SUBJECT:
Title
A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Erie Approving a Construction Contract with JOC Construction, LLC, for the Arapahoe Ridge Sidewalk Removal and Replacement Project
Body
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
Department
PRESENTER(S): Luke Bolinger, Director of Parks and Recreation
FISCAL SUMMARY:
Cost as Recommended: $258,877.69
Balance Available: $260,000,000
Budget Line Item Number: 210-50-810-605000-100273
New Appropriation Required: No
POLICY ISSUES: This project involves removing and replacing the current sidewalk, thus has minimal policy implications. Council appropriated funding for this purpose in the 2025 Budget.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Approve the Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Erie Approving a Construction Contract with JOC Construction, LLC, for the Arapahoe Ridge Sidewalk Removal and Replacement Project.
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SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
The Parks & Open Space (P&OS) Division of the Parks & Recreation (P&R) Department has assumed responsibility for maintaining a section of sidewalk along Arapahoe Road, east of the North 111th Street intersection. A maintenance agreement signed in November 2022 formalized this transition, shifting responsibility from the Arapahoe Ridge Homeowners Association (HOA) to P&OS. While P&OS now maintains the sidewalk, the HOA remains responsible for local trail connectors, landscaping, and irrigation.
Significant deterioration has created serious safety and accessibility concerns. The concrete has developed extensive cracks, crumbling edges, and uneven surfaces. Nearly half of the sidewalk sections show visible damage, posing hazards to pedestrians. The sidewalk no longer meets ADA standards, which require immediate remediation of vertical surface changes of ¼ inch or more to prevent trip hazards. Multiple sections exceed this threshold, making safe passage difficult, particularly for individuals with mobility challenges.
Approximately 12 years ago, several of the most damaged sections were replaced to extend the sidewalk’s lifespan. While these repairs provided temporary improvements, they have since deteriorated, and new cracks have formed. Given the extent of the deterioration, patchwork repairs are no longer a viable solution. A full sidewalk replacement is necessary to restore structural integrity, ensure ADA compliance, and provide a safe, durable surface for public use. This capital improvement project prioritizes safety, long-term durability, and minimal disruption to the community. The project includes removing and hauling off the existing concrete and pouring a new sidewalk that meets current safety and accessibility standards.
The P&OS Division has worked closely with the HOA management company and HOA leadership to coordinate scheduling, ensure access, and address any potential impacts on HOA-maintained property. Additionally, P&OS has developed clear communication strategies to keep HOA members and Erie residents informed throughout the project.
Fiscal Impact:
The Town approved this capital improvement project during the 2025 budget cycle, allocating $260,000 for its completion. In accordance with Section 8, Cooperative Purchasing of the Town’s Purchasing Policy, the Parks & Recreation Department selected JOC Construction LLC for this project. JOC Construction LLC is an approved vendor through the Gordian Job-Order Contracting cooperative purchasing process for labor and materials for this project. The Town has been a member of this cooperative platform since 2022. Participating in approved cooperative purchasing allows governments, educational entities and non-profits to take advantage of competitively bid goods and services for routine projects. The process is also streamlined allowing for quicker procurement timelines
COUNCIL PRIORITY(S) ADDRESSED:
ü Attractive Community Amenities
ü Well-Maintained Transportation Infrastructure
ü Safe and Healthy Community
ü Effective Governance
ü Environmentally Sustainable
ü Fiscally Responsible
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Construction Contract
2. Resolution 25-059