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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDTS-09-162 - Referral of Infrastructure Capital Projects to the 2010-2019 Capital Forecast - DTS - RevisedJ I~r~rci`~,~~R Devefvpment & Technical Services REPORT TO: Councillor B. Vrbanovic, Chair, and Members of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee DATE OF MEETING: October 26, 2009 SUBMITTED BY: Jeff Wllmer, General Manager, Development and Technical Services PREPARED BY: C. Hoeger, Financial Assistant, Development and Technical Services WARD(S) INVOLVED: All DATE OF REPORT: October 21, 2009 REPORT NO.: DTS-09-162 SUBJECT: REFERRAL OF INFRASTRUCTURE CAPITAL PROJECTS TO THE 2010-2019 CAPITAL FORECAST -DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNICAL SERVICES RECOMMENDATION: That the infrastructure capital projects and programs listed in Table 1 of this recommendation, be included in the 2010-2019 capital forecast for consideration by the Finance and Corporate Services Committee as part of the 2010 budget deliberations; and That $20,000 for the Fire Department Accreditation Program every five years starting 2011, and $1,040,000 for the costs for new self contained breathing apparatus, be included in the 2010- 2019 capital forecast for consideration by the Finance and Corporate Services Committee as part of the 2010 budget deliberations. Table 1 - 2009 Capital Infrastructure Project Funding Request ALPINE -HOMER WATSON WALKWAY RES-FEDGAS 126 EDGEHILL /BAXTER STORM OUTLET C/C 100 FREDERICK ST -EAST TO BRUCE FREDERICK ST -EAST TO BRUCE C/C ENT-SAN 218 534 LIMERICK DR DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS C/C 150 OTTO ST - FREDERICK TO END RES-FEDGAS 581 25 STRASBURG RD WALKWAY-CEDARHILL RES-FEDGAS 90 WARDS POND &STRASBURG CREEK C/C 1100 WOOLWICH ST - BRIDGE ST TO WAT'LOO WOOLWICH ST - BRIDGE ST TO WAT' LOO ENT-WAT RES-FEDGAS 14 200 167 40 INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM NAME FUND 2010. 2011 2012 2013. .2014 20.15 CHARLES & BENTON GARAGE MONITORING C/C 33 35 CIVIC DISTRICT GARAGE MONITORING C/C 35 CIVIC DISTRICT PARKING GARAGE CIVIC DISTRICT PARKING GARAGE ENT-DEB OTHER 2195 11500 DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM C/C 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 HURON RD WATERMAIN - EAST OF FISCH ER-HA LLMA N DC 362 HURON RD WATERMAIN - WEST OF FISCHER-HALLMAN DC 757 OVERLAND DR -BRIDGE REHABILITATION RES-FEDGAS 726 PROJECT MANAGEMENT INITIATIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT INITIATIVE PROJECT MANAGEMENT INITIATIVE DC ENT-SAN ENT-WAT 30 30 30 SHIRK PLACE BRIDGE REHABILITATION RES-FEDGAS 250 SOUTHWEST KITCHEN ER TRANSPORTATION STUDY DC 153 STIRLING AVE BRIDGE REHABILITATION AT G.E.X.R OVERPASS C/C 400 STORM WATER MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE PROGRAM C/C 205 211 216 221 226 231 236 241 245 SWM POND RETROFIT PROGRAM C/C 1100 1130 1159 1187 1215 SWM UTILITY IMPLEMENTATION PLAN C/C 80 SUMP PUMP CONNECTIONS ENT-SAN 180 184 187 191 195 199 203 207 211 215 TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN DC 366 SCHNEIDER CREEK BRIDGE (AT WABANAKI RES-FEDGAS 380 WATERCOURSE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM C/C 625 681 736 789 840 BACKGROUND: Any new capital projects with budgets in excess of $50,000 are referred to the City's ten-year capital forecast by a resolution of Council. They are then evaluated during the budget approval process against all other project priorities and funding constraints. REPORT: This report provides information and recommendations with respect to new project priorities for the Development and Technical Services Department. The recommendations are not listed in any order of priority. Accelerated Infrastructure Replacement Program In 2004, the Accelerated Infrastructure Replacement Program (AIRP) was initiated to ensure that the City of Kitchener's right-of-way infrastructure is in a position of physical and financial sustainability. The goal of the AIRP is to ensure that there are adequate resources available to replace the City's infrastructure in a proactive, well-planned and timely manner. A critical element is to ensure that water and sewer rates are charged to City residents that are at a level that is sufficient to fund the activities that will support the required rate of renewal of the infrastructure. AIRP represents a progressive and ongoing approach towards ensuring the long-term sustainability of the City's infrastructure. The program attempts to achieve the replacement of linear infrastructure that is greater than 80 years old by 2032. This requires an annual replacement rate