R-03-02-27-9H2 - 2/27/2003Mayor
Nyle Maxwell
Mayor Pro-tem
Tom Nielson
Council Members
Alan McGraw
Carrie Pitt
Scot Knight
Isabel Gallahan
Gary Coe
City Manager
Jim Nuse
City Attorney
Stephan L Sheets
ROUND ROCK, TEXAS
PURPOSE. PASSION. PROSPERITY.
March 11, 2003
Mr. Brunner Grau
Project Manager
Freese and Nichols, Inc.
10814 Jollyville Rd., Bldg. 4, Suite 100
Austin, TX 78759
Dear Mr. Grau:
The Round Rock City Council approved Resolution No. R- 03- 02 -27-
9H2 at their regularly scheduled meeting on February 27, 2003. This
resolution approves the agreement for Engineering Services for
preliminary schematic design services for improvements to Ledbetter
Street.
Enclosed is a copy of the resolutions and original agreement for your
files. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Tom
Word at 218 -5562.
Christine R. Martinez
City Secretary
Enclosure
CITY OF ROUND ROCK Administrative Dept . 221 East Main Street • Round Rock, Texas 78664
Phone 512.218 5400 • Fax 512 218 7097 • www ci round - rock.tx us
RESOLUTION NO. R- 03- 02- 27 -9H2
WHEREAS, the City of Round Rock desires to retain engineering
services for preliminary schematic design services for improvements to
Ledbetter Street, and
WHEREAS, Freese and Nichols, Inc. has submitted an Agreement for
Engineering Services to provide said services, and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to enter into said agreement
with Freese and Nichols, Inc., Now Therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXAS,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute on
behalf of the City an Agreement for Engineering Services with Freese and
Nichols, Inc. for preliminary schematic design services for improvements
to Ledbetter Street, a copy of said agreement being attached hereto as
Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein for all purposes.
The City Council hereby finds and declares that written notice of the
date, hour, place and subject of the meeting at which this Resolution was
adopted was posted and that such meeting was open to the public as required
by law at all times during which this Resolution and the subject matter
hereof were discussed, considered and formally acted upon, all as required
by the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as ded.
RESOLVED this 27th day of February, "003
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THE STATE OF TEXAS
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CITY OF ROUND ROCK AGREEMENT
FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES WITH
FREESE AND NICHOLS, INC.,
FOR LEDBETTER STREET IMPROVEMENTS
THIS AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES ( "Agreement ") is made and entered
into on this the 27` day of the month of February , 2003, by and between the CITY OF ROUND
ROCK, a Texas home -rule municipal corporation, whose offices are located at 221 East Main Street,
Round Rock, Texas 78664 -5299, (hereinafter referred to as "City "), and Freese and Nichols, Inc..
whose principal place of business is located at 10814 Jollyville Road, Building 4, Suite 100, Austin,
Texas, 78759 (hereinafter called "Engineer "), and such Agreement is for the purpose of contracting for
professional engineering services.
NOW, THEREFORE, WITNESSETH:
RECITALS
Contract No.
WHEREAS, V.T.C.A., Govemment Code §2254.002(2)(A)(vii) under Subchapter A entitled
"Professional Services Procurement Act" provides for the procurement by municipalities of services of
professional engineers; and
WHEREAS, City and Engineer desire to contract for such professional engineering services; and
WHEREAS, City and Engineer wish to document their agreement concerning the requirements
and respective obligations of the parties;
That for and in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and other good and
valuable considerations, and the covenants and agreements hereinafter contained to be kept and
performed by the respective parties hereto, it is agreed as follows:
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
The Contract Documents consist of this Agreement and any exhibits attached hereto (which
exhibits are hereby incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement) and all Supplemental
Agreements (as defined herein in Article 13) which are subsequently issued. These form the entire
contract, and all are as fully a part of this Agreement as if attached to this Agreement or repeated herein.
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EXHIBIT
ARTICLE 1
SCOPE OF SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY CITY
City shall perform or provide services as identified in Exhibit A entitled "Services to be
Performed by City."
ARTICLE 2
SCOPE OF SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY ENGINEER
Engineer shall perform engineering services as identified in Exhibit B entitled "Services to be
Performed by Engineer."
Engineer shall develop a mutually acceptable schedule of work as identified in Exhibit C entitled
"Work Schedule." Such Work Schedule shall contain a complete schedule so that the Engineer's Scope
of Services under this Agreement may be accomplished within the specified time and at the specified
cost. The Work Schedule shall provide specific work sequences and definite review times by City and
Engineer of all work performed. Should the review times take longer than shown on the Work Schedule,
through no fault of Engineer, additional time may be authorized by City through a written Supplemental
Agreement only if same is requested by a timely written request from Engineer which is approved by
City.
ARTICLE 3
CONTRACT TERM
(1) Term. This Agreement shall be from the date hereof and shall terminate at the close of
business on the 30 day of the month of September, 2004 unless extended by written Supplemental
Agreement executed by Engineer and City prior to the date of termination, or as otherwise terminated as
provided in Article 20 entitled "Termination." Any work performed or costs incurred after the date of
termination shall not be eligible for reimbursement.
Engineer shall notify City in writing as soon as possible if he /she /it determines, or reasonably
anticipates, that the work under this Agreement will not be completed before the termination date. In
that event City may, at its sole discretion, extend the contract term by timely written Supplemental
Agreement. Engineer shall allow adequate time for review and approval of his/her /its request for time
extension by City prior to expiration of this Agreement.
(2) Work Schedule. Engineer acknowledges that the Work Schedule is of critical importance,
and agrees to undertake all necessary efforts to expedite the performance of services required herein so
that construction of the project will be commenced and completed as scheduled. In this regard, Engineer
shall proceed with sufficient qualified personnel and consultants necessary to fully and timely
accomplish all services required under this Agreement in the highest professional manner.
(3) Notice to Proceed. After execution of this Agreement, Engineer shall not proceed with work
delineated in Article 2 entitled "Scope of Services to be Performed by Engineer" and in Exhibit B
entitled "Services to be Performed by Engineer" until authorized in writing by City to proceed as
provided in Article 7 entitled "Notice to Proceed."
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ARTICLE 4
COMPENSATION
City shall pay and Engineer agrees to accept the amount shown below as full compensation for
all engineering services performed and to be performed under this Agreement.
The amount payable under this Agreement, without modification of the Agreement as provided
herein, is the sum of Ninety -five Thousand, eight hundred eighty -six dollars and thirteen cents
($95, 886.13) as shown in Exhibit D entitled "Fee Schedule." The lump sum amount payable may be
revised only by written Supplemental Agreement in the event of a change in scope, additional
complexity from that originally anticipated, or change in character of work as authorized by City.
Engineer shall prepare and submit to City monthly progress reports in sufficient detail to support
the progress of the work and to support invoices requesting monthly payment. Any preferred format of
City for such monthly progress reports shall be identified in Exhibit B entitled "Services to be
Performed by Engineer." Satisfactory progress of work shall be maintained as an absolute condition of
payment.
The fee herein referenced may be adjusted for additional work requested and performed only if
approved by written Supplemental Agreement.
ARTICLE 5
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Payments to Engineer for services rendered shall be made while work is in progress. Engineer
shall prepare and submit to City, not more frequently than once per month, a progress report as
referenced in Article 4 above. Such progress report shall state the percentage of completion of work
accomplished during that billing period and to date. Simultaneous with submission of such progress
report, Engineer shall prepare and submit one (1) original and one (1) copy of a certified invoice in a
form acceptable to City. This submittal shall also include a progress assessment report in a form
acceptable to City.
Progress payments shall be made in proportion to the percentage of completion of work tasks
identified in Exhibit D entitled "Fee Schedule." Progress payments shall be made by City based upon
work actually provided and performed. Upon timely receipt and approval of each statement, City shall
make a good faith effort to pay the amount which, notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, is
due and payable within thirty (30) days. City reserves the right to withhold payment pending verification
of satisfactory work performed. Engineer has the responsibility to submit proof to City, adequate and
sufficient in its determination, that tasks were completed.
The certified statements shall show the total amount earned to the date of submission and shall
show the amount due and payable as of the date of the current statement. Final payment does not relieve
Engineer of the responsibility of correcting any errors and/or omissions resulting from his/her /its
negligence.
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ARTICLE 6
PROMPT PAYMENT POLICY
In accordance with Chapter 2251, V.T.C.A., Texas Government Code, payment to Engineer
will be made within thirty (30) days of the day on which City receives the supplies, materials,
equipment, or within thirty (30) days of the day on which the performance of services was complete, or
within thirty (30) days of the day on which City receives a correct invoice for the supplies, materials,
equipment, or services, whichever is later. Engineer may charge a late fee (fee shall not be greater than
that which is permitted by Texas law) for payments not made in accordance with this prompt payment
policy; however, this policy does not apply to payments made by City in the event:
A. There is a bona fide dispute between City and Engineer concerning the supplies,
materials, or equipment delivered or the services performed that causes the payment to be
late; or
B. The terms of a federal contract, grant, regulation, or statute prevent City from making a
timely payment with federal funds; or
C. There is a bona fide dispute between Engineer and a subcontractor or between a
subcontractor and its supplier concerning supplies, materials, or equipment delivered or
the services performed which causes the payment to be late; or
D. The invoice is not mailed to City in strict accordance with instructions, if any, on the
purchase order, or this Agreement or other such contractual agreement.
City shall document to Engineer the issues related to disputed invoices within ten (10) calendar
days of receipt of such invoice. Any non - disputed invoices shall be considered correct and payable per
the terms of Chapter 2251, V.T.C.A., Texas Government Code.
ARTICLE 7
NOTICE TO PROCEED
City shall issue a written authorization to proceed with work identified in the Scope of
Services. City shall not be responsible for actions by Engineer or any costs incurred by Engineer
relating to additional work not included in Exhibit B entitled "Services to be Performed by Engineer."
ARTICLE 8
PROJECT TEAM
City's Designated Representative for purposes of this Agreement is as follows:
Bill Stablein
Transp Engr Assoc /Construction Coordinator
2008 Enterprise Drive
Round Rock, Texas
(512) 218 -5562
(512) 218 -3242
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[Name]
[Title]
[Address]
[City, State, Zip]
[Telephone Number]
[Facsimile Number]
City's Designated Representative shall be authorized to act on City's behalf with respect to this
project. City or City's Designated Representative shall render decisions in a timely manner pertaining
to documents submitted by Engineer in order to avoid unreasonable delay in the orderly and sequential
progress of Engineer's services.
Engineer's Designated Representative for purposes of this Agreement is as follows:
Brunner Grau [Name]
Project Manager [Title]
10814 Jollyville Rd, Bldg 4, Suite 100 [Address]
Austin, Texas 78759 [City, State, Zip]
(512) 451 -7955 [Telephone Number]
(512) 451 -7956 [Facsimile Number]
ARTICLE 9
PROGRESS EVALUATION
Engineer shall, from time to time during the progress of the work, confer with City at City's
election. Engineer shall prepare and present such information as may be pertinent and necessary, or as
may be requested by City, in order for City to evaluate features of the work. At the request of City or
Engineer, conferences shall be provided at Engineer's office, the offices of City, or at other locations
designated by City. When requested by City, such conferences shall also include evaluation of
Engineer's services and work.
Should City determine that the progress in production of work does not satisfy the Work
Schedule, then City shall review the Work Schedule with Engineer to determine corrective action
required.
Engineer shall promptly advise City in writing of events which have or may have a significant
impact upon the progress of the work, including but not limited to the following:
(1) Problems, delays, adverse conditions which may materially affect the ability to attain
program objectives, prevent the meeting of time schedules and goals, or preclude the
attainment of project work units by established time periods; and such disclosure shall be
accompanied by statement of actions taken or contemplated, and City assistance needed to
resolve the situation, if any; and
(2) Favorable developments or events which enable meeting the work schedule goals sooner
than anticipated.
ARTICLE 10
SUSPENSION
Should City desire to suspend the work, but not to terminate this Agreement, then such
suspension may be effected by City giving Engineer thirty (30) calendar days' verbal notification
followed by written confirmation to that effect. Such thirty-day notice may be waived in writing by
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agreement and signature of both parties. The work may be reinstated and resumed in full force and
effect within sixty (60) days of receipt of written notice from City to resume the work. Such sixty -day
notice may be waived in writing by agreement and signature of both parties.
If City suspends the work, the contract period as determined in Article 3 is not affected and this
Agreement will terminate on the date specified unless this Agreement is amended indicating otherwise.
City assumes no liability for work performed or costs incurred prior to the date authorized by
City for Engineer to begin work, and/or during periods when work is suspended, and/or subsequent to
the contract completion date.
ARTICLE 11
ADDITIONAL WORK
If Engineer forms a reasonable opinion that any work he /she /it has been directed to perform is
beyond the scope of this Agreement and as such constitutes extra work, he /she/it shall promptly notify
City in writing. In the event City finds that such work does constitute extra work and exceeds the
maximum amount payable, City shall so advise Engineer and a written Supplemental Agreement will
be executed between the parties as provided in Article 13 entitled "Supplemental Agreements."
Engineer shall not perform any proposed additional work nor incur any additional costs prior to the
execution, by both parties, of a written Supplemental Agreement. City shall not be responsible for
actions by Engineer nor for any costs incurred by Engineer relating to additional work not directly
associated with the performance of the work authorized in this Agreement or any amendments thereto.
ARTICLE 12
CHANGES IN WORK
If City deems it necessary to request changes to previously satisfactorily completed work or
parts thereof which involve changes to the original scope of services or character of work under this
Agreement, then Engineer shall make such revisions as requested and as directed by City. Such
revisions shall be considered as additional work and paid for as specified under Article 11 entitled
"Additional Work."
Engineer shall make revisions to work authorized hereunder as are necessary to correct errors
appearing therein, when required to do so by City. No additional compensation shall be due for such
work.
ARTICLE 13
SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS
The terms of this Agreement may be modified by written Supplemental Agreement if City
determines that there has been a significant change in (1) the scope, complexity or character of the
service to be performed, or (2) the duration of the work. Any such Supplemental Agreement must be
duly authorized by City Council Resolution. Where such City Council authorization is required,
Engineer shall not proceed until the appropriate Resolution has been adopted. Additional
compensation, if appropriate, shall be identified as provided in Article 4 entitled "Compensation."
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Both parties must execute any written Supplemental Agreement within the contract period
specified in Article 3 entitled "Contract Term."
It is understood and agreed by and between both parties that Engineer shall make no claim for
extra work done or materials furnished until City grants full execution of the written Supplemental
Agreement and authorization to proceed. City reserves the right to withhold payment pending
verification of satisfactory work performed.
ARTICLE 14
OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
All data, basic sketches, charts, calculations, plans, specifications, and other documents created
or collected under the terms of this Agreement are the exclusive property of City and shall be furnished
to City upon request. All documents prepared by Engineer and all documents furnished to Engineer by
City shall be delivered to City upon completion or termination of this Agreement. Engineer, at
his/her /its own expense, may retain copies of such documents or any other data which he /she/it has
furnished City under this Agreement. Any release of information shall be in conformance with
requirements of the Texas Open Records Act.
ARTICLE 15
PERSONNEL, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL
Engineer shall furnish and maintain, at his/her /its own expense, quarters for the performance of
all services, and adequate and sufficient personnel and equipment to perform the services as required.
All employees of Engineer shall have such knowledge and experience as will enable them to perform
the duties assigned to them. Any employee of Engineer who, in the opinion of City, is incompetent or
whose conduct becomes detrimental to the work shall immediately be removed from association with
the project when so instructed by City. Engineer certifies that he/she/it presently has adequate qualified
personnel in his/her /its employment for performance of the services required under this Agreement, or
will obtain such personnel from sources other than City. Engineer may not change the Project Manager
without prior written consent of City.
ARTICLE 16
SUBCONTRACTING
Engineer shall not assign, subcontract or transfer any portion of the work under this Agreement
without prior written approval from City. All subcontracts shall include the provisions required in this
Agreement and shall be approved as to form, in writing, by City prior to work being performed under
the subcontract. No subcontract shall relieve Engineer of any responsibilities under this Agreement.
ARTICLE 17
EVALUATION OF WORK
City, or any authorized representatives of it, shall have the right at all reasonable times to review
or otherwise evaluate the work performed or being performed hereunder and the premises on which it is
being performed. If any review or evaluation is made on the premises of Engineer or a subcontractor,
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then Engineer shall provide and require its subcontractors to provide all reasonable facilities and
assistance for the safety and convenience of City or other representatives in the performance of their
duties.
ARTICLE 18
SUBMISSION OF REPORTS
All applicable study reports shall be submitted in preliminary form for approval by City before
any final report is issued. City's comments on Engineer's preliminary reports shall be addressed in any
final report.
ARTICLE 19
VIOLATION OF CONTRACT TERMS/BREACH OF CONTRACT
Violation of contract terms or breach of contract by Engineer shall be grounds for termination of
this Agreement, and any increased costs arising from Engineer's default, breach of contract, or violation
of contract terms shall be paid by Engineer.
ARTICLE 20
TERMINATION
This Agreement may be terminated before the stated termination date by any of the following
conditions.
(1) By mutual agreement and consent, in writing, of both parties.
(2) By City, by notice in writing to Engineer, as a consequence of failure by Engineer to
perform the services set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.
(3) By either party, upon the failure of the other party to fulfill its obligations as set forth
herein.
(4) By City, for reasons of its own and not subject to the mutual consent of Engineer, upon
not less than thirty (30) days' written notice to Engineer.
(5) By satisfactory completion of all services and obligations described herein.
Should City terminate this Agreement as herein provided, no fees other than fees due and
payable at the time of termination shall thereafter be paid to Engineer. In determining the value of the
work performed by Engineer prior to termination, City shall be the sole judge. Compensation for work
at termination will be based on a percentage of the work completed at that time. Should City terminate
this Agreement under Subsection (4) immediately above, then the amount charged during the thirty (30)
day notice period shall not exceed the amount charged during the preceding thirty (30) days.
If Engineer defaults in the performance of this Agreement or if City terminates this Agreement
for fault on the part of Engineer, then City shall give consideration to the actual costs incurred by
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Engineer in performing the work to the date of default, the amount of work required which was
satisfactorily completed to date of default, the value of the work which is usable to City, the cost to City
of employing another firm to complete the work required and the time required to do so, and other
factors which affect the value to City of the work performed at the time of default.
The termination of this Agreement and payment of an amount in settlement as prescribed above
shall extinguish all rights, duties, and obligations of City and Engineer under this Agreement, except
the obligations set forth herein in Article 21 entitled "Compliance with Laws." If the termination of this
Agreement is due to the failure of Engineer to fulfill his/her /its contractual obligations, then City may
take over the project and prosecute the work to completion. In such case, Engineer shall be liable to
City for any additional costs incurred by City.
Engineer shall be responsible for the settlement of all contractual and administrative issues
arising out of any procurements made by Engineer in support of the scope of services under this
Agreement.
ARTICLE 21
COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
(1) Compliance. Engineer shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws,
statutes, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations, and the orders and decrees of any court, or
administrative bodies or tribunals in any manner affecting the performance of this Agreement,
including without limitation, minimum/maximum salary and wage statutes and regulations, and
licensing laws and regulations. Engineer shall furnish City with satisfactory proof of his/her /its
compliance.
Engineer shall further obtain all permits and licenses required in the performance of the
professional services contracted for herein.
(2) Taxes. Engineer will pay all taxes, if any, required by law arising by virtue of the services
performed hereunder. City is qualified for exemption pursuant to the provisions of Section 151.309 of
the Texas Limited Sales, Excise, and Use Tax Act.
ARTICLE 22
INDEMNIFICATION
Engineer shall save and hold harmless City and its officers and employees from all claims and
liabilities due to activities of his/her /itself and his/her /its agents or employees, performed under this
Agreement, which are caused by or which result from error, omission, or negligent act of Engineer or of
any person employed by Engineer or under Engineer's direction or control.
Engineer shall also save and hold City harmless from any and all expenses, including but not
limited to attorneys fees which may be incurred by City in litigation or otherwise defending claims or
liabilities which may be imposed on City as a result of such activities by Engineer, its agents, or
employees.
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ARTICLE 23
ENGINEER'S RESPONSIBILITIES
Engineer shall be responsible for the accuracy of his/her /its work and shall promptly make
necessary revisions or con resulting from errors, omissions, or negligent acts, and same shall be
done without compensation. City shall determine Engineer's responsibilities for all questions arising
from design errors and/or omissions. Engineer shall not be relieved of responsibility for subsequent
correction of any such errors or omissions or for clarification of any ambiguities until after the
construction phase of the project has been completed.
