DEPARTMENT: Transportation & Capital Improvements (TCI)
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Mike Frisbie, P.E.
COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: City-wide
SUBJECT:
2017 - 2022 Bond Program Appropriation of Funds
SUMMARY:
An ordinance authorizing the appropriation of funds over a five-year period for delivery of the 180 projects listed under the six propositions in the 2017 - 2022 Bond Program totaling $850 Million and amending the FY 2017- 2022 Capital Improvements Program to include all projects approved as part of the Bond Program.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
On May 6, 2017, voters approved the City's 2017 - 2022 Bond Program consisting of six propositions totaling $850 Million. The program includes 180 projects designed to construct, improve and enhance local streets, bridges, sidewalks, drainage facilities, parks, libraries, neighborhoods and other facilities. All areas of San Antonio will benefit from projects proposed in the bond program. Many projects address infrastructure needs in a specific area while several projects have a regional or city-wide benefit for all residents. The following provides a general description of the six Propositions in the Bond Program highlighting the number of projects in each and the total amount of Bond Funds:
Proposition 1: Streets, Bridges & Sidewalk Improvements | 64 Projects | $445,263,000
Funds from this proposition will be used to provide public improvements to streets, bridges, and sidewalks, as well as other improvements necessary including, but not limited to: bicycle lanes, landscaping, relocation of utilities, street lighting, related drainage, technology improvements and signage. This proposition also provides for the acquisition of lands and rights of way necessary for such purposes.
Proposition 2: Drainage & Flood Control Improvements | 19 Projects | $138,988,000
Funds from this proposition will be used to provide drainage and flood water improvements and facilities to be...
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