City Council

5. APPROVE CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR STORM DRAIN MASTER PLAN Staff is recommending the City Council approve a Consultant Services Agreement with Rick Engineering Company to prepare a Storm Drain Master Plan for the City of Tustin. The agreement will enable the City to evaluate the current condition and capacity of the storm drain infrastructure, identify system deficiencies, and develop a prioritized, fundable Capital Improvement Program. Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Approve the Consultant Services Agreement with Rick Engineering Company to prepare a Storm Drain Master Plan and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City; and 2. Authorize the City Manager to approve an amendment to the agreement of up to ten percent (10%) of the negotiated fee, to address any unforeseen change in the scope of work that is determined necessary to complete the planning process. Fiscal Impact: The Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget has allocated $500,000 from Gas Tax (Fund 130) for this project. The proposed Consultant Services Agreement (Attachment 1) with Rick Engineering Company includes a not-to-exceed total compensation amount of $449,700.00, unless the City Manager amends the agreement in accordance with Recommendation 2 above. As such, sufficient funds exist for the recommended actions.