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 Renovation of 4 Fields and Various Park Improvements at the McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch
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)
MEETING DATE: October 6, 2020
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Michael Kowski, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of the Resolution.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• This phase will consist of converting the four northeastern fields to turf, constructing a restroom/storage building, new fencing, entrance enhancements, adding shade for participants and spectators and adding pedestrian trail connectivity.
• These proposed improvements will implement a portion of the new the Master Plan for the soccer complex that will assist in creating a premier sports complex.
• Additionally, the conversion from grass to turf will greatly increase the playability of the fields and increase tournament capabilities.
• This agenda item will authorize a professional services contract with DCBA Landscape Architecture to provide landscape architectural and engineering services related to the renovation of 4 soccer fields and various park improvements at McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch, in a contract amount of $378,754 and not to exceed $390,000.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• DCBA was selected from a list of pre-qualified landscape architectural firms that Council approved on June 18, 2019.
• The 65 acre soccer complex was constructed in 2005 and includes 13 lit fields (one championship field), 900 parking spaces, concession building with restrooms and an irrigation pond.
• DCBA recently completed the master plan for the overall complex.
• McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch is located at 6372 Collin McKinney Parkway.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• This project (PK1906) is a FY19-20 Capital Improvements Program funded by Parkland Dedication Funds Zone 3.
• The Resolution will authorize a professional services contract for landscape architectural and engineering services, with DCBA Landscape Architecture.
• Upon approval of this item, $8,175,300 remains in PK1906.
PARK BOARD RECOMMENDATION:
• On September 10, 2020, the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Advisory Board recommended to City Council approval of the design contract.