HomeMy WebLinkAbout081324-03.2STUDY SESSION MEMORANDUM 3.Z
TO: Mayor and Town Council August 13, 2024
SUBJECT: San Ramon Valley Boulevard Improvements Update
BACKGROUND
The Town Council recently awarded construction contracts for two paving projects, San
Ramon Valley Boulevard Improvements, and the 2023/24 Pavement Rehabilitation
project, CIP's C-600 and C-610 respectively. The Town's Capital Improvement Program
(CIP) also includes the Fiber Optic Cable Interconnect Project, CIP A-620.
Project A-620 will provide a fiber optic infrastructure for various Town facilities and
traffic signals. The completed network was planned to combine the use of existing traffic
signal conduit and new conduit to be installed with the project. Completion of the fiber
optic improvements must precede the repaving of San Ramon Valley Boulevard.
As the design process progressed, staff determined that the existing interconnect system
does not meet fiber optic design standards required to support the project. This involves
both the size of the conduit and the sweeps necessary to make lateral connections. As a
result, the project will require the installation of additional new conduit and
infrastructure in locations on San Ramon Valley Boulevard. These improvements were
not included in the scope of the paving improvements project.
DISCUSSION
San Ramon Valley Boulevard Improvements (CIP C-600):
To accommodate the construction of a more extensive Fiber Optic Cable Interconnect
project, it will be necessary to delay the San Ramon Valley Boulevard improvements. This
delay is necessary to ensure that the installation of the fiber optic infrastructure is
completed prior to the paving work, preventing the need for trenching newly installed
asphalt and ensuring compliance with the fiber optic design standards. The revised
project timeline anticipates the start of construction in spring 2025.
2023/24 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (CIP C-610):
The 2023/24 Pavement Rehabilitation Project includes the paving of Front Street, which
is also impacted by the Fiber Optic Cable Interconnect project. To ensure proper
coordination and prevent unnecessary rework, the contractor will begin paving activities
with residential streets located outside of the downtown area, rather than initiating work
on Front Street.
Downtown Master Plan Catalyst Project Paving (CIP A-362):
MCK Services Inc. awarded the construction contract for CIP C-600 and CIP C-610, is in
discussions with Grade Tech, the contractor for CIP A-362, to coordinate the paving work
for the downtown area. This coordination aims to streamline operations and reduce the
impact on the downtown area.
Project Coordination Efforts:
Construction of the 2023/24 Pavement Rehabilitation Project is scheduled to commence
in fall 2024. Initial paving operations will focus on residential streets outside the
downtown area to ensure minimal disruption to the ongoing Fiber Optic Cable
Interconnect project.
Upon completion of the curb, gutter, and pedestrian improvements for the Downtown
Master Plan Catalyst project, the contractor will proceed with paving the downtown
streets as part of CIP A-362. This phase is contingent upon a formal agreement between
Grade Tech and MCK Services Inc. Following the completion of downtown street paving,
the contractor will resume the 2023/24 Pavement Rehabilitation Project.
After the installation of the fiber optic infrastructure, the contractor will begin paving of
Front Street, followed by the completion of the San Ramon Valley Boulevard
Improvements. The comprehensive paving activities are projected to be finalized by
summer 2025.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends continuing with the coordinated approach, closely monitoring the
progress of all involved projects, and maintaining clear communication with all
stakeholders to ensure minimal impact and successful completion.
Prepared by:
Steven Jones
City Engineer
Attachment: Downtown street paving map
San Ramon Valley Blvd 2 August 13, 2024
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