Agenda Index City of Vancouver

APPENDIX 1 - to City Services & Budgets Committee Report

submissions for ...

2002
Engineering
Basic Capital Budget

City of Vancouver
April 2002

ENGINEERING - SUMMARY

ENGINEERING - STREETS

ENGINEERING - STREETS

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Infrastructure PROJECT #: A-1a1

PROJECT TITLE: Repair of Deteriorated Non MRN Arterial Streets

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Funding of $2.515m is required to maintain the condition of the arterial streets in this category at the current level.

Account # 30004431 Order Group: CA3EA1AXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 2,515,000

Less Previously Approved $ 1,000,000
NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 1,515,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Infrastructure PROJECT #: A-1a2

PROJECT TITLE: Repair of Deteriorated MRN Arterial Streets

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Funds for the reconstruction of that portion of the Arterial street system included in the regional Major Road Network (MRN) are provided by TransLink. However, the City is required to improve MRN arterials with a pavement quality index (PQI) rating less than 5.5 before we can receive maintenance funding for these roads.

1. MRN roads with a PQI rating greater than 5.5
For 2001, funding from TransLink of $2m has been included for capital works on MRN streets with a PQI of 5.5 or more.

Once MRN roads with a PQI rating less than 5.5 are improved to a rating above 5.5, reconstruction funding for all MRN roadways will be provided by Translink. For 2002, it is proposed to divert $200,000 from the Aging Uncurbed Arterials category (A4b) for this upgrading. An example of a City funded MRN project planned for 2002 is the reconstruction of Hastings Street between Glen Drive and McLean Steet.

ACCOUNT #30004432 Order Group:CA3EA1AAX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 0

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 0

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Infrastructure PROJECT #: A-1b

PROJECT TITLE: Repair of Deteriorated Local Streets

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Reconstruction of improved local streets which have deteriorated due to poor soils, extensive utility cuts or heavier than normal traffic.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

The large number of local streets (i.e. non-arterial) which were improved in the 1960's and 1970's with concrete curb and asphalt pavement are generally well maintained with normal maintenance programs. However, this program is necessary to deal with the local streets which have deteriorated more rapidly than normal due to poor soils, extensive utility cuts or heavier than normal traffic and can no longer be economically maintained.

There are several areas in Vancouver where developments and streets have been constructed over old peat bogs. There are many blocks of previously improved streets in these areas which require reconstruction because they have sunken badly resulting in large sections which do not drain properly as well as providing poor driving surfaces. Also, during the repair of utility cuts there is the opportunity to improve adjacent sections of pavement or curb which are in poor condition and which should also be replaced. These blocks are expensive to construct and therefore only a few reconstructions of this type are built each year. Funding of $276,500 is sought for 2002, which will enable the completion of a number of blocks in this category during the course of the year. Approval of the 2002 budget will constitute approval to proceed with these improvements.

ACCOUNT # 30004434 Order Group: CA3EA1BXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 276,500

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 276,500

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Infrastructure PROJECT #: A - 1c

PROJECT TITLE: Major Maintenance of City Structures

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Portions of several expansion joints on the roadway of the Granville and Burrard bridge decks have deteriorated from repetitive traffic impact loading and need to be rebuilt. Some work has been done over the last four years and it is proposed to continue the rebuilding in 2002 at a cost of $20,000.

Account # 30004435 Order group : CA3EA1CXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $30,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Infrastructure PROJECT #: A-1e

PROJECT TITLE: Pavement and Materials Research

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
This category funds the cost of researching and implementing new paving and materials technologies and procedures. Funding is provided as appropriate, for consultants, testing services, staff and equipment.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

The objective of this program is to generate significant economic benefits to the City through the implementation of improved materials and technologies, and increased use of recycled materials.

ACCOUNT # 30004436 Order Group : CA3EA1EXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $60,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $60,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrians & Bikes PROJECT#: A-2a

PROJECT TITLE: New Sidewalks

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
City-wide program to construct sidewalks on arterial streets and pedestrian collector routes. This program also constructs sidewalks in residential areas as requested by petitions.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

The goals of the City's sidewalk construction program are to provide walks on:

In addition, sidewalks are provided in residential areas as requested by petition and around parks, schools and other exempt property as funding allows.

