At the April 27 meeting, the Park Board approved construction of Phase 1 of the Park Avenue Breakwater Project in the amount of $2,221,890. The base scope of this project includes removal of the existing barge breakwater and boat ramp, stockpiling and salvaging existing breakwater fill and armor stone, construction of a new steel sheet pile breakwater with a concrete crown wall and construction of a new concrete boat launch. Funding for the project includes $2,000,000 from the Park District’s capital fund and $400,000 from the Parks Foundation of Highland Park, made possible from community donations. Construction begins this Fall.
| PHASE 1 | |
|---|---|
| Capital Budgeted 2022 | $2,000,000 |
| Donations (approximate as of 4/27/22) | $400,000 |
| Lakes & Rivers Construction Total Base Bid with Value Engineering | ($2,221,890) |
| 5% Contingency | ($110,000) |
| SmithGroup Construction Phase Service | ($68,000) |
| Anticipated Amount Under Budget | $110 |
Phase 2 of the Breakwater Project is construction of ancillary items that support safe use of the boat ramp including an ADA accessible floating dock, safety bollards and lighting. This phase is currently not funded and is estimated to cost $280,000. The Park District has applied for a Boat Access Area Development Grant through IDNR for $200,000. If the Park District is awarded this grant, additional funds will be needed to complete the project. If the Park District is not awarded the grant, portions of Phase 2 will be delayed until funding has been secured. In this instance, an estimated $180,000 will be needed to complete necessary portions of Phase 2. The Park District will likely seek construction bids for Phase 2 in December 2022 for construction to be completed by Memorial Day Weekend 2023.
