FROM:
Engineering
SUBJECT:
Title
Final Acceptance of the Jurupa Avenue Landscape Median Project
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Accept as complete the work performed by KASA Construction, Inc. for the construction of the Jurupa Avenue Landscape Median Project (#37600020).
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COUNCIL GOALS:
• To invest in the City’s infrastructure (streets, sewers, parks, etc.) by maintaining and improving the city's existing infrastructure.
• To invest in the City’s infrastructure (streets, sewers, parks, etc.) by improving the aesthetics of the community through code enforcement, street sweeping, and landscape maintenance.
DISCUSSION:
On October 24, 2023, the City Council authorized the award of a construction contract to the lowest responsible/responsive bidder (KASA Construction, Inc.) in the amount of $4,854,925.10 with a 10% contingency in the amount of $485,492.51 for the Jurupa Avenue Landscape Median Project (#37600020). The proposed improvements for the Jurupa Avenue Landscape Median Project consisted of reconstructing and installing new Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant curb ramps, a raised median, pavement re-surfacing, roadway signage, traffic striping, and the installation of new landscaping and irrigation system. The project ultimately enhanced the aesthetics of the neighborhood and improved overall circulation along this major corridor of the community.
KASA Construction, Inc. completed the construction of the project on October 1, 2024. The project was successfully completed for the final contract amount of $5,107,936.64, an increase of 5.21% from the original amount of $4,854,925.10 and $232,480.97 under the total authorized budget. All work has been completed to the satisfaction of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT:
As part of the action to accept the construction of the Jurupa Avenue Landscape Median Project (#37600020) as complete, the City will take over the operation and maintenance of this public infrastructure. Appropriate funding for the maintenance work is included in the FY 2024-25 budget under the Public Works & Engineering Department, Parks and Landscape Division.
MOTION:
Approve staff recommendation.