TITLE
Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications No. R-6851 for San Gabriel River Bike Trail Improvements, award project to and authorize City Manager to execute all documents necessary to enter into a contract with All American Asphalt, Incorporated, in an estimated amount of $529,090, plus a 10 percent contingency in the amount of $52,909 for a total contract amount of $581,999, and execute any necessary amendments thereto;
Authorize City Manager to execute an agreement, and any necessary amendments thereto, with the City of Seal Beach regarding the construction of improvements to the San Gabriel River Bike Trail by the City of Long Beach on behalf of the City of Seal Beach; and
Increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund (CP) in the Department of Public Works (PW) by $200,000. (Districts 3,5)
DISCUSSION
The lower portion of the San Gabriel River bike trail is one of the most heavily used bike trail systems in the area and a vital link to the coastal environment. Being a completely separated trail from vehicular traffic, this trail has become a popular recreational activity for families, especially on the weekends. Unfortunately, this trail is several decades old and is rapidly deteriorating. The bike trail from Carson Street, south to Pacific Coast Highway, was originally installed by the cities of Seal Beach and Long Beach under permits issued by the Los Angeles County Flood Control District. These permits obligate the cities of Seal Beach and Long Beach to maintain the segments of the bike trail lying within their respective city limits. Since the majority of the bike trail lies within the City of Long Beach, the City approached the City of Seal Beach to undertake a joint resurfacing project. The City of Seal Beach concurred and agreed to fund their proportionate share of the project estimated at $200,000, with the City of Long Beach serving as the lead agency to design, bid, award, and construct the needed improvements.
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