TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Greg Ruddy, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT:
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Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation for the I-80 at Des Plaines River Improvement Project
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BACKGROUND:
As part of the ongoing I-80 improvements project, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) plans to replace the two bridges crossing the Des Plaines River. IDOT has submitted an agreement for State Contract Number 62R23. This agreement addresses the City’s financial responsibilities related to the relocation of watermain and sanitary sewer along McDonough Street.
The Public Service Committee will review this matter.
CONCLUSION:
Attached is a Resolution approving an Agreement with the State of Illinois, Department of Transportation for the I-80 at the Des Plaines River Bridge Improvement Project. Based on the cost participation breakdown for the project, the City’s share totals an estimated amount of $423,500.00. A separate agreement between the City and IDOT will address reimbursement from IDOT for a portion of the watermain and sanitary sewer relocation costs. The total project cost is estimated at $183,417,058.00.
Funds for the City of Joliet’s share will be charged to the Water & Sewer Improvement Fund / Water Distribution (Org 50180012, Object 557200, $423,500.00).
RECOMMENDATION:
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Based on the above, it is recommended that the Mayor and City Council adopt the attached Resolution approving an Agreement with the State of Illinois Department of Transportation for the I-80 at the Des Plaines River Bridge Improvement Project.
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