TAMRMS#: B06
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Approval of 2018-2027 Utility RMR Plan
Presented by: Anne Victoor, Financial Services Manager
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RECOMMENDATION(S)
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1. That the 10 Year Utility RMR Capital Plan, provided as an attachment to the June 12, 2017 agenda report entitled “Approval of the 2018-2027 Utility RMR Plan”, be approved.
2. That Administration proceed with preparatory work towards the execution of the 2018 Utility RMR projects.
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PURPOSE OF REPORT
This report presents the 10 Year Utility RMR (Repair, Maintain, Replace) plan as originally presented to Standing Committee of the Whole on May 8, 2017.
COUNCIL DIRECTION
As per Council Policy C-FS-05 Budget and Taxation Guiding Principles,
“11.8 f. Council shall review and approve the RMR Capital Budget approximately six months prior to the next fiscal year so that preparatory work and applications can be completed and be made available at the beginning of the next approved budget year.”
On May 8, 2017, Standing Committee of the Whole (SCW) passed the following motions:
AR-17-216
That members of Standing Committee of the Whole submit any motions for proposed amendments to the 2018-2027 Utility RMR Capital Budget to Administration by May 26, 2017.
That Administration prepare backgrounders for any proposed amendments to the 2018-2027 Utility RMR Capital Budget to present to Council at their June 12, 2017 meeting for consideration.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
At the SCW meeting on May 8, 2017, the 10 Year (2018-2027) Utility RMR Capital Plan and funding allocations were presented. Capital projects that have been identified as RMR are critical to sustain current service levels, required as part of detailed lifecycle plans, and are essential for rehabilitation of existing equipment and infrastructure.
No Budget Information Requests or Notices of Motion were received relating to the Utility RMR 10 Year Plan.
STAKEHOLDER COMMUNICATIONS OR ENGAGEMENT
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IMPLICATIONS OF RECOMMENDATION(S)
Financial:
As part of the City’s long term strategic framework, Administration has compiled the 10 Year Plans for Utility capital projects relating to RMR which are critical to support the City’s existing infrastructure and maintain current service levels. Without an approved recommendation, it could result in increased operating costs, higher future replacement costs, and adversely affect long term planning.
Legal / Risk:
None at this time.
Program or Service:
None at this time.
Organizational:
None at this time.
ALTERNATIVES AND IMPLICATIONS CONSIDERED
If Council does not wish to support the Recommendation, the following alternative could be considered:
Council ‘do nothing’. The 10 Year Utility RMR plan would not be approved and Administration would not be able to begin preparatory work towards the execution of the 2018 Capital RMR projects. These projects would need to be addressed again during the budget process in late fall.
If Council prefers this Alternative, an appropriate motion would be:
That the June 12, 2017 agenda report entitled “Approval of 2018-2027 Utility RMR Plan” be received as information.
STRATEGIC CONNECTIONS
City of St. Albert Strategic Plan (Policy C-CG-02) - Pillars of Sustainability
• BUILT ENVIRONMENT - We build our community towards the future to sustain balanced development, with a reverent eye to the past, honouring our unique settlement history and distinct identity.
• NATURAL ENVIRONMENT- We protect, embrace and treasure our deeply-rooted connections with the natural environment through championing environmental action.
Long Term Plans
• All Community Long-Term Plans
Corporate Objectives
• Deliver programs and services that meet or exceed our standards
• Exercise strong fiscal management
• Ensure our customers are very satisfied
Council Policies, Bylaws or Federal/Provincial statutes
• Council Policy C-FS-05 Budget and Taxation Guiding Principles
Other Plans or Initiatives
• Corporate Action Plans
Report Date (Council Meeting Date): June 12, 2017
Author: Jaimie Spurgeon, Divisional Controller
Committee/Department: Corporate Services
General Manager: Michelle Bonnici, Acting GM of Corporate Services
City Manager: Kevin Scoble