HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-23-12-2b - Resolution - 02/23/2012
RESOLUTION NO. 01-23-12- 2b
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS
SUPPORT ING THE PLANNING EFFORTS FOR THE MEDICAL DISTRICT AND
ACKNOWLEDGING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE OF THE PLANNED
INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS IN THE AREA.
WHEREAS, on May 28, 2009 the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 3186, adopting a new City of
College Station Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the new Comprehensive Plan identified the general area from the intersection of State
Highway 6 and Rock Prairie Road, along State Highway 6 south, toward the intersection of Rock Prairie
Road and William D. Fitch Parkway as a primary gateway into the City and as a district that exhibited
opportunities for a mix of uses with an unique focus on health care; and
WHEREAS, the City of College Station, Texas is poised to capitalize on one of the most significant
economic development opportunities in its history-the creation of a medical district that will become a
regional destination as well as an economic catalyst for the City; and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2010, the City Council approved contract 10-224 for professional services from
Schrickel, Rollins & Associates, Inc. for the assessment, planning, and design of a medical corridor in the
area identified in the Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2010, the City Council approved a joint funding agreement with The College
Station Med for the planning and design phase of the Medical Corridor project; and
WHEREAS, on March 24, 2011, the City Council approved Resolution No. 3-24-11-2c, creating a
Medical Corridor Advisory Committee that consisted of 38 City Council-appointed residents and
members of the business community that participated in the planning process; and
WHEREAS, Schrickel, Rollins & Associates, Inc. completed the draft plan and the Medical Corridor
Advisory Committee accepted the draft on October 25, 2011; and
WHEREAS, several infrastructure projects within the medical district and surrounding area have been
identified for funding in order to meet the increased demands of development, including:
The Rock Prairie Road Bridge
The Bryan-College Station Metropolitan Planning Organization identified improvements to the Rock
Prairie Road bridge as the No. 1 priority on the Metropolitan Transportation Plan, and recently
recommended funding of approximately $4.4 million under the Proposition 12 Program through the
Texas Department of Transportation. Improvements recommended for funding include expanding the
existing bridge from five travel lanes to six, and adding bike lanes and sidewalks on both sides of the
bridge. In addition, new structures will be added on either side of the bridge to accommodate U-turn
lanes. Pending final funding approval by the Texas Transportation Commission, construction of these
improvements is anticipated to begin in summer 2013. The subject property's primary access will be
from Normand Drive, via Rock Prairie Road West. Improvements to the bridge in anticipated to improve
movement along Rock Prairie Road.
Rock Prairie Road West
The Rock Prairie Road West Capital Improvement Program project funding includes the engineering
,%W analysis needed to determine the optimum right-of-way, and the purchase of land between SH 6 and
Normand Drive to provide for the future widening of Rock Prairie Road. The subject property's primary
access will be from Normand Drive, via Rock Prairie Road West.
Rock Prairie Road East
The Rock Prairie Road East Capital Improvement Program project funding includes engineering design
services and the purchase of land between SH 6 and William D. Fitch Parkway to provide for the future
widening of Rock Prairie Road.
Bird Pond Road
The Bird Pond Road Capital Improvement Program project funding includes engineering design services
and construction for the rehabilitation of the existing street, north of Rock Prairie Road. Construction of
this project is anticipated to be complete in 2012.
Barron Road East/Lakeway Drive
The Barron Road East/Lakeway Drive Capital Improvement Program project funding includes
engineering design services and construction of the extension of Barron Road between SH 6 and the
future intersection with Lakeway Drive. This project also includes the design and construction of a
segment of Lakeway Drive from the intersection with Barron Road southward where it will connect to a
segment of Lakeway built by private development. Construction of this project is anticipated to be
complete in 2014.
Lick Creek Hike and Bike Trail
The Lick Creek Hike and Bike Trail Capital Improvement Program project funding includes engineering
design services and construction of approximately three miles of trails along Lick Creek between Lick
Creek Park and Victoria Avenue. Construction of this project is anticipated to be complete in 2014.
Scott & White Lift Station
The Scott & White Lift Station Capital Improvement Program project funding includes engineering
design services, land acquisition and construction of a lift station and force main along SH 6 that will
provide sewer service to the Scott & White Hospital. Construction of this project is anticipated to be
complete in 2012.
and
WHEREAS, City staff is further developing the framework for success of the district by clarifying how
capital improvements; regulations and standards; and management, marketing, and operations of the
special district will implement the plan and facilitate desired development; and
WHEREAS, on January 12, 2012 the City Council was updated on the plan at its regular meeting and was
supportive of the progress it has made; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS:
PART 1: The City Council supports the planning efforts of the public, the consultant, and staff to
create the Medical District Plan.
PART 2: The City Council considers the infrastructure improvements in the area to be economic
development initiatives to facilitate desired development in the future Medical District
area.
PART 4: That this Resolution shall take effect immediately from and after its passage.
ADOPTED this 23 roL day of F-obraara , A.D. 2012.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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City Secretar~l MAYOR
APPROVED:
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City Attorney
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