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IDOT Precon. Agree. NW Art.CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA MEMORANDUM July 11, 2001 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager Proposed Extension of Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Iowa Department of Transportation District Engineer Dick Kautz has provided the attached July 5, 2001 letter in response to questions raised about the IDOT request for a transfer of jurisdiction on a portion of the Northwest Arterial to the City of Dubuque Michael C. Van Milligen MCVM/jh Attachment cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager Iowa Department of Transportation 430 Sixteenth Avenue SW FAX: 319-364-9614 P.O. Box 3150 Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-:~150 July 5, 2001 Ref: Michael VanMilligan City Manager 50 West 13th Street Dubuque, IA 52001-4845 STP-32-1(1,2)--2C-31 Dubuque County City of Dubuque Addendum 99-4-095A SUBJECT: Proposed Extension of Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Dew Mike: This letter is in response to two (2) issues raised at the July 2, 2001 City Council meeting concerning Addendum 99-4-095A to Preconstruction Agreement No. 99-4-095 between the City of Dubuque and the Iowa Department of Transportation for the above referenced project. One issue involves the type of pavement to be constructed on the extension of Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) between JFK Road and U.S. 52. The other issue was a request for documentation relating to the transfer of the entire length of the Northwest Arterial to the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, and the City of Sageville. The pavement type for the remaining section of the Northwest Arterial, which is currently being graded, will be Portland cement concrete pavement. I believe this is the preferred type of pavement as expressed by several City Council members at the last council meeting. I have attached copies of correspondence relating to the issue of transferring the Northwest Arterial to the local governmental agencies. I am furnishing copies of 1) a Commission Order from the September 12, 2000 Commission meeting where this issue was discussed with a Dubuque delegation; 2) a follow-up newspaper article to that Commission meeting from the Dubuque Telegraph Herald; 3) an August 29, 2000 letter from Mayor Terry Duggan, Chair of the DMATS Policy Board. Please share this information with the Mayor and City Council prior to the next City Council meeting. As I understand, the City Council will consider action on the addendum at the next City Council meeting scheduled for July 16, 2001. If you have any questions, please contact me at the above address or call me at 319-364-0235. Very truly yours, Richard E. Kautz, P.E. District Engineer REK/jh Attachment cc: Tom Cackler-Director, Highway Division, Iowa DOT, Ames, IA 50010 Department of Transportation COMMISSION ORDER Division/Bureau/Office Highwa¥ Division Submitted by Tom Cackl er Iowa 32 - Dubuque Delegat,i. on TITLE:. Phone NO. 515-239-1124 Order No. -H~ Meeting Date September 12, 2000 DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND: A delegation from Dubuque will discuss the future of the Northwest Arterial (Iowa 32). PROPOSAL/ACTION RECOMMENDA'~ON: For discussion only. COMMISSION ACTION: Moved by Seconded by Boden Kokenge Langston Vote Aye Nay Pass H-2001-32 Tom Cackler, Director, Highway Division, said as part of the discussion for the Southwest Arterial in Dubuque, the Commission asked staff to look at a transfer of jurisdiction of iowa 32 to the three affected local jurisdictions. Staff has been visiting with DMATS (Dubuque Metro Area Transportation Study) and believe we have reached an agreement. Mr. Cackler said Mayor Terry Duggan, Dubuque, would like to discuss the terms of the transfer and their'commitment for funding the Southwest Arterial. Mayor Duggan introduced Steve Williams, ECIA (East Central Intergovernmental Association). He expressed appreciation for the Commission's commitment to the northwest and southwest arterials. It has been a long process. He also expressed appreciation to Mr. Cackler and Dick Kautz, District 6 Engineer, who have worked with them through many issues. Mayor Duggan said they would like to see the Northwest Arterial from JFK Road to U.S. 52 completed. Then they would enter into a transfer of jurisdiction agreement of the Northwest Arterial after completion of the Northwest Arterial and programming the Southwest Arterial. They want to see it carried forward. Also, they could use their STP money and work with the engineers and designers of U.S. 20 