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Home My WebLink AboutAGENDApacket__03-25-25_0711_694 NOTICE OF MEETING SPECIAL WORK SESSION FOUNTAIN HILLS TOWN COUNCIL Mayor Gerry M. Friedel Vice Mayor Hannah Toth Councilmember Gayle Earle Councilmember Brenda Kaliviankis Councilmember Rick Watts Councilmember Peggy McMahon Councilmember Allen Skillicorn TIME:1:00 P.M. – SPECIAL WORK SESSION (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS) WHEN:TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 2025 WHERE:FOUNTAIN HILLS COUNCIL CHAMBERS 16705 E. AVENUE OF THE FOUNTAINS, FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ Councilmembers of the Town of Fountain Hills will attend either in person or by telephone conference call; a quorum of the Town’s various Commission, Committee or Board members may be in attendance at the Council meeting. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to A.R.S. §1-602.A.9, subject to certain specified statutory exceptions, parents have a right to consent before the State or any of its political subdivisions make a video or audio recording of a minor child. Meetings of the Town Council are audio and/or video recorded and, as a result, proceedings in which children are present may be subject to such recording. Parents, in order to exercise their rights may either file written consent with the Town Clerk to such recording, or take personal action to ensure that their child or children are not present when a recording may be made. If a child is present at the time a recording is made, the Town will assume that the rights afforded parents pursuant to A.R.S. §1-602.A.9 have been waived. AGENDA 1.CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Gerry M. Friedel 2.ROLL CALL – Mayor Gerry M. Friedel 3.REGULAR AGENDA A.CONSIDERATION AND DIRECTION: Directing staff to proceed with the Council's selected FY 26 Capital Improvement Projects. 4.ADJOURNMENT Dated this _____ day of __________, 2025. ______________________________________ Angela Padgett-Espiritu, Acting Town Clerk The Town of Fountain Hills endeavors to make all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. Please call 480-816-5100 (voice) or 1-800-367-8939 (TDD) 48 hours prior to the meeting to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting or to obtain agenda information in large print format. Supporting documentation and staff reports furnished the Council with this agenda are available for review in the Clerk's Office. Town Council Work Session of March 25, 2025 2 of 2 ITEM 3. A. TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS STAFF REPORT Meeting Date: 03/25/2025 Meeting Type: Town Council CIP Work Session Agenda Type: Council Discussion Submitting Department: Public Works Prepared by: Justin Weldy, Public Works Director Staff Contact Information: Justin Weldy, Public Works Director Request to Town Council CIP Work Session (Agenda Language): CONSIDERATION AND DIRECTION: Directing staff to proceed with the Council's selected FY 26 Capital Improvement Projects. Staff Summary (Background): Staff will present a preview of several Capital Improvement Projects that will have high community visibility and address areas of public concern. Community Services FY 2026 Proposed Capital Projects: Centennial Pavilion Shade Structure Lighting: Adding dark sky-compliant lighting to the Centennial Pavilion shade structure to help enhance the nighttime useability for evening events and activities in the area next to the Dark Sky Discovery Center. Avenue Linear Park: Multi-Year This is a three-year improvement project which is in year two of three and will include completing the shade structure installation, adding new event power outlets and adding colored lighting to the fountains. Desert Vista: Multi Year Pump building structure to protect the irrigation pump, controller and electrical from damage from exposure to the elements and irrigation leaks. It will also enable the addition of an injection system to help improve water quality for the turf and plants. Desert Vista Dog Park Renovations: The project will provide