Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Contract with LJA Engineering of McKinney, Texas for Landscape Architectural and Engineering Services Related to the Renovation of 7 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: June 6, 2023
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 convert the four northwestern fields (fields 5-8) to synthetic turf, upgrade fields 3 and 4 with high quality natural grass, enhance the existing restroom/concession area plaza, renovate the championship field and modify parking areas. Additional improvements include new fencing, adding shade for participants and spectators and adding pedestrian trail connectivity.
* The conversion from grass to synthetic turf will greatly increase the playability of the fields and increase the ability of securing nationwide tournaments.
* This agenda item will authorize a professional services contract with LJA Engineering to provide landscape architectural and engineering services related to the renovation of 7 soccer fields and various park improvements at McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch, in a contract amount of $774,335 and not to exceed $850,000.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* LJA was selected from a list of pre-qualified landscape architectural firms that Council approved on July 19, 2022.
* LJ...
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