SUBJECT
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Approve the Local Agency Program (LAP) Agreement between Polk County and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the Kathleen Road Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study, associated resolutions, Budget resolutions to establish budget ($2,000,000.00 one-time unanticipated revenue).
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DESCRIPTION
Polk County has identified the widening and extension of Kathleen Road as a priority given the population and employment growth projected for the region surrounding Kathleen Road. This expected growth is evident in the increased traffic demands on nearby roadways, and future development projects planned along the corridor.
The FDOT has agreed to participate in pass-through LAP funding and financial oversight of PD&E services for the Kathleen Road PD&E Study. The corridor limits of this Project are from the intersection of Kathleen Road at Duff Road to the intersection of US 98 at Rockridge Road (approximately 4.7 miles).
The LAP Agreement includes $2,000,000 for the PD&E Study. FDOT’s participation may be increased or reduced upon determination of the actual bid amounts. However, Polk County agrees to bear all expenses more than the total cost of the project and any deficits incurred should FDOT not cover these additional costs. An RFP will be developed for the selection of a consultant.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board approve and execute the Local Agency Program (LAP) Agreement between Polk County and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the Kathleen Road PD&E Study, associated resolutions, Budget resolution to establish budget unanticipated revenue in the amount of $2,000,000.00.
FISCAL IMPACT
Upon approval of the agreement and CIP Amendment and budget resolution, funding in the amount of $2,000,000.00 will be available in the Special Revenue Grants Fund in the Kathleen Road Project within the Roads and Drainage CIP.
CONTACT INFORMATION
William G. Lorenzo, PE
Project Management, Roads & Drainage Division
(863) 535-2286
Jay M. Jarvis, PE
Roads & Drainage Division Director
(863) 535-2200