REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
To:Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From:Jason Simpson, City Manager
Prepared by:Rick De Santiago, Public Works Manager
Date:September 9, 2025
Subject:Annual On-Call Services Agreement with Tri-Star Electric in Support of City of Lake Elsinore Public Works Operations
Recommendation
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Tri-Star Electric in the amount of $60,000 to support public works operations in such final form as approved by the City Attorney and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed a 10% contingency of $6,000 for unanticipated costs.
Background
The On-Call Services in the City of Lake Elsinore Public Works Operations are essential for maintaining city amenities and efficiently completing low-cost minor projects. Tri-Star Electric offers essential contractor services, including but not limited to electrical maintenance, minor electrical installation, and repair trades commonly used by the City. •Electrical Troubleshooting and Repair
•Electrical Power Supply and Circuitry
•Power Panel Certification and Grounding
•Electrical Conduit and Wire Repair
•New Electrical Installation
•Lighting Repair and Installation
•Electrical Design
Discussion
Staff would like to continue with the essential electrical services to meet immediate operational demands and augment ongoing maintenance needs. All assigned work will be proposed in writing, reviewed, and negotiated by staff, and approved before execution.
On-Call Services Agreement with Tri-Star Electric
Fiscal Impact
Funds are available in the City’s Annual Operating & Capital Improvement Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
Attachments
Attachment 1 - Agreement
Exhibit A - Service Rates
Public Works