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Consider approving Resolution No. 2016-103 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Project Specific Agreement with Dallas County for roadway repairs and improvements to Alpha Road between Midway Road and Inwood Road; and take appropriate action.
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BACKGROUND:
Dallas County has provided financial assistance to cities within the County of Dallas for maintenance of Type B roadways. Type B roadways consist of thoroughfares and bridges of major cross county importance. The City entered into a Master Road & Bridge Interlocal Maintenance Agreement with Dallas County in January, 2013, which is effective for five (5) years. In order to participate with Dallas County, the City must have a Project Specific Agreement for each specific project requested.
DISCUSSION:
The City of Farmers Branch has submitted a request for roadway maintenance funding assistance for Alpha Road between Midway Road to Inwood Road which requires the execution of a Project Specific Agreement with Dallas County. The City shall be responsible for the construction administration and any payments made for this project. The Public Works 2016-2017 Public Works Streets Operations Budget has allotted funds for street panel replacement projects throughout the City. This project is estimated to be $700,000 and Dallas County will provide a fifty percent match in an amount not to exceed $150,000.00 for this specific section of street.
The City and County desire to enter into a Project Specific Agreement at this time. The qualifying Road and Bridge Project funding is for Alpha Road between Midway Road and Inwood Road. The construction work will consist of panel replacement, curb and gutter, ADA ramps and street markings within the limits of this roadway.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Administration recommends approving Resolution No. 2016-103 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Project Specific Agreement with Dallas County for roadway repairs and improvements to Alpha Road between Midway Roa...
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