SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Approve an estimate in the amount of $777,067.52 for reconstruction and replacement work for the Beach Marina building to be performed by SERVPRO of Largo. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on September 26-27, SERVPRO of Largo was activated by the city to address several buildings that were flooded and damaged during the storm. On December 19, 2024, City Council approved clean-up and emergency repair and mitigation work in amount of $443,737.26 for the Beach Marina building, which included cleaning, removal of debris and water, removal of carpet, flooring and drywall up to 24 inches above the water line, dehumidification and sanitization to mitigate mold growth.
The reconstruction work to be performed by SERVPRO includes framing, flooring, drywall and painting, raised electrical, doors, bathrooms, and ceiling tiles including the leased space. The Beach Marina building is not included in the scope of the Beach Marina Dock Replacement project currently under construction.
Previously approved mitigation work plus the current reconstruction and replacement work totals $1,220,804.78 for this claim.
SERVPRO was selected to perform these emergency services due to the quality services they have provided on other city claims and because they are on our response contractor recommendation list from the city’s insurance carriers. Once the city buildings were inspected, SERVPRO was called in to demo any non-cementitious walls that received flooding and to begin the cleaning and dehumidification process. They continue to be responsive, and Risk Management is confident that they can handle the complexities of the Hurricane Helene response and reconstruction.
SERVPRO is nationally recognized for commercial and residential disaster mitigation and recovery and has the experience, staff, and equipment to complete large loss mitigation and recovery by reducing the cost of mitigation and damage due to delay. This benefits the city by maximizing the insurance recovery for the city’s insured properties.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
This work will be funded by the city’s Central Insurance Fund.
5907590-545900-D2402 - Hurricane Helene $777,067.52
NFIP flood insurance has paid $512,592.70 ($500,000 for bldg. and $12,592.70 for contents) to date, which exceeds the deductible for this location of $169,108. It is expected that the balance of all damages at this location will be reimbursed by the city's insurance carriers.
USE OF RESERVE FUNDS:
N/A
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Approval of the purchase order supports several Strategic Plan Objectives, including:
• 1.2: Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through systematic management efforts.
