Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official:
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement
Project ID (if applicable): 24104MF37R01
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Memorial Municipal Utility District
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 Memorial Municipal Utility District in connection with the pedestrian bridge across Harris County Flood Control District Channel T-103-01-00 and recreational trails within the Memorial Municipal Utility District boundaries along T-103-00-00, UPIN 24104MF37R01, Precinct 4.
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Background and Discussion:
To provide a new parks and recreation trail system with the help of a pedestrian bridge to bring additional mobility connectivity and allow for safer alternatives for the community for foot traffic, hiking, or biking. The pedestrian bridge would connect Memorial MUD to the Willow Fork Drainage District, providing access to neighboring churches, parks and recreation, and commercial property.
Expected Impact:
This project would greatly enhance the community by providing connectivity to numerous amenities and businesses through neighboring MUDs to Barker Reservoir, reducing carbon emissions by providing alternative travel methods to these locations. The project would also provide a safer alternative for residents than walking and biking on major roadways.
Alternative Options:
The alternative option for this proposal would be to de...
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