Construction of new sidewalks is being given high priority in accordance with Council's direction and CityPlan.The construction of additional walks has become more urgent with the recent implementation of designated wheelchair accessible transit routes. Also, the demand for a continuous sidewalk system has increased significantly with the rapid increase in use of power wheelchairs and scooters which allow seniors and persons with disabilities to travel longer distances. Development of this network supports transit use by improving pedestrian accessibility. Sidewalk construction also promotes pedestrian safety as temporary walks and paths are often soft and muddy during poor weather conditions, causing pedestrians to walk on the street.

ORDER # 30004437 Order Group: CA3EA2AXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 195,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 195,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrians & Bikes PROJECT #: A-2b

PROJECT TITLE: Sidewalk Reconstruction - Local Improvements
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Reconstruction of full blocks of badly deteriorated sidewalks and installation of trees under the Local Improvement Program.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

This program addresses the deterioration of our sidewalk infrastructure by replacing full block lengths of old, broken, and worn out sidewalks, with the costs shared equally between the City and property owners adjacent individual projects. This program assists pedestrians by replacing out of grade slabs, filleted trip locations and low spots where water pools. It was a new program in the 1987 to 1990 Capital Plan and it has been very well received. We have had many compliments about the positive impact sidewalk reconstruction has had on the commercial areas involved.

Funds are still required to deal with the remaining work, other sidewalks as they deteriorate, petition requests, and also poor condition sidewalk areas involving full City share (i.e. adjacent foreshore or parks).

ORDER # 30004438 Order Group ; CA3EA2BXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 555,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 555,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrians & Bikes PROJECT #: A-2c1

PROJECT TITLE: Sidewalk Reconstruction due to tree damage - Partial Blocks.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Reconstruction of partial block lengths of sidewalk damaged by trees.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

This program is in addition to our Local Improvement program for the reconstruction of full blocks of sidewalk. Much of the sidewalk repair work is due to heaving from tree roots. Additional funds for this program have been provided in the last few years due to the increase in the number of street trees, with the corresponding increase in sidewalk damage. Work carried out on this program in 2002 will focus on Commercial streets, and will use a new technique involving installation of root barriers to reduce the likelihood of damage to the sidewalk. These barriers will be installed in locations that have already suffered damage, as well as locations where they can help prevent heaving in the future. This is not a local improvement program and therefore is fully City funded.

It is hoped that the introduction of root barriers will limit increases in funding required by this program in the future.

ACCOUNT # 30004439 Order Group : CA3EA2CXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 500,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 500,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrians & Bikes PROJECT #: A-2c2

PROJECT TITLE: Sidewalk Reconstruction - Partial Blocks

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Reconstruction of partial block lengths of sidewalks in poor condition as identified by the annual street survey.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

In many areas, portions of the sidewalk are rebuilt by new residential developments along the block, leaving small sections of old broken walk. This program funds the replacement of these small sections. In addition, areas of settled sidewalk are replaced under this account, as well as poor condition sidewalk adjacent portions of sidewalk replaced as part of a major street project. This work is done in conjunction with the sidewalk adjustment maintenance account to renew complete blocks. This is not a local improvement program and therefore is fully City funded.

ACCOUNT # 30004439 Order Group: CA3EA2CXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 200,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 200,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrians PROJECT #: A-2d

PROJECT TITLE: Curb Ramp Program

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Construction of curb ramps at street and lane corners to provide level access to sidewalks

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

This program installs curb ramps at street and lane corners to provide level, uninterrupted access to the sidewalks. Primarily, this is done for persons with disabilities. However, the program also benefits many seniors who are using power scooters to maintain their mobility and independence, as well as people with strollers. This use has resulted in an increased demand for curb ramps at specific locations, as well as an increase in demand for provision of multiple ramps along destination routes to commercial areas, community centres, etc. This increased demand is being helped by contributions from Translink for work done on MRN streets.

The program primarily provides funds for the retrofitting of ramps in existing curbed corners. The priority for these installations is: provide ramps at the street corners near "accessible" bus stops, satisfy individual (and group) requests, upgrade existing ramps which do not meet current standards and provide ramps in conjunction with other work.

There are approximately 10,000 locations in the City which require ramps. This number will be reduced by approximately 350 during 2002.

