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TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
Meeting Minutes
June 15, 2015 — 5:15 p.m. — Foster Conference Room, 6300 Building
PRESENT
Councilmembers: Joe Duffie, Chair; Allan Ekberg, Kathy Hougardy
Staff: David Cline, Bob Giberson, Frank Iriarte, Robin Tischmak, David Sorensen, Laurel
Humphrey
Guests: Brooke Alford, Lisa Krober
CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair Duffie called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m
I. PRESENTATIONS
II. BUSINESS AGENDA
A. 42nd Avenue South /Allentown Roadside Barrier Project Status Update
Staff provided an update on 42nd Avenue South /Allentown Roadside Barrier Project, which
was last before the Committee on April 6, 2015. This project was initiated to study guardrail
and /or barrier warrants along the Duwamish River adjacent to 42nd Avenue South and South
115th Street, in order to prevent accidents, reduce illegal dumping, and provide security for
large fire apparatus. Several areas of the riverbank are being recommended for guardrails or
barriers. Originally these barriers were to be steel and concrete, but based upon community
feedback on the aesthetics of these options, a revised plan has been prepared that proposes
the use of timber guardrail at all new barrier locations. In addition, replacement of existing
concrete or steel barriers with timber guardrail will be considered. Use of timber guardrails
will increase the total cost of the project. The estimated construction cost for the original plan
based upon 30% design was $299,970.00, and with timber guardrail the estimated
construction cost becomes $470,000.00. The revised plan also includes increased costs due
to waterline and communication relocation. The estimated total project cost is $540,500.00.
The funding level for 2015 includes $60,000 for construction and $10,000 for construction
management. Staff has identified and intends to proceed with Phase 1 of this project which
can be completed within this budget. Additional funding will need to be identified and
approved by Council before additional phases can be constructed using the timber guardrail.
INFORMATION ONLY.
B. 2015 Overlay and Repair Program
Staff is seeking Council approval to award a construction contract to Miles Resources, LLC in
the amount of $1,344,811.00 for the 2015 Overlay and Repair Program. Miles Resources was
the low bidder of five received. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO JUNE 22, 2015
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AND SPECIAL CONSENT AGENDA.
C. Consultant Agreement: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan
Staff is seeking Council approval of an engineering services contract with the Transpo Group
USA, Inc. in the amount of $104,200.00 for the Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan.
The Plan is necessary to address known deficiencies that will bring Tukwila into compliance
with ADA standards within a reasonable time frame. The Transpo Group was selected from
three finalists who were interviewed in person. The budget for this project is $105,000.00.
UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO JUNE 22, 2015 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
AND SPECIAL CONSENT AGENDA.
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D. Consultant Agreement: Transit Network Plan Update
Staff is seeking Council approval of a consultant contract with Nelson /Nygaard in the amount
of $75,303.00 for the Transit Network Plan Update. The existing Transit Network Plan was
adopted in 2005 as part of the Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element update, and
served as a guiding document in implementing projects like the Transit Center as well as
provided policy direction for the City to work with transit agencies. The Puget Sound Regional
Council strongly recommended that the City update the Transit Network Plan and this update
was funded in the 2015 -2016 Budget. Thomas Wittman of Nelson /Nygaard was the primary
author of the original plan and is uniquely qualified to update this work, which will factor in
changes such as population growth, regional transit planning documents, route changes and
more. Future updates to the Transit Network Plan will coincide with the Comprehensive Plan
update. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO JUNE 22, 2015 COMMITTEE OF THE
WHOLE AND SPECIAL CONSENT AGENDA.
III. SCATBd
No report.
IV. MISCELLANEOUS
Councilmember Ekberg requested information or status updates on the following
Speed Bump Request Process
This requires a petition and consensus from those in the affected area. Public Works staff
maintains a list of requests and responses, and will be adding information about traffic calming
requests and implementation on the City's new website by the end of the year.
53 d Avenue South Project
The consultant selection contract will be presented to Committee very soon. Construction of
curbs, gutters and sidewalks are expected to have positive traffic calming impacts.
TUC Pedestrian /Bicycle Bridge
The City is pursuing eminent domain access rights in order to complete necessary environmental
testing and approvals.
Interurban Park & Ride
The City is engaged in ongoing discussions with the property owner and broker as well as with King
County Metro. Staff is seeking to identify interested property owners with whom Metro may wish to
lease as an alternative.
Meeting adjourned at 6:13 p.m.
Nex tang: Monday, July 6, 2015
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