enhancements to the dog splash pad area, tree replacement, turf improvement and signage improvement. Fountain Park Splash Pad Shade Electrical and Lighting: The Splash pad picnic shade area has been a success and adding lighting for nighttime usage will continue to improve the area for evening usage and events and gatherings held after dark. Fountain Park Ramadas: Multi-Year After looking into multiple repair options, it has been determined that it will be more cost-effective to do a total replacement. They were installed in 2000 and are structurally failing. The plan is to replace three of the five ramadas this fiscal year. ramadas this fiscal year. Fountain Park Panorama Hillside Erosion Control: The Panorama hillside erosion control project is scheduled to lessen the slope of the hill and landscape to help prevent run-off onto the sidewalk. This project was approved in FY24 but was not completed due to time constraints. Four Peaks Electrical Building: Multi-Year The small electrical room next to the new restroom is not large enough for the electrical equipment that it houses. This CIP will add a new building using an existing slab to house the electrical components as well as provide extra storage. Pleasantville Park: Multi-Year- Development Fees This new pocket park is scheduled for construction in FY26. It will provide our first designated star-gazing location in town as well as a great location for daytime classes and educational experiences as well as landscaping garden to showcase plants capable of being grown in Fountain Hills. Golden Eagle Playground: Multi-Year Staff is requesting $50,000 in carry-over if not completed in FY25 Public Works FY 2026 Proposed Capital Projects: Palomino Boulevard Reconstruction: Multi-Year This project involves the full-depth removal and replacement of the existing asphalt pavement on Palomino Boulevard. The current pavement has exceeded its useful life, necessitating complete reconstruction to ensure long-term roadway performance and safety. The project scope includes the removal of 49,771 square yards of asphalt pavement, the installation of new asphalt, concrete curb & gutter, sidewalk, utility relocation/adjustments as needed and driveway tie-ins. All improvements will be constructed within the existing road prism. Golden Eagle Impoundment Area Improvements Phase II: Multi-Year The final phase of this project will design and construct drainage improvements, including modification of trash racks on Golden Eagle dam inlets. Construction commenced on Phase I in FY25 on phase I and nominal funds are being requested to finish the project in FY26 The Town is also the recipient of grant funding through the Small Projects Assistance Program of the Flood Control District of Maricopa County (FCDMC). This grant funding will be applied to the portion of the project that will improve the protection of the Golden Eagle Dam and the downstream residences, which will occur in FY26. The FCDMC will fund 75% of the design and construction cost, up to $500,000, through June 30, 2026. The FCDMC estimated cost share for dam improvements is $90,750, with the Town match of $30,250, and is subject to change, maintaining the 75% / 25% FCDMC/Town proportional match. The additional $179,000 of requested Capital Projects funds are for final contingency construction costs that may arise to complete the Impoundment project already started in the previous fiscal year. Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks - Town-wide: Multi-Year This project designs and constructs pedestrian crosswalks and associated signage where appropriate town-wide. In addition to the crosswalk striping, ADA-compliant curb ramps and refuge islands are constructed where suitable. Crosswalks in the Downtown area of Town will be the highest priority, followed by arterials, collectors and local roads. Proposed crosswalks in FY26 and beyond include the design and/or construction of: El Lago Mid-Block Crossing between Saguaro Blvd & La Montana Dr Avenue of the Fountains & Keith McMahon Dr Palisades Blvd & Westby Dr Golden Eagle Blvd & Brittlebush Dr