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AGENDA ITEM NO. 22.
CITY OF HAWTHORNE City Council AGENDA BILL For the meeting of 05/26/2026 Originating Department: Public Works |
City Manager:
Department Head:
SUBJECT:
Progress Payment #2 in the amount of $365,740.28 due to Martinez Landscape CO., Inc of Sylmar, CA for General Maintenance (Project #22-05).
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve this Progress Payment #2 to Martinez Landscape CO., Inc of Sylmar, CA.
DISCUSSION:
This contract encompasses various crucial maintenance activities, including the City's Weed Abatement Project, landscape and general maintenance needs, and specific tasks such as concrete and asphalt replacement, sidewalk, curb, and gutter replacements. Additionally, it includes essential tree planting, removal, and maintenance services for the medians along Hawthorne Blvd, Prairie Ave, Inglewood Ave, and Imperial Hwy. These contract maintenance activities are designed to complement the work performed by City Staff, as required.
Furthermore, the contract incorporates regular debris maintenance on the Caltrans right-of-way, ensuring that roads and adjacent areas remain free from obstructions. This work plays a vital role in preserving safe and accessible roadways, while also preventing the accumulation of trash, plastic, and other debris from being washed into our storm drains by rainwater.
This progress payment includes work on the arterial streets in preparation for the 2028 Summer Olympics.
Furthermore, the contract incorporates regular debris maintenance on the Caltrans right-of-way, ensuring that roads and adjacent areas remain free from obstructions. This work plays a vital role in preserving safe and accessible roadways, while also preventing the accumulation of trash, plastic, and other debris from being washed into our storm drains by rainwater.
This progress payment includes work on the arterial streets in preparation for the 2028 Summer Olympics.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN:
This contract supports economic development by maintaining clean, safe, and well-kept streets, landscaping, and infrastructure that enhance the City’s appearance, protect public assets, and create an environment that attracts businesses, investment, and community activity.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None. Funds for this progress payment in amount of $365,740.28 is available in the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and will be paid for with approved and allocated funds from Proposition C, Measure R and Non-Gas Tax Funds.
NOTICING PROCEDURE:
72 Hours posted notice pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act.
