Advisory Board: Alamo Municipal Advisory Council
Subject: Livorna Park Improvements Project
Information:
The Livorna Park Improvements project is currently at the 65% design stage, with a total estimated cost of $4.09 million. While the overall layout and major systems are defined, costs are being refined as the project approaches final bidding decisions.
Please note: The Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) is reviewing the project to consider the elimination of specific high-cost items to manage the budget. It is critical to understand that any redesign of the current plans will result in additional costs and may impact the target opening date of July 2027.
Where the Project Stands
The Livorna Park Improvements project is currently at the 65% design stage, meaning:
* Overall layout, features, and major systems are defined
* Costs are refined but not final
* The project is approaching 95% design and bidding decisions
Key Upcoming Milestones
* April 7, 2026: MAC review
* May-June 2026: Final design (95-100%) and Board of Supervisors approvals
* Summer 2026: Bid and award
* Fall 2026: Construction start
* July 2027: Target park opening
Schedule Risks
* Overlap between final design and Board approval could delay bidding
* Construction runs through winter with no clear weather contingency
Total Project Budget
Current Total Estimated Cost: $4.09 Million
Category
Cost
%
Construction
$3.30M
80%
Construction Management
$340K
8%
Design (Consultant + County)
$442K
11%
Environmental (CEQA)
$15K
<1%
Construction Cost Breakdown (Key Drivers)
Playground (Largest Cost Driver)
* $1.10M (38% of construction)
* Includes:
o Equipment: $442K
o Safety surfacing: $246K
o Shade sails: $165K
o Freight + install: ~$200K
Splash Pad / Water Features
* $462K (16%)
Breakdown:
* Equipment: $35K
* Installation: $221K
* Mechanical systems: $113K
Walls & Structures
* $245K (8.6%)
* Entry arbor alone: $115K
Site Furnishings
* $227K (8%)
* Includes:
o Benches ($60K)
o Tables, trash cans...
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