On August 9, 2016, City Council awarded Astra Builders Inc., a contract in the amount of $417,500.00 for the renovation of the Garden Grove Community Meeting Center Council Chamber.  The Project consisted of bringing the Community Meeting Center into compliance with the Americans with Disability Act, which included the addition of a ramp at the dais, the leveling of staff seating, and the lowering of the public podium.  Additional improvements included audio/visual upgrades, new floor finishes, mesh window shades, acoustical panels and other items as required by the plans and specifications.

The contractor, Astra Builders, Inc., has completed the improvements in accordance with the plans, specifications, and other contract documents.

There is no impact to the General Fund.  The project was completed within budget and funded through Park Fees and General Fund.  The retention payments will be released after recordation of the Notice of Completion.

It is recommended that the City Council:

• Accept Project No. 7664-Garden Grove Community Meeting Center City Council Chamber Renovation as complete;

• Authorize the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion of Public Works Improvement and Work; and

• Authorize the Finance Director to release the retention payment when appropriate to do so.

By: Navin B. Maru, Associate Engineer