Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
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Secondary Department Head/Elected Official:
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant - Application
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of the County Engineer for approval to submit an application to the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) for grant funds in the amount of $25,000,000, with no required local match, for the FY 2025 Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program (Telge Road Reconstruction Project, Precinct 4).
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Background and Discussion:
The transformation of Telge Road is essential as it transitions from a rural route to a busy corridor accommodating both residential and commercial traffic. Originally constructed in 1953 for a significantly smaller population, the road now serves nearly 15,000 daily commuters and struggles to meet modern demands. With outdated infrastructure, hazardous intersections, and frequent flooding, the road has become prone to accidents and closures, posing risks to drivers and hindering the region's growth.
The planned reconstruction of Telge Road from FM 2920 to SH 99 will improve mobility, safety, and economic growth while alleviating persistent congestion. The project includes upgrading the road to a modern, four-lane divided boulevard with enhanced intersections, wider lanes, and advanced drainage systems. More than just an expansion, this transformation will create a multimo...
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