Award construction contract for Phase 2 of Central Richmond Greenway trail

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In Plain English

The city plans to hire Grade Tech, Inc. to build the next section of the Central Richmond Greenway, a bike and walking trail through central Richmond. Phase 2 continues construction of this multi-use path that connects neighborhoods and provides car-free transportation. The contract amount was not disclosed in available documents.

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Votes

Award the construction contract for Phase II of the Central Richmond Greenway Bicycle/Pedestrian Trail to Grade Tech, Inc. for a cost of $859,220.60 (which includes Alternate 1[aggregate base]) with a City-administered contingency and reserve not to exceed $125,000 with an amendment to include an eight foot fence

Passed

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Why This Vote Matters

The council unanimously approved a $859,220 contract with Grade Tech, Inc. to build Phase II of the Central Richmond Greenway bike and walking trail. The project will continue construction of the multi-use path that connects neighborhoods and provides car-free transportation options through central Richmond. The contract includes an additional $125,000 contingency fund and requirements for an eight-foot fence along the trail. This represents a routine infrastructure project that received broad council support consistent with members' typical voting patterns on construction contracts.

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Other motions

Award the contract for Phase II of the Central Richmond Greenway Bicycle/Pedestrian Trail to Grade Tech, Inc. for a cost of $859,220.60 (which includes Alternate 1[aggregate base]) with a City-administered contingency and reserve not to exceed $125,000 to be paid partially from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) Grant Funds with an amendment to include an eight foot fence

Passed

Community Discussion

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