5.5.
| Public Works Committee |
| Meeting Date: | 01/16/2024 |
| Primary Strategic Plan Initiative: | {ud_pd8} |
Title:
Consider Recommending City Council Approving Plans and Specifications and Authorizing Advertisement for Bids for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11
Purpose/Background:
Purpose:
The purpose of this case is to consider recommending City Council approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11.
Background:
The 2024 – 2033 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) identifies Alpine Drive between Puma Street and Armstrong Boulevard (CSAH 83) for street reconstruction in 2024. Additionally, the CIP identifies extension of trunk watermain between Armstrong Boulevard and Puma Street to complete a critical watermain loop. The street totals approximately 3,600 lineal feet (0.68 miles) in length, and is 32 feet wide as measured to the face of curb.
Project History
On June 13, 2023, the Ramsey City Council adopted Resolution #23-130, accepting and awarding a proposal to Bolton & Menk, Inc. for topographic survey of the project area.
On June 27, 2023, the Ramsey City Council adopted Resolution #23-129, accepting and awarding a proposal to Independent Testing Technologies Inc. for a geotechnical report of the project area.
On August 22, 2023, the Ramsey City Council adopted Resolution #23-201, ordering plans and specifications for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11.
On November 14, 2023, the Ramsey City Council adopted Resolution #23-282, accepting and awarding a proposal to American Engineering Testing, Inc. for a stabilized full-depth reclamation mix design for the project.
Pavement History
Proposed Improvements
This project proposes to reconstruct Alpine Drive between Puma Street and approximately 400 feet west of Armstrong Boulevard (CSAH 83) where it will tie into the new pavement section built by Anoka County in 2023 as part of the Armstrong Boulevard and Alpine Drive roundabout project.
City trunk watermain was also extended to the west side of Armstrong Boulevard as part of the 2023 roundabout project, to avoid future impacts. Watermain exists on the west end of the project area, and sanitary sewer also exists near the west end of the proposed project area. The subdivisions on both sides of Alpine Drive are not within the MUSA. Sanitary sewer is not proposed to be extended. However, trunk watermain is proposed to be extended between Armstrong Boulevard and Puma Street to provide a critical trunk watermain loop connection as all water west of Armstrong Boulevard, north of 147th Avenue, is currently served by one trunk line. This is also identified in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Water Plan.
During design, the majority of concrete curb and gutter was found to be in good condition, however on the east block of the project all concrete curb and gutter is proposed to be replaced. The trunk watermain construction will be via directional drilling, which will allow for spot concrete curb and gutter replacements on the rest of the project. No service connections are proposed with this project.
Alpine Drive is a Municipal State Aid (MSA) street and must comply with State Aid design requirements. MSA design requires a 10-ton pavement strength design. This is proposed to be achieved using a 5-inch thick stabilized full-depth reclamation (SFDR) under 4-inches of new bituminous pavement.
An existing bituminous trail runs in the boulevard along the north side of Alpine Drive throughout the entire project area. In general, this project does not propose any improvements to the trail, which has existing pedestrian ramps, generally compliant with current ADA requirements. During design, Staff found drainage issues at two side streets, Iguana Street and Kangaroo Street. Drainage improvements will require replacing the concrete curb and gutter around the radii to the side streets, and result in three pedestrian ramps being replaced as well.
Stormwater runoff along Alpine Drive is handled by carrying water in the curb and gutter to the adjacent neighborhood streets and associated drainage swales, eventually carrying runoff to existing low areas within drainage and utility easements. MSA approval requires storm water analysis, which Staff is currently working through. No additional improvement to the storm sewer system, such as adding curb inlets, are anticipated.
Preliminary Schedule Remaining
Additional Permitting
Plans are currently being routed through State Aid for approval, which is required before project bids can be accepted. Staff does not anticipate significant comments from State Aid, which could require moving the proposed project bid opening date out.
A Minnesota Department of Health Water Extension Permit will be required before completing the trunk watermain extension. This permit is required before work begins on the watermain construction and is not tied to bidding the project.
Full plans are not attached to this case to prevent potential bidders from downloading plans attached to the case to prepare and submit their bids, rather than purchasing the plans through QuestCDN, the electronic bidding software used by the City of Ramsey. This ensures all bidders are bidding off the same set of plans, and all bidders are notified of any plan revisions (addenda) issued during the bidding process. Attached is the title sheet showing the scope of the improvements, as well as a plan sheet showing the typical sections, which includes information on the proposed pavement section. Plans are available upon request from the City Engineer.
The purpose of this case is to consider recommending City Council approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11.
Background:
The 2024 – 2033 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) identifies Alpine Drive between Puma Street and Armstrong Boulevard (CSAH 83) for street reconstruction in 2024. Additionally, the CIP identifies extension of trunk watermain between Armstrong Boulevard and Puma Street to complete a critical watermain loop. The street totals approximately 3,600 lineal feet (0.68 miles) in length, and is 32 feet wide as measured to the face of curb.
Project History
On June 13, 2023, the Ramsey City Council adopted Resolution #23-130, accepting and awarding a proposal to Bolton & Menk, Inc. for topographic survey of the project area.
On June 27, 2023, the Ramsey City Council adopted Resolution #23-129, accepting and awarding a proposal to Independent Testing Technologies Inc. for a geotechnical report of the project area.
On August 22, 2023, the Ramsey City Council adopted Resolution #23-201, ordering plans and specifications for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11.
