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File Number: 19-029 <br />From time to time changes to the scope of contracts are necessary to respond to new information <br />and/or to include additional items of work necessary for a complete project. In order to resolve <br />these issues in a timely fashion and avoid delaying work, staff requests authorization to issue <br />individual contract amendments up to 5% or $18,302 each and cumulative contract amendments <br />up to 15%, or $54,9027 of the original contract amount. <br />Current Agency Policies <br />·Support and implement programs, activities and strengthen communication that enhances <br />the quality of life and wellness, celebrates the arts and diversity and promotes civic pride <br />Previous Actions <br />On July 23, 2018, the City Council, by Resolution No. 2018-093, approved a consulting services <br />agreement with Noll & Tam Architects for the subject project and appropriated an additional <br />$150,000 from economic uncertainty reserves for the project. <br />Applicable General Plan Policies <br />·Policy LU-2.1 Complete Neighborhoods: Strive for “complete neighborhoods” that provide <br />an array of housing choices; easy access to retail stores, commercial services, and <br />medical care; quality public schools; great parks and open spaces; affordable <br />transportation options; and civic amenities. <br />·Policy LU-4.3 Public Facility Development: Promote collaborative, creative solutions <br />between the public and private sectors to develop additional schools, parks, and other <br />public facilities in the city. <br />·Policy LU-8.6 Cultural Arts and Entertainment: Provide additional opportunities for cultural, <br />recreational, and entertainment uses in the City, including cinemas, theaters, <br />live-performance venues, sports facilities, and art galleries. <br />·Policy CD-5.10 Community Involvement: Encourage the involvement of the community in <br />the development of urban design plans and improvement programs. <br />·Policy CD-6.1 Promoting Quality Design: Use the development review, zoning, and <br />permitting processes to promote high quality architecture and site design. Design review <br />guidelines and zoning standards should ensure that the mass and scale of new structures <br />are compatible with adjacent structures. <br />·Policy CD-6.5 Craftsmanship: Encourage a high level of craftsmanship in new <br />construction, and the use of exterior materials and façade designs that enhance the <br />appearance of the City. <br />·Policy CD-6.7 Architectural Interest: Encourage new structures to incorporate architectural <br />elements that create visual interest such as trellises, awnings, overhangs, patios, and <br />window bays. Avoid solid or blank street-facing walls. <br />Page 3 City of San Leandro Printed on 2/13/2019