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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/06/2005 Blue Sheet Public Works Staff Report "........... epartment of Public Works staff Report VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 I SEPTEMBER 2005 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT: "The Town of Marana Department of Public Works is committed to providing quality service by consistently delivering and maintaining reliable, safe public facilities with a productive, respectful, and ethical workforce". TWIN PEAKS INTERCHANGE: Phase I of the Project consists of Environmental Assessment (EA) clearance, Design Concept Report (OCR), and 15% plans for the Corridor Alignment. Phase II consist of the final design of the TI, grade separated structure at the UPRR east of 1-10 and connection of the roadway system east of 1-10. Estimated Construction Time: 1 st Quarter of 2007. Status: Members of the Public Works Department met with URS and ADOT staff to review and bring to resolution issues from the last reviewl comment on the EA by ADOT staff. The revised EA was transmitted to ADOT on Wednesday, 17 August, 2005. The Town is in receipt of the final OCR and staff is in the process of reviewing the document. Town is hopeful that the meeting held on Monday 08 August, 2005 ._ along with the revised EA transmitted to ADOT will bring the document to resolution with ADOT. Provided FHWA staff finds resolution with the Document, the Public Hearing, a requirement of FHWA, can occur within the fourth quarter of 2005. PAGE 1 TANGERINE FARMS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT: This Project consists of constructing a new 4-lane divided roadway from the 1-10lTangerine Road Traffic Interchange through the Gladden Farms development and connecting to Moore Road. Included in the project are multi-use lanes, sidewalk and a landscaped median. Estimated Construction Time: 1 st Quarter 2006 Status: The 30% plans have been completed. 90% plans are expected in early-September. On-going discussions with developers in the area are continuing. INSIDE THIS ISSUE I DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS I VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 ~. CIP PROJECTS IN DESIGN (continued) Public Works Staff: Administration Harvey Gill-Director of Public Works Jana Camp-Project Coordinator Breanne Lorifice-PW Secretary Sandy Farris-Laserfische Scanner DCR FOR CAMINO DE MANANA/DOVE MOUNTAIN EXTENSION: This Project consists of the development of a Design Concept Report for the possible realignment of Camino de Manana from the proposed Twin Peaks/Linda Vista Interchange northeasterly to the Tangerine Road/ Dove Mountain Boulevard Intersection. Estimated Construction Time: To be determined Status: Negotiations regarding the Scope of Work and fee have been completed. The Town is awaiting submittal of backup information for several items. Once this information has been received the Notice to Proceed will be issued. MARANA CONTINENTAL RANCH LIBRARY: ~I~ The proposed "Wheeler Taft Abbett Library" is intended to house an eventual 100,000 volume book collection in.""'.-- a pmposed 15,000 squace foo' bu;ld;ng. A 5,000 square foot shell space w;U be b;d as an add;';ve allemate '0 'he base bid. The proposed library will contain state of the art technology computer labs and a public meeting room. Estimated Desian Time: It is anticipated that the design will be completed in the first Quarter of 2006. . Estimated Construction Time: The construction phase is anticipated to have a duration of approximately twelve (12) months. Status: The firm of Richard & Bauer presented the "Schematic Design" to the Tucson Library Board of Directors on Wednesday, 10 August, 2005, at their regularly scheduled monthly meeting. The library team which has been assembled to bring this Project to fruition continues to meet regularly to discuss the salient issues associated with the building and the surrounding areas. On Tuesday, 23 August, 2005, representatives assembled to short-list artists to be considered for providing the Public Art portion for the new library. The Art committee consists of one (1) member from the City of Tucson Public Library, Library Architect, Pima County, three (3) members representing the Town of Marana and one (1) member appointed by the Honorable Sharon Bronson. - On Tuesday, 13 September 2005, selected members of the library team will meet with the library architect and the architect representing Southwest Value Partners (SVP) to discuss architectural elements of the library and the surrounding developable parcels. On the same day, the team will meet to discuss issues, this will be the first team meeting in September. In