Palisades Blvd & Sunflower Dr La Montana Dr & Cambria Dr La Montana & Hamilton Dr Guardrail Replacement Town-wide: Multi Year The Town owns and maintains 10,000 linear feet of guardrail. Due to Federal guidelines changing in 2014, several segments of pre-and post-incorporation guardrail are no longer in compliance with Federal highway standards. In 2022, an assessment of the Town's guardrails was performed, and this project will follow the recommendations of that assessment. Shea Boulevard Widening - Eastbound from Palisades Blvd to Fountain Hills Blvd - Development Fees/MAG This project will design and construct the first phase of the expansion of Shea Boulevard. This segment will complete eastbound Shea, between Palisades Blvd and Fountain Hills Blvd. The ultimate build-out, when completed, will widen Shea Boulevard to six lanes. The future segments of the project (Project S7001) will widen Shea Boulevard between Fountain Hills Boulevard and Technology Drive. Community Center Renovations: Multi- Year During the initial phase of renovations to the Community Center in 2021, drainage issues were discovered on the exterior walls and doors of the building. Subsequently, during the Summer of 2022, the building experienced interior odors, carpet staining, ceiling leaks and increased humidity. An evaluation of the Community Center structure was performed, and moisture and air testing was completed throughout the building, to determine the extent of the moisture intrusion damage. The evaluation provided short-term, medium-term and long-term recommendations. Wet seals were applied to the storefront windows. In FY26, the next phase of work will follow the recommendations of the consulting engineers, after approval by Town Council. Town Hall Campus Buildings - Roof Design: Multi-Year On February 24, 2025, the Town's Consultant completed a comprehensive roof assessment for the Town Hall, Community Center, Library/Museum, and Central Plant buildings. The evaluation identified significant issues with the existing low-sloped polyurethane foam roofing systems, including widespread blistering, cracking, and failed coatings. Additionally, electrical penetrations were found to lack proper flashing jacks, contributing to potential water intrusion. Debris buildup at roof drains further exacerbates drainage inefficiencies, while deteriorated line set insulation presents additional vulnerabilities. To address these concerns, this project will develop signed and sealed construction drawings and specifications for new roof systems that ensure long-term protection. The design will incorporate necessary repairs, including a complete roof coating system replacement, proper flashing installation at penetrations, and improved drainage solutions. By implementing these upgrades, the Town will enhance the structural integrity of its facilities and prevent future maintenance costs associated with water damage and roofing failures. Sidewalk Infill and Design: Mulit-Year This project provides design and construction for ADA-compliant concrete sidewalks and curb ramps where gaps currently exist. The new sidewalks will provide connectivity to improve the walkability in the Town, and supports the Town’s Active Transportation Plan and the 2021 Strategic Plan for creating a walkable community. In recent years, this project constructed infill sidewalks and/or ADA-compliant ramps at the following locations: Town-Wide Storm Water Infrastructure Rehabilitation: Multi-Year This project will construct Town-wide stormwater infrastructure maintenance and repair, including pipe cleaning, inspection, maintenance and treatment, and installation of pipe linings. The Town is responsible for the maintenance and repair of a large number of drainage structures, including pipe culverts (corrugated metal and concrete pipe), catch basins, drop inlets and curb openings at drainage parcels. This Project will provide maintenance and repairs to the Town’s drainage structures. These drainage structures and pipe culverts are essential components of the Town’s storm drain network. They convey large amounts of runoff