Acquisition 2 4 4 10
1.3 Prepare Existing Conditions Drawing 2 4 8 16 4 34
1.4 JWC Water Model Review/Soil Boring Review 4 16 4 24
Subtotal Hours - Task 1 8 12 24 24 16 0 84
2.0 Preliminary Construction Impact Figures & Cost Estimates
2.1 Open Cut Excavation & Replacement of Trunk Watermain (Including New Services) 4 8 32 8 2 54
2.2 Open Cut Excavation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Abandon Existing (Including New Services) 4 8 32 8 2 54
2.3 HDD Installation of Parallel Trunk Watermain/Adandon Existing (Including New Services) 4 8 32 8 2 54
Subtotal Hours - Task 2 12 24 96 24 6 0 162
3.0 Feaibility Memorandum & Meetings
3.1 Feasiblity Report Writing 8 24 4 4 4 44
3.2 Feasibility Related Meetings 8 4 4 4 20
Subtotal Hours - Task 3 16 28 8 8 0 4 64
Detailed Fee Estimate
Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Detailed Fee Estimate
Client: Joint Water Commission
Project: Douglas Drive Watermain Improvement Project - Feasibility Study
Task
No.Work Task Description
Project Manager / Principal EngineerProject EngineerTrenchless Design EngineerMunicipal Design EngineerGIS ServicesClericalTotal
Hours
Total
Cost
1.0 Existing Conditions Research & Drafting 8 12 24 24 16 0 84 $14,280
2.0 Preliminary Construction Impact Figures & Cost Estimates 12 24 96 24 6 0 162 $27,852
3.0 Feaibility Memorandum & Meetings 16 28 8 8 0 4 64 $11,468
Total Hours 36 64 128 56 22 4 310
Average Hourly Rate $210.00 $178.00 $168.00 $168.00 $150.00 $109.00
Subtotal $7,560 $11,392 $21,504 $9,408 $3,300 $436
Fee Summary
Total Base Fee
Bolton & Menk, Inc.
$53,600
Fee Totals
Joint Water Commission TAC Meeting
Thursday February 20, 2025, 10:00 AM
1) Towers
a) MLR tower
i) Move construction to 2025. Updated budget to 3 million for construction and engineering.
This will include a new altitude valve and hydrant at tower location within the fenced in
area. Low bid failed to meet qualifications. Took 2nd low bid who was Classic Protective
Coatings at $1,627,150. Take tower out of service April 15th.
ii) Parts storage
(1) Connex containers will be needed for storage of existing parts during construction.
Boxes being delivered 2/27 to Crystal
iii) T-Mobile plans to remove their antennas (most likely permanently) Still pending
b) Tower replacement
i) GV tower to get replaced 2028/2029.
2) Projects
a) MCC / motor, pump, VFD replacement at both pump houses – Pumps and motors removed
i) GV construction 2024/2025 (pump #4)
(1) Switch Gear / Transfer Switch
(a) Consulting engineer is following up on lead times for equipment at the GV station.
Q2 of 2025 (April 1)
ii) Crystal construction 2025/2026 (pump #3)
(1) Review change order for new door between pump room and control room. Still
pending, currently with Bolton and Menk
b) Efflue nt Meters
i) GV
(1) Access the condition of the existing structures when time allows.
ii) Crystal construction 2026/2027 tentative
(1) After the MCC project is complete, the effluent meters along with 3 valves will be
replaced.
(2) Have meters on site.
c) Reservoirs
i) Golden Valley
(1) MPLS will be installing a 48” valve in September of this year to isolate intake 1 and 2 in
case of emergency.
(a) Changed to spring of 2025 for construction. Delayed to 2026, potentially fall due to
other work going on.
(b) Low bid was Pci Road at $349,224.35. (50/50 split) - Approved at 1/6 meeting.
ii) Crystal
(1) KLM completed the robotic inspection in 2023. Working with KLM to review inspection.
(2) Drain down and perform in-person inspection while pumphouse is down, fall 2025 or
spring 2026
d) SCADA
i) Met with Total Control
(1) Total Control recommended security upgrades at all JWC properties which included
cameras, door fobs, etc. Will be done after the MCC project. Schedule for late 2026.
Meeting Monday to coordinate access.
e) Valve replacement.
i) GV
(1) 18” @ Olympia and Louisiana Ave – Valley Rich is low bid at $21,200. Moved to 2025
(2) Golden Valley Rd (x2) 24” - within Three Rivers trail project limits. Precision Utilities low
bid
(a) 2 bids on parts
ii) Crystal
(1) Crystal pumphouse (x3)
3) Miscellaneous
a) Emergency Wells GV to talk to finance
i) GV
(1) TAC proposes to look for a suitable site in Golden Valley. Currently under review with
the TAC and legal.
ii) Crystal
(1) Run both wells, and test water in September of 2024
(a) 6.25.23 well 1 893 GPM
(b) 6.25.23 well 2 1335 GPM
iii) New Hope
(1) Run well and test water in 2024.
(a) 900 GPM 2023
iv) JWC winter January average last 3 years
(1) 146,605,333 gallons billed by MPLS
(a) January monthly average 4,886,844 per day
(b) JWC well production 4,504,320 per day
b) County will be replacing pavement (reclaim) on Douglas from Medicine Lake Road to Broadway
in ADA and pavement in 2027. 3 miles of reclaim.
i) Bolton & Menk has prepared feasibility study proposal
(1) Look at directional drilling and open cutting as main two options
(2) Install 24” main throughout, eliminate 16”
c) Asset condition assessment – consultant
d) Teams channel – GV – New Hope may not have access still