Title
Resolution of Endorsement of Round Seven SMART SCALE Projects
Purpose
The City of Hampton (the “City”) has identified two projects that potentially qualify for Virginia Department of Transportation (“VDOT”) consideration under the SMART SCALE Program. This program funds projects on a 100% Federal and State share basis. The two projects are:
1. Briarfield Road and Power Plant Parkway Improvements Project -proposes to install pedestrian improvements, upgrading intersection lighting, replace span wire signal supports with mast arm signals and roadway realignment; and
2. Pedestrian Bridge over Mercury Boulevard Project - proposes a pedestrian bridge structure between the intersections of Kilgore Avenue and Coliseum Drive to provide a dedicated crossing for pedestrians traveling across Mercury Boulevard and a continuous connection from the Coliseum area south of Mercury Boulevard to the commercial district located to the north.
Rec
Approve the Resolution.
Body
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Commonwealth Transportation Board construction allocation procedures, the City of Hampton (the “City") must provide a resolution of endorsement to the Virginia Department of Transportation (“VDOT”) to request VDOT to establish SMART SCALE projects in the City;
WHEREAS, the City has identified two projects that potentially qualify for VDOT funding consideration under the SMART SCALE Program:
1. Briarfield Road and Power Plant Parkway Improvements Project - proposes to install pedestrian improvements, upgrading intersection lighting, replace span wire signal supports with mast arm signals and roadway realignment; and
2. Pedestrian Bridge over Mercury Boulevard Project - proposes a pedestrian bridge structure between the intersections of Kilgore Avenue and Coliseum Drive to provide a dedicated crossing for pedestrians traveling across Mercury Boulevard and a continuous connection from the Coliseum area sout...
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