DEPARTMENT: Transportation
FILE TYPE: Consent Action
TITLE
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Authorization To Execute Contract With HR Green, Inc. For Professional Services For Highway 42 Pedestrian And Traffic Safety Improvements In Hastings And Amend 2025 Transportation Capital Improvement Program Budget, County Project 42-161
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PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED
Execute a contract with HR Green, Inc., for preliminary and final design services for County Project 42-161 and amend the 2025 Transportation Capital Improvement Program Budget.
SUMMARY
To provide a safe and efficient transportation system, Dakota County is proceeding with CP 42-161 to modify and improve trail facilities, traffic design, and stormwater facilities and perform a mill and overlay of pavement on County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 42 in Hastings between Lock Boulevard and Trunk Highway 61 in Hastings (Attachment: Project Area Map). In addition to roadway maintenance needs, this project aims to improve automobile, bicycle, and pedestrian safety in conjunction with adjacent planned improvements to the Mississippi River Greenway. The City of Hastings is participating in the development of this project and will contribute to costs as prescribed by County cost-share policies.
On September 25, 2023, Dakota County executed a contract with HR Green, Inc., to conduct a plan study for this segment of CSAH 42 and nearby segments of the Minnesota River Greenway and to complete preliminary plans. Under this contract, planning work and public outreach were completed, but work was not advanced to the design phase at the time the contract expired in September 2024. County staff developed a new scope of services that includes additional public involvement, utility and permit coordination, survey, traffic analysis, and completion of preliminary and final plans with the expectation of completion of these tasks in 2026 and construction in late 2026 or 2027. HR Green, Inc., responded with a proposal to complete design and related tasks for permitting and right of way acquisition for a total fee of $211,467. Staff has reviewed the proposal and found it responsive to the updated scope of work for the project.
RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends executing a contract with HR Green, Inc., for preliminary and final design services for CP 42-161 in an amount not to exceed $211,467.
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EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACTS
The 2025 Transportation Capital Improvement Program dedicates $200,000 towards design services and right of way acquisition for CP 42-161. A budget amendment of $18,000 is needed to award the contract while retaining funds for right of way acquisition.
☐ None ☐ Current budget ☐ Other
☒ Amendment Requested ☐ New FTE(s) requested
RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, to provide a safe and efficient transportation system, Dakota County and the City of Hastings are advancing County Project (CP) 42-161; and
WHEREAS, CP 42-161 will improve trail facilities, traffic safety, and pavement quality on CSAH 42 from Lock Boulevard to Trunk Highway 61; and
WHEREAS, the City of Hastings is partnered with Dakota County on CP 42-161 and will provide contribution towards project costs in accordance with the Dakota County 2040 Transportation Plan; and
WHEREAS, Dakota County retained HR Green, Inc., in September 2023 to conduct a planning study and preliminary design plans for CP 42-161; and
WHEREAS, improvements to CSAH 42 were identified through this contract that achieve the objectives of CP 42-161; and
WHEREAS, HR Green, Inc., submitted a proposal for the development of preliminary and final plans for CP 42-161 in response to an updated scope of work developed by Dakota County with a fee of $211,467; and
WHEREAS, Dakota County has reviewed the proposal and determined it to be responsive to the scope.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Dakota County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes the Transportation Director to execute a contract with HR Green, Inc. to complete preliminary and final design plans for County Project 42-161 in Hastings in an amount not to exceed $211,467, subject to approval by the County Attorney’s Office as to form; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the 2025 Transportation Capital Improvement Program Budget be amended as follows:
Expense
42-161 $18,000
Total Expense $18,000
Revenue
CSAH $18,000
Total Revenue $18,000
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PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
23-387; 8/29/23
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment: Project Area Map
BOARD GOALS
☐ Thriving People ☐ A Healthy Environment with Quality Natural Resources
☒ A Successful Place for Business and Jobs ☐ Excellence in Public Service
CONTACT
Department Head: Erin Laberee
Author: Joe Morneau