Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to Amend Landscape Maintenance Responsibilities for US 75 and Virginia and US 75 and Hwy 380
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Operational Excellence (2B: Balance Available Resources to Accommodate the Growth and Maintenance Needs of the City);
Enhance the Quality of Life on McKinney (5E: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements in the City of McKinney)
MEETING DATE: December 20, 2022
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
CONTACT: Steve Tilton, Assistant City Manager
Ryan Gillingham, Public Works Director
Eric Hopes, Environmental Services Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approve the Resolution
ITEM SUMMARY:
• This Resolution authorizes the City Manager to execute an agreement with TxDOT to amend landscape maintenance responsibilities for US 75 and Virginia and US 75 and Hwy 380
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• McKinney received the Governor’s Community Achievement Award from Keep Texas Beautiful and TxDOT in 2016 and again in 2021 which includes $600,000 in funding for landscape enhancements along state right-of ways.
• Awarded funds may only be used for landscape enhancements along state rights-of-ways. The City has identified areas along US 75 and Virginia and US 75 and Hwy 380 for landscape enhancements.
• TxDOT is responsible for the design and installation of initial landscaping and the City is accountable for maintenance, replacement, and irrigation.
• Funding agreement with TxDOT is not required, conversely an amended landscape maintenance agreement with TxDOT is required.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• Estimated $7,000 in annual maintenance costs to the City.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A