Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the City Auditor to set up an auditor’s certificate in the amount of $75,000.00 for the purchase of fold-up sports bleachers for the Recreation and Parks Department. This purchases will be made through the City of Columbus Purchasing Office. All bids will be obtained and contract(s) awarded in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Columbus City Code, Chapter 329. This ordinance will set up all of the funding required to enter into contracts with the vendor(s) on an as-needed basis. Competitive bids will be solicited and opened by the Purchasing Office, obtained through any current universal term contract, or state term contract as authorized by ordinance number 582-87. This sports bleachers purchase is expected to be made as soon as possible as a result of this ordinance. The funding is being provided by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) program, in conjunction with the CARES Act, and in accordance with the 2020 Amended Annual Action Plan.
Emergency Justification: Emergency action is being requested in order to have this equipment delivered and available for the upcoming summer 2021 season. This ordinance is establishing the funding required for the equipment being purchased. Equipment will be ordered immediately upon the approval of this ordinance and resulting purchase orders.
Benefits to the Public: The bleachers will be used for recreation and sports programming in athletic complexes, helping to ensure the facilities are safe, updated, and user friendly. The bleachers will provide an increase in available seating at sports programming allowing for social distancing to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
Community Input Issues: The community has expressed the desire for well-kept and updated facilities through public workshops, social media, and direct contact with City staff. In particular, the community has frequently requested additional seating in our athletic complexes.
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