REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRIAN BARR, Director
General Services Department
AARON A. AGUIRRE, Director
Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services
BY: ROBIN O'MALLEY, Facilities Manager
General Services Department, Facilities Management Division
DEBBIE BERNARD, Capital Development Specialist
General Services Department, Facilities Management Division
SUBJECT
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Award a construction contract with Bush Engineering Incorporated, of Fresno, California, in the amount of $811,122 for the construction of a new park at North Van Ness Boulevard and East Weldon Avenue and authorize the Director of General Services or designee to sign and execute related documents (Bid File 12300704) (District 1)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Council award a construction contract with Bush Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $811,122 for a new park at North Van Ness Boulevard and East Weldon Avenue and authorize the Director of General Services or designee to sign and execute related documents.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Fresno High neighborhood is a distinct location in Fresno with multiple schools surrounded by residential homes and small businesses. The nearest City Park to the North Van Ness Boulevard and East Weldon Avenue intersection is over a mile away. In 2021, the City consulted the community to identify key needs for this new park, and ultimately utilized Measure P, ARPA, and General Funds to purchase the adjacent property, vacate the right-turn lane, and design a new 0.36-acre park to serve families within walking distance. The new park will provide a central community green space and plaza for gatherings and activities; places to rest under a tree canopy and enjoy the nearby businesses; a play structure for 2-5-year-old children; exercise stations for teens and adults; and recreation at the new bocce ball court. The new park will take advantage of recently completed street improvements including on-street parki...
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