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ITEM o3.
No sharp corners! (typ.)
Aluminum or Steel "frame".
1" all-around frame on face,
with 2" sides/returns. Fasten
to with flush tamper-pr000f
hardware through sides. Paint
to match Matthews Acrylic
Polyurethane #30132 Black,
rnatte/semi gloss finish.
2"+/- Square Painted Alurninum
or Steel heavy -wall post. Post
is securely welded to inside of
3" round post. Flush cap with
water -jet cut logo is welded to
top to prevent water intrusion.
Paint to match Matthews Acrylic
Polyurethane #30132 Black,
matte/serni gloss finish.
1" tall x 4" dia. Aluminum or
Steel "cap". Welded to top of
3" post, and to sides of 2" post
that penetrates it. Paint to match
Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30132 Black, matte/serni gloss
finish.
Miami River Greenway
Historical Marker Specifications
-- 1/4" Thk. Steel or Aluminum Plate
water -jet cut logo. Logo is welded
to 1/4" thk. 2" x 2" base plate. Base
plate is welded as "cap" to top of
2" square post. Logo is painted three
colors of Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane.
See Sheet 8/W-HIS for more details.
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14" x 34" Porcelain Enarnel sign panel,
with 1" flange. Panel has 5-6 colors, and
photo. Different artwork in each location.
Panel has holes properly drilled through
sides to accept mounting hardware. No
visible fasteners.
5" Dia. Painted Metal Sphere. Drilled
to allow 2" pipe to pass through.
Cleanly weld to 2" post. Paint to
match Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30133/18645 Metallic Gold, matte/
semi gloss finish.
3" Dia. Round Painted Aluminum or
Steel heavy -wall post. Post is sunk into
ground/sign footer. Paint to match
Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30132 Black, matte/semi gloss finish.
2' 0" +/- tall "Yarrnouth" Cast Alum. Wrap
Around Base. Weld to 3" post. Paint to
rnatch Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30132 Black, matte/semi gloss finish.
Ref: Alloy Castings Co., Inc.
151 West Union Street
East Bridgewater, MA 02333-0473
Phone (508) 378-2541 Fax (508) 378-1240
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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Partl: General Specifications
Section 1: General Specifications
Section 2: Products
Section 3: Execution
Section 4: Sign Panel Typeface
Section 5: Sample Bid Form
Part 2: Sign Specifications
Sheet 1/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign
Sheet 2/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign
Sheet 3/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign
Sheet 4/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign -
Sheet 5/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign -
Sheet 6/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign -
Sheet 7/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign -
Sheet 8/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign -
Sheet 9/W-HIS, Historical Marker Sign
Into the public
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— Overview
- Overall Dimensions
- Materials & Colors
Typical Sign Panel Dimensions
Horizontal Section A -A
Partial Vertical Section B-B
Partial Vertical Section C-C
Symbol Specifications
— Typical Sign Location
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Part One:
General Specifications
Submitted Into the public
record in connection with
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Priscilla A. Thompson
City Clerk
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,,. City Clerk
SECTION 1: GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
The Historical Marker sign type specified within this document is one element of a new
exterior wayfinding program designed as part of the Miami River Greenways project.
These signs will be installed in proximity to historical sites along new exterior public
walkways and parks adjacent to the Miami River in Miami, Florida.
This area has a rich cultural history, and is an active "working" river that winds from
Downtown through the surrounding communities. The area is in active development and
re -development —the new greenway paths wind through diverse neighborhoods
consisting of old (and historic) communities, inner city, new residences and
condominiums, public parks, commercial fishing & shipping, restaurants, retail, hotels
and historic landmarks.
These historical markers are one element of a new urban identity system, designed to
help create a unique "sense of place" to this emerging district. The stylized sign graphics,
colors and symbols have been designed to compliment, and were developed in
conjunction with, new paving, landscaping and street furniture.
These signs will be installed along city streets in very public, urban locations. As such,
they will be very accessible to the public —but also very exposed to both the harsh South
Florida environment (salt, sun and wind) and potential vandals, graffiti artists, thieves etc.
The specifications within strive to find the proper balance of art and durability —but it
will be the responsibility of the selected Sign Fabricator to build and execute these
concepts in the most durable, vandal resistant manner possible. The enclosed documents
represent "intent", and the minimum acceptable standards.
The City expects the selected Fabricator to work with them, in the City's best interests, to
deliver a product with the best, most appropriate materials and finishes and highest levels
of quality and workmanship. Paint finishes must be UV, vandal and graffiti resistant.
Visible and accessible fasteners should be kept to an absolute minimum, and must be
completely tamper -proof. Steel is the preferred choice for all metal components, although
aluminum may be substituted to keep costs manageable (aluminum parts are often
vandalized and stolen within the City —this should be taken into consideration).
Installations must be clean and secure, and meet the strict South Florida codes.
Fabricators are encouraged to suggest alternative methods, materials and finishes if they
believe they will produce a superior quality and durability, and provided that the design
integrity and intent is not compromised. All suggestions must be clearly presented in
writing (at time of bid, and/or time of shop drawings), along with sufficient reasons and
supporting data that demonstrates how the alternate method will exceed or outperform the
specification. Cost impact of alternate methods and/or materials must also be presented.
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Lastly, at time of submission, there was still some debates over certain sign locations.
The information contained here should be considered accurate for purposes of bidding,
and any subsequent changes or revisions should be very minor. Sign Fabricator must be
sure to consult with the City on these issues and be sure they have the final versions of all
symbols and sign locations before executing the work.
1.01 General
Provide Exterior Signage in accordance with requirements of the Contract Documents.
