HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB 2023-106 Authorize B&L contract for E Shore Dr Pedestrian Improvement StudyMEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD
July 10, 2023
TB Resolution 2023 - 106: Authorization to Award Contract for East Shore Drive Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety Corridor Project Feasibility Study
Whereas on October 27, 2022, then-Director of Planning (Director) received a proposal from Barton & Loguidice (B&L) for Professional Engineering Services to conduct a feasibility study
(Study) to improve the safety for pedestrians and bicyclists and develop designs for approximately 700’ feet of East Shore Drive (NYS-34) between Boynton Middle School (N. Cayuga Street)
and the Ithaca Youth Bureau (James L. Gibbs Dr.), and
Whereas the Study will advance the multiyear Capital Improvement Plan project and the Better Bike Network’s Key Project A1: Build NY Route 13 Underpass Shared-Use Trail, and
Whereas B&L has adequately outlined related work experience, project objectives, and scope of services that meet and/or exceed our expectations, and
Whereas the current Director of Planning and Director of Engineering, respectively, have reviewed the updated July 6, 2023 proposal and qualifications of B&L and recommend approval by
the Town Board for the Study, not to exceed $39,500, and
Whereas in accordance with6 NYCRR Section 617.5(c)(27), State Environmental Quality Review, the Study is classified as Type II Action and not subject to environmental review, now, therefore
be it
Resolved that the Town Board approves the proposal for the East Shore Drive Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety Corridor Project Feasibility Study as submitted and authorizes the Town Supervisor
to execute said contract, subject to the review by the Attorney for the Town.
Moved: Margaret JohnsonSeconded: Pamela Bleiwas
Vote: ayes – Johnson, Bleiwas, Goodman, Howe, Levine, DePaolo and Rosen