of 8.67 kilometres. Funding is now included for 2019 and includes other cash flow adjustments over the course of the ten-year capital budget in order for the City to maintain its commitment to the replacement of older infrastructure in a timely fashion. Annual Infrastructure Capital Programs Annual, ongoing programs are intended to study, rehabilitate, or replace City infrastructure such as roads, sewers, and watermains. Two examples are road resurfacing program and the bridge rehabilitation program. The City's 10-year capital forecast allocates funds to each annual program including a projected rate of inflation from the previous year's funding level. New Infrastructure capital programs added to the 2010-2019 capital forecast or have changed due to cash flow adjustments are listed in Table 1 of this report. For details about these projects please refer to Appendix "A" - 2010 Project Capital Project Scope Documents for detailed descriptions of each of the above mentioned projects. New Infrastructure Capital Proiects Infrastructure capital projects added to the 2010-2019 capital forecast or have changed due to cash flow adjustments are listed in Table 1 of this report. For details about these projects please refer to Appendix "A" - 2010 Project Capital Project Scope Documents for detailed descriptions of each of the above mentioned projects. Development Charges Proiects The 2009 Development Charges Background Study identifies several growth-related capital projects which will be included in the current ten-year capital forecast. Refer to the approved Development Charges Background Study for more detailed information about individual projects. Where new project costs have been identified in the Development Charges Background Study for 2009, but were not previously budgeted in the 2009-2018 capital forecast, they will be incorporated in the 2010-2019 capital forecast. It should be noted that the timing of the Huron Road Watermain Extension Projects, Southwest Kitchener Transportation Study and 2010 Transportation Master Plan have been adjusted to reflect the relative priority in the approved Kitchener Growth Management Plan. Staff will review the proposed timing of DC-funded projects against the cash flow projections within the DC Reserve Fund and will report the findings of this review, along with recommendations, to Council as part of the capital budget presentation on November 23, 2009. Fire Department Accreditation Program In 2004 the City of Kitchener Fire Department entered into the Commission for Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) program and in 2006 successfully achieving accreditation. For the City of Kitchener Fire Department to maintain this accreditation, CFAI requires a re- accreditation process to be completed every 5 years. This is due in early 2011 and the City of Kitchener Fire Department is currently increasing our human resources to complete the requirements. There has never been a budget assigned for the fire department accreditation program and costs such as the peer review site visit, program costs and the presentation to the CFAI board have to be covered off by other budget line items. The fire department is proposing to establish a new Capital account of $20,000 every five (5) years, starting in 2011, to cover the costs of re-accreditation. The $20,000 funding in 2011 will be re-assigned from current capital funds, $10,000 from Fire Computer Maintenance and $10,000 from Opticom. In 2016, reassign funding of $10,000 from Fire computer Maintenance and $10,000 from Fire Equipment /Halls. Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Since the upgrade of the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) in 2005, the City of Kitchener Fire Department has managed to obtain 12 years out of the current SCBA's. Maintenance issues have been experienced with some of the upgraded items and the Fire Department continues to work with the supplier to rectify the issues. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) revised their SCBA standards in 2007 and another future revision is projected for 2011. A future upgrade of existing equipment is not advised and the Fire Department is seeking to replace all SCBA units in 2010. Discussions have taken place with both Cambridge and Waterloo Fire Departments and they are also looking at replacements within the same time frame. 