Title
Fiber Optic Cable Repair - Expenditure Approval
History
On June 7, 2011 the contractor performing pond restoration work at the Village Hall complex pond cut a fiber optic cable with a bulldozer and back hoe. This fiber line feeds the Recreation Administration and FLC facilities. The fiber line was not located and marked for the contractor. The request for utility locates was transmitted via fax from the public works department to the building maintenance department. The building maintenance department fax machine was malfunctioning and the utility locate request was not received. As a result, new notification protocols have been implemented to assure that multiple individuals are electronically notified of all utility locate requests on village property. A call was placed to Western Utilities of University Park Illinois to perform emergency repairs.
On September 6, 2011 this item was reviewed and approved by the Technology, Communication & Community Engagement Committee and referred to the Board for approval.
Financial Impact
Repairs totaling $11,438.69 will be charged to account number 031-6007-433.70-50.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve payment for the emergency fiber optic cable repairs from Western Utilities in an amount not to exceed $11,438.69.