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File #: 1299-2011    Version: 1
Type: Ordinance Status: Passed
File created: 8/24/2011 In control: Public Service & Transportation Committee
On agenda: 9/19/2011 Final action: 9/22/2011
Title: To authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a guaranteed maximum cost agreement with Capital Crossroads Special Improvement District pursuant to Section 186 of the Columbus City Charter, for the design of public infrastructure improvements in connection with the Alley Rehabilitation - Downtown SID project an amount up to $25,982.35; to authorize the expenditure of up to $25,982.35 from the Streets and Highways G.O. Bonds Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($25,982.35)
Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Service to enter into a design reimbursement agreement with Capital Crossroads Special Improvement District for an amount up to $25,982.35.

The project consists of removal of the raised and lowered areas of the plaza on the south side of Lynn Alley between High Street and Pearl Alley. These areas will be leveled and reconstructed as necessary to provide a continuous single level surface between the building on the north side and the south side of Lynn Alley. A raised platform will be constructed as necessary to provide access to the business operating out of the building on the south side of the alley. The raised platform shall be ADA accessible with an accessible ramp and, if required, steps. Storm Sewer inlets, all manholes, water valve boxes, and water services will be adjusted to grade. Accommodations shall be made to provide potential lighting along the alley in a future phase

Phase 2 of the project will install architectural features in Lynn and Pearl Alley including gateways, an overhead centerpiece feature at the intersection of Lynn and Pearl Alley, festoon and catenary lighting, and permanent plants.

2. CONTRACT COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
The contract compliance number for Capital Crossroads Special Improvement District is 34-1939884. The expiration date is 2/1/12.

3. FISCAL IMPACT
The Department of Public Service will contribute up to $25,982.35 for this design reimbursement agreement. This expense is budgeted within the 2011 Capital Improvement Budget and is available within the Streets and Highways G.O. Bonds Fund.

4. EMERGENCY DESIGNATION
The Department of Public Service is requesting this ordinance to be considered an emergency measure in order to allow for immediate execution of this agreement which is necessary to facilitate the design of these improvements.

Title
To authorize the Director of Public Service to enter into a guaranteed maximum ...

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