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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5411-06-2021 A Resolution NO. 5411-06-2021 AUTHORIZING A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT THE INTERSECTION OF STATE HIGHWAY 114 AND DOUBLE EAGLE BOULEVARD ON STATE RIGHT OF WAY WITHIN THE FORT WORTH CITY LIMITS WHEREAS, federal law establishes federally funded programs for transportation improvements to implement its public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Texas Transportation Code, Section 201.103 establishes that the State shall design, construct and operate a system of highways and roads in cooperation with local governments, and Section 222.052 authorizes the Texas Department of Transportation Commission to accept contributions from political subdivisions for development and construction of public roads within political subdivisions; and WHEREAS, a Master Agreement between the City of Fort Worth ("Local Government") and the State of Texas acting through the Texas Department of Transportation ("State") has been approved which states the general terms and conditions for Advance Funding Agreements (AFA) for transportation projects and other projects; and WHEREAS, on August 29, 2019, the State passed Minute Order No. 115550 approving the project; and WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth desires to enter into a Reimbursement Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation in the amount of $28,756.70 for the purpose of the City furnishing and installing traffic signal equipment on State Highway 114 at Double Eagle Boulevard. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH, THAT: The City Manager is authorized to execute a Reimbursement Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation in the total amount of$28,756.70 purpose of furnishing and installing traffic signal equipment on State Highway 114 at Double Eagle Boulevard. Adopted this 22°d day of June 2021. (!D ATTESTMary J. Kayser City Secretary New Traffic Signal Installation . . Q 1. Double Eagle Blvd & SH114 CSJ: 0918-00-328 ,ram �• � � a t Council District 7 _ . y F ��MI� y■ S'Wtllr 1 .-F T i 3Fi E � � b r �T SH114 @ Double Eagle Blvd i 4 If4Jr3_' VF r •• 'G.YIl�rluc�o •..r. + r ■ Circle Apoftme, i ■eg, . , Matt ■ ■ a r♦ . City of Fort Worth, Texas Mayor and Council Communication DATE: 06/22/21 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 21-0507 LOG NAME: 20SH 114 AND DOUBLE EAGLE BLVD REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT SUBJECT (CD 7)Adopt Attached Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Reimbursement Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation in the Amount Not to Exceed$28,756.70 to Furnish and Install Traffic Signal Equipment at the Intersection of State Highway 114 and Double Eagle Boulevard,Accept Federal Funding,and Adopt Attached Appropriation Ordinance RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Adopt the attached resolution authorizing the execution of a reimbursement agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation in the amount of$28,756.70 for procurement and installation by the City of Fort Worth for traffic signal equipment for the State Highway 114 and Double Eagle Boulevard new signal project(TxDOT Control Section Job No.0918-00-328); 2. Accept federal funding via the Texas Department of Transportation in the amount not to exceed$28,756.70;and 3. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Intergovernmental Contribution Fund in an amount up to$28,756.70 for the State Highway 114 and Double Eagle Boulevard new signal project(City Project No. 103424). DISCUSSION: The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication(M&C)is to adopt a resolution authorizing execution of a reimbursement agreement (Control Section Job No.0918-00-328)with the Texas Department of Transportation(TxDOT)and accept federal reimbursement funds furnishing and installing traffic signal equipment in the amount not to exceed$28,756.70 for furnishing and installing traffic signal equipment at State Highway (SH) 114 and Double Eagle Boulevard. The project includes installing new traffic signal poles,pedestal poles,signal heads,detection,cabinet,controller,etc.The project also involves installing new Accessible Pedestrian Signal(APS)pushbuttons,countdown pedestrian signal heads, new pavement markings,and associated traffic signal cables which includes barricades,signs,and traffic handling as well as mobilization. TxDOT owns and maintains a system of highways and roadways including SH 114 and TxDOT will be responsible for the entire traffic signal design and construction.The City will be reimbursed the amount of$28,756.70 for furnishing and installing certain traffic control equipment and will receive reimbursement from TxDOT after the construction is complete. A Form 1295 is not required because:This contract will be with a governmental entity,state agency or public institution of higher education:Texas Department of Transportation FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION: The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations,execution of the agreement,and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance,funds will be deposited into the Intergovernmental Contribution Fund as appropriated.The Transportation and Public Works Department(and Financial Management Services)is responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City.Prior to any expense being incurred,the Transportation and Public Works Department also has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds. Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Dana Burghdoff 8018 Originating Business Unit Head: William Johnson 7801 Additional Information Contact: Tanya Brooks 7861