ARTICLE 24
ENGINEER'S SEAL
The responsible engineer shall sign, seal and date all appropriate engineering submissions to
City in accordance with the Texas Engineering Practice Act and the rules of the State Board of
Registration for Professional Engineers.
ARTICLE 25
NON - COLLUSION, FINANCIAL INTEREST PROHIBITED
(1) Non - collusion. Engineer warrants that he/she /it has not employed or retained any company
or persons, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Engineer, to solicit or secure this
Agreement, and that he /she/it has not paid or agreed to pay any company or engineer any fee,
commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gifts, or any other consideration, contingent upon or resulting
from the award or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, City reserves and
shall have the right to annul this Agreement without liability or, in its discretion and at its sole election,
to deduct from the contract price or compensation, or to otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee,
commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or contingent fee.
(2) Financial Interest Prohibited. Engineer covenants and represents that Engineer,
his/her /its officers, employees, agents, consultants and subcontractors will have no financial interest,
direct or indirect, in the purchase or sale of any product, materials or equipment that will be
recommended or required for the construction of the project.
ARTICLE 26
INSURANCE
(1) Insurance. Engineer, at Engineer's sole cost, shall purchase and maintain during the entire
term while this Agreement is in effect professional liability insurance coverage in the minimum amount
of One Million Dollars from a company authorized to do insurance business in Texas and otherwise
acceptable to City.
(2) Subconsultant Insurance. Without limiting any of the other obligations or liabilities of
Engineer, Engineer shall require each subconsultant performing work under this Agreement to maintain
during the term of this Agreement, at the subconsultant's own expense, the same stipulated minimum
insurance required in Article 26, Section (1) above, including the required provisions and additional
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policy conditions as shown below in Article 26, Section (3).
Engineer shall obtain and monitor the certificates of insurance from each subconsultant in order
to assure compliance with the insurance requirements. Engineer must retain the certificates of insurance
for the duration of this Agreement, and shall have the responsibility of enforcing these insurance
requirements among its subconsultants. City shall be entitled, upon request and without expense, to
receive copies of these certificates of insurance.
(3) Insurance Policy Endorsements. Each insurance policy shall include the following
conditions by endorsement to the policy:
1. Each policy shall require that thirty (30) days prior to the expiration, cancellation, non -
renewal or any material change in coverage, a notice thereof shall be given to City by
certified mail to:
City Manager, City of Round Rock
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, Texas 78664
Engineer shall also notify City, within 24 hours of receipt, of any notices of expiration,
cancellation, non - renewal, or material change in coverage it receives from its insurer.
2. Companies issuing the insurance policies shall have no recourse against City for payment
of any premiums or assessments for any deductibles which all are at the sole
responsibility and risk of Engineer.
3. The Tenn "City" or "City of Round Rock" shall include all authorities, Boards,
Commissions, Departments, and officers of City and the individual members, employees
and agents thereof in their official capacities, and/or while acting on behalf of the City of
Round Rock.
4. The policy clause "Other Insurance" shall not apply to any insurance coverage currently
held by City, to any such future coverage, or to City's Self- Insured Retentions of
whatever nature.
5. Engineer and City mutually waive subrogation rights each may have against the other for
loss or damage, to the extent same is covered by the proceeds of insurance.
(4) Cost of Insurance. The cost of all insurance required herein to be secured and maintained by
Engineer shall be home solely by Engineer, with certificates of insurance evidencing such minimum
coverage in force to be filed with the City. Such Certificates of Insurance are evidenced as Exhibit
" " herein entitled "Certificates."
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ARTICLE 27
COPYRIGHTS
City shall have the royalty -free, nonexclusive and irrevocable right to reproduce, publish or
otherwise use, and to authorize others to use, any reports developed by Engineer for govemmental
purposes.
ARTICLE 28
SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto, their
successors, lawful assigns, and legal representatives. Engineer may not assign, sublet or transfer any
interest in this Agreement, in whole or in part, by operation of law or otherwise, without obtaining the
prior written consent of City.
ARTICLE 29
SEVERABILITY
In the event any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall for any reason
be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, then such invalidity, illegality or
unenforceability shall not affect any other provision thereof and this Agreement shall be construed as if
such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein.
ARTICLE 30
PRIOR AGREEMENTS SUPERSEDED
This Agreement constitutes the sole agreement of the parties hereto, and supersedes any prior
understandings or written or oral contracts between the parties respecting the subject matter defined
herein. This Agreement may only be amended or supplemented by mutual agreement of the parties
hereto in writing.
ARTICLE 31
ENGINEER'S ACCOUNTING RECORDS
Records pertaining to the project, and records of accounts between City and Engineer, shall be
kept on a generally recognized accounting basis and shall be available to City or its authorized
representatives at mutually convenient times. The City reserves the right to review all records it deems
relevant which are related to this Agreement.
ARTICLE 32
NOTICES
All notices to either party by the other required under this Agreement shall be personally
delivered or mailed to such party at the following respective addresses:
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City:
City of Round Rock
Attention: City Manager
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
and to:
Stephan L. Sheets
City Attorney
309 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
Engineer:
ATTN: Brunner Grau
Freese and Nichols, Inc.
10814 Jollvville Rd, Bldg 4, Suite 100
Austin, Texas 78759
ARTICLE 33
GENERAL PROVISIONS
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Engineer's Contract - revised I0- 2002/specs master
(1) Time is of the Essence. Engineer understands and agrees that time is of the essence and that
any failure of Engineer to complete the services for each phase of this Agreement within the agreed
Work Schedule may constitute a material breach of this Agreement. Engineer shall be fully responsible
for his/her /its delays or for failures to use his/her /its best efforts in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement. Where damage is caused to City due to Engineer's failure to perform in these
circumstances, City may withhold, to the extent of such damage, Engineer's payments hereunder
without waiver of any of City's additional legal rights or remedies.
(2) Force Majeure. Neither City nor Engineer shall be deemed in violation of this Agreement if
prevented from performing any of their obligations hereunder by reasons for which they are not
responsible or circumstances beyond their control. However, notice of such impediment or delay in
performance must be timely given, and all reasonable efforts undertaken to mitigate its effects.
(3) Enforcement and Venue. This Agreement shall be enforceable in Round Rock, Williamson
County, Texas, and if legal action is necessary by either party with respect to the enforcement of any or
all of the terms or conditions herein, exclusive venue for same shall lie in Williamson County, Texas.
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws and court decisions of
the State of Texas.
The undersigned signatory for Engineer hereby represents and warrants that the signatory is an
officer of the organization for which he/she has executed this Agreement and that he /she has full and
complete authority to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the firm. The above - stated representations
and warranties are made for the purpose of inducing City to enter into this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City of Round Rock has caused this Agreement to be signed in
its corporate name by its Mayor, duly authorized to execute the same on its behalf by Resolution No.
, approved by the City Council on the27' day of the month of February
2003, and Engineer, Freese and Nichols, Inc., signing by and through his/her /its duly authorized
representative(s), thereby binding the parties hereto, their successors, assigns and representatives for the
faithful and full performance of the terms and provisions hereof.
CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXAS:
By:
Mayor
ATTEST:
By:
City Secretary
ENGINEER:
By:
Si f/ re of Principal,
P ted Name: , n i XitV
ATTEST:
Corporate Secretary
ARTICLE 34
SIGNATORY WARRANTY
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LIST OF EXHIBITS ATTACHED
(1) Exhibit A "Services to be Performed by City"
(2) Exhibit B "Services to be Performed by Engineer"
(3) Exhibit C "Work Schedule"
(4) Exhibit D "Fee Schedule"
(5) Exhibit E "Work Authorizations"
(6) Exhibit F "Certificates of Insurance"
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EXHIBIT A
SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF ROUND ROCK
1. Designate in writing a person to act as the City's representative with respect to the services to be
rendered under this Agreement. Such person will have contract authority to transmit instructions,
receive information, interpret, and define the City's policies and decisions with respect to Freese
and Nichols' services for the Project.
2. Provide all criteria and full information as to the City's requirements for the Project, including
design objectives and constraints, performance requirements, and any budgetary limitations; and
furnish copies of all design and construction standards which the City will require to be included in
the plans and specifications.
3. Assist Freese and Nichols, Inc., by providing all available information pertinent to the Project
including previous reports, record drawings, utility information, geotechnical investigations,
pavement structure design and any other data relative to the Project.
4. Arrange for access to and make all provisions for Freese and Nichols, Inc., to enter upon public and
private property as required for Freese and Nichols, Inc., and its designated representatives to
perform services under this Agreement.
5. Examine all studies, reports, sketches, drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documents
presented by Freese and Nichols, Inc. Obtain advice of an attorney, insurance counselor, and other
consultants as the City deems appropriate for such examination and render in writing decisions
pertaining thereto within a reasonable time so as not to delay the services of Freese and Nichols,
Inc.
6. Provide such accounting, independent cost estimating and insurance counseling services as may be
required for the Project, such legal services as the City may require or Freese and Nichols, Inc., may
reasonably request with regard to legal issues pertaining to the Project.
7. The City will perform all notification of public meetings.
8. The City will provide information for the preparation of `Record Drawings" for Freese and Nichols,
Inc., to produce.
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EXHIBIT B
SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE ENGINEER
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will render the following professional services in connection with the
development of the project:
Preliminary Design Phase Services
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will prepare a Design Criteria Report containing the following information:
1. A summary of the design parameters proposed for the project.
2. Schematic drawings showing the proposed horizontal and vertical alignments.
3. Preliminary drainage design information.
4. Preliminary property survey information.
5. Existing utility lines along the project alignment.
6. Environmental criteria and identification of permitting requirements.
7. Preliminary project schedule which will include milestone and delivery dates for plan reviews and
final plans.
8. An opinion of the probable construction cost.
Final Design Phase Services
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will prepare final design drawings and contract documents which will include
standard and special project notes, standard and special details, erosion and sedimentation control,
grading, paving, and drainage improvements. We will also develop the project manual containing the
City's standard contract documents with City of Austin Standard Technical Specifications, and any
special provisions and/or special specifications required.
Hydrology and Hydraulics
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will use the City's criteria in designing the drainage improvements for the
project. Overland flow will be maintained with the design improvements.
Specific task will include:
Public Meetings
Freese and Nichols, Inc. will assist the City with three (3) public meetings. We suggest that they be
held at the following times:
1. Initial meeting — prior to start of surveying.
2. Progress meeting — near the conclusion of final design, and
3. Construction meeting — to be held just prior to the start of construction to provide the schedule for
construction, to answer questions, and to provide contact information for future questions and/or
information.
For these meetings, Freese and Nichols, Inc., will provide:
1. Information for notification of meetings.
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2. Attendance and participation in meetings.
3. Graphics and presentation materials.
4. Suggestion/comment sheet for meeting attendees.
Throughout Freese and Nichols' involvement in the project, FNI will:
1. Attend regular design coordination meetings.
2. Submit progress reports to the Owner on a weekly basis.
3. Update the opinion of probable construction costs, as well as the project schedule, at the 10 %, 60 %,
90% milestone dates. (10% = completion of Preliminary Design Phase Services. 60% = horizontal
and vertical alignment plotted on drawings, incorporation of environmental information into the
design, drainage design, standard general notes, standard details, identification of permitting
requirements. 90% = incorporation of review comments from 60% review, drainage calculations,
special notes, special details, application documents for permits, standard and special specifications,
quantities.)
4. Perform constructability review of 90% drawings.
5. Perform quality assurance/quality control at the 10% and 90% design completion milestones.
Bid Phase Services
During the Bid Phase of the project, FNI will:
1. Assist with the issuance of bidding documents.
2. Assist and attend the pre -bid conference.
3. Prepare and assist in issuance of addenda.
4. Attend bid opening.
5. Prepare recommendation of most responsive bidder.
6. Assist and attend pre - construction conference.
Subconsultant Services
Environmental Studies
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will utilize the services of Hill Country Environmental, Inc. (HCE) to identify
flora and fauna and other environmental features in the area affected by the project and prepare an
Environmental Assessment Report. HCE will also identify and coordinate all permits associated with
the improvements.
Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
We will utilize the services of Surveying and Mapping, Inc. (SAM) to accurately determine the type,
size, and location of existing underground utility lines along and crossing the project site. SAM will
provide levels D and C SUE service.
Survey
We will also utilize the services of SAM to provide a topographic survey for the project design and to
set two (2) points for horizontal and vertical control for construction. They will also perform surveys
and research necessary for their preparation of the final plat for the area.
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Right -of -Way
Freese and Nichols will utilize the services of Southwest Strategies Group to work with the property
owners regarding the dedication of the rights -of -way necessary for constructing the street and any other
necessary easements.
Time of Completion
Freese and Nichols, Inc., is authorized to commence work on the Project upon execution of this
AGREEMENT and agrees to complete the services m accordance with the following schedule:
1. Submit subconsultant contracts within one (1) week of obtaining notice to proceed.
2. Have subconsultant contracts executed and notice to proceed within two (2) weeks of submittal to
the subs.
3. Provide five (5) copies of the Design Criteria Report (10% complete plans) to the City by the end of
Week 11.
4. Assuming a two week City review time, provide five (5) copies of 60% design complete drawings
to the City for review by the end of Week 17.
5. Assuming a two week City review time, provide five (5) copies of 90% design complete drawings
and specifications to the City for review by the end of Week 22.
6. Assuming a two week City review time, provide thirty-five (35) sets of 100% plans and
specifications to the City for review by the end of Week 26.
If Freese and Nichols' services are delayed through no fault of Freese and Nichols, Freese and Nichols
shall be entitled to equitable adjustment of compensation and Freese and Nichols shall be entitled to
adjust contract schedule consistent with the number of days of delay. A preliminary schedule is
attached for review and information.
Additional Services
The following items were not included in the cost proposal presented:
1. Cost associated with environmental investigation should karsts features be discovered.
2. Cost associated with the application for permits and permit fees.
3. Landscape design.
4. Roadway lighting design.
5. Geotechnical investigation.
6. Archeological investigation.
7. Construction phase services (including review of shop drawings, contractor submittals, periodic site
visits or inspections, final inspection).
8. Preparation for court or hearings.
9: Expert witness.
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EXHIBIT C
City of Round Rock - Ledbetter Street Improvements
Project Schedule
Award of contract by City Council February 27, 2003
Execution of contract by City and Freese and Nichols March 3 — 7
Notice to proceed March 10
Preliminary information - 10% design complete May 30
City review June 2 — 13
60% design complete July 11
City review July 14 — 25
Subdivision platting July 14 — October 10
90% design complete August 15
City review August 18 - 29
100% plans and specifications September 12
Agency permitting August 15 — October 3
Bid / Award Phase September 14 — November 7
Construction Phase November 10, 2003 —
April 31, 2004
C: \7EMP\Schedule Narralive.doc
BASIC SERVICES FEE DEVELOPMENT:
FNI Total Direct Labor Cost
$38,940.00
FNI Expenses:
Direct Expenses
Printing / Plotting
$250.00
Mileage and Parking
$75.00
Computer
$1,000.00
Total FNI Expenses
$1,325.00
Subconsultant Cost:
Fugro - BRE, Inc.
$0.00
Hill Country Environmental, Inc.
Southwest Strategies Group
$6,530.00
$10,500.00
Surveying and Mapping, Inc. SUE
$5,300.00
Surveying and Mapping, Inc. Surveying
$30,642.50
Subconsultant Total Expenses
$52,972.50
FNI Admin. Mark Up - 5%
$2,648.63
MAXIMUM NOT -TO- EXCEED AMOUNT
$95,886.13
FNI Total:
$42,913.63
44.75%
Subcontract Total:
$52,972.50
55.25%
EXHIBIT D
City of Round Rock
Ledbetter Street Improvements
Summary of Basic Services
M: Round Rock - Ledbetter Street\Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls
02/05/03
City of Round Rock Ledbetter Street Improvements
Freese and Nichols Basic Services and Costs
M: \Round Rock - Ledbetter Street \Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls 1
02/05/03
$145.00
$120.00
$100.00
$75.00
$50.00
Design
Element
Task
s.moHl
Office
Manager
s.jnoHl
Engineer
VI
sanoI
Engineer
IV
1 sinoH
Technicia
n
5Jn0H
Word
Processing
Project Management
Execute contract with subs
1
$145.00
4
$480.00
Monitor design activities of subs and design staff
8
$960.00
Monitor schedule and budgets
8
$960.00
Weekly reports
8
$960.00
Coordinate / attend meetings with subs and with City staff
4
4
4
$480.00
$480.00
$480.00
4
4
4
$400.00
$400.00
$400.00
Coordinate / conduct neighborhood meetings
Attend pre -bid conference
Prepare and issue addenda
2
$240.00
4
$400.00
Prepare recommendation of selected bidder
1
$120.00
6
$600.00
Attend pre - construction conference
4
$480.00
4
$400.00
Ensure QA / QC performed at appropriate times
TINT
$145.00
1
$120.00
0
$0.00
Project Management Total
$290.00
48
$5,760.00
26
$2,600.00
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
Total Hours
74
Total Cost
$8,650.00
Drainage Design
Determine / review Round Rock drainage criteria
8
$800.00
Determine drainage areas
8
$800.00
Design drainage system
4
$480.00
40
$4,000.00
Determine easement needs
4
$400.00
Drainage Design Total
4
$480.00
60
$6,000.00
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
Total Hours
64
Total Cost
$6,480.00
City of Round Rock Ledbetter Street Improvements
Freese and Nichols Basic Services and Costs
M: \Round Rock - Ledbetter Street \Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls 1
02/05/03
Design
Element
Task
sinoill
Office
Manager
1 s noHl
Engineer
VI
I sJnoH
Engineer
IV
I sanoH
Technicla
n
I sinotil
Word
Processing
Street Design
Obtain from City design / drafting / plan requirements
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Receive survey / plot
0
• $0.00
0
$0.00
2
$200.00
6
$450.00
$0.00
Obtain utility location information / plot
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
1
$100.00
4
$300.00
$0.00
Development street alignment
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
16
$1,600.00
4
$300.00
$0.00
Obtain City approval of street alignment
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Develop plan and profile sheets
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
40
$4,000.00
20
$1,500.00
$0.00
Develop graphic designs for neighborhood presentation
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
2
$200.00
2
$150.00
$0.00
Gather /write specifications
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
12
$1,20.00
$0.00
4
$200.00
Prepare construction cost estimates
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
8
$800.00
$0.00
$0.00
Reproduce drawings for review
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
$0.00
4
$300.00
$0.00
QA /QC
1
$145.00
8
$960.00
1
$100.00
$0.00
$0.00
Reproduce drawings for distribution to bidders
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
$0.00
4
$300.00
$0.00
Street Design Total
1
$145.00
8
$960.00
90
$9,000.00
44
$3,300.001 4
$200.00
Total Hours
146
Total Cost
$13,605.00
Water Line Design
Determine Round Rock criteria for water line design
0
$0.00
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Gather information on existing water lines in area
$0.00
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Determine if the line can be looped or if it will be a dead end line
$0.00
$0.00
8
$800.00
$0.00
$0.00
Determine water system needs
$0.00
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Establish alignment and check with SUE for possible conflicts
$0.00
$0.00
8
$800.00
$0.00
$0.00
Prepare plan and profile sheets
$0.00
$0.00
20
$2,000.00
20
$1,500.00
$0.00
Submit for review
$0.00
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Incorporate review comments
$0.00
$0.00
8
$800.00
4
$300.00
$0.00
Specifications
$0.00
$0.00
8
$800.00
0
$0.00
4
$200.00
QA /QC
1
$145.00
8
$960.00
1
$100.00
$0.00
$0.00
Sign and seal
0
$0.00
$0.00
2
$200.00
$0.00
$0.00
1
$145.00
8
$960.00
71
$7,100.00
24
$1,800.00
4
$200.00
Total Hours
107
Total Cost
$10,205.00
Grand Total Hours
391
Grand Total Cost
$38,940.00
City of Round Rock Ledbetter Street Improvements
Freese and Nichols Basic Services and Costs
M: \Round Rock - Ledbetter Street \Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls 2
02/05/03
Hill Country Environmental. Inc
Environmental 1 Permitting
Site Reconnaissance
$740.00
Gathering / Review of Environmental Databases
$850.00
Mapping Potential Environmental Constraints
$1,250.00
Coordination with Regulator Agencies
$930.00
Notification and Permits to Regularoty Agencies
$930.00
Prepare Environmetnal Assessment Documentation
$1,670.00
Expenses
$160.00
Environmental /Permitting Total
$6,530.00
Southwest
Strategies Group
Right of Way Acquisition ,
Coordinate title run and appraisal
Review title, survey, environmental, and appraisal
Meet with owner to negotiate sale
Submit closing package to funding agency
Coordinate closing
Right of Way Acquisition Total
$10,500.00
Surveying and Mapping, Inc.