the afternoon of Tuesday, 13 September, 2005 the Arts Committee will meet to be introduced to the three (3) artists short-listed during August's committee meeting. The three (3) artist's will be introduced to the Schematic Library Design for the first time. PAGE 2 I DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS I VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 CIP PROJECTS IN DESIGN (continued) Public Works Staff: CIP Engineering Division Kevin Thornton-Manager, Engineering Division Carl Larson-Project Manager Myrlene Francis-Senior Real Property Acquisition Agent Pete Saldivar-Senior Real Property Acquisition Agent HONEA HEIGHTS SEWER IMPROVEMENT: - This Project is a joint project between the Town, Pima County, and USDA Rural Development and consists of construction sewer mainlines throughout the Honea Heights area. The County will administer the construction of the sewer. Following completion of the mainlines and pavement rehabilitation, the Town will begin connection of the properties to the sewer. This process will be phased over approximately three (3) years. Estimated Construction Time: Construction is anticipated to begin in August 2005 with completion by May 2006. Status: The Project has been awarded to Grimm, Inc. in the amount of $1 ,248,519.00. A pre-construction Open House for residents was held July 13, 2005. The Notice to Proceed that was anticipated to be issued in August by Pima County will now be issued in September 2005. - HONEA HEIGHTS ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS: This Project consists of rehabilitating the pavement following construction of the sewer mainline by Pima County. Sidewalks will be added throughout the area once sewer connections have been made to the individual property owners. Estimated Construction Time: Construction will begin following completion of the Sewer Mainline by Pima County, anticipated for the 1 st Quarter of 2006. Status: Plans have been submitted to Pima County and Grimm, Inc. to provide a cost proposal to complete this work with the current Honea Heights Sewer Improvement Project. The proposal is expected before the end of August 2005. DCR FOR THE INA ROAD CORRIDOR: This Project consists of the development of a Design Concept Report (OCR) for the widening and/or reconstruction of Ina Road from 1-10 to the easterly Town limits at the Canada del Oro Wash. The OCR will also look at connectivity, access, and safety for the area between Ina Road and the north, Costco Drive on the south, 1-10 to the west, and Thornydale to the east. Estimated Construction Time: To be determined Status: Statements of Qualifications (SOQ's) were received 4 August, 2005 from 6 potential Consultants. Town Staff reviewed the SOQ's and elected to interview the top 2 Consultants for final selection. The interviews are scheduled for 2 September, 2005. Following final selection, Scope of Work and fee negotiations will occur and the contract will be awarded. PAGE 3 i DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS i .. :.' ...... .." '.', ....:.. :..... .. : ...<..... ....: ....,.. .. .,," , ; ~._~____.......:__~~_:~_..,__"....:.'~~....:.'~_.:...:.____~__~::"'~_..::......________.....;~"-,-___cJ ,,~ I VOL.Ut-tE9,ISSUEl .1 CIP PROJECTS IN DESIGN (continued) DISTRICT PARK BANK PROTECTION: This Project consists of providing soil cement bank protection along the west bank of the Santa Cruz River from Ina Road to Cortaro Road. This entire reach will provide protection from the 1 OO-year flood event, with the exception of the area spanning the two main distributaries of the Yuma Mine Wash (Washes C and D). Across this subreach, there will be one of three alternatives: 1. A 3-foot +- high gravity wall/grade control structure ~;'- 2. An at-grade gravity wall/grade control structure 3. No improvements Appropriate key-in structures will also be constructed on either side of this subreach to preclude damages to the adjacent properties during infrequent flood events. Estimated Construction Time: Construction is anticipated to begin in the 1 st quarter of 2006 with construction continuing for approximately 6 months. Status: Tetra Tech is completing a 30-day study phase, whereby the most appropriate of the above alternatives will be selected. Construction drawings will follow 60 to 90 days after the study phase. The Town intends to fast track this Project, and go to bid immediately after construction plans have been received and approved. THORNYDALE ROAD. ORANGE GROVE TO THE CAN DADA DEL ORO WASH: This Project consists of reconstructing Thornydale Road to 3 lanes in each direction with multi-use lanes, curb and gutter, a landscaped median and sidewalks. Estimated Construction Time: It is anticipated that