HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0068) M&C 19-0219City of Fort Worth,
Mayor and
Texas
Council Communication
DATE: 10/15/19 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 19-0219
LOG NAME: 80GATEWAY PARK 96 INCH SEWER LINE
SUBJECT
Conduct Public Hearing and Authorize the Use of Parkland at Gateway Park for the Installation of a Sanitary Sewer Line with Associated
Infrastructure (COUNCIL DISTRICT 4)
(PUBLIC HEARING - a. Report of City Staff: David Creek; b. Citizen Presentations; c. Council Action: Close Public Hearing and Approve the
M&C)
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 Gateway 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 Gateway 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 0.029 acres of dedicated parkland at Gateway Park for the proposed sanitary
sewer line with associated infrastructure improvements.
• Gateway Park - located at 751 Beach Street, south of First Street, west of Oakland Blvd, north of 1-30, east of Beach Street, in Council
District 4
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication (M&C) is to authorize the use of a portion of parkland at Gateway 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 Gateway Park (Park) for the installation of a sanitary sewer
line. The project involves the installation of one (1) 36" bypass sewer line and three (3) manholes. The sanitary sewer line will allow for the rerouting
of flow between an existing 60" and 84" sewer line that feeds into an existing 96" sanitary sewer line that is in need of repair. The proposed
manholes may vary in size based on the location and depth of the lines. The installation of the permanent bypass line will reduce impacts to the
Park for future maintenance on the existing lines. The Park will remain open during construction.
The proposed sanitary sewer bypass line will be installed at a minimum depth ranging from five (5) feet to ten (10) feet. The proposed project will
encompass approximately 1,300 square feet of maintenance area.
Sewer
Width
Length
Total
Infrastructure
(feet)
(linear feet)
(square
feet)
Bypass line
10
50
500
(3) Manhole
(varies)
(varies)
800
Structures
Total
1,300
In accordance with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, Chapter 26, the City of Fort Worth seeks to use a portion of the Gateway Park for the
purpose of installing a sanitary sewer line with associated infrastructure improvements.
On July 24, 2019, the Park & Recreation Advisory Board endorsed Staffs recommendation to the City Council to authorize the use of Gateway
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 Septermber 19, 2019, September 26,
2019 and October 3, 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 presidents of the White Lake Hills Neighborhood Association on September 16, 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.
Gateway Park is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 4
A Form 1295 is not required 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 by. Fernando Costa 6122
Originating Business Unit Head: David Creek 5704
Additional Information Contact: David Creek 5704