Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 3
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Tom S. Ramsey, P.E., Commissioner
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement
Project ID (if applicable): UPIN 23103MF2QC01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): City of Houston
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: Exempt - Interlocal/Cooperative Agreement
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 the City of Houston in connection with the County's road improvements for Tanner Rd - from W. Sam Houston Pkwy N frontage to 350' East of Gessner Rd - 2022, UPIN 23103MF2QC01, Precinct 3.
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Background and Discussion:
The objective of the project is to replace the existing 2-lane asphalt roadway with a 4-lane concrete boulevard and improve area mobility. The funding allocation between the City of Houston and Harris County is based upon the roadway length and storm water detention in each jurisdiction and the relocation of City of Houston water / wastewater lines to outside of the proposed pavement.
Expected Impact:
The outcome of the interlocal agreement will allow both Harris County and the City of Houston to partner on shared regional goals. The project will address current and future traffic volumes, reduce delays, and provide safe mobility for residents, pedestrians, and drivers.
Alternative Options:
An alternative to the interlocal agreement would be for Harris County and the City of Houston to construct the
roadway expansion and the required detention mitigation and water and sewer relocation ind...
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