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A Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Contract with Lyons Electric Company, Inc. for Project 25-14, Garfield Traffic Signal Upgrade to Change the Not to Exceed Amount from $116,000 to $136,515 and Authorizing its Execution
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Introduction
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In 2025, the Village contracted with Lyons Electric Company for the Garfield Traffic Signal Upgrade Project to modify the signal system to add left turn arrows for eastbound traffic on Garfield. Work is substantially complete and additional work primarily related to replaced corroded conduit that could not be reused caused the project to go over the awarded amount. The additional work amounts to $20,515 and increases the contract from $116,000 to $136,515.
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Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
The Board has taken the following prior action:
• On September 9, 2025, the Board Contract with Lyons Electric Company, Inc. for Project 25-14, Garfield Traffic Signal Upgrade, in an Amount Not to Exceed $116,000 (RES 25-239).
Background
This project included upgrading of the traffic signal at Oak Park Avenue and Garfield Street to include a left turn arrow from eastbound Garfield onto northbound Oak Park to allow for better flow of traffic and minimize the blockage of through traffic by a left turning vehicle. Work on the project is complete.
Additional work associated with replacing a traffic signal at the northwest corner of the intersection that was knocked down by a vehicle; replacing and repairing existing conduit which was damaged and could no longer be used to pull new wiring through; and additional restoration of impacted areas increased the construction costs above the awarded amount. The additional work increased the contract by $20,515 and increased the contract amount from $116,000 to $136,515.
Timing Considerations
There are no specific timing considerations associated with this item.
Financial Impact
There are available funds for this amendment in the FY26 Budget in the Capital Improvement Fund, Public Works - Engineering, Traffic Signal Management account no. 3095-43780-101-570971.
Operations Impact
There is no operating impact associated with this item. The item aligns with the department’s core service delivery.
DEI Impact
There is no DEI impact associated with this item.
Community Input
There has been no community input given in relation to this item.
Staff Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution.
Advantages:
• This action allows for payment of services already provided.
Disadvantages:
• This action will result in an increased cost to construct the project.
Alternatives
Alternative 1:
The Board can delay action to gain additional information
Advantages:
• Board Members would be presented with the additional information they requested.
Disadvantages:
• There are no disadvantages to this action.
Alternative 2:
The Board can vote down the item
Advantages:
• This action can result in cost savings.
Disadvantages:
• The contractor would not be paid for hours and necessary work completed as approved by the engineer for factors outside of their control.
Anticipated Future Actions
There are no anticipated future actions in relation to this item.
Prepared By: Bill McKenna, Village Engineer/Assistant Public Works Director
Reviewed By: Rob Sproule, Public Works Director
Approved By: Kevin J. Jackson, Village Manager
Attachment(s):
1. Resolution
2. Amendment
3. Executed Contract