100 SCBA's, 300 bottles (a three to one ratio on bottles) and 200 individual face pieces (each fire fighter has their own, plus several spare units for health and safety reasons) are required at an estimated cost of $1.04M. There is currently $104,103 existing funding that is allocated for this expenditure. It is recommended that $1,000,000 that was forecasted to the Major fleet Capital account be re- allocated to the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Capital account for the future purchase of breathing apparatus in the fire department. There is no increase in capital contributions from operating FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: If supported, the capital projects proposed in this report will be referred to capital budget deliberations. They will then be evaluated against all other capital projects and funding constraints within the ten-year forecast. ACKNOWLEDGED BY: Jeff Wllmer, General Manager, Development and Technical Services Appendix "A" - 2010 Project Capital Project Scope Documents I KI~c:I tf-.ei-.Ii Location: Limits: Project Length: PROJECT SCOPE REPORT Alpine-Homer Watson Walkway Alpine to Homer Watson 175 metres Project Category: f~ ffr ,~ ~ ~., `t_- ~s r.~ ~~v ~ Full Reconstruction ~ New Construction ~ ~ r";l ~ ;$~ ' {' ~"® r r , _ Ufa ~ Surface Reconstruction ~ Road Widening ~i f ` ~ ~ Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction ~ Stormwater Infrastructure ; ~ . , ' ~ J ~~, ~ ~~ ' ~ `~, Remediation . ~•=•~ ~<~ J -~~ ~ ' ~ Watermain Reconstruction ` ~~~ ~ `~ ~ •'`~ ,~'` ~ ;,~f~~~ j~^ ~ Regional Full Reconstruction t~, f,~ ~. ~ ~. ~,,> ~ ,^ ~~. ` ~ .. ,, ~ Storm Sewer Reconstruction ~ Other ~~A >~ ~ `~~ ~~.S •~ ~~ 'r Nature of Work: Site Map Construct a public walkway between Alpine Rd and Homer Watson Boulevard. In order for this project to move forward, land must be acquired from #10, #20, & #30 Alpine Court - a process in work in the last half of 2009. This project will be cost-shared 50/50 with the Region. Justification of Work: Currently, some pedestrians take a short cut through private lands or are required to walk a significant distance on an indirect route to move between these two points. Construction of this walkway will facilitate ease of pedestrian movement, ensure public safety by providing proper pedestrian infrastructure, eliminate pedestrians trespassing on private property, and enhance access to Family And Children's Services located on nearby Hansen Avenue. Notes: This project has been newly added in order to provide a pedestrian link between the Kingswood Drive residential area and Family And Children's Services' main office on Hansen Avenue. This link will has been requested by F&CS, and will be 50°k cost shared by the Region Of Waterloo. Additionally this pedestrian link will provide improved pedestrian access from this area to St. Mary's High School. Location: Edgehill-Baxter Storm Sewer Outlet Limits: Edgehill Dr to End of Storm pipe Project 130 metres Length: Project Category: ~ Full Reconstruction ~ New Construction 0 Surface Reconstruction ~ Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction 0 Watermain Reconstruction ~ Storm Sewer Reconstruction Nature of Work: ~ Road Widening Stormwater Infrastructure Remediation ~ Regional Full Reconstruction ~ Other In order to mitigate the risk of failure of the remaining pipe, both pipes will be replaced with a single concrete pipe outlet approximately 2000mm. in diameter. Future: Single 125m of 2000mm dia pipe. Justification of Work: Site Map The purpose of this project is to replace this failing storm sewer outlet. This outlet was originally a twin 1000mm diameter storm sewer, one pipe under City stewardship, and one Regional. In 2008, the City pipe failed due to erosion and decay of the metal pipe. As an interim measure, the city system was re-routed into the Regional outlet upstream of the failure. The Regional pipe is showing signs of wearing as well. Notes: In 2008, a portion of this major storm sewer outlet has failed. Although an interim by-pass solution has been implemented, this solution is neither optimal nor intended as long-term. This project has been newly added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast in order to construct a permanent fix to this situation. I r ~ ~ Location Limits: Project Length: Frederick St PROJECT SCOPE REPORT Bruce to East 719 metres Project Category: ~ Full Reconstruction ~ New Construction 0 Surface Reconstruction ~ Road Widening ~ Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction ~ Stormwater Infrastructure 0 Watermain Reconstruction Remediation R i l F ll R t ti eg ona u econs ruc on ~ Storm Sewer Reconstruction ~ Other Nature of Work: Full reconstruction of storm & sanitary sewer, road, and sidewalk. Justification of Work: Regional road reconstruction. Notes: This timing of this project has been has been adjusted by the Region Of Waterloo