Agenda - Public Works Committee - 06/17/2014

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Public Works Committee 5. 1. Meeting Date: 06/17/2014 By: Bruce Westby, Engineering/Public Works Title: Review Updated Estimated Costs for Reconstructing Andrie Street. Purpose/Background: In December of 2008, a Feasibility Report for reconstructing Andrie Street and 164th Lane was completed. In 2009, plans and specifications were prepared, including an alternate bid for constructing sidewalks with the project. This project was then bid but never constructed due to a controversy that arose over whether sidewalks should be constructed with the project, as well as due to some project funding questions. On May 21, 2013, the Public Works Committee directed staff to update the estimated project costs for reconstructing Andrie Street and 164th Lane as proposed in 2008/2009, but without concrete sidewalks. The Committee also directed staff to explore costs for widening the pavement to accommodate on -road bicycle lanes for use by pedestrians and bicyclists. On May 20, 2014, staff provided updated costs to the Public Works Committee for reconstructing Andrie Street and 164th Lane as either a 32-foot wide street with concrete sidewalk on one side, or as a 36-foot wide street with an on -road bike lane on one side. The estimated costs reflected 2009 pricing. It was also discussed that no petitions have been received requesting improvements to Andrie Street and 164th Lane since petitions were originally received in May of 2008. However, there appears to be a renewed interest by numerous area residents to reconstruct Andrie Street and 164th Lane, but based on preliminary feedback the addition of a concrete sidewalk is not favored. Also, since the City did complete plans and specifications for bidding this project in 2009, the project could be moved forward quickly as long as assessments are not included as a funding source or, if assessments are used to fund a portion of the improvements, if a design that is acceptable to the neighborhood and the City Council can be agreed upon. Andrie Street continues to remain one of the worst streets in Ramsey in terms of pavement condition. Based on the most recent PASER ratings, Andrie Street would likely be next in line to be reconstructed following Garnet Street and 168th Avenue. Timeframe: This case is estimated to conclude in 15 minutes or less. Observations/Alternatives: As discussed on May 20, 2014, this project is currently not listed in the CIP but staff will add it to the CIP for reconstruction in 2016 (following Garnet Street in 2015). Also, both Andrie Street and 164th Lane are part of our Municipal State -Aid Street (MSAS) system so MnDOT state -aid standards must be followed. Minnesota rule 8820.9941 was therefore followed to determine the minimum design width for an on -road bicycle facility for urban reconstruction projects. This width is listed as 5 to 6 feet; staff is proposing 6 feet. Staff is also proposing 11 foot drive lanes to reduce the proposed overall road width by 2 feet, resulting in a total proposed width of 36 feet. The following design criteria apply to Andrie Street and 164th Lane; • Functional class = collector • Traffic volumes = < 2,000 ADT (450 to 1,250 ADT in 2009) • Design speed = 30 mph • Parking = one side only (opposite on -road bike lane)