Account # 30004440 Order Group : CA3EA2DXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 500,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $500,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrians & Bikes PROJECT #: A-2e

PROJECT TITLE: Vancouver Bicycle Network

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Improvements to cycling facilities and routes in Vancouver

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

The completion of Vancouver's bicycle network and other cycling improvements are integral components of the City of Vancouver Transportation Plan. Funds for the network were first approved by Council in 1991. To date, eighteen bikeways have been completed or are about to be completed as part of this network. Vancouver's new bikeways have been effective in encouraging more people to cycle, and development of the network should be continued to reflect the high priority of bicycling over other transport modes (1997 Transportation Plan).
Further expansion of the bicycle network is planned for 2002 with the finalization of the trial cycling facility on Pender Street, construction of the Georgia Street bike lanes connecting the Pender bike route with the cycling facility through the Stanley Park Causeway, construction of the Central Valley Trail along Grandview Highway North, and construction of the Inverness Bikeway connecting to the Knight Street Bridge. Designs and public consultation have started for bike lanes on Pacific Boulevard (in consultation with the Downtown Transportation Plan), a bikeway on Windsor Street, and a bikeway along Kent Avenue. Designs have started for cycling facilities along 16th Avenue from U.B.C. and along 10th Avenue. Funding for a False Creek Crossing study estimated at $100,00 can also be provided from this category.

Provincial government funding will be sought if the Provincial Cycling Network Program continues. If extra funding becomes available, other bicycle facilities could be implemented. These may include installing bicycle push buttons at existing signals, bike lanes along arterial streets, cost-shared bike rack program, and other bikeway developments.

Bicycle stencils are painted on the pavement at intersections with semi-actuated traffic signals so cyclists know where to position themselves to be detected by the underground detection loop. It is recommended that 20 locations be stencilled in 2002 at an approximate cost of $30,000. Approval of the 2002 Streets Capital Budget will constitute approval to proceed with these roadway stencils.

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 710,000

Less Previously Approved $ 710,000

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 0
2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrian & Bikes PROJECT #: A-2f

PROJECT TITLE: Beautification & Street Trees

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Beautification projects and Local Improvement street tree planting.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

This program funds beautification projects for installation of non-standard capital works within the street right-of-way and a new Local Improvement category for the planting of trees in commercial areas. Funding of $250,000 is requested for projects covered by this program that will arise during the course of 2002. The property owners share of beautification projects is typically two-thirds.

ACCOUNT # 30004442 Order Group: CA3EA2FXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $250,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 250,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrians & Bikes PROJECT #: A-2g

PROJECT TITLE: Pedestrian & Other Structures

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Construction and Major Maintenance of Overhead Pedestrian Bridges and other miscellaneous structures.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Construction of pedestrian or other small structures such as retaining walls is required on an on-going basis. Much of this work is related to maintenance and replacement of components. It is proposed that $50,000 be provided for this work in 2002. Approval of this submission will constitute approval to proceed with spending the funds.

Account # 30004443 Order Group: CA3EA2GXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 50,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMEN $ 50,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Pedestrians & Bikes PROJECT #: A-2h

PROJECT TITLE: Greenways

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Greenways - Publicways Projects.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

The Greenways Plan is a Council approved program which includes the development of
i City wide Greenways and Neighbourhood Greenways.

In 2002, it is proposed to upgrade the existing BC Parkway (Molson's/7-11 route) to a Greenway standard. Upgrades would depend upon user input, but could include improved connections, increased plantings, public art, improved lighting, and improved surfacing of the trails to better separate user groups. Additionally, it is expected that the City will contribute some funding towards the Central Valley Trail Greenway which is currently being designed by the Province in conjunction with the City. Public processes are also either underway or are starting shortly to develop Neighbourhood Greenways near Commercial and East 22nd Ave and the lane south of East 26th Avenue between Fleming Street and Perry Street. Neighbourhood Greenways will also respond to requests across the City, including those resulting from Community Visioning.

To continue development of the Greenways Plan total funding of $1,000,000 is requested for 2002.

Account # 30004444 Order Group: CA3EA2HXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $1,000,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $1,000,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Traffic Signals PROJECT #: A-3a1

PROJECT TITLE: New Pedestrian and Vehicular Signals

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

The City of Vancouver relies on a surface street network to handle its transportation needs. Therefore, pedestrian and traffic signals are significant traffic management elements in the safe movement of people and goods.

Detailed studies are undertaken each year to determine locations that require traffic signal controls. Users of the transportation system, including pedestrians, cyclists, transit vehicles, trucks and automobiles are considered in these studies.

There are ten new signals and four new special crosswalks budgeted for 2002: eight pedestrian signals with an average cost of $71,000 per location, two vehicular signals with an average cost of $77,000 per location, and four special crosswalks with an average cost of $35,500 per location.

