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Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Contract for Engineering Services with LJA Engineering, Inc. for the Greater Round Rock West Drainage Assessment - Proposed Conditions Project.
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The City previously entered into an Engineering Services Contract with LJA Engineering, Inc. for providing a drainage assessment of the Greater Round Rock West Neighborhood Area. This area has a history of local drainage issues and flooding as identified by residents, property owners, and City staff. The scope of services for the original contract included identifying and quantifying local flooding and determining the level of service provided by the existing drainage infrastructure.
Local flooding is the term given to areas where flooding occurs due to issues with neighborhood drainage systems or the lack thereof. Creek flooding is commonly associated with the 100-year flood plain area. Local drainage systems often include pipes, curb inlets, roadside ditches, etc. These systems convey stormwater runoff to the creeks. Some of these neighborhoods were established prior to or under older engineering criteria. Flooding occurs when runoff overloads the drainage infrastructure and flows into the streets and low-lying areas inundating yards, homes and businesses. These issues can create traffic hazards and can cause property damage. Localized flooding can result from even minor storms.
This contract is for developing practicable solutions to the previously identified problem areas. LJA Engineering, Inc. will analyze the data from the inundation maps and propose a few solutions on how to reduce the effects of local flooding. The Utilities and Environmental Services Department would like to execute a Professional Services Agreement with LJA Engineering, Inc. for this assessment. The department is optimistic that many of these drainage issues will be resolved through creative solutions and value engineering.
Cost: $136,833.75
Source of Funds: 2014 Drainag...
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