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Approve a resolution authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Texas Department of Transportation 2023 Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program to fund a feasibility study, environmental clearance, and potential construction of a shared use path along SL 360 from Loop 1 to US 183.
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Lead Department
Austin Transportation Department
Fiscal Note
This item has no fiscal impact.
Prior Council Action:
Resolution No. 20170504-033, which authorized the negotiation and execution of an advanced funding agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to contribute $46,000,000 in 2016 Mobility Bond dollars to supplement funds provided by TxDOT to construct grade separations of the Loop 360 intersections at Westlake Drive, Courtyard Drive, Lakewood Drive, and Spicewood Springs Road was approved on a 10-0 vote with Council Member Garza absent.
For More Information:
Richard Mendoza, Interim Director, 512-974-2488; Anna Martin, Assistant Director, 512-974-7105; Gilda Powers, Administrative Manager, 512-974-7092.
Additional Backup Information:
The Austin Transportation Department (ATD) intends to submit a grant application to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) 2023 Transportation Alternatives (TA) Set-Aside Program Call for Projects (see Exhibit 1), established to provide grants to eligible public sector agencies focused on active transportation network enhancements. TxDOT administers TA funds for locally sponsored bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects in communities across the state.
ATD seeks a total of $10,000,000 with $8,000,000 in state funding for a package of projects to perform feasibility studies, seek environmental clearance, and advance segments for construction for shared use paths (SUPs) along SL 360 between Loop 1 and US 183. If successful and the funds are awarded, the City will be required to contribute 20% (the remaining $2,000,000) in matching funds. In that event, staff will re...
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