-
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Utility record research (Level D)
Utility surface feature field survey (Level C)
Subsurface Utility Engineering Total
$5,300.00
Surveying
Boundary survey and control
Design survey
Platting
Surveying Total
$30,642.50
EXHIBIT D
City of Round Rock
Ledbetter Street Improvements
Subconsultant Tasks and Costs
M:1Round Rock - Ledbetter Street\Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls 02/05/03
CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE
PRODUCER
Wm. Rigg Co.
777 Main St #C -50
Ft Worth Tx 76102
INSURED
Freese It Nichols, Inc.
40.55 International Plaza Suite #200
Ft Worth Tx 76109 -4895
Date2 -11-03
COMPANIES AFFORDING COVERAE
A HARTFORD CAS INS CO
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C HARTFORD UNDERWRITERS
D CONTINENTAL CAS
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT the Insured named above is insured by the Companies listed above with respect to the
business operations hereinafter described, for the types of insurance and in accordance with the provisions of the
standard polities used by the companies, and further hereinafter descried. Exceptions to the policies are noted below.
CO TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY EF,FECTI'IrE EXPIRATION
LTIO NUMBER DATE DATE
A GENERAL LIABIt1TY 46UUMUX9972 10-23-02 10-2303
DESCRIPTION OP OPERATIONSILOCATIONsivu CLES!SPECIALli'ETismxCEPTIONS
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EXHIBIT - Revised 10/202
LIMITS
GENERAL AGGREGATE S 2,000,000
PRODUCISSCOMP /OP AGG. 3 2,000,003
PERSONAL &ADV. INJURY 0 1,000,000
EACH OCCDRR1 01,000,000
FIRE DAMAGE (Any one fire) S
MID EXPENSE (Am ( oneperson)$
B AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY 46UENUY0782 10-23-02 10.23-03 COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT 51,000,000
BODILY INJURY (Per person) S
BODtLY1ruURY Ter accident) $
PROPERTY DAMAGE $
A EXCESS11ABa.zTY 467GIUUx9399 10 -2342 10.23-03 EACH OCCURRENCE $ 10,00,000
AGGREGATE 310.000.00
WORKERS' COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS' LABILITY STATUTORY Lm3rrs $ 500,000
C W0160F4075 10 - 23 - 02 10.2303 EACH ACCIDENT f 500,000
DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT $ 300,00
DISEASE - EACH EMPLOYEE 9
PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY
D AEA003214422 12.30-01 12 -30.04 33,000,000 PER CLAIM
310,000,00 PER AGGREGATE, 3400,00 DROUCTIBLE
The City of Round Rock is named as additional insured with respect to all policies except Workers' Compeasatiou and Employers' Llabiliry and
ProtessiO4al Ilabilsy. Should any of the above described policies be cancelled or changed before the expiration date thereof, the issuing company
will mail thirty (30) days written notice to the 00016cah: hcldcr named below.
CERTIFICATE HOLDER: City Manager
City of Round Rock
221 E. Main street
Rormd Rock, Texas 78664
SIONNATTUURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
Typed Name: CAROL NOONE
Title VICE PRESIDENT
JTR:XE4 cnry Len
DATE: February 21, 2003
SUBJECT: City Council Meeting — February 27, 2003
ITEM: 9.H.2. Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement
for Engineering Services with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for preliminary
schematic design services for improvements to Ledbetter Street.
Resource: Tom Word, Director of Transportation
Bill Stablein, Construction Coordinator
History: The City is developing a project to rebuild and widen Ledbetter Street. Freese
and Nichols, Inc., will prepare design schematic and construction plans for the
Ledbetter Street project.
Funding:
Cost: $95,886.13
Source of funds: Capital Project Funds - 2001 GO Bonds
Outside Resources: Freese and Nichols, Inc.
Impact/Benefit: This project was will provide for a design that in the future will give much
needed improvements to Ledbetter Street.
Public Comment: N/A
Sponsor: N/A
ROUND ROCK, TEXAS
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THE STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON
CITY OF ROUND ROCK AGREEMENT
FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES WITH
FREESE AND NICHOLS, INC..
FOR LEDBETTER STREET IMPROVEMENTS
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RECITALS
Contract No.
THIS AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES ( "Agreement ") is made and entered
into on this the 27 day of the month of February , 2003 by and between the CITY OF ROUND
ROCK, a Texas home -rule municipal corporation, whose offices are located at 221 East Main Street,
Round Rock, Texas 78664 -5299, (hereinafter referred to as "City "), and Freese and Nichols, Inc.,
whose principal place of business is located at 10814 Jollvville Road, Building 4, Suite 100, Austin,
Texas, 78759, (hereinafter called "Engineer "), and such Agreement is for the purpose of contracting for
professional engineering services.
WHEREAS, V.T.C.A., Government Code §2254.002(2)(A)(vii) under Subchapter A entitled
"Professional Services Procurement Act" provides for the procurement by municipalities of services of
professional engineers; and
WHEREAS, City and Engineer desire to contract for such professional engineering services; and
WHEREAS, City and Engineer wish to document their agreement concerning the requirements
and respective obligations of the parties;
NOW, THEREFORE, WITNESSETH:
That for and in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and other good and
valuable considerations, and the covenants and agreements hereinafter contained to be kept and
performed by the respective parties hereto, it is agreed as follows:
The Contract Documents consist of this Agreement and any exhibits attached hereto (which
exhibits are hereby incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement) and all Supplemental
Agreements (as defined herein in Article 13) which are subsequently issued. These form the entire
contract, and all are as fully a part of this Agreement as if attached to this Agreement or repeated herein.
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
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ARTICLE 1
SCOPE OF SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY CITY
City shall perform or provide services as identified in Exhibit A entitled "Services to be
Performed by City."
ARTICLE 2
SCOPE OF SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY ENGINEER
Engineer shall perform engineering services as identified in Exhibit B entitled "Services to be
Performed by Engineer."
Engineer shall develop a mutually acceptable schedule of work as identified in Exhibit C entitled
"Work Schedule." Such Work Schedule shall contain a complete schedule so that the Engineer's Scope
of Services under this Agreement may be accomplished within the specified time and at the specified
cost. The Work Schedule shall provide specific work sequences and definite review times by City and
Engineer of all work performed. Should the review times take longer than shown on the Work Schedule,
through no fault of Engineer, additional time may be authorized by City through a written Supplemental
Agreement only if same is requested by a timely written request from Engineer which is approved by
City.
ARTICLE 3
CONTRACT TERM
(1) Term. This Agreement shall be from the date hereof and shall terminate at the close of
business on the 30`" day of the month of September 2004 unless extended by written Supplemental
Agreement executed by Engineer and City prior to the date of termination, or as otherwise terminated as
provided in Article 20 entitled "Termination." Any work performed or costs incurred after the date of
termination shall not be eligible for reimbursement.
Engineer shall notify City in writing as soon as possible if he /she /it determines, or reasonably
anticipates, that the work under this Agreement will not be completed before the termination date. In
that event City may, at its sole discretion, extend the contract term by timely written Supplemental
Agreement. Engineer shall allow adequate time for review and approval of his/her /its request for time
extension by City prior to expiration of this Agreement.
(2) Work Schedule. Engineer acknowledges that the Work Schedule is of critical importance,
and agrees to undertake all necessary efforts to expedite the performance of services required herein so
that construction of the project will be commenced and completed as scheduled. In this regard, Engineer
shall proceed with sufficient qualified personnel and consultants necessary to fully and timely
accomplish all services required under this Agreement in the highest professional manner.
(3) Notice to Proceed. After execution of this Agreement, Engineer shall not proceed with work
delineated in Article 2 entitled "Scope of Services to be Performed by Engineer" and in Exhibit B
entitled "Services to be Performed by Engineer" until authorized in writing by City to proceed as
provided in Article 7 entitled "Notice to Proceed."
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ARTICLE 4
COMPENSATION
City shall pay and Engineer agrees to accept the amount shown below as full compensation for
all engineering services performed and to be performed under this Agreement.
The amount payable under this Agreement, without modification of the Agreement as provided
herein, is the sum of Ninety -five Thousand, eight hundred eighty -six dollars and thirteen cents
($95, 886.13) as shown in Exhibit D entitled "Fee Schedule." The lump sum amount payable may be
revised only by written Supplemental Agreement in the event of a change in scope, additional
complexity from that originally anticipated, or change in character of work as authorized by City.
Engineer shall prepare and submit to City monthly progress reports in sufficient detail to support
the progress of the work and to support invoices requesting monthly payment. Any preferred format of
City for such monthly progress reports shall be identified in Exhibit B entitled "Services to be
Performed by Engineer." Satisfactory progress of work shall be maintained as an absolute condition of
payment.
The fee herein referenced may be adjusted for additional work requested and performed only if
approved by written Supplemental Agreement.
ARTICLE 5
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Payments to Engineer for services rendered shall be made while work is in progress. Engineer
shall prepare and submit to City, not more frequently than once per month, a progress report as
referenced in Article 4 above. Such progress report shall state the percentage of completion of work
accomplished during that billing period and to date. Simultaneous with submission of such progress
report, Engineer shall prepare and submit one (1) original and one (1) copy of a certified invoice in a
form acceptable to City. This submittal shall also include a progress assessment report in a form
acceptable to City.
Progress payments shall be made in proportion to the percentage of completion of work tasks
identified in Exhibit D entitled "Fee Schedule." Progress payments shall be made by City based upon
work actually provided and performed. Upon timely receipt and approval of each statement, City shall
make a good faith effort to pay the amount which, notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, is
due and payable within thirty (30) days. City reserves the right to withhold payment pending verification
of satisfactory work performed. Engineer has the responsibility to submit proof to City, adequate and
sufficient in its determination, that tasks were completed.
The certified statements shall show the total amount earned to the date of submission and shall
show the amount due and payable as of the date of the current statement. Final payment does not relieve
Engineer of the responsibility of correcting any errors and/or omissions resulting from his/her /its
negligence.
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ARTICLE 6
PROMPT PAYMENT POLICY
In accordance with Chapter 2251, V.T.C.A., Texas Government Code, payment to Engineer
will be made within thirty (30) days of the day on which City receives the supplies, materials,
equipment, or within thirty (30) days of the day on which the performance of services was complete, or
within thirty (30) days of the day on which City receives a correct invoice for the supplies, materials,
equipment, or services, whichever is later. Engineer may charge a late fee (fee shall not be greater than
that which is permitted by Texas law) for payments not made in accordance with this prompt payment
policy; however, this policy does not apply to payments made by City in the event:
A. There is a bona fide dispute between City and Engineer concerning the supplies,
materials, or equipment delivered or the services performed that causes the payment to be
late; or
B. The terms of a federal contract, grant, regulation, or statute prevent City from making a
timely payment with federal funds; or
C. There is a bona fide dispute between Engineer and a subcontractor or between a
subcontractor and its supplier concerning supplies, materials, or equipment delivered or
the services performed which causes the payment to be late; or
D. The invoice is not mailed to City in strict accordance with instructions, if any, on the
purchase order, or this Agreement or other such contractual agreement.
City shall document to Engineer the issues related to disputed invoices within ten (10) calendar
days of receipt of such invoice. Any non - disputed invoices shall be considered correct and payable per
the terms of Chapter 2251, V.T.C.A., Texas Government Code.
ARTICLE 7
NOTICE TO PROCEED
City shall issue a written authorization to proceed with work identified in the Scope of
Services. City shall not be responsible for actions by Engineer or any costs incurred by Engineer
relating to additional work not included in Exhibit B entitled "Services to be Performed by Engineer."
ARTICLE 8
PROJECT TEAM
City's Designated Representative for purposes of this Agreement is as follows:
Bill Stablein
Transp Engr Assoc /Construction Coordinator
2008 Enterprise Drive
Round Rock, Texas
(512) 218-5562
(512) 218-3242
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[Name]
[Title]
[Address]
[City, State, Zip]
[Telephone Number]
[Facsimile Number]
City's Designated Representative shall be authorized to act on City's behalf with respect to this
project. City or City's Designated Representative shall render decisions in a timely manner pertaining
to documents submitted by Engineer in order to avoid unreasonable delay in the orderly and sequential
progress of Engineer's services.
Engineer's Designated Representative for purposes of this Agreement is as follows:
Brunner Grau [Name]
Project Manager [Title]
10814 Jollyville Rd, Bldg 4, Suite 100 [Address]
Austin, Texas 78759 [City, State, Zip]
(512) 451 -7955 [Telephone Number]
(512) 451 -7956 [Facsimile Number]
ARTICLE 9
PROGRESS EVALUATION
Engineer shall, from time to time during the progress of the work, confer with City at City's
election. Engineer shall prepare and present such information as may be pertinent and necessary, or as
may be requested by City, in order for City to evaluate features of the work. At the request of City or
Engineer, conferences shall be provided at Engineer's office, the offices of City, or at other locations
designated by City. When requested by City, such conferences shall also include evaluation of
Engineer's services and work.
Should City determine that the progress in production of work does not satisfy the Work
Schedule, then City shall review the Work Schedule with Engineer to determine corrective action
required.
Engineer shall promptly advise City in writing of events which have or may have a significant
impact upon the progress of the work, including but not limited to the following:
(1) Problems, delays, adverse conditions which may materially affect the ability to attain
program objectives, prevent the meeting of time schedules and goals, or preclude the
attainment of project work units by established time periods; and such disclosure shall be
accompanied by statement of actions taken or contemplated, and City assistance needed to
resolve the situation, if any; and
(2) Favorable developments or events which enable meeting the work schedule goals sooner
than anticipated.
ARTICLE 10
SUSPENSION
Should City desire to suspend the work, but not to terminate this Agreement, then such
suspension may be effected by City giving Engineer thirty (30) calendar days' verbal notification
followed by written confirmation to that effect. Such thirty -day notice may be waived in writing by
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agreement and signature of both parties. The work may be reinstated and resumed in full force and
effect within sixty (60) days of receipt of written notice from City to resume the work. Such sixty -day
notice maybe waived in writing by agreement and signature of both parties.
If City suspends the work, the contract period as determined in Article 3 is not affected and this
Agreement will terminate on the date specified unless this Agreement is amended indicating otherwise.
City assumes no liability for work performed or costs incurred prior to the date authorized by
City for Engineer to begin work, and/or during periods when work is suspended, and/or subsequent to
the contract completion date.
ARTICLE 11
ADDITIONAL WORK
If Engineer forms a reasonable opinion that any work he /she/it has been directed to perform is
beyond the scope of this Agreement and as such constitutes extra work, he /she /it shall promptly notify
City in writing. In the event City finds that such work does constitute extra work and exceeds the
maximum amount payable, City shall so advise Engineer and a written Supplemental Agreement will
be executed between the parties as provided in Article 13 entitled "Supplemental Agreements."
Engineer shall not perform any proposed additional work nor incur any additional costs prior to the
execution, by both parties, of a written Supplemental Agreement. City shall not be responsible for
actions by Engineer nor for any costs incurred by Engineer relating to additional work not directly
associated with the performance of the work authorized in this Agreement or any amendments thereto.
ARTICLE 12
CHANGES IN WORK
If City deems it necessary to request changes to previously satisfactorily completed work or
parts thereof which involve changes to the original scope of services or character of work under this
Agreement, then Engineer shall make such revisions as requested and as directed by City. Such
revisions shall be considered as additional work and paid for as specified under Article 11 entitled
"Additional Work."
Engineer shall make revisions to work authorized hereunder as are necessary to correct errors
appearing therein, when required to do so by City. No additional compensation shall be due for such
work.
ARTICLE 13
SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS
The terms of this Agreement may be modified by written Supplemental Agreement if City
determines that there has been a significant change in (1) the scope, complexity or character of the
service to be performed, or (2) the duration of the work. Any such Supplemental Agreement must be
duly authorized by City Council Resolution. Where such City Council authorization is required,
Engineer shall not proceed until the appropriate Resolution has been adopted. Additional
compensation, if appropriate, shall be identified as provided in Article 4 entitled "Compensation."
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Both parties must execute any written Supplemental Agreement within the contract period
specified in Article 3 entitled "Contract Term."
It is understood and agreed by and between both parties that Engineer shall make no claim for
extra work done or materials furnished until City grants full execution of the written Supplemental
Agreement and authorization to proceed. City reserves the right to withhold payment pending
verification of satisfactory work performed.
ARTICLE 14
OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
All data, basic sketches, charts, calculations, plans, specifications, and other documents created
or collected under the terms of this Agreement are the exclusive property of City and shall be furnished
to City upon request. All documents prepared by Engineer and all documents furnished to Engineer by
City shall be delivered to City upon completion or termination of this Agreement. Engineer, at
his/her /its own expense, may retain copies of such documents or any other data which he /she /it has
furnished City under this Agreement. Any release of information shall be in conformance with
requirements of the Texas Open Records Act.
ARTICLE 15
PERSONNEL, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL
Engineer shall furnish and maintain, at his/her /its own expense, quarters for the performance of
all services, and adequate and sufficient personnel and equipment to perform the services as required.
All employees of Engineer shall have such knowledge and experience as will enable them to perform
the duties assigned to them. Any employee of Engineer who, in the opinion of City, is incompetent or
whose conduct becomes detrimental to the work shall immediately be removed from association with
the project when so instructed by City. Engineer certifies that he /she /it presently has adequate qualified
personnel in his/her /its employment for performance of the services required under this Agreement, or
will obtain such personnel from sources other than City. Engineer may not change the Project Manager
without prior written consent of City.
ARTICLE 16
SUBCONTRACTING
Engineer shall not assign, subcontract or transfer any portion of the work under this Agreement
without prior written approval from City. All subcontracts shall include the provisions required in this
Agreement and shall be approved as to form, in writing, by City prior to work being performed under
the subcontract. No subcontract shall relieve Engineer of any responsibilities under this Agreement.
ARTICLE 17
EVALUATION OF WORK
City, or any authorized representatives of it, shall have the right at all reasonable times to review
or otherwise evaluate the work performed or being performed hereunder and the premises on which it is
being performed. If any review or evaluation is made on the premises of Engineer or a subcontractor,
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then Engineer shall provide and require its subcontractors to provide all reasonable facilities and
assistance for the safety and convenience of City or other representatives in the performance of their
duties.
ARTICLE 18
SUBMISSION OF REPORTS
All applicable study reports shall be submitted in preliminary form for approval by City before
any final report is issued. City's comments on Engineer's preliminary reports shall be addressed in any
final report.
ARTICLE 19
VIOLATION OF CONTRACT TERMS/BREACH OF CONTRACT
Violation of contract terms or breach of contract by Engineer shall be grounds for termination of
this Agreement, and any increased costs arising from Engineer's default, breach of contract, or violation
of contract terms shall be paid by Engineer.
ARTICLE 20
TERMINATION
This Agreement may be terminated before the stated termination date by any of the following
conditions.
(1) By mutual agreement and consent, in writing, of both parties.
(2) By City, by notice in writing to Engineer, as a consequence of failure by Engineer to
perform the services set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.
(3) By either party, upon the failure of the other party to fulfill its obligations as set forth
herein.
(4) By City, for reasons of its own and not subject to the mutual consent of Engineer, upon
not less than thirty (30) days' written notice to Engineer.
(5) By satisfactory completion of all services and obligations described herein.
Should City terminate this Agreement as herein provided, no fees other than fees due and
payable at the time of termination shall thereafter be paid to Engineer. In determining the value of the
work performed by Engineer prior to termination, City shall be the sole judge. Compensation for work
at termination will be based on a percentage of the work completed at that time. Should City terminate
this Agreement under Subsection (4) immediately above, then the amount charged during the thirty (30)
day notice period shall not exceed the amount charged during the preceding thirty (30) days.
If Engineer defaults in the performance of this Agreement or if City terminates this Agreement
for fault on the part of Engineer, then City shall give consideration to the actual costs incurred by
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Engineer in performing the work to the date of default, the amount of work required which was
satisfactorily completed to date of default, the value of the work which is usable to City, the cost to City
of employing another firm to complete the work required and the time required to do so, and other
factors which affect the value to City of the work performed at the time of default.
The termination of this Agreement and payment of an amount in settlement as prescribed above
shall extinguish all rights, duties, and obligations of City and Engineer under this Agreement, except
the obligations set forth herein in Article 21 entitled "Compliance with Laws." If the termination of this
Agreement is due to the failure of Engineer to fulfill his/her /its contractual obligations, then City may
take over the project and prosecute the work to completion. In such case, Engineer shall be liable to
City for any additional costs incurred by City.
