DATE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2029
DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS
FROM: DAVID JACOBS, L.S., P.E., PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR BY: JONATHAN ESTEBAN, ASSOCIATE ENGINEER
ADRIANA ROBLES, P.E., C.F.M., CITY ENGINEER
TITLE: ACCEPTANCE OF THE SHERWOOD RECREATION CENTER BUILDING IMPROVEMENT, CIP NO. 9535 RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a resolution accepting the Sherwood Recreation Center Building Improvement, CIP No. 9535, for maintenance and responsibility.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On December 9, 2025, City Council awarded a $2,230,401 contract to Precision Construction Services for the Sherwood Recreation Center Building Improvement, CIP 9535. Construction began on February 9, 2026. Precision Construction completed the project for a total amount of $2,979,836.48, including thirty-four (34) change orders. As of September 18, 2026, the project has been completed as described within the scope of work and change orders.
BACKGROUND:
The Old Municipal Swimming Pool Building, located at 940 N. Main Street, was built in 1949. In 2009, after completion of the New Aquatic Center, the old swimming pool was drained, and the building was not utilized. In 2016, City Council approved the initial renovation work for the building in connection with the plan of converting the building into a multi-use recreational facility. The work was done in phases to accommodate funding availability. Phase I - III were completed on May 11, 2021. The Sherwood Recreation Center Phase IV project is a continuation of this renovation effort.
The City of Salinas receives and administers annual entitlement Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These funds are allocated to address community needs identified in the City’s 2020–2024 Consolidated Plan (the “Plan”). Sherwood Recreation Center was identified in this Plan as a priority capital improvement project aimed at enhancing recreational opportunities and community well-being. The Project is fully funded through HUD CDBG funds, as previously authorized by City Council through the HUD FY 2021-22, 2022-23, 2023-24, and 2024-25 Annual Action Plans and associated Substantial Amendments.
On July 20, 2023, the City’s Community Development Department approved proposals related to Sherwood Recreation Center Phase IV, and CSG Consultants, Inc. initiated service provision under an executed agreement. City staff submitted the Request for Release of Funds and Certification to HUD on January 30, 2025, in compliance with federal NEPA environmental review and grant administration requirements. Subsequently, on March 7, 2025, HUD issued the Authority to Use Grant Funds, officially authorizing the City to proceed with construction-related activities.
The City Engineer approved the project plans and specifications and authorized the call to bids for this project with bid submittal date of October 14, 2025.
On December 9, 2025, City Council, pursuant to Resolution No. 23382, awarded a $2,230,401 contract to Precision Construction Services for the Sherwood Recreation Center Building Improvement, CIP 9535, and approved a construction contingency amount of $450,000.
City Council, pursuant to Resolutions 2026-093, 2026-133, and 2026-155, increased the approved contingency amount to a total of $750,000.
A total of thirty-four (34) change orders were issued for the project with a total of $749,435.48. Table 1 provides a breakdown of all the project change orders.
Table 1. Contract Change Orders
CCO No.
