CC - Item 10A - Bridge Painting Project at San Bernardino Freeway - Color and Logo DesignROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: JEFF ALLRED, CITY MANAGER
DATE: AUGUST 24, 2010
SUBJECT: BRIDGE PAINTING PROJECT AT SAN BERNARDINO FREEWAY -
COLOR AND LOGO DESIGN
SUMMARY
As part of the City's Capital Improvement Program, the City Council approved funding to
enhance the aesthetic look of City entry-points from the San Bernardino Interstate 10
Freeway. This project is included in these efforts and consists of painting three (3)
freeway bridges at Rosemead Boulevard, San Gabriel Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue.
On July 27, the City Council approved a contract to proceed with the bridge painting
project. Also at this meeting, the Council asked that staff make revisions to the
conceptual drawings that were prepared. The revisions included:
• Changes to the paint color to include only a single background color (similar to the
look used on the Walnut Grove Avenue/1-10 Bridge); and
• Alternative options for the "Rosemead" logo design.
These changes have been incorporated into revised conceptual drawings. Once the
painting design is finalized, staff will work with the contractor, Painting and Decor LTD, to
schedule a start date for the project. It is anticipated that this project will begin in late-
September, after Caltrans completes construction work along Interstate 10.
Staff Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council approve the attached design option, which is
similar to the existing logo design on the Garvey Avenue Bridge.
Submitted by:
Chris Marcarello
Director of Public Works
Attachment 1: July 27, 2010 City Council Agenda Report
Attachment 2: Conceptual Renderings
APPROVED FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA:
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: JEFF ALLRED, CITY MANAGER
DATE: JULY 27, 2010
SUBJECT: BRIDGE PAINTING PROJECT AT SAN BERNARDINO FREEWAY -
CONTRACT AWARD
SUMMARY
As part of the City's Capital Improvement Program, the City Council approved funding to
enhance the aesthetic look of City entry-points from the San Bernardino Interstate 10
Freeway. This project is included in these efforts and consists of painting three (3)
freeway bridges at Rosemead Boulevard., San Gabriel Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue.
The project consists of initially water blasting, sealing and priming all surfaces, followed
by applying graffiti-resistant paint to ensure quick and easy removal if surfaces are
tagged. In addition, the project calls for the installation of large City seals on the bridge
walls, indicating entry into City of Rosemead, as appropriate. The color and logo design
will be similar to the recently painted Walnut Grove Avenue bridge.
The City of San Gabriel has expressed a desire to participate as a funding partner for the
bridge painting work on the northern side of San Gabriel Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue.
The City of El Monte has indicated its inability to provide funding for painting work on the
southern side of Rosemead Boulevard.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends the following:
Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Painting and Decor,
LTD for the Bridge Painting Project at San Bernardino Freeway in the amount
of $152,200.00.
2. Establish an amount of 10% of the contract amount ($15,220.00), as a
contingency, to cover the potential cost of unforeseen site conditions.
Authorize the City Manager to execute any agreement documents with the City
of San Gabriel for its potential contribution towards the completion of this
project.
APPROVED FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA'.
City Council Meeting
July 27, 2010
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DISCUSSION
Rosemead Boulevard, San Gabriel Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue are some of the City's
most traveled north/south roadways. The Freeway 10 underpasses at these locations
have been some of the most graffiti-tagged locations in the City. Over the years,
numerous color paints have been used to cover the graffiti on the bridge walls, resulting
in unsightly bridge appearances. Aesthetic improvements at these bridge underpass
areas will greatly improve the image of these areas, similar to the Walnut Grove Avenue
bridge underpass.
Future maintenance of the underpass area will continue to be managed by the City's
Public Works staff. All areas will be covered with a protective graffiti coating to minimize
graffiti. Staff currently utilizes graffiti coating in several locations throughout the City and
has had success with the product. Anti-graffiti coatings do not discolor paint and are
compliant with AQMD emission rules.
On April 27, 2010, the City Council authorized staff to advertise and solicit bids. A Notice
Inviting Bids was published in local news publications and advertised for area
contractors. At 11:00 AM on May 19, 2010, the City Clerk publicly opened and read two
(2) sealed bids with the following results:
1 Painting and Decor LTD Orange, CA $152,200.00
2 Prime Painting Co Northridge, CA $166,855.00
Staff reviewed the bid documents for completeness and investigated the contractor's
background and recent projects for competency. Staff has concluded that Painting and
Decor, LTD is the lowest responsive bidder to perform the construction of this project.
Painting and Decor, LTD has satisfactorily completed similar projects for Pasadena USD,
Glendora USD and Coast Community College District.
After completing the public bid opening, staff contacted the City of San Gabriel and the
City of El Monte to determine their interest in cooperating on the painting project. The
City of San Gabriel has indicated its desire to participate in this project and may
contribute a certain negotiated amount towards the cost of the painting work on Del Mar
Avenue and San Gabriel Boulevard. The City of The City of El Monte has indicated its
inability to participate in this project, citing funding constraints.
Timeline
Pending approval by the City Council, staff anticipates completion of this project
according to the following schedule:
July 27th, 2010 -City Council Awards Contract
August 15th to September 30th - Tentative Painting Schedule
City Council Meeting
July 27, 2010
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October 15t, 2010 - Tentative Proiect Completion
October 15th, 2010 - Tentative Notice of Completion by City Engineer
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Funding for this project was approved by the City Council as part of the City's Capital
Improvement Program budget. The engineer's estimate for the project was $180,000.
The total appropriation needed for this project is $167,420, including a 10% contingency
for unforeseen conditions. Funding for the Rosemead Blvd. bridge painting will be
derived from the Community Development Commission (redevelopment funds). The San
Gabriel Blvd. and Del Mar Ave. projects will be accomplished with gas tax funding. Of
this amount, the City will be reimbursed a certain amount, still being negotiated as of this
writing, from the City of San Gabriel for a portion of the painting cost.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Section 15304 (a) of the CEQA Implementing Guidelines. This exemption
covers projects involving minor alterations of land that do not have a significant effect on
the environment.
Prepared by:
Rafael Fajardo
Associate Civil Engineer
Submitted by:
Chris Marcarello
Director of Public Works
Attachments:
(1) April 27, 2010 City Council Agenda Report
(2) Conceptual Rendering
(3) Bid Proposals Analysis
(4) Bid Proposals
(5) Dunn and Bradstreet Report - Painting and Decor, LTD
Attachment 2
Conceptual Renderings
Recommended Design Option
Attachment 2
Alternative Design Option