Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Parks Recreation topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Council approves River Park Task Order No. 8 after DNR cautions about fast currents near train bridge
Summary
Apex engineer Tyler Madsen told council the DNR flagged a fast current and whirlpool near the train bridge; council approved Task Order No.8 and agreed to a site visit to finalize pier and riprap plans.
Tyler Madsen of Apex updated the council on the River Park project and said he had consulted the DNR about strong currents and a whirlpool near the train bridge. Madsen recommended abandoning a seasonal 'L'-shaped pier in favor of a permanent structure that would overhang the bank to better handle the current; he also discussed riprap placement and a fishing pier design. Council approved Task Order No.8 for River Park details; Kelly Phillips moved approval and Duane Schouveiller seconded.
Council member Deb McArthur asked about a site visit, and staff committed to coordinate a visit before the next council meeting to inspect the park area and refine design choices. The approval authorizes staff and the engineering team to proceed with the next phase of detailed design under Task Order No.8.