and Iowa 32 to have connectivity with the Northwest Arterial. : Mayor Duggan said they have pledged 15 percent of their money toward the Southwest Arterial. They feet the Northwest and Southwest arterials should connect at Oodge Street (U.S. 20). Chairman Wiedemeier said the Commission has heard concerns that the Commission made a change in the project. This Commission, in May, 1999, had many concerns about the impacts to the quarry, local businesses, cemetery, and splitting of farms so the project was taken off the table. In July, 1999, the Commission went to Dubuque, reviewed the project, and decided this was not what we wanted to do. Staff was directed to look at an alternative that takes the road farther out and brings it into Seippel Road. Chairman Wiedemeier said this Commission stands on its own and is trying to look out in the future. Commissioner Dunn said much time and effort has gone into this, and initially there were misunderstandings between the DOT and city. There is a perception that the mayor has pushed us to move farther west and to do the transfer of jurisdiction on the Northwest Arterial. She said the mayor has never contacted her to push this agenda. He has supported our efforts but has never directed us. H-2001-32 Page 2 Commissioner Dunn said this Commission was never given documentation before being asked to vote. She said we are back on track, and she hopes the people of Dubuque know the Commission is working hard to alleviate traffic on U.S. 20 and to have direct access to U.S. 61/U.S. 151. Commissioner Aller said in May, 1999, the Commission felt what was proposed was a mistake. The Commission agreed to make improvements and are trying to find a route. In regard to the issue of the 15 percent and spending it where you want to spend it, Commissioner Aller said he did not know that he disagreed but would like to see the engineering to determine how it will fit into the road we will construct. He said he is concerned about how these issues get so convoluted. The movement of the road farther out was by this Commission. Commissioner Kokenge said when the project was presented, the Commission was concerned about the number of impacts for a short distance of highway and we wanted to take a look at it which started the delays. Mayor Duggan said there is still a long way to go and other issues that have not been addressed. He said he hopes the partnership will continue. Commissioner Kokenge said staff has been directed to expedite this project if at all possible. This item for discussion only. Dubuque's proposal':2 roads are better than 1 Today The Front Page Area Events Nation/World Local/Area Page 1 of 3 ~ A~ the T~ Next Sto~ Return to the Front section index Wednesday, September 13, 2000 Dubuque's proposal:2 roads are better than 1 Southwest Arterial:State commlasion appears open to the idea of 2 links rnnning south of U.S. 20 Iowa Illinois Wisconsin Business Features Sports Opinion Obituaries For the Record By JEFFREY PIETERS AMES, Iowa - Dubuque, which has long straggled to get aa arterial-style link n]nning south fi'om U.S. 20, now might stand to get two. On Tuesday, Dubuque Mayor Terry Duggan pitched an idea to the Iowa Transportation Commission that would allow construction of two highway alignments: a westerly alignment that commissioners apparently favor and the first proposed alignment that a majority of~ local leaders still support. The idea, conceived in talks between local transportation officials and state transportation department staffers, is this: ' * The state would proceed with a one-year study that could lead to building the limited-access, 4.5-mile Southwest Arterial bypass from U.S. 20, near Seippul Road, to U.S. 61/151 south of the city. TH Archives Classifieds- Now RealW-Now * Meanwhile, the local transportation planning group, the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study or DMATS would withhold its contribution to the project, or about $7 million, and use the money instead to extend the Northwest Arterial south from U.S.. 20 1.5 miles to the Southwest "It's what DMATS wanted to do - save the connection with the Northwest Arterial," Duggaa said. "I can't imagine we can get anything better than this. We still accomplLqh the same thing and we get the two liulmps," he said. There is a familiar ring to the idea. In aa earlier proposal, the Northwest and Southwest arterials were to connect directly, with a short leg to be built later from the Southwest Arterial to Seippel Road. In the currem idea, the two roads are reversed. http://www.thouline.com/News/09132000/front/8886.htm 9/18/00 Dubuque's proposaq:2 roads are better than 1 :~*Page 