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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 6042-01-2025A Resolution NO. 6042-01-2025 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANTS AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A VEHICLE SERVICE ROAD AT FORT WORTH SPINKS AIRPORT WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to make certain improvements at Fort Worth Spinks Airport; and WHEREAS, the general description of the project is described as: construction of a vehicle service road; and WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth intends to request financial assistance from the Texas Department of Transportation for these improvements; and WHEREAS, the cost for construction is estimated to be $300,000.00, and the City of Fort Worth will be responsible for the five percent (5%) local match, an amount up to $15,000.00; 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 construction of a vehicle service road at Fort Worth Spinks Airport. Adopted this 14's day of January, 2025. ATTEST: By: A Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary a ® � a Aa° ° 0CMo $P� ¢� o Q°Ooo°oo°° �aaaAn of City of Fort Worth, Texas Mayor and Council Communication DATE: 01/14/25 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 25-0040 LOG NAME: 55FWS VEHICLE SERVICE ROAD CONSTRUCTION RESOLUTION SUBJECT (CD 8) Adopt Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Grant Related Agreements with the State of Texas, Represented by the Texas Department of Transportation, for Construction of a Vehicle Service Road at Fort Worth Spinks Airport RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council authorize adoption of the attached resolution, as required by the Texas Department of Transportation, authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all necessary contracts associated with construction of a vehicle service road with the Texas Department of Transportation at Fort Worth Spinks Airport. DISCUS,91ON: The Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Division (TxDOT) has advised the Aviation Department that funding can be allocated and issued for construction of a vehicle service road (Project) at Fort Worth Spinks Airport (Airport). This Project will be funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA) grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), passed through TxDOT. On April 12, 2022, Mayor and Council Communication (M&C) 22-0284 authorized the application and acceptance of the IIJA grant in an amount up to $295,000.00 and a transfer of $29,500.00 for the City's 10 percent match requirement, for a total amount of $324,500.00 for an eligible project at the Airport. On October 31, 2023, M&C 23-0921 increased an additional $3,278.00 for the City's match requirement for the IIJA grant, bringing the City's total match amount to $32,778.00, and the total appropriation amount to $327,778.00. On August 8, 2023, M&C 23-0649 authorized the application and acceptance of the I IJA 2023 grant in an amount up to $292,000.00 and a transfer of $32,444.44 for the City's 10 percent match requirement, for a total amount of $324,444.44 for an eligible project at the Airport. At the time M&Cs 22-0284, 23-0921 and 23-0649 were written, a specific use for the IIJA funding had not yet been determined. Since then, a portion of Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) funds were used to fund design of the Project, as well as design for a Drainage Improvements project. The remaining FY22 funds and a portion of Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) funds will be used to fund construction of the Project. The Project will consist of constructing approximately 300 feet of a new service road on the east -side of the Airport (see attached map). This Project will allow for the separation of vehicles and aircraft by providing a designated vehicular route to current and future airside facilities, as currently, vehicles must utilize private lease space or an active taxiway heading towards an active runway to access these facilities. Design is almost complete, and construction is expected to begin in Spring of 2025. This resolution, if approved, will allow the Aviation Department to acquire the FY22 and FY23 IIJA grant funds needed for construction of the Project. Separate M&Cs will be drafted and routed for approval of construction and construction oversight service contracts after advertisement of the Project and funds have been received. Fort Worth Spinks Airport is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 8. A Form 1295 is not required because: This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education: Texas Department of Transportation FISCAL INFORMATION-/ CERTIFICATION: The Director of Finance certifies that approval of this recommendation will have no material effect on City funds. Submitted for City Manager's Office by; Valerie Washington 6199 Originating Business Unit Head: RogerVenables 6334 Additional Information Contact: Tyler Dale 5416