to our washes, thereby mitigating flooding concerns. Many of these large pipe culverts were installed by the County pre-incorporation. Some drainage structures are over 40 years old. Dam Sediment Removal and Improvements: Multi-Year This multi-year program aims to enhance the structural integrity and operational efficiency of the Town's ten jurisdictional dams, consisting of: Hesperus Dam Aspen Dam North Heights Dam Golden Eagle Park Dam Sunridge Canyon Dam Fountain Lake Dam Thunder Ridge Dam Crystal Ridge Dam Stoneridge Dam Botanical Garden Dam The project encompasses the following key components: Structural Repairs: The inlet and outlet structures of the dams are critical for regulating water flow and ensuring safety. The project will assess and repair any damage or wear in these structures, addressing issues such as erosion, concrete degradation, and mechanical failures. Sediment Removal: Over time, sediment accumulation can impair dam functionality and reduce water storage capacity. This project will involve the systematic removal of accumulated sediment from each of the dams, restoring their original capacity and ensuring optimal performance. Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program The Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program includes the design and construction of enhancements to the East and West halves of the Avenue of the Fountains, Verde River Drive, and Parkview Avenue. Spanning five years, this Capital Program aligns with the Town Council-approved Downtown Strategy (approved in September 2024) to revitalize the Downtown area by improving pedestrian access, esthetics, and overall functionality. Improvements may include: widening sidewalks along the Avenue to accommodate outdoor cafe seating installing new sidewalk along Verde River Drive and Parkview Avenue installing shade trees, new streetlights, pedestrian lights and hanging aesthetic lights Fiscal Impact Fiscal Impact:$11.7MIL Fiscal Impact:$11.7MIL Budget Reference:FY26 Funding Source:Capital Projects Fund, Streets, Development Fees If Multiple Funds utilized, list here:N/A Budgeted: if No, attach Budget Adjustment Form:N/A Attachments FY26 CIP Presentation Form Review Inbox Reviewed By Date Public Works Director (Originator)Justin Weldy 03/11/2025 05:04 PM Town Attorney Aaron D. Arnson 03/11/2025 04:17 PM Town Manager Rachael Goodwin 03/20/2025 05:05 PM Form Started By: Justin Weldy Started On: 03/10/2025 08:36 AM Final Approval Date: 03/20/2025 Presented by Kevin Snipes, Community Services Director Justin T. Weldy, Public Works Director CIP Council Meeting March 25, 2025 FY26 Capital Projects Overview Today’s presentation will cover the following: Community Services Capital Projects •FY26 •5-Year Horizon Public Works Capital Projects •FY26 •5-Year Horizon 2 Community Services FY 2026 Proposed Capital Projects 3 Centennial Pavilion Shade Lighting •CIP Funded •$50,000 •Dark Sky Compliant lighting 4 Centennial Pavilion Shade Lighting 5 Avenue of the Fountains Park Improvements (Multi-Year) •CIP Funded •Year 2 of 3 •$200,000 •Shade •Color Fountain Lighting •Event Receptacles •Landscaping 6 Avenue of the Fountains Park Improvements 7 Desert Vista Pump Enclosure(Multi-Year) CIP Funded FY26 - $50,000 FY27 - $300,000 Protection for irrigation pump and electrical from water and sun damage 8 •CIP Funded •$50,000 •Signage improvement •Dead Tree Removal and Planting •Resod High Traffic Areas •Splash Pad Renovation Desert Vista/Dog Park Renovation 9 CIP Funded $50,000 Business and Event Promoter Requested Fountain Park Splash Pad Shade Electrical and Lighting 10 Fountain Park Ramadas(Multi-Year) CIP Funded - Replace Five 22Yr/old Ramadas FY26 - $320,000 (Repl. 3) FY27 - $200,000 (Repl. 2)11 Fountain Park Panorama Hillside Erosion Control CIP Funded $75,000 Decrease slope Install lighting along sidewalk 12 Four Peaks Electrical Building(Multi-Year) CIP Funded FY26 - $50,000 FY27 - $200,000 13 Pleasantville Park Development Fee Funded $700,000 Construction 14 Golden Eagle Park Playground Replacement – Multi-Year $50,000 In Design 15 CIP Funded FY25 - $150k budget FY26 - $50k carryover requested Community Services CIP Summary Capital Projects FY26 Centennial Pavillion Shade Lighting $ 50,000 Avenue of the Fountains Park Improvements (Multi Year)200,000 Desert Vista Pump Enclosure (Multi-Year)50,000 Desert Vista / Dog Park Renovation 50,000 Fountain Park Splash Pad Shade Electrical and Lighting 50,000 Fountain Park Ramadas (Multi-Year)320,000 Fountain Park Panorama Hillside Erosion Control 75,000 Four Peaks Electrical Building (Multi-Year)50,000 Golden Eagle Playground Equipment Carryover (Multi-Year)50,000 Total FY26 Community Services CIP $895,000 16 Alternate Funded Projects FY26 Pleasantville Park (Development Fees)(Multi-Year)$700,000 Total FY26 Community Services CIP – Alternative Funded Projects $700,000 Community Services CIP Summary – 5-Year Horizon Description FY27 FY28 FY29 FY30 FY31 Avenue Linear Park Improvements $200,000 Desert Vista Pump Enclosure 300,000 Fountain Park Ramadas 200,000 Four Peaks Electrical Building 200,000 Lake Liner Replacement (Planning/Design/Install)$1,000,000 $3,000,000 $3,000,000 $10,000,000 Park Improvements (Golden Eagle Park)200,000 200,000 200,000 Park Improvements (Desert Vista Playground Replacement) $400,000 Total Community Services CIP $900,000 $1,200,000 $3,200,000 $3,200,000 $10,400,000 17 Public Works FY 2026 Proposed Capital Projects 18 S7003 – Palomino Boulevard Reconstruction CIP Funded, to be reimbursed by STREETS Funds Palomino Blvd (Palisades Blvd to Fountain Hills Blvd) FY26 - $5,400,000 S7003 – Palomino Boulevard ReconstructionConstruction - $5.4M CIP Funded, to be reimbursed by STREETS Funds Palomino Blvd (Palisades Blvd to Fountain Hills Blvd) Existing Conditions: 9’ Shoulders 15’ Travel Lanes 12’ Center Turn Lane Existing Condition Intermediate Condition 21 Future Condition with Sidewalk 5’ POTENTIAL FUTURE Sidewalks 7½’ Shoulders 11’ Travel Lanes 12’ Center Turn Lane S7003 – Palomino Boulevard ReconstructionConstruction - $5.4M 22 Golden Eagle Impoundment Area Improvements (Multi-Year) CIP / Grant Funded Construction Underway FY26 - Contingency - $179k FY26 – Dam Improvements FCDMC Grant - $90,750 Town Match - $30,250 Total Requested for FY26 $300k Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks – Town -Wide $150,000 (Multi-Year) 23 Proposed Marked Crosswalk Locations: •El Lago (Mid-block) •Golden Eagle & Brittlebush •Palisades & Sunflower •La Montana & Cambria •La Montana & Hamilton S6068 – Town wide Guardrail replacement $50,000 CIP (Multi-Year) CIP Funded 24 FY26 - $50k FY27–FY30 - $50k/Year 25 S6058 – Shea Boulevard Widening South Side Between Palisades Blvd & FHBLVD State Funding (Prop 400) (Development Fee Eligible) CIP / Grant / Development Fee Funded Total Construction Cost - $3M State Share - $2.1M Development Fees - $800k CIP - $100k F4037 Community Center Renovations $300,000 26 CIP Funded FY26 Construction - $300k Town Hall Campus Buildings - Roof Design $125,000 27 CIP Funded FY26 Design - $125k S6061 Sidewalk Infill and Design Design/Construction $325,000 (Multi-Year) 28 CIP Funded FY26 Design - $100k Construction - $225k FY27-30 - $325k/year D6060 Town Wide Storm Water Infrastructure Rehabilitation $150,000 (Multi-Year) 29 CIP Funded FY26 - $150k FY27-30 - $150k/year 30 D6068 - Dam Sediment Removal and Improvements $100,000 (Multi-Year) CIP Funded FY26 - $100k FY27-30 - $100k/year For Structural Repairs and Sediment Removal at the Town’s Ten Jurisdictional Dams CIP Funded •Multi-Year Project to design and install Infrastructure Improvements as part of the Council-Approved Downtown Strategy •Four Phases are proposed for completion over a 5-year period •Eastern Half of The Avenue (Verde River to Saguaro) •Western Half of The Avenue (La Montana to Verde River) •Verde River Drive •Parkview Avenue 31 E8506 – Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program $225,000 Design (Multi-Year) 32 Each Phase includes Design and Construction. FY26 - Design of the Eastern half of The Avenue ($225k) Proposed improvements include the widening of the sidewalk to accommodate outdoor cafes, relocation of street lights, removal