HomeMy WebLinkAboutA001 - Council Action Form dated May 27, 2025ITEM #:32
DATE:05-27-25
DEPT:PW
SUBJECT:2024/25 SHARED USE PATH MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2 (STUART
SMITH PARK AND STATE AVENUE)
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
BACKGROUND:
This project included shared use path replacement at the south end of Stuart Smith
Park and along State Avenue near the Baker subdivision. City staff had received several
requests from the public to replace the shared use path in both locations due to deterioration
and persistent drainage issues. Staff had prioritized funding for replacement of these two
shared use path sections based off their condition and user input.
On September 10, 2024, City Council award the project to TK Concrete, Inc of Pella, IA in the
amount of $106,664.90. No change orders were issued for the work and the project was
completed at the contract amount of $106,664.90.
Revenues Expenses
2023/24 Shared Use Path Maintenance CIP Carry
Over $ 29,384
2024/25 Shared Use Path Maintenance CIP 300,000
2021/22 Concrete Pavement Improvements
(Stange/24th St) $ 80,000.00
South River Valley Shared Use Path Fence 8,790.00
Concrete Leveling (South Dakota/Ontario) 19,225.00
2024/25 Shared Use Path Maintenance (Joint
Leveling/Sealcoating) 75,340.00
2024/25 Shared Use Path Maintenance Contract
2 (State/Stuart Smith) (this action) 106,664.90
Totals:$329,384 $290,019.90
Remaining funding will be utilized for other shared use path maintenance priorities.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Accept the 2024/25 Shared Use Path Maintenance Contract 2 (Stuart Smith Park and
State Avenue) project as completed by TK Concrete, Inc of Pella, IA in the amount of
$106,664.90.
2. Direct staff to make changes to the project.
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CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The project addressed direct requests from users of the shared use path system that
were in need of replacement and has been completed within the approved budget and
schedule. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council
adopt Alternative No. 1, as noted above.
ATTACHMENT(S):
24-25_SUP_Maint_No_2_Location_Attachment_for_CAF.pdf
Certification Letter 2024-25 Shared Use Path Maintenance Contract 2 (Stuart Smith Park &
State Ave).pdf
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Stuart Smith Park
State Avenue
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Smart Choice
Public Works Department 515.239.5160 main 515 Clark Ave. P.O. Box 811
515.239.5404 fax Ames, IA 50010
www.CityofAmes.org
May 22, 2025
Honorable Mayor and Council Members
City of Ames
Ames, Iowa 50010
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
I hereby certify the 2024/25 Shared Use Path Maintenance Contract 2 (Stuart Smith Park &
State Avenue) project was completed in an acceptable manner by TK Concrete, Inc., of Pella,
Iowa, in the amount of $106,644.90 and was inspected by the Public Works Department of the
City of Ames, Iowa.
Sincerely,
Justin A. Clausen, PE, CPWP-M
Interim Public Works Director
JAC/lbc
cc: City Clerk, Finance, Contractor, Administrative Services, Project File
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