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Approval of $7,419 for Utility Connections at New Housing Project

Original title: Change Order 4 to Purchase Order 22-1452, to Certified Roofing & Construction, in the amount of $7,419.00, to add Owner Funds for items needed to have water and power connected to the new home under the Alachua County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Program, for the Community Support Services Department.

Record date · August 9, 2022

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What This Bill Does

The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners is considering a $7,419 to an existing contract with Certified Roofing & Construction. This funding will cover the costs of connecting water and power to a new home built under the Community Development Block Grant () Housing Program.

Why it matters

This action authorizes the expenditure of $7,419 in owner funds to ensure a new residential property under the county's housing program has essential utility access.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Certified Roofing & Construction

The company will receive an additional $7,419.00 to complete utility connection work.

Directly affected

Community Support Services Department

The department is responsible for the administration of the CDBG housing project and the associated change order.

Key Facts

  • The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a $7,419.00 change order to Purchase Order 22-1452.
  • The funds are designated for connecting water and power to a new home.
  • The project is part of the Alachua County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Program.
  • The work is being performed by Certified Roofing & Construction.
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  • The request is managed by the Community Support Services Department.
  • The item is classified as a 'Consent Item' on the agenda.
  • The file was introduced on June 30, 2022.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this money being used for?
The funds are specifically for connecting water and power utilities to a new home built under the county's housing program.
Who is the contractor for this project?
Certified Roofing & Construction is the contractor listed on the purchase order.

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CDBG Funding Utilization

The document highlights the use of owner funds to supplement federal CDBG grant projects for utility infrastructure.

Connected Entities

Community Support Services Department, Certified Roofing & Construction, Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
OrganizationCommunity Support Services Department“The department overseeing the housing program.”Map →
OrganizationCertified Roofing & Construction“The contractor performing the work under the purchase order.”Map →
OrganizationAlachua County Board of County Commissioners“The governing body responsible for approving the change order.”Map →

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