of palm trees and the installation of shade trees, utility relocations and new string lights running parallel to the Avenue E8506 – Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program $225,000 Design (Multi-Year) 33 Capital Projects FY26 FY27 FY28 FY29 FY30 Total Design $225,000 $ 238,000 $ 201,000 $ 314,000 N/A $ 978,000 Construction N/A $2,245,000 $2,372,000 $2,003,000 $3,135,000 $9,755,000 Total:$225,000 $2,483,000 $2,573,000 $2,317,000 $3,135,000 $10,733,000 Design of East ½ of Avenue Const. of East ½ PLUS Design of West ½ Const. of West ½ PLUS Design of Verde River Const. of Verde River PLUS Design of Parkview Construction of Parkview Capital Projects Design Cost Construction Cost Total Cost East ½ of Avenue $225,000 $2,245,000 $2,470,000 West ½ of Avenue $238,000 $2,372,000 $2,610,000 Verde River Dr $201,000 $2,003,000 $2,204,000 Parkview Ave $314,000 $3,135,000 $3,449,000 Total:$978,000 $9,755,000 $10,733,000 E8506 – Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program $225,000 Design (Multi-Year) Proposed Downtown Improvement 5 YR – Capital Fund Option 1 Capital Projects FY26 FY27 FY28 FY29 FY30 Streetscapes $225,000 $2,483,000 $2,573,000 $2,317,000 $3,135,000 Total:$225,000 $2,483,000 $2,573,000 $2,317,000 $3,135,000 Streetscape Scope Design of East ½ of Avenue Const. of East ½ PLUS Design of West ½ Const. of West ½ PLUS Design of Verde River Const. of Verde River PLUS Design of Parkview Construction of Parkview Proposed Downtown Improvements 5 YR – Capital Fund Option 2 Capital Projects FY26 FY27 FY28 FY29 FY30 Streetscapes $201,000 $2,317,000 $3,360,000 $2,483,000 $2,372,000 Total:$201,000 $2,317,000 $3,360,000 $2,483,000 $2,372,000 Streetscape Scope Design of Verde River Const. of Verde river PLUS Design of Parkview Const. of Parkview PLUS Design of East ½ of Ave Const. of East ½ of Ave PLUS Design of West ½ of Ave Construction of West ½ of Ave Proposed Downtown Improvements 5 YR – Capital Fund Option 3 Capital Projects FY26 FY27 FY28 FY29 FY30 Streetscapes $515,000 $2,003,000 $3,360,000 $2,483,000 $2,372,000 Total:$515,000 $2,003,000 $3,360,000 $2,483,000 $2,372,000 Streetscape Scope Design of Verde River and Parkview Const. of Verde river Const. of Parkview PLUS Design of East ½ of Ave Const. of East ½ of Ave PLUS Design of West ½ of Ave Construction of West ½ of Ave FY26 Public Works CIP Summary Capital Projects FY 26 Palomino Boulevard Reconstruction $5,400,000 Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks (Multi-Year)150,000 Town Wide Guardrail Replacement (Multi-Year)50,000 Community Center Renovations 300,000 Town Hall Campus Buildings - Roof Design 125,000 Sidewalk Infill & Design (Multi-Year)325,000 Town Wide Storm Water Infrastructure Rehabilitation (Multi-Year)150,000 Dam Sediment Removal and Improvements (Multi-Year)100,000 Downtown Streetscape Improvement Program (Multi-Year)225,000 Total FY26 Public Works CIP $6,825,000 37 FY26 Public Works CIP Summary – Grant Projects Grant Funded Projects FY 26 Initial Town Expenditure Grant Reimbursement Town Final Expenditure after Reimbursement Golden Eagle Impoundment Area Improvements $300,000 $90,750 $209,250 Shea Boulevard Widening – Palisades to FHBLVD (Prop 400)$ 3,000,000 $ 2,100,000 $ 900,000 Total Public Works Grant Funded FY26 Projects $ 3,300,000 $ 2,190,750 $ 1,109,250 38 Public Works CIP Summary – Outer Years Capital Projects FY27 FY28 FY29 FY30 FY31 Pedestrian Marked Crosswalks (Multi-Year)$150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 Town Wide Guardrail Replacement (Multi-Year)$50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 Sidewalk Infill & Design (Multi-Year)$325,000 $325,000 $325,000 $325,000 $325,000 Town Wide Storm Water Infrastructure Rehabilitation (Multi-Year) $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 Dam Sediment Removal and Improvements (Multi- Year) $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 Downtown Streetscape Improvements (Multi-Year)$2,483,000 $2,573,000 $2,317,000 $3,135,000 Total Public Works CIP – Outer Years $3,258,000 $3,348,000 $3,092,000 $3,910,000 $775,000 39 Questions