6.2. SR 01-13-2003 - Laserfiche WebLink

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I. INTRODUCTION In October 2002, Elk River City Council adopted the Pavement Rehabilitation Report prepared by Howard R. Green Company. The Report outlined the standards and project area for the reconstruction of the streets within the Old Core City. It was determined that Fourth Street from Main Street to Trunk Highway (TH) 10 and additional side streets should be included in the first proposed project scheduled for construction in 2003. The area to be included in the first project is shown in Exhibit '1. After adoption of the Pavement Rehabilitation Report, the Elk River City Council directed Howard R. Green Company to prepare a Feasibility Study for the 2003 Pavement Rehabilitation Improvements. The proposed 2003 Pavement Rehabilitation Improvements includes the reconstruction of roads, sidewalks, storm drainage improvements, and watermain improvements. The major components of the proposed project include the reconstruction of the following streets: Street From To Fourth Street Main Street TH 10 Rush Avenue Fourth Street Fifth Street Quinn Avenue Fourth Street Fifth Street Oxford Avenue Fourth Street Fifth Street Norfolk Avenue Fourth Street Main Street Morton Avenue TH 10 Main Street II. PROJECT SCOPE The purpose of this study is to analyze the reconstruction of the proposed streets included in the 2003 Pavement Rehabilitation Improvements. In addition, existing sanitary sewer, watermain, and storm sewer systems will be evaluated and necessary improvements proposed. The study will discuss the existing conditions, proposed improvements, estimated construction costs, and overhead costs which include city administration, engineering, fiscal, and legal expenses. The Pavement Rehabilitation Report prepared by Howard R. Green and adopted by the City Council in October 2002 will be used as a guideline to discuss financing methods for the proposed improvements. III. NECESSITY AND COST-EFFECTIVENESS The improvements proposed in this study are necessary for a number of reasons. The reconstruction of the streets is a cost-effective means of continuing the City's proactive street efforts and ensuring an adequate means of transportation for the residents. In addition to rehabilitating street pavement, a total street reconstruction will allow for correction of existing drainage problems through the construction of concrete curb and gutter, modifying street grades, and the installation of a storm sewer collection system as needed. Watermain improvements are necessary due to under sized mains, which result in inadequate water flow.