Staff recommends Council approve Amendment #1 LWCF Grant Program for an additional $91,883.15 for the Tennis Court Replacement Project at Central Park.

In May 2021, Council approved the agreement with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) for LWCF grant funding in the amount of $147,420.00.  In discussions with Montana FWP, staff requested additional funds through an amendment to the original grant in the amount of $102,220.00.  After administrative charges from the State and Federal agencies, the net amount is $91,883.15.  Staff is seeking council approval of Amendment #1 LWCF grant Program to receive these funds. 

On March 8, 2022, bids were opened and due to an unfavorable bidding environment, primarily due to area contracting capacity, bids came in higher than the project budget.  Therefore, on April 11, 2022, Council voted to reject all bids.  Staff is re-bidding this project and with the additional funds from Amendment #1, it is anticipated they will allow the project to move forward. 

City Council may:

• Approve Amendment #1 LWCF Grant Program; or,
• Not Approve and provide staff with additional guidance.  

There will be no additional impacts to the City.