        8 pedestrian signals @ $71,000 $568,000


Account #: 30004445 Order Group: CA3EA3AXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 864,000

Less Previously Approved $ 788,000

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 76,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Traffic Signals PROJECT #: A-3b1

PROJECT TITLE: Signal Construction-Modification of Existing Signals

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Pedestrian Indicators

In 1991 Council began a program to place pedestrian indicators at a number of existing traffic signals to improve visibility and safety. This modification program will continue in 2002.

Left-turn Arrows
This program is for the many requests that the City receives to install left-turn flashing arrows at existing signals. Left turn arrows which assist transit vehicles or reinforce designated truck routes are given priority for installation. A number of locations on the Major Road Network may be funded by Translink and it is anticipated that they will contribute $150,000 from their Transit Related Road Infrastructure Program (TRRIP) in 2002.

Audible Signals
Vancouver has been one of the leading cities in North America in terms of the provision of audible signals. The audible signal program provides for the retrofitting of audible signals to existing signals throughout the city. This provides essential information to the visually disabled community to allow safe crossing of an intersection. A trial is occurring to evaluate adding tactile components to an audible signal to assist those with sight and hearing loss. Current policy provides all new Pedestrian and Fully Activated signals with an audible signal.

Overhead Signs
There has been an increased need for enhancements to pedestrian facilities throughout the City. Overhead signs installed at pedestrian crossings will help to enhance the visibility and safety of existing crosswalks.

Tertiary Signal Heads
Since 1994, tertiary heads were installed at high accident intersections to improve visibility of signal displays. This improvement has achieved significant reduction of traffic collisions, at many intersections. The City, together with ICBC, will continue to install tertiary heads at high volume/high collision intersections in an effort to improve road safety. A number of locations will be cost shared with ICBC and it is expected they will contribute $60,000 towards this program. The program is budgeted at $100,000 for 2002 with the City portion being $40,000.

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2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Traffic Signals PROJECT #: A-3b2

PROJECT TITLE: Signal Construction-Modification of Existing Signals

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Minor Modifications

There are routine modifications required on the present signal system from time to time. Some examples are:
- minor modifications to hardware and software for the controllers and central control system
- modification of overhead signs
- adjustment of signal timings

- purchase of computer hardware and software to allow staff to better manage the existing signal system, utilize database software to inventory pedestrian and vehicle information, and to handle increasing requests from the public for traffic related data

Account #: 30004446,30004447,30004448
Order Group: CA3EA3BXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 375,000

Less Previously Approved $ 375,000

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 0

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Traffic Signals PROJECT #: A-3d1

PROJECT TITLE: Replacing Aging Signal Plant

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Some of the existing traffic signals were built in the early 1940's and the maintenance /repair costs (funded through operating budget) have been significantly higher than newer locations. With the proposed systematic renovation and replacement program, we can expect a reduction in the operating budget requirement as a reflection of reduction in repair costs. There are five components to this program:

1. Rebuild Traffic Signal Intersections $ 300,000

    Over 25% of all signalized intersections, or 40 locations, are 45 years or older. As part of an ongoing program, 3 or 4 intersections will be rebuilt in 2002 at a total cost of $300,000. This amount includes funding for a 12 month Engineering Assistant III position to assist with the designs and construction issues in 2002.

2. Replace Rusty Traffic Signal Poles $ 40,000

    There are over 3,500 traffic signal poles or transit poles with traffic signal equipment in the City. Many of these have suffered rust damage. As part an ongoing program, 7 traffic signal poles will be replaced in 2002 at an approximate cost of $6,000 per pole.

3. Underground/Overhead Spans $ 40,000

    To improve aesthetics, as well as to reduce repair costs associated with the overhead spans being damaged by transit vehicles and severe weather conditions; 2 to 3 intersections will have their overhead spans relocated to underground in 2002.

4. Upgrade Traffic Signal Heads and Backboards $ 10,000

    As a joint venture partner to improve traffic safety, ICBC is willing to cost share this program to upgrade the existing heads and/or replace the existing green backboards with yellow backboards, in order to improve visibility. At this time the contribution from ICBC in 2002 has not been determined.

