RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Sheriff-Coroner, or designee, to execute a contract amendment with Marine Emporium Boat Works Inc., for a change in payment provisions, with no change in existing payment limits or term, to provide marine haul out, destruction and storage of vessels in and around the Bethel Island, East Contra Costa Area.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No change to the original payment limit of $300,000, 100% State; Budgeted. Funded by the California Department of Boating and Waterways grant, Abandoned Watercraft Abatement Fund (AWAF) and General Fund.
BACKGROUND:
The waterways in and around Contra County haven been long been used for the illegal dumping and sinking of abandoned and derelict vessels of all sizes and types. If allowed to remain, these vessels are often hazards to safety, navigation, wildlife, and are hazardous to the environment. Many vessels are carrying hazardous materials. The vessels adversely impact residents, commercial, and recreational boaters in and around Contra Costa County.
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