Tenders for gravel all higher than budget predictions

The township exceeded its 2014 budget for gravel maintenance, before the budget was even passed.

Tenders for the 2014 annual maintenance gravel delivery and supply were publicly opened on March 19, with three tenders being provided. The low tender was received from Donegan’s Haulage at $210,200.

The other  bidders were: The Murray Group $241,600 (including HST) and Joe Kerr Limited $250,860 (including HST).

The total quantity of material intended for placement on municipal gravel roads is 20,000 tonnes, consistent with 2012 and 2013 quantities.

Prior to the passage of the township’s 2014 municipal budget at the April 8 meeting, CAO Patty Sinnamon pointed out in a staff report the proposed 2014 budget allocation for maintenance gravel was $170,000.

“Taking into consideration the HST rebate, the total expenditure is slightly over budget by approximately $20,000,” she explained.

“Staff feel this can be dealt with later in the year, as we review other operational costs, and possibly funded through working capital reserves, this tender will meet budget allocations. Staff will make every effort to find cost savings throughout the year to cover the additional cost.”