Submitted by: Hal Metzler
Submitting Department: Public Works
Agenda Section: Consent
Item Title:
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ARPA: West Hyattsville Alley Visioning and Conceptual Design
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Mayor and Council authorize an expenditure not to exceed $38,000 to the Neighborhood Design Center (NDC) , utilizing their existing contract with the City, for the public and stakeholder outreach as well as the Conceptual Design for the renovation of the alley running approximately parallel to Hamilton St from Queen's Chapel Road to Ager Road. This is the first of several phases of the Ager Rd/Queen's Chapel Alley Pedestrian safety Improvements project and will be funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds as approved by Council May 1, 2023. The Treasurer is authorized to make the necessary adjustments to the budget to facilitate this expenditure.
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Summary Background:
The Ager Road to Queen's Chapel Alley provides access to a vital commercial corridor in the City. The alley when originally constructed did not take into consideration pedestrian and bicycle safety or placemaking, only considered the basics of stormwater management. This project is intended to create a more pedestrian friendly and overall safer environment, while creating a sense of place in order to make the area a destination for residents and guests alike. This is the first of several phases to the overall project to design, permit, and construct stormwater, roadway, sidewalk, and other placemaking features. The NDC would complete this work under their existing contract with the City and modified by the Council at the April 17, 2023 meeting.
Next Steps:
Issue purchase order and begin to schedule public outreach.
Fiscal Impact:
NTE $38,000 - ARPA
City Administrator Comments:
Recommends approval.
Community Engagement:
Will be a part of the concept design process.
Strategic Goals:
Goal 2 - Ensure the Long-Term Economic Viability of the City
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