affecting cost, and refined cost estimates have improved current cost projections. Location: Limerick Dr Drainage Improvements Limits: 131 Limerick to End of Greensview Project 125 metres Length: Project Category: ~ Full Reconstruction ~ Surface Reconstruction 0 Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Watermain Reconstruction 0 Storm Sewer Reconstruction ~ New Construction ~ Road Widening Stormwater Infrastructure Remediation ~ Regional Full Reconstruction ~ Other Nature of Work: Site Map The proposed solution will regrade portions of the road, and add storm sewers, with outlet structure and drainage channel to drain stormwater to the Grand River. Justification of Work: The purpose of this project is to relieve overland flooding problems that occur on Limerick Dr. and Greensview PI. during periods of heavy runoff. The roads currently are built to a rural cross-section without curbs or storm sewers. Notes: This project has been added to the Capital forecast in order to address overland stormwater flooding issues that exist in the Limerick Dr./Greensview Dr. area. I r ~ ~ ~ll~.c :l Ii-.\ 1-.~ Location Limits: Project Length: PROJECT SCOPE REPORT Otto St Frederick to End 133 metres Project Category: ~ Full Reconstruction ~ New Construction Surface Reconstruction ~ Road Widening 0 Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction ~ Stormwater Infrastructure 0 Watermain Reconstruction Remediation \ ~ Regional Full Reconstruction 0 Storm Sewer Reconstruction ~ Other Nature of Work: Site Map The work includes the installation of new curb and gutter, replacement of the asphalt roadway and the installation of new sidewalk. Additional elements to be reviewed d uring the design include streetscaping features such as improved lighting, landscaping, sidewalk links/crossings to/from points of interest (new garage, Centre in the Square, The Kitchener Public Library), and public art. Justification of Work: The main purpose of the project to replace deteriorated surface infrastructure. Akey driver of the project is to reconfigure the parking areas along Otto for additional capacity. Notes: This project has had cost estimate increased due to unexpected scope changes in this project associated with the new parking garage/library project, and the evolving urban design plan for the Civic District of the downtown. Location: Strasburg-Cedarhill Walkway Limits: Strasburg to Cedarhill Project 120 metres Length: Project Category: ~ Full Reconstruction 0 Surface Reconstruction 0 Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Watermain Reconstruction 0 Storm Sewer Reconstruction Nature of Work: New Construction ~ Road Widening ~ Stormwater Infrastructure Remediation ~ Regional Full Reconstruction ~ Other The purpose of this project is to construct a public pedestrian walkway between Strasburg Road and Cedarhill Crescent. Justification of Work: Site Map Currently, some pedestrians take a short cut through private lands or are required to walk a significant distance on an indirect route to move between these two points. Construction of this walkway will facilitate ease of pedestrian movement, ensure public safety by providing proper pedestrian infrastructure, and eliminate pedestrians trespassing on private property. Notes: This project has been newly added in anticipation of the construction of a new pedestrian link between the Cedarhill Drive residential area and the commercial plaza on Strasburg Road, as requested by local residents. This project has been delayed due to a private land dispute, however that is expected to be resolved within the foreseeable future, permitting the City to proceed with construction. %, FLIT a'~F.e.R i PROJECT SCOPE REPORT ~ Location: Wards Pond and Strasburg Creek ~N~ _ Limits: ~ ~~ Project o~~ '~'""~"~~a ~J~ "'" o~P u Length: ~,5~~ ~~, Project Cate or ] 9 Y ST z ~ Full Reconstruction ~ New Construction ~ a P m ~ Surface Reconstruction ~ Road Widening ~'~, 0 Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction ~ Stormwater Infrastructure ~ ~ ~ ~ t ~f~ 0 Watermain Reconstruction Remediation Rix u z ~ ~ ~ ~ Regional Full Reconstruction ~ Q a `~,, NEA~~ppp0ft 0 Storm Sewer Reconstruction O h ~, ~ a, t er Nature of Work: Site Map This work involves the removal of the dams at Wards and Brigadoon ponds; and the ecological restoration of these ponds and adjacent portions of Strasburg creek. These measures will eliminate the ri sk of future dam failure and provide a number of environmental benefits. Justification of Work: In 2003, a significant storm washed out the dam at Brigadoon pond. Seepage was also observed at the Wards pond dam, suggesting the