Department: County Engineer
Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement
Project ID (if applicable): UPIN 24101MF37001
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Sunnyside Redevelopment Authority
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Sunnyside Redevelopment Authority in connection with landscaping, sidewalk, median enhancements, curb/curb ramp improvements, and area wide beautification of various locations, Precinct 1, UPIN 24101MF37001.
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Background and Discussion:
This project is in Persistent Poverty and Opportunity Zone, the inequities have compounded and created accessibility issues, increased blight, health disparities, public safety concerns, and broad socio-economic deficits. Through infrastructure improvements and beautification efforts, the goal is to position Sunnyside to experience a resurgence as a safe, thriving community that attracts additional public and private investment to the area.
Expected Impact:
The expected impact of direct investments in infrastructure and beautification will foster a sense of pride and elevate the identity and economic appeal of Sunnyside Redevelopment Authority.
Alternative Options:
The alternative option for this proposal would be denial of this project which may keep the infrastructure and the development as it is.
Alignment with Goal(s):
X Justice and Safety
X Economic Opportunity
X Housing
_ Public Health
X Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
X Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
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Action Taken
Location: Cullen Boulevard (East Orem Drive to Fuqua Street), Airport Boulevard, Bellfort Aven...
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