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Item 4P - Memo Item 4P Page 1 of 2 M E M O R A N D U M (April 5, 2022) To: Shana Yelverton, City Manager From: Rob Cohen, Director of Public Works Subject: Authorize the purchase of right-of-way and a temporary construction easement from Clifford Pearson for the Davis Boulevard (FM 1938) and W. Continental Boulevard intersection improvements in an amount not to exceed $155,155. Action Requested: Authorize the purchase of right-of-way and a temporary construction easement from Clifford Pearson for the Davis Boulevard (FM 1938) and W. Continental Boulevard intersection improvements in an amount not to exceed $155,155. Background Information: The purpose of this project is to improve traffic management at the intersection of FM 1938 and W. Continental Boulevard to handle increased traffic volumes. This project is the result of the study recommended in the Southlake 2030 Mobility Master Plan project number MT25. The improvements will include traffic signalization, modified eastbound and westbound approaches, crosswalks and sidewalks, and an improved culvert crossing through increased drainage capacity of Critical Drainage Structure No. 18 on Union Church Road west of the intersection. The purchase of the right-of-way and temporary construction easement are essential to the design and construction of the project. No site improvements were proposed within the appraisal of the proposed easements. Appraisal Specifics Amount Right-of-Way Easement $ 139,810.00 Temporary Construction Easement $ 15,345.00 Site Improvements $ 0.00 Total Purchase $ 155,155.00 Item 4P Page 2 of 2 Financial Considerations: Funding for purchase of the right-of-way and the temporary construction easement is available via the approved Capital Improvement Program. Expenditures will not exceed approved budgeted funds. Strategic Link: This item links to the City’s Strategy Map strategic focus areas of Mobility, Infrastructure, and Quality Development. It specifically relates to the City’s Corporate Objectives, C2: Provide Travel Convenience Within City & Region, and F2: Invest to Provid e & Maintain High Quality Public Assets. The Critical Business Outcome is, CBO2: Enhance Mobility Though Aggressive Traffic Management Initiatives And Capital Project Implementation. Citizen Input/ Board Review: None. Legal Review: None. Alternatives: The City Council may approve or deny the request. Supporting Documents: Attachment A: Clifford Pearson Offer Letter Staff Recommendation: Authorize the purchase of right-of-way and a temporary construction easement from Clifford Pearson for the Davis Boulevard (FM 1938) and W. Continental Boulevard intersection improvements in an amount not to exceed $155,155. Staff Contact: Rob Cohen, Director of Public Works Kevin Ferrer, P.E., Deputy City Engineer Kevin Taylor, P.E., Civil Engineer Attachment A