Public Works Project Delivery Manual

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CHAPTER 1 – PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND FUNDING 1. 1-05 – PROJECT IDENTIFICATION/DESIGN PROCESS -------------------------- _________ _________ _________
2. 1-10 – PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT SCOPE OR PROSPECTUS ------------------- _________ _________ _________
3. • 1-10A – PROJECT PROSPECTUS FORM ---------------------------------------
6. 1-15 – PROJECT ASSESSMENT BY MANAGEMENT TEAM -------------------- _________ _________ _________
7. 1-20 – PROJECT FUNDING/GRANT APPLICATION------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
8. 1-25 – SIX-YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TIP)
AND CAPITAL FACILITY PLAN (CFP) ------------------------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
9. 1-30 – FUNDING AGREEMENTS FOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS ------ _________ _________ _________
10. • 1-30A – FUNDING AGREEMENTS AIS -----------------------------------------
11. • 1-30B – LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENT PROSPECTUS TO WSDOT
LOCAL PROGRAMS ----------------------------------------------------------------
18. 1-40 – PROJECT AUTHORIZATION, FUNDING AND AGREEMENTS
PROCESS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
21. • 1-45A – PROJECT AUTHORIZATION MEMO – NEW CRP# ---------------
22. 1-50 – INTERDEPARTMENTAL AGREEMENT ------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
24. • 1-50B – INTERDEPARTMENTAL AGREEMENT FORM ---------------------
25. • 1-50C – INTERDEPARTMENTAL AGREEMENT EXAMPLE ----------------
26. 1-55 – CONSTRUCTION FUNDS SUPPLEMENTS --------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
27. • 1-55B – LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENT TO WSDOT LOCAL PROGRAMS
FOR CONSTRUCTION FUNDS SUPPLEMENT --------------------------------
TABLE OF CONTENTS---PROJECT CHECKLIST PROJECT PROJECT#/CRP # DATE DATE PAGE STARTED COMPLETED COMMENTS
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CHAPTER 2 – PROJECT SCOPING 1. 2-05 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN, SITE REVIEW, AND KICKOFF
MEETING ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
12. • 2-15A – PRELIMINARY DESIGN REPORT TO COUNTY ENGINEER
FOR APPROVAL ---------------------------------------------------------------------
14. • 2-20A – UTILITY COORDINATION-PRELIMINARY --------------------------
17. • 2-25A – PROPERTY OWNER POSTCARD-PRELIMINARY EXAMPLE ----
18. 2-30 – SURVEY REQUEST -------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
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CHAPTER 3 – SURVEYING 1. 3-05 – HORIZONTAL CONTROL AND MONUMENT TIES ---------------------- _________ _________ _________
2. 3-10 – VERTICAL CONTROL AND BENCHMARKS ------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
3. 3-15 – TOPOGRAPHIC MAPPING – FIELD ----------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
4. 3-20 – TOPOGRAPHIC MAPPING – OFFICE --------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
5. 3-25 – WETLANDS MAPPING -------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
6. 3-30 – RIGHT-OF-WAY/ALIGNMENT RESEARCH ------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
9. 3-35 – PRELIMINARY RIGHT-OF-WAY MAP -------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
10. 3-40 – PRELIMINARY RIGHT-OF-WAY PLAN CHECK --------------------------- _________ _________ _________
11. 3-45 – RIGHT-OF-WAY CERTIFICATION MAP ------------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
12. 3-50 – CENTERLINE LAYOUT, STATIONING -------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
13. 3-55 – RIGHT-OF-WAY STAKING – CALL FOR BIDS ----------------------------- _________ _________ _________
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CHAPTER 4 – DESIGN 1. 4-02 – DESIGN CRITERIA AND STANDARDS ------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
2. 4-05 – TRAFFIC STUDY ----------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
5. 4-20 – 30% PLAN REVIEW------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
6. 4-25 – PUBLIC MEETING --------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
12. 4-35 – PROFILE GRADE ---------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
16. 4-50 – DETAILED SOILS REPORT ----------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
17. 4-55 – STORM DRAINAGE DESIGN ------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
20. • 4-55A – DRAINAGE REPORT OUTLINE ----------------------------------------
21. 4-60 – STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN ---------------------- _________ _________ _________
22. • 4-60A – SAMPLE NOTICE OF INTENT FOR ADVERTISEMENT -----------
23. • 4-60B – NOTICE OF INTENT FORM --------------------------------------------
28. 4-65 – PERMITS COORDINATION --------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
30. 4-70 – ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT (ESA) ---------------------------- _________ _________ _________
31. 4-75 – PAVEMENT DESIGN ----------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
32. 4-80 – STRUCTURES DESIGN --------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
34. 4-90 – DRAFT DESIGN REPORT ------------------------------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
35. 4-95 – 60% PLAN REVIEW------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
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37. 4-100 – UTILITY COORDINATION MEETING ------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
38. • 4-100A – UTILITY COORDINATION MEETING FORM ---------------------
39. 4-105 – TRAFFIC CONTROL FACILITIES DESIGN --------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
40. 4-110 – TRAFFIC SIGNAL FACILITIES ----------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
41. 4-115 – DETAILED DESIGN PHASE -------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
42. 4-120 – UTILITY COORDINATION FINAL ------------------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
43. • 4-120A – FINAL UTILITY COORDINATION LETTER -------------------------
44. 4-125 – CONTRACT PROVISIONS --------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
47. 4-140 – CONTRACT COMPLIANCE -------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
49. 4-145 – 90% PS&E REVIEW ----------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
50. 4-150 – FINAL DESIGN REPORT ----------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
51. 4-155 – BID DOCUMENTS PREPARATION ---------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
52. • 4-155A – CONTRACT PACKAGE CONTENTS ---------------------------------
54. • 4-155B – COVER SHEET EXAMPLE ---------------------------------------------
55. • 4-155C – CALL FOR SEALED BIDS EXAMPLE --------------------------------
