In a recent government meeting, officials approved a series of resolutions aimed at enhancing road maintenance and rehabilitation across the region, funded by Senate Bill 1 (SB 1). The anticipated funding for the fiscal year 2024-2025 totals $12,000,128, which includes allocations from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account.

The board unanimously adopted a project list that includes annual road resurfacing and maintenance operations. This list is prepared in collaboration with the California Transportation Commission (CTC) and is a routine request made each year.

Additionally, the board awarded a competitive bid for the 2024 Surface Treatment Project to Pavement Coatings Company, amounting to $750,145. This project will primarily focus on Serene Lakes, with additional work planned for East Roseville and Loomis. The project is set to commence later this summer, utilizing the SB 1 funds approved earlier in the meeting.

Another significant contract was awarded for the 2024 Hot Mix Asphalt Overlay Project to All American Construction Inc., with a budget of $2,532,177.25. This project will cover various locations, including North Tahoe, Auburn, and Granite Bay, and is also funded through SB 1.

In a notable development, the board authorized a professional services agreement with Atlas Technical Consultants for engineering and material testing services related to the Forest Hill Bridge butt weld testing and repair project, with a budget not to exceed $5,410,987. Additionally, a cooperative agreement with Caltrans for independent quality assurance inspection and testing was approved, amounting to $400,000.

All proposed actions were determined to be exempt from environmental review under CEQA guidelines, streamlining the process for these essential infrastructure improvements. The board's swift approval of these measures reflects a commitment to maintaining and enhancing the region's transportation infrastructure.