Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
This ordinance authorizes payment for utility relocation work as needed by American Electric Power, and other utilities (or companies hired by utilities to perform utility relocation work) for the Bridge Rehab - UIRF - Milo Grogan Second Avenue Improvements project in an amount up to $335,000.00.
The Public Service Department is engaged in the Bridge Rehab - UIRF - Milo Grogan Second Avenue Improvements project. This project consists of new pervious pavement in the parking lane of Second Avenue, replacing the existing curb and installation of curb extensions to define the parking areas. Streetscape improvements will consist of replacement of existing sidewalks, new street trees and new street lighting with underground circuit. The signals at Cleveland Avenue and St Clair Avenue will be modified to accommodate the proposed improvements. Project will relocate utilities to allow for the reconstructing of existing retaining walls along the project corridor.
In the course of effecting roadway improvements, it is sometimes necessary to force the relocation of utilities from privately held easements or place overhead utilities underground to promote public health, safety and welfare including the economic development of the City. It is necessary to move utilities to complete this project.
The funding request for utilities relocation reimbursement is based upon estimates from the utilities. The utilities will invoice the City for actual costs incurred in relocating the utilities. The amount needed may exceed the amount requested in this ordinance. Additional legislation will be submitted by the Department of Public Service if additional funds are needed to complete the relocations.
2. FISCAL IMPACT
This is a budgeted expense. Funding for this expense is available and appropriated within Fund 7704, the Streets and Highways Bond Fund.
3. EMERGENCY DESIGNATION
Emergency action is requested in order to complete needed improvemen...
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