57. • 4-155D – NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS EXAMPLE ----------------
58. • 4-155E – PROPOSA SIGNATURE SHEET EXAMPLE ------------------------
59. • 4-155F – PROPOSAL BOND------------------------------------------------------
61. 4-160 – ADVERTISEMENT AND CALL FOR BIDS --------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
62. • 4-160A – INFORMATION COMMUNICATION EXAMPLE -----------------
63. 4-165 – ADDENDUM PREPARATION ----------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
65. 4-170 – BID OPENING ------------------------------------------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
67. 4-180 – CONTRACT AWARD ---------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
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68. • 4-180A – AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY MOVE TO AWARD EXAMPLE ---
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CHAPTER 5 – ENVIRONMENTAL 1. 5-05 – CRITICAL AREA ASSESSMENT ----------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
2. 5-10 – CRITICAL AREA FIELD LOCATION ------------------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
3. 5-15 – CRITICAL AREA REPORTS ---------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
4. • 5-15A – WETLAND ANALYSIS REPORT CHECKLIST ------------------------
7. • 5-15B – BUFFER MITIGATION PLAN CHECKLIST ---------------------------
9. • 5-15C – COMPENSATORY MITIGATION PLAN – CONCEPTUAL
PHASE CHECKLIST -----------------------------------------------------------------
CHECKLIST ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
21. 5-30 – SITE MAINTENANCE ----------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
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CHAPTER 6 – RIGHT-OF-WAY 1. 6-05 – PRELIMINARY RIGHT-OF-WAY RESEARCH ------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
2. 6-10 – RELOCATION STUDY ---------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
3. 6-15 – RELOCATION PLAN ------------------------------------------------------------ _________ _________ _________
5. • 6-20A – RIGHT-OF-WAY PLAN FOR COUNTY ENGINEER APPROVAL
(FEDERALLY FUNDED PROJECTS) ----------------------------------------------
8. 6-30 – RIGHT-OF-WAY DOCUMENTS ---------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
9. 6-35 – RIGHT-OF-WAY APPRAISALS ----------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
13. • 6-40A – RIGHT-OF-WAY APPRAISAL FID INVITATION LETTER----------
14. • 6-40B – CRITERIA FOR SELECTING A CONTRACTOR – EXHIBIT “A”
(ATTACHMENT TO RIGHT-OF-WAY APPRAISAL BID INVITATION LETTER)
15. • 6-40C – ANALYSIS OF APPRAISAL BIDS --------------------------------------
16. • 6-40D – APPRAISER CONTRACT AWARD LETTER --------------------------
17. • 6-40E – NOTICE TO PROCEED LETTER ----------------------------------------
18. • 6-40F – APPRAISER UNSUCCESSFUL BIDDER LETTER --------------------
19. 6-45 – RIGHT-OF-WAY NEGOTIATION AND ACQUISITION ------------------ _________ _________ _________
20. 6-50 – CONDEMNATION -------------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
24. 6-55 – RIGHT-OF-WAY CERTIFICATION AND PACKAGE ---------------------- _________ _________ _________
25. • 6-55A – ACTUAL RIGHT-OF-WAY COST SUMMARY -----------------------
26. • 6-55B – RIGHT-OF-WAY CERTIFICATION #1 LETTER (ALL
RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUIRED) -----------------------------------------------------
OCCUMPY & ALL RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUIRED) -----------------------------
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29. • 6-55D – RIGHT-OF-WAY CERTIFICATION #3 LETTER (ALL
RIGHT-OF-WAY NOT ACQUIRED) ----------------------------------------------
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CHAPTER 7 – CONSTRUCTION 1. 7-05 – CONTRACT AWARD AND EXECUTION ----------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
2. 7-10 – PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE ---------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
(EXAMPLE) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
9. 7-15 – CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION ---------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
11. 7-30 – MATERIALS TESTING AND SAMPLING ----------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
12. 7-35 – PAY NOTE PREPARATION ---------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
13. 7-40 – CONTRACT PAY ESTIMATE PREPARATION ----------------------------- _________ _________ _________
14. 7-45 – CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS ---------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
15. 7-50 – CONTRACT CLOSEOUT -------------------------------------------------------- _________ _________ _________
CHAPTER 1
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PROJECT IDENTIFICATION/DESIGN PROCESS 1-05 OBJECTIVE: The purpose of the project identification/design process is to
establish a uniform procedure and process that clearly identifies how projects are selected, scoped, included in the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Capital Facility Plan (CFP) and moved through the design process.
NARRATIVE: The County Engineer, Division Managers, and other appropriate staff initiate project
identification, development, and guide staff through the identification/design process. START DEPENDENCIES:
Identification of an issue of concern on the County transportation system, solid waste, water-sewer utilities, parks or other county departments that precipitate the need for a County Public Works project.
TASK INVOLVED: At least once per year meet with County Engineer and Fund Managers to identify needs, funding and priorities. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Engineer, Project Managers, Appropriate Staff
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PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT SCOPE OR PROSPECTUS 1-10
OBJECTIVE: To identify projects that should be included in the annual update of the Six-Year
Transportation Improvement Program and Six-Year CFP. NARRATIVE: All projects shall use a Project Prospectus or Scope, unless the funding agency requires
an alternate form. The Project Scope Form is the entry way by which an engineering issue or concern will be brought before department management for a solution through a County engineering project. It is important to note that County engineering projects will only be established as a solution to an identified issue or concern on the County transportation system, solid waste, water-sewer utilities, parks, or other county departments. For those projects completed at the request of other county departments, the Project Scope Form shall be prepared with, reviewed and accepted by the project authority within the responsible county department.