construction will begin in January of 2006 with completion expected in November of 2006. Status: The 100% plans are complete. Right (s)-of-Way acquisition and utility relocation will be completed prior to the end of 2005. DCR/DESIGN OF BARNETT LINEAR PARK AND FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL: This Project consists of preparing a Design Concept Report for the construction of a multi- purpose storm water conveyance system/linear park between Interstate 10 and the Santa Cruz River, along the current alignment of Barnett Road, and through the proposed Payson Farms Development. Estimated Construction Time: To be determined Status: The Design Concept Report (DCR) has been completed. The Town intends to use the DCR as a coordination tool to guide development of the conveyance system/linear park among staff, Town Council, the Town's development partners, interested outside agencies, and the general public. This process was initialized on 26 July, 2005 in a summary presentation to the Town Council. There is funding available in the FY 2005/2006 budget for design. TOWN OF MARANA VALUE STATEMENT: <:.~ PAGE 4 . DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ---'--.-..-.-.-- ._-"._~--'._---~_._-----~---------~-~~--_. ..- I VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 "'~ CIP PROJECTS IN DESIGN (continued) SILVERBELL ROAD. CORTARO ROAD TO INA ROAD: This Project consists of reconstructing Silverbell Road to two (2) lanes in each direction with a center two- way left-turn lane. The Project will also improve the horizontal and vertical alignments and add curb and gutter, a sanitary sewer system, sidewalks and landscaping. The intersection of Ina Road and Silverbell Road will be realigned to reduce the skew. Estimated Construction Time: Construction is anticipated to begin in the 1 st quarter of 2006 with construction expected to last 9 months. Status: The 100% plans are complete. The 404 permit is expected to be issued by the Corps of Engineers in August 2005. The construction schedule is being coordinated with ADOT. ADOT will be adding two (2) additional lanes under the Cortaro Farms Traffic Interchange and the Silverbell Road project will begin immediately following conclusion of the ADOT project. ,- SANTA CRUZ RIVER SHARED USE PATH: This Project consists of constructing a 14-foot wide shared use path that will extend behind Continental Ranch from Coyote Trail Elementary to the EI Rio Neighborhood Park, a distance of approximately 2.7 miles. The path will be located along the westerly intermediate bank of the Santa Cruz River. The Project also includes landscaping and two (2) rest nodes. Estimated Construction Time: The Notice to Proceed is expected to be issued in September 2005. The Project will be completed within 6 months Status: Granite Construction was awarded the contract on 8 August, 2005. The contract has been executed and a pre-construction meeting is scheduled for 7 September, 2005. A groundbreaking ceremony will be held in early September. DD DD ,.,~. PAGE 5 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS L....:;.____.:..-'._...:-_~_'__~~.~...::._.:..:_'.~_~;_~___'__~___....,:.:_._.~~..:..._~_~...:.:.....c.....____'._~___.___-.-.:-_'____~j - I VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 CIP PROJECTS IN CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT TANGERINE ROADI DOVE MOUNTAIN BLVD. INTERSECTION The Town is working together with a Dove Mountain developer to have a traffic signal installed at the Tangerine Road/Dove Mountain Blvd. intersection. Status: Project is substantially complete. The traffic signal was energized and placed in full operation on 15 August, 2005. The contractor is completing minor task items for final completion and clean-up. - Public Works Staff: Construction Division Tim Allen-Manager, Construction Division Morris Reyna-Senior Construction Manager Gus Myers-Construction Inspector Tom Houle-Construction Inspector James Flores-ROW Inspector CORTARO FARMS ROAD-UPRR TO STARGRASS DRIVE: This Project consists of two phases. Interim Project Phase I: Construction improves the intersection of Hartman Lane. Included in this phase are new turn lanes, signalization of the intersection and replacement of a Town of Marana existing Waterline. Status: Project is substantially complete. The traffic signal was energized and placed in full operation on 21 July, 2005. Phase II: The second phase consists of widening Cortaro Road from the railroad tracks to Stargrass Drive. The Project in- cludes widening, drainage, striping and sign age, sewer, and traffic signal improvements. This Project will greatly improve traffic safety and the flow of traffic through this area. Status: This phase was bid