Engineer shall be responsible for the settlement of all contractual and administrative issues
arising out of any procurements made by Engineer in support of the scope of services under this
Agreement.
ARTICLE 21
COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
(1) Compliance. Engineer shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws,
statutes, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations, and the orders and decrees of any court, or
administrative bodies or tribunals in any manner affecting the performance of this Agreement,
including without limitation, minimum/maximum salary and wage statutes and regulations, and
licensing laws and regulations. Engineer shall furnish City with satisfactory proof of his/her /its
compliance.
Engineer shall further obtain all permits and licenses required in the performance of the
professional services contracted for herein.
(2) Taxes. Engineer will pay all taxes, if any, required by law arising by virtue of the services
performed hereunder. City is qualified for exemption pursuant to the provisions of Section 151.309 of
the Texas Limited Sales, Excise, and Use Tax Act.
ARTICLE 22
INDEMNIFICATION
Engineer shall save and hold harmless City and its officers and employees from all claims and
liabilities due to activities of his/her /itself and his/her /its agents or employees, performed under this
Agreement, which are caused by or which result from error, omission, or negligent act of Engineer or of
any person employed by Engineer or under Engineer's direction or control.
Engineer shall also save and hold City harmless from any and all expenses, including but not
limited to attorneys fees which may be incurred by City in litigation or otherwise defending claims or
liabilities which may be imposed on City as a result of such activities by Engineer, its agents, or
employees.
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ARTICLE 23
ENGINEER'S RESPONSIBILITIES
Engineer shall be responsible for the accuracy of his/her /its work and shall promptly make
necessary revisions or corrections resulting from errors, omissions, or negligent acts, and same shall be
done without compensation. City shall determine Engineer's responsibilities for all questions arising
from design errors and/or omissions. Engineer shall not be relieved of responsibility for subsequent
correction of any such errors or omissions or for clarification of any ambiguities until after the
construction phase of the project has been completed.
ARTICLE 24
ENGINEER'S SEAL
The responsible engineer shall sign, seal and date all appropriate engineering submissions to
City in accordance with the Texas Engineering Practice Act and the rules of the State Board of
Registration for Professional Engineers.
ARTICLE 25
NON - COLLUSION, FINANCIAL INTEREST PROHIBITED
(1) Non - collusion. Engineer warrants that he /she /it has not employed or retained any company
or persons, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Engineer, to solicit or secure this
Agreement, and that he /she/it has not paid or agreed to pay any company or engineer any fee,
commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gifts, or any other consideration, contingent upon or resulting
from the award or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, City reserves and
shall have the right to annul this Agreement without liability or, in its discretion and at its sole election,
to deduct from the contract price or compensation, or to otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee,
commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or contingent fee.
(2) Financial Interest Prohibited. Engineer covenants and represents that Engineer,
his/her /its officers, employees, agents, consultants and subcontractors will have no financial interest,
direct or indirect, in the purchase or sale of any product, materials or equipment that will be
recommended or required for the construction of the project.
ARTICLE 26
INSURANCE
(1) Insurance. Engineer, at Engineer's sole cost, shall purchase and maintain during the entire
term while this Agreement is in effect professional liability insurance coverage in the minimum amount
of One Million Dollars from a company authorized to do insurance business in Texas and otherwise
acceptable to City.
(2) Subconsultant Insurance. Without limiting any of the other obligations or liabilities of
Engineer, Engineer shall require each subconsultant performing work under this Agreement to maintain
during the term of this Agreement, at the subconsultant's own expense, the same stipulated minimum
insurance required in Article 26, Section (1) above, including the required provisions and additional
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policy conditions as shown below in Article 26, Section (3).
Engineer shall obtain and monitor the certificates of insurance from each subconsultant in order
to assure compliance with the insurance requirements. Engineer must retain the certificates of insurance
for the duration of this Agreement, and shall have the responsibility of enforcing these insurance
requirements among its subconsultants. City shall be entitled, upon request and without expense, to
receive copies of these certificates of insurance.
(3) Insurance Policy Endorsements. Each insurance policy shall include the following
conditions by endorsement to the policy:
1. Each policy shall require that thirty (30) days prior to the expiration, cancellation, non -
renewal or any material change in coverage, a notice thereof shall be given to City by
certified mail to:
City Manager, City of Round Rock
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, Texas 78664
Engineer shall also notify City, within 24 hours of receipt, of any notices of expiration,
cancellation, non - renewal, or material change in coverage it receives from its insurer.
2. Companies issuing the insurance policies shall have no recourse against City for payment
of any premiums or assessments for any deductibles which all are at the sole
responsibility and risk of Engineer.
3. The Term "City" or "City of Round Rock" shall include all authorities, Boards,
Commissions, Departments, and officers of City and the individual members, employees
and agents thereof in their official capacities, and/or while acting on behalf of the City of
Round Rock.
4. The policy clause "Other Insurance" shall not apply to any insurance coverage currently
held by City, to any such future coverage, or to City's Self- Insured Retentions of
whatever nature.
5. Engineer and City mutually waive subrogation rights each may have against the other for
loss or damage, to the extent same is covered by the proceeds of insurance.
(4) Cost of Insurance. The cost of all insurance required herein to be secured and maintained by
Engineer shall be borne solely by Engineer, with certificates of insurance evidencing such minimum
coverage in force to be filed with the City. Such Certificates of Insurance are evidenced as Exhibit
" " herein entitled "Certificates."
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ARTICLE 27
COPYRIGHTS
City shall have the royalty -free, nonexclusive and irrevocable right to reproduce, publish or
otherwise use, and to authorize others to use, any reports developed by Engineer for governmental
purposes.
ARTICLE 28
SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto, their
successors, lawful assigns, and legal representatives. Engineer may not assign, sublet or transfer any
interest in this Agreement, in whole or in part, by operation of law or otherwise, without obtaining the
prior written consent of City.
ARTICLE 29
SEVERABILITY
In the event any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall for any reason
be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, then such invalidity, illegality or
unenforceability shall not affect any other provision thereof and this Agreement shall be construed as if
such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein.
ARTICLE 30
PRIOR AGREEMENTS SUPERSEDED
This Agreement constitutes the sole agreement of the parties hereto, and supersedes any prior
understandings or written or oral contracts between the parties respecting the subject matter defined
herein. This Agreement may only be amended or supplemented by mutual agreement of the parties
hereto in writing.
ARTICLE 31
ENGINEER'S ACCOUNTING RECORDS
Records pertaining to the project, and records of accounts between City and Engineer, shall be
kept on a generally recognized accounting basis and shall be available to City or its authorized
representatives at mutually convenient times. The City reserves the right to review all records it deems
relevant which are related to this Agreement.
ARTICLE 32
NOTICES
All notices to either party by the other required under this Agreement shall be personally
delivered or mailed to such party at the following respective addresses:
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City:
City of Round Rock
Attention: City Manager
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
and to:
Stephan L. Sheets
City Attorney
309 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
Engineer:
ATTN: Brunner Grau
Freese and Nichols, Inc.
10814 Jollvville Rd, Bldg 4, Suite 100
Austin, Texas 78759
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ARTICLE 33
GENERAL PROVISIONS
(1) Time is of the Essence. Engineer understands and agrees that time is of the essence and that
any failure of Engineer to complete the services for each phase of this Agreement within the agreed
Work Schedule may constitute a material breach of this Agreement. Engineer shall be fully responsible
for his/her /its delays or for failures to use his/her /its best efforts in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement. Where damage is caused to City due to Engineer's failure to perform in these
circumstances, City may withhold, to the extent of such damage, Engineer's payments hereunder
without waiver of any of City's additional legal rights or remedies.
(2) Force Majeure. Neither City nor Engineer shall be deemed in violation of this Agreement if
prevented from performing any of their obligations hereunder by reasons for which they are not
responsible or circumstances beyond their control. However, notice of such impediment or delay in
performance must be timely given, and all reasonable efforts undertaken to mitigate its effects.
(3) Enforcement and Venue. This Agreement shall be enforceable in Round Rock, Williamson
County, Texas, and if legal action is necessary by either party with respect to the enforcement of any or
all of the terms or conditions herein, exclusive venue for same shall lie in Williamson County, Texas.
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws and court decisions of
the State of Texas.
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The undersigned signatory for Engineer hereby represents and warrants that the signatory is an
officer of the organization for which he /she has executed this Agreement and that he /she has full and
complete authority to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the firm. The above - stated representations
and warranties are made for the purpose of inducing City to enter into this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City of Round Rock has caused this Agreement to be signed in
its corporate name by its Mayor, duly authorized to execute the same on its behalf by Resolution No.
'- O3-O-)- P-03-Cgcry-Livili, approved by the City Council on the2? day of the month of SFebruary
2003, and Engineer, Freese and Nichols, Inc., signing by and through his/her /its duly authorized
representative(s), thereby binding the parties hereto, their successors, assigns and representatives for the
faithful and full performance of the terms and provisions hereof.
CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXA
By:
By:
By:
ATTEST:
City Secretary
ENGINEER:
By:
Si a•F` a of Principal,
P nted Name: ,Ao n R X /
ATTEST:
Corporate Secretary
ARTICLE 34
SIGNATORY WARRANTY
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LIST OF EXHIBITS ATTACHED
(1) Exhibit A "Services to be Performed by City"
(2) Exhibit B "Services to be Performed by Engineer"
(3) Exhibit C "Work Schedule"
(4) Exhibit D "Fee Schedule"
(5) Exhibit E "Work Authorizations"
(6) Exhibit F "Certificates of Insurance"
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EXHIBIT A
SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF ROUND ROCK
1. Designate in writing a person to act as the City's representative with respect to the services to be
rendered under this Agreement. Such person will have contract authority to transmit instructions,
receive information, interpret, and define the City's policies and decisions with respect to Freese
and Nichols' services for the Project.
2. Provide all criteria and full information as to the City's requirements for the Project, including
design objectives and constraints, performance requirements, and any budgetary limitations; and
furnish copies of all design and construction standards which the City will require to be included in
the plans and specifications.
3. Assist Freese and Nichols, Inc., by providing all available information pertinent to the Project
including previous reports, record drawings, utility information, geotechnical investigations,
pavement structure design and any other data relative to the Project.
4. Arrange for access to and make all provisions for Freese and Nichols, Inc., to enter upon public and
private property as required for Freese and Nichols, Inc., and its designated representatives to
perform services under this Agreement.
5. Examine all studies, reports, sketches, drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documents
presented by Freese and Nichols, Inc. Obtain advice of an attorney, insurance counselor, and other
consultants as the City deems appropriate for such examination and render in writing decisions
pertaining thereto within a reasonable time so as not to delay the services of Freese and Nichols,
Inc.
6. Provide such accounting, independent cost estimating and insurance counseling services as may be
required for the Project, such legal services as the City may require or Freese and Nichols, Inc., may
reasonably request with regard to legal issues pertaining to the Project.
7. The City will perform all notification of public meetings.
8. The City will provide information for the preparation of "Record Drawings" for Freese and Nichols,
Inc., to produce.
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EXHIBIT B
SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE ENGINEER
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will render the following professional services in connection with the
development of the project:
Preliminary Design Phase Services
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will prepare a Design Criteria Report containing the following information:
1. A summary of the design parameters proposed for the project.
2. Schematic drawings showing the proposed horizontal and vertical alignments.
3. Preliminary drainage design information.
4. Preliminary property survey information.
5. Existing utility lines along the project alignment.
6. Environmental criteria and identification of permitting requirements.
7. Preliminary project schedule which will include milestone and delivery dates for plan reviews and
final plans.
8. An opinion of the probable construction cost.
Final Design Phase Services
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will prepare final design drawings and contract documents which will include
standard and special project notes, standard and special details, erosion and sedimentation control,
grading, paving, and drainage improvements. We will also develop the project manual containing the
City's standard contract documents with City of Austin Standard Technical Specifications, and any
special provisions and/or special specifications required.
Hydrology and Hydraulics
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will use the City's criteria in designing the drainage improvements for the
project. Overland flow will be maintained with the design improvements.
Specific task will include:
Public Meetings
Freese and Nichols, Inc. will assist the City with three (3) public meetings. We suggest that they be
held at the following times:
1. Initial meeting — prior to start of surveying.
2. Progress meeting — near the conclusion of final design, and
3. Construction meeting — to be held just prior to the start of construction to provide the schedule for
construction, to answer questions, and to provide contact information for future questions and/or
information.
For these meetings, Freese and Nichols, Inc., will provide:
1. Information for notification of meetings.
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2. Attendance and participation in meetings.
3. Graphics and presentation materials.
4. Suggestion/comment sheet for meeting attendees.
Throughout Freese and Nichols' involvement in the project, FNI will:
1. Attend regular design coordination meetings.
2. Submit progress reports to the Owner on a weekly basis.
3. Update the opinion of probable construction costs, as well as the project schedule, at the 10 %, 60 %,
90% milestone dates. (10% = completion of Preliminary Design Phase Services. 60% = horizontal
and vertical alignment plotted on drawings, incorporation of environmental information into the
design, drainage design, standard general notes, standard details, identification of permitting
requirements. 90% = incorporation of review comments from 60% review, drainage calculations,
special notes, special details, application documents for permits, standard and special specifications,
quantities.)
4. Perform constructability review of 90% drawings.
5. Perform quality assurance /quality control at the 10% and 90% design completion milestones.
Bid Phase Services
During the Bid Phase of the project, FNI will: •
1. Assist with the issuance of bidding documents.
2. Assist and attend the pre -bid conference.
3. Prepare and assist in issuance of addenda.
4. Attend bid opening.
5. Prepare recommendation of most responsive bidder.
6. Assist and attend pre - construction conference.
Subconsultant Services
Environmental Studies
Freese and Nichols, Inc., will utilize the services of Hill Country Environmental, Inc. (HCE) to identify
flora and fauna and other environmental features in the area affected by the project and prepare an
Environmental Assessment Report. HCE will also identify and coordinate all permits associated with
the improvements.
Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
We will utilize the services of Surveying and Mapping, Inc. (SAM) to accurately determine the type,
size, and location of existing underground utility lines along and crossing the project site. SAM will
provide levels D and C SUE service.
Survey
We will also utilize the services of SAM to provide a topographic survey for the project design and to
set two (2) points for horizontal and vertical control for construction. They will also perform surveys
and research necessary for their preparation of the final plat for the area.
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Right -of -Way
Freese and Nichols will utilize the services of Southwest Strategies Group to work with the property
owners regarding the dedication of the rights -of -way necessary for constructing the street and any other
necessary easements.
Time of Completion
Freese and Nichols, Inc., is authorized to commence work on the Project upon execution of this
AGREEMENT and agrees to complete the services in accordance with the following schedule:
1. Submit subconsultant contracts within one (1) week of obtaining notice to proceed.
2. Have subconsultant contracts executed and notice to proceed within two (2) weeks of submittal to
the subs.
3. Provide five (5) copies of the Design Criteria Report (10% complete plans) to the City by the end of
Week 11.
4. Assuming a two week City review time, provide five (5) copies of 60% design complete drawings
to the City for review by the end of Week 17.
5. Assuming a two week City review time, provide five (5) copies of 90% design complete drawings
and specifications to the City for review by the end of Week 22.
6. Assuming a two week City review time, provide thirty -five (35) sets of 100% plans and
specifications to the City for review by the end of Week 26.
If Freese and Nichols' services are delayed through no fault of Freese and Nichols, Freese and Nichols
shall be entitled to equitable adjustment of compensation and Freese and Nichols shall be entitled to
adjust contract schedule consistent with the number of days of delay. A preliminary schedule is
attached for review and information.
Additional Services
The following items were not included in the cost proposal presented:
1. Cost associated with environmental investigation should karsts features be discovered.
2. Cost associated with the application for permits and permit fees.
3. Landscape design.
4. Roadway lighting design.
5. Geotechnical investigation.
6. Archeological investigation.
7. Construction phase services (including review of shop drawings, contractor submittals, periodic site
visits or inspections, final inspection).
8. Preparation for court or hearings.
9. Expert witness.
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EXHIBIT C
City of Round Rock - Ledbetter Street Improvements
Project Schedule
Award of contract by City Council February 27, 2003
Execution of contract by City and Freese and Nichols March 3 — 7
Notice to proceed March 10
Preliminary information - 10% design complete May 30
City review June 2 — 13
60% design complete July 11
City review July 14 — 25
Subdivision platting July 14 — October 10
90% design complete August 15
City review August 18 - 29
100% plans and specifications September 12
Agency permitting August 15 — October 3
Bid / Award Phase September 14 — November 7
Construction Phase November 10, 2003 —
April 31, 2004
RA@cfronkTrojectA edbetterlSchedule Narrative doc
BASIC SERVICES FEE DEVELOPMENT:
1
FNI Total Direct Labor Cost
$38,940.00
FNI Expenses:
Direct Expenses
Printing / Plotting
$250.00
Mileage and Parking
$75.00
$1,000.00
Computer
Total FNI Expenses
$1,325.00
_
Subconsultant
Cost:
Fugro - BRE, Inc.
$0.00
Hill Country Environmental, Inc.
$6,530.00
Southwest Strategies Group
$10,500.00
Surveying and Mapping, Inc. SUE
$5,300.00
Surveying and Mapping, Inc. Surveying
$30,642.50
Subconsultant Total Expenses
FNI Admin. Mark Up - 5%
1
$52,972.50
$2,648.63
MAXIMUM NOT -TO- EXCEED AMOUNT
$95,886.13
FNI Total:
$42,913.63
44.75%
Subcontract Total:
$52,972.50
55.25%
M:IRound Rock - Ledbetter Street\Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls
EXHIBIT D
City of Round Rock
Ledbetter Street Improvements
Summary of Basic Services
02/05/03
/EXHIBIT'D7
City of Round Rock Ledbeffer Street Improvements
Freese and Nichols Basic Services and Costs
M:1Round Rock - Ledbetter Street\Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls 1'
02/05/03
$145.00
$120.00
$100.00
$75.00
$50.00
Design
Element
Task
sJno
Office
Manager
sJnoI
Engineer
VI
s.ino
Engineer
IV
sJnoHl
Technicia
n
sinoI
Word
Processing
Project Management
Execute contract with subs
1
$145.00
4
$480.00
Monitor design activities of subs and design staff
8
$960.00
Monitor schedule and budgets
8
$960.00
Weekly reports
8
$960.00
Coordinate / attend meetings with subs and with City staff
4
4
$480.00
$480.00
4
4
_
$400.00
$400.00
Coordinate / conduct neighborhood meetings
Attend pre -bid conference
4
$480.00
4
$400.00
Prepare and issue addenda
2
$240.00
4
$400.00
Prepare recommendation of selected bidder
1
$120.00
6
$600.00
Attend pre- construction conference
4
$480.00
4
$400.00
Ensure QA / QC performed at appropriate times
1
$145.00
1
$120.00
0
$0.00
Project Management Total
2
$290.00
48
$5,760.00
26
$2,600.00
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
Total Hours
74
Total Cost
38,650.00
Drainage Design
Determine / review Round Rock drainage criteria
8
$800.00
Determine drainage areas
8
$800.00
Design drainage system
4
$480.00
40
$4,000.00
Determine easement needs
4
$400.00
Drainage Design Total
4
$480.00
60
$6,000.00
0
$0.00
Total Hours
0
$0.00
64
Total Cost
$6,480.00
/EXHIBIT'D7
City of Round Rock Ledbeffer Street Improvements
Freese and Nichols Basic Services and Costs
M:1Round Rock - Ledbetter Street\Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls 1'
02/05/03
Design
Element
Task
smoHl
Office
Manager
1 sJ noi
Engineer
VI
1 sinoi
Engineer
IV
1 sanoi
Technicia
n
1 sm oil
Word
Processing
Street Design
Obtain from City design / drafting / plan requirements
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Receive survey / plot
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
2
$200.00
6
$450.00
$0.00
Obtain utility location information / plot
Development street alignment
0
0
$0.00
$0.00
0
0
$0.00
$0.00
1
16
$100.00
$1,600.00
4
4
$300.00
$300.00
$0.00
$0.00
Obtain City approval of street alignment
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Develop plan and profile sheets
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
40
$4,000.00
20
$1,500.00
$0.00
Develop graphic designs for neighborhood presentation
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
2
$200.00
2
$150.00
$0.00
Gather/ write specifications
0
0
$0.00
$0.00
0
0
$0.00
$0.00
12
8
$1,200.00
$800.00
$0.00
$0.00
4
$200.00
$0.00
Prepare construction cost estimates
Reproduce drawings for review
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
$0.00
4
$300.00
$0.00
QA / QC
1
$145.00
8
$960.00
1
$100.00
$0.00
$0.00
Reproduce drawings for distribution to bidders
0
$0.00
0
$0.00
$0.00
4
$300.00
$0.00
Street Design Total
1
$145.00
8
$960.00
90
$9,000.00
44
$3,300.00
4
$200.00
Total Hours
146
Total Cost
$13,605.00
Water Line Design
Determine Round Rock criteria for water line design
0
$0.00
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Gather information on existing water lines in area
$0.00
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Determine if the line can be looped or if it will be a dead end line
$0.00
$0.00
8
$800.00
$0.00
$0.00
Determine water system needs
$0.00
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Establish alignment and check with SUE for possible conflicts
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
8
20
$800.00
$2,000.00
20
$0.00
$1,500.00
$0.00
Prepare plan and profile sheets
$0.00
Submit for review
$0.00
$0.00
4
$400.00
$0.00
$0.00
Incorporate review comments
$0.00
$0.00
8
$800.00
4
$300.00
$0.00
Specifications
$0.00
$0.00
8
$800.00
0
$0.00
4
$200.00
QA / QC
1
$145.00
8
$960.00
1
$100.00
$0.00
$0.00
Sign and seal
0
$0.00
$0.00
2
$200.00
$0.00
$0.00
1
$145.00
8
$960.00
71
$7,100.00
24
$1,800.00
4
$200.00
Total Hours
107
Total Cost
$10,205.00
Grand Total Hours
391
Grand Total Cost
$38,940.00
,EXHIBIT D
City of Round Roc Ledbetter Street Improvements
Freese and Nichols Basic Services and Costs
M: \Round Rock - Ledbetter Street \Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls 2
02/05/03
Hill Country Environmental, Inc
Environmental / Permitting
Site Reconnaissance
$740.00
Gathering / Review of Environmental Databases
$850.00
Mapping Potential Environmental Constraints
$1,250.00
Coordination with Regulator Agencies
$930.00
Notification and Permits to Regularoty Agencies
$930.00
Prepare Environmetnal Assessment Documentation
$1,670.00
Expenses
$160.00
Environmental / Permitting Total
$6,530.00
Southwest Strategies Group
Right of Way Acquisition
Coordinate title run and appraisal
Review title, survey, environmental, and appraisal
Meet with owner to negotiate sale
Submit closing package to funding agency
Coordinate closing
Right of Way Acquisition Total
$10,500.00
Surveying and Mapping, Inc.
