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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Christopher E. Lirot, P.E.
DATE: February 16, 2016
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the Engineering Agreement with HR Green, Inc.
PURPOSE:
To authorize the engineering agreement with HR Green to provide Phase I and Phase II Engineering Services for the Lake Street median improvements from Indian Trail to Illinois Avenue.
BACKGROUND:
The State of Illinois and the City of Aurora are desirous of making improvements along Lake Street including replacement of the median barrier curbs, street lighting and landscaping. The City Council approved the Joint Agreement on May 26, 2015 (R15-135) to provide State funds for construction. The City will front fund the cost and the State will reimburse the City 80% for the construction costs of the improvement up to a maximum amount of $475,000.
DISCUSSION:
The City is required to prepare plans and specifications, receive bids, award the contract and furnish the inspection during construction. The city intends to bid the project and complete construction this year. HR Green will provide design engineering services as detailed in the Agreement noted as Exhibit 'A' for a complete set of plans to be reviewed, approved and permitted by IDOT in an amount not to exceed $63,880.28 in Account 203-4460-431-76-67 (MFT).
IMPACT STATEMENT:
No Impact.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Please forward this resolution to the Finance Committee for their review and recommendation for approval.
cc: Alderman O'Connor, Chairman
Alderman Mervine
Alderman Bohman
Alderman Mesiacos, Alternate
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the Engineering Agreement with HR Green, Inc. for the Lake Street Median Improvements Project.
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