SUBJECT:
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A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Erie Approving an Agreement for Professional Services with IronStride Solutions, PC for Consulting Services
Department
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
Presenter
PRESENTER(S): David Pasic, Public Works Director
John Firouzi, Transportation Manager
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Time
TIME ESTIMATE: 0 minutes
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Fiscal
FISCAL SUMMARY:
Cost as Recommended: $129,954
Balance Available: $348,600
Fund General Fund
Line Item Number: 100-70-425-560100-000000
New Appropriation Required: No
Policy
POLICY ISSUES:
The Streetlight Standards Development project will touch on multiple policy issues that govern planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance of streetlights in the Town of Erie. The policies would be applicable to both Xcel Energy and United Power service areas.
1) Council Adopted Plans - Review and align expectations associated with utility provider agreements, environmental objectives, budgetary assignments, and service expectations associated with streetlight assets.
2) Municipal Code - Review ordinances governing "dark sky" and environmental lighting requirements to support safety. Create a uniform lighting level tailored to specific land-use and roadway classifications.
3) Engineering Standards - Update specifications for streetlighting including utility feed, light placement, spacing, aerial height, materials, and operability to support long-term service needs.
4) Unified Development Code (UDC) - Establish parameters for land development projects adding streetlight assets and utilities. Define requirements for dedication of assets to the Town upon meeting Town infrastructure standards.
Recommendation
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Resolution
Body
SUMMARY/KEY POINTS
* Stakeholder Input:
o The process includes both internal and external stakeholder input; the project team includes technical specialists that ar...
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