Successful bidder(s) must perform as required by contract and coordinate all work with
the City of Miami (Owner) and its project consultants and sub -contractors. Sign
Fabricator is expected to meet all established schedules and deadlines, and coordinate
these with Owner. Sign Fabricator representative is required to attend a general kick-off
meeting with Owner, and subsequent periodic meetings as agreed to with Owner. Sign
Fabricator is expected to cooperate fully with the Owner to expedite and facilitate the
prompt and accurate completion and installation of all sign elements. Sign Fabricator will
coordinate his efforts with other contractors and suppliers of equipment and services that
the Owner may engage outside of his contract.
1.02 Sign Types, Characteristics and Locations
Refer to accompanying signage design intent drawings.
1.03 Time of Completion
As directed by Owner.
1.04 Preconstruction Conference
A preconstruction meeting will be held with Owner and Sign Fabricator to establish final
specification, field working conditions, and proper channels for coordination.
1.05 Codes
Property is located in Miami, Florida in Miami -Dade County. Presiding sign codes are
City of Miami and FDOT. Fabricator must insure that all work performed is in
accordance with these sign codes. Submitted Into the public
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City Clerk
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City Clerk
1.06 Design Wind Load
Provide sign assemblies designed, tested, and installed to withstand positive and negative
wind loads per the requirements of all local and national codes for the area, and approved
by licensed engineer.
1.07 Submittals by Sign Contractor
A. Shop Drawings
Shop drawings for all items must be submitted to Owner for approval prior to all
fabrication. Furnish elevations, details of fabrication and erection, including all materials,
shapes, dimensions, finishes, design loads, anchorage, method of connections etc. Show
dimensions of letters and logo forms.
B. Samples
Fabricator must match exactly all custom paint and materials as specified. Fabricator
must provide samples, for approval, of all finishes specified. Submit (2) sets of 8" x 10"
(for review/approval by Owner) non -returnable samples of each custom and standard
color, material or finish as specified in these design documents. Then submit (2) sets of
non -returnable 8" x 10" samples of each approved custom and standard colors and
finishes on the actual materials.
C. Full -Size Patterns and Lettering
Provide Owner with full-size (where possible- to scale for very large elements) patterns
of each sign element to be fabricated. City will provide selected Fabricator with digital
"camera-ready" artwork including all symbols/logos to be used, Porcelain Enamel
historical sign graphics, and fonts used. Artwork will be supplied on CD, in vector format
(symbols) or raster (photos) as Adobe Illustrator CS and .eps files, Macintosh format.
D. Supplementary Product Literature
The Sign Fabricator will furnish Owner any manufacturers' literature describing the
general properties of each product to be used in the Work.
E. Structural calculations
Furnish engineering calculations to show that maximum stress and deflection of sign
elements and sign support system do not exceed specified performance requirements
under full design loading. Calculations shall be prepared and sealed by an engineer
licensed in the province where project is located.
F. Extra Materials
Deliver extra materials to the Owner in manufacturer's original packing, touch up paint,
lamps, hardware, installation materials, inserts, etc., as may be required.
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1.08 Permits by Sign Contractor
Sign Contractor shall make all submittals for permits, shall be responsible for paying all
fees, making adjustments as required, or any task necessary for obtaining local building
and installation Sign Permits for the proper execution of the work. Sign Contractor to
coordinate all permits required with the Owner and/or General Contractor.
1.09 Quality Assurance
A. Working Prototypes
Provide working prototypes of actual sign types as specified, within an agreed upon time
frame after signing of contract. Prototypes for this project are listed below, and are in
addition to the finish samples required in 1.07 (B).
1. One (1) complete W-HIS Historical Marker sign (not including porcelain
enamel panel) to be delivered and presented to the City in Miami, at a location
and date to be specified by the City. Prototype will be evaluated for
compliance of colors, materials, size, workmanship and overall quality. Sign
will be returned to Fabricator with written comments and may be used as a
production piece provided all Owner's comments and corrections are
flawlessly executed. Sign will be the measure by which all others will be
judged, and other signs will be expected to exactly match prototype standards.
2. A sample of the Porcelain Enamel product/technique to be used on the W-HIS
Historical Marker signs, showing similar material thickness, finish, resolution
and line -screen for graphics. Sample does not need to be created for this
project, but must be from the actual Porcelain manufacturer that will be used.
B. Work -In -Progress Approval
In addition to the prototypes listed above, Owner may request to review other work -in -
progress at the Sign Fabricator's shop. If requested by Owner, Fabricator must make
available for review and inspection in shop of requested signs or elements. Owner will
give proper advance notice and schedule in advance any shop visits.
C. Regulatory Requirements
Comply with applicable requirements of the laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations of
Federal, State and Municipal authorities having jurisdiction. Obtain necessary approvals
and permits for all such authorities.
D. Markings and Labels
No labels or markings are to be used unless
locate markings and other identifications so
acceptable to Owner.
required by authorities per code. If necessary,
as to be concealed from public view and as
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E. Final Location of Signs
Typical sign locations are provided within the accompanying specification. The exact
final locations of sign elements shall be reviewed, approved, and directed by Owner and
confirmed at the site. Sign Contractor shall arrange for meetings at the site to
accommodate Owner's review and direction of final locations.
F. General
1. The Sign Contractor is responsible for hiring, compensating and coordinating all sub-
contractors in the various trades that may be required to construct the Work. The Sign
Contractor shall be responsible for the quality of all materials and workmanship of any
firm or individual who act as sub -contractor. All work under this Contract shall be
performed by skilled craftsmen under supervision of trained foremen, experienced in the
trade or craft required to accomplish the work and produce products of high quality. The
Sign Contractor shall guarantee all materials and workmanship for five years after date of
acceptance of Work by Owner.
