STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Transportation & Infrastructure
AGENDA DATE: May 24, 2023
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 10, 11
DEPARTMENT: Department of Transportation
EXECUTIVE: Dr. Robert Perez
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a resolution to support Detailed Applications for funding for two planning projects: Project 1 - Skillman Bridge Connectivity and Safe Routes to Schools Planning Study and Project 2 - Esperanza District Neighborhood Planning Study for the Texas Department of Transportation Call for Projects to utilize funds for cost reimbursement through the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program - Financing: This action has no cost consideration to the City (see Fiscal Information for potential future costs)
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BACKGROUND
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) issued a statewide Call for Projects on December 2, 2022, for potential project sponsors to submit eligible projects to utilize funds through the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) Program for bicyclist and pedestrian infrastructure and active transportation planning documents. The TASA Funds require a local match comprised of cash contributions. As the project sponsor, the City of Dallas would be responsible for all non-reimbursable costs and 100% of cost overruns, if any, for TASA Funds.
The City of Dallas submitted a Preliminary Application prior to the deadline of January 27, 2023, for two planning projects: Project 1 - Skillman Bridge Connectivity and Safe Routes to Schools Planning Study and Project 2 - Esperanza District Neighborhood Planning Study. If the projects are selected by TxDOT to advance to the Detailed Application phase, the City of Dallas intends to submit Detailed Applications prior to the June 5, 2023, deadline.
The Skillman Bridge Connectivity and Safe Routes to Schools Planning Study will assess current non-motorized connectivity conditions and recommend design and transportation standards. The propose...
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