On November 14, 2023, the Ramsey City Council adopted Resolution #23-282, accepting and awarding a proposal to American Engineering Testing, Inc. for a stabilized full-depth reclamation mix design for the project.
Pavement History
- 1977 Construction
- 1981 & 1989 Crack Seal / Seal Coat
- 2002 Mill & Overlay
- 2007 & 2017 Crack Seal / Seal Coat
- 2023 PASER Value of 3
- Ground Penetrating Radar Results
- 4.8-inch HMA average thickness
- 4.2-inch aggregate base average thickness
- 9.0-inch average section thickness
Proposed Improvements
This project proposes to reconstruct Alpine Drive between Puma Street and approximately 400 feet west of Armstrong Boulevard (CSAH 83) where it will tie into the new pavement section built by Anoka County in 2023 as part of the Armstrong Boulevard and Alpine Drive roundabout project.
City trunk watermain was also extended to the west side of Armstrong Boulevard as part of the 2023 roundabout project, to avoid future impacts. Watermain exists on the west end of the project area, and sanitary sewer also exists near the west end of the proposed project area. The subdivisions on both sides of Alpine Drive are not within the MUSA. Sanitary sewer is not proposed to be extended. However, trunk watermain is proposed to be extended between Armstrong Boulevard and Puma Street to provide a critical trunk watermain loop connection as all water west of Armstrong Boulevard, north of 147th Avenue, is currently served by one trunk line. This is also identified in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Water Plan.
During design, the majority of concrete curb and gutter was found to be in good condition, however on the east block of the project all concrete curb and gutter is proposed to be replaced. The trunk watermain construction will be via directional drilling, which will allow for spot concrete curb and gutter replacements on the rest of the project. No service connections are proposed with this project.
Alpine Drive is a Municipal State Aid (MSA) street and must comply with State Aid design requirements. MSA design requires a 10-ton pavement strength design. This is proposed to be achieved using a 5-inch thick stabilized full-depth reclamation (SFDR) under 4-inches of new bituminous pavement.
An existing bituminous trail runs in the boulevard along the north side of Alpine Drive throughout the entire project area. In general, this project does not propose any improvements to the trail, which has existing pedestrian ramps, generally compliant with current ADA requirements. During design, Staff found drainage issues at two side streets, Iguana Street and Kangaroo Street. Drainage improvements will require replacing the concrete curb and gutter around the radii to the side streets, and result in three pedestrian ramps being replaced as well.
Stormwater runoff along Alpine Drive is handled by carrying water in the curb and gutter to the adjacent neighborhood streets and associated drainage swales, eventually carrying runoff to existing low areas within drainage and utility easements. MSA approval requires storm water analysis, which Staff is currently working through. No additional improvement to the storm sewer system, such as adding curb inlets, are anticipated.
Preliminary Schedule Remaining
- Council approves plans and specifications / authorizes advertisement for bids
- January 23, 2024
- Staff receives bids
- March 20, 2024
- Council awards contract to the lowest responsible bidder
- March 26, 2024
- Contractor begins construction
- On or around May 1, 2024 (dependent on contractor’s schedule)
- Substantial completion
- August 2, 2024
- Final completion
- August 31, 2024
Additional Permitting
Plans are currently being routed through State Aid for approval, which is required before project bids can be accepted. Staff does not anticipate significant comments from State Aid, which could require moving the proposed project bid opening date out.
A Minnesota Department of Health Water Extension Permit will be required before completing the trunk watermain extension. This permit is required before work begins on the watermain construction and is not tied to bidding the project.
Full plans are not attached to this case to prevent potential bidders from downloading plans attached to the case to prepare and submit their bids, rather than purchasing the plans through QuestCDN, the electronic bidding software used by the City of Ramsey. This ensures all bidders are bidding off the same set of plans, and all bidders are notified of any plan revisions (addenda) issued during the bidding process. Attached is the title sheet showing the scope of the improvements, as well as a plan sheet showing the typical sections, which includes information on the proposed pavement section. Plans are available upon request from the City Engineer.
Notification:
Notifications is not required with this case.
Time Frame/Observations/Alternatives:
Timeframe:
Staff estimates up to 15 minutes will be needed to present this case and respond to questions.
Alternatives:
Alternative #1 – Motion recommending City Council approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11.
Alternative #2 – Motion of other.
Staff estimates up to 15 minutes will be needed to present this case and respond to questions.
Alternatives:
Alternative #1 – Motion recommending City Council approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11.
Alternative #2 – Motion of other.
Funding Source:
Funding for this improvement is proposed to come from Municipal State Aid Funds and Water Utility Funds. Funds below include 23-percent indirect costs for administrative, engineering, finance, and legal costs.
| Municipal State Aid Funds | Water Utility Funds | Total Project Funds |
| $619,610.66 | $589,972.58 | $1,209,583.23 |
Recommendation:
Staff recommends Alternative #1.
Outcome/Action:
Action:
Motion recommending City Council approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11.
Motion recommending City Council approving plans and specifications and authorizing advertisement for bids for MSA Alpine Drive Reconstruction, Improvement Project #24-11.
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Bruce Westby | Bruce Westby | 01/11/2024 10:09 AM |
| Brian Hagen | Brian Hagen | 01/11/2024 10:56 AM |
- Form Started By:
- Joe Feriancek
- Started On:
- 01/09/2024 08:53 AM
- Final Approval Date:
- 01/11/2024