Submitted by: C. R. Bagley
Submitting Department: Administration
Agenda Section: Consent
Item Title:
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CSX Agreement
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Mayor and Council authorize the City Administrator to enter into a reimbursement agreement with CSX for expenses incurred as a result of the CSX train derailment in Hyattsville on September 23, 2023.
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Summary Background:
A CSX freight train derailed in Hyattsville on September 23, 2023. As a result, roadway sidewalk infrastructure was damaged, and personnel expenses were incurred, totaling $310,402.51. The City Attorney, DPW, and the Emergency Operations Officer worked on the city’s behalf to identify costs, obtain repair estimates and verify agreement language. CSX agreed to reimburse the city for the full amount. The City Administrator will sign the agreement with CSX and payment will be received once the agreement is signed.
Next Steps:
Upon Council authorization, the City Administrator will execute the settlement agreement. Payment will be received once CSX has received the executed settlement agreement.
Fiscal Impact:
City will be reimbursed for damages.
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend approval. This money will be put into the general fund to begin roadwork repairs and reimburse staff time.
Community Engagement:
N/A
Strategic Goals:
Goal 2 - Ensure the Long-Term Economic Viability of the City
Legal Review Required?
Complete