2017-06-12-minutes-public-works-study-session

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Dept. of Public Works Page 3 Nelson Siding Road Traffic: Mark stated that over the weekend multiple residents left messages regarding the weekend traffic on Nelson Siding Road. Some of the residents were complimentary to the Sheriff Deputies doing speed enforcement however; they are now stating that this last weekend they have seen people urinating and defecating on the county road and in private driveways. Mark continued that this is not an issue to be enforced by Sheriff Deputies. He did spend some time researching the statute and found in Chapter 46 of the Revised Code of Washington the manner that Public Works can close roads. Staff could argue that the additional weekend traffic is causing increased deterioration of the County road. Mark added that he also looked at whether or not the local Health Officer has any authority in statute with the sanitation issue. Staff could look at closing the road to local traffic only on the weekends. Commissioner Osiadacz responded that she has seen video of the traffic on the road and it was at a standstill. She inquired as to if working with Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) on a solution to this issue. Mark replied that once they are off the freeway it is no longer WSDOT jurisdiction, however, we could inquire as to using some of their signage. Commissioner Jewell asked if bringing WSDOT in for a meeting and making them aware of the problem and ask if they are willing to provide some solution. Discussion was held. Board direction: Contact WSDOT to engage in discussion regarding the issue. 2017 Bridge Inspection Update: Mark stated that staff was noticed last year by the Washington State Department of Transportation Bridge Inspection Division that the county bridges needed to be re -rated due to the Federal Government has allowed special heavy vehicle loads on our structures. This will be a multi-year effort and staff has prepared a task order with our structural consultant and it is in the $100,000 range. Discussion was held. Memorandum of Understanding with Federal Highway Administration — Teanaway Hydraulics Grant: Mark spoke as to the initial grant and that the Federal Highway Administration was obligated to deliver the project. As staff starting working with them it's become apparent to him and Luke Huck, County Engineer that we are in a better position to deliver the project than the federal government due to our location, local knowledge, land acquisition and we are in a better position to negotiate with local residents. Staff made our case to the Federal Highway Administration several months ago and late last week they agreed. They sent a Memorandum of Agreement to migrate the project from the Federal Highway Administration to Public Works/Kittitas County. Mark continued that there will be some financial negotiations and will present to the Board for signature at a later date. Discussion was held. 411 N. Ruby, Ste. #1 TEL (509) 962-7523 Ellensburg, WA 98926 FAX (509) 962-7663