Site work and paving for a sidewalk / parking lot in Cape Coral, Florida. Working plans call for site work for a sidewalk / parking lot; and for paving for a sidewalk / parking lot.

https://govmarketnews.com/cape-coral-approves-1-4b-budget-tackling-rapid-growth/ The Cape Coral City Council approved a budget for fiscal year 2026 (FY26) on Sept. 25. The $1.4 billion budget focuses on several areas of priority for the city. According to officials, the budget addresses rapid population growth, infrastructure needs and pressure from inflation. The Cape Coral City Council approved a budget for fiscal year 2026 (FY26) on Sept. 25. The $1.4 billion budget focuses on several areas of priority for the city. According to officials, the budget addresses rapid population growth, infrastructure needs and pressure from inflation. The budget also adds 63 new positions, enhancing service across multiple departments including emergency management, fire and police. Public safety is a major priority for officials as the population grows, with $202.7 million allocated in the budget for emergency services and management. The Cape Coral Fire Department received $99.5 million of that figure, focusing on areas such as staffing, training, facilities and safety upgrades. Improvements include $60.5 million for fire personnel services, which include an additional 19 positions, as well as $9.4 million to rebuild Fire Station 5. The Cape Coral Police Department received $91.8 million, supporting police operations citywide. This includes $76.6 million dedicated to personnel services, adding 16 new positions and specialized roles in training, school safety and digital forensics. An additional $8 million is set aside as a general disaster reserve to provide temporary resources in the event of a declared disaster. Water and utility infrastructure also received major attention from officials, with more than $478 million allocated for several initiatives across the city. Significant investments include: $284.6 million North 3 Utility Expansion Project, extending water, sewer, irrigation, utilities and fiber optics to accommodate rapid growth in the northern part of the city. $56.1 million Phase II North Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant, expanding water treatment capacity and wellfield infrastructure to meet increasing demand. $53 million Southwest Water Reclamation Facility Improvements, upgrading wastewater treatment infrastructure at the Southwest water reclamation facility. $14.8 million North 3 UEP Stormwater Advanced Drainage System, developing advanced stormwater management infrastructure as part of the North 3 expansion project. $13 million Everest Headworks, funding infrastructure improvements at the Everest water reclamation facility. Officials also focused on fiscal sustainability for the FY26 budget, allocating $62.2 million in total funding. The funds will be placed in a reserve equal to 2.8 months of General Fund expenditures. This provides financial stability during economic downturns and disasters. About $41.6 million in total funding goes toward education. The budget allocates $37.9 million for operating Cape Corals municipal charter schools, with another $2.1 million funding educational and enrichment programs for residents of all ages. The Frieda B Smith Special Populations Center also received $1.6 million to support programs and services for adults and children with disabilities. Infrastructure and community development received $23.9 million. While officials approved numerous smaller investments across the city, $8.1 million will fund road repairs, resurfacing and other road upgrades throughout Cape Coral. Another $3.5 million will go toward installing and upgrading street lighting along major transportation corridors. The city is also allocating $3.5 million to the Coral Oaks Municipal Golf Course for maintaining operations at the facility. Other general, notable improvements include: $3.4 million Lake Kennedy parking lot construction. $3.2 million New neighborhood park at 2224 NE 15th St. $3.2 million Chiquita access management and turn lane improvements. $2 million Bridge capital project fund allocation. $1.1 million Sidewalk installation around schools. $850,000 City Hall roof replacement. $700,000 Median curbing upgrades. The FY26 budget took effect Oct. 1. Cape Coral remains one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation, according to officials, who said the 2026 budget positions the city to meet evolving resident needs while maintaining fiscal responsibility. The city will continue updating its six-year Asset Management Program alongside ongoing capital improvements throughout the fiscal year. ------------------------------------- The City of Cape Coral will receive bids for Lake Kennedy and Sun Splash Parking Lot Conversion, BPW25142KMR. Event Bid description: The bid opening will be taking place If you wish to attend in person, the bid location will be at City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33990, Conference Room # 252. All attendees must check in at the information counter with the Officer, present their ID (driver's license or ID card) and wait for an escort to accompany them to the second floor. Please arrive 15 minutes early. The City is renovating portions of the Lake Kennedy Racquet Center property to include converting and expanding vehicle parking, sidewalk, and onsite landscape features for short term rain events. Additional improvements include fencing, lighting and landscaping surrounding the property. The technical specifications of the project can be found in the attachments tab listed as Exhibit A. Project Plans for Lake Kennedy can be found in Exhibit B and Sun Splash can be found in Exhibit C. The City of Cape Coral was incorporated in 1970 and operates under the Council/City Manager form of government. The City Council has eight members consisting of the mayor and seven members all elected at large on a nonpartisan basis. City Council is responsible for all policy-making functions of the government and retains the services of a City Attorney, City Auditor and City Manager. The City Manager is responsible for all administration of the City, which provides a comprehensive range of municipal services including general government, public safety, community services, public works, planning, utilities, and parks and recreation. Cape Coral is the 8th largest city by population and the 3rd largest by land mass in Florida. Cape Coral currently has a population of more than 200,000 residents and is experiencing high growth. As a pre-platted community, Cape Coral could have more than 360,000 residents at buildout. The city has a sub-tropical lifestyle with thousands of waterfront residential properties on almost 400 miles of canals. About two-thirds of these canals provide boaters with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. All questions about the meaning or intent of the Bidding Documents shall be submitted via the Electronic Procurement (E-Procurement) platform by the date and time stated in the Events Tab of the E-Procurement. Questions shall be submitted through the Questions Tab and selecting Add Question. NO ADDENDA WILL BE ISSUED WITHIN FIVE (5) BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE, UNLESS AN ADDENDUM HAS BEEN ISSUED EXTENDING THE DEADLINE. Question Deadline 11/04/2025 at 2:00 PM ET NO QUESTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER all questions must be submitted through online and received by stated time.