2015 Call for Projects Application Listing

Project Information

Project Title Galveston Seawall Boulevard Mill and Overlay, Phase 3 Primary Agency City of Galveston Date Submitted 1/9/2015 1:09:18 PM

Project Narrative

Describe the primary problems to be addressed by the project (Project Need).
1000 characters max This project will repave Seawall Blvd. between Ferry Road (SH 87) and Boddecker Rd. This will be the third and final phase of the repaving initiative along Seawall Blvd. The pavement is deteriorating and is in very poor condition. Nearly all of the pavement is cracked with a majority of pavement gaps greater than 1/8 inch wide. The pavement damage has been determined to be severe to very severe. Continued degradation will result in impaired travel due to the creation of large potholes, ridges, and cracks. This damage presents a mobility challenge due to the substantial traffic present during peak tourist times as well as the potential for impaired travel during an evacuation event. Additionally, the poor pavement condition also weakens the overall integrity of the seawall. The reconditioning of the surface is recommended by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in order to improve the long term viability of the seawall. Phase 3 will complete the repaving project that began at 61st street. Describe the primary outcome to be achieved by the project (Project Purpose).
1000 characters max The resurfacing will result in usable pavement for another 10-20 years. The resurfacing will also serve as protection for the backfill behind the seawall. Keeping the pavement in a state of good repair will allow for unimpeded mobility for residents, tourists, and evacuees. Describe the proposed improvement (Facility/Limits/Description).
1000 characters max Mill and overlay the existing 4-lane street between Ferry Road (SH 87) and Boddecker Rd. (approximately 2.07 miles). The road does not contain any curb and gutter segments since all drainage is sheet flow over the seawall. Project costs also include funding for environmental documentation (categorical exclusion), plans, specifications, and final estimate development, and TxDOT oversight fees. Describe any alternatives to the proposed improvement which have been considered or will be evaluated.
2000 characters max Current alternatives include the "no-build" alternative, which is not acceptable as it will ultimately result in an impassable roadway. Another option is the complete reconstruction of Seawall Blvd. At this time, it is more cost effective to re-surface the roadway.

Project Narrative

Has a scoping meeting been conducted with TxDOT or FTA?
Note: A brief scoping meeting will be scheduled during the application review period for any “Major Investment” project which has not already had one. No Please attach a completed scoping checklist or meeting summary.

What level of environmental documentation is required for the proposed project? Categorical Exclusion (CE) Which CE does the proposed project scope qualify for? (c)(22) Projects that would take place entirely within the existing operational ROW Will any permits from the Army Corps of Engineers, US Coast Guard, railroad, etc. be required before the project can be constructed? Yes Please describe the permits needed and the timeline anticipated to acquire them.
1000 characters max A permit from Galveston County will be needed. However, no complications or delay are expected. Please provide an estimated completion date for the 30% Design/PS&E milestone. 01/12/2015 Will additional property, or interest in property (easement), be required to implement the project? No How many parcels or portions thereof remain to be acquired? Please provide an estimated date for the completion of property acquisition necessary for construction activities to begin. Has a utility evaluation been completed for the project? Yes Please describe the process for utility adjustments/relocations (entity responsible, financial responsibility, etc.). A preliminary utility evaluation has been completed. Utilities run adjacent to Seawall Blvd. approximately 200' to the south. The resurfacing will not involve any adjustment to the existing roadway alignment, so no adjustments to utilities will be required. Will the project improve or significantly affect infrastructure owned or operated by another agency? No Please describe the affect and supply evidence of support from the affected agency. Evidence of Agency Support Attachment

Please describe previous and upcoming public involvement activities related to the proposed project. The project has been discussed at public meetings of the Galveston Intermodal Transportation Committee on November 12 and 17, and December 19, 2014, and at City Council Workshops on December 11, 2014. As this is a state of good repair project, it is not expected to generate any amount of public discussion or controversy. Future public meetings can be held, if needed. http://www.guidrynews.com/story.aspx?id=1000065610 Public Involvement Attachment

City Council Memo.pdf

Please provide any additional project development/readiness information relevant to the proposed project. This is phase 3 of a project which included identical scopes of work for phase 1 and phase 2. This phase is expected to be completed without delay due to fewer driveways, ramps, signals, utilities, and commercial uses along this portion of Seawall Blvd. A resolution by the Galveston City Council is attached. Additional Project Development/Readiness Attachment

Resolution No 15-002--Seawall Repaving Project.PDF

Map/Location

Please provide a clear and concise GIS coverage or PDF map of the proposed project.
(*.mpk ESRI Map Package file preferred)

Seawall.mpk

Project Budget

Please attach a completed project budget worksheet.
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SEAWALL - Project Budget.xlsx

Is this application for a transit project, ITS project, or other project that would have a significant ongoing operating/maintenance cost? No Please attach a completed 5-year annual operating budget worksheet.
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Are transportation development credits being requested? No Please attach a completed TDC application.
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Benefit /Cost Methodology - Roadway/Mobility (Non-ITS)

State of Good Repair – Operating/Life-Cycle Cost savings

Please attach the completed BCA Excel worksheet and appropriate narrative of analysis used.

life cycle cost_seawall.xlsx

SEAWALL_NARRATIVE_BC.pdf

Regional Impact

Designated evacuation route Although not formally designated as such, Seawall Blvd. functions as a de-facto evacuation route as it is one of three major east/west roads on the island, and one of the complete east/west connection. No Although not formally designated as such, Seawall Blvd. functions as a de-facto heavy cargo route as it is one of two major east/west roads on the island, and one of the complete east/west connection. Yes Island Transit Dial-a-Ride service (limited eligibility demand response service) utilizes this segment of Seawall Blvd frequently.

Design/Corridor Mobility

No No - this is a state of good repair project. No No - this is a state of good repair project. No No - this is a state of good repair project.

Community

Yes Yes - the City of Galveston Comprehensive Plan (2011) and the Thoroughfare Plan encourage adequate public facilities, the enhancement and strengthening of infrastructure, and the increased resilience of existing infrastructure. Additionally, the plan specifically recommends that conditions along Seawall Boulevard are improved in order to promote quality development and support its function as an attractive visitor destination. www.cityofgalveston.org/DocumentCenter/View/1711

GALV_Comp_Plan_Adopted_Final_11_1027_webres_201407091050413932.pdf

Yes This portion of Seawall Boulevard is functionally classified as a collector according to the City of Galveston's Master Thoroughfare Plan. The plan does not recommend any added capacity improvements at this time. However, as an addendum to the Comprehensive Plan, the Thoroughfare Plan recommends that infrastructure be adequate, resilient, and in good repair.