Title
Retaining Wall Repair at 144th Street & 1st Ave
History
The retaining wall located on the south side of the viaduct at 144th street and 1st Ave. is in danger of falling down. Settling of the base and/or ground beneath the wall has caused the issue. The wall is adjacent to the sidewalk and could cause serious injury if it hits a pedestrian. The village had the wall installed approximately 12-15 years ago. It is a very labor intensive project as each block weighs roughly 90 pounds. Staff has reached out to three vendors for proposals for the repair work. Vendor will remove the wall, install a new base and install the existing material in the proper manner. J.G.S submitted a proposal for a partial repair (approximately 20 linear feet) of the site for $1,200.00. This is not the option staff is recommending as we do not want to have the same issue in another area of the wall (approximately 160 linear feet). The proposal also did not provide a listing of the repairs or materials needed. Semmer Landscaping submitted a proposal of $9,900.00 and Touch of Green a proposal of $6,400.00. Staff is recommending the proposal from Touch of Green for the repair work to the site. Staff has worked with Touch of Green in the past and they provide a quality product.
On August 21, 2017, this item was reviewed by the Parks & Recreation committee, recommended for approval, and referred to The Village Board of Trustees for consideration.
Financial Impact
Funds for the repair work will come from account 026-0000-443500.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve the quote from Touch of Green in the amount $6,400.00 for the repair of the viaduct retaining wall on the south side of 144th street and 1st Ave.