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Read. Follow. Verify.Approval to Repair Joe Lee Smith Community Center Pool
Record date · April 9, 2024
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What This Bill Does
The City Council is considering a resolution to bypass the standard competitive bidding process to expedite repairs for the Joe Lee Smith Community Center pool. The proposal includes a budget amendment of up to $115,000 and grants the City Manager authority to sign contracts for the project.
This resolution authorizes the city to spend up to $115,000 on pool repairs and allows the City Manager to bypass competitive bidding, which changes the standard procurement process for this specific project.
Who It Affects
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Joe Lee Smith Community Center patrons
The availability and condition of the community center pool will be determined by the outcome of these repairs.
City Manager
The City Manager is granted specific authority to execute contracts and approve purchase orders for this project.
Key Facts
- The resolution authorizes a maximum expenditure of $115,000 for pool repairs at the Joe Lee Smith Community Center.
- The competitive bidding process is waived for this specific repair project.
- The City Manager is granted authority to approve purchase orders and execute contracts related to the pool repair.
- The FY24 budget will be amended via BAF#24-076-T to accommodate the project costs.
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- The item was introduced by the Public Works Director.
- The file number for this legislative item is 24-179.
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Expedited Procurement
The city is utilizing a waiver of competitive bidding to accelerate facility maintenance, which is a common strategy for time-sensitive repairs.
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