2. Written dimensions on drawings shall have precedence over scaled dimensions. Sign
Contractor shall field verify and be responsible for all dimensions and conditions shown
by these drawings. Shop details must be approved by Owner.
3. Owner shall be notified by Sign Contractor of any discrepancies in drawings, in -field
dimensions or conditions and/or changes required in construction details.
4. Sign Contractor may not manufacture, reproduce, or exhibit these designs, or modify
them for any other purpose outside of this current contract without written approval of
Owner.
1.10 Warranty
A. Signing Warranty
Furnish 5-year written warranty signed by the Sign Contractor and Installer, agreeing to
repair or replace Work that has failed as a result of defects in materials or workmanship.
Fabricator is responsible to acquire any authorization necessary to provide
manufacturer's warranty for all materials. Upon notification of such defects, within the
warranty period, make necessary repairs or replacement at the convenience of the Owner.
B. Paint Finish Warranty
Paint finish specified for this project is "Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane" and this is the
minimum acceptable finish. Fabricator may propose alternate finishes if he believes, and
can show sufficient evidence to support, that the alternate finish will exceed the specified
finish in wear, durability, color fastness and maintenance. All specified colors must still
be matched exactly. Powder coating, for example, may be a good alternative if not cost
prohibitive.
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1."Excessive Fading"
A change in appearance that is perceptible and objectionable as determined by the Owner
when visually compared with the original color range standards.
2."Excessive Non -Uniformity"
Non -uniform fading to the extent that adjacent panels have a color difference greater than
the original acceptable range of color.
3."Will Not Pit or Otherwise Corrode"
No pitting or other type of corrosion, discernible, from a distance of 10' (3m), resulting
from the natural elements in the atmosphere at the project site.
4. Paint finishes shall be "graffiti -resistant" within current reasonable and acceptable
standards for such signs. Graffiti resistant coatings or paint additives should be used
when possible and practical to make graffiti removal easier.
1.11 Maintenance
Furnish complete manuals describing the materials, devices and procedures to be
followed in operating, cleaning and maintaining the Work. Include manufacturer's
brochures and parts lists describing the actual materials used in the Work, including metal
alloys, finishes, and other major components. Assemble manuals for component parts
into single binders identified for each system.
1.12 On -Site Conditions
By bidding, Sign Contractor acknowledges that he has visited the site and is familiar with
the site and all conditions under which this work is to occur.
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SECTION 2 : PRODUCTS
2.01 Sign Materials (where appliciable)
A. Adhesives
Silicone adhesive used for installing sign items shall be as manufactured by General
Electric, Dow Corning, or equal. Polyfoam or "Isotac" contact adhesive tape,
manufactured by 3M, shall be used in conjunction with silicone adhesives for installation
of sign parts (if applicable), in minimum thicknesses available.
B. All Specified Metals
Steel is the preferred material for all ornamental, architectural work. If necessary,
Aluminum may be used in combination with/instead of steel. Due to the public nature
and location of the project, Owner is concerned that aluminum components are a greater
theft and vandalism risk, given past experiences elsewhere in the City. Surface finish
shall be smooth, free of extrusion marks or imperfections. Alloy shall be selected to meet
the structural requirements of the specific application. Structural metal for concealed
framing shall be of hot or cold rolled steel or structural aluminum as required to properly
satisfy sign engineering specifications.
C. Brass/Bronze/Stainless Steel/Aluminum
Where Brass, Bronze, or Aluminum is specified on the drawings, provide as a solid not
plated, alloy of copper and zinc. All Stainless Steel shall be of an alloy with the highest
degree possible of corrosion resistance.
D. Concrete Foundations
Sign Contractor shall provide structurally engineered concrete footings/foundations and
nonstructural (mow -strip) pads at grade (in landscaped areas only) to meet all local and
national building code requirements.
E. Foam Tape (if applicable)
Provide black polyurethane foam tape or "VHB" laminate tape as manufactured by 3M
(or equivalent), applied to sign components as required, non -visible.
F. Porcelain Enamel
Detailed Requirements:
1. Base Metal
Base metal shall be steel. For the purposes of this specification, steel is defined to
include:
a. Special purposed "enameling iron or steel" of low metalloid and copper
content, expecially manufactured and processed for the production of
porcelain enamel units for architectural purposes
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b. Conventional cold rolled sheets which can be satisfactorily porcelain
enameled and which meet other requirements of this specification. Note:
Warpage may be a significant factor when using cold rolled steel as it
impacts "6. Flatness of Panel" below.
2. Processing
A porcelain enamel coating shall be applied to all areas of each unit, including
back and flanges, by methods recognized as good commercial practice. At least
one additional fired coating shall be applied to the face side of each unit.
3. Corrosion Protection
The back side of non -laminated panels shall be protected with fired porcelain
enamel coating. The coating requirements for the back side do not apply when
adequate corrosion protection is provided to the panel by the laminated
construction.
Corrosion protection in laminated panels is dependent upon the durability of the
lamination.
4. Porcelain Enamel Finish
a. Weather Resistance
The porcelain enamel finish on all surfaces exposed to weathering shall
pass the acid spot test as given in the Test Methods section. In addition, all
red, yellow and orange porcelain enamels shall pass the cupric sulfate test
as described in the same section.
b. Continuity of Coating
Visual inspection of each piece shall reveal no visible breaks or surface
defects in the cover coating that will expose the underlying coating or the
steel on surfaces exposed to weathering, nor the underlying steel on either
the back or flanges. This requirement shall not apply to sheared edges.
Special metallic coatings are sometimes fired onto porcelain enamel
surfaces to achieve specific textures and finishes. This coating may be
continuous or may have purposely induces breaks and discontinuities.
