Hire engineering firm and accept $2.7 million in county funding for Marina Bay railroad overpass
In Plain English
The city plans to build an overpass so Marina Bay Parkway crosses over the railroad tracks instead of at street level. BKF Engineers will design the project for $2.7 million. Contra Costa County provides matching funding through Measure J transportation tax. If approved, the overpass eliminates train delays for drivers and improves safety.
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Votes
Adopt Joint Resolution No. 117-09 and 09-37 and City Council Resolution No. 118-09 authorizing execution of contract with BKF and Master Cooperative Agreement with Contra Costa Transportation Authority
5 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The city unanimously approved a $2.7 million contract with BKF Engineers to design an overpass that will carry Marina Bay Parkway over the railroad tracks. The project will eliminate traffic delays when trains cross the road and improve safety for drivers. Contra Costa County will provide matching funds through the Measure J transportation tax, reducing the city's costs. Two council members were absent, but all five present voted in favor of moving forward with the engineering design.
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