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CityCouncil | 2020-03-03 | 29 | questioned funding for other projects; stated the cost of the project is unknown; the project could be cost prohibitive. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the direction to hire a consultant could be postponed until the mid-cycle budget. Councilmember Oddie stated that he would like staff to draft an RFP requiring minor modifications; the cost of a consultant may be within the approval of the City Manager. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern for taking items outside of the budget process. Councilmember Oddie expressed concern for the delay in DePave Park development. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the July timeline included the consultant completing work or being selected Councilmember Oddie responded selected; stated the consultant will issue and RFP, respondents will return with proposals and a selection will be made by Council. The City Manager requested clarification on RFP timing and budget. The Recreation and Parks Director stated that she does not know the budget for a consultant; the consultant cost for the pool master plan was roughly $68,000; the project could have a similar cost; she is unclear on the requested timeframe; City staff typically issues the RFP; funding is identified prior to issuing an RFP; the RFP process will require the correct kind of consultant; an RFP responded are due in about a month; an interview panel is selected and a contract must be drafted; the process is roughly three months long. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether September would be a reasonable time to return with bids and a budget request. The City Manager stated that the Recreation and Parks Director can include the request in the mid-cycle budget for consideration. Councilmember Oddie stated that he would like the RFP issued. Councilmember Vella expressed concern about delaying DePave Park. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated direction to staff can include the consultant cost in the mid- cycle budget for consideration; noted that the timeline for the project is tight. Councilmember Oddie expressed support for an RFP deadline. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the Recreation and Parks Director will deliver once direction is provided. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 26 March 3, 2020 | CityCouncil/2020-03-03.pdf |