MEMORANDUM 03-128

To: Walt Wrede, City Manager

From: Carey Meyer, Public Works Director

Date: July 22, 2003

Subject: USCG Berth Modifications

Authorization to Initiate Construction

The USCG and the City are funding partners in the construction of the new Pioneer Dock. The Coast Guard has identified approximately $1,365,000 worth of improvements that need to be added to the dock face, including additional fenders and continuous tension winches, to facilitate the berthing of the new vessel the Hickory. The USCG has agreed that the cost of these improvements will be paid for by the Coast Guard. The City has agreed to act as the contract manager for the construction of these improvements and has competitively bid the work involved.

A lease has been developed to allow for these improvements to be constructed and maintained by the Coast Guard on the City dock and provides for authority to incur expenses and provides for a cost reimbursement schedule.

Recommendation: The Council authorize the City Manager to execute all appropriate documents necessary to execute the required lease, award construction contracts, assist the Coast Guard in constructing these improvements and seeking reimbursement.