HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4157-12-2012A Resolution
NO. 4157 -12 -2012
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR PAVEMENT AND
ELECTRICAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR RUNWAY 17/35 AT FORT WORTH
MEACHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
WHEREAS, the pavement on Runway 17/35 at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport is in
poor condition and needs to be resurfaced in order to extend the pavement life; and
WHEREAS, the electrical system associated with Runway 17/35 is at the end of its useful life
and must be replaced; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to request financial assistance from the Texas
Department of Transportation- Aviation for the design and construction of these vital improvements to
Runway 17 /35; and
WHEREAS, the total project cost is estimated to be $3,272,124.00 and the City of Fort Worth
will be responsible for the ten percent (10 %) local match of $327,212.00; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth names the Texas Department of Transportation- Aviation as
its agent for the purposes of applying for, receiving and disbursing all funds for these improvements and
for the administration of contracts necessary for the design and construction of these improvements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
The City Manager or his designee is hereby directed and authorized to execute all
contracts and agreements with the State of Texas, represented by the Texas Department of
Transportation, and such other parties as shall be necessary and appropriate for the design
and construction of pavement and electrical improvements for Runway 17/35 at Fort
Worth Meacham International Airport.
Adopted this 11th day of December, 2012.
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Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 12/11/2012 - Ordinance Nos. 20539 -12 -2012 & 20540 -12-
2012, and Resolution No. 4157 -12 -2012
DATE: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 REFERENCE NO.: C -26011
LOG NAME: 55FTW RUNWAY 17/35 PAVEMENT & ELECTRICAL IMPROVEMENTS
SUBJECT:
Authorize Application for, and Acceptance of, if Awarded, a Grant from the Texas Department of
Transportation in the Amount of $2,944,912.00 for the Design and Construction of Pavement and Electrical
Improvements on Runway 17/35 at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport, Authorize Expenditure in the
Amount of $327,212.00 from Gas Well Revenues to Provide the City's Match, Adopt Resolution and
Appropriation Ordinances (COUNCIL DISTRICT 2)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the application for, and acceptance of, if awarded, a grant from the Texas Department of
Transportation relating to the design and construction of pavement and electrical improvements on
Runway 17/35 at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport in the amount of $2,944,912.00;
2. Authorize the use of revenue derived from gas well drilling on City owned airports in the amount of
$327,212.00 to provide for the City's ten percent grant match of the total project cost in the amount of
$3,272,124.00;
3. Adopt the attached ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropropriations in the Airports Gas
Lease Project Fund in the amount of $327,212.00;
4. Adopt the attached resolution providing that the amount of $327,212.00 in available gas well revenue
funds will be available as a match for the design and construction of improvements on Runway 17/35 at
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all
necessary contracts with Texas Department of Transportation associated with this project;
5. Authorize a transfer in the amount of $327,212.00 from the Airports Gas Lease Project Fund to the
Airports Grant Fund for the City's 10 percent grant match;
6. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the
Airports Grant Fund in the amount of $3,272,124.00 subject to receipt of the grant.
DISCUSSION:
The City of Fort Worth has received a grant offer in the amount of $2,944,912.00 from the Texas
Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for the design and construction of pavement and electrical
improvements for Runway 17/35 at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport. This project includes the
milling and overlay of the asphalt pavement on Runway 17/35. The current pavement is in poor condition
and resurfacing is needed to extend the pavement life. This project also includes replacement and
upgrade of the Runway 17/35 electrical system. The current Runway 17/35 electrical system is in very
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poor condition due to age and requires replacement. The upgrade to LED lights will improve efficiency and
lower electricity usage.
The City will use revenue derived from gas well drilling for the 10 percent match in the amount of
$327,212.00. The total cost of this project is in the amount of $3,272,124.00.
This request has been reviewed and recommended for approval by the Aviation Advisory Board.
Fort Worth Meacham International Airport is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 2.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Financial Management Services Director certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations,
receipt of the grant, and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinances, funds will be available in the
current capital budget, as appropriated, of the Airports Grant Fund.
FUND CENTERS:
TO Fund /Account/Centers FROM Fund /Account/Centers
3) P240 446100 551929990100 $327,212.00 4) P240 538040 551929990100 $327,212.00
3) P240 538040 551929990100 $327,212.00
5) GR14 451942 055302612000 $2,944,912.00
5) GR14 539120 055302612010 $3,272,124.00
4 &5) GR14 476240 055302612000 $327,212.00
CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Fernando Costa (6122)
Originating Department Head: Bill Welstead (5402)
Additional Information Contact: Ruseena Johnson (5407)
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