potential of another embankment failure. In response, the City undertook an Environmental Assessment (EA) in 2005 to develop and assess remediation alternatives, including the retention or removal of one or both ponds. Notes: This project's cost estimate has been revised upward due to scope and design refinements. Location: Limits: Project Length: Project Category: Woolwich St Bridge to Waterloo Boundary 147 metres ~ Full Reconstruction Surface Reconstruction 0 Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction Watermain Reconstruction 0 Storm Sewer Reconstruction ~ New Construction ~ Road Widening ~ Stormwater Infrastructure Remediation ~ Regional Full Reconstruction ~ Other 0 ~N~,S `~T ~~Xi^~s~caES 1K~R~54 ~sfii yL ~ WooLIM1~CH ST / ~C ~4i14~4A 6 ~ ¢s, 9s ~ „sue y: ~"~~~ HAWKSW~OOR ¢~ h ~i~GA ~yr d~ g ~~V \~~~~ "Yd. ~ b~ o s~ ~~~~ , ~~Ew~ ~ oNy~5~ \ ~~ ~2 ~ P~F {C~ sr "~.: `_ . ~ ,.. Nature of Work: ~~:n~ Site Map The work includes the replacement or installation of curbs and gutters, and asphalt roadway. Sidewalk is incomplete on the west side of the roadway. As per Council policy, new sidewalks will be installed on the west side, however, there may be some property restrictions due to an inconsistent Right of Way. Project may involve some additional storm sewers and storm relocation to accommodate the installation of curb and gutter. Justification of Work: The project is being completed to replace deteriorated surface infrastructure. Notes: This project's cost estimate has been revised upward due to a scope change; Utilities require replacement of a Watermain as part of the road reconstruction. 1 -~ Program Name: Charles and Benton Garage Monitoring Program Location: Charles and Benton Nature Of Work: A structural review. The first structural monitoring program will commence in 2015 and will be repeated every three years thereafter. Justification of Work: A structural monitoring program is conducted every three years to ensure the structural integrity of the garage, to identify any maintenance requirements and to establish a budget and time frame to complete any repairs or maintenance. Notes: This program has been newly added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast to follow-up with the new construction of the Charles and Benton Garage. Program Name: Civic District Garage Structural Monitoring Location: Nature Of Work: A structural review. The first structural monitoring program will commence in 2017 and will be repeated every three years thereafter. Justification of Work: A structural monitoring program is conducted every three years to ensure the structural integrity of the garage, to identify any maintenance requirements and to establish a budget and time frame to complete any repairs or maintenance. Notes: This program has been newly added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast to follow-up with the new construction of the Civic District Garage 1 ~~-~ Krr.t:l i~-~;€~:1~ Program Name: Civic District Parking Garage Location: Nature Of Work: Construction of a new parking garage. Justification of Work: The Civic District structure will accomodate a portion of the parking requirements for the new Provincial Courthouse, the expansion of the City of Kitchener Public Library Main Branch, and additional parking for Regional Head Quarters. Notes: Since the construction of the Civic District structure will commence in the summer/fall of 2010, this project has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast. Program Name: Drainage Improvement Program Location: City-Wide at selected locations. Nature Of Work: (1) Identify scope of drainage problems to be resolved. (2) Develop design options for specific drainage improvements in any given year and prepare detailed design /cost estimate. (3) Prepare tender documents and construct solution as approved. Justification of Work: Utilizing the prioritized list from the Drainage Working Committee, complete drainage improvements in order to eliminate persistent flooding problems for residents and business owners. Generally, problems are caused by issues such as incorrect grading, inadequate or non-existent catch basins, or undersized storm sewers. This program will address a given number of locations across the city in a given year, the number dependent on the estimated costs to work at each location. Notes: This program has been newly added in order to address individual small stormwater surface flooding and drainage issues that have become more prevalent in the past several years in terms of frequency, severity, and public concern. 