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Arbitration decision in the case of Pinellas County v. American Empire Builders, Inc., et al. - Circuit Civil Case No. 24-005416-CI - contract dispute regarding the Oakwood Bridge Replacement contract.
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Recommended Action:
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Consideration of authority to accept or reject the arbitration decision in the case of Pinellas County v. American Empire Builders, Inc., et al.
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Strategic Priorities:
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Summary:
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The above-referenced case is being brought to the Board of County Commissioners for consideration of authority to accept or reject the court-ordered non-binding arbitration determination in accordance with the confidential memorandum and shade meeting discussions of August 11, 2026.
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Background Information:
The project was awarded on December 7, 2021, under Legistar item 21-1595A, and the contractor’s right to proceed under the contract was terminated on January 30, 2024, pursuant to Legistar item 24-0012A. Litigation was approved pursuant to Legistar item 24-1427A.
Fiscal Impact:
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Staff Member Responsible:
Jewel White, County Attorney
Christy Donovan Pemberton, Managing Assistant County Attorney
Kelli Hammer Levy, Director, Public Works
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