2 of 3 The extended Northwest Arterial is envisioned as a continuation of the current road - four lanes and somewhat limited access. It would pass underneath U.S. 20 and connect to the Southwest Arterial by an interchange. It would be built at the same time as state-sponsored roadwork on U.S. 20. Transportation commissioners indicated general, but non-committal, favor for the proposal. "I don't know that I have any disagreements," said Commissioner Tom Allers, of Cedar Rapids. "I'd just like to see the engineering of it all (firs0 and see how it's going to work." Commissioners told Duggan they are committed to finishing the northernmost leg of the Northwest Arterial and still support building the Southwest Arterial. "I think we're back on track," said commissioner Catherine Duon, of Dubuque. Dubuque City Council member Dan Nicholson, who has opposed efforts to shit~ the Southwest Arterial's planned route, said the Northwest Arterial extension seems to be an acceptable plan.. And he called the Transportation Commission's reaffirmation of its commitment to projects in Dubuque "the most encouraging news I've heard about the Southwest Arterial for a long time." Dubuque County Supervisor Jim Waller said he has "an open mind" about the new idea. "Ansahing to get the road is worth looking at," he said. "We need it. We need relief off (LT. S.) 20." Supervisor Donna Smith, though, said it's premature for local officials to give up on their preferred ali~mment. "We have not changed our position as a community," she said. "That's the position I think we need to keep." The state hasn't provided any data showing why an alignment farther west is superior to the alignment selected by local leaders after years of study, Smith said. "It's important" that the Northwest and Southwest arterials connect directly, and are kept as state highways, mtber than returned to local control, she said. '~l dn nnt ~llqh th~ Jetta nflnqln* a qtat~ hi{;h~av and nnnverfin* it tn ~ ei~v http://www.thonline.comfNews/09132000/front/8886.htm 9/18/00 Dubuque's propbsai:2 roads are better than 1 Page 3 of 3 street," she said. Commissioners discussed the transfer of jurisdiction briefly Tuesday, indicating general support for an agreement Duggan proposed on behalf of the DMATS Policy Board: that Dubuque, Dubuque County and Sageville will take over the Northwest Arterial once the state has finished building it, and once the commission approves a route for the Southwest Arterial. The commission could approve a Southwest Arterial route as soon as December 2001, with the Northwest Arterial to open in 2002. ~ Copyright 2000 Telegraph Herald Next Stor~ Return to the Front section index Comments? Criticism? Story ideas? Talk to us. htOp://www.thonlin e.com/News/09132000/front/8886.btm 9/18/00 EAST CENTRAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL ASSOCIATION DUBUQUE METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY EASTERN IOWA REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY JOB TRAINING PROGRAMS (JTPA) (PJ) (WTW) ECL& REGIONAL PLANNING AFFILIATION E.C.I.A. BUSINESS GROWTH, INC. August 29, 2000 Richard Kautz, District Engineer Iowa Depmtment of Transportation District//6 P.O. Box 3150 Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-3150 Dear Dick I am writing in response to the most recent information regarding the completion of Iowa 32 as was conveyed to the DMATS Policy Board at their meeting on August 17, 2000. The DMATS Policy Board held a long and spirited debate following Mr. Kranse's presentation. Several issues were addressed regarding the Memomdum of Understanding of 1993 between the Iowa Department of Transportation, DM&TS, the City of Dubuque and Dubuque County. The DMATS Policy Board is disappointed that at this point, immediately prior to bid letting, that the Iowa DOT would demand that the terms of the 1993 agreement be modified. SpecificaL~, we are very concerned that Iowa DOT has stated k will not complete the £mal section of Iowa 32 unless the three local governments take back jurisdiction of the entire Iowa 32. The DM&TS Policy Board feels that th/s is unreasonable and does not live up to the sp'n-it of or the actual intent of the 1993 Memorandum of Understanding. The City of Dubuque, Dubuque County and DM&TS have lived up to their respective ends of this agreement and expect the Department of Transportation to live up to their end as well. We feel that it is only fair to all parties involved not to be making lla hour changes and that the project should stay on course. We have all waited long enough and request that you proceed. We are also aware that the DOT Commission wishes to eliminate