Authorize emergency contract to demolish city building at 824 Macdonald Avenue for $100,000
In Plain English
The city owns a building at 824 Macdonald Avenue that requires immediate demolition. Emergency contracts skip the normal bidding process when public safety is at risk. If approved, Bay Hawk Inc. demolishes the building for $100,000.
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Votes
Approve the item and request all future contracts with Bay Hawk, Inc. receive more scrutiny
2 to 4
Why This Vote Matters
The council rejected a $100,000 emergency demolition contract for a city-owned building at 824 Macdonald Avenue in a divided 4-2 vote, with one abstention. Council members Willis and Johnson wanted to approve the demolition but add extra oversight for future contracts with Bay Hawk Inc., while Jimenez, Martinez, Bates, and Butt opposed the motion and McLaughlin abstained. This means the unsafe building remains standing for now, and the city must find another way to address the public safety risk. The rejection is notable because most council members typically approve contract items, with several voting "yes" on contracts over 95% of the time.
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