HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - No. 2023-281RESOLUTION NO. 2023-281
A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A FIVE-YEAR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH FARWEST SAFETY, INC., OF LODI,
FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Lodi Electric Utility (LEU) crews, as part of their scheduled and emergency
work on the electric distribution system, often work in the public right-of-way to complete
maintenance and construction activities. LEU crews require the services of outside contractors
to help provide for both worker protection and the safe passage of public traffic in designated
work areas; and
WHEREAS, LEU currently uses the services of Farwest Safety, Inc., for this purpose,
which allows crews to focus on utility specific work. Farwest's existing contract with LEU does
not expire until early 2024, but LEU wants to ensure there is no lapse in available contracted
services should funds from the existing contract be expended; and
WHEREAS, as the storm season approaches, LEU plans to be prepared to respond
quickly to emergencies while ensuring the traveling public's safety; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Lodi Municipal Code, Section 3.20.075, safety
consultants are exempt from bidding requirements and such contracts shall be awarded on the
basis of professional qualifications and experience, quality of service, past performance and
negotiated prices; and
WHEREAS, Farwest provides traffic control services throughout California and continues
to be a valuable safety resource for LEU.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby
authorize the City Manager to execute a five-year Professional Services Agreement with
Farwest Safety, Inc., of Lodi, California, for traffic control services in an amount not to exceed
$150,000; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, pursuant to Section 6.3q of the City Council Protocol
Manual (adopted 11/6/19, Resolution No. 2019-223), the City Attorney is hereby authorized to
make minor revisions to the above -referenced document(s) that do not alter the compensation
or term, and to make clerical corrections as necessary.
Dated: December 20, 2023
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 2023-281 was passed and adopted by the City
Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held December 20, 2023 by the following votes:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS — Bregman, Hothi, Nakanishi, Yepez, and
Mayor Craig
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
OLIVIA NASHED
City Clerk
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