TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Steven Lederer, Director, Public Works
REPORT BY: Steven Lederer, Director, Public Works
SUBJECT: Discussion and Possible Board Direction Regarding the Disposition of a Section of Old Howell Mountain Road (OHMR)
RECOMMENDATION
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Board to receive a presentation, and possibly provide direction on, the disposition of a segment of Old Howell Mountain Road (OHMR) which was closed due to storm damage in 2017 and was further damaged by the January 2023 storms.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Old Howell Mountain Road (OHMR) was closed from a location just north of the St. Helena city limit to its connection with Deer Park Road (the "four corners" intersection) due to damage sustained during the winter storms of 2017. For a variety of reasons, making the repairs to the slide area (at an estimated cost of $3 million) were not funded by the Board since that time, not the least of which being that further damage from future storms was inevitable. During the storms of 2023, two large additional slides, and dozens of smaller ones, have occurred on the road, raising the anticipated repair bill to something above $10 million. Staff will provide an update on the Road's condition, and seeks Board input and direction on future actions.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact?
Yes
Is it currently budgeted?
No
Where is it budgeted?
This will be determined based on and dependent on the direction provided by the Board.
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary?
Discretionary
Discretionary Justification:
The Board has several options to consider, including a no action alternative.
Is the general fund affected?
No
Future fiscal impact:
This is dependent on future Board direction.
Consequences if not approved:
OHMR will continue in its current condition
County Strategic Plan pillar addressed:
Effective and Open Government
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Not a project at this time. CEQA will be determined in the future based ...
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