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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE LOWEST AND BEST BIDDER FOR THE GAZEBO LEGACY PROJECT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Brief Description: This project involves significant renovation work to the gazebo in honor of Americans 250th including railing repair, concrete replacement, enhanced landscaping, and a performance platform.
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Legislative History
None
Purpose & Explanation
The project design and specifications are in process for this project. The administration is seeking Council approval to proceed with bidding and award of a construction contract for the Gazebo Legacy Project. The project scope of work is estimated at $180,000.
A Lets Talk Hudson Engagement page has been established and will be active from February 5th to February 15th to collect further community input ahead of Councils consideration on February 17th.
Timeline:
Council authorization - February 17, 2026
Design - February - March, 2026
Bid and Award - March - April 2026
Construction Commencement - May 1, 2026
Completion and open to the community - July 4, 2026
Capital Budget funding:
$65,000 (Gazebo Renovations)
$75,000 (Hawk Signal Reappropriation)
$40,000 (Annual Concrete Repair Program)
Legal Authority for Proposed Legislation
Pursuant to Charter Section 6.04:
X Competitively bid and advertised for three consecutive weeks
Joint or Cooperative Purchase Program
Professional Services
Other [provide explanation]
Fiscal Impact
X Currently Budgeted ($105,000)
Supplemental Appropriation Required ($75,000 (Reappropriate Hawk Signal)
Appropriation Not Required.
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
X Yes Timeline for a May 1st construction start and targeted completion by July 4, 2026.
No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council approve this Resolution authorizing the City Manager to bid the project and award to the contractor with...
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