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Utility record research (Level D)
Utility surface feature Feld survey (Level C)
Subsurface Utility Engineering Total
$5,300.00
Surveying
Boundary survey and control
Design survey
Platting
Surveying Total
$30,642.50
EXHIBIT D
City of Round Rock
Ledbetter Street Improvements
Subconsultant Tasks and Costs
M:\Round Rock - Ledbetter Street \Scope of Services Revised 02- 05- 03.xls 02/05/03
CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE
PRODUCER
Wm Rigg Co.
777 Main St 4C -50
Ft Worth Tx 76102
INSURED C HARTFORD UNDERWRITERS
Freese A Nichols, Inc.
4055 International Plaza suite N200 D CONTINENTAL CAS
Ft Worth Tx 76109-4895
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT the Insured named above is insured by the Companies listed above with respect to the
buslRtesa operations hereinafter described, for the types of insurance and in accordance with the provisions of the
standard policies used by the companies, and Mater hereinafter described. Exceptions to the policies are noted below.
CO TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY EFFECIrvE EXPIRATION LIMITS
L32 NUMBER DATE DATE
A GENERAL LIABILITY 46UUMUx9972 10.23-02 10.2103
AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY 46UENUY0782 10.23-02 10-23-03 COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT 51,000.000
BODILY INJURY (Per person) S
BODILY INIURY (Per acelden0 S
PROPERTY DAMAGE S
A EXCESS I.IABU,ny 46X10UUX9399 1023 -02 10.23.03 Mai OCCURRENCE $ 10,000,000
AGGREGATE 310.000000
WORKERS' COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS LIABILITY STATUTORY LIMITS $ 300,000
C WC46034025 10 2023-03 EACH ACCIDENT 5500,000
DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT 3500,000
DISEASE -EACH EMPLOYEE 3
PROFESSIONAL LIABIL TTY
D AEA003214422 12.30-01 12 -30-04 55,000400 PER CLAIM
510,000.000 PER AGGREGATE, 0407,000 DEDUCTIBLE
DESCRB7ION OP OPE RATIONS /LOCATIONS/VEHICLES/SPECIAL ITEMS /EXCEPTIONS
The City of Round Rock is named as additional insured with respect to aN policies except Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability and
Professional Liabitia. Should any of the above described policies be cancelled or clanged before the expiration date thereof, the issuing company
will mail thirty (30) days written notice to the certificate holder tamed below.
CERTIFICATE HOLDER: City Manager
City of Round Rock
221 E. Main Street
Round Rock. Texas 73464
Cat of Ensur pros
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Date:2 -11.03
COMPANIES AFFORDIN0 COVERAE
A HARTFORD CAS INS CO
B TWIN CITY FIRE
SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENT
EXHIBIT - Revised 10/2002
GENERAL, AGGREGATE 5 2 ,000,000
PRODUCIS.COMP /OPAGG. $ 2,000,000
PERSONAL & ADV. MIRY S 1,000,000
EACH OCCURRENCE 5 1.000,000
FIRE DAMAGE (Any one fire) $
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Typed Name: CAROL NOONE
Title: _VICE PRESIDENT
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MEETING OF THE COURT OF COMMON COUNCIL
MONDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 13, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Her Honor Council President rJo Winch, at 8:05 pm.
Present: Councilpersons Veronica Airey-Wilson, Alexander Aponte, James M. Boucher, Luis E.
Cotto, Larry Deutsch, Kenneth H. Kennedy, Matthew D. Ritter, Calixto Torres and rJo Winch.
Also present: Corporation Counsel Sandra Kee Borges.
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Items considered on the Consent Calendar: See Paragraphs *
Items consider under suspension of Rule XIV were approved by roll-call vote 9 to 0.
COMMUNICATIONS:
1. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Correction of Member's Term
on Human Relations Commission.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Enclosed please find, for your consideration, a resolution which corrects the expiration
date of Sylvia Reid’s term on the Human Relations Commission.
On April 26, 2010, the Council confirmed my appointment of Sylvia Reid to the Human
Relations Commission for a term beginning April 12, 2010. The expiration date of the
appointment was intended to be February 24, 2013, but the year was inadvertently typed as
“2010”. The attached resolution corrects that error.
I respectfully request your favorable action on this resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The appointment of Sylvia D. Reid (D) of 28 Gray Street, Hartford, CT 06105
(vacancy) to the Human Relations Commission was confirmed by Council on April 26, 2010,
and
Whereas,
The expiration date of Ms. Reid’s term is February 24, 2013, but said date was
inadvertently typed in the resolution as February 24, 2010, now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the term of Sylvia Reid on the Human Relations Commission is hereby
confirmed as April 12, 2010 through February 24, 2013.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
2. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to apply for and
accept a grant from the Connecticut State Library for the renovation of the Multi-Purpose
Room of the Downtown Branch of the Hartford Public Library.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached for your consideration is a resolution authorizing the City of Hartford and the
Hartford Public Library to submit an application to and accept grant funds from the Connecticut
State Library for the renovation of space in the Central Branch of the Hartford Public Library for
the creation of a Multi-Purpose Room.
The Multi-Purpose Room is located on the main floor of the Library, is 4,049 square feet
in size, and was previously used for staff and collections during the construction of the new
Library. It is currently used for a wide variety of programs, but is only partially finished and has
no blinds, acoustical treatment, or appropriate equipment. The design for the renovated space
will not only make the room fully functional for programs, events, and large group meetings, but
will allow the division of the room into two spaces which will enable small groups to meet for
more intimate meetings and discussions.
The grant from the CT State Library is expected to be $153,333. The total cost of the
project will be $460,000. The remaining funds ($306,667) will be allocated from the Library’s
Capital Fund.
In order to meet State deadlines for the grant, I respectfully request action by the Court of
Common Council at your meeting of September 13, 2010.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The Hartford Public Library’s Downtown Branch hosts many programs and
activities of varying types and sizes over the course of the year, and
Whereas,
Space on the Main Floor of the Central Library, that previously housed library
collections and staff during the construction of the Library, is currently being used for
programming, and
Whereas,
This space does not have ceiling treatment, interior wall partitions, window
blinds, or equipment for audio visual presentations, and
Whereas,
The Library has developed a design for a Multi-Purpose Room in this space
which would include acoustical partitions, a sprinkler system, acoustical ceiling tiles, closets,
light fixtures, lecterns, a speaker system, audio visual equipment, and other improvements to
make the room fully usable for many types of programming, and
Whereas,
The cost of improvements to the Multi-Purpose Room will be approximately
$460,000, and
Whereas,
The Connecticut State Library has indicated the availability of $153,333 in its
Construction Grants for Distressed Municipalities program, and
Whereas,
Additional funds in the amount of $306,667 to complete the project will come
from the Library’s capital fund; now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to apply for and accept a grant of
$153,333 from the Connecticut State Library to be used for the renovation and improvement of
the Multi-Purpose Room on the Main Floor of the Downtown Branch of the Hartford Public
Library, and be it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is authorized to execute any and all manner of other
documents and to take such other actions as he, the Corporation Counsel, and the Hartford Public
Library may deem appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to receive, contract
and expend the above referenced grant funds, and be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned
agreement or other documents, or to take any of the aforesaid actions, and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the parties executing such documents, and taking
such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor, the
Corporation Counsel, and the Hartford Public Library.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
3. MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to enter into and
execute a license agreement for twelve parking spaces at the 166 Sheldon Street Parking
Lot to the United States Marshalls/Court Security Officers
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Enclosed, for your consideration, is a resolution regarding a license for twelve (12)
parking spaces at the 166 Sheldon Street parking lot (the “Property”) by the City of Hartford
(“City”) to the United States Marshalls/Court Security Officers (the “Licensee”).
On August 31, 2007, the City and Licensee entered into a License Agreement
(“Agreement”) whereby the City licensed twelve (12) parking spaces on the Property to the
Licensee at Fifty Dollars and 00/100 ($50.00) per parking space/per month. The Agreement was
for an initial term of one (1) year with two (2) options to renew for one (1) year each.
The Licensee has exercised all renewal options and, in anticipation of the expiration of
the Agreement, has requested the continued use of the twelve (12) parking spaces on the
Property.
The City conducted market rate analyses and, based on said analyses, the existing rate of
Fifty Dollars and 00/100 ($50.00) per space is consistent with the current market rate.
Consequently, the City seeks to enter into a new license agreement with the Licensee under the
same terms and conditions as the expiring Agreement. Based on the foregoing, I recommend
and support your approval of the attached resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The City of Hartford (the “City”) is the owner of a certain parcel of real
property known as 166 Sheldon Street (the “Property”); and
Whereas,
In August of 2007, the City entered into a License Agreement (“Agreement”)
with the United States Marshals/Court Security Officers (“Licensee”), wherein the City licensed
twelve (12) parking spaces on the Property to the Licensee at Fifty Dollars ($50.00) per month
per space for one year with two (2) additional terms of one (1) year each; and
Whereas,
All renewal options under the terms of the Agreement have expired and the
Licensee has requested the continued use of the Property for parking; and
Whereas,
The City conducted market rate analyses and based on said analyses the
existing rate of Fifty Dollars and 00/100 ($50.00) per space is consistent with the current market
rate; and
Whereas,
The City is willing to enter into a new license agreement with the Licensee
subject to the following terms and conditions:
Initial term is for one (1) year, commencing on September 1, 2010 and ending on
August 31, 2011 with two (2) options to renew for one (1) year each.
The total monthly payment for the twelve (12) spaces shall be Six Hundred
Dollars and 00/100 ($600.00), now therefore be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to enter into and execute a license
agreement with the Licensee for the purposes set forth above, upon and subject to the above
terms and conditions that the Mayor and the Corporation Counsel may deem appropriate and in
the best interests of the City; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby further authorized to execute any and all manner of
other documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel may deem
appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to effectuate the above transaction; and
be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned license
agreement, or to take any of the other aforesaid actions; and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the Mayor executing such license agreement and
taking such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor and the
.
Corporation Counsel
Referred to the Planning and Economic Development Services Committee.
4. MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to enter into and
execute a license agreement for ten parking spaces at the 166 Sheldon Street Parking Lot to
the United States District Court.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Enclosed is a resolution for your consideration approving a license for ten (10) parking
spaces at the 166 Sheldon Street parking lot (the “Property”) by the City of Hartford (“City”) to
the United States District Court (the “Licensee”).
On August 31, 2007, the City and Licensee entered into a License Agreement
(“Agreement”) whereby the City licensed ten (10) parking spaces on the Property to the Licensee
at Forty Dollars and 00/100 ($40.00) per space/per month. The Agreement was for an initial
term of one (1) year with two (2) options to renew for one (1) year each. The Licensee has
exercised all renewal options and has requested the continued use of the Property for parking.
The Assessor’s Office, at the request of the Finance Department, conducted a market
analysis of the current market rate for the parking spaces. The Assessor’s Office suggested a rate
of $50-$60 per space/per month. The Office of Corporation Counsel commissioned a market
analysis from the J.F. Mulready Company who suggested a rental rate of $50.00 per space/per
month. Following consideration of the foregoing analyses, the City and Licensee have agreed to
maintain the reasonable rental rate of Forty Dollars and 00/100 ($40.00) per space/per month in
the spirit of intergovernmental cooperation.
Based on the foregoing, I recommend and support your approval of the attached
resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The City of Hartford (the “City”) is the owner of a certain parcel of real
property known as 166 Sheldon Street (the “Property”); and
Whereas,
In August of 2007, the City entered into a License Agreement (“Agreement”)
with the United States District Court (“Licensee”), wherein the City licensed ten (10) parking
spaces on the Property to the Licensee at Forty Dollars ($40.00) per month per space for one (1)
year with two (2) additional terms of one (1) year each; and
Whereas,
All renewal options under the terms of the Agreement have expired and the
Licensee has requested the continued use of the Property for parking; and
Whereas,
The City and Licensee have agreed to maintain the rate of Forty Dollars and
00/100 ($40.00) per space/per month; and
Whereas,
The City is willing to enter into a new license agreement with the Licensee
subject to the following terms and conditions:
Initial term is for one (1) year, commencing on September 1, 2010 and ending on
August 31, 2011 with two (2) options to renew for one (1) year each.
The total monthly payment for the ten (10) spaces shall be Four Hundred Dollars
and 00/100 ($400.00). now therefore be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to enter into and execute a license
agreement with the Licensee for the purposes set forth above, upon and subject to the above
terms and conditions that the Mayor and the Corporation Counsel may deem appropriate and in
the best interests of the City; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby further authorized to execute any and all manner of
other documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel may deem
appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to effectuate the above transaction; and
be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned license
agreement, or to take any of the other aforesaid actions; and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the Mayor executing such license agreement and
taking such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor and the
Corporation Counsel.
Referred to the Planning and Economic Development Services Committee.
5. MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to enter into and
execute a license agreement for eighteen parking spaces at the 141 Sheldon Street Parking
Lot to eighteen individual employees of the Department of Justice.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Enclosed, for your consideration, is a resolution authorizing license agreements for
eighteen (18) parking spaces at the 141 Sheldon Street parking lot (the “Property”) by the City of
Hartford (“City”) to eighteen (18) individual employees of the Department of Justice
(collectively, the “Licensees”).
On August 31, 2007, the City and Licensees entered into individual License Agreements
(“Agreements”) whereby the City licensed eighteen (18) parking spaces on the Property to the
Licensees at forty dollars and 00/100 ($40.00) per parking space. The Agreements were for an
initial term of one (1) year with two (2) options to renew for one (1) year each. The Licensees
have exercised all renewal options.
In anticipation of the expiration of the Agreements, the Assistant United States Attorney
expressed the interest of the Licensees in continuing their use of the Property for parking.
The Assessor’s Office, at the request of the Finance Department, conducted a market
analysis of the current market rate for the parking spaces. The Assessor’s Office suggested a rate
of $50-$60 per space/per month. The Office of Corporation Counsel commissioned a market
analysis from the J.F. Mulready Company who suggested a rental rate of $50.00 per space/per
month. Following consideration of the foregoing analyses, the City and Licensees have agreed
to maintain the reasonable rental rate of Forty Dollars and 00/100 ($40.00) per space/per month
in the spirit of intergovernmental cooperation.
Based on the foregoing, I recommend and support your approval of the attached
resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The City of Hartford (the “City”) is the owner of a certain parcel of real
property known as 141 Sheldon Street (known as the city employee parking lot) (the “Property”);
and
Whereas,
In August of 2007, the City entered into individual License Agreements
(“Agreements”) with eighteen (18) employees of the United States Department of Justice (the
“Licensees”), wherein the City licensed to each of the Licensees one parking space at Forty
Dollars and 00/100 ($40.00) per month for one (1) year with two (2) additional terms of one (1)
year each; and
Whereas,
All renewal options under the terms of the Agreements have expired and the
Licensees have requested the continued use of the Property for parking; and
Whereas,
The City and Licensees have agreed to maintain the rate of Forty Dollars and
00/100 ($40.00) per space/per month; and
Whereas,
The City is willing to enter into new license agreements with the Licensees
subject to the following terms and conditions:
Initial term is for one (1) year, commencing on September 1, 2010 and ending on
August 31, 2011 with two (2) options to renew for one (1) year each.
The total monthly payment for the eighteen (18) spaces shall be Seven Hundred
Twenty Dollars and 00/100 ($720.00).; now therefore be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to enter into and execute license
agreements with the Licensee for the purposes set forth above, upon and subject to the above
terms and conditions that the Mayor and the Corporation Counsel may deem appropriate and in
the best interests of the City; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby further authorized to execute any and all manner of
other documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel may deem
appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to effectuate the above transaction; and
be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned license
agreements, or to take any of the other aforesaid actions; and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the Mayor executing such license agreements
and taking such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor
and the Corporation Counsel.
Referred to the Planning and Economic Development Services Committee.
6. MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to enter into and
execute a license agreement regarding twenty-two parking spaces at the 141 Sheldon Street
Parking Lot to the U.S. District Court.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Enclosed is a resolution for your consideration authorizing a license from the City of
Hartford (“City”) to the United States District Court (the “Licensee”) for twenty-two (22)
parking spaces at the 141 Sheldon Street parking lot (the “Property”).
On August 31, 2007, the City and Licensee entered into a License Agreement
(“Agreement”) whereby the City licensed twenty-two (22) parking spaces on the Property to the
Licensee at Forty Dollars and 00/100 ($40.00) per parking space/per month. The Agreement was
for an initial term of one (1) year with two (2) options to renew for one (1) year each. The
Licensee has exercised all renewal options and has requested the continued use of the twenty-two
(22) parking spaces on the Property.
The Assessor’s Office, at the request of the Finance Department, conducted a market
analysis of the current market rate for the parking spaces. The Assessor’s Office suggested a rate
of $50-$60 per space/per month. The Office of Corporation Counsel commissioned a market
analysis from the J.F. Mulready Company who suggested a rental rate of $50.00 per space/per
month. Following consideration of the foregoing analyses, the City and Licensee have agreed to
maintain the reasonable rental rate of Forty Dollars and 00/100 ($40.00) per space/per month in
the spirit of intergovernmental cooperation.
Based on the foregoing, I recommend and support your approval of the attached
resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The City of Hartford (the “City”) is the owner of a certain parcel of real
property known as 141 Sheldon Street (the City employees parking lot) (the “Property”); and
Whereas,
In August of 2007, the City entered into a License Agreement (“Agreement”)
with the United States District Court (“Licensee”), wherein the City licensed twenty-two parking
spaces on the Property to the Licensee at Forty Dollars ($40.00) per month per space for one (1)
year with two (2) additional terms of one (1) year each; and
Whereas,
All renewal options under the terms of the Agreement have expired and the
Licensee has requested the continued use of the Property for parking; and
Whereas,
The City and Licensee have agreed to maintain the rate of Forty Dollars and
00/100 ($40.00) per space/per month; and
Whereas,
The City is willing to enter into a new license agreement with the Licensee
subject to the following terms and conditions:
Initial term is for one (1) year, commencing on September 1, 2010 and ending on
August 31, 2011, with two (2) options to renew for one (1) year each.
