City of Gonzales
PUBLIC WORKS / CITY ENGINEER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: December 5, 2022
FROM: Patrick Dobbins, Public Works Director/City Engineer THROUGH: Carmen Gil, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2022-85 Accepting the Equip Well 7 Contract as Complete, Authorize Staff to File a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder and Direct Staff to Release Retention Monies to the Contractor
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2022-85, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Accepting the Equip Well 7 Contract as complete, Authorize staff to file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder, and direct staff to release retention monies to the Contractor.
BACKGROUND
The City of Gonzales operates a municipal water system that produces and supplies water for approximately 1,920 connections (residential, commercial, and industrial users). Groundwater is the sole source of water supply for the city.
The Well 7 Project was delivered under three separate contracts:
1. Destroy Well 3 (completed July 2017)
2. Drill and complete new Well 7 (completed December 2017)
3. Equip Well 7 (current contract with Monterey Peninsula Engineering) With completion of the Equip Well 7 Contract, the City now has four active groundwater wells. Well 7 will produce approximately 1,500 gallons/minute and will greatly help with the supply of potable water to the city’s utility customers.
Staff coordinated this project with the Monterey County Health Department and the local office of the Division of Drinking Water Field Operation of the State Water Resources Control Board.
AGENDA
ITEM
8 REVIEW & ANALYSIS
The agreement with Monterey Peninsula Engineering for the Equip Well 7 was approved at the August 20, 2018 City Council Meeting. All punch list items associated with this contract were completed in November 2022.
Staff recommends that the City Council accept the contract as complete and direct staff to record a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder and Release the Retention Monies to the Contractor.
How Recommendation Supports the Vision
Gonzales will continue to be a safe, clean, family-friendly community, diverse in its heritage, and committed to working collaboratively to preserve and retain its small-town charm.
Explain: Completing the Well 7 Project supports our vision by ensuring an adequate water supply necessary for current customers and planned development within the city.
Explain how the Recommendation Directly Implements the Mission The City Council and Staff of the City of Gonzales will realize our Vision by providing the leadership, commitment and resources necessary to provide excellent services that enhance the quality of life of our diverse community. X Yes ____ No____ N/A
Explain: The Well 7 Project will provide continued potable water service to our residents and businesses that enhances the quality of life in Gonzales.
City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful and friendly manner to ensure the safety and well being of the residents and the promotion of business, recreational, housing and employment opportunities in an environmentally sustainable manner. X Yes ____No ____ N/A Explain: The Well 7 Project is being performed in a cost-effective manner.
ALTERNATIVES
There are no alternatives as the contract is complete and the last step is to accept the work.
BUDGET IMPACT
This contract was funded from Water Impact Fund budget.
CONCLUSIONS
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2022-85, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Accepting the Equip Well 7 Contract as complete, Authorize staff to file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder, and direct staff to release retention monies to the Contractor.
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. 2022-85