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Park project notice of completion - Request authorization to file a partial notice of completion for the booster pump installation project at various parks.
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Submitting Department: Parks and Recreation Department
Prepared by: Daryl Tillman, Park Maintenance Supervisor 713-4435; daryl.tillman@visalia.city; Ivan Nicar, Parks and Facilities Manager 713-4564; ivan.nicar@visalia.gov; Jason Glick, Parks and Recreation Director 713-4042; jason.glick@visalia.city
Department Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the filing of a partial notice of completion for the booster pump installation project at various parks with Quality Landscape Construction, Inc.
Summary:
The scope of work included a construction contract for the installation of new irrigation booster pumps at Blain, Burke, Jefferson, Pinkham, Riverbend, and Summers Parks. The contract was awarded to Quality Landscape Construction, Inc. at the April 15, 2024, City Council meeting in the amount of $434,830.00.
During installation at Summers Park, the contractor encountered an unforeseen electrical issue that required coordination with Southern California Edison. An additional electrical leg is necessary, as the booster pump requires higher amperage to operate properly. Due to delays associated with the installation of this additional electrical leg, work at Summers Park has not yet been completed.
As a result, the contractor has requested partial completion of the project, as retention payment for work already completed is currently being withheld.
Background Discussion:
At the December 20, 2021, City of Visalia Council Work Session, City Council approved the appropriation of $29,364,455 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), including $1,250,000 allocated for citywide park irrigation improvements. These funds are being used to complete several park projects, including booster pump installations, irrigation system upgrades, and landscape res...
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