Such coatings shall qualify under this requirement if the underlying
porcelain enamel satisfies all requirements in this specification.
c. Surface Appearance
The porcelain enamel on all surfaces exposed to weathering shall be free
of blemishes in the coating that my impair the serviceability or detract
from the general appearance of the panel when viewed from a distance of
5 feet or the distance at which the panel will be normally viewed,
whichever is the greater. Orange peel and surface finish should be
reviewed and agreed on before production. Color tolerances should be
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agreed on before production. Certain colors are more susceptible to color
stability.
6. Flatness of Panel
Finished faces shall have a maximum variation of 3/16" (4.76mm) in a convex
direction when measured perpendicular to the nominal plane of the panel face.
Variation in the concave direction shall be limited to 3/32" (2.38mm) from actual
plane of the panel face. These tolerances are for panels with a face area of 8 sq. ft.
(0.86 m2) or less. Proportionately greater allowance will be permited for panels of
greater areas. Panels are to be measured in the position (usually vertical) in which
the panel will eventually be installed. Note: While not a part of the specification
itself, further data regarding flatness is set forth in the Section, Supplementary
Considerations.
7. Clips and Attachments
All metal lugs, clips and other attachments fastened to the panel, as well as those
furnished unattached by the manufacturer, for the purpose of attaching the panel
to the building structure shall be made of a recognized corrosion resistant metal
such as stainless steel type 302 or equivalent. This requirement specifically
excludes stiffener bars or braces, clips for holding insulation in place, and similar
devices not intended for the purpose of attaching the panel to the building
structure. Also excluded are furring, substructure assemblies, or braces that may
be furnished by the manufacturer.
8. Gloss
The gloss of the porcelain enamel finish, together with permissible tolerances in
gloss, should conform visually with samples selected by the architect and/or
purchaser during negotiation of the contract. It is also recommended that the
finish be of a type that will not reflect distinct images. If the reflecting power is
high, images seen in the mounted panels will usually be distorted due to even very
small deviations from flatness. Experience has shown that the overall appearance
of a structure will be considerably improved if the image reflection (distinctness -
of -image gloss) is kept as low as possible. A qualitative evaluation of this type of
gloss can be made by observing the image of a window mullion in the surface of
the panel. If the image is clear and sharp, the distictness-of-image gloss is
normally too high for architectural purposes.
9. Color
The color and color tolerance should be specified in the purchase contract. If
possible, this should be based on porcelain enameled sample color specimens.
Compliance with color specification may be determined by visual matching under
viewing conditions mutually agreed upon by the contracting parties, or may be
determined instrumentally.
The color tolerance to be specified should depend upon the color service
requirement and the ease with which particular color or colors can be controlled
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in production, and should be clearly specified in the purchase contract. To be
considered also are the type of structure, the texture of the finish, and the
proximity of adjacent panels. Some colors can be controlled more closely than
others.
Decorative colors and coloring processes, such as stenciling, silk screening and
highlighting, may be used to produce designs, letters and special effects, provided
the finish so produced meets all of the requirements of this specification
10. Texture
The porcelain enamel will be furnished in a smooth and non -textured finish.
Orange peel tolerance should be specified with tolerance samples.
11. Thickness of Porcelain Enamel
Various thicknesses are encountered in commercial ware. Thickness tolerance
should be agreed upon in writing before production. Texture, color and processing
techniques influence the amount of porcelain enamel which is applied.
Thin porcelain enamel coatings are desirable to provide maximum resistance to
damage from flexure. However, processing methods and desired appearance
characteristics may result in variations of recommended minimum thickness of
the coating. A minimum of 0.0035" (0.089 mm) of cover coat will normally
provide acceptable durability. The total thickness may range from 0.005 to 0.020"
().127-0.508 mm), depending upon process and appearance.
Total thickness should not exceed 0.020" (0.508 mm), except where greater
thicknesses are necessary to meet specific appearance requirements.
12. Thickness of Metal
Thickness, grade and design tolerance of metal should be agreed upon during
negotiation of the contract. Full consideration should be given to the size, shape
or detail of the unit, and the duty which the unit is to perform in the building
structure
13. Packaging and Shipping
Packaging, shipping and handling methods should be specified and should be
practical for supplier, shipper, and erector.
14. Shop Drawings
Complete drawings should show forming detail, tolerances allowed (both
dimensional and flatness), location in completed structure, and on-the-job cutting
or drilling requirements. The maximum allowable extent of damage due to
drilling and cutting should be agreed upon by contracting parties.
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A. General
Provide custom manufactured sign assemblies, components completely fabricated and
finished at factory before delivery to site. Construct to accurate detail and dimensions as
shown and as review on shop drawings. Fit and assemble the Work at shop to the greatest
extent possible, and mark the components as required to facilitate assembly during
installation. Exposed fasteners on finished faces will not be allowed, unless specifically
indicated. Waviness and oil canning of surfaces is not acceptable.
G. Hardware/Hinges
Provide and install all incidental hardware necessary for the proper functioning of the
signs, including but not restricted to materials and products covered in this section.
Provide stainless steel hinges for all hinged access panels. Provide pin tumbler locks for
all access panels requiring locks. Provide stainless steel fasteners for assembling ferrous
and nonferrous metals. Exposed fasteners should be kept to an absolute minimum to
adhere to design intent and to minimize risk of vandalism. Any exposed fasteners must be
100% tamper -proof. Every provision must be taken to insure exposed fasteners will be
extremely difficult, if not impossible, to be removed or tampered with.
H. Insulation
Separate all ferrous and non-ferrous metals with non -conducive gaskets to prevent
electrolysis. In addition to gaskets, provide stainless steel fasteners for same case.