1 ~~-~ Krr.t:l i~-~;€~:1~ Program Name: Huron Rd Watermain -East of Fischer-Hallman Location: Fischer Hallman Rd. to 350m east of Plains Rd. Nature Of Work: Installation of a new Watermain connection. Justification of Work: The City requires the connection of the existing 300mm diameter Watermain between Fischer Hallman Rd. and approximately 350m east of Plains Rd. Approximately 1000m. Notes: Project timing has been modified from the original forecast as listed in the 2009 Development Charges Background Study. Program Name: Huron Rd Watermain -West of Fischer-Hallman Location: Trussler Rd. to Fischer Hallman Rd. Nature Of Work: Upgraded Watermain installation. Justification of Work: Estimate need for Watermain upsizing for Huron Road, Trussler Rd. to Fischer Hallman Rd. (approximately 2100m). Notes: Project timing has been modified from the original forecast as listed in the 2009 Development Charges Background Study. 1 ~~-~ Krr.t:l i~-~;€~:1~ Program Name: Overland Dr Bridge Rehabilitiation Location: Overland Dr Nature Of Work: The project will include the removal and replacement of deteriorated concrete and reinforcing steel, replacement of the waterproofing membrane and replacement of the wearing surface (asphalt). The project will require the provision of temporary access to commercial properties at the end of Overland Drive (Overland Drive is a dead end street) either using a temporary bridge or providing a new access. Work is expected to commence summer 2010 and be complete by fall 2010. Justification of Work: The Overland Bridge located on Overland Drive crossing the Schneider Creek has been identified as requiring significant rehabilitation. Previous bridge evaluation studies (Muirtec, 2001) recommended various rehabilitation work for the Overland Bridge consisting of major repairs to the concrete deck. Notes: This project has been changed within the 10-Year Capital Forecast due to updated project cost estimates recommended in the 2008 Bridge Inspection Report. Program Name: Project Management Initiative - 2010 Location: N/A Nature Of Work: As part of the continuing development and refinement of the City Engineering Services Division's project management practices, methodologies and processes will be implemented in accordance with Project Management Institute (PMI) best practices. This is an international organization generally recognized as determining good practices in the Project Management field. Justification of Work: The four business process groups to be reviewed are: • Planning Process Group; • Executing Process Group; • Controlling and Monitoring Process Group; and • Closing Process Group. Within this framework, review and implementation of processes and practices will be developed and implemented. Notes: This program has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast based on improving service delivery within Engineering Services. 1 ~~-~ Krr.t:l i~-~;€~:1~ Program Name: Shirk PI Bridge Rehabilitation Location: Shirk PI Nature Of Work: Recent bridge evaluation studies (TSH, 2008) recommended various rehabilitation work for the Shirk PI Bridge consisting of major repairs: 1. Repair crack. 2. Repair girder ends and convert to semi integral abutment details, replace abutment bearings, parapet walls and railings, and asphalt wearing surface, repair gabion basket embankments. Justification of Work: Shirk PI Bridge located on Shirk PI has been identified as requiring significant rehabilitation. Notes: This project has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast due to remediation timelines recommended in the 2008 Bridge Inspection Report. Program Name: Southwest Kitchener Transportation Study 2010 Location: Southwest area of the City Nature Of Work: The Southwest Kitchener Transportation Study will form the basis of a Community Plan for the westside lands. Justification of Work: A Transportation Study for lands in the southwest area of the City will be undertaken to help define the collector road network and the integration of roads, transit, TDM, cycling, walking and the Regional arterial road network. It will provide connections between developments for the westside lands. Notes: Project timing has been modified from the original forecast as listed in the 2009 Development Charges Background Study. 1 ~~-~ Krr.t:l i~-~;€~:1~ Program Name: Stirling Av Bridge Rehabilitation (G.E.X.R Overpass) Location: Stirling Av Nature Of Work: Recent bridge evaluation studies (TSH, 2008) recommended various rehabilitation work for the Stirling Av Bridge consisting of major repairs: 1. Patch repairs to soffit of box girders. 2. Replace sealants. 3. Replace missing handwell cover. 4. Repair cracks in asphalt. 