PRESENTER: Presenter
Matthew Eckmann, Assistant Director of Public Works
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SUBJECT: Title
Approval of an expenditure of up to $275,000 for the acquisition of the necessary right-of-way and easements as part of the Citywide Intersection Improvements Project and authorization for the City Manager to execute all necessary conveyance documents.
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DEPARTMENT: Public Works
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COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: All
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Citywide Intersection Improvements Project is one of the approved projects in Proposition A of the City of New Braunfels 2023 Bond Program. The project will improve traffic signals, turning lanes, and pedestrian improvements at various intersections throughout the City.
ISSUE:
In order to accomplish this project, it is necessary to acquire right-of-way from properties affected by these projects.
The expenditure shall be utilized for the purchase of right-of-way, and any damages for improvements (fencing, landscaping, etc) that will be affected by the acquisition.
STRATEGIC PLAN REFERENCE:
☐Economic Mobility ☒Enhanced Connectivity ☐Community Identity
☐Organizational Excellence ☐Community Well-Being ☐N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for the acquisition of right-of-way and easements as part of the Citywide Intersection Improvements Project is incorporated in the 2023 Bond Fund budget.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the expenditure and authorization for the City Manager to execute all necessary conveyance documents.