Report to Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, December 01, 2020
Consent
SUBJECT:
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CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 20-170, AUTHORIZING THE SERVICES OF KEN PORTER AUCTIONS TO FACILITATE THE SURPLUS OF TWO (2) CITY BUSES (CITY COUNCIL)
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I. SUMMARY
Vehicle 1032, a 2003 Prevost coach bus and Vehicle 1217, a 2009 El Dorado shuttle bus, are being recommended for City surplus due to their age, condition, and diminished need. Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, Vehicle 1032 was used primarily for City excursions on an average of 1-2 times per month. Vehicle 1217 was utilized for the City's local fixed-route bus service and the Carson Circuit, but has incurred heavy mileage over the years and repetitive engine repairs. The City Council is asked to approve the surplus of the two (2) buses and to authorize the services of Ken Porter Auctions to facilitate the vehicles' sale.
II. RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
TAKE the following actions:
1. APPROVE the surplus of two (2) City buses, Vehicle 1032 and Vehicle 1217.
2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 20-170, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE UTILIZATION OF KEN PORTER AUCTIONS TO FACILITATE THE SURPLUS OF TWO (2) CITY VEHICLES"
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III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action the City Council deems appropriate.
IV. BACKGROUND
Vehicle 1032, a 2003 Prevost coach bus, was purchased in 2003 through the City's General Fund. Since its acquisition, the bus was frequently used to transport groups to local and regional places of interest and events. Over the years, usage dwindled down to the most recent average of 1-2 trips per month in 2019. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its related safety concerns, the bus remains dormant as all trips have been suspended until further notice. When the City allows group trips, an agreement with a bus charter vendor is already in place to dispatch newer model charter buses that are equipped with proper safety shields and ...
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