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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025 01_Request Programming of Tulsa Urban Area Survace Trasnporation Block Grand (STBG) FundsAttachment A — Resolution 2025-01 Resolution to Request Programming of Tulsa Urban Area Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Funds WHEREAS, Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) funds have been made available for transportation improvements within the Tulsa Transportation Management Area; and WHEREAS, the City of Owasso has selected a project described as follows WHEREAS, the selected project is consistent with the local comprehensive plan, including applicable Major Street and Highway Plan Element or the Regional GO Plan, as applicable, and the Regional Transportation Plan; and WHEREAS, the engineer's preliminary estimate of cost is $12,525,798 and Federal participation under the terms of the federal law, IIJA Act, relating to STBG funds are hereby requested for funding of 32% percent of the project cost, and WHEREAS, the City of Owasso proposes to use Capital Improvement Funds for the balance of the project costs; and WHEREAS, the City of Owasso agrees to provide for satisfactory maintenance after completion, and to furnish the necessary right-of-way clear and unobstructed; and WHEREAS, the City of Owasso has required matching funds available and further agrees to deposit with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) said matching funds within thirty (30) days after authorization by the Federal Highway Administration, prior to project letting by ODOT. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the Indian Nations Council of Governments is hereby requested to program this project into the Transportation Improvement Program for the Tulsa Transportation Management Area if this project is selected for funding; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That upon inclusion in the Transportation Improvement Program, the Oklahoma Transportation Commission is hereby requested to concur in the programming and selection of this project and to submit the same to the Federal Highway Administration for its approval. 6L:c�s --� Alvin Fruga, Mayor OO13m �2OotS Date FFY 2026 & FFY 2027 INCOG Surface Transportation Block Grant Application9 Sd OWASSO CCIITYDCOUNCIL REAL V,oplo • RFALOunW,• RlK Cnnmmlt� FEB 2 6 20 TO: The Honorable Mayor and Council FROM: H. Dwayne Henderson, P.E., City Engineer SUBJECT: Resolution 2025-01, Application for Surface Transportation Block Grant Funds -East 86rh Street North Lane Widening, North Garnett to North 1 19rh East Avenue Project DATE: February 13, 2025 BACKGROUND: On January 15, 2025, Indian Nations Council of Governments (INCOG) opened applications for the FY 2027 Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) funds. The submittal deadline is March 14, 2025. This item was discussed during the February 2025 Worksession meeting. Funds are made available on an annual basis by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), through the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), for the implementation of eligible transportation improvements in the Tulsa Urbanized Area. Projects qualifying for funding provide system preservation (maintenance), management and integration (traffic management systems), arterial intersections (safety and capacity enhancements), transportation alternatives (sidewalks, trails, carpooling) and capacity expansion (arterials and interchanges that are listed on the major street and highway plan). Similar to previous STBG projects, a resolution is necessary to complete the application process. The application will request federal funding assistance for the construction of the roadway improvements. If this project is selected in summer 2025, the funding for construction will be targeted in FY 2027 or sooner, depending on funding availability. PROPOSED PROJECT: • East 86rh Street North Lane Widening, North Garnett to North 119rh East Avenue Project has increased traffic counts to 20,000 to 25,000 vehicles per day (VPD). • Staff has had to have the roadway signals coordinated several times to adjust to the increased traffic and turning movement. • The roadway section is programmed to be studied in detail concurrently with an updated Transportation Master Plan. However, the STBG funding opportunity was released prior to the study being funded and performed. • Construction funds for this grant will not be available for several years but submitting projects for future funding is crucial. • Staff will work with ODOT while they study improvements to the interchange. STBG FUNDS: INCOG will administer the grant funds and has established a selection process for the distribution of STBG funds. Priority funding is given to projects that meet federal regulations, help advance the Regional Transportation Plan through safety improvements, and reduce traffic congestion. Proposed projects are evaluated for eligibility and prioritized based on a 200-point rating system. Page 2 STBG Funding The total funding available through this two-year funding cycle application for FY 2026 and FY 2027 combined is $44,000.000. Funding of $6,000,000 is designated to the Gilcrease Expressway for 2-years of debt service, which leaves $32,000,000 for remaining projects. The maximum amount of funds for any single project is $4,000,000. CONCEPTUAL COST SUMMARY: East 861h Street North is considered a primary arterial in Owasso. The roadway is heavily used and conveys residential, commercial, school, and commuter traffic to and from Owasso. The proposed work for this section of roadway is to extend the roadway lanes to the north and south as needed, update signals with our newest design and technology standard, install new signals where warranted, move utilities, extend drainage structures, and replace sidewalks. Pavement replacement will be needed to raise the crown of the road to accommodate the widened roadway. Based on the conceptual cost estimate, the anticipated cost for construction of the proposed roadway improvements is listed below. Construction administration (testing, inspection, and administration of pay applications) is equal to 10% of the construction fee. Budgeting 8% for engineering, surveying, and geotechnical exploration, the estimated total project cost is $12,525,798. If authorized by the City Council, the City will pay for engineering design, utility relocation, and right-of-way costs locally and request FHWA funding to contribute toward construction and administration. FHWA funding for this project would be through the Surface Transportation Program, which would fund 80% of eligible construction costs (for a maximum of $4,000,000) while the local government funds 20%. Based upon this information, the following is a project estimate (projected out 5% inflation annually for 5 years, as per the application requirements): Project Segment Estimate ODOT Portion City of Owasso Construction $9,725,253 $3,207,475 $6,697,778 Administration $972,525 $972,525 $0 Utility Relocation $750,000 N/A $750,000 Right-of-way $300,000 N/A $300,000 Engineering $778,020 N/A $778,020 Total Project Cost $12,525,798 $4,000,000 $8,525,798 On this project, the City of Owasso would be obligated to 68% of the project costs. FHWA would contribute 32% of the project costs due to the $4,000,000 maximum funding per project. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of Resolution 2025-01. ATTACHMENTS: Resolution 2025-01 Map I I W `•< I 6 `1 Z �) (13 a. 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