HomeMy WebLinkAboutA001 - Council Action Form dated May 26, 2026ITEM #:34
DATE:05-26-26
DEPT:PW
SUBJECT:2024/25 CDBG INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM
(S RIVERSIDE DRIVE - S 4TH STREET TO LINCOLN WAY)
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
BACKGROUND:
This project included new water main infrastructure that improved water quality, reduced the
number of lead services in the water distribution system, increased firefighting service capacity
in this area, and benefited a HUD-identified Low- and Moderate-Income (LMI) population
(Census Tract 10). This project was located along S Riverside Drive from S 4th Street to
Lincoln Way.
On October 21 , 2025, City Council awarded a contract to Iowa Water & Waste System of
Boone, Iowa, in the amount of $559,321.30. Three change orders were approved by as part of
the project. Change Order No. 1 was approved in the amount of $22,835 for water main 4"
repair, hydrant relocation, and water main abandonment. Change Order No. 2 was approved
by city council in the amount of $81,792.08. Change Order No. 3 (balancing), administratively
approved by staff, was an increase in the amount of $7,224.93 to reflect actual measured
quantities completed during construction. Construction was completed in the amount of
$671,173.31.
Revenue and expenses associated with the project are estimated as follows:
Description Available Revenue Estimated Expenses
CDBG Funding $ 700,000
Construction (this council
action) $ 671,173.31
Engineering/Administration $ 20,000.00
TOTAL $ 700,000 $ 691,173.31
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Accept the 2024/25 CDBG Infrastructure Program (S Riverside Drive - S 4th Street to
Lincoln Way) project as completed by Iowa Water & Waste System, LLC of Boone, IA in
the amount of $671,173.31.
2. Direct staff to pursue changes to the project.
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CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
This project has been completed in accordance with the approved plans and
specifications and improved water quality and firefighting capacity in a LMI census
tract area. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the City Manager that the City Council adopt
Alternative No. 1, as described above.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Project Map.pdf
Certification Letter 2024-25 CDBG Infrastructure Program (S Riverside Dr).pdf
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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 21, 2026
Honorable Mayor and Council Members
City of Ames
Ames, Iowa 50010
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
I hereby certify the 2024/25 CDBG Infrastructure Program (S. Riverside Drive – S.
4th Street to Lincoln Way) project was completed in an acceptable manner by
Iowa Water & Waste System, LLC, of Boone, Iowa, in the amount of $671,173.31
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
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