Explanation
Background: This ordinance is to authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to modify the contract with Snider Recreation for the 2020 CDBG Playground Improvements Phase 1 project. The modification amount being authorized is $250,000.00, making a new aggregate total of $757,000.00 for this project. The funding for this contract and modification is being provided by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) in accordance with the 2020 Annual Action Plan as approved by Council.
The original 2020 CDBG Playground Improvements Phase 1 contract was authorized by Ordinance 1328-2020. This modification includes additional rubberized safety surfacing and base for the five playgrounds that are a part of the project. These locations include Easthaven, Mayme Moore, Cooper, Riverside Green and Indianola & 8th Parks. The identification of additional CDBG funding for this project will allow for the creation of more universally accessible playgrounds for residents of all ages at these locations.
Principal Parties:
Snider Recreation Inc
10139 Royalton Road, Suite K, North Royalton, Ohio 44133
James Snider (440) 877-9151 x213
Contract Compliance Number, Tax ID: 012229, 46-5631661
September 24, 2021
Emergency Justification: Emergency action is requested to allow for the maximum amount of time during the 2020 construction season for weather sensitive items such as rubberized safety surface installation.
Benefits to the Public: Safe and accessible playgrounds are one of the core charges of the Recreation and Parks Department. The Department monitors the life span of play spaces routinely to make sure that safe, quality equipment is provided to the public.
Area(s) Affected: Northland (35), Northeast (41), University District (44), Near East (56), Mid-East (57)
Master Plan Relation: This project supports the Recreation and Parks Departmen...
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