Amount
New Contract Amount (w/CCOs)
CCO Description
1 $105,818.00
$2,336,219.00
Expedite schedule
2 $8,544.38
$2,344,763.38
Sawcut damaged CMU wall at vehicle gate
3 $6,265.99
$2,351,029.37
Replace of exterior light fixtures
4 $2,564.66
$2,353,594.03
Reroute of electrical at east wall
5 $3,273.37
$2,356,867.40
Change countertop material
6 $60,268.96
$2,417,136.36
Saturated soil at sidewalk
7 $14,780.34
$2,431,916.70
Trench and reroute north electrical conduit
8 $1,376.90
$2,433,293.60
Powder coating of sign
9 $17,775.75
$2,451,069.35
Unsuitable soils at storage room
10 $4,282.75
$2,455,352.10
Repair of pull box and conduits
11 $9,757.81
$2,465,109.91
Extend irrigation to the southern planter
12 $17,487.19
$2,482,597.10
Additional buildup at roof
13 $2,990.35
$2,485,587.45
Reroute electrical at roof 5
14 $13,120.18
$2,498,707.63
Demo/infill storage room door
15 $3,925.37
$2,502,633.00
Fence repair at mechanical yard
16 $16,967.88
$2,519,600.88
Kitchen flooring demo and installation
17 $31,987.53
$2,551,588.41
Additional fascia metal
18 $7,940.75
$2,559,529.16
Demo and install access door for roof 5
19 $7,000.49
$2,566,529.65
Painting items
20 $92,426.35
$2,658,956.00
Install new solar lights
21 $10,162.75
$2,669,118.75
Increase new CMU wall
22 $12,665.83
$2,681,784.58
Unforeseen wood rot and nail removal
23 $33,257.44
$2,715,042.02
Roof 5 parapet wall structural bracing
24 $3,964.26
$2,719,006.28
Replace existing fiber line
25 $17,138.68
$2,736,144.96
Fence core drilling
26 $4,434.12
$2,740,579.08
Update to the exterior signs
27 $14,255.92
$2,754,835.00
Extension of planter schedule
28 $15,152.91
$2,769,987.91
Roof 5 duct removal and replacement
29 $36,037.47
$2,806,025.38
Grind and overlay at ADA stalls
30 $70,918.24
$2,876,943.62
Safety netting installation around the court
31 $10,779.07
$2,887,722.69
Cleaning of the interior basketball court
32 $34,282.04
$2,922,004.73
Install new light pole bases
33 $25,880.52
$2,947,885.25
New timeclock and transformer for exhaust fan
34 $31,951.23
$2,979,836.48
Additional scope requested from fire inspection
The project was substantially completed on August 24, 2026. As of September 18, 2026, the project has been completed as described within the scope of work and change orders.
Attachment 1 provides before and after photos of the Project.
The Sherwood Rec Center will provide a variety of sports and wellness programming for various ages. The building was designed to allow the Recreation-Park Division to expand basketball and volleyball programming that currently exists in the City’s only gymnasium at the Recreation Center on Lincoln. In addition to sports activities, the facility can host exercise classes for adults and seniors, allow for small meetings and gatherings and host open gym opportunities throughout the week. Existing full-time recreation staff will supervise and coordinate the programming and services once the facility is open.
As construction was nearing completion it was decided to update the Salinas Community Center sign on Main Street. Public Works and Library and Community Services are actively discussing potential designs for the sign. We are planning to bring options to the Council for consideration in January 2027.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project. The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378). In addition, CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 includes the general rule that CEQA applies only to activities which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Because the proposed action and this matter have no potential to cause any effect on the environment, or because it falls within a category of activities excluded as projects pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378, this matter is not a project. Because the matter does not cause a direct or foreseeable indirect physical change on or in the environment, this matter is not a project. Any subsequent discretionary projects resulting from this action will be assessed for CEQA applicability.
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES:
No.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
This project addresses the City Council’s Goals of Youth and Seniors, Infrastructure and Public Safety.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The process of administering this project involves Public Works, Library and Community Services, Community Development, Finance, and Legal Departments.
Public Works Department is managing the project with activities that include construction management, labor compliance, and inspection services. The project is a CIP for the Library and Community Services Department and is entirely funded with CDBG funds which is being administered by the Community Development Department. Finance Department manages the proper disbursement of funds and is involved with the reporting requirements of CDBG funds, and Legal Department reviews pertinent documents/contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Thus, staff from these Departments are very actively involved with the development and execution of this project.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact with this action. The contract for the Sherwood Recreation Center Building Improvement, CIP No. 9535, was $2,230,401 with a total of thirty-four (34) change orders that summed to $749,435.48 for a total project cost of $2,979,836.48.
Fund
General Ledger Number (Operating/CIP)
General Ledger Account Name
Remaining Budget Appropriation
Amount Requested
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Attachment 1: Before/After Photos
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