SUBJECT
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Approve Construction Agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc., (CSX) for the CR 35A Kathleen Road @ Deeson Road Intersection Improvement Project. Also accept a Deed of Easement from CSX and approve payment for the purchase thereof. ($541,047 one-time expense)
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DESCRIPTION
The Kathleen Road @ Deeson Road Intersection Improvement Project is in the County’s current CIP. The scope of the improvements includes a new traffic signal, lengthening the left turn lane on Kathleen Road northbound, and adding a new right turn lane on Kathleen Road southbound, and making a connection between the existing sidewalks on Deeson Road and Kathleen Road with a new section of sidewalk.
The CSX railroad tracks run parallel to and to the west of Kathleen Road and cross over Deeson Road. CSX will be required to make adjustments to their crossing arms and associated equipment to allow for the construction of the intersection improvements. The cost for CSX to make the adjustments is $495,747.
Additionally, CSX requires a perpetual easement for the operation and maintenance of the roadway and associated facilities located within its right-of-way. An easement area was identified which was reviewed and approved by CSX. An appraisal was completed for the easement and CSX has agreed to accept the County’s appraised value in the amount of $45,300 for the easement.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board approve Construction Agreement with CSX in the amount of $495,747 to pay for the adjustments to the railroad crossing on Deeson Road. Also request Board accept a Deed of Easement from CSX and approved payment for the purchase of the easement in the amount of $45,300 to CSX Transportation, Inc
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds are budgeted in the Transportation Trust Fund.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Douglas Gable, P.E.
Engineering Manager - Interim
Roads & Drainage Division
(863) 535-2285
Jay M. Jarvis, P.E.
Roads & Drainage Division Director
(863) 535-2200