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River Ridge CDD approves $1.11 million drainage contract with Clark Construction
Summary
The River Ridge CDD Board unanimously approved a not‑to‑exceed $1,111,860 contract with Clark Construction Group, Inc. to complete four stormwater management phases, adding a 5% contingency to cover unknowns such as tree removal and sprinkler adjustments.
The River Ridge Community Development District Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a not‑to‑exceed $1,111,860 contract with Clark Construction Group, Inc. to carry out four stormwater management phases covering Oak Run, Turnberry, Palmetto Dunes and Seaside IV.
District engineer consultant Charlie Krebs and District Manager Eric Long presented bid comparisons and explained an added 5% contingency on top of the contractor’s 15% contingency to cover potential unknowns, increasing the Grand Total from a base of $1,058,914.45 to $1,111,860. Krebs said the extra contingency would be applied to unit‑cost items such as tree removal, shrub replanting and raising sprinkler heads where elevation changes occur.
The motion to award the contract was made by Mr. Blumenthal and seconded by Mr. Mountford; the motion carried with all supervisors in favor. The Board directed staff to require the contractor to provide tallies of unit items so staff can verify work against invoices.
Why it matters: the work is intended to reduce stormwater problems across multiple neighborhoods and has funding and contingency implications for the CDD’s capital program. The Village of Estero has approved the stormwater management permit; South Florida Water Management District approval is pending.
Next steps: Krebs will proceed with contracting and staff will monitor unit counts and invoice verifications during construction.
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