Iowa 32 from the Iowa DOT Primary Road system. Although we fundamentally disagree, we feel that we could commit to a Transfer of Jurisdiction of Iowa 32 - Northwest Arterial at a later date. We know that the IDOT Conmaission, on many occ~ions, has expressed their wiqlingness to build the Iowa 32 - Southwest Arterial. They realize that this area has a critical need and have staff working to complete the necessary studies for that project. We are willing to partner with IDOT and offer a compromise. The DMATS Policy Board would like to offer that we would be willing to enter into a Tnnsfer of Jurisdiction on Iowa 32 - Northwest Arterial when the Environmental Assessment for IA 32 - Southwest Arterial is completed and a full ftmding commitment has been made to that project by Iowa DOT. We believe that this would be an equitable solution for all the parties involved_ If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call. Thank you for your time and efforts. Sincerely, DMATS Policy Board Suite 330, Nesler Centre * P.O. Box 1140 · Dubuque. IA 52004-1140 * {319}556-4166 o Fax {319)556-0348 E-Mail: ecia@mwci.net Prepared by: Michael A. Koch, Public Works Director Address: 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001-4864 RESOLUTION NO. 329-01 RESOLUTION APPROVING PRECONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT NUMBER 99-4-095A WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RELATING TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF IOWA 32 FROM JOHN F. KENNEDY TO US 52 Whereas, the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) is proposing to construct Iowa 32 from John F. Kennedy Road to US 52; and Whereas, IDOT has prepared a preconstruction agreement outlining the terms under which the roadway would be extended; and Whereas, the City Council of the City of Dubuque approves the terms and conditions of said preconstruction agreement. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CiTY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That Iowa Department of Transportation Agreement 99-4-095A consisting of the preconstruction agreement providing for IDOT's construction of US 32, from John F. Kennedy Road to US 52. Section 2. That a separate and more detailed agreement will be proposed for transfer of jurisdiction of that portion of Iowa 32 from US 20 to the easterly City limits to the City of Dubuque upon completion of the Southwest Arterial environmental assessment and the commitment of funding for the construction of the Southwest Arterial, and the completion of the Northwest Arterial extension by IDOT. Section 3. That the Mayor be authorized and directed to execute two copies of the preconstruction agreement. Passed, approved and adopted this 16th of July, 2001. Attest: Terrance M. Duggan, Mayor Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Iowa Department of Transportation District 6 Office 430 Sixteenth Avenue SW P.O. Box 3150, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-3150 319-364-0235 FAX: 319-364-9614 April30,2001 Ret: STP-32-1(1,2)--2C-31 Dubuque County City ofDubuque Addendum99-4-095A Michael A. Koch, P.E. Public Works Director/City Engineer 50 West 13th Street Dubuque, IA 52001-4845 SUBJECT: Proposed Extension of Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Dear Mike: Attached are two (2) copies of an addendum to Preconstruction Agreement No. 99-4-095 between the City of Dubuque and the Iowa Department of Transportation for the above referenced project. The project involves construction of an extension to Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial). The addendum addresses the changes in the agreement to reflect the currem concept o£the project and to add special proxdsions. Please secure the necessary approvals and signatures of the appropriate city officials and remm both signed copies of the addendum to this office for further processing. An original of the fully executed addendum will be forwarded to the city after final signature by our department. If you have any questions concerning this addendum, please contact me at the above listed phone number. Very. truly yours, Richard E. Kautz, P.E. District Engineer P. Er/jh Attachment Staff Action No:. ADDENDUM TO PRECONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT No: 99-4-095 County Dubuque City Dubuque Project No. STP-32-1 (1.2)-2C-31 Iowa DOT Addendum No. 99-4-095A This Addendum, is entered into by and between the Iowa Department of Transportation, hereinafter designated the "DOT", the City of Dubuque, hereafter designated the "CITY" in accordance with 761 Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 150 and Iowa Code sections 