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MOTION TO APPROVE A WORK ORDER AUTHORIZATION WITH CRAVEN THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING AND SURVEYING SERVICES FOR STRATEGIC PLAN PROJECT RD004 - PEMBROKE LAKES SECTION 1 DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $240,080.00.
Summary Explanation and Background
SUMMARY EXPLANATION AND BACKGROUND:
1. On December 4, 2024, the City Commission adopted the Strategic Plan titled “We Love Pembroke Pines: A Blueprint for a Brighter Future.” The Strategic Plan identified key investments in drainage systems to prevent flooding, improve water management, and enhance quality of life for residents. As part of the Strategic Plan implementation, the neighborhood of Pembroke Lakes Section 1 was identified as priority drainage projects, meant to improve drainage, decrease flooding, and improve walkability of the neighborhood. The project includes swale regrading, tree removal where necessary, replacement of sidewalks, and other associated drainage improvements.
2. On October 15, 2025, the City Commission approved funding for Year One Strategic Plan Recreation Projects, which included $282,000 for the design of the projects. This funding is intended to support the design phase only, with construction to be considered at a future date.
3. On January 21, 2026, the City Commission approved continuing contracts under RFQ #PSPW-23-20 for CCNA professional services, establishing a pool of pre-qualified consultants across multiple disciplines. In accordance with these agreements, staff selected Craven Thompson & Associates, Inc. from the pre-qualified firms under Trade A - General Civil and Environmental Engineering Services, based on their qualifications, experience with similar municipal projects, and ability to assemble a multidisciplinary team to support the projects.
4. The process outlined in the continuing services agreement requires staff to schedule a scoping meeting with the consultant to further define the scopes, confirm design priorities, and...
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