START DEPENDENCIES: Identification of an issue of concern on the County transportation system, solid waste, water-sewer utilities, parks, or other county departments that would precipitate the need for a County Public Works project. TASK INVOLVED: Complete a Federal Project Prospectus Form Example 1-10A (Is found WSDOT E-Form 140-101), RAP Project Prospectus (http://www.crab.wa.gov/funding/grants/rap/rap_form.cfm) or other form the funding agency requires. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): The Project Manager preparing the Project Scope Form should fill out as
much information as possible. The remainder of the information will be completed by the Director of Public Works or his /her designee and authorized by the BoCC when required.
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PROJECT ASSESSMENT BY MANAGEMENT TEAM 1-15 OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this assessment is to arrive at a
consensus by Division Managers and/or the County Engineer of the identified issue or concern regarding the County transportation system, solid waste, water-sewer, utilities, parks, or other county department. With this approval, staff will develop possible means to address the issue or concern, in the form of an identified County Public Works project that will be included in the annual update of the Six-Year TIP and/or CFP.
NARRATIVE: After the assessment and identification of a County Public Works project, the
County Engineer, Public Works Director, or designee may give approval for placement of the project on the next annual update of the Six-Year TIP or CFP, and/or in the annual budget of the following year. The project identification should be specific enough to give details as to the scope of the project. The assessment shall include an initial cost estimate including an appropriate level contingency. The Project Assessment will result in the completion of the Project Scope, ready for signature by the County Engineer, Public Works Director, or designee.
START DEPENDENCIES: The submittal of a preliminary Project Prospectus/Scope Form (1-10A, 1-10B) or equal. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Identify concerns or issues of County transportation system, solid waste, water-sewer utilities,
parks, or other county departments. 2. Executive Management Team reviews available information. 3. A lead Project Manager will be assigned. 4. Staff identifies possible solutions which may result in County Public Works project 5. Staff prepares project description and scope of work 6. Prepare initial cost estimate for project 7. Complete the Project Scope Form or Prospectus form, including signature by County
Engineer or Public Works Director. The BoCC authorizes the annual update to the Capital Facility Plan.
RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Project Manager will coordinate with applicable public works
divisions. Decision making by the Public Works Director, County Engineer, or applicable division manager.
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PROJECT FUNDING/GRANT APPLICATION 1-20 OBJECTIVE: Complete the funding/grant applications and other documents necessary to obtain
or update outside funding for specific projects. NARRATIVE: This activity is only required for projects that are requesting grants or other awards from
outside funding agencies. START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of Task 1-10 Project Scope Form or Prospectus Completion of Task 1-15B Project Assessment by Executive Management Team TASKS INVOLVED:
1. If applying for a grant, prepare the Grant Application Approval Form, submit to Director (cc Executive Assistant); with Director’s approval, the form is sent to the Senior Management Analyst at the Board of County Commissioners office for consideration of the County budget team.
2. The Senior Management Analyst will coordinate the review, approval or rejection of the form. The following tasks shall be completed only if permission is granted through the Senior Management Analyst.
3. Complete funding applications and/or supplemental data in accordance with the funding agency guidelines.
4. County Engineer, Public Works Director, or designee or appropriate person(s) shall sign funding
request forms where required. A copy of the signed form shall be submitted to the Public Works Fiscal Manager.
5. Submit entire package to Highways and Local Programs, TIB, CRAB, or other funding source as
appropriate.
6. If the grant of funding application is successful, the Fiscal Manager must be notified and the budget must be amended through the budget amendment process or included with the proposed budget.
RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Project Manager
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Six-
year CFP is to provide a document that coordinates and updates Thurston Public Works current and future plans for County transportation system, solid waste, water-sewer or other utilities, or Parks related programs and projects. This annually updated document is prepared pursuant to Revised Code of Washington (RCW) Chapters 35.77, 36.70A and 36.81 that require cities and counties to file adopted programs annually with the State Secretary of Transportation. The Growth Management Act requires the CFP, Chapter 6 of the County’s Comprehensive Plan, to identify specific facilities, include a realistic financing plan, and make adjustments to the plan if funding is inadequate. In addition, the annual update to the CFP is prepared pursuant to RCW Chapter 36.70A.
NARRATIVE: The Transportation Improvement Program and six-year CFP includes information related
to project scope, timing and funding. START DEPENDENCIES: The projects included in the TIP and Six-year CFP are a result of evaluation and prioritization of needs in various public works areas. This process of evaluation includes input from various divisions of Public Works, from cities and towns, local jurisdictions and organizations, citizen groups, and private individuals. Projects placed on the TIP or 6-Year CFP come from an identified concern or issue per Section 1-05 and 1- 10 for County transportation system, solid waste, water-sewer or other utilities, or parks. The timing of projects and phasing of various parts is based on anticipated funds available for each type of project. Due to this, the factors determining funding and priority can and do change from year to year. TASK INVOLVED: See current CFP saved in the following location: O:\ADMIN_SUPPORT_SERVICES\CFP RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Engineer, Engineering Services Manager and Solid Waste
Manager.
FUNDING AGREEMENTS FOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS 1-30 OBJECTIVE: Complete the project forms, funding agreements, and other
necessary documents for outside-funded projects. NARRATIVE: This work activity is required only for projects that will utilize funds from outside agencies.
