PRESENTER: Presenter
Stacey Dicke, Director of Parks and Recreation
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SUBJECT: Title
Approval of a professional services contract amendment with Vickrey & Associates for the final design of Alligator Creek Trail (west) located at the 46-acre greenbelt along Alligator Creek and authorization for City Manager to execute contract modifications up to the contingency.
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DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
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COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The City contracted with Vickrey & Associates to develop a preliminary design for Alligator Creek Trail East and West. This was completed in December 2021. This amendment will provide for final design and construction documents based on the preliminary design for West Alligator Creek. The final design would only include the 46-acre greenbelt located along Alligator Creek east of Goodwin Lane. The proposed Alligator Creek Trail is located in a rapidly developing part of the city and opportunities for trail connections are plentiful. The cost to complete the design is $146,761. Staff recommends an additional 10% contingency be approved, which would provide a not to exceed amount of $161,437.
In February the City applied for Texas Parks & Wildlife Department trail grant to help secure construction dollars for a portion of the trail in the 46-acres. The City will learn if it was awarded the grant at the end of May.
ISSUE:
Expand recreational, arts and cultural enrichment opportunities-
Ensure sustainable quality development-
• Hike and Bike Trail Plan - Alligator Creek Trail Opportunity Area
• Comprehensive Plan Strategy 2 Activate Neighborhoods, Strategy 4 Innovate in Parks and Public Spaces, and Strategy 7 Connect All.
• Budget priorities: “Align budget initiatives to results of ICMA citizens survey and comprehensive plan” and “Seek alternative funding sources and partnerships that extend city tax dollars.”
FISCAL IMPACT:
$120,000 was included in the FY 2023 General Fund budget to support this effort. The remaining portion will be covered by parkland dedication fees within the appropriate quadrant. Therefore, sufficient funds are available.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of a professional services contract amendment with Vickrey & Associates for a final design of Alligator Creek Trail (west) located at the 46-acre greenbelt located along Alligator Creek and authorization for City Manager to execute contract modifications up to the contingency.