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City Council Regular Meeting

Meeting Date:

11/10/2020

BACKGROUND

In 2019, Parks & Recreation staff completed Phase I of the renovation project at Ashley Park which included reconstructing the basketball court, replacing playground equipment, a cosmetic update to the restroom facility and providing an accessible route to the new features. The existing asphalt loop trail was not replaced at that time due to limited funding. Phase II of the renovation includes demolition of the existing failing asphalt trail and reconstructing a concrete trail that is fully accessible the entire way and includes the accessible route to the restroom as well as one picnic area.
This concrete trail project was funded in the FY 19-20 budget but delays to our schedule from COVID has pushed this project into FY 20-21. Pricing for the project is based on the On-Call Concrete Repair and Replacement contract approved by Council in Resolution 19-R-162.
The project total request is for $81,888.13 which includes a 10% contingency for the proposal of $74,443.75 to ensure adequate budget should unknown issues arise.
As part of Staff's focus on finishing projects completely to allow them to move on the next projects, staff is trying to do this with Ashley Park. Later this year, staff plans to add a playground structure (geared for kids ages 5 -12 years old) and a pavilion. With this, the work to renovate Ashley Park will be complete.

GOAL

Approve the funding for the concrete trail installation at Ashley Park.

COMMUNITY BENEFIT

This looped trail increases the quality of life for our community by providing a safe pedestrian walkway loop that promotes enjoying the outdoors through exercise. It also provides a fully accessible route to the restroom facility by replacing the existing one which is currently out of compliance with Texas Accessibility Standards.

SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Staff recommends council approve Resolution 20-R-113.

FISCAL IMPACT

The project will be funded with money approved in the FY 19-20 budget and city staff will submit a budget adjustment to carry over funds from FY 19-20 to FY 20-21.

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends council approve Resolution 20-R-113.

Attachments
Resolution 20-R-113
Ashley Park Trail quote