HomeMy WebLinkAboutA020 - Lloyd Kurtz Mini Pitch ProjectITEM #:22
DATE:09-09-25
DEPT:P&R
SUBJECT:COMPLETION OF LLOYD KURTZ MINI PITCH (FRIEDRICH PITCH)
PROJECT
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
BACKGROUND:
The Lloyd Kurtz Mini Pitch Project includes the construction of a mini pitch and accessible
sidewalks at Lloyd Kurtz Park, 3710 Hyde Ave.
The mini pitch consists of a 108-foot by 53-foot post-tension concrete court designed for small-
sided soccer (futsal). The pitch is enclosed by a rebound fence system with goals, benches,
and lights. Sidewalks were installed within the project making the mini pitch accessible from
the Bloomington Road shared use path, Stonebrook Community Church parking lot, and north
trail which also connects to the existing basketball court, shelter and playground.
Prior to this project, a public meeting was held with the neighborhood. Several concerns
neighbors expressed were addressed in the final design of the project, including the
accessible sidewalks, a drinking fountain, a push button for lights after sunset, in-school and
summer programmed hours for the lights, and the pitch dedicated to soccer (futsal play) only.
In August 2024 City Council approved plans and specifications for the project. Clapsaddle-
Garber Associates, Inc. (CGA) developed a survey, along with plans and specifications for the
project. CGA's services within the project totals $22,624.
At its January 14, 2025 meeting, City Council awarded three contracts in the amount of
$299,372.27. City Council also approved the reallocation of Capital Improvement Project
(CIP) savings for the Community Center Gym Flooring Project in the amount of $90,230,
to be used for this project.
Bid Package 1 was awarded to Caliber Concrete LLC for concrete and grading, in the amount
of $182,462.27. Four change orders were issued within the bid package, which included one
deduct, for a total change of $4,178.10. This resulted in a total contract amount of
$186,640.37.
Bid Package 2 was issued to Caliber Concrete LLC for the mini pitch system, lights, and
acrylic surfacing in the amount of $109,300.
Bid Package 3 was awarded to Van Maanen Electric, Inc. in the amount of $7,610 to make the
electrical connections from Bloomington Road to the Mini Pitch.
Other miscellaneous expenses associated with the project including installation of the drinking
fountain, testing and inspections, signage, and donor recognition. These miscellaneous
expenses total $34,657.20.
Additional revenues in the amount of $84,500 were also obtained for the project through
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community donations and a grant through the Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation.
A breakdown of total project cost is shown below.
Item Expenses Revenues
Design - CGA $ 22,624.00
Bid Package 1 - Caliber Concrete LLC (includes change
orders) 186,640.37
Bid Package 2 - Caliber Concrete LLC 109,300.00
Bid Package 3 - Van Maanen Electric Inc 7,610.00
Miscellaneous 34,657.21
Initial Project Funding 351,190.00
Delta Dental Foundation of Iowa Grant 20,000.00
Community Donations 64,500.00
TOTAL $ 360,831.58 $ 435,690.00
In accordance with previous City Council direction, the savings from this project have been
reallocated to the Park Maintenance Facility Expansion Project.
The project is now complete and a ribbon cutting ceremony was held in early August 2025.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Accept completion of the contract(s) for the Lloyd Kurtz Mini Pitch Project, including:
a. Caliber Concrete LLC in the amount of $186,640.37(bid package 1, with changes).
b. Caliber Concrete LLC in the amount of $109,300 (bid package 2).
c. Van Maanen Electric Inc in the amount of $7,610 (bid package 3).
2. Do not accept the completion of the contract(s) for the Lloyd Kurtz Mini Pitch Project, and
direct staff to make changes to the project.
3. Refer back to staff.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The City desires to offer diverse recreational opportunities throughout the community.
The addition of the Mini Pitch (Friedrich Pitch) at Lloyd Kurtz Park is a new, unique
amenity within the park system. Staff presented the project to the neighborhood and
implemented many of their suggestions and addressed their concerns within the
project. The project has received positive support from the neighborhood, Stonebrook
Community Church, and community overall. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City
Manager that the City Council adopt Alternative No. 1, as described above.
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