R2024-73 Resolution Authorizing License for Underground Pipelines, Cables, and Conduits with the Illinois Central Railroad on Faries Parkway at Brush College Road

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3/12/24, 11:53 AM Item Coversheet Im Public Works DATE: 3/6/2024 MEMO: 2024-44 TO: Honorable Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Gregory and City Council FROM: Scot Wrighton,City Manager Matthew Newell,P.E.,Public Works Director SUBJECT: Resolution Authorizing License For Underground Pipelines,Cables and Conduits with the Illinois Central Railroad on Faries Parkway at Brush College Road SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Resolution authorizing a License For Underground Pipelines,Cables and Conduits between the Illinois Central Railroad Company(ICRR)and the City of Decatur for the installation and maintenance of a storm sewer being constructed in Faries Parkway,extending under the ICRR tracks at Brush College. The License Agreement includes a one-time payment of$12,200. This work is part of the Brush College Grade Separation Project. BACKGROUND: As the design work for the Brush College Road grade separation project was being finalized,the engineer began working with the railroads to secure license agreements for the storm sewers and water mains what would be extended under the tracks as part of the project. Although this interaction began nearly two years ago,the railroad required information that only the contractor could provide. The contractor has provided the additional construction details requested by the railroad and a license for the storm sewer is now ready to approve. The license agreement will allow the storm sewer to be constructed and maintained. The ICRR requires a one-time fee of$12,200 for the license. See the location map for further details. LEGAL REVIEW: Legal reviewed and approved the agreement on March 4,2024. PRIOR COUNCIL ACTION: There have been no prior Council actions on these Stipulated Agreements. POTENTIAL OBJECTIONS: There are no known objections to the proposed license agreement. INPUT FROM OTHER SOURCES: Illinois Central Railroad Company,AECOM Technical Services,Inc. STAFF REFERENCE: Matthew Newell,Public Works Director.Matt will be in attendance at the City Council meeting to answer any questions of the Council on this item. BUDGET/TIME IMPLICATIONS: Budget Impact: The license fee is$12,200 and will be paid from the Storm Water Fund. The installation work is part of the Brush College Grade Separation Project. Staffing Impact: Staff time will be allocated for this work. https://decatur.novusagenda.com/agendaweb/CoverSheet.aspx?ItemID=4885 1/2