HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0165) M&C 20-0320 (2)City of Fort Worth,
Mayor and
Texas
Council Communication
DATE: 05/05/20 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 20-0320
LOG NAME: 80NORTH Z BOAZ CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS - DESIGN CONTRACT
SUBJECT
Authorize the Execution of a Standard Agreement for Engineering Related Professional Services with Larry O'Flinn, LLC, in an Amount up to
$387,900.00 to Provide Engineering Services for Capital Improvements at North Z. Boaz Park (2018 BOND PROGRAM) (COUNCIL DISTRICT
3)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of an Engineering Agreement with Larry O'Flinn, LLC, in an amount up to
$387,900.00, for engineering services associated with the development of capital improvements at North Z. Boaz Park (City Project No.
101768).
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication (M&C) is to authorize the execution of an Engineering Agreement with Larry O'Flinn,
LLC, in an amount up to $387,900.00, for engineering services associated with the development of capital improvements at North Z. Boaz Park
(City Project No. 101768).
Within the 2018 Bond Program, Proposition B: Parks and Recreation Improvements, Community Park Improvements, is included $2,000,000.00
for North Z. Boaz Park. The project description states: "Implementation of the park master plan, including, but not limited to, the construction of
park trail and fitness area, picnic facilities, playground, recreational courts, roads, parking, security lighting, and supporting infrastructure and
equipment."
On September 18, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 4981-09-2018 authorizing the Park & Recreation Department (PARD) to
apply for, and enter into, a grant agreement with Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) for a Urban Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG). The
application was successful, and on March 20, 2019, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved the issuance of $1,000,000.00 in grant
funding to the City of Fort Worth for the development of proposed improvements at North Z Boaz Park.
On June 25, 2019 (M&C G-19577) the City Council authorized acceptance of the UORG for improvements listed in the 2018 Bond Program.
This grant brought the overall project budget to $3,000,000.00.
On February 26, 2020 the Park & Recreation Advisory Board endorsed the updated North Z. Boaz Master Plan.
Larry O'Flinn, LLC was requested to provide a proposal for the development of the proposed capital improvements, to include the park
amenities listed in the Bond Program and the TPWD UORG grant agreement. Larry O'Flinn, LLC will provide engineering services and prepare
design/construction documents for capital improvements that meet federal, state, and local requirements.
Project Funding
Total
Appropriations
2018 Bond Program
$2,000,000.00
TPWD UORG
$1,000,000.00
Total Funding
$3,000,000.00
Funds for this project are included in the 2018 Bond Program. Available resources within the General Fund will be used to provide interim
financing until debt is issued. Once debt associated with the project is sold, bond proceeds will reimburse the General Fund in accordance with
the statement expressing official Intent to reimburse that was adopted as part of the ordinance canvassing the bond election (Ordinance No.
23209-05-2018) and subsequent actions taken by the Mayor and Council.
OFFICE OF BUSINESS DIVERSITY- Larry O'Flinn, LLC is in compliance with the City's BIDE Ordinance by committing to 63% SBE
participation on this project for the total base amount. The City's SBE goal on this project is 10%.
North Z. Boaz Park is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 3.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that funds are available in the capital budget, as previously appropriated, in the 2018 Bond Program
Fund and the Grants Capital Project State Fund, for the North Z. Boaz Park project to support the approval of the above
recommendation and award of the contract. Prior to an expenditure being incurred, the Park & Recreation Department has the
responsibility to validate the availability of funds.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Fernando Costa 6122
Originating Business Unit Head: David Creek 5744
Additional Information Contact: Joel McElhany 5745