The total monthly payment for the twenty-two (22) spaces shall be Eight Hundred
Eighty Dollars and 00/100 ($880.00), now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to enter into and execute a license
agreement with the Licensee for the purposes set forth above, upon and subject to the above
terms and conditions that the Mayor and the Corporation Counsel may deem appropriate and in
the best interests of the City; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby further authorized to execute any and all manner of
other documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel may deem
appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to effectuate the above transaction; and
be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned license
agreement, or to take any of the other aforesaid actions; and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the Mayor executing such license agreement and
taking such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor and the
Corporation Counsel.
Referred to the Planning and Economic Development Services Committee.
7. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to accept $60,000
from three area hospitals to support a community health needs assessment.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached for your consideration is a resolution authorizing me to accept $60,000 from
three area hospitals to support a community health needs assessment.
The Department of Health and Human Services is partnering with three area hospitals to
conduct a community health needs assessment within Hartford, with the objectives of developing
community health improvement plans, reinforcing the hospitals’ commitment to community
benefit, and prioritizing public health endeavors.
The three area hospitals, Hartford Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center,
and the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, are partially sponsoring this project by
contributing $20,000 each for a total of $60,000.00, for the period of September 1, 2010 to June
30, 2011.
I have attached a resolution for your consideration and I recommend its passage.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The Department of Health and Human Services is partnering with area
hospitals to conduct a community health needs assessment within the city; and
Whereas,
The objectives of this assessment are to utilize its results in developing
community health improvement plans as well as to reinforce the hospitals’ commitment to
community benefit and to prioritize public health endeavors; and
Whereas,
The three area hospitals, Hartford Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital and Medical
Center and the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center are partially sponsoring this project; now,
therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to accept approximately twenty thousand
dollars ($20,000.00) from each hospital for a total of approximately sixty thousand dollars
($60,000.00), for the period of September 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is authorized to execute any and all manner of other
documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel may deem
appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to receive, contract and expend the above
referenced grant funds, and be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned
agreement or other documents, or to take any of the aforesaid actions, and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the parties executing such documents, and taking
such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor and the
Corporation Counsel.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
8. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to apply for and
accept reimbursement funds approved under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation
Block Grant.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached for your consideration is a resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for and
accept reimbursement funds approved under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block
Grant (EECBG).
On May 11, 2009 the Hartford Court of Common Council passed a resolution authorizing
the City to submit an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) application to
the U.S. Department of Energy for funds authorized under the American Recovery and
Reinvestment Act.
The Department of Energy is now requesting a new council resolution authorizing Mayor
Pedro E. Segarra to be the designated City representative for receipt of funds reimbursed to the
City under the EECBG.
I respectfully request your favorable action on this resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
On September 28, 2009 as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment
Act (ARRA), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) awarded the City of Hartford an Energy
Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) in the amount of $1,372,700.00; and
Whereas,
The purpose of the EECBG is to assist eligible entities in creating and
implementing strategies to (1) Reduce fossil fuel emissions in a manner that is environmentally
sustainable and, to the maximum extent practicable, maximizes benefits for local and regional
communities; (2) Reduce the total energy use of the eligible entities; and (3) Improve energy
efficiency in the building sector, the transportation sector and other appropriate sectors; and
Whereas,
The DOE awarded the grant to the City of Hartford on a plan of
reimbursement for funds expended on activities approved as part of the City’s submitted and
approved plan, and
Whereas,
The City of Hartford is implementing the City’s plan, approved by the DOE as
part of the EECBG, and is applying for reimbursement of funds for plan expenditures; and
Whereas,
The Court of Common Council, on May 11, 2010, authorized then Mayor,
Eddie A. Perez, to submit the City’s Plan for the EECBG to DOE for approval by the June 25,
2009 deadline; now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council hereby authorizes Mayor Pedro E.
Segarra, upon approval by DOE, to implement and carry out all activities in accordance with the
adopted City Plan for the EECBG, including negotiation and entering into all necessary
agreements, and soliciting proposals from prospective sub-recipients; and be it further
Resolved,
That Mayor Pedro E. Segarra is hereby authorized to execute any and all
manner of other documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel
may deem appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to effectuate the above
transaction; and be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned
agreement or other documents, or to take any of the other aforesaid actions; and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the Mayor executing such agreement and
documents, and taking such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to
the Mayor and the Corporation Counsel.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
9. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to accept the
Federal Fiscal Year 2011 Emergency Management Performance Grant.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached is a resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Hartford, to
accept the Federal Fiscal Year 2011 Emergency Management Performance Grant that supports
the City’s Emergency Management Program. The grant is made on a per capita basis and the
FY2011 allocation has been increased to .50 cents per capita, a slight increase over the .46 cents
per capita in 2010.
The program funding will be used by the Department of Emergency Services and
Telecommunications to reduce the City’s cost for a mandated Emergency Management Director,
an Emergency Operations Plan that is reviewed and up-dated annually, WEB Emergency
Operations Center (WEB EOC), and an Emergency Operations Center (currently located at 550
Main Street). In addition, the funds will support Hartford’s commitment to saving lives and
protecting property in the event of a natural or man-made disaster.
Your support of this resolution is respectfully requested.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The State of Connecticut Department of Emergency Management and
Homeland Security makes State and Local Assistance (SLA) funding available to support local
emergency management; and
Whereas,
The City of Hartford is committed to the development and coordination of a
local Emergency Management Program with the goal of saving lives and protecting property;
and
Whereas,
With these funds, the City of Hartford supports the position of Director of
Emergency Management for the purpose of (1) Emergency Organization, Planning, and
Management, (2) Direction, Control, and Warning, (3) Population Protection and (4) Training
and Exercising; now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Hartford, is hereby
authorized to accept the 2011 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) funding in
an amount approximately equal to the amount of $57,069 which the City received in 2010 from
the State of Connecticut Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, and be
it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is authorized to execute any and all manner of other
documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel may deem
appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to receive, contract and expend the above
referenced grant funds, and be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned
agreement or other documents, or to take any of the aforesaid actions, and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the parties executing such documents, and taking
such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor and the
Corporation Counsel.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
10.*MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to accept
$702,268.09 from the State of Connecticut's Fiscal Year 2010/2011 funds for Enhanced 9-1-
1.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached for your consideration is a resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the
City of Hartford, to accept $702,268.09 from the State of Connecticut’s Fiscal Year 2010/2011
funds for Enhanced 9-1-1. These funds are authorized by Section 28-24-3 of the Regulations of
the State of Connecticut and are made available to cities with populations greater than 40,000.
Program funding will be used by the Department of Emergency Services and
Telecommunications for the purpose of providing emergency telecommunications services and
will be used for communications equipment, maintenance, and training.
Your support for this resolution is respectfully requested.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The Regulations of the State of Connecticut, Section 28-24-3 provide for cities
with populations greater than 40,000 to receive Enhanced 9-1-1 funding; and
Whereas,
The State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety has notified the City’s
Department of Emergency Services and Telecommunications of its Fiscal Year 2010/2011
subsidy based on a per capita formula; and
Whereas,
To be eligible for this funding, the City must have a primary Public Safety
Answering Point which meets the criteria defined in Public Act 96-150, and
Whereas,
The City of Hartford provides such an Answering Point in the Department of
Emergency Services and Telecommunications, now therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Hartford, is hereby
authorized to accept the Fiscal Year 2010/2011 Department of Public Safety E 9-1-1 funding in
the amount of $702,268.09 to provide telecommunication services, and be it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is authorized to execute any and all manner of other
documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel may deem
appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to receive, contract and expend the above
referenced grant funds, and be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned
agreement or other documents, or to take any of the aforesaid actions, and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the parties executing such documents, and taking
such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor and the
Corporation Counsel.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
11. MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization for the Hartford
Parking Authority to offer five free parking days through the Special/Holiday Parking
Days Program.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached, for your consideration, please find a resolution that would authorize the
Hartford Parking Authority to offer up to five free parking days during the 2010- 2011 fiscal
year.
In September 2009, the Hartford Parking Authority (Authority) created a Strategic
Marketing Plan (Plan) to increase usage of the Authority’s parking garages by monthly and
hourly users. The Plan was grounded in survey research conducted in July of 2009. It was
designed to increase awareness and visits to all HPA facilities, with a special focus on the
Morgan Street Garage (MSG), in order to increase revenue and assist in downtown revitalization
efforts.
The first step taken by the Authority, and approved by the Court of Common Council,
was the establishment of incentive rates for monthly parking patrons at the Morgan Street
Garage. The rates went into effect on August 1, 2010, and to date, more than 50 new parkers
have enrolled. The Authority is now seeking approval of new rates associated with three
marketing programs designed to meet the goals of the Plan and enhance revenue: “Loyalty”,
“Five Free Days”, and “Refer a Friend”. The attached resolution authorizes the Five Free Days
program.
On September 1, 2010, the Authority approved a resolution authorizing up to five days of
free parking on days, times and at locations approved by the Board during the 2010-2011 fiscal
year. The purpose of the program is to help attract people to downtown shops, restaurants and
other destinations on specific days. The day after Thanksgiving is an example of one such day.
Since each day would result in a revised rate, Court of Common Council approval of the
Authority’s resolution is required.
I recommend approval of the attached resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The Hartford Parking Authority passed the following Resolution on September
1, 2010:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FIVE FREE PARKING DAYS AT HARTFORD
PARKING AUTHORITY GARAGES IN SUPPORT OF DOWNTOWN
BUSINESSES.
Whereas,
The Hartford Parking Authority (“Authority”) has adopted the mission
statement that states that the on and off-street parking system of the City of
Hartford (“City”) shall support existing land uses and encourage economic
growth, to assist the City’s economic vitality; and
Whereas,
The Authority utilized survey research to develop a Strategic Marketing Plan
(“Plan”) to increase usage of the Authority’s parking garages by monthly and
hourly users and assist with economic development efforts; and
Whereas,
The Authority has engaged Business for Downtown Hartford and the Business
Improvement District to design new parking programs to carry out the Plan;
and
Whereas,
As a means of spurring retail traffic, the Authority is proposing a
Special/Holiday Parking Days Program which would provide up to five days
of free parking on days, times and at locations approved by the Authority
during the 2010 -2011 fiscal year; and
Whereas,
Pursuant to §10-15(4) of the Hartford Municipal Code, the revised rate
associated with the Special/Holiday Parking Days Program is subject to the
approval of the City’s Court of Common Council, now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Authority hereby approves the Special/Holiday Parking Day Program,
based on the terms outlined above; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Chief Executive Officer is directed to forward this resolution to the
City’s Court of Common Council for approval; and be it further
Resolved,
The court of Common Council supports the efforts of the Authority to spur
retail traffic in Hartford, now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Hartford Parking Authority is hereby authorized to offer five free
parking days through the Special/Holiday Parking Days Program as described herein.
Referred to the Planning and Economic Development Services Committee.
12. MAYOR SEGARRA de Request to enter into Executive Session to discuss the
resolution of Murtha v. City of Hartford.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
I would like to request that the Council enter into Executive Session during the Council
meeting on Monday, September 13, 2010. A brief session is necessary to discuss the resolution
of Murtha v. City of Hartford.
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Received.
13.* MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to accept
$25,000 from the Connecticut Department of Public Health, through the West Hartford-
Bloomfield Health District.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached for your consideration is a resolution authorizing the City to accept $25,000
from the CT Department of Public Health, through the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health
District, for bioterrorism preparedness planning.
The Cities Readiness Initiative (CRI) is a federally funded project created to prepare
major U.S. cities and metropolitan areas to effectively respond to large scale bioterrorism events,
such as anthrax, by creating Point of Dispensing (POD) sites where antibiotics are dispensed to
the entire identified population within 48 hours of the decision to do so. Federal funds are
provided to the CT Department of Public Health which has contracted with the West Hartford-
Bloomfield Health District to be the fiduciary agency for these funds.
Hartford was chosen as a CRI demonstration site and has previously received grant funds
for this purpose. The $25,000 which has now been allocated will support this project for the
period August 31, 2010 through August 30, 2011.
I recommend passage of the attached resolution.
Respectfully Submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The Connecticut Department of Public Health has made Cities Readiness
Initiative (CRI) funds available for local health departments to develop plans to provide
pharmaceuticals and homeland security preparedness planning within 48 hours of any
catastrophic public health emergency; and
Whereas,
The Connecticut Department of Public Health has entered into a sub-contract
with the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District as the fiduciary agency for these funds; and
Whereas,
The City of Hartford has been chosen as a CRI demonstration site; and
Whereas,
The City of Hartford Department of Health and Human Services will use these
funds for services, supplies and equipment used in the development of this plan; now, therefore,
be it
Resolved,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized to accept approximately twenty five
thousand dollars ($25,000.00) from the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District in Cities
Readiness Initiative (CRI) Grant funds for the period of August 31, 2010 through August 30,
2011; and be it further
Resolved,
That funds authorized through the previous CRI Grant be utilized by the
Hartford Health and Human Services Department to complete certain obligations under the
grant; and be it further
Resolved,
That the existing CRI contract with the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health
District for CRI funds be extended for the period August 31, 2010 through August 30, 2011, and
be it further
Resolved,
That the Mayor is authorized to execute any and all manner of other
documents and to take such other actions as he and the Corporation Counsel may deem
appropriate and in the best interests of the City in order to develop the infrastructure needed to
plan and prepare for a mass vaccination event and receive, contract and expend the above
referenced grant funds, and be it further
Resolved,
That no person or entity shall be entitled to rely on, or otherwise claim any
benefit by reason of this resolution should the Mayor fail to execute the aforementioned
agreement or other documents, or to take any of the aforesaid actions, and be it further
Resolved,
That all approvals and authorizations provided hereby are contingent upon,
and only shall be effective on and by means of, the parties executing such documents, and taking
such actions, all of which shall be, in form and substance, acceptable to the Mayor and the
Corporation Counsel.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
14. MAYOR SEGARRA de Submission of Fourth Quarter Report for Fiscal Year 2009-10
no later than Friday September 10, 2010.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
As you know, the Hartford City Charter requires me to submit to the Council, not later
than its first meeting in September, a “concise and comprehensive report of the financial
transactions and administrative activities of the City government” during the previous fiscal year.
This letter is to notify you that, in compliance with the Charter, I will be submitting to you, no
later than Friday, September 10, 2010, the Fourth Quarter Report for the Fiscal Year 2009-10.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Received
15. MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Approval for the establishment
of a Loyalty Program for parking patrons by the Hartford Parking Authority.
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached, for your consideration, is a resolution approving the establishment, by the
Hartford Parking Authority, of a Loyalty Program during the 2010- 2011 fiscal year.
In September 2009, the Hartford Parking Authority (Authority) created a Strategic
Marketing Plan (Plan) to increase usage of the Authority’s parking garages by monthly and
hourly users. The Plan was grounded in survey research conducted in July of 2009. It was
designed to increase awareness and visits to all HPA facilities, with a special focus on the
Morgan Street Garage (MSG), in order to increase revenue and assist in downtown revitalization
efforts.
The first step taken by the Authority, and approved by the Court of Common Council,
was the establishment of incentive rates for monthly parking patrons at the Morgan Street
Garage. The rates went into effect on August 1, 2010, and to date, more than 50 new parkers
have enrolled. The Authority is now seeking approval of new rates associated with three
marketing programs designed to meet the goals of the Plan and enhance revenue: “Loyalty”,
“Five Free Days”, and “Refer a Friend”. The attached resolution authorizes the Loyalty
Program.
On September 1, 2010, the Hartford Parking Authority passed a resolution approving the
establishment of a Loyalty Program for the 2010-2011 Fiscal Year. The program is designed to
reward repeated use of Authority garages by hourly and daily parking patrons.By utilizing
Reward Cards, a patron that makes three paid visits to any Authority garage will earn a free
fourth visit, which must be redeemed by June 30, 2011. Reward cards will be distributed
through multiple outlets, including downtown shops and restaurants. Since the granting of a free
visit amounts to a revision to the hourly rate, Court of Common Council approval of the
Authority’s resolution is required.
I recommend approval of the attached resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The Hartford Parking Authority passed the following Resolution on September
1, 2010:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A LOYALTY
PROGRAM FOR PARKING PATRONS
Whereas,
The Hartford Parking Authority (“Authority”) has adopted the mission
statement that states that the on and off-street parking system of the City of
Hartford (“City”) shall support existing land uses and encourage economic
growth, to assist the City’s economic vitality; and
Whereas,
The Authority utilized survey research to develop a Strategic
Marketing Plan (“Plan”) to increase usage of the Authority’s parking garages by
monthly and hourly users and assist with economic development efforts; and
Whereas,
The Authority has engaged Business for Downtown Hartford and the
Business Improvement District to design new parking programs to carry out the
Plan; and
Whereas,
In order to spur repeated use of Authority facilities and support
downtown businesses, a Loyalty Program (“Program”) is being proposed to
reward hourly and daily parking patrons; and
Whereas,
A patron that makes three paid visits to any Authority garage will earn
a free, fourth visit which must be redeemed by June 30, 2011; and
Whereas,
Reward Cards, which will be utilized to track visits, will be distributed
through multiple outlets, including downtown shops and restaurants; and
Whereas,
Pursuant to §10-15(4) of the Hartford Municipal Code, the revised rate
associated with the Program, is subject to the approval of the City’s Court of
Common Council, now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Authority hereby approves the Loyalty Program, based on the
terms outlined above; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Chief Executive Officer is directed to forward this resolution
to the City’s Court of Common Council for approval; and be it further
Resolved,
The Court of Common Council supports the efforts of the Authority to spur
repeated use of Authority facilities and support downtown businesses by rewarding hourly and
daily parking patrons, now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Hartford Parking Authority is hereby authorized to implement the
Loyalty Program as described herein.
Referred to the Planning and Economic Development Services Committee.
16. MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Approval of establishment by
the Hartford Parking Authority, of a Refer a Friend Program during the 2010-2011 Fiscal
Year
Communication was received from Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Attached, for your consideration, is a resolution that would approve the establishment, by
the Hartford Parking Authority, of a Refer a Friend Program during the 2010- 2011 fiscal year.
In September 2009, the Hartford Parking Authority (Authority) created a Strategic
Marketing Plan (Plan) to increase usage of the Authority’s parking garages by monthly and
hourly users. The Plan was grounded in survey research conducted in July of 2009. It was
designed to increase awareness and visits to all HPA facilities, with a special focus on the
Morgan Street Garage (MSG), in order to increase revenue and assist in downtown revitalization
efforts.
The first step taken by the Authority, and approved by the Court of Common Council,
was the establishment of incentive rates for monthly parking patrons at the Morgan Street Garage
(MSG). The rates went into effect on August 1, 2010, and to date, more than 50 new parkers
have enrolled. The Authority is now seeking approval of new rates associated with three
marketing programs designed to meet the goals of the Plan and enhance revenue: “Loyalty”,
“Five Free Days”, and “Refer a Friend”. The attached resolution authorizes the Refer a Friend
program.
On September 1, 2010, the Authority approved a resolution approving the establishment
of a Refer a Friend Program for the 2010-2011 Fiscal Year. In order to increase monthly patrons
at MSG, a benefit is being proposed for current monthly patrons (at any HPA facility) who refer
a friend(s) to MSG. A free month of parking will be provided to each individual who refers a
friend who enrolls and pays for three months of parking at MSG.Court of Common Council
approval of the Authority’s resolution is required because the granting of a free month of parking
results in a revision of the monthly rate.
I recommend approval of the attached resolution.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
Whereas,
The Hartford Parking Authority passed the following resolution on September
1, 2010,
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A REFER A FRIEND
PROGRAM
Whereas,
The Hartford Parking Authority (“Authority”) has adopted the mission
statement that states that the on and off-street parking system of the City of Hartford
(“City”) shall support existing land uses and encourage economic growth, to assist the
City’s economic vitality; and
Whereas,
The Authority utilized survey research to develop a Strategic Marketing Plan
(“Plan”) to increase usage of the Authority’s parking garages by monthly and hourly
users and assist with economic development efforts; and
Whereas,
The Authority has engaged Business for Downtown Hartford and the Business
Improvement District to design new parking programs to carry out the Plan; and
Whereas,
A Refer a Friend Program (“Program”) is being proposed to increase monthly
patrons at the Morgan Street Garage (“MSG”); and
Whereas,
Said Program will provide a free month of parking for any current monthly
patron (at any HPA facility) who refers a friend to MSG who enrolls and pays for three
months at MSG; and
Whereas,
Said Program would expire on June 30, 2011, requiring enrollment by
February 28, 2011 in order to take advantage of the benefit; and
Whereas,
Pursuant to §10-15(4) of the Hartford Municipal Code, the revised rate
associated with the Refer a Friend Program is subject to the approval of the City’s Court
of Common Council, now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Authority hereby approves the Refer a Friend Program, based on the
terms outlined above; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Chief Executive Officer is directed to forward this resolution to the
City’s Court of Common Council for approval.
