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a. Adopt Plans and Special Provisions for the Blackie Road Safety Improvements, Project No. 13-140665 & 13-142265, State Project No. EA 05-930075L & EA 05-930155L, Federal Aid Project No. HRRRL-5944(086) & HRRRL-5944(091); and
b. Authorize the Director of Public Works to advertise the "Notice to Bidders" in The Californian.
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Adopt Plans and Special Provisions for the Blackie Road Safety Improvements, Project No. 13-140665 & 13-142265, State Project No. EA 05-930075L & EA 05-930155L, Federal Aid Project No. HRRRL-5944(086) & HRRRL-5944(091); and
b. Authorize the Director of Public Works to advertise the "Notice to Bidders" in The Californian.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Adoption of the Plans and Special Provisions to the Standard Specifications will authorize the Department of Public Works to proceed with advertising for both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Blackie Road Safety Improvements, Project No. 13-140665 and 13-142265, State Project No. EA 05-930075L and EA 05-930155L, Federal Aid Project No. HRRRL-5944(086) and HRRRL-5944(091) (Project). The bid opening is set for July 17, 2012, at 2:00 p.m., in the Board of Supervisors' Conference Room 1032, Monterey County Government Center, 168 West Alisal Street, 1st Floor, Salinas, CA 93901. Project construction is estimated to begin in fall 2012.
The Project consists of roadway widening, existing pavement reconstruction, storm drain construction and centerline rumble strip pavement delineation. Project limits are from 0.5 mile east of Moro Terrace to Borromeo Drive, approximately 1.35 miles.
A Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was prepared for the Project pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. The MND was circulated for public review for 30 days from May 1, 2008 to May 30, 2008.
On January 5, 2010, a public meeting was held at the Full Gospel Church of Las Lomas, 29 Willow Road, Las Lomas, with the North County Coastal Land Use Advisory Committee. The Project was approved by said Committee.
On January 6, 2010, a public meeting was also held with the North County Non-Coastal Land Use Advisory Committee at Prunedale Library, 17822 Moro Road, Prunedale. The Project was approved by said Committee.
On April 28, 2010, the Project and the MND were presented to the Monterey County Planning Commission (MCPC) for approval. Prior to approval, a public hearing was held. MCPC adopted the MND, approved the Combined Development Permit, and adopted the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting plan (PLN080273, Resolution No.10-009). A Notice of Determination was filed with the County Clerk on the same day.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The Office of the County Counsel, Auditor Controller, and Risk Management, have reviewed and approved the Special Provisions as to form, fiscal terms, and insurance provisions, respectively.
FINANCING:
There is no financial impact to the General Fund. Total estimated project cost, including project management, engineering, and construction, is $2,680,000. The Project is funded by High Risk Rural Road (HRRR) Funds under the Federal Aid program for $1,800,000, Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Funds of $503,713, Traffic Impact Fees of $2,535 and Proposition 1B Funds of $373,752. There are sufficient appropriations in the Road Fund (Fund 002, Unit 8195) to finance this Project.
Prepared by: Jonathan L. Pascua, P.E., Interim Senior Civil Engineer, (831) 755-8963
Approved by:
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Paul H. Greenway, P.E., Acting Director of Public Works
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Benny J. Young, RMA Director
Dated: June 8, 2012
Attachments: Project Budget; Notice to Bidders; Plans and Special Provisions (on file with the Clerk of the Board); Location Map