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2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Traffic Signals PROJECT #: A-3d2

PROJECT TITLE: Replacing Aging Signal Plant

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

5. Conflict Monitors & Controller Rack Assemblies and Loop Amplifiers $ 130,000

    This equipment is reaching its design life. The functions that may be impacted include signal head operation, communication with the central computer, detection of pedestrians and vehicles, and monitoring of the lights for illegal or abnormal combinations called conflicts. This program is for the retrofitting of existing signalized intersections with new communication equipment.

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 355,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 355,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Transit & Safety PROJECT #: A-4a1

PROJECT TITLE: Pacific St/Blvd Public Realm Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

The process of developing an overall streetscape design for Pacific St/Blvd (Burrard to Nelson) is expected to start in January 2002 and be complete by September 2002. The study will recommend changes to Pacific in the form of modified crosswalks, changes to traffic controls, and construction of pedestrian and bus bulges. These modifications are estimated to cost approximately $200,000. The alterations will be prioritized and construction should commence in the Fall of 2002. Cost sharing would be pursued with Concord Pacific (developer of False Creek North) and/or TransLink (for any bus bulges or other transit improvements).

Account # 30004451 Order Group : CA3EA4AXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 200,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 200,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Transit & Safety PROJECT #: A-4a2

PROJECT TITLE: Geometric Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

This submission proposes a number of geometric changes on Downtown or Arterial streets.

To increase the safety of pedestrians, and improve the North East entrance to the Downtown Area, reconstruction and realignment of the north curb on Powell at the diversion with Cordova is proposed in conjunction with landscaping improvements scheduled on the median at the Powell/Cordova Diversion. The curb changes will reduce the crossing distance for pedestrians and will provide an opportunity to rationalize and landscape some unused road space. Some Federal Government funding is expected for the median improvement. The cost of this additional work is estimated at $150,000.

Account # 30004451 Order Group : CA3EA4AXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 300,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 300,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Transit & Safety PROJECT #: A-4a3

PROJECT TITLE: Arterial Safety Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

In order to deal with high volumes of traffic short-cutting along Lamey's Mill Road to access Granville Island, a comprehensive neighbourhood traffic calming plan is being developed with False Creek residents and Granville Island merchants. This plan includes a new signal and associated road works at the Anderson/Lamey's Mill Road intersection, pedestrian improvements from 6th to Granville Island and traffic calming measures on Lamey's Mill Road. A budget allocation of $300,000 from the 2002 capital plan is required to supplement the existing capital allocation of $179,000. Traffic calming costs will be funded from Local Area capital funds. Granville Island will contribute $250,000.

Account # 30004451 Order Group : CA3EA4AXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $300,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $300,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM:Transit & Safety PROJECT #: A-4b

PROJECT TITLE: Aging Uncurbed Arterials

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Construction of pavement and curbs and planting trees on aging unimproved arterial and secondary arterial streets.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS
The 1997 City of Vancouver Transportation Plan identifies several secondary arterial roads which currently carry relatively low volumes and pass through a predominantly residential area. The Plan suggests that these streets may be reclassified from secondary arterial to "collector". Further, the Plan directs that traffic calming measures be applied to those secondary arterials reclassified to "collectors". We have started a program of introducing traffic calming on these "collector" streets. The first, pilot project is Blenheim Street from 16th Avenue to SW Marine Drive. In 2002, we anticipate installing trial traffic calming measures for a period of time for the neighbourhood to evaluate their effectiveness. A budget of $75,000 is estimated. In 2002, staff will report to Council on the neighborhood consultation and seek approval of this trial traffic calming project. Following resolution of the traffic calming issues, the final project is intended to include the curbing and paving of Blenheim.

Also for 2002, it is intended to use $200,000 from this program to fund the improvement of MRN roadways with a PQI rating less than 5.5.

Account # 30004452 Order Group: CA3EA4BXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 275,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 275,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Transit & Safety PROJECT #: A-4d

PROJECT TITLE: Bus Slabs and Landings

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Roadway and boulevard improvements at Bus Stops.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

This program allows for improvement to the surface condition in bus stop areas. This involves special work such as repairing deteriorated pavement at bus stops.

There is an ongoing problem with roadway failure in the vicinity of heavily used bus zones. This program repairs these areas by removing the asphalt pavement and replacing it with a more rut resistant asphalt mix. The cost for this work has risen at those locations where the longer "b line" buses are used, as the amount of asphalt, curb and sidewalk work is increased significantly. The funding request for 2002 is $160,000.