And be it further
Resolved,
The Court of Common Council supports the efforts of the Authority to
increase monthly marking at the Morgan Street Garage, now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Hartford Parking Authority is hereby authorized to implement the
Refer a Friend program as described herein.
Referred to the Planning and Economic Development Services Committee.
17. PUBLIC WORKS, PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE de Discussion
regarding the listing of remainder of Keney Park on the National Register of Historic
Places.
Communication was received from Minority Leader Cotto, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Your Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee held a meeting on August 26,
2010 to discuss the following item:
DISCUSSION REGARDING THE LISTING OF REMAINDER OF KENEY PARK ON THE
NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES.
Present at the meeting was Chairperson Luis Cotto, Majority Leader rJo Winch, Council
members Kenneth Kennedy, Jr. & Matthew Ritter, Council staff Brendan Mahoney, Kejuan
Dillard of the Mayor’s Office, Paul Basch of 31 Woodland Street, Robin Saunders of the CT
Chapter of Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, Kevin Burnham of the Public Works
Department, Laura Knott-Twine & Todd Jones of the Hartford Preservation Alliance, Victor
Luna of the Hartford Democratic Town Committee, Eric Stamm of Hope Out Loud, Don
Chapman of the Planning Division, several representatives of the Friends of Keney Park and
other concerned citizens.
Laura Knott-Twine, Director of the Hartford Preservation Alliance (HPA), delivered a
brief presentation on the prospect of listing the northern (north of Tower Avenue) and middle
(south of Tower Avenue and north of Love Lane) sections of Keney Park on the National
Register of Historic Places. She indicated that the application would be prepared by Todd Jones,
an HPA intern and master’s student at Central Connecticut State University, at no cost to the
City. At present, the southern section of Keney Park (south of Holcomb Street and north of
Greenfield Street) is on the Register.
Ms. Knott-Twine explained that listing the Park on the Register would prevent it from
having an outside government agency or private entity from developing the park in any way that
would stray from the park’s original purpose. She cited examples of additional land being taken
for interstate highway expansion or a developer trying to build houses on the park. She went on
to explain that any future park development in the newly listed section of the park would be
subject to approval by the Hartford Preservation Commission.
Ms. Knott-Twine clarified that with the blessing of the City, Mr. Jones and the HPA
would only begin a preliminary application for the project. This application would indicate that
the project was being undertaken by an individual with adequate credentials to complete an
application for the Register and that an organization intends to pursue research on an historic
place. Prior to filing the final application, community support must behind the application or
work on it will stop. Ms. Knott-Twine stressed that throughout the process the HPA would work
with the neighboring Neighborhood Revitalization Zones, the Friends of Keney Park, the City of
Hartford and the Park’s neighbors.
Jeff Stewart and Bayyinah Lyons of the Friends of Keney Park asked if the nature center,
which the group hoped to build near the Barbour Street entrance, would be precluded from
construction if that section of the park was listed on the Register. Ms. Knott-Twine responded
the process would be almost the same as it is now, but there would be the additional step of
approval by the Preservation Commission. The nature center could go forward.
Others in attendance expressed similar concerns regarding restrictions being placed on
the park by this listing, such as expansion of sports fields. Ms. Knott-Twine indicated that such
expansion would still be possible.
Committee member Winch said that she felt the Public Works, Parks and Environment
Committee supports this listing, but that the HPA should formally meet with the Friends of
Keney Park before going any further, a sentiment echoed by the other committee members. Until
this committee meeting, the HPA and Friends of Keney had not met.
Respectfully submitted, Luis E. Cotto, Chairperson
Received
REPORTS
18. *OPERATIONS, MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET COMMITTEE, with
accompanying substitute resolution de Allocation of funds from the Hartford Civic &
Cultural Affairs Account to the West Indian Parade.
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Operations, Management and Budget
Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
The Operations and Management & Budget Committee held a Special meeting on
Tuesday, September 7, 2010, at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers to discuss the following
agenda item:
West Indian Parade 2010, Heavenly Ground Youth Leadership Program, Uptown Troops Color
Guard de Allocation of funds from the Hartford Civic & Cultural Affairs Account to.
Present at the meeting were Chairman, Kenneth H. Kennedy, Jr., Committee Members,
Jim Boucher and rJo Winch, Councilman Luis Cotto, Human Resource Director, Malave
Santiago, Deputy Finance Director, Lydia Rosario and Management and Budget Director Rick
Galarza.
Council President Winch requested the resolution heading and second Resolved Clause to
reflect the correct name for the fund and the correct Fiscal year included.
A substitute resolution is attached. Motion was made to send the item to the full Council
for approval.
Respectfully submitted, Kenneth H. Kennedy, Jr., Chairperson
Whereas,
The following community-based organizations and initiatives provide critical
community services, advocacy and benefits to Hartford residents, businesses, and institutions,
now, therefore be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council make the allocations to agencies as listed
below; and be it further
Resolved,
That notwithstanding the resolution passed by the Court of Common Council
on July 13, 2009 related to the City of Hartford’s Civic and Cultural Affairs Account, that
agencies awarded grants from the City of Hartford’s Civic and Cultural Affairs Account in this
resolution and the resolution adopted at the July 13, 2009 meeting of the Court of Common
Council, shall follow procedures for the Council Funding Application.
AGENCY AMOUNT
West Indian Parade 2010 $10,000
Heavenly Ground Youth Leadership Program $10,000
UP Town Troops Color Guard $ 2,000
Total $22,000
The substitute resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
19. OPERATIONS, MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET COMMITTEE, with accompanying
substitute resolution de Authorization for Voluntary Retirement Incentive Program.
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Operations, Management and Budget
Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
The Operations and Management & Budget Committee held a Special meeting on
Tuesday, September 7, 2010, at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers to discuss the following
agenda item:
Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution de Authorization for Voluntary Retirement
Incentive Program.
Present at the meeting were Chairman, Kenneth H. Kennedy, Jr., Committee Members,
Jim Boucher and rJo Winch, Councilman Luis Cotto, Human Resource Director, Malave
Santiago, Deputy Finance Director, Lydia Rosario and Management and Budget Director Rick
Galarza.
Human Resource Director, Malave Santiago in his presentation to the Operation,
Management and Budget briefly mentioned the anticipated deficit for the next Fiscal Year. He
also discussed Mayor Segarra’s proposal to develop and offer a voluntary retirement incentive
program to full-time non-bargaining and unclassified employees.
The Director told the Committee that in an effort to resolve the anticipated budget deficit
for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 the Court of Common Council has identified several areas for
reducing a deficit. The areas indentified include employee concessions, reduced or deferred City
contributions to the Municipal Employees Retirement Fund (MERF), and an employee
retirement incentive to all full-time, non-bargaining, and unclassified City employees who
become eligible for normal, early retirement by October 29, 2010. The Administration has
proposed two options for Council’s consideration.
Option 1: Three (3) years of City-paid health insurance under the City’s retiree health
insurance program for the employee and his/her eligible enrolled dependents.
Option 2: The addition of four (4) years of City service credit to the employee’s years of
service for purposes of calculating the employee’s retirement allowance.
Committee members questioned the savings to the City and the time frame to actually see
the savings. They also asked about the number of employees that might be eligible and the time
frame for an eligible employee to accept the offer. Chairman Kennedy made a motion to amend
the third whereas clause and then added a third resolved clause. After the discussion a motion
was made and seconded to send the amended resolution to the full Council for their approval.
There was a quorum.
Respectfully submitted, Kenneth H. Kennedy, Jr., Chairperson
Whereas,
A deficit is anticipated in the City's Fiscal Year 2010-11 budget; and
Whereas,
The Court of Common Council has identified several strategies for reducing such a
deficit, including employee concessions, reduced or deferred City contributions to the Municipal
Employee Retirement Fund, and an employee retirement incentive program; and
Whereas,
The Administration proposes to offer a voluntary employee retirement incentive
program to all full-time City non-bargaining and unclassified employees who with (4) four years
of additional City service credit become eligible for a normal, alternate normal retirement, or are
eligible to add the four years for early retirement by October 29, 2010, who are employees currently
working for the City and;
Whereas,
The Administration has proposed two incentive options for Council's
consideration as follows:
Option 1: Three (3) years of City-paid health insurance under the City's retiree health
insurance program for the employee and his/her eligible enrolled dependents.
Option 2: The addition of four (4) years of City service credit to the employee's years of
service for purposes of calculating the employee's retirement allowance with a minimum
of five (5) years of service without penalties; now, therefore, be
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council authorizes the Mayor to offer an Employee
Retirement Incentive Program as described above and in accordance with Option 1 or 2, and be it
further
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council authorize the Mayor to offer the option of
a lump sum cash out of vacation and sick leave payout to eligible employees who take option 2
only; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council authorizes the Mayor to take into
consideration those instances where an employee's retirement under this incentive program
would cause an undue hardship to City operations and, in those instances, to grant, on a case-by-case
basis, a deferment to such employee.
The resolution was passed, as amended, on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
20.*OPERATIONS, MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET COMMITTEE de Authorization to
execute an amendment to the lease with Marshall Realty Corporation.
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Operations, Management and Budget
Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
The Operations and Management & Budget Committee held a Special meeting on
Tuesday, September 7, 2010, at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers to discuss the following
agenda item:
Mayor Segarra, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to execute an amendment to the
lease with Marshall Realty Corporation.
Present at the meeting were Chairman, Kenneth H. Kennedy, Jr., Committee Members,
Jim Boucher and rJo Winch, Councilman Luis Cotto, Human Resource Director, Malave
Santiago, Deputy Finance Director, Lydia Rosario and Management and Budget Director Rick
Galarza.
Deputy Finance Director, Lydia Rosario spoke to the resolution. In her presentation the
Deputy Finance Director, Lydia Rosario informed the Committee that the property was used
mainly for parking and the resolution presented to the Court of Common Council was regarding
a five (5) year extension (the “Second Extension”) to a lease of a Greater Hartford Flood Plan
Commission (“GHFC”) property. The property is located at 1002-1008 Wethersfield Avenue and
is leased to Marshall Realty Corporation for the purpose of providing additional parking to the
adjacent commercial property owned by Marshall Realty Corporation.
The current market rent for the property is $18.00/parking space. An independent
appraiser commissioned by the City established a parking rate of $26.00/parking space. Marshall
Realty Corporation commissioned a second independent appraiser, that analysis established a
parking rate of approximately $20.83/parking space. After reviewing both appraisals, the City
and Marshall Realty Corporation agreed upon a market rate increase of $4.00 per parking space
over the current rate for the Second Extension.
After the discussion a motion was made and seconded to send the item to the full Council
for their approval. There was a quorum.
Respectfully Submitted, Kenneth H. Kennedy, Jr., Chairperson
The resolution, introduced August 9, 2010, was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
21.*PUBLIC WORKS, PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE de Waiver of half
the fees for Rolla-A-Thon sponsored by the Reeve Foundation at Bushnell Park
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Public Works, Parks and Environment
Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Your Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee held a meeting on August 26,
2010 to discuss the following item:
RESOLUTION BY MINORITY LEADER COTTO DE WAIVER OF HALF THE FEES FOR
REEVE ROLLA-A-THON SPONSORED BY THE REEVE FOUNDATION AT BUSHNELL
PARK.
Present at the meeting was Chairperson Luis Cotto, Majority Leader rJo Winch, Council
members Kenneth Kennedy, Jr. & Matthew Ritter, Council staff Brendan Mahoney, Kejuan
Dillard of the Mayor’s Office, Paul Basch of 31 Woodland Street, Robin Saunders of the CT
Chapter of Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, Kevin Burnham of the Public Works
Department, Laura Knott-Twine & Todd Jones of the Hartford Preservation Alliance, Victor
Luna of the Hartford Democratic Town Committee, Eric Stamm of Hope Out Loud, Don
Chapman of the Planning Division, several representatives of the Friends of Keney Park and
other concerned citizens.
Robin Saunders spoke about this event.
The Committee voted 2 – 0 (Ms. Winch was out of the room at the time of voting and
Mr. Kennedy had not arrived yet) in favor of this item with a recommendation for a 50% waiver
of applicable City fees associated with the event.
Respectfully submitted, Luis E. Cotto, Chairperson
The resolution, introduced August 9, 2010, was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
22.*PUBLIC WORKS, PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE, with
accompanying substitute resolution de Creation by Department of Public Works of Adopt-
a-Median Program.
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Public Works, Parks and Environment
Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Your Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee held a meeting on August 26,
2010 to discuss the following item:
RESOLUTION BY MINORITY LEADER COTTO DE CREATION BY DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS OF ADOPT-A-MEDIAN PROGRAM.
Present at the meeting was Chairperson Luis Cotto, Majority Leader rJo Winch, Council
members Kenneth Kennedy, Jr. & Matthew Ritter, Council staff Brendan Mahoney, Kejuan
Dillard of the Mayor’s Office, Paul Basch of 31 Woodland Street, Robin Saunders of the CT
Chapter of Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, Kevin Burnham of the Public Works
Department, Laura Knott-Twine & Todd Jones of the Hartford Preservation Alliance, Victor
Luna of the Hartford Democratic Town Committee, Eric Stamm of Hope Out Loud, Don
Chapman of the Planning Division, several representatives of the Friends of Keney Park and
other concerned citizens.
Committee members and Public Works Director Kevin Burnham discussed this matter.
Councilman Ritter requested that when developing this program, the Department of Public
Works work with Corporation Counsel to ensure that any First Amendment pit falls are avoided
vis-à-vis what may or may not be printed on the “Adopt-a-Median” signs. Councilman Kennedy
introduced an amendment to the resolution that would allow the Council to have final approval
over any program developed the Department of Public Works Department.
The Committee voted 4 – 0 on the substitute resolution with a recommendation for its
approval by the full Council.
Respectfully submitted, Luis E. Cotto, Chairperson
Whereas,
There are many medians and traffic islands throughout the City of Hartford;
and
Whereas,
As the Public Works Department is stretched thin maintaining the parks and
other large tracts of City property, these medians and traffic islands can fall by the wayside; and
Whereas,
Hartford residents take great pride in the appearance of their community and
are willing to help out if empowered to do so; and
Whereas,
In communities throughout the nation “Adopt-a-Median” programs have been
created to allow individuals, community groups and businesses to adopt a median or traffic
island, oversee its upkeep and credited with a small sign; now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That within ninety (90) of the passage of this resolution, the Department of
Public Works shall create an “Adopt-a-Median” program; and, be it further
Resolved,
That the “Adopt-a-Median” program shall conform to any and all applicable
Union rules and contracts; and, be it further
Resolved,
That the Department of Public Works may charge up to fifty dollars ($50.00)
for signage that credits the individual(s), community group(s) or business(es) that has adopted
the median; and, be it further
Resolved,
That prior to the promulgation of “Adopt-a-Median” program to the public, the
Department of Public Works shall seek final approval of this program’s rules and regulations
from the Court of Common Council.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
23.*PUBLIC WORKS, PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE de Granting
permission to serve alcohol for Hartford Public Library Events.
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Public Works, Parks and Environment
Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Your Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee held a meeting on August 26,
2010 to discuss the following item:
RESOLUTION BY MINORITY LEADER COTTO DE GRANTING PERMISSION TO
SERVE ALCOHOL FOR HARTFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS.
Present at the meeting was Chairperson Luis Cotto, Majority Leader rJo Winch, Council
members Kenneth Kennedy, Jr. & Matthew Ritter, Council staff Brendan Mahoney, Kejuan
Dillard of the Mayor’s Office, Paul Basch of 31 Woodland Street, Robin Saunders of the CT
Chapter of Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, Kevin Burnham of the Public Works
Department, Laura Knott-Twine & Todd Jones of the Hartford Preservation Alliance, Victor
Luna of the Hartford Democratic Town Committee, Eric Stamm of Hope Out Loud, Don
Chapman of the Planning Division, several representatives of the Friends of Keney Park and
other concerned citizens.
The Committee voted 4 – 0 in favor of this item.
Respectfully submitted, Luis E. Cotto, Chairperson
The resolution introduced August 9, 2010, was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
24.*PUBLIC WORKS, PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE de Waiver of half
the fees for the 9th Annual Hope Out Loud Peace and Arts Festival sponsored by the
Connecticut Coalition for Peace and Justice at Bushnell Park.
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Public Works, Parks and Environment
Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Your Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee held a meeting on August 26,
2010 to discuss the following item:
RESOLUTION BY MINORITY LEADER COTTO DE WAIVER OF HALF THE FEES FOR
THE 9TH ANNUAL HOPE OUT LOUD PEACE AND ARTS FESTIVAL SPONSORED BY
THE CONNECTICUT COALITION FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE AT BUSHNELL PARK.
Present at the meeting was Chairperson Luis Cotto, Majority Leader rJo Winch, Council
members Kenneth Kennedy, Jr. & Matthew Ritter, Council staff Brendan Mahoney, Kejuan
Dillard of the Mayor’s Office, Paul Basch of 31 Woodland Street, Robin Saunders of the CT
Chapter of Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, Kevin Burnham of the Public Works
Department, Laura Knott-Twine & Todd Jones of the Hartford Preservation Alliance, Victor
Luna of the Hartford Democratic Town Committee, Eric Stamm of Hope Out Loud, Don
Chapman of the Planning Division, several representatives of the Friends of Keney Park and
other concerned citizens.
Eric Stamm and Caron Shanahan spoke about this event. The Finance Department had
issued a memorandum indicating that Hope Out Loud owed approximately $600 from an event
in 2006, because the bill had been sent to the wrong address. Mr. Stamm indicated that the
organization would pay the pay as soon as it received it.
The Committee voted 4 – 0 in favor of this item with a recommendation for a 50%
waiver of applicable City fees associated with the event.
Respectfully submitted, Luis E. Cotto, Chairperson
The resolution, introduced August 9, 2010, was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
25. PUBLIC WORKS, PARKS AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE de Waiver of half
the fees and closure of street parade sponsored by the Spanish American Merchants
Association, Inc. (SAMA) for Three Kings Day.
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Public Works, Parks and Environment
Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Your Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee held a meeting on August 26,
2010 to discuss the following item:
RESOLUTION BY COUNCILPERSON COTTO DE WAIVER OF HALF THE FEES AND
CLOSURE OF STREET PARADE SPONSORED BY THE SPANISH AMERICAN
MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION, INC. (SAMA) FOR THREE KINGS DAY.
Present at the meeting was Chairperson Luis Cotto, Majority Leader rJo Winch, Council
members Kenneth Kennedy, Jr. & Matthew Ritter, Council staff Brendan Mahoney, Kejuan
Dillard of the Mayor’s Office, Paul Basch of 31 Woodland Street, Robin Saunders of the CT
Chapter of Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, Kevin Burnham of the Public Works
Department, Laura Knott-Twine & Todd Jones of the Hartford Preservation Alliance, Victor
Luna of the Hartford Democratic Town Committee, Eric Stamm of Hope Out Loud, Don
Chapman of the Planning Division, several representatives of the Friends of Keney Park and
other concerned citizens.
It is the intention of the maker of the resolution to withdraw it at the September 13
meeting.
Respectfully submitted, Luis E. Cotto, Chairperson
Withdrawn.
26. QUALITY OF LIFE AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE de Ordinance amending
Chapter 29 of the Hartford Municipal Code creating a new article with the purpose of
maintaining the focus of the Hartford Police to their core public safety mission by limiting
their domestic surveillance and immigration enforcement activities.
Report was received from the Chairperson of Quality of Life and Public Safety Committee, as
follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
Your Quality of Life & Public Safety Committee held its regular scheduled meeting on August
17, 2010, at 5:30pm in the Council Chambers to discuss the following referred item:
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 29 OF THE HARTFORD MUNICIPAL CODE,
CEATING A NEW ARTICLE WITH THE PURPOSE OF MAINTIANING THE FOCUS OF
THE HARTFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT TO THEIR CORE PUBLIC SAFETY MISSION
BY LIMITING THEIR DOMESTIC SURVEILLANCE AND IMMIGRATION
ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES.
Present at the meeting was Calixto Torres, Chairman of QLPS; Kenneth H. Kennedy, Jr.;
Luis E. Cotto; Nathalie Feola- Guerrieri of Corporation Counsel; Chief Daryl Roberts and the
HPD Assistant Chiefs, Acting Director of Emergency Service; community members & staff.
