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Recommendation to Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Five-Year Agreement in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $758,978.04, to Clean Lakes, Inc. for Vegetation Management and Water Quality Services for the Alameda West Lagoons.
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this project is categorically exempt from further environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities). (Public Works 310)
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To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Jennifer Ott, City Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Alameda (City) and the Alameda West Lagoon Homeowner's Association (AWLHOA) jointly maintain the Alameda West lagoon system, more commonly referred to as the Southshore lagoons, for purposes of storm drainage, water quality, recreation and aesthetics. The City and AWLHOA require services from a specialized firm for aquatic vegetation management, debris management and water quality monitoring. The current agreement the City has for these services terminates June 30, 2025. The City issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) and convened a selection committee with City staff and members of AWLHOA. Staff recommends awarding an agreement to Clean Lakes, Inc., for a total five year agreement amount not-to-exceed $758,978.04.
BACKGROUND
The Southshore lagoon system was constructed in the late 1950's and early 1960's, when the existing San Francisco Bay shoreline was filled to create additional single-family residential units, some multi-family structures, and a few commercial properties. The homeowners along the newly constructed frontage of the lagoons formed the AWLHOA for the purpose of raising funds and maintaining the lagoons. The AWLHOA is the record title owner of the lagoon system, and the City has a perpetual easement over it for stormwater conveyance purposes.
The lagoons serve as a private water feature for the enjoyment of residents and as a channel for storm water during periods of rain. ...
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