Title
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS AND TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE RAIL CROSSING QUIET ZONES PROJECT.
Brief Description: The project will include the installation of quiet zone improvements at the Norfolk Southern railroad tracks located at three locations; Stow Road, Hines Hill Road, and 3074 Ravenna Street.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
This project will include the design, coordination with Norfolk Southern Railroad Corporation and construction of new quiet zones on Stow Road, Hines Hill Road, and at 3074 Ravenna Street. The new quiet zone improvements are anticipated to be low profile, concrete medians with reflective delineators posted on top of the medians as shown on the attached concept photo.
The installation of the quiet zone improvements is scheduled for this summer, 2021.
Legal Authority for Proposed Legislation
Pursuant to Charter Section 6.04:
X Competitively bid and advertised for three consecutive weeks
Joint or Cooperative Purchase Program
Professional Services
Other
Fiscal Impact
X Currently Budgeted (430 fund - $133,500)
Supplemental Appropriation Required
Appropriation Not Required
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
Yes
X No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council approve this authorization for the City Manager to advertise, receive bids, and enter into a contract for the proposed installation of the quiet zones at Stow Road, Hines Hill Road, and 3074 Ravenna Street.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Thomas J. Sheridan, P.E., P.S., Assistant City Manager - Professional Services
Bradley S. Kosco, PE, PS, City Engineer