Agenda Item Wording:
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Notice of completion - Authorize the filing of a notice of completion for the Stonebrook Street culvert in Packwood Creek.
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Agenda Date: 08/17/2026
Prepared by:
Estrella Velasquez, Associate Engineer, Estrella.Velasquez@visalia.gov, (559)713-4164
Chris Crawford, City Engineer, Chris.Crawford@visalia.gov, (559)713-4331
Jason Huckleberry, Engineering & Building Director, Jason.Huckleberry@visalia.gov, (559)713-4495
Department Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the filing of a notice of completion for the Stonebrook Street culvert in Packwood Creek.
Summary:
This project included the construction of a double box culvert in Packwood Creek, upstream and downstream erosion control measures, and a headwall to support the existing storm drain pump station located at the site. In addition to these improvements, the project included the installation of sidewalk, concrete barrier, and handrails atop the box culvert to facilitate the future, development-driven roadway crossing.
Background Discussion:
In November of 2022, the City Council authorized the City Manager to award the professional design services contract for the design of this project. The project was advertised for construction in August of 2025 and subsequently presented to City Council for approval to have the City Manager award the associated construction contract.
Construction began in October of 2025, with completion anticipated in January of 2026. Due to unforeseen weather conditions and flood release deliveries through Packwood Creek, the project underwent multiple delays and setbacks, resulting in 100% completion in April of 2026.
Change Orders:
The final cost of the construction contract including change orders is $1,239,164.47. Three change orders were processed totaling $35,886.47. Below is a summary of the contract changes:
Change Order Breakdown
Category
Cost
Percentage
Errors & Omissions (E&O)
$49,070.11
3.91%
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