CC MEETING: February 6, 2024
DATE: January 24, 2024
TO: Erin Rinehart, City Manager
FROM: Kim Bybee, Parks Manager
Chrystal Davis, Assistant City Manager
Title
Consider Approval Of The Purchase Of Starting Blocks For The Rosemeade Rainforest By Sunbelt Pools Through An Inter-Local Agreement With BuyBoard In An Amount Not To Exceed $57,941.84.
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BACKGROUND:
The Rosemeade Rainforest Aquatics Center has an 8-lane 25-meter lap pool with starting blocks on either side. The starting blocks are used by our swim lesson programs and the Carrollton Aqua Racers swim team which trains and competes at the facility during the summer months. Throughout various renovations over the last 30+ years, the original starting blocks and mounting hardware have been reinstalled into the renovated decks. Some blocks are becoming harder to repair and many are no longer securely fit into their respective sleeves. Due to the safety concern, starting blocks need to be replaced and installed. Eight brand new starting blocks will be installed on the east side of the lap pool which are the most heavily used during competition. The eight starting blocks on the west side will be repaired and reinstalled properly to insure they are secure and safe for competition.
Carrollton Aqua Racers is in support of the new starting blocks and is contributing funds towards this project. A 10% contingency is included to cover any additional expenses.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Sunbelt Pools is a reputable company that has completed satisfactory work at the Rosemeade Rainforest. The equipment and installation is being funded out of the following account:
ACCTG UNIT BUDGET AMOUNT
854360 - Aquatics Equipment Replacement $57,941.84
IMPACT ON COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY:
This project supports and aligns with Council goals and objectives through the fiduciary care and maintenance of our infrastructure.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff recommends City Council approve the purchase and installation of starting blocks at the Rosemeade Rainforest by Sunbelt Pools in an amount not to exceed $57,941.84 using the City’s existing agreement with BuyBoard.