The CFP may identify the funding agencies involved. START DEPENDENCIES: 1. Completion of Task 1-10, Project Scope or Prospectus, and Task 1-15, Project Assessment by the
Executive Management Team. 2. Completion of Task 1-20, Project Funding/Grant Application. 3. Completion of Task 1-25, Inclusion in Transportation Improvement Program (specifically first year of
TIP) and/or the CFP. 4. Notification of funding acceptance by outside funding agency. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Update planning-level cost estimates for Preliminary Engineering, Right-of-Way, and Construction
stages of the project. 2. Refer to the LAG Manual or other appropriate agency guidelines to determine which documents are
needed. Review and complete any Project Scope or Prospectus, agreements, and/or supplemental data in accordance with the funding agency guidelines. This process includes a request for preliminary engineering, right-of-way, and construction funding, where appropriate.
3. The County Engineer or Public Works Director shall sign any forms that require approval. 4. Submit package to the BoCC for approval. Agenda Item Summary (AIS) can be found on the
TCAM web site. (Agenda Item Summary Example Form 1-30A). 5. For TIB projects:
a. Submit entire package to TIB Engineer, Olympic Region (Form 1-30B) or other appropriate processing agency for review and approval.
b. The TIB will send notification of project funding and then carry out the necessary steps to get the agency agreement submitted for approval.
6. Specific funding agencies may have their own requirements and processes. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Project Manager
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The most current can be found on the TCAMS website.
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
SUBMITTED BY:
TYPE OF ACTION NEEDED: Executed Contract Pass Resolution Pass Ordinance Pass Motion Other
SUMMARYOF AFFECT ON THE BUDGET: Expenditures: 1. Additional Expenditures ......................................... $0.00 2. An Increase in Ending Fund Balance ..................... $0.00 Total Increase in Expenditure Authority ...................... $0.00 Financed By: 1. Additional Revenues .............................................. $0.00 2. A Decrease in Ending Fund Balance ...................... $0.00 Total Financing Sources .............................................. $0.00
Summary Statement:
AGENDA ITEM NO.
DEPT. OF ORIGIN:
LIST OF EXHIBITS:
CLEARANCE FROM OTHER OFFICE/DEPT. Prosecutor’s Office _____ Financial Services _____ Human Resources _____ Risk Management _____ Budget Office _____ Other (if applicable) _____
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LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENT PROSPECTUS TO WSDOT LOCAL PROGRAMS 1-30B
___________________, 20___ Neal Campbell, P.E. Local Programs Engineer, Olympic Region Washington State Department of Transportation P.O. Box 47440 Olympia, WA 98504-7440 Re: _____________________ _____________________ CRP _______, (Federal Aid No.) Dear Mr. Campbell: Attached are the Project Prospectus and two (2) originals of the Local Agency Agreement for this project. The Project Application Checklist and other supporting data are also enclosed. This project [Description of work] . We are requesting approval of ___________________ funds for preliminary engineering at this time. If you have any questions or comments, please contact me at 360-xxx-xxxx Sincerely, (Project Engineer), P.E. Civil Engineer Attachment(s) cc: Dale Rancour, P.E., County Engineer (w/attachments) Brent Payton, P.E., Engineering Services Manager (w/attachments) Scott Lindblom, P.E., Engineering Design Manager (w/attachments) File
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governments, local municipalities and other organizations. NARRATIVE: An Interlocal Agreement (ILA) may be required for projects where proposed work or activity
affects or impacts Tribal government, local municipalities, and other organizations. START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of Task 1-10, Project Scope or Prospectus and Task 1-15, Project Assessment by Management Team. TASKS INVOLVED:
1. Identify need for ILA. 2. Director or designee authorizes staff to coordinate with the affected organization concerning the
impacts of the project.
3. Establish an agreement between the County and the affected municipality that establishes a mutual understanding. (See sample Agreement 1-35A).
4. Submit to Prosecuting Attorney’s office for review and approval.
5. Have three original agreements executed by the BoCC (or the County Manager, or his/her
designee) and the affected municipality.
6. The ILA Coordinator shall record the executed ILA and provide for public review consistent with RCW 39.34.080.
RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Public Works Director, County Engineer and Project Manager, ILA
Coordinator.
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INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FORM 1-35A [NOTE: Agreements under chapter 39.34 RCW are to be filed in accordance with RCW 39.34.040.]
CONTRACT TO PERFORM GOVERNMENTAL ACTIVITIES
Between THURSTON COUNTY
THIS CONTRACT is entered into in duplicate originals between THURSTON
COUNTY, hereinafter “County,” and [Full Name of Party e.g., City of Olympia], hereinafter “[Abbreviated Name of the Party e.g., City].”
WHEREAS, it is to the mutual advantage of the County and the [Party] to
cooperate in [Brief description of type of activity to be performed], as described herein, in order to make the most efficient use of their powers to provide services and facilities needed by the citizens residing within their respective jurisdictions; and WHEREAS, RCW 39.34.080 authorizes a public agency to contract with another public agency to perform any governmental activity that each public agency is authorized by law to perform, provided that such contract shall be authorized by the governing body of each party to the contract; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants recited herein, it is mutually agreed by the parties as follows: I. PURPOSE The purpose of this Contract is to [describe the general purpose of the Contract].
II. SERVICES The work under this Contract shall consist of [describe in detail the work to be performed]. (Note: If there are any attachments, they need to be incorporated into the Contract if the intent is to make the attachment a part of the Contract. Sample language: Exhibit A is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Also, exhibits should contain in their title the document it relates to, e.g., “Exhibit A to the Contract between Thurston County and City of Olympia for Paint Striping”)
III. DURATION The terms and performance of this Contract shall commence after the approval by the governing body of each party and following the filing of this Contract as required by
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INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FORM 1-35A (CONTINUED) RCW 39.34.040. This Contract shall terminate on [specified date OR upon completion of its purpose] unless terminated sooner as provided herein.