5. Convert to semi-integral abutment details, replace sidewalks, parapet walls, and railings, asphalt wearing surface, patch repairs to deck soffit, repair bagged cement slope protection on southwest of bridge. Justification of Work: Stirling Av Bridge located on Stirling Av has been identified as requiring significant rehabilitation. Notes: This project has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast due to remediation timelines recommended in the 2008 Bridge Inspection Report. Program Name: Stormwater Management Maintenance Program Location: City-Wide Nature Of Work: The purpose of the Stormwater Management Maintenance Program is to address existing condition deficiencies in the City's stormwater management ponds, based on the Stormwater Audit and its inspection program. Justification of Work: Currently, there 106 stormwater management ponds in the city, some of them dating back to the early 1980's in their original construction. Many of the appurtenances that make up each of these ponds have experienced damage and natural wearing, and require maintenance. Such appurtenances would include inlet and outlet structures, fencing, etc. Additionally, each pond will naturally experience sedimentation build-up within it from the stormwater that it stores. Over the years, this sediment will grow to reach a substantial volume, and requires regularly scheduled, periodic removal in the 5 to 10 year timeframe, depending on the design and characteristics of each facility. If not removed, given enough time, the pond's functionality will be seriously compromised. Notes: This program has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast to address a proposed service level increase. 1 ~~-~ Krr.t:l i~-~;€~:1~ Program Name: Stormwater Management Pond New & Retrofit Program Location: City-Wide at selected locations. Nature Of Work: (1) Identify SWM ponds to be retrofitted, and determine if MOE Class EA is required to be conducted. (2) Develop design options for specific ponds to be improved in any given year and prepare detailed design /cost estimate. (3) Prepare tender documents and construct retrofit solution as approved. Justification of Work: The purpose of this program is twofold:1) Construct new stormwater management facilities where they are required. This would be in existing urbanized areas of the city where stormwater storage and treatment is currently not being performed. Installing these facilities will both relieve quantity pressures on the storm sewer network that continue to increase as urban densification continues to increase. It will also allow for an improvement in stormwater quality where no treatment is currently being performed.2) Retrofitting stormwater management ponds involves converting the facilities that are currently designed to retain water for only quantity control to a facility that will both control water quantity and improve water quality. This is done by reconfiguring the existing pond, and adding additional sections to the pond that will function to improve the water quality. Notes: This program has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast to address a proposed service level increase. Program Name: Stormwater Utility Implementation Location: City-Wide Nature Of Work: If a tiered flat rate is approved, staff would like to move forward with the implementation so that the program will be incorporated for the 2011 budget. During the implementation phase a more detailed financial analysis will be completed along with establishing the necessary system changes and policies to support the stormwater rate structure. Staff continue to review and prioritize needs within the stormwater management program for both operating and capital budget requirements to support the stormwater management programming needs. Justification of Work: Funding Review Study collaboratively with the City of Waterloo as part of the Shared Services Initiative. The purpose for undertaking the Stormwater Management Program and Funding Review is to identify the City's current level of service, compare this to the legislated requirements and guidelines, develop a suggested level of service and investigate and an evaluation of the appropriate funding mechanisms to support these needs. However, a more detailed financial analysis needs to be completed along with establishing the necessary system changes and policies to support the stormwater rate structure. An internal committee related to the stormwater infrastructure be established made up of staff from finance, operations and engineering. Staff continue to review and prioritize needs within the stormwater management program, as endorsed and approved by Council in April 2007. Budget issues papers are prepared for Council's consideration for the 2010 fiscal year, with recommended funding allocations for both operating and capital budget requirements to support the stormwater management programming needs. Staff will complete a detailed financial analysis in order to further analyze the implications and benefits of a stormwater rate structure prior to implementation. Notes: This program has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast to address a proposed service level increase. 