Title
Authorizing the City Manager to execute an easement and right of way agreement with ATMOS Energy Corporation for utility relocation construction associated with the Heatherwilde Widening Project.
Summary
A new easement acquisition is needed by ATMOS for relocation of existing gas facilities for the Heatherwilde widening capital improvement project. ATMOS is obtaining all necessary easements directly. The relocation of these existing facilities is necessary for the bidding and construction of the Heatherwilde widening project. This easement and right of way agreement designates a new easement within City property for the necessary utility relocation.
Approval of this item authorizes the City Manager to execute the easement and right of way agreement and return to ATMOS for recordation. The City Attorney has reviewed and approved the language of the agreement.
Deadline for City Council Action
Staff is requesting approval at this time in order to initiate the ATMOS relocation.
Projected Future City Council Action
Approval and authorization for City to execute a Relocation Reimbursement Agreement with ATMOS Energy Corporation for their cost of relocating the line.
Fiscal Impact
To be determined. Funding for the relocation of the Atmos gas facilities will be from the 2014 bond issue related to the Heatherwilde widening project.
Staff Recommendation
Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
Drafter
Dan Franz, P.E., CFM
City Engineer