There has been an increased need for improvements of bus stops due to the expansion of routes with wheelchair accessible buses, and to promote transit ridership. Filler walks or concrete slabs are being installed at the pedestrian landing areas to allow more efficient access. A significant number of locations remain to complete this program. All new bus stops will have concrete landing areas where appropriate, and existing stop locations are reviewed regularly for improvements. For 2002, it is intended that funding for this work be provided from the new private sector bus shelter program.

Account # 30004453 Order Group: CA3EA4DAX1

PROJECT FUNDING


PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 160,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 160,000 2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Transit & Safety PROJECT #: A-4e

PROJECT TITLE: Property Fund

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Advance funding for property acquisitions.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

This program is a rotating fund that provides funding for transit/safety related projects in advance of the actual construction. Properties which become available on potential road improved sites can be purchased at a time which is least disruptive to the property owner and thus reduce acquisition costs. The fund is reimbursed by individual street projects that require property, and also by the sale of residual property. Additional funds are required for the program to be fully effective as a rotating fund. For 2002 funding of $240,000 is proposed.

Account # 30004454 Order Group: CA3EA4EXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $240,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 240,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Local Area & Other PROJECT #: A-5a

PROJECT TITLE: Local Area Traffic Plans & Other Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Neighbourhood traffic calming plans and other local street improvements.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

In addition, there are many minor street improvements required which are not covered under the major budget categories. These improvements include changes due to rezoning and redevelopment, intersection modifications, drainage improvements, and street changes for new traffic signals.

Vancouver's Transportation Plan identifies pedestrians as having the highest priority in the transportation system and recommends that specific measures, including curb bulges, be implemented to address this priority. Curb bulges are an effective means of improving pedestrian crossing conditions and are strongly supported by Police School Patrol officers to increase the safety of children going to school. The intent of this project is to install pedestrian curb bulges at high priority locations identified with the help of the School Traffic Working Group (consisting of School Board, Police and Engineering staff). It is proposed that $125,000 be budgeted to install curb bulges at the highest priority locations in 2002.

For 2002 it is anticipated this category will require overall funding of $600,000.

Account# 30004455 Order Group: CA3EA5AXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 600,000

Less Previously Approved $ 150,000

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 450,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM:Local Area & Other Improvements PROJECT #: A-5b

PROJECT TITLE: Higher Zoned Streets - Local Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Paving and curbing streets and planting street trees adjacent industrial, commercial and multiple dwelling areas.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Paving and curbing of higher-zoned streets is done by local improvement, either by Petition or on the Initiative. This program is used to:
- pave streets with unusually high maintenance costs and safety issues.
- initiate streets where property owners or tenants want paving but are unable to gather sufficient signatures due to absentee landlords.
- pave streets in areas where local area planning processes have identified a need.
Higher-zoned street paving addresses the infrastructure problem by replacing old, worn out, and high maintenance strip pavements with new paved curbed streets designed to meet current traffic loading. Individual projects are subject to Council approval, normally through the Local Improvement process.

Other benefits from this program can be:

In accordance with Council's requests, increased flexibility has been brought to this program in multi-family residential areas (where appropriate) by providing alternate street widths of 10m and 11m and allowing the inclusion of corner bulges where desired.

Account # 30004456 Order Group: CA3EA5BXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 600,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Local Area & Other Improvements PROJECT #: A-5c

PROJECT TITLE: Residential Streets - Local Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Installation of pavement, curbs and planting trees on residential streets.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Paving and curbing of residential streets is done by Local Improvement either by Petition or on the Initiative. This program is used mostly to meet property owner demand for improvements on their block. Residential street paving addresses the infrastructure concern by replacing old worn out and high maintenance strip pavements with new paved and curbed streets. Individual projects are subject to Council approval, normally through the Local Improvement process.

Funding has been included in the 2000-02 Streets Capital Plan for the numerous residential street improvements which need to be initiated. These include initiatives that reduce the backlog of umimproved flankage streets which are difficult to improve under the petition process, streets which have major maintenance problems and projects which take advantage of situations where unimproved streets have been damaged by utility cuts and to which the cost of utility repair can be credited to reduce the overall cost of the street improvement. Some flankage blocks in poor condition will be initiated in 2002, especially in locations adjacent to schools, parks and other high use areas.

Increased flexibility has been brought to this program by allowing the inclusion of corner bulges where desired (and where appropriate). Increasing the flexibility still further with alternate street widths and parking arrangements and curvy alignments, etc., is also being pursued.

