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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-02-22 Transportation Minutes u--,r,►LQ w Asti City of Tukwila r Transportation Committee 190 TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE **TUESDA Y MEETING DC E TO HOLIDAY Meeting Minutes February 22, 2011— 5:00 p.m. Conference Room 1 PRESENT Councilmembers: Joan Hernandez, Chair; Joe Duffle and Verna Seal Staff: Bob Giberson, Frank Iriarte, Robin Tischmak, Gail Labanara, Shawn Hunstock, Mike Mathia, Peter Lau, Mike Ronda, Minnie Dhaliwal, Steve Lancaster and Kimberly Matej Guests: Rich Perteet, City of Renton; Mike Roberts, KBA Construction Management; Chuck Parrish CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 4:57 p.m. I. PRESENTATIONS No presentations. II. BUSINESS AGENDA A. Southcenter Parkway Extension As information only, staff provided an update on the status of the Southcenter Parkway Extension project. Extension construction began in July 2010, and although the work bulleted below has been completed, the project is currently experiencing a significant delay due to a delay in US Army Corps of Engineers permit processing. Worked completed to date includes: Clearing Grading Preload Sanitary Sewer (Minkler to South 180 Street) Storm Water Facilities Water Line Installation (Minkler to South 180 Street) Work is currently being performed on the sanitary sewer lift station (see Utilities minutes dated February 15, 2011). As mentioned above, the project is currently experiencing delays as a result of pending approval of two permits from the US Army Corps of Engineers. The lack of these permits has required stop work orders on areas related to streams and wetlands. It is anticipated that one permit will be issued in early March allowing all project work to continue with the exception of a small amount of work near the levee. Due to the high contingency amount associated with this project, staff does not anticipate these permit delays to cause budget overruns. INFORMATION ONLY. B. Tukwila Urban Center Access (Klickitat) Proiect Undate As information only, staff provided an update on the Tukwila Urban Center (Klickitat) project. The construction contract was approved by Council late last year, and the contractor has been issued a limited notice to proceed. As of today, the City has provided the contractor with review comments regarding contract requirements. After these requirements have been met, the City will issue a full notice to proceed. Staff commented that the contractor has been very responsive. In addition to the detailed project update outlined in the Committee agenda packet, highlights include: Work scheduled to begin on March 28 Staff is reviewing road closure and traffic control plans Transportation Committee Minutes February 22, 2010 Paae 2 Overview of the critical paths of work Review of two utility conflicts, and attempt to resolve prior to start of project Plans for public outreach (includes project website) Staff has already met with Mall retailers and has another retail meeting scheduled for March 1. Committee Member Seal commented that when in Olympia last week, Councilmembers provided project information to state representatives. INFORMATION ONLY. C. Tukwila Urban Center Access (Klickitatl Proiect Puget Sound Energy Relocation Agreement Staff is seeking Council approval of a facility relocation agreement with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) in an amount not to exceed $231,000 for the Tukwila Urban Center Access project. Through work with the project's design consultant, HNTB, staff has identified two utility conflicts that could significantly affect the project completion timeline. These conflicts, as identified below, will need to be resolved prior to the beginning work on the construction wall adjacent to Strander Boulevard as well as the roadway widening. Since these conflicts are located on utility easements, the relocation services are not included in the City's franchise agreement with PSE. 1. Relocation of PSE switch cabinet that conflicts with wall construction 2. Relocation of a PSE vault that will cause uneven grading The funding for this relocation will come from the project budget as outlined in the 2011 CIP. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO FEBRUARY 28 COW FOR DISCUSSION. D. Strander Boulevard Extension Phase II: Interlocal Agreement with City of Renton. BNSF Agreement and BNSF Assignment Agreement Staff is seeking Council approval for three items related to the planning, design, land acquisition and construction of Phase II of the SW 27 /Strander Boulevard Extension project between West Valley Highway and Oakesdale Avenue South. The City of Renton is in the process of extending the above roadway for vehicular traffic between the two cities. Phase II includes a Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) bridge over a Strander Boulevard undercrossing. Timely processing of agreements below is critical to the obligation of federal project funds. Interlocal Agreement Between the Cities of Renton and Tukwila The previous interlocal agreement between the cities has been terminated, as it dealt largely with the relocation of existing railroad tracks. The new agreement will allow the City of Renton to construct improvements, as related to the BNSF Bridge within the City of Tukwila's right -of -way. The new agreement does not require funding from the City of Tukwila. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO FEBRUARY 28 COW FOR DISCUSSION. Underpass Agreement Between the City of Tukwila and BNSF This agreement negotiated between the City of Tukwila and BNSF outlines the scope of work and obligations related to the construction and eventual use of the Strander Boulevard Underpass. It also includes an easement agreement as the underpass is located within Tukwila city limits. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO FEBRUARY 28 COW FOR DISCUSSION. Assignment Agreement Between the Cities of Renton. Tukwila and the BNSF The City of Tukwila has negotiated an agreement with BNSF for the construction and maintenance of the Strander Boulevard Underpass (see above discussion). Tukwila desires to reassign this agreement to Renton, and Renton agrees to accept the agreement's rights and responsibilities; additionally, BNSF is also in agreement. Re- assignment of this agreement obligates Renton as the responsible party for all fees, maintenance, construction and/or repairs associated with the bridge. As the project sponsor, the execution of the assignment agreement is logical and represents best practices. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO FEBRUARY 28 COW FOR DISCUSSION. Transportation Committee Minutes February 22. 2010 Paae 3 E. SCATBd Meeting Aeenda: February 15 Meeting Neither staff nor Committee Chair Hernandez were in attendance at the February 15 SCATBd meeting. Bob Giberson reported that, according to a meeting attendee, the only item that was discussed outside of the agenda items listed was a letter in support of continued funding for the Federal Transit Administration's New Starts program which may be facing cuts. F. 2010 4 Ouarter Reports The Committee reviewed the status of program goals as outlined in the 2010 4 Quarter Reports. Committee Chair Hernandez inquired about the prioritization of certain projects (i.e.: safety and lightening concerns off of 62n and Southcenter Boulevard) INFORMATION ONLY. III. MISCELLANEOUS Meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m. Next meeting: Monday, March 7, 2011 5:00 p.m. Conference Room 1 `'r' Committee Chair Approval Minutes by KAM. Reviewed by GL.