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Maintenance supervisor: line items mostly steady but janitorial contract and path resurfacing could raise costs
Summary
The maintenance lead said routine operations are on track but warned that a rebid of the janitorial contract and resurfacing bids for an 8-foot walking path (bids ranged ~$35,000–$50,000) could increase expenses in the coming year.
The maintenance supervisor reported at 10:45 that overall maintenance spending is on track after a mild winter but cautioned that several specific items could create budget pressure. “Everything's on budget, on track,” the supervisor said, while noting that elevator repairs and certain contract renewals can be unpredictable.
Key uncertainties: The housekeeping/janitorial contract (account 360) is being rebid; commissioners were told bid openings are scheduled in June and that the winning bid could raise that line materially. Separately, bids to resurface an 8‑foot-wide walking path came in between about $35,000 and $50,000—figures the supervisor said the department cannot currently absorb and will explore partnering with city crews or renting equipment to reduce costs.
Seasonal and utility notes: The supervisor described seasonal expenses that typically occur in June—picnic tables, field maintenance and other park openings—and noted a utility shift at a caretaker site after conversion from propane to electric that temporarily increased costs. He also reported a recovered insurance reimbursement (~$3,000) for a damaged fence.
Next steps: Commissioners requested bid results and agreed to consider the janitorial contract and paving bids when numbers are available. No formal decisions were made in the hearing.