2.02 Finishing Materials
Linear Polyurethane Coatings. Provide the following or approved equal as acceptable to
Owner.
1. Acrylic Linear Polyurethane Enamel Two component, acrylic aliphatic
isocyanate/ acrylic polyurethane having ultraviolet inhibitors and engineered for
application to sign components.
2. Primer for Aluminum Two part component Primer: One coat Matthews 74-734
and 74-73S Metal Pretreat at .25 mils dry film thickness or one coat of Matthews
74793 Spray Bond at .15 to .25 mils dry film thickness or Wyandotte/AKZO Grip
Guard Wash Primer (2AFY-31284) with Grip -Guard ash Primer Hardner
(1OAFK-31285) combined and applied per manufacturer's specifications or
approve equal (primer) for the application of the pre -approved and pre -formulated
paint system.
3. Clear Sealers
As required of highest quality available, applied per manufacturer's
specifications: Crystal Clear Polyurethane Sealer.
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B. Seams and Joints
Whenever possible, in the interest of durability and vandal resistance, all sign elements
should be continuously welded together. Mechanical fasteners should only be used when
welding is impossible, or on parts that are not publicly accessible. Welded joints shall be
ground filled and finished flush and smooth with adjacent work. Such seams shall be
invisible after final finish has been applied. Spot welded joints shall not be visible on
exterior of signs after final finish has been applied. No gaps, light leaks, waves, or oil
canning will be permitted in work.
C. Metal Signs and Supports
Fabricate exposed surfaces uniformly flat and smooth, without distortion, pitting, or other
blemishes. Form exposed metal edges to a smooth radius. Grind exposed welds and
rough areas to make flush with adjacent smooth surfaces.
1. Welding
Make welds continuous. Comply with American Welding Society, Aluminum
Association, and Copper Development Association standards for the type of
metal. Provide the alloy and type required for strength, workability, compatibility
and color match after grinding smooth and finishing the fabricated product.
2. Fasteners
Provide tamper -proof bolts, nuts, screws, washers, anchors and other devices
required to complete the work. Use same basic metal alloy as the metal fastened,
and finished to match in color and texture. Use stainless steel where joining
dissimilar materials and weather seal. Use exposed fasteners only where
indicated. Perform drilling and tapping at shop. Provide adhesive, sealant, and
other necessary materials as specified by Owner.
3. Dissimilar Materials
Where metal surfaces will be in contact with dissimilar materials, coat the
surfaces with epoxy paint or provide other means of dielectric separation as
recommended by manufacturer to prevent galvanic corrosion. Separate all ferrous
and non-ferrous metals with non-conductive gaskets, provide stainless steel
fasteners to secure ferrous to non-ferrous metals.
D. Hardware
Provide all incidental hardware necessary for the proper functioning of signs. External
hardware shall conform to the external appearance of the sign, and be tamper -proof.
E. Castings
Exposed surfaces uniformly free from porosity and roughness. Edges filled and ground
smooth. Faces chemically etched and mechanically polished for specified finish.
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F. Galvanizing
Provide for steel components in exterior construction, and where noted to be galvanized.
Complete the shop fabrication prior to application of the zinc coating. Remove mill scale
and rust, clean and pickle the units as required for proper pretreatment of the surfaces.
G. Water -Jet Cutting
Ornaments and logos that are specified as water -jet cut may not be produced by alternate
methods. Ornaments should be cut by computer driven machinery using supplied digital
vector artwork, from a single piece of metal plate, and must exactly and consistently
reproduce the same design in multiple quantities needed. Metal must be cut clean and
smooth with 90-degree edges. All sharp edges, burrs, marks etc. must be ground smooth
and clean prior to application of paint finish.
2.04 Shop Application of Sign Finishes
A. Paint Finishes
Clean the surfaces as required for proper adhesion of coatings Use 3M Co. "Scotch Brite"
pads with cleanser and water, and/or chemically treat as recommended by paint
manufacturer to remove deleterious film or residue.
1. Primer
Provide in strict accordance with paint manufacturer's recommendations as
required for proper adhesion and application of finish.
2. Paint
Provide pretreatment & primer in accordance with manufacturer's
recommendation.
3. Clear Coat Finish
Provide pretreatment, primer, and gloss finish coatings in accordance with
manufacturer's recommendations.
2.05 Artwork
A. Sign Contractor is responsible for executing the Work accurately utilizing the
supplied digital camera-ready artwork.
B. Typeface, letter and word spacing shall follow the format as demonstrated in the Sign
Specification documents.
C. All artwork to be produced by digital means by specialists trained in this art.
D. All text is to be generated by digital means. No hand drawn fonts.
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E. Owner must review and approve all camera-ready artwork prior to fabrication. Sign
Fabricator agrees to correct or adjust any artwork that does not meet Owner's approval.
F. Artwork generated is for the specific use of executing this project and may not be re-
used in its same form on non -related projects.
2.06 Application of Graphics
A. Vinyl Die -Cut and Pattern -Cut Graphics
Use of vinyl graphics and/or lettering for any and all sign types in this project is
prohibited.
2.07 Application of Sign Elements
A. Preparation
Surfaces to receive the sign elements shall be clean, dry, and otherwise made ready for
the application of materials. Accurately measure and layout the required marking
configurations as indicated on drawings.
B. Sign Graphics
Provide letters, numerals, symbols, and other graphics markings, using finish materials
shown. Apply the graphics neatly, uniformly proportioned and spaced, and accurate
within the dimensions indicated. Prepare the substrate surfaces and apply finish materials
in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
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City Clerk
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SECTION 3: EXECUTION
3.01 Pre -installation
A. Verification of Conditions
Examine the areas to receive the Work and the conditions under which the Work would
be performed. Sign Contractor shall notify Owner of conditions detrimental to the proper
and timely completion of the Work. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have
been corrected.