28E. 12 and 306A.7; WITNESSETH; that WHEREAS, the DOT proposes to establish or improve an extension of the Northwest Arterial as a controlled access facility within Dubuque County, Iowa; and WHEREAS, the DOT and CITY are willing to jointly participate in said project, in the manner hereinafter provided; and WHEREAS, this Addendum reflects the current concept of this project which is subject to modification by the DOT; and NOW, TI-[EREFORE, IT IS AGREED as follows: The DOT will design, let and inspect construction of the following described project in accordance with the project plans and DOT standard specifications: A new extension of Iowa 32, also known as the Northwest Arterial, will be constructed beginning at the junction of existing Iowa 32/J.F.Kennedy Road (J.F.K. Road) and extending northeasterly to the CITY's north corporation line (see Exhibit "A" attached). The new paved roadway will be a four-lane divided facility with a raised median. Each pair of lanes will be approximately 7.2 meters in width with a 2 1.8-meter wide paved inside shoulder and a 3.0-meter wide granular outside shoulder. Special Provisions The CITY and DOT have previously entered into the following Agreements for the above referenced project: Agreement 98-I-178 for right of way acquisition was signed by the CITY and DOT on March 1 & 8, 1999 respectively. Agreement 99-4-095 for construction of the above referenced project was signed by the CITY and DOT on July 5 and 17, 2000 respectively. As a result in a change in policy by the Iowa Transportation Commission concerning the furore alignment of the Southwest Arterial, it is now clear that the Southwest and Northwest Arterials will not be contiguous. Therefore, it appears that the Northwest Arterial will not carry a primary road designation in the future. The following terms and conditions shall apply to the future status of the existing and proposed Northwest Arterial segments: The DOT agrees to complete that portion of the Northwest Arterial which is described in Section 1 herein on the condition that the CITY will accept that portion of said roadway which is located within CITY jurisdiction into the CITY street system (ownership). The CITY also agrees to accept responsibility for all future maintenance operations associated therewith, all at no future expense or obligation to the DOT. The CITY also agrees to accept that portion of the existing Northwest Arterial from U.S. 20 to J.F.K. Road into the CITY street system (ownership). The roadway will be placed in a state of good repair by the DOT prior to said transfer being made. The CITY shall also accept responsibility for all future maintenance operations associated with this segment of the Northwest Arterial, ail at no additional future expense or obligation to the DOT. Sections 3A & 3B above will be contingent on the following condition being met for development of the Southwest Arterial from combined U.S. 61/151 northwesterly to U.S. 20: Transfer of the Northwest Arterial, as described, shall occur upon completion of the Southwest Arterial environmental assessment (by the DOT) and the commitment of rand'rog for conslruction of said Southwest Arterial by the Iowa Transportation Commission or completion of the Northwest Arterial as described in Section 1 herein (including paving and erosion control), whichever is later. o o o Subsequent to execution of this Addendum, the DOT and CITY will enter into a separate agreement for the jurisdictional transfer of the Northwest Arterial. The terms of said transfer will be addressed in said agreement. Miscellaneous Provisions Previously executed Agreements 98-1-178 and 99-4-095 (see section 2 herein) will remain in full force and effect except as revised herein. If any section, provision, or part of this Addendum shall be found to be invalid or unconstitutional, such judgment shall not affect the validity of the Addendum as a whole or any section, provision, or part thereof not found to be invalid or unconstitutional, except to the extent that the original intent of the Addendum cannot be fulfilled. It is the intent of all parties that no third party beneficiaries be created by this Addendum. This Addendum may be executed in two counterparts, each of which so executed will be deemed to be an original. Any Subsequent change or modification to the terms of this Addendum will be in the form of a duly executed amendment to this document. 