in June of this year. Hunter Contracting is the apparent low bidder. Construction is scheduled to begin this fall. PARTNERING AGREEMENT: On 19 August 2005, a representative from each utility, Hunter Contracting, the Town of Marana, Traffic Control firms, bluestaking, and Pima County joined together to form a partnering agreement. For the Cortaro Farms Phase II Project. An all day seminar was held at Heritage Highland with a format that allowed all interested parties to ask questions, share information, and meet the players involved with completing this Project.. Over 50 people attended, with all 50 agreeing to do their part to make this joint venture a success. NORTHWEST MARANA TOWN CENTER, ROADS, INFRASTRUCTURE, AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS: This Project will design and construct the offsite utilities, roads, landscape, and other infrastructure and establish the layout of the main Town Center corridors. Status: Grier Road, Civic Center Drive and Marana Main Street improvements were hampered by the Monsoon rains. Completion of original contract work in August have been extended due to delays. Punchlist and additional item work continues through September. Public Works Staff: Construction Division cont. Ben Higgins-Jr. Engineering Aide Debbie Pickard-Document Control Coordinator PAGE 6 : DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS CIP PROJECTS COMPLETED VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 SUMMARY OF COMPLETED PROJECTS FOR PAST FISCAL YEAR 2004-2005 CONTINENTAL RANCH NEIGHBORHOOD PARK C.R. PARCELS 13 & 14 COMPLETED FEBRUARY 2004 SANTA CRUZ CORRIDOR TRAIL PHASE I COMPLETED APRIL 2004 LINDA VISTA BLVD., EL CAMINO DE MANANA TO 1/4 MILE WEST OF HARTMAN COMPLETED APRIL 2004 ,...~ TANGERINE ROAD, BREAKERS TO THORNYDALE COMPLETED APRIL 2004 SCENIC DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS COMPLETED JUNE 2004 TANGERINE ROAD PARK AND RIDE COMPLETED SEPTEMBER 2004 TANGERINE/THORNYDALE IMPROVEMENTS & TRAFFIC SIGNAL INST ALLA TION COMPLETED DECEMBER 2004 TRAFFIC SIGNAL @ SIL VERBELL/W ADE COMPLETED JANUARY 2005 MUNICIPAL COMPLEX COMPLETED MAY 2005 - PAGE 7 $2,608,600.00 $128,700.00 $82,900.00 $1,589,600.00 $279,500.00 $305,600.00 $1,426,382.54 $211,825.15 $29,635.50 i DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 i........ .. ...... ..................:.. .......... .. .... ,'..... '. ........ , ;.____..,..~____'"-'--~._c....__.,__.__.__..~_____"~___.___'"___~____..._, - TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DIVISION UPGRADING OF TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES FOR COYOTE TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Public Works Staff: Traffic Engineering Division In order to enhance the safety of students crossing Silverbell Road in the area of Coyote Trails Elementary School, the Division recommended that significant improvements be made to the existing traffic signs and markings on Silverbell Road. New signs and markings, including a variety of school-related warning signs, as well as school crossing pavement markings were installed prior to the start of this school year. It is expected that all of the appropriate sign and marking changes, should help greatly to raise drivers awareness of the school crossing conditions. Fernando Prol-Manager, Traffic Engineering Division Scott Leska- Traffic Engineer Alfonso Rodriguez-Civil Engineering Technician Shad Bustamante-Engineering Aide ALL-WAY STOP CONTROL AT THE SANDARIO ROADITWIN PEAKS INTERSECTION: COACHLlNE BOULEVARD IN-STREET CROSSWALK INDICATION: ,..-. The installation of in-street LED-illuminated raised pavement markers and advanced warning beacons that flash when pedestrians activate them to cross Coach line Boulevard at the Continental Ranch Community Center. This Project started in FY 2004-2005 with the procurement of the ADA compliant equipment with voice and audible crossing indications. Status: The Project should be completed on or about the end of the fourth quarter of 2005. AS-NEEDED TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SERVICES: In order to augment our traffic engineering capabilities, the Division has reviewed Statement of Qualification packages from ten different consulting firms who are interested in performing traffic engineering services for the Town. We will award As-Needed Traffic Engineering Service Agreement, renewable annually, to up to five of the consultants who are found most qualified to assist the Town with such services as traffic signal plan design, travel demand modeling, preparation or review of traffic impact analyses, and traffic signal construction administration and inspection. At this time we have selected five consultants and will soon be