REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Authorize the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement for Design Services with Bellecci & Associates, Inc. and Associated Budget Amendment for the Loyalton Property
Report
COUNCIL PILLAR
Deliver and Enhance High Quality Efficient Services and Infrastructure
BACKGROUND
Per 030 Council Policy action, staff brought to Council the discussion on the consideration of the sale of the Loyalton Property. The item was initially scheduled for Council consideration on March 16, 2021, but due to the length and complexity of Council Agendas, the item was continued multiple times. Ultimately the discussion occurred on August 17, 2021 (RTC 21-715), and at the August 17, 2021, Council meeting the item was continued to a future meeting for additional input from the City Attorney.
On September 7, 2021 (RTC 21-530), staff brought forth for Council consideration a contract amendment with Bellecci and Associates, Inc. (Bellecci) to revise demolition plans and to include an evaluation of the Loyalton Property fence which was damaged in the Loyalton Wildfire. Demolition of the buildings on Loyalton had already been planned and the design was underway. However, during the 2020 Loyalton Wildfire the existing buildings and a majority of the exterior Loyalton Property fencing were destroyed, necessitating a revision to the plans. The revised scope includes development of specifications for public works bid, civil support during the bid process and construction / demolition activity, and project and construction management services for structure demolition.
As stated in the September 7, 2021, Report to Council, staff has delayed the request to proceed with the contract amendment to allow for Council discussion on the possible sale of the property:
The City Council is actively having discussions regarding the long-term plan for the Loyalton property, including possible consideration of a sale. Staff has delayed the e...
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