B. Pre -Installation Meeting
A pre -installation meeting will be held with Owner and Sign Contractor to mutually
agree on all installation details, placement, access, etc.
3.02 Installation of Signs
A. General
Complete installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer's printed instructions and
accepted shop drawings, to produce Work complying with the Contract Documents. The
Sign Contractor will be responsible for daily clean-up of their areas of work.
B. Erection of Signs
Set and attach the Work accurately in location, alignment and elevation, plumb, level and
true, as measured from established reference points and from other Work already in
place. Fit components accurately together to form tight joints and secure connections.
Coordinate with other trades as necessary, if applicable.
3.03 Adjusting
Neatly repair minor blemishes or marring on finished surfaces so that repairs are
imperceptible. Completely replace components having permanent non -removable
scratches, stains, or other defacement.
3.04 Cleaning
Upon completion of the Work, remove unused materials, debris, containers and
equipment from the project site. Remove protective coverings and clean the exposed
surfaces of the Work to removal dirt, stains and other substances, by methods as
recommended by manufacturer.
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City Clerk
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3.05 Protection
Protect the Work during the construction period so that it will be without any indication
of use or damage. Leave the Work clean and free from defects at time of Owner's
acceptance.
3.06 Final Walk -Through and Punch List
A final walk-through will be held with Owner to review the finished installation. Sign
Contractor will prepare a punch list of all items requiring modifications. Owner reserves
the right to reject all or part of a sign that does not correspond to Design Drawings and
specifications or the approved shop drawings, lettering patterns, samples, etc.
3.07 Guarantee
Contractor to provide full guarantee of all workmanship, materials, equipment etc. of this
installation for a period of one (5) years after Owner acceptance. Contractor shall
replace/repair any defective work within an agreed upon timeframe after notification by
Owner, throughout the duration of this period. Contractor shall execute the Warranty/
Guarantee form supplied by Owner.
3.08 Fabrication Errors
If the Sign Fabricator has made an error in copy, color, material, quality, etc. these items
must be corrected within an agreed upon timeframe of Owner's observation of error (at
no additional cost the Owner). Owner will notify the Sign Fabricator with a written punch
list as errors are discovered.
3.09 Storage
Owner is requesting that Sign Fabricator be responsible for the temporary safe storage of
some completed signs. Due to the phasing of the Greenway project construction, some
areas will be completed in advance of others. A certain number of signs will be able to be
installed immediately upon completion, while others may not be installed for an
additional 6 months to a year. Owner will provide a schedule of probable installation
dates.
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City Clerk
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SECTION 4: SIGN PANEL TYPEFACE
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghi j Iclmnopgrstuvwxyz
0123456789
"Friz Quadrata"
(Adobe Systems)
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City Clerk
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SECTION 5: SAMPLE BID FORM
(This form must be completed and returned with bid)
Sign Type
Quantity
Unit Cost
Extended Cost
W-HIS, Historical Marker
9
$
$
Installation Costs
Permitting Costs
Shipping Costs
Taxes
Total
Notes / Comments:
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City Clerk
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Part Two:
Sign Specifications
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item
Priscilla A. Tho p on
City Clerk
Water -jet Cut
Painted Steel/
Aluminum Logo
& Graphics
Painted Steel/
Aluminum Frame
Porcelain Enamel
Sign Panel w/photo
and 5-6 color graphics.
Painted Metal
Sphere
Painted Aluminum
/Steel Post
Cast Aluminum
Wrap Around Base
Front Elevation
Historical Marker Sign - Overview
Scale: 1"= 1'-0"
Reay Elevation
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City Clerk Sign Type: W-HIS
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1' - 2" +/-
3"--�
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1/4"
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Front
10 1 /2"+/-
Historical Marker Sign - Overall Dimensions
Scale:1"= 1'-O"
Side
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Priscilla A. Th meson
City fr ype: W-HIS
No sharp corners! (typ.)
Aluminum or Steel "frame".
1" all-around frame on face,
with 2" sides/returns. Fasten
to with flush tamper-pr000f
hardware through sides. Paint
to match Matthews Acrylic
Polyurethane #30132 Black,
matte/semi gloss finish.
2"+/- Square Painted Aluminum
or Steel heavy -wall post. Post
is securely welded to inside of
3" round post. Flush cap with
water -jet cut logo is welded to
top to prevent water intrusion.
Paint to match Matthews Acrylic
Polyurethane #30132 Black,
matte/semi gloss finish.
1" tall x 4" dia. Aluminum or
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Steel "cap". Welded to top of
3" post, and to sides of 2" post
that penetrates it. Paint to match
Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30132 Black, matte/semi gloss
finish.
**Note:
Section A -A -- see Sheet 5/W-HIS
Section B-B -- see Sheet 6/W-HIS
Section C-C -- see Sheet 7/W-HIS
MIAMI RI\
4REENWAY
1/4" Thk. Steel or Aluminum Plate
water -jet cut logo. Logo is welded
to 1/4" thk. 2" x 2" base plate. Base
plate is welded as "cap" to top of
2" square post. Logo is painted three
colors of Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane.
See Sheet 8/W-HIS for more details.
14" x 34" Porcelain Enamel sign panel,
with 1" flange. Panel has 5-6 colors, and
photo. Different artwork in each location.
Panel has holes properly drilled through
sides to accept mounting hardware. No
visible fasteners.
5" Dia. Painted Metal Sphere. Drilled
to allow 2" pipe to pass through.