awarding Traffic Engineering Service Agreement. Once the contracts are awarded, we will issue Task Order Authorizations as services are required. It is expected that the assistance provided by the selected consultants on the list will greatly expand our capacity to provide timely and professional traffic engineering services to our customers. PAGE 8 ! DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 0'''4_ VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING DIVISION (continued) OLD PUEBLO ARCHAEOLOGY PARTNERING & HERITAGE FUND: The Yuma Mine Wash and District Park sites are rich in archaeological and historical artifacts from Hohokam Indians and the Boroquez-Aguirre Ranch sites. The Town of Marana entered into a Partnering Agreement with Old Pueblo Archaeology to excavate, stabilize, interpret the historical and cultural significance of the discoveries, and to provide public education and opportunities for public participation at the archaeological sites. Old Pueblo was authorized by the Town to submit a grant application for Heritage Grant Funds from Arizona State Parks. The grant supplies money for the security, stabilization, interpretive, and educational aspects of the partnering agreement. Old Pueblo hosts public education tours each year and offers opportunities for the public to participate in the archaeological digs at the Yuma Wash site. Status: Tours and public assisted digs will resume in October 2005. Old Pueblo is under contract to provide archaeology services for the Silverbell/lna Road construction (99-050) and the Notice of Fieldwork Completion report for the intersection portion of the Project to the Corps of Engineers was approved 23 August, 2005 allowing continued Project development. A report on the supplemental testing farther north at the Yuma Wash and Bojorquez-Aguirre Ranch sites will be filed to the Corps of Engineers within two weeks, saying what additional data recovery work will be needed. Old Pueblo is currently cooperating with Parks & Recreation on the concept of the native garden, interpretive trails through the Hohokam site, and preservation of the Bojorquez-Aguirre Ranch site, and interpretive signage. Staff, Parks, and Old Pueblo are meeting with representatives from the State Parks on 31 August, 2005, to discuss amendments to the conservation agreement for the realignment of Silverbell Road Development proposed for the District Park. Public Works Staff: Environmental Division Jennifer Christelman-Manager, Environmental Division Lisa Duncan-Environmental Planner Corby Lust- Environmental Aide SANTA CRUZ VALLEY NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA: The vision of a National Heritage Area designation for the Santa Cruz Valley in Southern Arizona is gaining momentum due to a convergence of local efforts to conserve natural resources and open spaces; to preserve historic structures and archaeological sites; to educate the public about the history and cultures of this region; to increase national recognition of the region; to develop heritage tourism and bring other economic benefits to local communities; and to improve cultural ties across the U.S.-Mexico border. Status: The Town of Marana showed support of the application and designation of the Santa Cruz Valley Heritage Area by passing Resolution No. 2003-133 at the Town Council Meeting on October 21,2003. Preservation and development is ongoing. I SUNFLOWER CITIZEN'S ADVISORY COMMITTEE: This is a group of citizens in continental Ranch that are concerned with the Air Quality in the Town of Marana and the neighboring impacts in the County. Status: The Environmental Division has met with this group to help facilitate between the group and Pima County Environmental Services and the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. PAGE 9 .. . ",,",~_~~_________'_."_U_""_""__~'__"_" ... .nu -_...._--..---~- . _1 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ! --_._--'-'-.._~~~_.~.-'-'._-_.'_._-'-..._.'-------~,_-~,~--_.-.--- .-.. .._._-~.-;-"-j VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING DIVISION (continued) TRES RIOS DEL NORTE: This Study is a cooperative effort between the City of Tucson Water Department, Pima County Flood Control District and the Town of Marana in conjunction with the United States Army Corps of Engineers. The purpose of this Study is to evaluate approximately an eighteen mile stretch of the Santa Cruz River from Prince Road to Sanders Road for potential projects such as habitat restoration, water supply, flood control, and recreation. Status: A 75% draft of the Feasibility Study has been completed and was sent out to the local sponsors and consultants for review before the 24 August meeting. The document has