Title
Approving a Conduit License Agreement with Cebridge Acquisition, L.P., (dba Suddenlink Communications) for the use of the proposed utility duct bank being constructed as part of the Historic Colored Addition Subdivision (HCA) improvements project, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same.
Summary
The proposed agenda item requests the authorization to execute a Conduit License Agreement (CLA) with Cebridge Acquisition, L.P. for the use of a utility duct bank being constructed in the Historical Colored Addition Subdivision. The HCA Infrastructure Improvements project includes new streets and utilities to provide infrastructure to support the existing and new developments in the local by providing improved access, fire protection, improved connectivity with other utility improvements.
Cebridge Acquisition is also known as Suddenlink Communications. The relocation of overhead dry utilities from overhead to underground was recommended in the 2019 HCA Subdivision Area Study and improves the safety and aesthetics of the area and increases the infrastructure resiliency. The agreement between the City and Cebridge Acquisition, L.P. identifies the responsibilities of both parties associated with the relocation of facilities. This agenda item is supported by the infrastructure pillar of the Strategic Plan.
Cebridge Acquisition, L.P. owns, operates, and maintains telecommunications facilities within the Historic Colored Addition project limits. These facilities are currently distributed throughout the neighborhood on overhead poles. The proposed project improvements include removal of poles and cables with installation of underground conduit within a duct bank. The license agreement stipulates terms including scope, specifications, legal requirements, construction, and maintenance of installations for Cebridge Acquisition, L.P utilization of the proposed City owned duct bank.
Prior City Council Action
City Council approved Resolution Number 1693-19-...
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