4 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the parties hereto has executed Addendum No. 99-4-095A as of the date shown opposite its signature below. CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA By: Date ,2000. Title: Mayor was duly authorized to execute the same on the Signed City Clerk of Dubuque, Iowa. day of , certify that I am the Clerk of the CITY, and that _ who signed said Agreemem for and on behalf of the CITY ,2000. IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: By: Date ,2000. Richard E. Kautz District Engineer District 6. Staff Action No: ADDENDUM TO PRECONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT No: 99-4-095 County Dubuque City Dubuque Project No. STP-32-1 (1, 2)-2C-31 Iowa DOT Addendum No. 99-4-095A This Addendum, is entered into by and between the Iowa Department of Transportation, hereinafter designated the "DOT", the City of Dubuque, hereafter designated the "CITY" in accordance with 761 Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 150 and Iowa Code sections 28E.12 and 306A.7; WITNESSETH; that WHEREAS, the DOT proposes to establish or improve an extension of the Northwest Arterial as a controlled access facility within Dubuque County, Iowa; and WHEREAS, the DOT and CITY are willing to jointly participate in said project, in the manner hereinafter provided; and WHEREAS, this Addendum reflects the current concept of this project which is subject to modification by the DOT; and NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED as follows: 1. The DOT will design, let and inspect construction of the following described project in accordance with the project plans and DOT standard specifications: A new extension of Iowa 32, also known as the Northwest Arterial, will be constructed beginning at the junction of existing Iowa 32/J.F.Kennedy Road (J.F.K. Road) and extending northeasterly to the CITY's north corporation line (see Exhibit "A" attached). The new paved roadway will be a four-lane divided facility with a raised median. Each pair of lanes will be approximately 7.2 meters in width with a 1.8-meter wide paved inside shoulder and a 3.0-meter wide granular outside shoulder. Special Provisions The CITY and DOT have previously entered into the following Agreements for the above referenced project: Agreement 98-1-178 for right of way acquisition was signed by the CITY and DOT on March 1 & 8, 1999 respectively. Agreement 99-4-095 for construction of the above referenced project was signed by the CITY and DOT on July 5 and 17, 2000 respectively. As a result in a change in policy by the Iowa Transportation Commission concerning the future alignment of the Southwest Arterial, it is now- clear that hhe Southwest and Northwest Arterials will not be contiguous. Therefore, it appears that the Northwest Arterial will not carry a primary r~)ad designation in the future. The following terms and Conditions shall apply to the future status of the existing and proposed Northwest Arterial segments: The DOT agrees to complete that portion of the Northwest Arterial which is described in Section 1 herein on the condition that the CITY will accept that portion of said roadway which is located within CITY jurisdiction into the CITY street system (ownership). The CITY also agrees to accept responsibility for all future maintenance operations associated therewith, all at no future expense or obligation to the DOT. The CITY also agrees to accept that portion of the existing Northwest Arterial from U.S. 20 to J.F.K. Road into the CITY street system (ownership). The roadway will be placed in a state of good repair by the DOT prior to said transfer being made. The CITY shall also accept responsibility for all future maintenance operations associated with this segment of the Northwest Arterial, all at no additional furore expense or obligation to the DOT. Sections 3A & 3B above will be contingent on the following condition being met for development of the Southwest Arterial from combined U.S. 61/151 northwesterly to U.S. 20: Transfer of the Northwest Arterial, as described, shall occur upon completion of the Southwest Arterial environmental assessment (by the DOT) and the commitment of funding for construction of said Southwest Arterial by the Iowa Transportation Commission or completion of the Northwest Arterial as described in Section 1 herein (including paving and erosion control), whichever is later. o 3 Subsequent to execution of this Addendum, the DOT and CITY will enter into a separate agreement for the jurisdictional transfer of the Northwest Arterial. The terms of said transfer will be addressed in said agreement. Miscellaneous Provisions Previously executed Agreements 98-1-178 and 99-4-095 (see section 2 herein) will remain in full force and effect except as revised herein. If any section, provision, or part of this Addendum shall be found to be invalid or unconstitutional, such judgment shall not affect the validity of the Addendum as a whole or any section, provision, or part thereof not found to be invalid or unconstitutional, except to the extent that the original intent of the Addendum cannot be fulfilled. It is the intent of all parties that no third party beneficiaries be created by this Addendum. Tiffs Addendum may be executed in two counterparts, each of which so executed will be deemed to be an original. Any subsequent change or modification to the terms of this Addendum will be in the form of a duly executed amendment to this document. 