IV. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE COUNTY The County shall: [Describe in detail the County’s responsibilities]
V. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE [PARTY] The [Party] shall: [Describe in detail the Party’s responsibilities] Note: If the [Party] is responsible for the payment of the work to be performed by the County, the [Party] should be responsible for the filing of this contract in accordance with RCW 39.34.040. If applicable, the following language should be placed under Responsibility of the [Party] section: The [Party] shall be responsible for filing this Contract as required by RCW 39.34.040 and paying for any costs associated therewith.
VI. PAYMENT [Party] agrees to [Compensate or Pay Whom] for the [What] in the amount of [State the Amount]. [Party] will make payment to [Whom] within [Identify Time period]. Note: This section may be modified depending on the terms of the contract. Also, payment may be addressed under the Responsibility section depending on the intent of the parties.
VII. ADMINISTRATION The following individuals are designated as representatives of the respective parties. The representatives shall be responsible for administration of this Contract and for coordinating and monitoring performance under this Contract. In the event such representatives are changed, the party making the change shall notify the other party. The County’s representative shall be (name, address, phone, e-mail) The [Party]’s representative shall be (name, address, phone, e-mail) Wherever written notice is required under this Contract, such notice shall be provided to the representatives designated above.
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VIII. RELATIONSHIP OF THE PARTIES The employees or agents of each party who are engaged in the performance of this Contract shall continue to be employees or agents of that party and shall not be considered for any purpose to be employees or agents of the other party. This Contract is for the benefit of the parties, and no third party beneficiary relationship is intended.
IX. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS Each party agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other party, its elected and appointed officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, demands, and/or causes of action of any kind or nature, including but not limited to attorneys fees and costs, arising from the action and/or inactions of either party, its elected and appointed officers, employees, and agents in conjunction with this Contract. In the event of concurrent negligence of the parties, each party’s obligations hereunder shall apply only to the extent of fault attributable to that party, its elected and appointed officers, employees, and agents. It is further provided that no liability shall attach to the County by reason of entering into this Contract except as expressly provided herein.
X. TERMINATION Either party may terminate this Contract upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to the other party. If this Contract is so terminated, the parties shall be liable only for performance rendered or costs incurred in accordance with the terms of this Contract prior to the effective date of termination. The indemnification and hold harmless provisions of this Contract shall survive termination of the Contract.
XI. CHANGES, MODIFICATIONS, AND AMENDMENTS The Contract may be changed, modified, amended or waived only by written agreement executed by the parties hereto.
XII. GOVERNANCE This Contract is entered into pursuant to and under the authority granted by the laws of the State of Washington and any applicable federal laws. The provisions of this Contract shall be construed to conform to those laws. Any action at law, suit in equity, or judicial proceeding arising out of this Contract shall be instituted and maintained only in a court of competent jurisdiction in Thurston County, Washington.
XIII. SEVERABILITY If any provision of this Contract or any provision of any document incorporated by
reference shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Contract which can be given effect without the invalid provision, if such remainder
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conforms to the requirements of applicable law and the fundamental purpose of this Contract, and to this end the provisions of this Contract are declared to be severable.
XIV. WAIVER A failure by either party to exercise its rights under this Contract shall not preclude
that party from subsequent exercise of such rights and shall not constitute a waiver of any other rights under this Contract unless stated to be such in a writing signed by an authorized representative of the party and attached to the original Contract.
XV. ENTIRE CONTRACT This Contract contains all the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties. No
other understandings, oral or otherwise, regarding the subject matter of this Contract shall be deemed to exist or to bind any of the parties hereto. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Contract to be executed this ____ day of _________________, 20___. [Party] Board of County Commissioners Thurston County _____________________________ ___________________________________ [Name of Person Signing] Chairman Attest: _____________________________ ___________________________________ [Party] Clerk Vice-Chairman Approved as to Form:
_____________________________ ___________________________________ [Party] Attorney Commissioner
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PROJECT AUTHORIZATION, FUNDING, AND AGREEMENTS PROCESS 1-40 OBJECTIVE: The purpose of the Project Authorization, Funding, and Agreements Process is to
establish a uniform procedure and process that clearly identifies how projects are authorized and funded as well as how Interlocal/Interagency and Interdepartmental Agreements are developed.
NARRATIVE: The following process and procedures are broken into three sections: Project Funding Authorization, Project Funding, and Agreements.
Each section includes sample forms, memorandums, and letters that are an integral part of the process.
START DEPENDENCIES:
Projects must have gone through the project identification process and be placed on the TIP and/or CFP prior to receiving Project Funding Authorization. In some cases, grant applications will be prepared for projects prior to being placed on the TIP or CFP; however, an Approved Project Prospectus should be in place prior to the submittal of a grant application.
TASK INVOLVED: See applicable sections for Project Funding Authorization, Project Funding, and Agreements. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Engineer and Design Manager
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PROJECT FUNDING AUTHORIZATION 1-45 OBJECTIVE: Obtain written approval by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to authorize
funds so that work may begin or continue on the project. NARRATIVE: A project matrix will be developed that shows the preliminary engineering, right-of-way
and/or construction funds for the current and future budget years. The project matrix will be signed by the County Engineer and the BoCC to initiate current year project funding. The project matrix should typically reflect the TIP or CFP, however, it may vary based on the amount of carryover funds from the previous year or the acceleration or deceleration of a project by the County Engineer.
