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RESOLUTION NO. 9,952
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 1998
TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM.
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WHEREAS, the recommended 1998 TIP Submittal was prepared and prioritized by the
Department of Public Works; and
WH EREAS, five projects are included in this year's submission; and
WHEREAS, the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEAS) Funding
process requires a competitive analysis of all projects submitted within the identified urbanized
boundaries; and
WHEREAS, a total of approximately $6.9 million projects will be selected during this
process; and
WHEREAS, ifLittle Rock is successful in competing for 50% of the available funds, a total
match of $690,000 will be required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1. The City Manager is authorized to approve the 1998 Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) for the recommended projects.
ADOPTED: April 1, 1997
ATTEST:^ APPROVED: \,1
ROBBIE HANCOCK J DAILEY
CITY CLERK YOR
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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THOMAS M. CARPE ER
CITY ATTORNEY
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1998 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
University Avenue
West 12ie Street to West 19'" Street
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This project consists of improvements which would approach completion of the corridor
reconstruction of University Avenue from Park Plaza to Asher Avenue. The north and
south ends of this corridor reconstruction are already in the design phases. This project
would include widening from existing 4 or 5 lanes to a 6 lane cross section, traffic and
signalization improvements, and signalization studies for the entire corridor. The
approximate cost of the project is estimated to be $2,100,000.
Bowman Road
Hermitage to Kanis Road
This project consists of improvements from the existing 2 lane no curb and gutter cross
section to standard 5 lane cross section and sidewalk. Also included is the intersection of
Kanis and Bowman Road, consisting of minor drainage structures, curb and gutter and
signalization. Improvements will include adequate drainage structures to accommodate
minor flooding of Bowman Road and related retaining walls. The approximate cost of the
project is estimated to be $1,900,000.
Downtown Congestion
Mitigation
This project will address congestion problems in downtown Little Rock as well as traffic
re- routing due to expansion of the Statehouse Convention Center. The project will
consist of widening Scott Street from Markham to Yd Street and replacing signalization
control equipment in the downtown central business district as well as the central
computer system. This equipment will allow for significantly improved progression
throughout the entire downtown thereby reducing vehicle delay. The approximate cost of
the project is estimated to be $2,500,000.
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Department of City Hall -Room 108 501- 371 -4770 / Fax 501- 371 -6832
Parks and Recreation 500 West Markham
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 -1495
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Pedestrian and Bikeway Link for River Parks
Construction of Jimerson Creek Pedestrian and Bikeway Bridge will be
complete in Spring 1997, and the City of Little Rock will continue building
bikeways to the east and west of it simultaneously. In order to obtain vital
segments of the link between Pinnacle Mountain and downtown Little
Rock, it is proposed to focus on a study and ultimate acquisition of
properties between Riverfront Drive and Riverfront Park. Due to proximity
to rail, the potential exists to create multi -modal transfer with bikes and
commutes.
Cost Estimate: $150,000
0 Rebsamen Resource Center
Continuing to strengthen the bikeway river corridor link between
Pinnacle Mountain and downtown Little Rock, this proposal includes
renovation and modification of an existing residence with parking to
accommodate bike rental and storage. It is conceived that one can ride
his /her bike to this facility, store it and ride the bus into downtown for
work. Alternatively, one can rent a bike to access destinations towards
Pinnacle Mountain.
Cost Estimate: $230,000