Memorandum

City of Lawrence

Department of Public Works

 

TO:

David L. Corliss, Debbie Van Saun

FROM:

Chuck Soules

CC:

Dena Mezger, Shoeb Uddin, David Woosley

Date:

April 25, 2007

RE:

May 1, 2007 Consent  Agenda Item

Miracon Plaza Geometric Improvements – Project  No. 34-GI1-1106(P)

Wakarusa Drive Improvement

 

Please include the following item on the City Commission consent agenda for consideration at the May 1, 2007 meeting:

Project Description.  Development agreement describing the division of responsibilities between the development and the city for improvements to Wakarusa Drive.

Generally, the development is responsible for northbound right-turn lane into site, mill/overlay east half of Wakarusa the length of the right-turn improvements, some median removal/pavement replacement, 8” waterline along the east side of Wakarusa, and sidewalk along the east side of Wakarusa. The city is responsible for mill/overlay west half of Wakarusa from Clinton Parkw ay north approximately 775’, pavement of the north leg of the intersection on Wakarusa with new concrete pavement, and 12” waterline crossing Wakarusa Drive.  Traffic will be maintained with a single lane in each direction.  (map)

Project Status.  The development has paid for engineering plans for the improvements necessary for Miracon Plaza.  The city has requested Landplan Engineering to provide additional engineering for associated improvements; the fee, $2,040.  The development has agreed to allow the city to bid the project and will provide sufficient funds for their portions of the project.  The project will be completed this summer.

 

Project Funding.  The city’s portion is estimated at $60,000 and will be paid from the annual maintenance program funding.  The development will pay for their proportional share.  This agreement provides an opportunity for Public Works to stretch the city budget and make more substantial improvements to a section of street that needs repair.

 

Action Request. 

  1. Authorize City Manager to execute the Agreement to Design and Construct Public Improvements with Miracon Development.
  2. Authorize City Manager to sign a purchase order for $2,040 with Landplan Engineering for improvements on Wakarusa Drive.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Charles F. Soules, P.E.

Director of Public Works

 

Attachment:  Map