Agenda Item # 1
Columbus Consolidated Government
Council Meeting
09/24/2013
Agenda Report # 30
TO: Mayor and Council
SUBJECT: GDOT Memorandum of Understanding- Repair/Rehabilitation of an
Existing Storm Drive Victory Drive
INITIATED BY: Donna Newman, Department of Engineering
Recommendation: Approval is requested for the City Manager to execute a
Memorandum of Understanding with Georgia Department of Transportation in the
amount of $113,450 for the repair/rehabilitation of an existing storm drain on
Victory Drive.
Background: During the investigation of a sinkhole in the parking lot of
the Naval Museum, a large void was found under Victory Drive. The Georgia
Department of Transportation (GDOT) closed the road and made a temporary repair
for further investigation of the system by the City.
Analysis: The contractor for the City was contacted to provide an estimate for
repair and lining of the storm drain. This information was provided to GDOT
since Victory Drive is a state route for which GDOT is responsible for
maintenance. Since GDOT does not have a process for Cured-in Place (CIPP)
projects they requested the City have it done under the existing contract for
reimbursement by GDOT. The estimated amount is expected to cover the cost to
repair/rehabilitate the storm drain. Any incidental amounts over that would be
the responsibility of the City.
Financial Considerations: This will be a GDOT Quick Response Project in which
$113,450 will be provided to the City toward construction of the Project upon
approval of the application.
Projected Annual Fiscal Impact Statement: The City would resume normal
maintenance under its current contract with GDOT.
Legal Considerations: All formal agreements with GDOT require Council approval.
Recommendations/ Actions: Approve the resolution authorizing the City Manager
to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Georgia Department of
Transportation in the amount of $113, 450 for the repair/rehabilitation of an
existing storm drain on Victory Drive.
A RESOLUTION
NO. _____
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN THE ESTIMATED
AMOUNT OF $113,450 FOR THE REPAIR AND REHABILITATION OF AN EXISTING STORM DRAIN
SYSTEM ON VICTORY DRIVE.
WHEREAS, after investigating an existing storm drain line on Victory Drive that
had portions that previously failed, it was determined a section of pipe was in
danger of eminent failure; and,
WHEREAS, it was determined the most appropriate method of repair would be
cured-in-place lining of the pipe to minimize disruption of traffic; and,
WHEREAS, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) does not have a
current contract for this type work and they have asked to partner with the
City under its current contract to get the repairs done; and,
WHEREAS, GDOT has Quick Response Funds available for this type project; and,
WHEREAS, the establishment of a Memorandum of Understanding agreement between
GDOT and the City will allow the City to proceed with the
repairs/rehabilitation of the pipe and receive funds from GDOT.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
THAT THE CITY MANAGER IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN THE AMOUNT OF
$113, 450 AND PROCEED WITH OTHER WORK REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE
REPAIR/REHABILITATION OF AN EXISTING STORM DRAIN SYSTEM LOCATED ON VICTORY
DRIVE.
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Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia, held
the _________ day of _____________, and adopted at said meeting by the
affirmative vote of
_____________ members of said Council.
Councilor Allen voting __________.
Councilor Henderson voting __________.
Councilor Huff voting __________.
Councilor McDaniel voting __________.
Councilor Turner Pugh voting __________.
Councilor Woodson voting __________.
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Tiny B. Washington, Clerk of Council , Mayor
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