SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of a Florida Department of Transportation State - Funded Grant Supplemental Agreement and Resolution for Design of the Proposed Dunnellon Trail Project in Marion County (Budget Impact - Neutral)
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Steven Cohoon, P.E., County Engineer |
Office of the County Engineer |
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
The County previously entered into a State-Funded Grant Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), for Grant Agreement Contract Number G2F85, FPN 450918-1-34-01 also known as the Dunnellon Trail project, on behalf of the City of Dunnellon.
At the May 21, 2024, meeting of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), a letter from the City of Dunnellon was presented for notation, formally requesting the termination of the Dunnellon Trail Project. The project, identified by FDOT Financial Project Numbers 450918-1-34-01 (design) and 450918-1-54-01 (construction), was originally planned to enhance regional trail connectivity and recreational opportunities. However, the City cited feasibility concerns and a reassessment of the project's overall benefit as reasons for seeking its cancellation.
This Supplemental Agreement (SA) documents the reduction in the Scope of Work. Funding is unchanged, with the Grant amount remaining $375,000.00. The limits of the project are 50 feet west of Adams Street to the Blue Run of Dunnellon Park, along CR 484 (aka Pennsylvania Avenue), for a total length of approximately 0.12 miles. However, the multi-use trail limits are reduced to a pedestrian crossing along the CR 484 bridge, connecting to Blue Run Park. The overall project limits will provide for three (3) crosswalks, including midblock crossings with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs).
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral - $375,000.00 grant reimbursement for design accounted for in original Agreement; unaffected by this Supplemental Grant Agreement.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve the attached Supplemental Grant Agreement and Resolution, and authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute the same.
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