been sent internally to Town of Marana staff as well. An informational meeting is scheduled with the Army Corps of Engineers on 2 September, 2005. The 95% document will be completed on 30 September with anticipated public release in the 4th quarter of 2005. RECON Consulting is currently developing the EIS for the project in conjunction with the F% Feasibility Report. The next meeting on 14 September will focus on a communication plan and schedule for public review. ENVIRONMENTAL OVERLAY DISTRICT: The Environmental Division is currently working with other departments to develop an overlay that will protect the Riparian Corridors through the Tortolita Fan area. Status: Staff is working with Planning and Development Services to refine the goals of conservation in the Tortolita fan area, allowing for reasonable development by land owners, while still achieving conservation goals. An interim policy has been developed from the overlay draft, and changes to Title 17 of the Land Development Code have been drafted and are under review by the planning department. TITLE 16-EFFLUENT RE-USE PLANNING: EXPANDED TORTOLlTA PRESERVE CONCEPT: The Town of Marana's Tortolita Preserve consists of 2400 acres. The Town of Marana is looking to expand the existing 2400 acres of Preserve land by an additional 16,200 acres. The Town has started a dialogue with the Unites States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and the Arizona State Land Department. This Project will benefit the residents, the environment, and potentially assist with the recovery of an endangered species Status: Continued on-going coordination between Town staff and State Lands staff to determine a feasible option for acquiring state land for preservation of open space. The Title 16 process began several years ago as a regional effluent re-use planning effort, which was initially coordinated by the Tucson Regional Water Council. Title 16 is a funding mechanism available through the Bureau of Reclamation that offers 50% Federal matching funds for planning and 25% Federal matching funds for construction of water infrastructure projects that meet the programs criteria. Status: This Project will take much of the agriculture on the south side of the river off groundwater, protect water quality in our aquifers, and provide a reliable, low-cost water supply for the agricultural economy. We will also have the backbone of a non-potable supply system on the south side of the Santa Cruz, which will be able to supply turf and exterior use if that area urbanizes in the future. We are currently working with the Bureau of Reclamation on providing water consumption estimates for parks and turf areas along the pipeline. PAGE 10 DEPARTMENTOFPUBUC WORKS : ~~ VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING DIVISION (continued) HABITAT CONSERVATION PLANNING: The Town of Marana's Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) considers six species in total. There are specific strategies for four of these species. These four species include the Tucson Shovel-Nose Snake, the Ground Snake, the Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy Owl, and the Burrowing Owl. The conservation measures used in the strategies for these four species also acted as conservation measures for two additional species, the Lesser Long-Nosed Bat and Pale Townsend's Big-eared Bat. Status: The Arizona Game and Fish Department has processed the Town of arana's application for the "Year 3" HCP grant. The Town will be notified of the rant status once the evaluation has taken place. The Town is also working on the revisions to the "Year 2" grant with the Arizona Game and Fish Department. The Town of Marana is working with Pima County, City of Tucson, Coronado National Forest, Saguaro National Monument, Bureau of Land Management, and the United States Fish and wildlife Service for the coordination of planning efforts that are ongoing the Tucson Basin area. The Town of Marana has also received and responded to a draft concept paper regarding a joint HCP effort. CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT: Certification under this program would offer the Town opportunities to receive grant funding for preservation projects in the Town. This Project is currently on hold due to staff workloads. SCENIC DRIVE RESTORATION: Environmental Staff has met concerned citizens interested in work to restore portions of the Scenic Drive wildlife corridor. ,.