Title
Resolution for a Landscape/Streetscape Maintenance Agreement for the Landscaping on SR 329 (South Main Street) from SR 331 (Williston Road) to SR 226 (SW 16th Avenue) (B)
This item involves a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Landscape/Streetscape Maintenance Agreement between the City of Gainesville and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for a landscaping project on SR 329 (South Main Street) from SR 331 (Williston Road) to SR 226 (SW 16th Avenue).
Explanation
The City of Gainesville was requested to enter into a landscape/streetscape maintenance agreement with the FDOT that requires the City to maintain the landscaping along the section of the project on SR 329 from SR 331 to SR 226. If the City takes these actions, the FDOT will construct the landscaping project.
Fiscal Note
The maintenance operating cost will be approximately $10,000 per year. This will be addressed in FY 08 budgeting process.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) adopt the Resolution; and 2) authorize the City Manager to execute a Landscape/Streetscape Maintenance Agreement for the landscaping on SR 329 from SR 331 to SR 226.