Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Stormwater Infrastructure topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Council approves $20,000 pipeline crossing fee for $5.9M 5th Avenue storm‑sewer project
Summary
Public Works said FY2027 includes $5.9 million for the 5th Avenue storm‑sewer overflow and reconstruction project; council approved a pipeline crossing agreement with Union Pacific Railroad that requires a one‑time license fee of $20,000 to install two 36‑inch stormwater pipes beneath the tracks.
Public Works Director Keck told the council the FY2027 budget includes $5.9 million for the 5th Avenue storm sewer overflow and reconstruction project and that the project requires a pipeline crossing agreement with Union Pacific Railroad. The agreement calls for installing two underground 36‑inch stormwater pipes beneath the railroad tracks and a one‑time license fee of $20,000 per the project number listed in the packet.
Keck recommended approval of the agreement, noting the fee will be paid from capital funds. Alderman Peterson moved, Alderman McGee seconded; the council approved the pipeline crossing agreement and associated fee. Council members emphasized that the underground crossing will allow the project to move stormwater from the detention pond to the Kishwaukee River and that coordination with the railroad is necessary to avoid conflicts when UP performs track improvements.
