HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0034) M&C 19-0038City of Fort Worth,
Mayor and
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Council Communication
DATE: 08/13/19 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 19-0038
LOG NAME: 80CASINO BEACH LOW PRESSURE SEWER
SUBJECT
Conduct Public Hearing and Authorize the Use of Parkland at Casino Beach Park for the Installation of a Sanitary Sewer Line with Associated
Infrastructure (COUNCIL DISTRICT 7) (PUBLIC HEARING - a. Report of City Staff, b. Citizen Presentations, c. Council Action)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing under the guidelines set forth by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, Chapter 26, Protection of Public Parks and
Recreational Lands;
2. Find that no feasible or prudent alternative exists for the use of Casino Beach Park for the installation of a sanitary sewer line with associated
infrastructure;
3. Find that the proposed installation of a sanitary sewer line with associated infrastructure includes all reasonable planning to minimize harm to
the parkland, including that all infrastructure and equipment will be constructed in Casino Beach Park as specified on the attached exhibits and as
noted in the discussion below; and
4. Close the public hearing and authorize the use of approximately 0.087 acres of dedicated parkland at Casino Beach Park for the
proposed sanitary sewer line with associated infrastructure improvements.
• Casino Beach Park - located at 7451 Watercress Drive, south and west of Jacksboro Hwy, bisected by Watercress Drive, North of Lake
Worth, east of Surfside Drive, in Council District 7
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication (M&C) is to authorize the use of a portion of parkland at Casino Beach Park for the
installation of a sanitary sewer line with associated infrastructure improvements.
The City of Fort Worth Water Department (WD) is requesting the use of a portion of the Casino Beach Park (Park) for the installation of a low
pressure sanitary sewer line. The proposed low pressure sanitary sewer line project involves the installation of one (1) main line and three (3)
service lateral lines to the adjacent property owners along Surfside. The lines will be installed by boring and trenching. No trees will be impacted
by the proposed project.
The improvements will encompass approximately 3,796 square feet of maintenance area within the park.
Equipment
Width
Length
Total
(feet)
(linear feet)
(square feet)
Sanitary Sewer
10
379.6
3,796
Line
In accordance with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, Chapter 26, the City of Fort Worth seeks to use a portion of the Casino Beach Park for the
purpose of installing a sanitary sewer line with associated infrastructure improvements.
On June 26, 2019, the Park & Recreation Advisory Board endorsed Staffs recommendation to the City Council to authorize the use of Casino
Beach Park for the installation of sanitary sewer line with associated infrastructure.
In accordance with State law, public notice of the hearing was advertised in the Fort Worth Star -Telegram on July 18, 2019, July 25, 2019 and
August 1, 2019. An exhibit map was available for public review at the Park & Recreation Department administrative offices located at 4200 South
Freeway, Suite 2200, Fort Worth, Texas 76115.
A letter announcing the proposed use was sent to the president of the Scenic Shores Neighborhood Association on July 15, 2019. Signage was
posted at the site noting the proposed use and providing instructions for directing comments to the Park & Recreation Department. Staff will note
any public comment received during the public hearing Report of City Staff.
Casino Beach Park is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 7.
This M&C does not request approval of a contract with a business entity.
A Form 1295 is not required for this contract because: This M&C does not request approval of a contract with a business entity.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that this action will have no material effect on City Funds.
Submitted for City Manager's Office W. Fernando Costa 6122
Originating Business Unit Head: David Creek 5704
Additional Information Contact: David Creek 5704