~. Status: The gabion-building workshop held July 2005 was successful. A Pima County hydrologist and City of Tucson planner attended as well as neighborhood residents, Town of Marana planners and maintenance personnel. Attendees received good information by exploring the logistical differences between typical ranch and lot owner installation, and government types of installations. Manufactured baskets, made of a stronger wire, can be used for government projects, so that rock can be loaded by machine rather than placed by hand, as long as care is taken to arrange correctly once in the basket. These gabions have much lower maintenance requirements over the long term. Topsoil is retained on site, and water retained and infiltrated, making the area more fertile for vegetation to establish, all decreasing the amount of erosion occurring in the future. Operations and Maintenance staff were very supportive and helped make this project a success. If you want to view the gabions, pictures are on the Public Works drive. A slide show explaining water harvesting techniques planned by Tucson Audubon Society was postponed due to the recent flooding in the area. The meeting was to be held the day Marana and the Tucson area was hit hard by the Monsoon rain. This presentation will be rescheduled. PAGE 11 FLOODPLAIN UPDATES: ARIZONA POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM: This project was initiated by a federal mandate in which Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) was given primacy. Status: ADEQ is almost finished reviewing Group 1 of the SWMP's, and the Town's SWMP is 1st on the Group 2 list. We expect to receive comments back by the end of September 2005, and will then address ADEQ comments and prepare the SWMP for Town Council approval. Final Grant report was accepted by ADEQ and final payment check was received. The annual Stormwater Report is in drafting stages for a September submittal. : DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 SUBDIVISION ENGINEERING DIVISION-NORTHWEST RANCHO MARANA: Subdivision in the Northwest corner of Moore and Sandario Roads. DEVELOPER: Meritage Homes is the developer. Me:~j 1< lll~. Public Works Staff: Subdivision Engineering Keith Brann-Acting Town Engineer, Manager, Subdivision Engineering Monica Moxley-Engineering Technician Paul Baughman-Engineering Technician Carole Paul-Plans and Records Coordinator KEY INFRASTRUCTURE: Rancho Marana is providing the right of way and construction of a portion of Clark Farms Boulevard and Tangerine Farms Road. Rancho Marana also borders Barnett Road and has dedicated right of way for the future channel. TIMEFRAME: The models are up and the street sections have been graded. We expect to see the subdivision really take off in another month. ,~ MAYOR"S WELCOME - C""'lWnted to tile future. . . lllspirtd FARM FIELD 5 Subdivision in the Northeast corner of Moore and Sandario Roads. DEVELOPER: Nicholas Homes. KEY INFRASTRUCTURE: Farm Field 5 will construct part of Clark Farms Road. TIMEFRAME: This Project stalled for a while and has since changed developers. The new developer has a larger home product and is currently revising lot sizes, grading, and sewer and water services. The revised plans are well defined enough to begin grading and an at-risk grading permit will be issued. The amended final plat should be before council in September. PAGE 12 · DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ~" .~. .1 VOLUME 9, ISSUE 1 SUBDIVISION ENGINEERING DIVISION-NORTHST GLADDEN FARMS: The first large scale conversion of Marana farm fields to subdivisions. DEVELOPER: Forrest Cities is the overall developer. Many of the standard homebuilders have been developing blocks. KEY INFRASTUCTURE: Gladden Farms has constructed a new sanitary sewer system along Moore Road. They have also constructed internal roadway infrastructure including Gladden Farms Drive and Lon Adams. They have currently graded out a portion of the future Tangerine Farms Road alignment to install more sanitary sewer. Gladden Farms has also constructed a dual water system of potable and nonpotable water. Gladden Farms will be constructing a new regional park at the end of Lon Adams. TIMEFRAME: Phase I blocks were released and almost complete. Home count is around 600 so far. The roadways and major utilities for Phase II have been constructed and should be released soon. The park site has been cleared and rough grading performed. Tangerine Farms Road alignment has been rough graded to allow sewer construction. THI'VTVRI ~/ The Northwest will quickly need to change its name from Old Marana to New Marana. Many more Projects are in the works but are not ready for permitting. There Projects are undergoing rezones or preliminary plat- ting and include: . Sanders Grove . Payson Farms . Fianchetto Farms . Gladden Farms 2 (section 35) . Vanderbilt Farms · Tangerine Commerce Park (formally known as Cemex) . Villages at Barnett · And a little Project known as the Town Core PAGE 13 M A R A N A