Title
Airport Electrical Transmission Line Relocation Reimbursement
Action
Action:
A. Authorize the City Manager to execute a reimbursement agreement with Duke Energy for electrical transmission line relocation required to enable construction of Airport’s North End Around Taxiway project, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to amend the agreement consistent with the purpose for which the agreement was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Haley Gentry, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ Aviation is currently in the design phase for the North End Around Taxiway (NEAT), which will increase operational efficiency and enhance safety by reducing runway crossings for Runway 18C-36C.
§ Duke Energy owns and operates a transmission facility that conflicts with the NEAT project.
§ The city has requested that Duke Energy relocate the transmission line.
§ Aviation will reimburse Duke Energy for the cost of the work, which is estimated at approximately $3,682,795.
§ This activity is occurring on airport property, located in Council District 3.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Capital Investment Plan