START DEPENDENCIES: 1. Completion of Task 1-10 Proposed Project Scope. 2. Completion of Task 1-15 Project Assessment by Executive Management Team. 3. Completion of Task 1-25 Include Project in TIP or CFP TASKS INVOLVED: 1. County Engineer and appropriate Division Managers will determine which projects to spend
resources on. 2. FOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS:
A. Obtain project approval and authorization by WSDOT/FHWA, TIB, or other funding source if
matching funds are to be used. Obtain the Project Prospectus and Funding Agreements and incorporate into project matrix.
B. If Task 1-35, Interlocal Agreements form, is necessary and completed, incorporate any funding
issues that would affect the project into the project matrix. The same would apply to any Interdepartmental Agreements, Task 1-50.
3. The applicable Project Manager will submit any updated project and cost estimate information
available to the County Engineer to complete this task. Depending on the phase of the project, these cost estimates include professional services, preliminary engineering, Right-of-Way, engineer’s construction estimate, necessary labor, and any other costs associated with the project. Identify that budget year funds will be expended.
4. Request initial funding authorization and a CRP/Project number from the Fiscal Manager for the
project (Form 1-45A). If the authorization request is to supplement funds to an existing project or a CRP/Project number is already assigned, use Form 1-45A.
5. Forward the approved 1-45A form to the appropriate accounting team member for assignment of
the CRP/Project number.
PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT FUNDING AUTHORIZATION 1-45 (CONTINUED)
If the project is not in the County's Capital Facilities Plan, an emergency must be declared by the Board of County Commissioners and an amendment to the CFP must be done incorporating the proposed work.
6. If the costs for any phase exceed the amounts approved, the Project Authorization Sheet Form 1-
40A is to be updated and transmitted to the County Engineer for additional expenditure authorization.
RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Engineer, Division Managers, Fiscal Manager
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THURSTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
M E M O R A N D U M Date: To: Public Works Fiscal Manager From: Division Manager or Project Engineer Subject: Project Authorization for CRP xxxx (“Project Numbers” for Utilities) In accordance with Thurston County’s Project Delivery Manual, your signature on this sheet will authorize Public Works to proceed with the indicated phase(s) for the subject project. If cost for any phase exceed the amounts approved, a new cost matrix will be prepared and submitted for additional expenditure authorization. If you have any specific concerns that need to be addressed that would not be covered in a normal project review, please indicate below. Comments/Concerns: Funding Source: Public Works is authorized to proceed with the following work:
Type of Work (Project Phase)
Funding for 20____ (1)
[ ] a. Preliminary Engineering [ ] b. Right-of-Way [ ] c. Construction Contract [ ] d. Construction Engineering * [ ] e. Total Construction Funding (c+d) f. Total Project Funding (a+b+e)
*Note: The construction engineering costs include all division/sections and professional services (if any). By: Date Cheryl Long, Fiscal Manager The Program number for this project is Attachment(s) cc: _______________________(Applicable Division Manager w/attachments) _________________________(Applicable Project Engineer w/attachments) Lucy Mills, Construction Manager (w/attachments) Brent Payton, PE, Engineering Services Manager (w/attachments)
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INTERDEPARTMENTAL AGREEMENT 1-50 OBJECTIVE: Prepare an Interdepartmental Agreement between Thurston County Public Works
and another Thurston County department to pay for additional improvements within the limits of a County Road project or for work requested by the other department for a non-County road project.
NARRATIVE: Sometimes another department needs/desires to perform work within the limits of a
County Road project that cannot be charged to the project. In addition a department may request that Public Works performs work on a non-County road project for the other department. An example would be the Resource Stewardship Department requesting Public Works to design and construct a drainage system project out of the County right of way. The determination of which agency pays for the work depends on the work involved and the reason the work is being done.
START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of Task 1-10. TASKS INVOLVED:
1. Determine what work is to be done and which county department is responsible for funding that portion of the work.
2. Develop preliminary cost estimate for design services. 3. Prepare the Interdepartmental Agreement (Form 1-50B) and cover letter (Form 1-50A). Refer to
example (Form 1-50C). RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Project Manager, Engineering Services Manager, and Fiscal Manager
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THURSTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING DIVISION
M E M O R A N D U M Date: ___________________ To: ___________________ [Other Department Representative] From: ___________________ [Applicable Section Manager] Subject: ___________________ ___________________
CRP/Project Number _______________ Attached for your signature is the Interdepartmental Agreement between Public Works and [Applicable County Department]. This agreement will reimburse [who gets reimbursed?] for work that will be performed as part of this project. (Modify as needed) This agreement will cover the following items of work: . Please sign both copies of the agreement and return for processing. If you have any questions or comments please contact [Applicable Section Supervisor] at ext. [Supervisor Phone]. [Manager's Initials]: [Supervisor's Initials]: [_____] Attachment(s) cc: Lestor Olson, Public Works Director (w/attachments) Dale Rancour, P.E., County Engineer (w/attachments) Brent Payton, P.E., Engineering Services Manager (w/attachments) File
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THURSTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS INTERDEPARTMENTAL AGREEMENT
_____________________________ [“Public Works” or Other County Department] has been requested to reimburse all costs incurred by _____________________ [“Public Works” or Other County Department]. All associated relocation work is required as part of Public Works ___________________ [Project Name] CRP [CRP#].
