City of Gonzales
PUBLIC WORKS / CITY ENGINEER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: June 16, 2025
FROM: Patrick Dobbins, Public Works Director/City Engineer THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-44 Harris & Associates Task Order #3
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution 2025-44, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Authorizing Task Order #3 under a Master Services Agreement with Harris Associates for Construction Management Services on the Community Center Complex Project During FY 2025-26 for a Not-to-Exceed amount of $218,873.
BACKGROUND
Construction of Phase 1 of the Community Center Complex has been underway since June 10, 2024.
Phase 1 will construct Building A which is comprised of the County Library, Teen Innovation Center, office space, restrooms, and a central courtyard, 100-space parking lot and landscaping.
Phase 2 which is estimated to cost $15M will construct Building B which will be a Community Hall, Fitness Center, commercial kitchen, meeting rooms and additional restrooms.
Harris Associates was selected through a Request for Qualification process to provide Construction Management services on the Community Center Complex project. Their Master Services Agreement and Task Order #1 was approved at the September 18, 2023 Council meeting.
Task Order #2 with Harris Associates for Construction Management Services during FY 2024/25 was approved at the July 22, 2024 Council meeting.
AGENDA
ITEM
15 REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
Estimated Harris billings through the end of FY2024-25 are projected to be $737,393, leaving a balance of $233,116 that will rollover to FY 2025-26. Therefore, Task Order #3 for Harris Associates services during FY 2025/26 is estimated to be $218,873 for a total authorization of $1,189,382.
Harris Associates staff has done an excellent job on the Community Center Project and staff recommends the City Council authorize the Task Order #3 for their services during FY2025/26 in the amount of $218,873.
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: Constructing a Community Center will provide residents with a facility for a wide variety of public and private functions, recreation programs and other activities which will enhance the quality of life of Gonzales residents.
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: Please see explanation above for the Mission.
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 Yes X No N/A
• Housing Yes X No N/A
• Recreation X Yes No N/A
• Environment X Yes No N/A
• Education X Yes No N/A
ALTERNATIVES
Amend or modify staff’s recommendation.
BUDGET IMPACT
Authorizing Task Order No. 3 with Harris Associates entails encumbering $218,873 in Fund 112-000- 52210.
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution 2025-44, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Authorizing Task Order #3 under a Master Services Agreement with Harris Associates for Construction Management Services on the Community Center Complex Project During FY 2025-26 for a Not-to-Exceed amount of $218,873.
Attachments:
1. Resolution 2025-44
2. Task Order #3 with Harris Associates for Construction Management Services