Second Amendment to the Consultant Agreement for Construction Administration and Construction Observation services (“Second Amendment”) between the City of Hawthorne (“City”) and C&S Engineering (“Consultant”)
 

Staff recommends that the City Council approve this Second Amendment and authorize the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the consultant agreement. 

C&S Engineering currently has a 5 year Engineering Consultant Agreement with the City of Hawthorne in compliance with FAA protocols. The City of Hawthorne Public Works Department has submitted a grant application to the FAA for performing a Capital Improvement Project at the Hawthorne Municipal Airport. The objective is to install FAA grade Slurry Seal on the Runway and all Taxiways that will extend the life expectancy of the current pavement. Reconstruction of certain areas of Taxiway S and Taxiway N will occur, consisting of a full depth pavement removal, placement of new pavement, and regrading in accordance with FAA design guidelines to eliminate or reduce ponding.

A detail negotiated Scope of Services and Record of Negotiation was submitted to the FAA on June 26, 2025, which subsequently received FAA approval and authorization to proceed.

This project aligns with the City’s Economic Development Element goal of enhancing the quality of life in the City, which is an important marketing asset for business attraction and marking economic development a part of City decision. Improved airport facilities can attract more tourists and business travelers, benefiting local hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality services. In addition, increased air traffic can also lead to more events and conferences being hosted in the City. Lastly, upgrading the airport can attract new businesses, such as aviation-related companies, logistics firms, and other industries that benefit from proximity to a well-maintained airport. This can lead to job creation and increased economic activity in the City.

None. The amount of $176,269 will be funded up to 95% through the FAA IIJA-AIG Grant and 5% by the airport funds.

Funds for this project in the estimated amount of $176,269 are available in the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and will be paid for with approved and allocated FAA IIJA-AIG Grant and Airport fund fees.

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