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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Jason Bauer, Assistant Director of Public Works/Assistant City Engineer
DATE: July 18, 2023
SUBJECT:
A resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to execute a contract with Tatisco, Inc., Yorkville, IL in the amount of $71,000 for the installation of two new jumbotron mounts at RiverEdge Park in Ward 1.
PURPOSE:
The 2023 budget includes various upgrades and modifications to RiverEdge Park, a premiere outdoor music and event venue located on IL Route 25 in Ward 1. One of the budgeted items for the park this year is to install two new structural steel mounts for new jumbotrons located on the left and right sides of the stage at RiverEdge Park.
BACKGROUND:
RiverEdge Park, which is owned by the City of Aurora and managed by the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) is home to numerous events throughout the year. To ensure that it continues to be a premiere destination for performers and other events, the City has continually been working with ACCA to identify and implement upgrades and improvements to the park. One of the identified improvements is to replace the existing jumbotrons at the park, and install two new jumbotrons. At these new locations, the existing stage structure will need to be modified in order to mount the screens. The purchase of these new jumbotrons is underway, with final council approval anticipated for the City Council meeting on 8/8. The approval of this contract will allow for the fabrication to commence for the structural modifications at the stage to facilitate the installation while the new screens are fabricated.
DISCUSSION:
This purchase will enhance the experience for the patrons that attend RiverEdge Park each year. Funds for this $71,000 purchase are included in account 354-4440-451-73-43 (A062). The project was advertised publicly with bids due at 10:00 a.m. July 19, 2023, with no bids received. In conformance with the City's procurement procedures, a quote was requested...
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