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Committee favors PCI pavement study; Acela laid out three cost options
Summary
Acela presented three pavement‑study options ranging from $15,000 for a PASER survey to $90,000–$135,000 for a scanner system; the committee agreed to pursue the PCI option estimated at $50,000–$75,000 and will revisit funding during the August budget discussions.
Mike Waldron of Acela presented three approaches to a Pavement Condition Study: a PASER‑style windshield survey for about $15,000; a Paving Condition Index (PCI) study that measures cracks and deterioration trends for $50,000–$75,000; and a scanner system that provides more extensive data and an asset inventory for $90,000–$135,000. Councilor David Schnaars asked to table final action until August’s budget discussion, and the committee indicated a preference for the PCI option.
The PCI study was characterized as useful for measuring deterioration over time and prioritizing repairs in future years. Waldron said the scanner option would also inventory signs, valves and hydrants, but the higher cost and broader scope led the committee to prefer the midrange PCI approach for now.
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