1731ORDINANCE NO. 1731 (#15 - 2023)
AN ORDINANCE WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR REPAIRS TO THE
DUPREE PARK BACKSTOP FOR DAMAGE SUSTAINED DURING THE
TORNADO ON MARCH 31,2023; FOR APPROPRIATE IMPLEMENTATION AND
ACCESS FOR DEPARTMENT AND CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
REPRESENTATIVES; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND, FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, Dupree Park, located within the jurisdiction of the City of Jacksonville,
has suffered substantial damages as a result of the tornado that occurred on March 31, 2023;
and
WHEREAS, repairs to Dupree Park are necessary to restore it to a safe and
functional condition for the benefit and enjoyment of the community; and
WHEREAS, the repairs required for Dupree Park are urgent and time -sensitive due
to the impact on public safety and the need to resume regular park operations promptly; and
WHEREAS, the City has insurance coverage that will cover the costs associated
with the repairs to Dupree Park; and
WHEREAS, The City will submit the necessary documentation and claims to the
insurance company to ensure reimbursement for the costs associated with the repairs.
WHEREAS, the City, in its best efforts to secure the lowest possible price, has
obtained quotes, the lowest of which is presented herein; and
WHEREAS, the Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department asks City Council to
waive competitive bidding and request they be allowed to contract with Fence Brokers, Inc.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, THAT:
SECTION ONE: Competitive bidding for backstop repairs by the Jacksonville
Parks and Recreation Department would be untimely, making said competitive bidding
unfeasible and impractical.
SECTION TWO: Competitive bidding is hereby waived, pursuant to ACA § 14-
58-303, to authorize contracting for Dupree Park backstop repairs for the Jacksonville Parks
'^ and Recreation Department. Authorization is hereby given to the Mayor and/or his
authorized representative(s) to enter into contract with Fence Brokers, Inc. not to exceed
Seventy Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty Dollars ($70,950.00), plus any applicable taxes.
ORDINANCE NO. 1731 (915 - 2023)
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SECTION THREE: All Ordinances, parts of Ordinances, or previous actions
taken by said Council in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION FOUR: This Ordinance, necessary for the continued efficient delivery
of public services and for the benefit, health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of
Jacksonville, should be implemented immediately. Therefore, an emergency is hereby
declared, and this Ordinance shall be in force and effect from and after its date of passage.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 8TH DAY OF JUNE, 2023.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
ATTEST: J ELMORE, MAYOR
APP90VED AS TO FORM:
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STE ANIE FRIEDMAN, CITY ATTORNEY