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HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Submission of TSIP grant for S. Grand Avenue/S. 16th Street intersection improvements RESOLUTION NO. 17-487 RESOLUTION APPROVING TRANSPORTATION SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM GRANT FOR INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS AT SOUTH GRAND AVENUE AND SOUTH 16TH STREET FOR THE CITY OF AMES WHEREAS,this project is for safety improvements at the intersection of South Grand Avenue and South 16th Street; and, WHEREAS, the improvements are expected to enhance the safety of the intersection with the increased traffic in the area from recent development and the anticipated increase once the South Grand Avenue extension opens; and, WHEREAS, with the anticipated increase in traffic due to the connection of South Grand Avenue, traffic accidents are anticipated to grow; to help mitigate safety concerns at this location, it is proposed that a traffic signal be installed as part of the Grand Avenue Extension project; and, WHEREAS, in order to coordinate this signal installation with the rest of the Grand Avenue Extension project, a Traffic Safety Improvement Program (TSIP) grant application is being submitted now to help cover the cost of materials for components of the traffic signal installation, which is estimated at $210,000; and, WHEREAS, as part of the grant application, Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) officials request a resolution supporting submission of the grant application and assurance that any funded improvements will be adequately maintained; and, WHEREAS,the Grand Avenue Extension continues to be included in the Capital Improvements Plan with funding identified since 2013/14 and continuing through 2018/19; and, WHEREAS,funding shown in the CIP for 2017/18 and 2018/19 includes $7,700,000 in G.O. Bonds, $4,300,000 in MPO/STP Funds,and$3,450,000 in Federal/State Grant Funds; and, WHEREAS, in general, construction is anticipated to commence in 2018 with hopeful completion in 2020. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa, that submission of the TSIP Grant application for the intersection improvements at South Grand Avenue and South 16' Street is hereby approved, with assurance that any funded improvements will be adequately maintained. ADOPTED THIS 8'day of August,2017. -_1yAa&---------- Diane R. Voss,City Clerk Ann H. Campbell,Mayor Introduced by: Nelson Seconded by: Betcher Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen,Betcher,Corrieri,Gartin,Nelson,Orazem Voting nay: None Absent: None Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 8'day of August,2017.