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): UPIN 25102MF3XF01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): City of Baytown
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 between Harris County and the City of Baytown to construct roadway and drainage improvements in and around Lantern Park Subdivision and all related appurtenances, UPIN 25102MF3XF01, Precinct 2.
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Background and Discussion:
The existing roadway and drainage systems are deteriorated, with Pavement Condition Index scores between 21 and 58, confirming poor conditions documented in prior engineering reports. Streets built between the 1960s and early 1980s now exhibit extensive cracking, pavement failure, and outdated drainage capacity. This project continues Baytown's annual Streets and Drainage Reconstruction Program, targeting corridors identified through the Pavement Management System. Reconstruction will replace failing pavement and upgrade drainage to meet current rainfall and storm-design standards.
Expected Impact:
Reconstruction will improve neighborhood safety, mobility, and stormwater performance while reducing long-term maintenance needs. Residents typically respond to these improvements by reinvesting in their homes, strengthening neighborhood appearance and property values. Enhanced drainage and roadway reliabi...
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