Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
The City of Columbus, Department of Public Service, is engaged in the Hayden Run Boulevard, Phase II Roadway Improvements Project (CIP# 771009-100000/2302 DR. E). The project limits extend Hayden Run Boulevard from its current eastern terminus, eastward to Avery Road and widen Avery Road north and south of the extension of Hayden Run Boulevard. The Department of Public Service is currently finalizing construction plans and is prepared to authorize right-of-way acquisition pending passage of this funding legislation.
Improvements include: Hayden Run Boulevard roadway will cross the CSX railroad line via a grade separated bridge overpass. A shared use path will be installed on the north side of the roadway and a sidewalk will be installed on the south side. Street lighting will be installed. Hayden Run Boulevard will be installed with combined curb and gutter, along with storm sewer inlets and accompanying storm sewer piping. Raised concrete medians to the east and west of the railroad crossing. Traffic control (signage and pavement markings) will be installed. A new traffic signal installation will be installed at the intersection with Avery Road. Street trees will be provided.
Avery Road: This project will widen Avery Road from 625 feet south of Hayden Run Boulevard to 590 feet north of Hayden Run Boulevard. A 2 foot wide full depth paved shoulder and a 4 foot wide turf shoulder will be provided. The existing ditch lines will be regraded. Catch basins and storm sewer piping will be installed. Traffic control (signage and pavement markings) will be installed. A new traffic signal installation will be installed at the new intersection with Hayden Run Boulevard.
The following legislation authorizes the City Attorney's Office, Real Estate Division to hire professional services and to negotiate with property owners to acquire the various property rights necessary to complete this Roadway Improvement project. This leg...
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