Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Adrian Garcia, Commissioner
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement
Project ID (if applicable): 24102MF3MK01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Harrisburg Redevelopment Authority (TIRZ 23)
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 for approval to execute an interlocal agreement with Harrisburg Redevelopment Authority (TIRZ 23) in connection to sidewalk construction for neighborhood points of interest located within limits of Baywood St, Avenue I, Avenue J, N Burr St, N Stiles St, N Bryan St, UPIN 24102MF3MK01, Precinct 2.
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Background and Discussion:
The sidewalk connection project will add 0.58 miles of new sidewalk that directly connects to neighborhood points of interest.
Expected Impact:
Increase accessibility and pedestrian safety within the catchment area of the following schools: East Early College High School, Middle College High School at HCC, Ripley House Middle School, Ripley House Charter School, Laurenzo Early Childhood Center, and Burnet Elementary. The proposed improvements will increase walkability, public safety and provide recreational benefits.
Alternative Options:
Court may elect not to move forward, and Harris County can explore additional options, however this will cause project delays
County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. Connect our community with safe, reliable, equitably distributed, and well-maintained infrastructure.
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