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Motion to accept the construction improvements of the Karyl Matsumoto Plaza Project (st1603) as complete in accordance with plans and specifications (total construction cost $742,171.60). (Philip Vitale, Deputy Director of Capital Projects)
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RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council, by motion, accept the construction improvements of the Karyl Matsumoto Plaza Project (CIP Project No. st1603) as complete in accordance with plans and specifications (total construction cost $742,171.60).
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BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
On November 8, 2023, City Council awarded the Karyl Matsumoto Plaza Project (CIP Project No. st1603) to Raposo Engineering Inc. of Hayward, California. The project work associated with this project was completed in June 2025.
The new project created a new plaza between the west entrance of the South San Francisco Caltrain Station tunnel and the intersection of Airport Boulevard and Grand Avenue. The project included completion of grading, site preparation, underground electrical and drainage work, landscaping, irrigation, foundations and installation of art pieces, site lighting, and electrical work for art pieces. Since opening to the public on September 21, 2024, the plaza has welcomed South San Francisco residents and visitors as the gateway to downtown.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total construction cost incurred for the project is summarized as follows:
Raposo Engineering Inc.
Base Contract $540,523.10
Construction Contingency $201,648.50
Total Construction Budget $742,171.60
This project was included in the City of South San Francisco’s Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program (Project No. ST1603, PF2303, PF2102).
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN
This effort is included in the City’s Strategic Plan. It aligns with Priority #2 which is focused on enhancing quality of life by building and maintaining a sustainable city, making our city a great place to live, learn, and play.
CONCLUSION
Staff recommend acceptance of the project as complete. Upon acceptance, a Notice of Completion will be filed with the County of San Mateo Recorder’s Office. At the end of the thirty-day lien period, the retention funds will be released to the contractor.