Submitted by: Hal Metzler
Submitting Department: Public Works
Agenda Section: Consent
Item Title:
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Purchase of Playground Equipment for King Park - ARPA
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Mayor and Council authorize the City Administrator to enter into an agreement with Playgound Specialists, Inc. for the purchase and installation of playground equipment for King Park in an amount not to exceed $480,000. This encumbrance is funded utilizing American Rescue Plan Act funds as approved by Council on November 20, 2023 and the Treasurer is authorized to make the necessary budget amendments to facilitate the encumbering of these funds.
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Summary Background:
King Park has been closed for approximately 1 year while the site was environmentally remediated and the plan for the renovation of the park was developed. Playground Specialist worked with the Low Impact Development Center to design a playground to fit the renovated park and meet the community’s needs and wants for the space. This purchase is facilitated through the Houston Galveston Area Contract collective purchasing agreement of which the City is a member.
Next Steps:
Issue purchase order and schedule installation for Spring 2024
Fiscal Impact:
NTE $480,000
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend approval
Community Engagement:
A number of community meetings were held during the design process to allow resident to provide their feedback.
Strategic Goals:
Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A