Title
Resolution for a Local Agency Program (LAP) Agreement for the completion of the SW 62nd Blvd Project Development and Environmental (PD&E) Study (B)
This item involves a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a LAP Agreement between the City of Gainesville and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the completion of the Project Development and Environment (PD&E) study in the amount of $1,278,777.
Explanation
FDOT has available funding in the amount of $1,278,777 for the completion of the PD&E study for the SW 62nd Blvd corridor from Newberry Rd (SR26) to Archer Rd (SR24), following the alignment approved by the MTPO in 2009. Additional work is needed to account for environmental changes that have occurred since the original study was conducted, and to obtain a final determination of impacts in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). A NEPA determination is needed in order for the project to be eligible for additional federal funds. The City of Gainesville is a FDOT certified local agency.
Fiscal Note
There is no fiscal impact to the City, the LAP Agreement provides the City with $1,278,777 for the completion of the PD&E study.
Recommendation
The City Commission adopt the Resolution, which authorizes the City Manager to sign the LAP Agreement.