2008 Public Works cip projects
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Capital improvement projects are defined as “non-recurring major projects.” In general, these projects include building improvements costing $100,000 or more or any public infrastructure improvements costing $10,000 or more.
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Improvements to 96th Avenue and Highway 2 intersection
Description: This project will widen 96th Avenue from the O’Brian Canal to Eagle Creek Parkway, widen and reconstruct the railroad crossing gates, and reconstruct and upgrade the traffic signal at Highway 2. Two years ago, a left-turn lane was built on 96th Avenue for westbound traffic, which has greatly improved the traffic flow. The current project is proposed to last up to two years.
Purpose: To improve the safety of the intersection and the railroad crossing, which is at the same grade, or elevation, as the road.
Status: The land acquisition process is complete. Demolition of structures on the south side of 96th Avenue is complete, and demolition of buildings on the north side will be completed this spring.
Improvements to 88th Avenue and Highway 2 intersection
Description: This project will re-align 88th Avenue to the south to better intersect with Highway 2.
Purpose: To improve the safety of the intersection.
Status: The construction contract has been awarded. Final approval by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is pending, at which time construction will begin.
Highway 2 and 74th Avenue drainage
Description: This project will add a storm sewer system to the pump station on the west side of Highway 2 at 74th Avenue. This system will tie into one that the county is installing on the west side of the railroad tracks. Upon completion of the project, the pump station will be removed.
Purpose: To complete the drainage system from the west side of the railroad tracks. This project would also serve as a long-term solution to ongoing maintenance of the pond and pump station.
Status: Under design and awaiting agreements with utilities for relocation of their facilities. Construction is proposed to begin this spring.
Fairfax Park improvements
Description: This project will improve drainage facilities within the park, replace and upgrade the irrigation, and provide other site improvements.
Purpose: Improvement of drainage into and out of the park. Associated with this are improvements to the irrigation system which are needed to replace the existing and outdated system.
Status: Under design.
Railroad crossing replacement program
Description: This program will purchase concrete material for railroad crossings that are in need of repair or replacement.
Purpose: According to Public Utilities Commission rules adopted in April 2006, materials for railroad crossing replacements are to be purchased by the roadway authority, which is Commerce City in this instance. The railroad company is to install the crossing. Funds in this program are readily available, ensuring prompt replacement of crossings. Immediate repairs help ensure vehicular safety at railroad crossings.
Status: Ongoing as needed.
Shamrock Foods intersection improvements
Description: This project will combine improvements to the intersection of East 52nd Avenue and Ivy Street with roadway widening and construction of curb, gutter and sidewalk along the Shamrock Foods property. The intersection will continue to operate as it does now, with through movement on eastbound East 52nd Avenue to southbound Ivy Street. A larger radius will be constructed and westbound E. 52nd Avenue will be re-aligned.
Purpose: This intersection has significant truck traffic from both Shamrock Foods and UPS. Re-aligning the intersection will improve safety and visibility for all vehicles.
Status: Construction is being coordinated with the Shamrock Foods; however, due to design-related issues with Xcel Energy, construction has been postponed until later this year.
Comprehensive transportation plan
Description: Develop a citywide transportation plan that encompasses cars, trucks, bicycles and mass transit.
Purpose: The city lacks a comprehensive, citywide transportation plan, although several plans address specific sections such as the northern area, Highway 85 and Quebec Street. A comprehensive plan will provide citywide guidelines in a single document.
Status: A request for proposals has been issued to selected consultants.
Concrete flatwork
Description: Remove and replace damaged concrete flatwork throughout the city, including elements such as curb, gutter, sidewalk, inlets and cross-pans.
Purpose: City Council is committed to long-term maintenance of the city’s infrastructure. This project addresses that commitment.
Status: Locations are being evaluated.
Control point replacement
Description: This project will replace and re-survey the city’s control points.
Purpose: This project was completed in 1999; however, many of the points are located in intersections and have been moved or modified by construction projects. Control points are required so that surveys and subdivision plats are all on the same basis of bearing and are using the same control points. This ensures project accuracy.
Status: Control point locations are being evaluated.
Traffic Operations Center upgrades
Description: Install a stand-alone air conditioning system in the Traffic Operations Center.
Purpose: The Traffic Operations Center is used to monitor traffic, and the equipment needs to be kept cool or it will overheat. The existing air conditioning does not cool the equipment over an extended period of time, so the operation must be shut down after each use. Constant shut-down and rebooting wears on the computer equipment and reduces its life. With plans to monitor traffic at key intersections throughout the city, a stand-alone air conditioner is needed to allow continual operation of the traffic monitoring system.