City of Gonzales
PUBLIC WORKS / CITY ENGINEER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: June 5, 2023
FROM: Patrick Dobbins, Public Works Director/City Engineer THROUGH: Carmen Gil, Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2023-29 Accepting the Skate Park Phase 2 as Complete
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2023-29, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Accepting the Skate Park Phase 2 Contract as complete, Authorize Staff to Record a Notice of Completion, and Release the Retention Monies to the Contractor.
BACKGROUND
American Ramp Company constructed Phase 1 of the Skate Park in 2017 and sufficient space for a second phase was provided for when funding was obtained by the city.
Proposition 68 was approved by California voters in 2018 and the measure is providing $4.0 Billion in park funding to all cities and counties in the state. Prop 68 includes an allotment of $178,800 to each city.
In early 2021, staff performed the required public outreach with skate park users and held a public hearing at the May 17, 2021 City Council meeting which included presenting the feedback received from the public.
At your September 19, 2022 meeting, the City Council authorized an agreement with American Ramp Company to install Phase 2 of the Skate Park for a not-to-exceed fee of $214,755. Funding for this contract came from $178,800 in Proposition 68 grant funds and $35,955 from the Public Facilities Impact Fund (Fund 241).
REVIEW & ANALYSIS
Upon execution of the construction agreement with American Ramp Company, they began fabricating the elements for the skate park over a four month period from October 2022 through January 2023. Field AGENDA
ITEM
9 construction began on January 17, 2023, they substantially completed the work on February 9, 2023 and all punch list items were completed on May 4, 2023.
Staff from the Office of Grants and Local Services with the California Department of Parks and Recreation inspected the project site May 12, 2023 and confirmed the project was complete and all grant requirements were met.
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: Installing Phase Two improvements in the city’s Skate Park has provided for increased recreational opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages.
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: Expanding the Skate Park enhances the community’s quality of life.
City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful and friendly manner to insure 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: See Vision explanation above.
Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety X Yes No N/A
• Housing X Yes No N/A
• Recreation X Yes No N/A
• Environment X Yes No N/A
• Education X Yes No N/A
Explain: See Vision above.
ALTERNATIVES
There are no alternatives as the contract is complete and the last step is to accept the work.
BUDGET IMPACT
The contract with American Ramp Company was funded with $178,000 in Proposition 68 grant funds and $35,955 from the Public Facilities Impact Fund (Fund 241).
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2023-29, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Accepting the Skate Park Phase 2 Contract as complete, Authorize Staff to Record a Notice of Completion, and Release the Retention Monies to the Contractor.
Attachments:
1. Resolution 2023-29