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Incorporated County of Los Alamos Resolution No. 16-20, A Resolution of the Incorporated County of Los Alamos Council Authorizing Application to the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) for Federal Fiscal Year 2018/2019 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Funds for the Canyon Rim Trail Underpass Project.
Recommended Action
I move that Council approve Incorporated County of Los Alamos Resolution No. 16-20, A Resolution of the Incorporated County of Los Alamos Council Authorizing Application to the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) for Federal Fiscal Year 2018/2019 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Funds for the Canyon Rim Trail Underpass Project.
County Manager’s Recommendation
The County Manager recommends that Council adopt Incorporated County of Los Alamos Resolution No. 16-20.
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NMDOT announced a call for projects under the TAP program and established an application deadline of November 28, 2016. Applicatons under this program require a resolution of sponsorship as part of the application process. Acquisition of right of way or easements are not eligible activities under this program. However, design development and construction activities are eligible within this two year funding cycle with design funding available for federal FY18, and construction funding for federal FY19.
The Canyon Rim Trail Underpass Project contemplates a grade separated structure beginning near the western terminus of Entrada Drive and extending beneath NM 502 to the beginning of the Canyon Rim Trail near the existing trailhead. This is only segment of the Canyon Rim Trail capable of being constructed within existing public rights of way which is not yet completed.
The Canyon Rim Trail has become a popular destination for residents and visitors alike. With the construction of the segment between Fire Station 6 and Smith’s Marketplace nearing completion, completion of the Knecht Street connection, and pending installa...
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