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Whittier Council approves consent calendar, awards Heli-Hydrant and water-main contracts
Summary
The council unanimously approved the Consent Calendar Oct. 14, including contracts for a Heli-Hydrant construction project ($1.36M) and a Summit Drive water-main replacement ($735,750), plus other operating and capital items.
The Whittier City Council unanimously approved its Oct. 14 Consent Calendar, authorizing multiple operational purchases and construction contracts.
Council members approved a $47,159 purchase and installation of a laser projector and screen for the Whittier Center Theater and authorized an amendment to PCAM, LLC’s Dial‑a‑Ride services agreement for dispatch software in an amount not to exceed $72,000. The council also denied several claims against the City as listed on the agenda.
On capital projects, the council authorized a Professional Services Agreement with Roux Associates, Inc. for hazardous‑materials mitigation tied to the Metro Hot Spots intersections project ($93,800). It awarded the Heli‑Hydrant construction contract to West Valley Investment Group, Inc. for $1,360,633 and approved a $136,063 contingency and related budget amendment. Separately, the Summit Drive water‑main replacement contract was awarded to Williams Pipeline Contractors, Inc. for $735,750 with a $74,000 contingency and a budget amendment.
Council also approved the removal of 33 trees associated with the Metro Hot Spots 5 Points Improvement Project, as recommended by the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission, consistent with the Parkway Tree Manual. A limited special‑event permit for a Pumpkin Patch on select days in October was also authorized.
The approvals were recorded as unanimous votes during the Consent Calendar motion.
The council’s actions allocate funds and authorize executive signatures for the awarded contracts; staff will return with contract documents and implementation steps as required by the City’s procurement procedures.