Account # 30004457 Order Group: CA3EA5CXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 1,900,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 1,900,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Local Area & Other Improvements PROJECT #: A-5d

PROJECT TITLE: Higher Zone Lanes - Local Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Initiated and petition paving of industrial, commercial and multiple dwelling area lanes.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

This is primarily an Initiative program due to a large percentage of absentee landowners in higher-zoned areas. The petition process is very difficult in these circumstances. Project selection is based on complaints from tenants, lessees, or employees or due to high maintenance requirements. These lanes, due to their high usage, often require intense maintenance which is greatly reduced by the permanent improvements.

Account # 30004458 Order Group: CA3EA5DXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 60,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 60,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Local Area & Other Improvements PROJECT #: A-5e

PROJECT TITLE: Residential Lanes - Local Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Grading, drainage and paving of residential lanes.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Since 1972 we have been engaged in a program of low cost paving of residential lanes. This program is intended to deal with the chronic problems of unpaved or oil-capped lanes which include dust, mud, potholes, ditch maintenance and drainage problems.

This program is petition-based, and has been fairly consistent in recent years. Funding has been included in the 2000 - 02 Streets Capital Plan to allow initiation of some projects in the RT5 and RT6 zoning areas, which are difficult to petition for due to absentee landlords, as well as projects with specific maintenance or drainage problems.

In response to Council's direction, paving of residential lanes now includes the option of full width paving, or centre strip paving only, however staff are also looking at other alternatives to reduce hard surfaces.

Account# 30004459 Order Group : CA3EA5EXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 800,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 800,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Local Area & Other Improvements PROJECT #: A-5f

PROJECT TITLE: Drainage Prior to Paving / Utility Relocations

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Drainage and utility work required in advance of project approval.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Funds for drainage prior to paving and utility relocation done in advance of the project approval. Long lead-time for utility work can delay paving if not initiated early. This program allows work to proceed in advance of the approval and design of the paving project so that the scheduling will not be affected. For 2002, funding of $75,000 is requested for Drainage Prior to Paving, and $25,000 for Utility Relocation.

Account # 30004460 Order Group: CA3EA5FXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $100,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 100,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Local Area & Other Improvements PROJECT #: A-5g

PROJECT TITLE: Grade and Open Streets and Lanes

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Open streets and lanes as required.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Although the City is nearly fully developed, there is occasionally a need and an opportunity to improve access. For example, dedication of property may occur which completes right-of-way for a needed lane. Funding of $30,000 is requested for 2002, which together with some remaining funding, will provide for opening such needed lanes or roadways as the opportunities arise during the upcoming year.

Account # 30004461 Order Group: CA3EA5GXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 30,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 30,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Local Area & Other Improvements PROJECT #: A-5h

PROJECT TITLE: Minor Property Acquisition

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Purchase of small pieces of property.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Minor property acquisition is required for corner cut-offs and other minor widenings. A funding level of $30,000 is requested for 2002.

Account # 30004462 Order Group: CA3EA5HXX1

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $30,000

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 30,000

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Local Area & Other ImprovementsPROJECT #: A - 5i

PROJECT TITLE: Traffic Circles & Speed Humps - Local Improvements

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Construction of Traffic Circles and Speed humps as desired by adjacent property owners.

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Historically, speed humps have been installed in paved lanes if desired by the majority of adjacent property owners to help control the speed of traffic using the lane. In 1995, construction of traffic circles desired by adjacent property owners was implemented as a new Local Improvement program. Both of these facilities are fully funded by the property owners.

It is anticipated that approximately 1 Traffic Circle and Speed Humps in 5 Lanes will be constructed in 2002.

Account# N/A Order Group : CA3EA5I

PROJECT FUNDING

PROVIDED FROM

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 0

Less Previously Approved $ 0

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 0

2002 BASIC CAPITAL BUDGET

DEPARTMENT: Engineering PROGRAM: Major Projects PROJECT #: A - 6a

PROJECT TITLE: Pedestrian Facilities - Special Projects

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

PROJECT DETAIL, HISTORY & OBJECTIVES, TIMING & COSTS

Account# 30005218 Order Group: CA3EA6HXX1

PROJECT FUNDING:

PROVIDED FROM:

Total 2002 Basic Capital Budget $ 1,265,000

Less Previously Approved - Downtown Historic Railways $ (485,000)

NET 2002 BASIC CAPITAL REQUIREMENT $ 780,000

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