HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5717-03-2023A Resolution
NO. 5717-03-2023
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE UPGRADE OF THE WEATHER
REPORTING SYSTEM AT CITY OF FORT WORTH SPINKS AIRPORT
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to make certain improvements at City of Fort Worth
Spinks Airport;
WHEREAS, the general description of the project 1s described as: upgrade the Weather
Reporting System;
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to request financial assistance from the Texas
Department of Transportation for these improvements ;
WHEREAS, the total project cost is estimated to be $250,000.00, and the City of Fort Worth
will be responsible for twenty five percent (25%) local match , in an amount up to $62,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth names the Texas Department of Transportation 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 implementation 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
execution and implementation of the Grant Agreement for the Weather Reporting System
Upgrade at City of Fort Worth Spinks Airport.
Adopted this 21 st day of March , 2023.
ATTEST:
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By: _U _____________ _
Jannette S. Goodall , City Secretar:y
Mayor and Council Communication Map
SSFWS WEATHER REPORTING SYSTEM UPGRADE
FORT WORTH SPINKS AIRPORT
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 03/21 /23 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 23-0207
LOG NAME: 55FWS WEATHER REPORTING SYSTEM UPGRADE
SUBJECT
(CD 6 / Future CD 8) Authorize Application for and Acce ptance of a Grant, if Awarded , from the Federal Aviat ion Administration , Passed Through
the Texas Department of Transportation , in an Amount Up to $187 ,500.00 for the Upgrade of the Weather Reporting System at Fort Worth Sp inks
Airport, with an Amount Up to $62,500.00 Contributed as the City's Match Requirement , for a Total Project Amount Up to $250,000.00 , Adopt
Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Grant Related Agreements with the State of Texas , Represented by the Te xas Department of
Transportation, and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the application for and acceptance of a grant, if awarded , from the Federal Aviation Administration , passed through the Texas
Department of Transportation , in an amount up to $187,500 .00 for the upgrade of the Weather Reporting System at Fort Worth Spinks
Airport ;
2 . Authorize the adoption of the attached resolution , as required by the Texas Department of Transportatio n, authorizing the City Manager or his
designee to execute all ne ce ssary contracts associated with this project with the Texas Department of Transportation ; and
3. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund (1) by
up to $187,500.00 subject to the receipt of the grant, and (2) by up to $62,500.00, as a transfer from the Future Grant Match project within the
Municipal Airport Capital Project Fund (City Project No. 101731) as the City's grant match requirement, for a total of $250,000.00 for the
purpose of updating the Weather Reporting System at Fort Worth Spinks Airport .
DISCUSSION:
The Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division (TxDOT) has advised the Aviation Department that funding is available for the upgrade
of the Weather Reporting System (Project ) at Fort Worth Spinks Airport (Airport).
The current Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS) has been operating at the Airport since 2003. Multiple repairs have been necessary
in order to keep the AWOS functioning , and it is now past its useful life and needs to be replaced.
Most TxDOT-funded projects are split 90/10, however the policy of TxDOT when funding weather reporting systems is a 75/25 split. TxDOT will
contribute up to $187,500.00 to the Project, while the Aviation Department will contribute $62 ,500.00 , for a total amount not to exceed
$250 ,000 .00. If the Project exceeds $250,000 .00, the additional costs will be funded by the Aviation Department, and a separate Mayor and
Council Communication (M&C) will be written for the add itional funds.
Upon approval of this M&C, all appropriatio ns and funding will be summarized in the table below:
uni Airport Grants
ederal Fund
ject Total
Amount ource
$62 500 _00 City's _Grant Match
' Requirement
$187 500 _00 TxDOT Grant
' Funds
$250,000.00
Funding for the required City match is available in the Municipal Airport Capital Projects Fund in the Future Grant Matches project.
Since no City salaries will be charged to this grant, indirect cost recovery does not apply.
City of Fort Worth Spinks Airport is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 6/FUTURE COUNCIL DISTRICT 8 .
A Form 1295 is not required because : This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or publ ic institution of higher education: Texas
Department of Transportation
FISCAL INFORMATION/ CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance , funds
will be available in the current capital budget, as appropriated , in the Muni Airport Grants Federal Fund . The Aviation Department (and Financial
Management Services) will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City . Prior to an expenditure being incurred ,
the Aviation Depart men t has th e responsibility to va lidate the avail ab ility of fu nd s. Th is is a reimbursement gra nt.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by : Dana Burghdoff 8018
Originating Business Unit Head : Roger V enables 6334
Additional Information Contact : Tyler Dale 5416