The cost for reimbursement shall include [what will be covered by agreement]. __________________________ [“Public Works” or Other County Department] agrees to reimburse ___________________ [“Public Works” or Other County Department] the cost of this work based on an estimate not to exceed __________$[Estimated Cost]. See attached estimate. [“Public Works” or Other County Department] will mail a final pay voucher to ________________ [“Public Works” or Other County Department] on completion of the work. Payment will be made within twenty (20) days of receipt. Public Works representative will be ____________________________ [Public Works Representative]. __________________ [Other County Department] representative will be _________________ [Department Representative]. The termination date of this agreement shall be at the completion of the construction contract. [OTHER COUNTY DEPARTMENT] PUBLIC WORKS ______________________________ _____________________________ [Manager's Name]. Lester Olson [Title] Director _______________ _______________ Date Date
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THURSTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS INTERDEPARTMENTAL AGREEMENT
Thurston County Public Works and (Applicable Party) of Public Works agree to perform the following work:
Insert a short description of the work to be performed. This work is identified as item number ____ - ____ of the name of the project. Insert a short description of the work. Identify this work as item number ___ of ____________ (name of project ) and is based on _______% of the bid price to a maximum of $___________.
Water Resources agrees to reimburse Public Works the cost of this work based on actual contract bid prices. See attached estimate (Exhibit "A"). Water Resources will mail a transfer voucher to Public Works on completion of the work described above. Payment will be made within 20 days of receipt. Public Works representative will be _________________________________. Water Resources representative will be Jim Bachmeier, Program Manager. The termination date of this agreement shall be at the completion of the construction contract. APPLICABLE PARTY PUBLIC WORKS _____________________________________ ______________________________ PERSON from Other Department Lester Olson PERSON’s TITLE Director ___________________ ____________________ Date Date
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CONSTRUCTION FUNDS SUPPLEMENTS 1-55 OBJECTIVE: Complete the necessary project forms and supplemental funding
agreements to obtain outside funding for the construction phase of the project.
NARRATIVE: This work activity is general guidance to obtain outside funding for the construction phase
of transportation projects; however, many of the dependencies and tasks are the same even if there is no outside funding. Check each funding source for specific rules and requirements to obtain construction funding.
START DEPENDENCIES: 1. Completion of Task 4-82, Final PS&E Review. 2. Completion of all Environmental and Permitting Requirements. 3. Completion and certification of ROW purchase. TASKS INVOLVED FOR TRANSPORTATION FUNDING: 1. Review the County budget, TIP and CFP and revise if necessary. 2. Project manager shall provide the final construction cost estimate, right-of-way certification, and
approved environmental to County Engineer. 3. For Federally funded projects, Project Manager shall prepare a Supplement to the Local Agency
Agreement for construction funds based on the engineer's estimate; have the supplement signed by the BoCC (AIS process current can be found on the TCAMS website, refer to Form 1-30A for an example); and submit to WSDOT (Form 1-55A).
4. For TIB-funded projects, complete a TIB construction prospectus and submit to TIB using TIB’s
current form.
5. For other grant funding agencies, follow the agency-specific instructions. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Project Manager
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LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENT TO WSDOT LOCAL PROGRAMS FOR CONSTRUCTION FUNDS SUPPLEMENT 1-55A
___________________, 20___ Neal Campbell, P.E. Local Programs Engineer, Olympic Region Washington State Department of Transportation P.O. Box 47440 Olympia, WA 98504-7440 Re: ______________ ______________ CRP ______, Federal Aid Number Dear Mr. Campbell: Attached are two originals of Supplement No. [Supplement #] to the Washington State Department of Transportation Local Agency Agreement No. LA [Local Agency Agreement #] requesting authorization of construction funds for this project. Included as part of this submittal is the Right-of-Way Certification. This project will We are requesting authorization of ____________ in Federal ___________ Construction Funds at this time. We are also requesting the issuance of a SA contract number for the project, thus authorizing the contract to be advertised for bid. If you have any questions or comments, please contact me at (360) xxx-xxxx. Sincerely, (Applicable Project Engineer), P.E. Civil Engineer Attachment(s) cc: Dale Rancour, P.E., County Engineer (w/attachments) Brent Payton, P.E., Engineering Services Manager (w/attachments) Scott Lindblom, P.E., Engineering Design Manager (w/attachments) File
CHAPTER 2
PROJECT SCOPING
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN, SITE REVIEW, AND KICKOFF MEETING 2-05 OBJECTIVE: Notify the various sections, divisions, or other departments of the proposed project
and set up a predesign site review. Obtain any information that can be used as the basis for the project's initial scope of work.
NARRATIVE: Field review the project with others to make preliminary determinations concerning design
and construction requirements. Representatives from Engineering Services, maintenance staff and the department funding the project (e.g., solid waste, utilities, parks, etc.), should participate and/or offer written feedback. Each group should review the project for their particular concerns and needs prior to the date of the scheduled review to be familiar with the area.
The Project Scope or Prospectus and supporting information that the Project Manager prepares for projects should be provided to the involved groups for incorporation into the project's working file.
START DEPENDENCIES: Project Funding Authorization, Task 1-45 TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Prepare a draft Project Management Plan (Form 2-05A). This is the standard base format used for
all projects and should be completed with as much information that is available at this stage. It should be based on the Project Scope or Prospectus, information prepared or gathered by the Project Manager and project description contained in the CFP. Any needs for traffic accident/crash data should be coordinated through the Traffic Division to ensure that the data is being properly interpreted. Include the following information:
• Project Vision, based on CFP
• Critical Success Factors • Risk Management Plan • Team Roles and Responsibilities • Change Management Plan • Quality Control Plan • Supporting information, including:
• The source of funding for the project. • A description of the existing conditions including topography, existing speed limit,
advisory signs, existing geometrics, number of lanes, terrain, drainage facilities, and other physical elements within the limits of the project.
