DEPARTMENT: Transportation & Capital Improvements
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Mike Frisbie, P.E.
COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: Council Districts 4, 8, and 10
SUBJECT: Traffic Signal Intersection Improvements
SUMMARY:
An ordinance authorizing a construction contract for the FY 2018 Traffic Signal Installation Package A, a FY 2018 General Fund funded project, in the amount of $711,414.60 and authorizing payment to E-Z Bel Construction, LLC, to construct three traffic signals, located in Council Districts 4, 8, and 10.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Traffic signals improve the efficiency and safety of vehicular and pedestrian traffic at an intersection and provide for the orderly movement of vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians. New traffic signal projects also include construction of sidewalks and curb ramps when necessary ensuring pedestrian signals are accessible to all users of the transportation system. In general, the following metrics are reviewed when determining if a signal is an appropriate traffic control device:
* Traffic volumes approaching the intersection
* Crash history and contributing factors
* Land use characteristics such school crossings
* Proximity of nearby signals
* Approach speeds and sight distance
* Intersection configuration and design
If the signal is warranted and recommended for installation based on the above mentioned metrics, funds will be requested through the annual capital project budget process. Typically, the installation of a traffic signal takes approximately 18-months to complete the survey, design, environmental review, utility coordination and relocation, bidding, and construction. Traffic signals are also sometimes installed as part of new development.
Procurement of Services
This project was advertised for construction bids on April 18, 2018 in the San Antonio Hart Beat, the City of San Antonio Bidding and Contracting Opportunities website, Texas Electronic State Business Daily, and on TVSA, The City's Government a...
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