4 1N WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the parties hereto has executed Addendum No. 994-095A as of the date shown opposite its signature below. CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA By: Date ,2000. Title: Mayor was duly authorized to execute the same on the Signed City Clerk of Dubuque, Iowa. , certify that I am the Clerk of the CITY, and that _ , who signed said Agreement for and on behalf of the CITY day of ,2000. IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: By:. Date ,2000. Richard E. Kautz District Engineer District 6. CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA MEMORANDUM June 18, 2001 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager IDOT Preconstruction Agreement - Northwest Arterial Extension, John F. Kennedy Road to US 52 Iowa Department of Transportation District Engineer Dick Kautz has submitted for City Council consideration the attached Preconstruction Agreement for the Northwest Arterial. This agreement is based on the premise that, since IDOT's planned alignment for the Southwest Arterial is not contiguous with the Northwest Arterial, IDOT does not view the Northwest Arterial as carrying a primary road designation in future years. The agreement provides for IDOT to build a four-lane divided facility currently as an extension of Iowa 32, from John F. Kennedy Road to U.S. 52. It then is the intent of IDOT to transfer jurisdiction of this roadway and the existing Northwest Arterial from Highway 20 to John F. Kennedy Road to the City. The transfer would occur only after the completion of the Southwest Arterial environmental assessment and the commitment of funding for construction of the Southwest Arterial and the completion of the Northwest Arterial Extension. MCVM/jh Attachment cc: Barry Lindahl, Corporation Counsel Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager Michael A. Koch, Public Works Director TO: FROM: SUBJECT: CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA MEMORANDUM June 18, 2001 Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager Michael A. Koch, Public Works Director ~,~/~'~ I DOT Preconstruction Agreement - Northwest Arterial Extension, John F. Kennedy Road to US 52 INTRODUCTION Enclosed is a proposed agreement between the City of Dubuque and the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) relating to the construction of Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) from John F. Kennedy Road to US 52. DISCUSSION This agreement is based on the premise that, since IDOT's planned alignment for the Southwest Arterial is not contiguous with the Northwest Arterial, IDOT does not view the Northwest Arterial as carrying a primary road designation in future years. The agreement provides for IDOT to build a four-lane divided facility currently as an extension of Iowa 32, from John F. Kennedy Road to US 52. Following completion of the roadway construction and other details to be worked out later, it is the intent of IDOT to transfer jurisdiction of what is now Iowa 32, from US 20 to the easterly City limits to the City of Dubuque. The actual transfer agreement would be by a separate document outlining the actions IDOT must complete prior to the transfer actually taking place. The transfer will occur only after the completion of the Southwest Arterial environmental assessment and the commitment of funding for the construction of the Southwest Arterial and the completion of the Northwest Arterial extension by IDOT. Future maintenance of that portion of the Northwest Arterial would then become the responsibility of the City's Operations & Maintenance Department. RECOMMENDATION IDOT is requesting approval of the proposed agreement for the construction of the extension of the Northwest Arterial to US 32. ACTION TO BE TAKEN If the agreement is acceptable to the Council, the City Council should adopt the attached resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute two (2) copies of the preconstruction agreement. MAK:vjd cc: Don Vogt, Operations & Maintenance Michael Felderman, Engineering