HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4177-01-2013 A Resolution
NO. 4177-01-2013
AUTHORIZING THE CLOSURE OF A PORTION OF GALVEZ STREET AT THE
TRINITY RAILWAY EXPRESS CROSSING
BETWEEN CHANDLER DRIVE AND RIVERSIDE DRIVE
WHEREAS, the Fort Worth Transportation Authority requests the physical closure of a portion
of Galvez Street between Chandler Drive and Riverside Drive, situated in the Riverside Addition, an
addition to the City of Fort Worth; and
WHEREAS, this street closure is required to enhance public safety by eliminating a railway
crossing that has been identified by the Fort Worth Transportation Authority as the most dangerous
within the Trinity Railway Express Network; and
WHEREAS, the City Plan Commission of the City of Fort Worth reviewed this request at its
meeting on April 25, 2012 and recommends that the request be approved;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
That the existing street, a portion of Galvez Street at the Trinity Railway Express crossing
between Chandler Drive and Riverside Drive, and as more specifically identified in exhibit maps
attached hereto and incorporated herein, be physically closed with a barricade, with the City of Fort
Worth to retain title to the public right-of-way in said street, retaining any and all easements for existing
and prospective utilities, and retaining the right of access at all times for the purpose of maintaining
existing and prospective utility facilities located in the aforesaid portions of said street.
The City reserves the right, at the sole discretion of the City Council, to reopen by resolution the
aforesaid street right-of-way to public travel at any time by directing the removal of the aforesaid
barricade, reconstruction of the roadway and the installation of appropriate railroad traffic control
devices.
ADOPTED this 291" day of January, 2013.
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DATE: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 REFERENCE NO.: PZ-3010
LOG NAME: 060065030 VA-012-008
SUBJECT:
Adopt Resolution Authorizing Closure of a Portion of Galvez Avenue at the Trinity Railway Express
Railroad Crossing Between Chandler Drive and Riverside Drive (COUNCIL DISTRICT 8)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a Resolution authorizing closure of a portion of Galvez
Avenue at the Trinity Railway Express railroad crossing between Chandler Drive and Riverside Drive.
DISCUSSION:
The Fort Worth Transportation Authority, "The T" has requested the physical closure of Galvez Avenue at
the railroad crossing. The railroad crossing has been deemed the most dangerous within the Trinity Rail
Express Network. A recent accident at this crossing led to temporary barricades being erected to prevent
future accidents. If the resolution is approved, permanent barriers will be constructed in such a way as to
not impede access to the surrounding businesses or the nearby North Texas Food Bank. The City Plan
Commission recommended approval of this request at its meeting on April 25, 2012. Staff has met with
the pertinent neighborhood association and with affected businesses, who have generally expressed
support for the proposed street closure.
This project is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 8.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Financial Management Services Director certifies that this action will have no material effect on City
funds.
FUND CENTERS:
TO Fund/Account/Centers FROM Fund/Account/Centers
CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Fernando Costa (6122)
Originating Department Head: Randle Harwood (6101)
Additional Information Contact: Alexander Parks (2638)
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