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 used for the removal of and protection from harmful excess water. This proposition also provides for the acquisition of lands and rights of way necessary for such purposes.
Proposition 3: Parks, Recreation & Open Space Improvements | 79 Projects | $187,313,000
Funds from this proposition will be used to acquire, construct, improve, equip and renovate various park, recreation and open space venues. This proposition also provides for park additions and for the acquisition of lands and rights of way necessary for such purposes.
Proposition 4: Library & Cultural Facilities Improvements | 13 Projects | $24,025,000
Funds from this proposition will be used to acquire, construct, improve, equip and renovate libraries, cultural facilities or other facilities. This proposition also provides for acquisition of lands and rights of way necessary for such purposes.
Proposition 5: Public Safety Facilities Improvements | 5 Projects | $34,411,000
Funds from this proposition will be used to acquire, construct, improve, equip and renovate public safety facilities to include fire, police, emergency medical services (EMS) and other facilities promoting the health, safety and welfare of the City’s residents. This proposition also provides for acquisition of lands and rights of way necessary for such purposes.
Proposition 6: Neighborhood Improvements | Numerous Projects | $20,000,000
Funds from this proposition will be used to acquire properties within 12 identified Neighborhood Improvement Areas; improve and dispose of acquired property to facilitate private sector development of single-family, multi-family or mixed-use projects; for the purpose of eliminating or preventing the spread of slum or blight conditions, consistent with the City’s 2017 Urban Renewal Plan as adopted by City Council on February 2, 2017.
ISSUE:
This ordinance authorizes 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.
During the May 31, 2017 City Council “B” Session, TCI provided a briefing on the 2017 - 2022 Bond Program including the delivery of the 180 projects listed in the six propositions.
ALTERNATIVES:
Should the appropriations not be approved, staff cannot proceed with the delivery of the 180 projects under the six propositions in the 2017 - 2022 Bond Program approved by voters on May 6, 2017.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This ordinance authorizes the appropriation of funds for the 180 projects listed under the six propositions in the 2017 - 2022 Bond Program totaling $850 Million and amends the FY 2017- FY 2022 Capital Improvements Program to include all projects approved as part of the Bond Program. The list of projects and appropriations are reflected in the attached document. TCI provided a briefing on the 2017 - 2022 Bond Program including the delivery of the 180 projects listed in the six propositions during a “B” Session briefing on May 31, 2017.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of an ordinance authorizing the appropriation of funds for delivery of the 180 projects listed under the six propositions in the 2017 - 2022 Bond Program totaling $850 Million.