To: Board of Supervisors
From: John Kopchik, Director, Conservation and Development
Report Title: Park Dedication Fee Fund Authorization for the Iron Horse Corridor San Ramon Double Tracking Study
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
AUTHORIZE the Auditor-Controller to release $500,000 from certain Park Dedication/Park Impact Fund Accounts to the Public Works Department to help fund the Iron Horse Corridor San Ramon Double Tracking Study, as recommended by the Conservation and Development Director.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Impact to the General Fund. The Park Dedication/Park Impact fees proposed for this purpose originated from projects in the vicinity of the proposed study. The total cost of the studies is anticipated to exceed $1,250,000 and county staff is in the process of applying for planning grants to assist in the funding of the studies.
BACKGROUND:
Proposed Improvements
The Iron Horse Corridor San Ramon Double Tracking Study will consist of conceptual designs, preliminary cost estimates, and environmental studies required to construct separate wheeled (bicycle, e-bike, scooter) and pedestrian pathways in the Iron Horse Corridor (IHC) in the City of San Ramon from the county line to Forstoria Way. The studies will include:
* Existing Conditions Analysis
* Delineation of utility easement and pipelines containing hazardous materials.
* Phase II Environmental Site Assessment and estimate regarding the testing, removal, handling and disposal of lead-arsenate contaminated soils in the IHC.
* Conceptual Design
* Identification of new recreational amenities and park features to provide shade, water, and restrooms.
* Landscaping options for improved community greening, fire-resistance, irrigation, climate change adaptation, and compatibility with existing underground utilities.
* Irrigation plan and potential integration of recycled water where feasible.
* Safety features for pedestrian and wheele...
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