TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Steve Lederer - Director of Public Works
REPORT BY: Dewey Phan - Assistant Engineer
SUBJECT: Approval of Plans and Specifications for the Silverado Trail Bridge Over Bell Canyon Creek Guardrail Project, RDS 23-09
RECOMMENDATION
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Director of Public Works requests approval of the Plans and Specifications and authorization to advertise for sealed bids and opening of the bids at a time, date, and location to be published by the Director of Public Works pursuant to Section 20150.8 of the Public Contract Code for the Silverado Trail Bridge Over Bell Canyon Creek Guardrail Project, RDS 23-09.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The County is planning to widen the existing bridge deck to compensate for the new barrier widths and installation of new guardrail on both sides. The bridge abutments are wide enough to support the widened structure. Work is expected to be complete prior to the fall of 2023. The project design is complete and staff is requesting approval to allow for solicitation for construction bids.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact?
Yes
Is it currently budgeted?
Yes
Where is it budgeted?
Fund 2040, Org 2040500. The funding for Project 23006 (RDS 23-09) is from SB-1 fund.
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary?
Discretionary
Discretionary Justification:
The requested approval will allow for the solicitation for construction bids and move the project forward toward construction
Is the general fund affected?
No
Future fiscal impact:
Design began in Fiscal Year 2021-22 and construction will begin in Fiscal Year 2022-23.
Consequences if not approved:
If not approved, the damaged guardrail cannot be repaired to improve traffic safety.
County Strategic Plan pillar addressed:
Healthy, Safe, and Welcoming Place to Live, Work, and Visit
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Consideration and possible adoption of a Categorical Exemption Class 1: It has been determined that this type of project does not have a...
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