HomeMy WebLinkAbout25-1685 10-28-2025RESOLUTION NO. 25-1685
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EULESS,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
ADVANCE FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM GRANT IMPROVEMENTS AT THE INTERSECTION OF
SIGNET DRIVE AND FARM TO MARKET 157 (FM 157).
WHEREAS, the Texas Department of Transportation and the City of Euless agree
that highway safety improvements are needed at the intersection of Signet Drive and
Farm to Market 157 (FM 157) (referenced as TXDOT CSJ 0747-03-084); and
WHEREAS, increasing traffic volume at the intersection of Signet Drive and FM
157 contribute to the decline in safety at that intersection; and
WHEREAS, traffic safety is a primary concern throughout the State Highway
System; and
WHEREAS, the upgrading of the existing traffic signal with ADA compliant curb
ramps, addition of pedestrian signal, refreshed pavement markings, and high visibility
crosswalks on FM 157 at Signet Drive will significantly improve the safety and traffic flow;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Euless finds that the project is necessary for the benefit of
the public in order to facilitate the efficient and effective management of vehicle traffic
through and on public roads located within Euless; and
WHEREAS, the estimated total cost of the project is $1,055,855 with the City's
share of the costs estimated to be $183,936. The State will be responsible for 100% of
the Construction cost overruns.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EULESS, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1.
The City Council authorizes an Advance Funding Agreement with the State of
Texas for the construction of the Highway Safety Improvement Program grant
improvements at the intersection of Signet Drive to Farm to Market 157 (FM 157).
SECTION 2.
The City Council of the City of Euless, Texas, hereby authorizes City Manager
Chris Barker to enter into and execute all documents as it relates to TXDOT CSJ 0747-
03-084.
SECTION 3.
This resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Euless City Council on
the October 28, 2025, by a vote of 6 ayes, 0 nays, and 0 abstentions.
APPROVED:
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Linda Martin, Mayor
ATTEST:
utter, 7'RMC, MMC,
City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer
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