1 ~~-~ Krr.t:l i~-~;€~:1~ Program Name: Sump Pump Connections Location: Nature Of Work: The installation of a 100mm dia pipe storm connection to each property that applies, from the storm sewer to the property line. Justification of Work: In 1980 a by-law was passed in which the City would no longer accept rainwater from residential weeping the into the sanitary sewer system. This necessitated sump pump connections in the development of new homes. However, problems occurred with these sump pump systems. Council later approved a grant system for the installation of new storm connections to connect to existing sump pump systems. It was only until 1989, new subdivisions were required to install proper sump pump and storm connections, and therefore homes built between 1980 and 1990 still require storm connection upgrades. Notes: In 2008 there were several emmergencies that requried new sump pump systems as well as storm connections in the Trailwood area and began to put strain on its funding. Additionally, there was approximately a 30°k increase in storm connection applications in 2009. Program Name: Transportation Master Plan 2010 Location: City-Wide Nature Of Work: This is a major transportation study. The Transportation Master Plan is an integral component of the Official Plan and will define the direction of transportation improvements and priorities over the next 5 year period. Justification of Work: The City's first Transportation Master Plan will be undertaken to help define the transportation network and the integration of roads, transit, TDM, cycling, walking and parking in the development and redevelopment of the City. It will help to define priorities for infrastructure improvements and be supportive of land use planning and zoning. It will also provide integration and be supportive of the Regional Transportation Master Plan. Notes: Project timing has been modified from the original forecast as listed in the 2009 Development Charges Background Study. 1 ~~-~ Krr.t:l i~-~;€~:1~ Program Name: Wabanaki Dr Bridge Rehabilitation Location: Wabanaki Dr Nature Of Work: Recent bridge evaluation studies (TSH, 2008) recommended various rehabilitation work for the Wabanaki Dr Bridge consisting of major repairs: 1. Patch potholes by northeast expansion joint. 2. Convert to semi integral abutment details, remove sidewalks (there are no sidewalks on either approach), replace parapet walls and railings, and asphalt wearing surface. Justification of Work: Wabanaki Dr Bridge located on Wabanaki Dr crossing the Schneider Creek has been identified as requiring significant rehabilitation. Notes: This project has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast due to remediation timelines recommended in the 2008 Bridge Inspection Report. Program Name: Water Course Improvement Program Location: City-Wide at selected locations. Nature Of Work: (1) Identify water courses to be improved, and determine if MOE Class EA is required to be conducted. (2) Develop design options for specific water courses to be improved in any given year and prepare detailed design /cost estimate. (3) Prepare tender documents and construct solution as approved. Justification of Work: The purpose of the Watercourse Improvement Program is to incorporate physical improvements to selected watercourses in the city as recommended by the City's storm water audit. Watercourses in Kitchener act as trunk storm sewers in many cases, draining large urbanized areas and as a result, these watercourses must transfer significant volumes of water during periods of heavy storm water runoff. This results in two issues: (1) the channels are more prone to erosion, damage, and sedimentation than they otherwise may if in a natural, rural state. (2) The necessity for each channel to function efficiently and as intended in order to facilitate modern urban drainage. Reference should be made to the annual audit reports for water course priority, improvement costs and associated risks. Notes: This program has been added to the 10-Year Capital Forecast to address a proposed service level increase.