CC MEETING: February 4, 2020
DATE: January 28, 2020
TO: Erin Rinehart, City Manager
FROM: Kim Bybee, Parks Manager
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Consider Approval Of The Replacement Of Harold Bessire Playground By Whirlix Through An Inter-Local Agreement With BuyBoard In An Amount Not To Exceed $184,943.00.
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BACKGROUND:
This project was approved by council for the FY20 budget. In 2018, the Parks and Recreation Department conducted an update to the report card program where park amenities were evaluated using set criteria. The outcome of the report card program aids staff in determining the current condition and prioritization of projects when funding is available. Harold Bessire Playground was given a grade of D. A new playground was designed by Whirlix to not only maximize the play value in this park but also recognize and celebrate our First Responders. Harold Bessire is a former Fire Chief from the City of Carrollton, so the Parks and Recreation Department worked with Carrollton Fire Rescue to add play elements with a fire fighter theme. Some play elements will incorporate the Carrollton Fire Rescue shield and engine specific colors.
This project includes the cost for the playground equipment, shipping and installation. A 10% contingency has been included in the budget.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Whirlix is a reputable company that provides a quality product and has completed projects for the City of Carrollton in the past. The playground equipment and installation will be funded out of the following account:
ACCTG UNIT ACCOUNT BUDGET AMOUNT
854360 Harold Bessire Playground $184,943.00
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff recommends approval of the playground replacement for Harold Bessire Playground by Whirlix in an amount not to exceed $184,943.00 using the City’s existing agreement with BuyBoard.