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Approve a resolution authorizing negotiation and execution of an advance funding agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation to provide, install, and/or replace railroad markings and signs associated with railroad grade crossings within the City on roads maintained by the City. Funding: There is no fiscal impact to the City. This project will be funded by the Federal Highway Administration via the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Lead Department
Transportation and Public Works
Fiscal Note
This item has no fiscal impact. This project will be funded by Federal Highway Administration Section 130 funding administered by TxDOT.
For More Information:
Richard Mendoza, Director, 512-974-2488, Anna Martin, Assistant Director, 512-974-7105; Eric Bollich, Managing Engineer, 512-974-7767, Gilda Powers, Quality Consultant, 512-974-7092.
Additional Backup Information:
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has initiated a project to review signs and markings associated with railroad grade crossings and perform work needed to ensure compliance with Federal and State standards for railroad grade crossings. This work will include providing, installing and/or replacing the railroad markings and signs as necessary. The crossings anticipated to be included are listed in Exhibit A.
This project would be entirely funded by Federal Highway Administration Section 130 funding administered by TxDOT including design, letting the contract, selecting the contractor, and administering the contract. TxDOT will coordinate design with City staff.
Upon completion of the project, the City will continue to maintain the signs and markings associated with railroad grade crossings within the City, other than on roads maintained by TxDOT.