Motion was made and seconded to postpone action on this item for further discussion at
the next Quality of Life & Public Safety committee meeting.
Respectfully submitted, Calixto Torres, Chairman
Received.
PROPOSED ORDINANCES:
27. Ordinance amending Chapter 13, Article III, of Code de Novelty Lighters.
Proposed ordinance was introduced by Councilman Torres, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE de NOVELTY LIGHTERS
COURT OF COMMON COUNCIL, CITY OF HARTFORD
Court of Common Council
City of Hartford
September 13, 2010
Be It Ordained by the Court of Common Council of the City of Hartford:
That Chapter I3, Article m of the Municipal Code be amended by adding Division 10 as follows:
See. 13-262 Purpose.
It is the purpose of this division is to prohibit a person from selling, or distributing for retail sale
in Hartford novelty lighters, which are lighters that are designed to be attractive to children with
visual effects, flashing lights, musical sounds and toy-like designs.
See. 13-263 Definitions.
For purposes of this division "novelty lighter" means a mechanical or electrical device typically
used for lighting cigarettes, cigars, or pipes that is designed to appear especially attractive to
children ten years or younger due to a toy-like design. This includes, but is not limited to,
lighters that depict or resemble cartoon characters, toys, guns. watches, musical instruments,
vehicles, toy animals, food or beverages, or that play musical notes or have flashing lights or
other entertaining features. A novelty lighter may operate on any fuel, including butane or liquid
fuel.
See. 13-264 Prohibition.
The retail sale, offer of retail sale, gift or distribution of any novelty lighter within the territorial
jurisdiction of the City of Hartford is prohibited.
See. 13-265 Enforcement.
The provisions of this division shall be enforced by the Fire Marshall's Office of the Hartford
Fire Department and by the Hartford Police Department
This ordinance shall take effect upon adoption.
Reading waived.
The proposed ordinance was assigned for hearing at 7:00 p.m., Monday, September 20,
2010 and referred to the Quality of Life and Public Safety Committee.
RESOLUTIONS
28. *Executive Assistant to Councilman Aponte de Appointment of Olga Colon as.
Resolution – Councilman Aponte:
Resolved,
That Olga Colon is hereby appointed as the Executive Assistant to
Councilman Alexander Aponte, and be it further
Resolved,
That the weekly pay for 0lga Colon, Executive Assistant is $1,730.76 bi-
weekly retroactive to August 26, 2010.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
29. Capital Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) de Appointment of Dr. Robert
Painter to.
Resolution – Assistant Majority Leader Boucher, Council President Winch, Councilman
Kennedy, Councilman Torres and Councilman Ritter:
Whereas,
The City of Hartford has several positions on the Capitol Region Council of
Governments (CRCOG) Policy Board, and there has been a vacant Hartford seat open for over a
year; and
Whereas,
A number of critical decisions impacting Hartford and the region will be made
by CRCOG regarding such issues as transportation, solid waste disposal, community services
and regional cooperation and services; and
Whereas,
It is important for Hartford to have experienced leadership representing the
City in addition m the Mayor and City Council (presently sitting on the Council); and
Whereas,
Candidate (former councilman) Dr. Robert Painter has strong experience, and
leadership on these regional issues; therefore be it
Resolved,
That Dr. Robert Painter is appointed to serve on the Capital Region Council of
Governments (CRCOG) Policy Board.
Action postponed until September 27, 2010.
30. Hartford Nights After School Youth Program de Allocation of funds from Fiscal Year
2010 from City contributions toward public programs to.
Resolution – Council President Winch:
Whereas,
The Hartford Knights after school youth program has been recognized as a
positive option for hundreds of Hartford children, providing academic support, athletic
discipline, interpersonal and life skills; and
Whereas,
The Hartford Knights have provided these programs at Hartford Elementary
Schools with progressive positive outcomes and in and outside of the school house and into the
neighborhoods; and
Whereas,
Athletic programs such as the Hartford Knights that combines education and
sports have been cited as a positive youth development best practice; and
Whereas,
The Hartford Knights have requested support from the City of Hartford to
assist in covering funds in 2010 school year to assist in a shortfall of funds to pay for expenses
incurred by the organization; now, therefore be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council does hereby designate up to $15,000 from
the Fiscal Year 2010 from the City contributions toward public programs to the Hartford
Knights; and be it further
Resolved,
That the Hartford Knights will report the outcomes of these kids to the Office
of Youth Services at the end of the 2010 school year and Hartford Knights must make a more
aggressive effort to fundraise for next year so that there will not be a reoccurrence of this
shortfall for summer 2011.
Referred to the Operations, Management and Budget Committee.
31. The South Hartford Community Alliance Soccer Team de Allocation of funds from the
Fiscal Year 2010 from the City Contributions Account.
Resolution – Council President Winch:
Whereas,
The South Hartford Community Alliance is a 5013c organization and are
serving 150 Hartford youth between the ages of 8 to 18; and
Whereas,
The South Hartford Community Alliance is currently in it's 7th year of
operation and in 2005 they established a Hartford Youth soccer league to further expand and
enhance an anti-violence, after school program for youth to learn through play; and
Whereas,
The South Hartford Community Alliance summer soccer league consists of a
10 week program, 3 practice sessions weekly and 2 games weekly and this soccer league is open
to youth from anywhere in the City of Hartford who meet age and educational requirements, and
Whereas,
The South Hartford Community Alliance teaches discipline, teamwork,
community pride and also assist with homework to enhance student's performance, they also
check report cards to make sure participating youth are where they should be academically. This
anti-violence soccer program ensures youth are in a controlled environment under adult
supervision; and
Whereas,
The South Hartford Community Alliance soccer team has missed opportunities
to play in other towns due to lack of funds, they are asking the City of Hartford to assist with up
to $3,000.00 not to miss these opportunities for their youth in the future, now, therefore be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council does hereby designate up to $3,000.00
from the Fiscal Year 2010 from the City contributions toward public programs to The South
Hartford Community Alliance; and be it further
Resolved,
That The South Hartford Community Alliance soccer team will report
outcomes of these funds to the Office of Youth Services at the end of the 2010 school year and
The South Hartford Community soccer team must make a more aggressive effort to fundraise for
the next year so that there will not be a reoccurrence of this shortfall for summer 2011.
Referred to the Operations, Management and Budget Committee
32. Civic and Cultural Affairs Account de Allocation of funds from.
Resolution – Assistant Majority Leader Boucher, Council President rJo Winch, Minority
Leader Cotto, Councilpersons Kennedy, Torres, Ritter, Aponte and Deutsch:
Whereas,
Hartford 2000 (H2K) has provided longstanding significant efforts to
informing and engaging the Hartford community in the civic life of the city, including such
public information and civic engagements initiatives as the Council Preview/Review, Citizens
Agenda and Behind the Gavel television commentary; and
Whereas,
Other community engagement activities including the Neighborhood Training
Institute, Elert and Announcement Programs, Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ)
communications and coordination; and
Whereas,
The Court of Common Council has received a notice that said services to the
community have an actual cost of $60,000 per year: and
Whereas,
The Court of Common Council supports Hartford 2000’s efforts to inform the
public and assure an active citizenry central to a healthy, well-functioning community: and
therefore be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council give Special, immediate consideration to
supporting this request through review of this request at the next City Council OMB Committee.
Referred to the Operations, Management and Budget Committee.
33. Bushnell Park de Waiver of half the fees for the Impact Hartford-Live With Hope
Event sponsored by the Southern New England Conference Youth Department at.
Resolution – Minority Leader Cotto:
Whereas,
The Southern New England Conference Youth Department is sponsoring the
"Impact Hartford - Live With Hope" event in Bushnell Park on October 2 & 3, 2010 from
10:00am to 8:00pm; and
Whereas,
The sponsor of this event is requesting 50% fee waiver for city costs
associated with this event; and
Whereas,
On January 28, 2002, the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that
provides in part that special event fee waivers, if granted, shall not exceed an amount equal to
one-half of the city's costs and fees associated with an event; and
Whereas,
Prior to the event the Sponsor is required to obtain the proper Insurance
Certificate, which holds the city harmless for any claims arising out of the event. This Certificate
must be reviewed and approved by the Risk Manager of the Finance Department; now, therefore,
be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council grants a fee waiver to the event sponsor
consistent with the recommendation of the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
Referred to the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
34. Keney Park de Waiver of half fees the Annual Walk-a-Thon sponsored by the Mount
Olive Child Development Center at.
Resolution – Minority Leader Cotto:
Whereas, The Mount Olive Child Development Center is sponsoring the "Annual Walk-
a-Thon" on October 16, 2010 in Keney Park from 10:00am to 1:00 p.m.; and
Whereas, The sponsor of this event is requesting 50% fee waiver for city costs associated
with this event; and
Whereas, On January 28, 2002, the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that
provides in part that special event fee waivers, if granted, shall not exceed an amount equal to
one-half of the city's costs and fees associated with an event; and
Whereas, Prior to the event the Sponsor is required to obtain the proper Insurance
Certificate, which holds the city harmless for any claims arising out of the event. This Certificate
must be reviewed and approved by the Risk Manager of the Finance Department; now, therefore,
be it
Resolved, That the Court of Common Council grants a fee waiver to the event sponsor
consistent with the recommendation of the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
Referred to the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
35. Bushnell Park de Waiver of half the fees, street closures, permission to vend food,
beverages, alcohol, and merchandise for the ING Run for Something Better and the ING
Hartford Marathon sponsored by the Hartford Marathon Foundation at.
Resolution – Minority Leader Cotto:
Whereas,
The Hartford Marathon Foundation is sponsoring the "ING Run for Something
Better" on October 8, 2010 and the “ING Hartford Marathon” on October 9, 2010 from 7:30am
to 3:00pm; and
Whereas,
The sponsor of this event is requesting usage of Bushnell Park; closing of
numerous City streets; permission to vend food, beverages, alcohol, and merchandise; and a 50%
fee waiver for city fees associated with the events; and
Whereas,
On January 28, 2002, the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that
provided in part that special event fee waivers, if granted, shall not exceed an amount equal to
one-half of the city's costs and fees associated with an event; and
Whereas,
Prior to the event the Sponsor is required to obtain the proper insurance
certificate, which holds the city harmless for any claims arising out of the event. This certificate
must be reviewed and approved by the Risk Manager of the Finance Department; and
Whereas,
The permittee is also required where applicable to apply and obtain a liquor
permit from the Connecticut Liquor Control Commission. A copy of this approved liquor permit
must be presented to the Risk Management Department prior to the event; now, therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council's waiver, if any, of fees shall be consistent
with the recommendation of the Public Works, Parks, and Environment Committee; and be it
further
Resolved,
That the event sponsor shall work with the City's residents and business
owners to inform them of the street closures so that they are not unduly affected by the event;
and be it further
Resolved,
That the event sponsor will provide the police and community organizations,
such as the Neighborhood Revitalization Zones, with maps and other informational material so
that motorists and others who are traveling through and around the City on the day of the event
will be able to reach their destinations with a minimum inconvenience.
Referred to the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
36. Bushnell Park de Waiver of half the fees for 2010 Hartford Start! Heart Walk
sponsored by the American Heart Association at.
Resolution – Minority Leader Cotto:
Whereas,
The American Heart Association is sponsoring the "2010 Hartford Start Heart
Walk" on October 23, 2010 from 9:00am to l:00pm in Bushnell Park and surrounding streets;
and
Whereas,
The sponsor of this event is requesting 50% fee waiver for city costs
associated with this event; and
Whereas,
On January 28, 2002, the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that
provides in part that special event fee waivers, if granted, shall not exceed an amount equal to
one-half of the city's costs and fees associated with an event; and
Whereas,
Prior to the event the Sponsor is required to obtain the proper Insurance
Certificate, which holds the city harmless for any claims arising out of the event. This Certificate
must be reviewed and approved by the Risk Manager of the Finance Department; now, therefore,
be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council grants a fee waiver to the event sponsor
consistent with the recommendation of the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
Referred to the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
37. The Spanish 7th Day Adventist Church de Request for closure of sections of streets for
End it Now - March Against Domestic Violence at.
Resolution – Minority Leader Cotto:
th
Whereas,
The Spanish 7 Day Adventist Church is sponsoring "End it Now- March
Against Domestic Violence" on September 11, 2010 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm; and
Whereas,
The event sponsor is requesting a closure of sections of Russ, Park,
Washington and Babcock Streets; and
Whereas,
On January 28, 2002, the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that
provides in part that special event fee waivers, if granted, shall not exceed an amount equal to
one-half of the city's costs and fees associated with an event; and
Whereas,
Prior to the event the Sponsor is required to obtain the proper insurance
certificate, which holds the city harmless for any claims arising out of the event. This certificate
must be reviewed and approved by the Risk Manager of the Finance Department; now, therefore,
be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council's waiver, if any, of fees shall be consistent
with the recommendation of the Public Works, Parks, and Environment Committee.
Referred to the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
38. Bushnell Park de Waiver of half the fees and street closure for the Memory Walk
sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association, Connecticut Chapter at.
Resolution – Minority Leader Cotto:
Whereas,
The Alzheimer's Association, Connecticut Chapter is sponsoring the "Memory
Walk" on Sunday, October 3, 2010 from 9:00am to l:00pm in Bushnell Park; and
Whereas,
The event sponsor is requesting a closure of Trinity Street where it passes
through Bushnell Park and a fee waiver; and
Whereas,
On January 28, 2002, the Court of Common Council passed a resolution that
provides in part that special event fee waivers, if granted, shall not exceed an amount equal to
one-half of the city's costs and fees associated with an event; and
Whereas,
Prior to the event the Sponsor is required to obtain the proper insurance
certificate, which holds the city harmless for any claims arising out of the event. This certificate
must be reviewed and approved by the Risk Manager of the Finance Department; now, therefore,
be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council's waiver, if any, of fees shall be consistent
with the recommendation of the Public Works, Parks, and Environment Committee.
Referred to the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee.
SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
MEETING OF THE COURT OF COMMON COUNCIL
MEETING SEPTEMBER 13, 2010
Items consider under suspension of Rule XIV were approved by roll-call vote 9 to 0.
COMMUNICATIONS:
39. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Appointment of Saundra Kee
Borges as Corporation Counsel.
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 9, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
40. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Re-appointment of Daryl
Roberts as Chief of Police.
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 9, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
41. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Appointment of Andrew
Jaffee as Director of Emergency Services and Telecommunications.
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 9, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
RESOLUTIONS:
42. *MDC Construction de Take immediate action to assure that businesses along
corridors are not hindered by.
Resolution – Councilwoman Airey-Wilson:
Whereas,
The success of small businesses are of vital importance to job growth in our
community; and
Whereas,
Ensuring that these small businesses survive and have the tools to prosper are
the key to getting a staggering economy in the City of Hartford moving; and
Whereas,
Area businesses along Albany Avenue and North Main Street have voiced
concerns relating to the impact of the MDC Clean Water project, and how it has interfered with
the daily operation of businesses, therefore, causing a profit loss in certain instances; now,
therefore, be it
Resolved,
That the Court of Common Council request that the Mayor and the
Administration take immediate action to assure that businesses along these corridors are not
hindered by the MDC construction; and, be it further
Resolved,
That a person from the City be assigned to address the concerns of area
businesses during the construction period and a monthly progress report shall be made to Council
for the next six months.
The resolution was passed, as amended, on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
43. Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article IV, Sections 2-87, and Section 2-92 of Code de
Department of Public Works-Organization and Department of Human Services-
Organization.
Proposed amending the Municipal Code concerning Chapter 2, Article IV, Sections 2-87,
and Section 2-92 concerning Department of Public Works-Organization and Department of
Human Services-Organization, introduced June 14, 2010, and on which a hearing was held June
21, 2010, and referred to the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee and action
postponed on that date untilJuly 12, 2010, action postponed on that date until August 9, 2010,
action postponed on that date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until
September 13, 2010, was again considered.
Action postponed until September 27, 2010.
44 Ordinance amending Chapter 26, article I, Section 26-1 of Code de Composition of
.
department; duties.
Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 26, Article I, Section 26-1 of the Municipal Code
concerning Composition of department; duties, introduced June 14, 2010, on which a hearing
was held June 21, 2010, and referred to the Public Works, Parks and Environment Committee,
and action postponed on that date untilJuly 12, action postponed on that date until August 9,
2010, action postponed on that date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until
September 13, 2010, was again considered.
Action postponed until September 27, 2010.
45. EDUCATION COMMITTEE de Request for information for review and approval of
the recommended budget of the Board of Education.
Report was received from the Chairperson of the Education Committee, as follows:
Honorable rJo Winch, Council President, and Members of the Court of Common, Council,
Hartford, Conn. September 13, 2010
Dear Council President Winch and Council Members:
The Health and Human Services Committee held a Special meeting Thursday September
9, 2010 @ 5p.m. in the Council Chambers.
The following committee members were present at the meeting: Health and Human
Services committee Chair, Councilman Larry Deutsch, committee member, Councilman Jim
Boucher. Also present were, Director of Health and Human Services Carlos Rivera, Corporation
Counsel Lori Mizerak, and Hartford BID Michael Zalesky
Referred item: Health and Human Services Food Service Late Fee Amnesty
This item was originally submitted April 26, 2010 by former Mayor Eddie Perez
regarding certain food servicers and restaurants requesting a 50% amnesty on their late fees.
Councilman Deutsch inquired about possibly reducing the forgiveness amount but it is set by
ordinance and would have to be changed by council.
The Health and Human Services Committee is discharging this item for consideration by
the Council.
Respectfully submitted, Larry Deutsch, Chairperson
Action postponed until September 27, 2010.
46. Ordinance amending Code de Adding new section concerning prohibiting political
contributions from City contractors to candidates for Municipal office in the City of
Hartford.
Proposed amending the Municipal Code concerning adding new section concerning
prohibiting political contributions from City contractors to candidates for Municipal office in the
City of Hartford, introduced June 28, 2010, and on which a hearing was held July 19, 2010,
and
referred to the Legislative Affairs Committee, and action postponed on that date until August 9,
2010, action postponed on that date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until
September 13, 2010, was again considered.
Action postponed until September 27, 2010.
47.*(MAYOR SEGARRA) Hartford Commission on Aging de Appointment of Althea E.
Cordner to.
Resolution – Mayor Segarra:
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 9, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
48. *(MAYOR SEGARRA) Hartford Parking Authority de Appointment of Kenneth B.
Lerman to.
Resolution – Mayor Segarra:
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 9, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
49. (MAYOR SEGARRA) Hartford Commission on Aging de Re-appointment of John K.
Nelson to.
Resolution – Mayor Segarra:
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 9, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
50. *(MAYOR SEGARRA) Commission on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues
de Appointment of David M. Cedar to.
Resolution – Mayor Segarra:
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 9, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
51. *(MAYOR SEGARRA) Hartford Commission on Disability Issues de Re-appointment
of Cheryl Zeiner to.
Resolution – Mayor Segarra:
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 9, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 23, 2010, action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy,
Ritter Torres and Winch; 9.
52. MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Authorization to execute
purchase and sale agreement for 18 and 20 Liberty Street. HEARING DATE – Monday,
September 20, 2010.
This resolution was passed on the meeting of August 23, 2010.
53. *MAYOR SEGARRA, with accompanying resolution de Appointment of Ms. Sharon
Patterson to the Board of Education.
Resolution – Mayor Segarra:
Resolution from Mayor Segarra, introduced August 23, 2010, and referred to the
Committee of the Whole and action postponed on that date until September 13, 2010, was again
considered.
Respectfully submitted, Pedro E. Segarra, Mayor
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
54. Poet Laureate de Creation for the City of Hartford of and Hartford of funds from the
City Contributions toward Public Programs to.
Resolution from Councilperson Cotto, introduced July 12, 2010, action postponed on that
date until August 9, 2010, action postponed on that date until August 23, 2010, action postponed
on that date until September 13, 2010, was again considered.
The resolution was passed, as amended, on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Kennedy, Ritter Torres
and Winch; 8.
Nays: Councilperson Deutsch; 1.
55. *(COUNCILMAN TORRES) James Boucher de Appointment as Majority Leader for
the term Commencing September 13, 2010 and ending December 31, 2011 of.
Resolved,
That James M. Boucher be and hereby is appointed Majority Leader for the
term commencing September 13, 2010 and ending December 31, 2011.
The resolution was passed on the following roll-call vote:
Yeas: Councilpersons Airey-Wilson, Aponte, Boucher, Cotto, Deutsch, Kennedy, Ritter
Torres and Winch; 9.
Meeting Adjourned
Attest:
John V. Bazzano
Town and City Clerk