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Proposed Contract for Rialto Parks Master Plan

Original title: Request City Council to: (1) Award a Service Agreement to Michael Baker International in an Amount Not to Exceed $196,000 for the Preparation of the City of Rialto Parks Master Plan; and (2) Authorize the City Manager or Their Designee to Execute all Related Documents. (PRESENTATION) (ACTION)

Record date · May 12, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Rialto City Council is considering a $196,000 contract with Michael Baker International to develop a new Parks Master Plan for the city. If approved, the City Manager will be authorized to sign all necessary documents to finalize the agreement.

Why it matters

This action initiates the planning process for the future development and maintenance of city parks, committing $196,000 in municipal funds to a private consultant.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Michael Baker International

The firm stands to receive a contract worth up to $196,000 to perform planning services.

Directly affected

Rialto Residents

Residents are affected by the long-term planning and potential future changes to city park facilities.

Key Facts

The City Council is requested to award a service agreement to Michael Baker International.
The contract amount is capped at $196,000.
The purpose of the agreement is the preparation of the City of Rialto Parks Master Plan.
The City Manager or their designee is authorized to execute all related documents upon approval.

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The agenda item was introduced on May 5, 2026.
The file identifier for this request is 26-0315.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Parks Master Plan?

It is a strategic document that outlines the future development, improvement, and maintenance of a city's park system.

Who is Michael Baker International?

The document identifies them as the firm selected to prepare the Parks Master Plan for the City of Rialto.

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Parks Infrastructure Planning

The city is initiating a formal, consultant-led planning phase for its park system, suggesting a potential shift toward future capital improvements.

City of Rialto

Connected Entities

City of Rialto, Michael Baker International

locationCity of Rialto“The municipality commissioning the Parks Master Plan.”Map →

OrganizationMichael Baker International“The firm proposed to receive the service agreement for the Parks Master Plan.”Map →

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