HomeMy WebLinkAboutSR - AGR-6240 - CALSENSE CENTRAL IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT VARIOUS PARKSApproval of a contract with Imperial Sprinkler Supply to purchase Calsense central irrigation
system controllers and related equipment for Eisenhower, Olive, Handy, Pitcher, and Hart Parks
for $91,719.86.
2. SUMMARY
This contract with Imperial Sprinkler Supply will supply the parts necessary to complete the
upgrades of the existing irrigation systems to centralized irrigation systems that utilize weather
data, allowing for better management through remote access and the potential for significant water
savings.
3. RECOMMENDED ACTION
1.) Approve the contract with Imperial Sprinkler Supply to purchase Calsense irrigation system
controllers and related equipment; and
2.) Authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
4. FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are available to cover the cost of the Calsense installation as follows:
510.7021.56031.30047 ( Calsense Installation) $91,719.86
5. STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL(S)
GOAL 3. Enhance and Promote Quality of Life in the Community
A. Refurbish, maintain, develop and/or expand public use places and spaces.
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6. GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Natural Resources Element Goal 2.0: Protect our water and energy resources from pollution
and overuse.
Policy 2.3: Reduce the amount of water used for landscaping through the use of native and
drought - tolerant plants, proper soil preparation, and efficient irrigation systems as parks are built
or renovated.
7. DISCUSSION and BACKGROUND
Background
Eisenhower, Olive, Handy, Pitcher, and Hart Parks comprise over 74 acres of landscape, lighting,
and other infrastructure maintained by the City under service agreements. The cost for all
maintenance in the parks, including irrigation water, has steadily increased in recent years and the
aging infrastructure is demanding more resources to maintain it. The irrigation system is extensive,
providing water to turf, shrubs and trees throughout the parks. Governor Brown's recent Executive
Order B -29 -15 has dictated that the City show a 28% decrease in water usage. A significant
reduction in irrigation water use through improved efficiency in its delivery is imperative to meet
the mandate.
Other efforts are being planned and implemented as part of an overall, comprehensive plan to
reduce water consumption in City landscapes. These include future removal of turf in parks and
other City facilities, replacing it with drought- tolerant plant designs as funds are available;
retrofitting irrigation systems to low flow, sub - surface type designs; mulching planters; and
providing continuing education to staff on water management and irrigation technology.
Discussion
In an effort to accomplish ongoing reductions in water consumption for public landscape, the
Community Services Department is proposing to replace irrigation controllers throughout the five
parks with Calsense centralized irrigation control systems. Calsense irrigation control systems
have already been introduced at other City parks and are proving to accomplish significant savings
as well as maximizing staff's ability to more effectively manage the systems throughout the City.
The Community Services Department advertised Bid 145 -56 and received bids from four (4)
companies. The lowest responsible bid was received from Imperial Sprinkler Supply for
$91,719.86. In a separate agenda item for Council consideration is an award of contract for
installation of this equipment.
The work is scheduled to begin in July of this year and be completed within 90 days. Additional
parks will be retrofitted with Calsense irrigation control systems in the FY 15/16 CIP cycle. Efforts
will continue over the next 5 -6 years with the eventual retrofit of all parks to weather -based
irrigation control systems. Other City facilities will be addressed as funds are made available.
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8. ATTACHMENTS
Bid Abstract
Imperial Sprinkler Supply Proposal
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