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2011050203 - Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk Replacement Project - Plans and Specs - Project 10-08MEETING DATE: 5/2/11 ITEM NO: 1,Y•''Q� COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT DATE: APRIL 21, 2011 TO: MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL FROM: GREG LARSON, TOWN MANAGER SUBJECT: PPW JOB NO. 10 -08 - FISCAL YEAR 2010/11 — CURB, GUTTER, AND SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PROJECT APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CURB, GUTTER, AND SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO ADVERTISE THE PROJECT FOR BID. RECOMMENDATION Approve plans and specifications for the Curb, Gutter, and Sidewalk Replacement Project and authorize staff to advertise the project for bid. BACKGROUND The adopted Capital Improvement Program designates funding for curb, gutter, and sidewalk replacement projects. This is consistent with the Town's goals to improve public safety and to improve the quality of Town streets. One of the primary causes of damage to curbs, gutters, and sidewalks is tree root growth. The Town has marry mature trees that were planted years ago, and despite their many positive attributes, have outgrown their respective planter areas and their roots continue to cause damage to the Town street infrastructure. Their roots have grown under curbing, sidewalks, and in some cases, under the roadway, causing uplifts and extensive damage, which result in uneven surfaces and present safety concerns. DISCUSSION This project will repair and replace damaged curbs, gutters, and sidewalks in the Bicknell Road and Euclid Avenue neighborhoods. This work is intended to take place in advance of the upcoming street resurfacing in these neighborhoods which is scheduled for summer 2011. PREPARED BY : TODD CAPURSO Director of Parks and Public Works Reviewed by: YbLAssistant Town Manager Town Attorney Clerk Administrator Z/ z F1 ance Conimunity Development N:\PPWI MANAGEMEN 'RCOUNCIL\COUNCILREPORTS\2011 Rena \May2 \10 -08 FY2010 -11 curb .gutter.sidewalkreplace.p &s.docx } PAGE 2 APRIL 21, 2011 MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL SUBJECT: PPW JOB NO 10 -08 -FISCAL YEAR 2010/11 —CURB, GUTTER, AND SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PROJECT DISCUSSION (con't) In conjunction with the replacement of damaged concrete, tree roots are also pruned and root barriers are installed to reduce the potential of similar damage to new curbs, gutter, and sidewalks. Plans and Specifications for this project are complete and will be available for review in the Clerk's Department on the Friday before the Town Council meeting. If the Town Council approves this project, it will be advertised, and a construction contract for the award will be presented to the Town Council in June 6, 2011. CONCLUSION It is recommended that the Council approve plans and specifications for the Curb, Gutter, and Sidewalk Replacement Project and authorize staff to advertise the project for bids. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT This is a project as defined under CEQA but is Categorically Exempt (Section 15301c). A Notice of Exemption will not be filed. FISCAL IMPACT The construction cost estimate for this project is $250,000. There are sufficient funds available for this project through the approved FY 2010/11- 2014/15 Capital Improvement Program Budget.