Title
PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT INVENTORY AND TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES FUNDING OPTIONS
COUNCIL INITIATIVE ADDRESSED:
Improve transportation systems
Continue effective financial management
CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW: NA
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
The Longview street network consists of about 138 centerline miles of paved roadway and represents the City’s most valuable asset. In order to maintain that asset in good condition, resources must be invested strategically to obtain the largest return given the funds available. A Pavement Management Program provides the tools necessary to prioritize street maintenance and determine the best repair methods and decide when to implement those repairs. The goal is to maintain the asset in better condition through frequent preventive maintenance, resulting in long-term savings by avoiding expensive street replacement.
The firm Infrastructure Management Services, Inc. (IMS) performed a detailed survey of the City’s street network to evaluate its current condition and develop a Pavement Management Program plan and budget for street improvements over the next five years. Various program strategies exist depending on the City’s goals and willingness to improve maintenance or accept reduced pavement condition and an increased backlog of repairs.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
The 2011 Street Department budget included about $550,000 for street repairs and maintenance. In order to maintain the current levels of pavement condition and repair backlog, an annual budget of $2.8 million dollars is recommended. To increase maintenance funding, a variety of options are available to the City, including property tax and sales tax levies, motor vehicle license fee options, and capital bond levies. Staff recommends considering creating a Transportation Benefit District funded by a local vehicle registration fee.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Discussion and direction to staff.