Agenda - Council - 10/23/1990 - Laserfiche WebLink

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IMPROVEMENT PROJECT %90-29 by: Merland Otto Background: As authorized by Council, we have prepared plans and specifications for improvements at River's Bend Park. The proposed improvements are to be funded with CDBG dollars which previously had been used for an economic development revolving loan fund which is now defunct. The approximate available funds are $26,600. The proposed improvements are planned to be done under two separate contracts. The first is covered under this set of plans and includes the fabrication and installation of additional handrails along paths and the fabrication and installation of an access road gate. This cost is estimated to exceed $10,000.00 and therefore requires a formal bid process under CDBG rules. The second portion of the improvements includes bench installation, bench pads, bituminous pathway, concrete pad for fishing pier and incidental items. This portion of the work is less than $10,000 and can be completed under informal quotes. In earlier discussions, we had understood and indicated to the Council that contracts must be awarded by November 23, 1990 (18 months from the last activity in the revolving loan fund). JoAnne Wright, CDBG Coordinator, recently informed us that we would have until December 31, 1990. We have prepared plans and specifications and are now awaiting CDBG/labor rate information prior to advertising of bids. We are anticipating receipt shortly. Enclosed are copies of the proposed resolution approving plans and specifications and authorization to advertise for bids upon receipt of the necessary CDBG information. Observation: It was discussed at the time plans were ordered to explore the possibility of constructing a shelter under this project. CDBG coordinator, JoAnne Wright, indicated that this would not be an appropriate use of CDBG funds.