Cleanly weld to 2" post. Paint to
match Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30133/18645 Metallic Gold, matte/
semi gloss finish.
3" Dia. Round Painted Aluminum or
Steel heavy -wall post. Post is sunk into
ground/sign footer. Paint to match
Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30132 Black, matte/semi gloss finish.
2' 0" +/- tall "Yarmouth" Cast Alum. Wrap
Around Base. Weld to 3" post. Paint to
match Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30132 Black, matte/semi gloss finish.
Ref: Alloy Castings Co., Inc.
151 West Union Street
East Bridgewater, MA 02333-0473
Phone (508) 378-2541 Fax (508) 378-1240
www.alloycastings.com
Steel or Aluminum post set into
sign footer so that base is flush
with payment. Footer as req'd
to meet all local and national
codes.
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Priscilla A. Thompson
City Clerk
Historical Marker Sign - Materials & Colors
Scale:1"= 1'-0"
Sign Type: W-HIS
14"
FORT DALLAS
The building known today as Fort Dallas was only part of the original
compound known by that name. This structure was built In 1844 as
slave quarters for the William English plantation, which was located at
the mouth of the Miami River on the north bank. Constructed of native
oolitic limestone quarried at the site, the building is the earliest ,(--�—
surviving example of native limestone construction In Mlaml.
When English left Miami In 1849 to follow the California Gold Rush, the
U.S. Army occupied his plantation for a year and used the buildings for
Its headquarters. English never returned to Florida and the Army
re-established Fort Dallas In 1855 during the Third Seminole War. The
fort was abandoned for the last time In 1858.
During the second half of the nineteenth century, the building served
as a store, post office, trading post and for a short time, as the
courthouse for Dade County. In 1925 plans were announced to destroy
the building. Community groups led by the Mlaml Women's Club and
the Daughters of the American Revolution, rallied to save it, and the
City of Miami agreed to place It In Lummus Park. The building was
demolished and re -built where it stands today, using all original
materials. Presently It serves as the clubhouse for the Daughters of the
American Revolution.
The building known today as Fort Dallas was only part of the original
compound known by that name. This structure was built in 1844 as
slave quarters for the William English plantation. which was located at
the mourh of the Miami Rivet on the north bank. Constructed of native
oolitic limestone quarried at the site. the building is the earliest
surviving example of native limesrone construction in Miami.
When English left Miami in 1849 to follow the California Gold Rush, the
U.S. Army occupied his plantation for a year and used the buildings for
its headquarters. English never returned to Florida and the Anny
re-established Fort Dallas in 1855 during the Third Seminole War. The
tort was abandoned for the last time in 1858.
During rhe second half of the nineteenth century. the building served
as a store. post office. trading post and for a short time. as the
courthouse for Dade County. In 1925 plans were announced to destroy
rhe building. Community groups led by the Miami Women's Club and
the Daughters of the American Revolution. rallied to save It. and the
City of Miami agreed to place it in Lummus Park. The building was
demolished and re -built where it stands today, using all original
materials. Presently it serves as the clubhouse for the Daughters of the
American Revolution.
MIAMI RIVER GREENWAY<
Background (below "wave")
to match PMS 299C Medium
Blue.(Typ.)
Historical Marker Sign - Typical Sign Panel Dimensions
Scale: 3"= 1'-0"
"Title Text" to match
PMS 661C Dark Blue. (typ.)
Changes each panel. (typ.)
"Story Text (english)" to match
PMS 661C Dark Blue. (typ.)
Changes each panel. (typ.)
**Note:
14" x 34" x 1" Porcelain Enamel
sign panel on 16 - 18 Gauge steel.
5-6 Colors, with PMS matching.
Sign text and graphics change
each location, camera-ready art
will be provided. Graphics shown
are for Design Intent and Bidding
purposes, actual graphics are still
in development. Fabricator will
receive finished artwork at time
of Fabrication.
Line of overlapping frame.
Frame overlaps 1" all around.
"Story Text (spanish)" to match
PMS 202C Dark Red. Changes
each panel. (typ.)
Black & White Photo(s).
Changes each panel. (typ.)
Background (above
"wave") paint to match
PMS 7401C Light Cream
(typ.)
"Villagers Logo" to match
PMS 661 C Dark Blue. (typ.)
4"Wave" is White.(typ.)
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EQ.
"Miami River Greenway"
text is White.(typ.)
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City Clerk
Sign Type: W-HIS
2"+/- Square Painted Aluminum
or Steel heavy -wall post. Post
is securely welded to inside of
3" round post. Flush cap with
water -jet cut logo is welded to
top to prevent water intrusion.
Paint to match Matthews Acrylic
Polyurethane #30132 Black,
matte/semi gloss finish.
1/8" thk. +/- Aluminum or Steel "pan", back
with four sides, welded seams/construction.
Fasten from inside to 2" post, no vis.
fasteners. Paint to match Matthews - - -
Acrylic Polyurethane #30132 Black,
matte/semi gloss finish.
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5" Dia. Painted Metal Sphere.
Drilled to allow 2" pipe to pass
through (below).
3" Dia. Round Painted Aluminum
or Steel heavy -wall post (below).
Flush, Tamper -proof screws
in quantities as required.
Heads painted to match
metal frame (typ.)
Internal blocking/structure,
"weep" holes (if needed)
as req'd.
i
Mounting hardware as req'd
through inside back of sign
panel construction (typ.)
Flush S/S mounting hardware with nylon
washers through side of pan & Porcelain
Enamel sign. Qty. as req'd (typ.)
Internal Plywood blocking/fill
inside Porcelain Enamel pan
14" x 34" Porcelain Enamel sign panel,
with 1" flange. Panel has 5-6 colors, and
photo. Different artwork in each location.
