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 2610215RAD01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): North Houston District
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 North Houston District to construct sidewalks for pedestrian improvements along West Road between Interstate-45 North and Airline Drive and all related appurtenances, UPIN 2610215RAD01, Precinct 2.
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Background and Discussion:
The 2022 High-Injury Network Report does not specifically identify this segment of West Road; however, the adjacent segment of Airline Drive is highlighted. Crash data from 2020–2024 indicates 108 crashes along this roadway, with higher concentrations near I-45 North and Airline Drive. One crash resulted in serious pedestrian injury.
Expected Impact:
This heavily traveled corridor serves both motorists and pedestrians. Upgrading pedestrian infrastructure to current standards, including continuous six-foot sidewalks, will improve safety, accessibility, and quality of life while supporting economic development and expanding opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents in adjacent areas.
Alternative Options:
The alternative option for this proposal would be denial of this project which may have a negative impact for surrounding communities.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. C...
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