Title
Approval of Interagency Agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) for 3D Modeling and Visualization Services
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign an Interagency Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for 3D Modeling and Visualization Services.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the Interagency Agreement with WSDOT for 3D modeling and visualization services.
Staff Contact:
Randy Wesselman, Transportation Engineering and Planning Manager, Public Works Transportation, 360.753.8447
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar item.
Background and Analysis:
Council has asked staff to present several options for extending Log Cabin Road from Boulevard Road SE to Wiggins Road. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has the tools and resources to create renderings that help non-technical people visualize a future project. Staff will be able to present visual images of the options to Council. They will be able to evaluate each option considering the aesthetic and functional ramifications along with the associated costs.
The Interagency Agreement will allow Staff to use WSDOT visualization services for future projects as well. The term of the Interagency Agreement is five years. However, the City and/or WSDOT may terminate the Agreement upon thirty (30) calendar days with prior written notification to the other Parties.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
N/A
Options:
* Approve the Interagency Agreement. Supporting visualization documents will be prepared to help Council and the public better understand each option.
* Decline the Agreement. Staff will need to research firms who can provide this service.
Financial Impact:
There is no cost to enter into the Interagency Agreement itself. The cost of individual project services will var...
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