Panel has holes properly drilled through
sides to accept mounting hardware.
1/8" thk. +/- Aluminum or Steel "frame".
1" all-around frame on face, with 2" sides/returns.
Welded seams/construction. Fasten to "pan",
with flush tamper-pr000f hardware as requireSubmitfed Into the public
through sides. Paint to match Matthews record inCorBr1L:'ri Acrylic Polyurethane #30132 Black, Vb('th
matte/semi gloss finish.
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Historical Marker Sign - Horizontal Section A -A
Scale: Half Actual Size
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Priscilla A. Thompson
City Clerk
Sign Type: W-HIS
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A
14" x 34" Sign
panel in front.
2"+/- Square Painted
Aluminum or Steel
heavy -wall post. Post
is securely welded to
inside of 3" round
post.
Mounting hardware as req'd
through inside back of sign
panel construction (typ.)
4 5" Dia. Painted Metal Sphere.
Drilled to allow 2" pipe to
pass through. Cleanly weld
to 2" post.
\
1" tall x 4" dia. Aluminum or
Steel "cap". Welded to top of
3" post, and to sides of 2" post
that penetrates it.
3" Dia. Round Painted Aluminum
or Steel heavy -wall post. Post is
sunk into ground/sign footer.
2' 0" +/- tall "Yarmouth" Cast
Alum. Wrap Around Base.
Weld to 3" post.
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Priscilla A. Thompson
City Clerk
Historical Marker Sign - Partial Vertical Section B-B Sign Type: W-HIS
Scale: Half Actual Size
Flush, Tamper -proof screws
in quantities as required.
Heads painted to match
metal frame (typ.)
1/8" thk. +/- Aluminum or Steel
"frame". 1" all-around frame on
face, with 2" sides/returns. Welded
seams/construction. Fasten to "pan",
with flush tamper-pr000f hardware
as required through sides.
Flush S/S mounting hardware with nylon washers through
side of pan & Porcelain Enamel
sign. Qty. as req'd (typ.)
14" x 34" Porcelain Enamel
sign panel, with 1" flange.
Panel has holes properly
drilled through sides to
accept mounting hardware.
1/4"
EQ. jr EQ.
5/8"
Internal Plywood blocking/fill
inside Porcelain Enamel pan
1/8" thk. +/- Aluminum or
1/4" Thk. Steel or Aluminum Plate
water -jet cut logo. Design to be
computer cut from available digital
vector artwork to exactly duplicate
symbol. Logo is welded to 1/4" thk.
2" x 2" base plate. Base plate is
welded as "cap" to top of 2" square
post. See sheet 8/W-HIS for more
symbol details.
1/4" thk. 2" x 2" Steel or Aluminum
base plate. Welded as "cap" to top
of 2"square post. Cap sits 1/2" below
top of 20" x 36" panel in front so
connection and welds are not visible
from the front.
Steel "pan", back with four
sides, welded seams/construction.
Fasten from inside to 2" post,
no vis. fasteners.
Mounting hardware as req'd
through inside back of sign
panel construction (typ.)
2"+/- Square Painted Alum.
or Steel heavy -wall post.
Post is securely welded to
inside of 3" round post.
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City Clerk
Historical Marker Sign - Partial Vertical Section C-C Sign Type: W-HIS
Scale: Half Actual Size
14" +/-
Paint "sunburst" front & back
faces and edges to match
Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane
#30133/18645 Metallic Gold,
matte/semi gloss finish.
Carefully and acurately mask
and spray. No hand painting!
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Priscilla A. Thompson
City Clerk
**Note:
Symbol is water -jet cut out of (1) piece of metal plate. Color breaks are achieved by
carefully masking and spraying "waves" and "sunburst". Router/laser cut masking
from digital files should be used for precision. (1) sample must be supplied and
approved for quality of metalwork and paint finish prior to full production.
1/4" Thk. Steel or Aluminum Plate water -jet cut
logo. Design to be computer cut from available
digital vector artwork to exactly duplicate symbol.
All Historic Marker Signs, Sign Type W-HIS always
use this symbol.
Open airspace.
(white shapes
within symbol)
Metal here is
cut away.(Typ.)
1/2" long rectangular "tab" at bottom of symbol. Welds to 2"
post cap. Tab should not be visible when sign is viewed from
front! Top of sign panel overlaps and conceals entire tab. (typ.)
Paint "circle & symbol" front & back faces and edges to
match Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane #30132 Black,
matte/semi gloss finish. Carefully and acurately mask
and spray. No hand painting!
Paint "wave" front & back faces and edges to match
Matthews Acrylic Polyurethane #24100 (Medium Blue), matte/
semi gloss finish. Carefully and acurately mask and spray.
No hand painting!
Symbol pictured was in final development at time of spec. document. Please obtain
final versions from City prior to manufacture.
8 Historical Marker Sign - Symbol Specifications Sign Type: W-HIS
W-H I S
Scale: 3"=1'-0"
SCOTrISH RITE
TEMPLE
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(PHOTO)
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MIAMI RIVER GREEN WAY
Typical Sign Message
2'-0"+/- (min.)
4F—GREEN
2'-0"+/-
W A
4'-0" (min.) - 6'-0"
Typical Sign Location
Historical Marker Sign - Typical Sign Location
Scale: No Scale
**Note:
Camera-ready art with
actual text and photo
will be supplied to Sign
Fabricator for each sign/
location. Art shown is
for design intent and
specification purposes
only.
* *Note:
Diagram here is for install
intent with typ. dimensions
and orientation. Specific
locations will vary, all install
locations must be confirmed
with City.
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City Clerk
Sign Type: W-HIS