Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Contract with DCBA Landscape Architecture of Plano, Texas for Landscape Architectural and Engineering Services Related to the Design of a Pedestrian Bridge and Gateway Monument within Creekside Park, located at 6135 Alma Road.
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
(5A: Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city)
(5B: Develop Parks strategy to preserve green space for future park land)
(5C: Continue to market and highlight McKinney as a unique destination for residents and visitors alike)
(5E: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney)
(5F: Maximize partnerships between the City of McKinney and private industry)
MEETING DATE: January 7, 2020
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Michael Kowski, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
* Approval of the Resolution.
ITEM SUMMARY:
* This agenda item will authorize a professional services contract with DCBA Landscape Architecture to provide landscape architectural and engineering services related to the design of a pedestrian bridge and gateway monument located within Creekside Park at 6135 Alma Road, in a contract amount of $64,395 and not to exceed $67,000.
* Scope of Services:
o Schematic Design $48,555
o Construction Services $15,840
o Contingency $ 2,605
Total $67,000
* This is a park that is required per a Development Agreement approved by the City in 2018 that was negotiated during the redevelopment of the Craig Ranch ballfields into multi family.
* Per that agreement, the developer is required at their cost to construct a new park that includes landscaping, a linear trail, signage, shade structures and seating. These improvements are currently under construction and once completed the park will be dedicated to the City...
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