Title
Idlewild Road/Rama Road and Monroe Road Municipal Agreement
Action
Action:
A. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Municipal Agreement with the North Carolina Department of Transportation for construction of various improvements at the intersection of Idlewild Road/Rama Road and Monroe Road,
B. Adopt a resolution accepting funds from the North Carolina Department of Transportation to the City of Charlotte for the project in the amount of $3,400,000, and
C. Adopt a budget ordinance appropriating $3,400,000 in North Carolina Department of Transportation funds.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Liz Babson, Transportation
Felix Obregon, Transportation
Explanation
§ The Idlewild Road/Rama Road intersection project was a named 2014 bond project.
§ The Project will provide vehicular capacity and amenities for vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists at the intersection. The widening will:
- Construct a multi-use path on the north side of Monroe Road from McMullen Way to Idlewild Road as part of the future Independence Boulevard Area Sidewalk and Bike Facilities South Capital project,
- Add left and right turn lanes to increase vehicular capacity,
- Provide pedestrian improvements by constructing curb ramps and pedestrian islands, and
- Add bicycle facilities on all approaches.
§ The anticipated total project cost is $9.5 million. The cost share is:
- North Carolina Department of Transportation: $3,400,000
- City of Charlotte: $6,100,000
§ A Municipal Agreement between the City and the State is necessary for the City to be reimbursed. This Municipal Agreement is consistent with past agreements.
Fiscal Note
Funding: North Carolina Department of Transportation ($3,400,000) and General Transportation Community Investment Plan (City’s match of $6,100,000)
Attachments
Attachment(s)
Map
Budget Ordinance
Resolution