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Board declares Zaragoza Street work substantially complete; sets 60-day window for final stone cap
Summary
The TIRZ No. 1 board accepted the Zaragoza Street Improvements project as substantially complete pending a single cosmetic punch‑list item (custom stone cap). The contractor was given up to 60 days to finish and release of the bond was discussed.
The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 board voted to accept the Zaragoza Street Improvements project as substantially complete while leaving one cosmetic punch-list item — a custom stone cap — outstanding.
Edward Ochoa, a consultant with KCI, told the board that manufacturing of the custom stone cap was underway and that molds had been produced. Ochoa said the manufacturer estimated the cap would take roughly four to six weeks from the date the shop drawings were approved (the transcript records final approval of shop drawings on March 29), and that once the caps are delivered the contractor could complete the remaining work in a few days.
The board approved a motion to accept the project as substantially complete and to extend the contract term to allow completion of the stone cap, specifying a 60-day completion window to allow for delivery and installation. The motion also directed staff to fill in the AIA substantial-completion form with the 60‑day completion timeline so the contractor could seek bond release for other work.
Board members and staff discussed that the remaining item was cosmetic and non-operational; Ochoa and city engineering representatives indicated the work should not interfere with operations and that the contractor was ready to finish as soon as the cap arrives. The board and staff also noted the contractor’s desire to free up the bond so the contractor could pursue other city work.
Why it matters
Accepting substantial completion while holding a defined, time-limited punch-list item open is a standard practice that allows the city to move forward administratively while ensuring the outstanding work is tracked and completed. Releasing the bond after the single item is installed would free the contractor to bid on other projects.
Clarifying details
- Shop drawings final approval date (transcript): March 29, 2025; manufacturer estimated 4–6 weeks from that date for stone cap manufacture.
- Board direction: Accept project as substantially complete, extend contract to allow completion of the stone cap and set 60 days for completion (motion passed by voice vote).
