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ITEM: AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO PROVIDE CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE TOWN CENTER PROJECT
REQUEST: Authorization to award a contract to Urban Design Kilday Studios, to provide consulting services for the Town Center project, in the amount of $248,550.00.
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EXPLANATION: On March 11, 2019, the Village released RFQ# 201906 seeking qualified firms interested in providing consulting services for the Town Center project. Services include all disciplines necessary to develop the overall master plan for the town center site, including key details, phasing plan, site evaluation inventory and analysis, targeted public participation, data collection and program analysis, master planning, deliverables and additional services.
On May 28, 2019, the Village Council authorized staff to negotiate a contract with the highest ranked proposer for this solicitation, Urban Design Kilday Studios, to provide Town Center consulting services.
The Town Center Master Plan includes but is not limited to:
• General open space uses
• Expansion of the amphitheater and methods for creating “for pay” event space.
• The lakeside boardwalk, with uses and consideration of events/activities
• Exploring food beverage service options, along the lakeside as well as vendor options, for surface water uses, i.e. canoes and kayak rentals
• Surface and structured parking options including parking for a professional office building, Village uses/events within Town Center and possible uses by retailers.
• Retail or commercial uses along Ken Adams Way and Chancellor Drive
• The options for inclusion of a performing arts center or civic center within the limits of Town Center
• Sound noise mitigation measures from the site, specifically the amphitheater area.
Staff recommends awarding a contract to Urban Design Kilday Studios, a Palm Beach County local vendor, to provide consulting services for the Town Center project, in the amount of $248,550.00.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: NO
PUBLIC HEARING: NO QUASI-JUDICIAL:
FIRST READING: SECOND READING:
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: YES
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are budgeted utilizing surtax dollars.
WELLINGTON FUNDAMENTAL: Responsive Government
RECOMMENDATION: Authorization to award a contract to Urban Design Kilday Studios, to provide consulting services for the Town Center project, in the amount of $248,550.00.