Public Works Agency
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Item # 14
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
October 21, 2025
TOPIC: Centennial Park Sports Lighting
AGENDA TITLE
Agreement with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC to provide LED Sports Lighting at Centennial Park (No. 26-6007) (General Fund)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award an agreement to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC to provide LED sports lighting at Centennial Park, in the base bid amount of $1,189,448 and an amount of $118,945 for unanticipated or unforeseen work, for a total estimated project delivery cost of $1,308,393, beginning October 21, 2025 and expiring December 31, 2026, with the option for one, one-year extension (Agreement No. A-2025- XXX).
2. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER 2025-97 will be filled for Project No. 26-6007.
GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No
DISCUSSION
The Public Works Agency, Parks, Fleet, Facilities, and Refuse Services Division (PWA) oversees the maintenance and improvements for all City parks. Centennial Park operates as a multifunctional open space for local sports and citywide events. The ninety-acre park includes various amenities, such as the Dan Young Soccer Complex, skate park, playground, and lake, providing leisure, recreation, and entertainment opportunities for residents and visitors.
In collaboration with Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (PRCSA) staff, PWA staff evaluated the lighting needs in the park, identifying a need for the addition of new sports lighting at fields 5 and 6. The scope of these improvements is substantial, requiring the installation of new electrical infrastructure and the procurement of advanced lighting systems. Funding for these two high priority locations at Centennial Park was added as a City Council initiative during the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget process. New lighting will extend safe play hours into the evening for youth sports, adult leagues, and community programs. Staff recommends installing state-of-the-art, energy-efficient LED
Centennial Park Sports Lighting
October 21, 2025
5 3
9 0
light fixtures and poles designed and manufactured by Musco Sports Lighting, LLC, which is consistent with LED sports lighting equipment recently installed throughout the City’s park system. The proposed lighting system includes a 25-year warranty, thereby reducing long-term maintenance cost. Additionally, the new lighting will offer better directional capabilities, minimizing light pollution for nearby resident homes while providing after- hours area lighting.
The Centennial Park lighting improvements complement other major capital projects currently underway, including the lake renovation and the park expansion project, which will feature the City’s first dog park. Collectively, these efforts represent a significant investment in the modernization and enhancement of the City’s park system, furthering the City Council’s commitment to providing high-quality recreational facilities for the community.
Musco Sports Lighting, LLC has successfully completed multiple sports lighting projects throughout the City, including Memorial Park, Thornton Park, Dan Young Soccer Complex, George Upton All Access Playground and Basketball Courts, Santa Ana Stadium, and Santiago Park. For each of these projects, Musco has delivered on schedule, adapted to changing conditions, and provided energy-efficient systems that reduce maintenance needs while minimizing light spill into adjacent neighborhoods. Their responsiveness and collaboration with City staff have resulted in quality improvements that continue to serve the community well.
Santa Ana Ordinance No. NS-3041 authorizes the City to utilize contracts from any public agency employing a competitive bid process. Sourcewell Contract No. 041123-MSL with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC was awarded as a result of open, competitive bidding and meets the City’s requirements. As a result, staff recommends awarding an agreement to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC to provide LED sports lighting at Centennial Park (Exhibit 1).
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the recommended actions are exempt from further review pursuant to Section 6103 of the CEQA Guidelines for projects consisting of the construction of new sports lighting. The proposed project continues to meet these parameters of the CEQA Guidelines and Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2025-97 will be filed for Project 26-6007 (Exhibit 2).
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are available for expenditure in the Fiscal Year 2025-26. Any remaining balances not expended by the end of the fiscal year will be presented to City Council for approval of carryovers to Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Fiscal
Year
Accounting
Unit - Account
No.
Fund
Description
Accounting Unit, Account
Description
Amount
Centennial Park Sports Lighting
October 21, 2025
5 3
9 0
(Project No.)
2025-26 01117607-66220
(26-6007)
General
Fund
PWA Services –
Improvements Other Than
Buildings
$1,308,393
TOTAL $1,308,393
EXHIBIT(S)
1. Agreement with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC
2. Environmental Determination
Submitted By: Rodolfo Rosas, P.E., Acting Executive Director – Public Works Agency Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager