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The Capital Improvement Division provides administration of the city's 5 year capital improvement program (CIP). This division oversees the turnkey contract management operation of circulation, infrastructure, Community Services & Redevelopment Agency projects, from project initiation to contract closeout.
Staff is responsible for preparing Requests for Proposals to secure professional services for design and construction of public works and park projects. Staff also arranges for needed right-of-way acquisitions for CIP project construction, completes studies and designs in a timely manner, calculates accurate estimates, and manages the construction and thorough inspection of those projects.
This division of the Public Works Department also reviews and approves all consultant plans; conducts the public bidding process; coordinates with other City Departments, utility companies and government agencies; and performs construction inspection. The Master Planning and Conceptual Design of all City parks is directed through the Temecula Community Services District and transferred to the Capital Projects Program for preparation of the plans and specifications, and subsequent construction.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Monthly Activity Report
May / June 2008
Prepared By: Amer Attar
Submitted by: William G. Hughes
Date: June 24, 2008
PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION
1. Fire Station - Northeast Site (Roripaugh Ranch)
This project will construct a new fire station in the north part of the City. The majority of work was completed by April of 2006. Roripaugh Developer (Ashby) schedule shows access and utilities to the site in August 2007. Because of this there was cost to re-mobilize and complete the project when the aforementioned items are complete, these costs are reflected in an approved change order total, which is the responsibility of the developer. In addition, a fire engine/truck venting system (requested/added on 2/06) will be installed when the Contractor is re-mobilized; this cost is also included in the approved change order total.
2. Temecula Education Center- Rough Grading
This project will provide for the grading of the proposed Temecula Education Center. All work was completed on March 28, 2007. Other ongoing work under this contract involves EMWD work outside of the project limit which was completed in late July. The property was prepared for the rainy season and we are in the process of resolving all issues with EMWD.
3. City Field Operations Center (Maintenance Facility and Corporate Yard) - Phase 2
This project will construct the second phase of the City’s Field Operation Center, which includes the building and the corporate yard. Most punch list work is complete. The City, consultant and contractor are working to resolve the stem wall to curtain wall connection leak that happened during the last major storms.
4. Diaz Road Realignment to Vincent Moraga
Under this project, Diaz Road will be realigned starting just south of Rancho Way to Vincent Moraga Road at Rancho California Road. Business Park Drive will be a T-intersection at Diaz. The traffic signal at existing Diaz Road and Rancho California Road will be removed. The project was accepted by Council at the April 22nd meeting, and is now complete.
5. Rancho California Road Widening, Old Town Front Street to I-15 (Southside)
This project will construct an additional eastbound lane to provide for a right turn lane to southbound I-15, as well as modify the existing median to accommodate dual left turn lanes from westbound Rancho California Road to southbound Old Town Front Street. AT&T has removed the excess encasement of their facilities to allow the construction of the missing storm drain. This allowed the City to complete the storm drain construction. Construction is complete. Project acceptance and filing the Notice of Completion will be done in the near future.
6. Murrieta Creek Multi Purpose Trail
This project will build equestrian and bike trails along Murrieta Creek between Rancho California Road and Diaz Road. The project is funded in part by a $1,214,000 federal grant. Riverside County Flood Control has issued the Encroachment Permit. The Notice to Proceed was issued for March 17, 2008 and a Groundbreaking Ceremony took place on March 18, 2008. Contractor constructed portion of the mow curb and is in the process of grading for the trails. Also utility conflicts are being dealt with.
7. Traffic Signal Installation – Rancho California Road at Business Park West
Under this project, a traffic signal will be installed on Rancho California Road at Business Park Drive West. All work on this project is complete. The signal was turned on on Tuesday 02/26/08. We are working with the contractor to close out this contract.
8. Old Town Infrastructure Projects - Street Improvements, Mercedes St (2nd - 6th) & the Realignment of Main St. and Construction of the Town Square
This project includes the construction of the Town Square and street improvements on Mercedes & Main Streets. On March 18, 2008, the City Council awarded the construction contract L H Engineering Company, Inc for $3,458,495.00. Construction is underway.
9. Old Town Infrastructure Projects - Underground Utility District
This project will effectively underground all overhead utility lines along Old Town Front Street, between 2nd and 6th streets, all of Main Street east of Murrieta Creek and Mercedes Street between 2nd and 6th streets. The City's (Rule 20B) and SCE's (Rule 20A) bidding closed 3/6/8 and a low responsive contractor was identified. Street improvement plans have been forwarded to the utilities. U/G utility construction is being closely coordinated with the street improvement project and it started in May 2008.
10. Citywide Concrete Repairs FY 2007-08
This project will remove and replace various concrete improvements including sidewalk, curb and gutter, cross gutters, driveways approaches, and under sidewalk drains. Contract was awarded to International Pavement Solutions for $82,969.00 on 04/08/06 and the pre-construction meeting was held on 05/13/2008. Construction began on 05/27/08.
11. Citywide Slurry Seal Project FY 2007-2008
This project will slurry seal streets mainly in the Paloma del Sol area. Contract was awarded to All American Asphalt for $361,199.88 on 04/08/06 and the pre-construction meeting was held on 05/29/2008. Construction is expected to begin on 06/30/08.
12. Pechanga Parkway Improvements – Phase II (Temecula Parkway (formerly SR 79 South to Pechanga Road)
This project will widen Pechanga Parkway (formerly Pala Road) to its ultimate width from the Pechanga Parkway Bridge to Pechanga road. Caltrans HQ and FHWA have authorized the project for construction. The project was awarded at the April 22, 2008 Council meeting. The road work is scheduled to begin at the end of June 2008 after the Pechanga's recycled waterline project between Wolf Valley Road and Loma Linda Road is completed.
PROJECTS BEING ADVERTISED FOR BIDS
None
PROJECTS IN DESIGN
1. Pechanga Parkway Storm Drain Improvements – Environmental Mitigation
This project includes construction of new wetlands as part of the Wolf Valley Creek Channel - Stage I. The mitigation site is located along the north bank of Temecula Creek (within the floodplain and floodway area). The environmental regulatory agencies have approved this new mitigation area. RCFCD had no significant comments re the installation work. Mylars are currently under review. The bid document and technical specs will be finalized by the end of the month. The appraisal for 3 easements is now complete; offers for purchase of the property were made.
2. Murrieta Creek Bridge - Overland Drive Extension to Diaz Road
This project includes studying alignments, design and construction of an extension of Overland Drive, westerly to Diaz Road, including a new bridge over Murrieta Creek. Coordination with RCFC & WCD and the U. S. Army Corp of Engineers is required. The Corps completed their HEC-RAS Study for Murrieta Creek. The access ramps to the creek and under crossings at bridges are now included in the HEC-RAS cross-sectional data. 4' of freeboard for the proposed bridge is provided. We are working with consultant to finalize revised scope of work. Extra Work Authorization will be complete by next week.
3. Main Street Bridge Over Murrieta Creek (Replacement)
This project will replace the existing Main Street Bridge over Murrieta Creek. Design consultant Simon Wong Engineering (SWE) and the City are continuing to pursue environmental permitting and coordination issues associated with pursuing the bridge replacement as a project separate from the Army Corps of Engineer's Murrieta Creek improvement project. Environmental consultant EDAW has completed biological field studies, and an NES report is being prepared. Geocon has completed an Environmental Site Assessment and it was submitted to Caltrans for review. 90% design plan submittal is expected in July.
4. Diaz Road Extension to Cherry Street
This project is ''On-hold'" as it is some what dependent on the final state of the Education Center property.
5. Santa Gertrudis Bicycle/ Trail Undercrossing at Margarita Road
This project will construct a trail for bicycles and pedestrians along Santa Gertrudis Creek under Margarita Road. Data regarding existing utilities are being incorporated into the design. RCFC has provided an Encroachment Permit. This project cannot be constructed until adequate funds are identified. An application was submitted for State Bicycle Transportation Account (BTA) funds on 12/1/06. Plans & Specs will be completed soon and the project will be shelved until funding is identified and appropriated.
6. Western Bypass Corridor - Alignment Study
This project will complete an alignment study for the northern portion of the Western Bypass Corridor (from Cherry Street to just south of Rancho California Road. The City has received the Final Report and the final Plans from the consultant (URS). The proposed alignment was approved by the Planning Commission on 06/04/08. The proposed alignment will be presented to the City Council for adoption at the 06/24/08 City Council Meeting.
7. Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge Over Santa Gertrudis Creek
This project includes the construction of an approx. 150' ped/bike bridge over Santa Gertrudis Creek near Chaparral H.S. This is a federally funded project, which will involve a NEPA document. Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) form is to be submitted to Caltrans within the next month. Coordination between the City and Rancho California Water District to acquire a portion of an RCWD-owned parcel needed to construct the bridge continues. 30% design plans submittal was received on 5/9/08 and is undergoing staff review, as is the foundation report prepared by Petra Geotechnical, submitted on 5/21/08.
8. Ronald Reagan Sports Park Channel Silt Removal & Desiltation Pond
This project includes restoring the Best Management Practices (BMP) of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) and the requirement of RWQCB by desilting the channel & pond located near the Sports Park. City's environmental consultant, BonTerra, continues to work on the environmental clearance process; regulatory permit applications were submitted on 12/13/07. Civil design was initiated utilizing the Annual Agreement consultant. Staff is reviewing 90% submittal. Possible mitigation requirements by regulatory agencies have prompted a down-sized construction scope of work. A monitoring mitigation strategy is being reviewed by the regulatory agencies.
9. Western Bypass Bridge Over Murrieta Creek
This project involves the design and construction of a new bridge over Murrieta Creek at the westerly terminus of SR-79S and an extension of Pujol Street to the new structure. Once constructed, this will serve as the southerly connection of the Western Bypass Corridor. This project has been on hold, but is now being restarted. Staff has received an amended proposal for the design and is expected to seek City Council Approval on June 24, 2008.
10. Temecula Community Center Expansion
This project will add approximately 4000 square feet of space to the existing Temecula Community Center to accommodate more human services programs. The grading portion of this project is complete. This work was awarded to Addison Equipment Rental and they completed all grading operations by May 5, 2008. The Escallier House and Barn were moved onto the site on June 5, 2008. The Plans and Specifications are currently being reviewed by the EDA. Once their comments are addressed and the e specifications are approved the project will go to bid.
11. Redhawk Park Improvements, Four Sites
This project will add amenities to four park sites in the recently annexed Redhawk area. Due to budgetary restraints, the construction was divided into phases over a number of years. At the December 11, 2007 meeting, the City Council approved an agreement with RJM for the construction drawings of the chosen amenities, which include a half court basketball court, ADA accessible parking, and dog park at Redhawk Community Park; a seatwall and shade structure at Sunset Park. A kick off meeting with the design consultant was held on 02/05/08. The preparation of the construction drawings continues.
12. Old Town Infrastructure Projects - Site Demolition and Site Preparation
This project involves demolishing the existing non-historic structures on the City owned parcels at the intersection Main and Mercedes to make way for the Main Street Realignment and the Old Town Parking Structure. The remaining item under this contract, The relocation of the Escallier House and Barn was accomplished on 06/05/08.
13. Old Town Infrastructure Projects - Parking Structure & Office/Retail frontage
This project will construct a parking structure, including office and retail frontage as part of phase 1 of Old Town Civic Center project. The 3rd plancheck submittal is anticipated this week. Specs will be completed by the end of the month. Two Encroachment Permit applications have been submitted to Caltrans for the retaining wall and storm drain facilities. The project is anticipated to be out to bid in July/August.
14. Old Town Civic Center Phase 2
Under this project the design and construction documents for phase two of the Civic Center Project will be developed. Design consultant NMR continues the schematic design process. NMR is finalizing the departmental floor plans and exterior elevations.
15. Temecula Parkway (formerly 79 South) Park & Ride
This project will design and construct a park and ride facility on Temecula Parkway (formerly 79 South) at La Paz. The re-design of this project is 70% complete and we are currently reviewing these documents. We are currently waiting for the Los Ranchitos Homeowners Association to comment on the design. TCSD also has yet to complete their review. The landscape planting may need to be revised to be in line with the City of Temecula's proposed sustainability program.
16. De Portola Road Pavement Rehabilitation Project (from Jedediah Smith to Margarita)
This project includes rehabilitating De Portola Road from Jedediah Smith Road to Margarita Road. This is a federally funded project. The Environmental Document (Categorical Exclusion) was approved by Caltrans on August 8, 2007. Extra work authorization for the design consultant to expand the scope of the drainage study/design for the project was approved on 6/2/08. Design consultant submitted 90% plans (minus drainage plans) on 5/28/08; 100% design submittal is expected this month.
17. 79 South to Pechanga Parkway - Dual Right Turn Lanes
This project includes the design and construction of two right turn lanes on eastbound Temecula Parkway (formerly State Route 79 South) to southbound Pechanga Parkway. The design includes the widening of Temecula Parkway and relocation of traffic signal poles. 100% design plans are complete. The City is in the process of purchasing the required right of way. Once the needed right of way is acquired, construction will be scheduled.
18. Santiago Detention Basin
This project includes the design of a 1 acre desilting basin. The proposed basin is located on the south side of Santiago Road between Vallejo Avenue and Orsmby Road. 100% design plans were submitted. City is to review the plans and complete the specs by the end of the month.
19. Pavement Rehabilitation – STPL Project
This project will rehab Rancho California Road from Ynez Rd. to the City limits on the east. Consultant is working on the 100% design package. The City received the signed PES form and the Categorical Exclusion (CE) from Caltrans.
20. Winchester Road/79-North Corridor Beautification
This federally funded project will design and construct landscaping and irrigation enhancements to the existing raised medians along Winchester Road between Ynez Road and the easterly City limit. The consultant is working on the 100% design package The City received the signed PES form and the Categorical Exclusion (CE) from Caltrans.
21. French Valley Parkway Phase 1 - Southbound Off-Ramp to Jefferson, Auxiliary Lane, and Widening the Bridge over Santa Gertrudis Creek at the Winchester Southbound Off-ramp
A southbound off-Ramp to Jefferson, an auxiliary lane, and widening the bridge over Santa Gertrudis Creek at the Winchester southbound off-ramp are the components of Phase 1. The City and Caltrans have agreed that immediate action is required to relieve congestion at the Winchester Road southbound off-ramp. Status is as follows:
Ø PS&E – Consultant is preparing 95% plans (retaining walls and landscape/irrigation).
Ø Type Selection for Retaining Walls - Approved November 2007.
Ø Right of Way - Establishing limits of dedication. Discussions are continuing with owners of affected parcels within Phase 1 work.
Ø Construction Cooperative Agreement - Caltrans comments received on 2nd fact sheet submittal; City is preparing additional information requested.
Ø Maintenance Agreement - City preparing exhibit for the first draft.
Ø Declaration of Units – Caltrans Approved Metric Exception for this phase.
Ø Utilities - Updated pothole plans are under Caltrans review.
Ø Conceptual Landscape/Aesthetics - Concept was selected, with Murrieta, Caltrans, and IBC concurrence. Selection was incorporated into Draft Structures PS&E submittal.
22. Old Town Gymnasium
This project will construct a gymnasium in old town, adjacent to the Boys and Girls Club. The Boys and Girls Club site is too small for the proposed Gymnasium. This project is on-hold until we can acquire the property required for construction.
23. Re-Stripe Route 79 South to 8 lanes from I-15 to Pechanga Parkway
This project will provide four lanes in each direction on Temecula Parkway (formerly State Route 79 South) from I-15 to Pechanga Parkway. City is reviewing 95% design plans. Construction will be coordinated with the following project: Pechanga Parkway Dual Right Turn Lanes from Temecula Parkway, Project No. PW06-11.
24. Pavement Management System Update 2008-2013
This project will update the City's Pavement Management System for the years 2008-2013. This project will update the City's Pavement Management System for the years 2008-2013. The Council approved an agreement with Wildan on March 18th. Notice to proceed was issued to the consultant last week. The City forwarded all requested information to Willdan to initiate the project.
25. Localized Storm Drain Improvements
This project will fix the drainage problem at the south end of Front Street (at the MWD easement). Baseline right of way, utilities, and mapping are established. This project is currently on hold.
26. Long Canyon Detention Basin - Access Road
This project will construct an access road to the Long Canyon Detention Basin. Plans and specifications are 90% complete. City is seeking FEMA funds to remove excess silt deposited within the basin before constructing the access road. Project is on hold until FEMA determination is finalized.
27. Roller Hockey Rink Dasher Board System
This project will replace the boards at the existing Roller Hockey Rink. The contractor estimates that the Dasher Board System will arrive on site by July 1, 2008. Once materials are on site, a notice to proceed will be issued and the Contractor (YAKKAR) will have 20 working days to perform their portion of the work.
PROJECTS IN THE PLANNING STAGE
1. I-15/ SR 79 South Interchange - Project Report (PR)
This project will modify the I-15/ SR 79 South Interchange to accommodate projected future traffic. This is the next step of project development after the completion of the Project Study Report.
City continued development of design geometrics and environmental technical studies. Status is as follows:
Ø Draft Project Report - Approved January 2008.
Ø Project Report - Under Caltrans review.
Ø Advisory Design Exceptions - Approved 10/18/06.
Ø Mandatory Design Exceptions - Approved 10/20/06.
Ø Stormwater Data Report - Under Caltrans review.
Ø Traffic Study - Approved 09/11/06.
Ø Modified Access Report – FHWA Determination of Acceptability was approved in July 2007. Final approval pending approval of the Final Environmental Document.
Ø Geometric Approval Drawings - Preparing 2nd submittal for Caltrans review.
Ø Initial Study Assessment – Approved September 2005.
Ø Acoustic Evaluation – Approved December 2005.
Ø Air Quality Assessment - Approved PM10 Nov 2005 and PM2.5 Jul 2006.
Ø Nat Environmental Study – Approved May 2006.
Ø Cultural Studies - Approved November 2006.
Ø Draft Environmental Document - Approved Dec 2007 and publicly circulated 2/20/08 - 3/21/08.
Ø Final Environmental Document - Preparing final document.
Ø FHWA Air Conformity - 2nd submittal under Caltrans review.
2. French Valley Parkway Overcrossing and Interchange, Project Report (PR), Plans Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) Preparation
This project will construct an interchange between Winchester Road Interchange and the I-15/I-215 split. The project is moving through the Caltrans process. Current status is as follows:
Ø Draft Project Report - Approved June 2006.
Ø Project Report - Final preparation pending approval of Environmental Document.
Ø Draft Environmental Document - Preparing revised documents per Caltrans review.
Ø New Connection Report - Under FHWA-HQ review.
Ø Traffic Operations Analysis - Approved 02/05/08.
Ø Exception to 20-yr Traffic Design - Approved 12/17/07.
Ø Stormwater Data Report - Preparing final report.
Ø Mandatory Design Exceptions - Approved 07/18/06.
Ø Advisory Design Exceptions - Approved 07/18/06.
Ø Exception to Ramp Metering Policy - Approved 07/05/06.
Ø Geometric Approval Drawings - Approved 07/18/06.
Ø Revised Geometric Approval Drawings - Approved 01/11/08.
Ø Storm Drain Study - Approved 03/21/08.
Ø Freeway Agreements - Revised exhibits under Caltrans review.
Ø Risk Management Plan - Updating as necessary.
Ø Project Charter - 1st draft is under Caltrans review.
Ø Declaration of Units - Request for Metric Exception denied by Caltrans.
Ø Maintenance Agmt - Preparing 1st submittal for Caltrans review.
Ø Financial Plan - Preparing 2nd submittal for Caltrans review.
3. Temecula Creek Crossing - Access to Highway 79 South (Temecula Parkway) - Bridge Alignment Study - Avenida de Missions over Temecula Creek
The project consists of performing an alignment study to set a specific horizontal and vertical alignment for an extension of Avenida de Missions southerly to gain vehicular access to Loma Linda Rd., including a bridge crossing over Temecula Creek. Council approved the Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Nolte Associates, Inc. for a Bridge Alignment Study at the 06/10/08 council meeting.
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