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Bm 9 7 Ft ,c 53-5 for maintenance of the wetlands for 120 days from the substantial completion date. However, recently seasonal migratory birds have taken refuge in the wetlands that resulted in trampled or pulled plants. The contractor replanted these cells; however, the same situation reoccurred. The contractor has asked for an extension in time for replanting the cells until the birds migrate in March. ANALYSIS Per the construction agreement with the County (Section 1.8.5) , 10% retainage ($178,585.00) is withheld from the contractor pending completion of the contract agreement. The engineer, Masteller.and Moler, Inc., 'has determined and recommended in a letter dated February 27, 1996, that the reduction of retainage be reduced to 5% ($89,293.00). This determination was based upon their observation that the contractor has worked hard, diligently pursued completion of the job, and cooperated with the County. The retainage was determined by the engineer as sufficient to complete the job. RECOMMENDATION The staff of the Department of Utility Services recommends approval from the Board of County Commissioners for the proposed reduction in -the amount of retainage to 5% ($89,293.00). Chairman Adams asked if this is an addition to the continued services contract the Board approved a couple of weeks ago. Capital Projects Engineer Bill McCain understood that contract would pick up after this 120 -day period. The services are being coordinated. ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously approved a reduction in the amount of retainage to 5% ($89,293) to Coastal Construction of Brevard, Inc. REDUCTION OF RETAINAGE ON FILE IN OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD HOBART LANDING WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT - WORK AUTHORIZATION NO. 30 - FINAL PAYMENT REQUEST - DRIVEWAYS, INC. The Board reviewed the following memo dated 2/29/96: 44 MARCH 12, 1996