CC MEETING: December 6, 2016
DATE: November 28, 2016
TO: Leonard Martin, City Manager
FROM: Kim Bybee, Athletics Manager, and Scott Whitaker, Parks and Recreation Director
Title
Consider Approval Of The Replacement Of Five Playground Surfaces By Synlawn Through An Inter-Local Agreement With BuyBoard In An Amount Not To Exceed $254,016.
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BACKGROUND:
As part of the FY17 budget process, Council approved the resurfacing of five playgrounds that currently have a poured-in-place rubber surface. These playground locations include: Indian Creek Ranch, Clifford E. Hall, Keller Springs, Cedar Elm, and Oakwood Springs. Over time the existing surfaces have begun to deteriorate or become worn from repeated use. Other causes of damage include poor drainage and ground shifting which causes large gaps that lead to safety hazards. Small repairs have been made over the years but it is becoming more difficult to patch.
All five playgrounds will be replaced with a synthetic turf that is cheaper and more durable than the existing poured-in-place surface. It is also easier to maintain and repair. This project includes removal and disposal of existing surface, drainage installation, base material, the synthetic turf, infill, and a 15-year manufacturer warranty on the turf at all five locations. A 20% contingency has been included in the budget.
Quotes were obtained from the following BuyBoard vendors:
Synlawn: $211,680
Webuildfun: $232,335
Recreation Consultants of Texas: $369,735
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
The playground resurfacing will be funded out of the following account:
ACCOUNT BUDGET AMOUNT
Playground Resurfacing $254,016
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff recommends approval of the replacement of five playground surfaces by Synlawn in an amount not to exceed $254,016 using the City’s existing agreement with BuyBoard.