REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
April 9, 2020
FROM: SCOTT L. MOZIER, PE, Director
Public Works Department
THROUGH: WILLIAM C. HERR, Assistant Director
Public Works Department, Construction Management and Facilities Divisions
BY: L. NATHAN SANCHEZ, Project Manager
Public Works Department, Facilities Management Division
SUBJECT
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Actions pertaining to the Romain Park Challenge Course Project (Bid File 3704) (Council District 7)
1. Adopt finding of a Categorical Exemption pursuant to Sections 15301(e)/Class 1 and 15303/Class 3 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines
2. Award a construction contract with American Paving Co., of Fresno, CA, for $365,708
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Council adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption and award a construction contract with American Paving Co. for $365,708 for the Romain Park Challenge Couse project and authorize the Public Works Director or designee to sign and execute the standardized contract on behalf of the City of Fresno.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Romain Park Challenge Course Project will provide a new amenity for the community at a well-attended park. The proposed Challenge Course is consistent with the adopted budget and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for this fiscal year.
BACKGROUND
The City of Fresno Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services (PARCS) Department wishes to build a Challenge Course play structure within the existing Romain Park. Romain Park is a well-attended park in the heart of the city and the proposed Challenge Course will be a welcome addition to provide the surrounding neighborhood a fun exercise feature to promote an active and healthy lifestyle. The Challenge Course will complement the nearby Skate Park, and is in-line with the running/walking path that circles the park's perimeter.
Pursuant to AO 6-19 staff prepared and entered into an agreement for consultant services on behalf of the City of Fresno ...
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