To: Mark R. Hafner, City Manager
From: Alonzo Liñán, Director of Public Works
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution supporting an application for the Texas Department of Transportation’s 2023 Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Call for Projects; for a Keller Pedestrian Facilities Master Plan; in an amount not to exceed $600,000, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents relating thereto on behalf of the City of Keller, Texas.
Action Requested:
Approve a resolution supporting an application for the Texas Department of Transportation’s 2023 Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA) Call for Projects.
Background:
In December 2022, the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) announced a statewide Call for Projects for the TA program. Included in the program are funds provided through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to be utilized for bicyclist and pedestrian infrastructure planning.
Included in the initial application are two categories, which together shall comprise the Keller Pedestrian Facilities Master Plan document. The first category includes an update of the City’s American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. This plan includes the evaluation of existing pedestrian facilities and provides an inventory of needed improvements to bring facilities into compliance with the ADA. It will include public outreach, an implementation schedule, and an action dashboard which documents progress.
The second category includes a Safe Routes to School Plan. The pedestrian facilities at each of the eleven schools within Keller’s city limits will be evaluated and primary walking routes identified. After routes are identified, an implementation plan that identifies projects and project cost estimates will be developed.
Staff is working with consultant Kimley-Horn to seek an amount of $600,000 for this activity, which is an 80/20 reimbursable program. This means the City will be required to pay all associated costs of the development of the project document, then request reimbursement for up to 80% of the cost from TXDOT. This also means that the City will commit to $120,000 as a part of its 20% match during the FY24 budget process.
If approved, staff will work with Kimley-Horn to develop and submit a detailed application to TXDOT. If the application is successful, notifications are expected in October 2023, with completion dates required prior to October 2024. If the application is not successful, the expense will not be incurred.
Financial Impact:
This item is an 80/20 grant match with TXDOT. The total applied amount will be $600,000, with the City required to enter $120,000, and any overruns.