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Recommendation to Accept the Work of Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc., for the Clement Avenue Safety Improvements Project (No. P.W. 08-23-19).
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this action is categorically exempt from further environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities). (Public Works 31040520)
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To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Jennifer Ott, City Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On November 7, 2023, City Council awarded an agreement to Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. in the amount of $4,355,767, plus a 10% contingency, for total authorized amount of $4,791,344 for the Clement Avenue Safety Improvements Project.
The Agreement improvements are complete in accordance with project plans and specifications at a total cost of $4,468,842.25. Staff recommends City Council accept the work.
BACKGROUND
The Clement Avenue Safety Improvements Project is 1.2 miles in length and included extending the Cross Alameda Trail with a two-way separated bikeway, curb extensions, traffic signal modifications, sidewalk/curb ramp improvements, railroad track removal, resurfacing and stormwater enhancements. This work improves vehicle and pedestrian safety by reducing vehicle speeds along the corridor, improves pedestrian visibility with the concrete bulbouts, and improves bike safety through the signalized intersection.
DISCUSSION
City Council awarded an agreement to Bay Cities Paving & Grading on November 7, 2023. A Notice to Proceed was issued on January 30, 2024 and work began on February 12, 2024. On February 13, 2025, Public Works staff performed a final inspection of the public improvements. The completed work is acceptable to the Public Works Department. Staff recommends City Council accept the work of Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc., for the Clement Avenue Safety Improvements Project No. P.W. 08-23-19.
ALTERNATIVES
* Accept the improvements for the Clement...
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