AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2021-50R, approving the award of a construction contract to Austin Filter Systems, Inc. for the Rio Vista Falls Maintenance Project in the estimated amount of $966,730.00; authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the contract on behalf of the City; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: March 2, 2021
Department: Engineering and Capital Improvements - Laurie Moyer, Director (by Lynda Williams, Purchasing Manager)
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Account Number: C743
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Account Name: Rio Vista Falls Repair
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Background Information:
Rio Vista Falls was constructed in 2006 and since that time has received limited maintenance, despite resisting consistent strong currents and several floods. In several locations underwater voids or undercuts have formed along the instream structures which require repair. The proposed repairs include additional foundation anchoring and erosion protection armoring to create a more robust system.
Often, riverine improvements require adaptive management practices to address issues as they develop. In order to perform the required mainte...
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