TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Public Works |
Aaron Bert |
425-556-2786 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Public Works |
Mike Paul |
Senior Engineer (Consultant) |
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Public Works |
Steve Gibbs |
Construction Supervisor |
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Public Works |
Jon Spangler |
Engineering Manager |
TITLE:
title
Approval of the Redmond Technology Station Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge Operation and Maintenance Agreement with Microsoft
recommendation
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
This agreement between the City of Redmond and Microsoft outlines responsibilities for ownership, maintenance, and funding for the Redmond Technology Station (RTS) Pedestrian Bridge. Under this agreement Microsoft will reimburse the City of Redmond for operation/maintenance/repair/replacement costs related to certain enhanced features of the bridge including the canopy fabric, landscaping, irrigation, planters, a portion of the drainage system, and other elements. The agreement takes effect when Microsoft conveys the bridge to the City of Redmond, which is expected in early 2024.
☐ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☐ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☒ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
N/A
• Required:
Revised Code of Washington 39.80 and City Purchasing Policies and Procedures requires Council authorization for the Mayor to sign the contract.
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
The maintenance costs????
OUTCOMES:
This pedestrian/bicycle bridge will improve mobility, safety, and accessibility in the Overlake neighborhood by providing a new east-west trail connection across SR 520 for pedestrians and bicyclists to access the light rail stations, SR520 bike trail, and other destinations. The Operations and Maintenance Agreement provides for Microsoft to reimburse the City for expenses incurred for the operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement costs of certain elements of the bridge.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
N/A
• Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
N/A
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
CIP
Other - Microsoft /City of Redmond Construction Agreement
Budget Priority:
CIP
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
N/A
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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7/5/2023 |
Committee of the Whole - Planning and Public Works |
Provide Direction |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
None proposed at this time |
N/A |
Time Constraints:
This agreement needs to be in place before the completed bridge is conveyed from Microsoft to the City of Redmond.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
The City of Redmond will not be reimbursed for Microsoft’s share of the operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement costs for the bridge.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Redmond Technology Station Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge Operation and Maintenance Agreement