HomeMy WebLinkAboutA020 - Resolution accepting the 2024/25 Traffic Signal Program (S. 16th & University) as completed by Van Maanen Electric, Inc., of Newton, IA, in the amount of $142,043.15ITEM #:22
DATE:02-10-26
DEPT:PW
SUBJECT:2024/25 TRAFFIC SIGNAL PROGRAM (S. 16TH & UNIVERSITY)
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
BACKGROUND:
The Traffic Signal Program provides for both the replacing of older traffic signals and
constructing new traffic signals in the City. This project involved the replacement of the
traffic signal at the intersection of S. 16th Street & University Boulevard. This project
was coordinated with the planned S. 16th Street widening project that will conclude in
2026.
On October 22, 2024, City Council awarded the project to Van Maanen Electric, Inc. of
Newton, Iowa in the amount of $142,043.15. No Change Orders were required as construction
was completed in the amount of $142,043.15. The revenues and expenses for the project are
as follows:
Expenses Amount Revenues Amount
Design $24,600.00
Signal Poles $59,934.00
Pedestrian Pushbutton
Equipment $17,204.00
Construction (This
Contract)$142,043.15
Administration $34,000.00
FY 23/24 & 24/25
Traffic Signal Program
Road Use Tax
$278,000
Totals $277,781.15 $278,000
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Accept the 2024/25 Traffic Signal Program (S. 16th & University) as completed by Van
Maanen Electric, Inc. of Newton, Iowa, in the amount of $142,043.15.
2. Direct staff to pursue modifications to the project.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The project has now been completed in accordance with the approved plans and
specifications. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council
adopt Alternative No. 1, as noted above.
1
ATTACHMENT(S):
Location Map.pdf
Certification Letter 2024-25 Traffic Signal Program (S. 16th & University).pdf
2
3
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
February 5, 2026
Honorable Mayor and Council Members
City of Ames
Ames, Iowa 50010
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
I hereby certify the 2024/25 Traffic Signal Program (S. 16th & University) project
was completed in an acceptable manner by Van Maanen Electric, Inc., of
Newton, Iowa, in the amount of $142,043.15 and was inspected by the Public
Works Department of the City of Ames, Iowa.
Sincerely,
Justin A. Clausen, PE, CPWP-M
Public Works Director
JAC/lbc
cc: City Clerk, Finance, Contractor, Administrative Services, Project File
4