To: Brian K. Flewelling, Public Works Committee Chairperson
From: Patrick Linihan, Parks and Recreation Director
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RE: Approval of an agreement between Genesee County and MIHM Enterprises, in an amount not to exceed $392,486.00, to provide for repairs to the Richfield County Park Historic Foot Bridge; the cost of this agreement will be paid from account 2088-770.35-974.000
recommendation
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Genesee County Parks and Recreation staff requests the approval to award ITB #25-448 - Exterior Repairs: Richfield County Parks Historic Foot Bridge to MIHM Enterprises, for a total amount not to exceed $392,486.00.
BACKGROUND:
In support of restoration and preservation efforts of historical structures, Parks had a study completed in 2022 of Parks historical structures, their current condition, and recommended action. The Department is seeking fund sources to prioritize and complete recommended actions on these structures. The Richfield County Park Historic Foot Bridge is a prominent feature of the park, hosting many weddings, ceremonies, and photography sessions, as well as provides connection to the north and south portions of the park, crossing the Flint River. For these reasons, the historic foot bridge is a top priority in preservation and renovation efforts.
The Invitation to Bid was advertised by the Genesee County Purchasing Department. Proposals were received until May 16, 2025. Three bids were received. Proposals were reviewed by Parks Director, Park Superintendent, Parks Operations Manager, and MacMillan Associates, who are providing engineering and construction management services for the project, per RES-2024-659.
DISCUSSION:
MIHM Enterprises has significant experience with renovation of historical structures, including WPA and CCC historical structures in partnership with the State of Michigan. Staff is confident in their ability to successfully complete exterior repairs to the foot bridge. MIHM was also the lowed bid submitted.
IMPACT ON HUMAN RESOURCES:
None.
IMPACT ON BUDGET:
NO USE OF GENERAL FUND. Partially reimbursed by MNRTF grant.
To be paid from account 2088-770.35-974.000.
IMPACT ON FACILITIES:
None.
IMPACT ON TECHNOLOGY:
None
CONFORMITY TO COUNTY PRIORITIES:
This project promotes the preservation of historical structures in Genesee County.
resolution
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THE GENESEE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, GENESEE COUNTY, MICHIGAN
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN:
BE IT RESOLVED, by this Board of County Commissioners of Genesee County, Michigan, that the request by the Parks and Recreation Director to authorize entering into a Construction Contract between Genesee County and MIHM Enterprises, whereby MIHM Enterprises will complete exterior repairs of the Richfield County Park Historic Foot Bridge, at a total cost not to exceed $392,486.00 to be paid from account 2088-770.35-974.000, is approved (a copy of the memorandum request and supporting documents being on file with the official records of the August 13, 2025 meeting of the Public Works Committee of this Board), the Chairperson of this Board is authorized to execute the Contract on behalf of Genesee County, and the Document Review Board is authorized to approve any contingencies up to 20% of the total project amount, not to exceed $81,200.00.