• Copy of the applicable design standards (e.g. LAG Manual design matrix for 3R projects)
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN, SITE REVIEW, AND KICKOFF MEETING 2-05 (CONTINUED)
• A description of the proposed design that complies with the required design standards of agencies, funding sources, or programs contributing to funding of the project. (specifically meeting 3R standards, etc)
• Establishment of geometric design criteria for the project. • A summary of any necessary structures needed for the project including a roadway
section on the structure if different from the road's roadway section. (bridges, culverts, etc)
• A summary of storm drainage requirements and storm drainage impacts of the project along with design criteria for the project's storm drainage system.
• A summary of anticipated right-of-way needs and potential relocation problems. • An initial determination of environmental classification for the project and brief discussion
of environmental impact. Include summary of critical areas, e.g. wetlands, streams, fish passage issues, steep slopes, known flooding, etc.
• A summary of railroads, major utility corridors, and other significant utilities impacts that will be involved and proposed course of action to accommodate them.
• A preliminary project schedule with tentative dates identified. • An attached project vicinity map showing project limits, scale, north arrow, and sufficient
detail to reference the project to existing topography. • An attached roadway cross-section(s) for the project, including preliminary soils
information and pavement recommendations. 2. Set a time and date for the site review of the project including a short meeting in office prior to site
review. Send out Field Review notification (Form 2-05B). A vicinity map needs to be included as part of the package.
3. Have staff field review the project site together, if possible, so concerns can be discussed at one
time. 4. When necessary, document field review comments for file purposes using the LAG Manual Safety
checklist in Appendix 41.71. 5. When applicable, videotape the project for future office purposes and establishment of existing site
conditions. 6. Review preliminary cost estimate or prepare one if needed. 7. Conduct kickoff meeting to review Project Management Plan, examine supporting data, and discuss
alternatives. 8. Prepare meeting summary notes after the kickoff meeting, update the Project Management Plan
accordingly, and route to meeting attendees and managers. 9. Obtain approval of final Project Management Plan from Engineering Services Manager, County
Engineer, and/or Public Works Director as appropriate. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Project Manager
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Priority Ranking
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*Cost estimates will be prepared during design. The design cost estimates are much more reliable than the conceptual place-holder estimates.
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN 2-05A (CONTINUED)
Project Team Roles and Responsibilities
Project Title: Client: Project Number: Project Manager: Project Team Roles and Responsibilities
Name Firm Role Phone # Email Responsibilities
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Quality Control Plan
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Change Management Plan
Project Title: Client:
Identify Change:
Impact To:
(A/E)
(owner/client)
Date:
Date:
Risk Management Plan
FIELD REVIEW NOTICE 2-05B
THURSTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
(APPLICABLE) ENGINEERING DIVISION M E M O R A N D U M Date: _______________, 20___ To: Dale Rancour, P.E., County Engineer
Brent Payton, P.E., Engineering Services Manager Scott Lindblom, P.E., Engineering Manager Lucy Mills, Construction Manager Scott Davis, P.E., Traffic Engineer Randy Heft, P.L.S., Survey Manager Jack Lane, Road Operations Manager Pam Dittloff, Right-of-Way Manager
From: (Applicable Project Manager) Subject: CRP/Project Number Enclosed is a draft Project Management Plan, including vicinity map and typical roadway section, for this project. We have scheduled a predesign field review on _______________, 20___. We will meet in _____________________ at ________ to discuss the project prior to visiting the site. Please be prepared to discuss the Preliminary Project Management Plan and to provide recommendations you may have concerning the project. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I have reviewed the draft Preliminary Project Management Plan and project site and have ________ the following comments / ________ no comments. COMMENTS: Signature: Date: ____:____ Enclosure cc: _________________________, (Applicable Project Engineer)
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TRAFFIC DIVISION REVIEW 2-10 OBJECTIVE: Obtain input, data, and recommended design considerations from the Traffic
Division during the initial scoping phase. NARRATIVE: Traffic considerations have a significant impact on the design of the project (e.g., number of
lanes, channelization, and traffic control requirements) that determine right-of-way needs and environmental considerations. The Traffic Division should be involved in the early design and development phases.
START DEPENDENCIES: Project Management Plan, Site Review, and Kickoff Meeting, Task 2-05. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Request the Traffic Division (Form 2-10A) to conduct traffic counts for volumes, turning movements,
peak hour volumes, etc., and complete a Traffic Study, Task 4-05, for the project when necessary. The memo should initiate the Traffic Study process and should also request any information immediately available to help complete the scope of work in the interim.
2. Contact the Traffic Division concerning the following information in order to proceed with the
pavement design:
• Current AADTs. • Projected AADTs (20-year design life) • Growth rate • Percentage of trucks • Breakdown of truck percentages by axle types
3. Have the Traffic Division recommend design criteria for the project and prepare a report including
this minimum information:
• Traffic counts • Peak hour volumes • Turning movements • Accident information • Number of lanes and channelization • Intersection criteria • Special needs (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle paths, sidewalks, etc.)
RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Project Manager
THURSTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS (APPLICABLE) ENGINEERING DIVISION
M E M O R A N D U M Date: _______________, 20___ To: Scott Davis, P.E., Traffic Engineer From: (Project Manager) Subject: ______________________
CRP ______________ A field review was completed on _______________, 20___. [Briefly state what type of work has already been done such as requesting survey information, designing preliminary channelization, etc.] A pavement design will be required for this project. To assist us in deriving a pavement structure,
we request that the following information be provided by _________________, 20___:
Current AADTs Projected AADTs (20-Year Design) Growth Rate Percentage of trucks A breakdown of truck percentages by axle types
A Traffic Report will also be required for this project. Attention should be given to the following
considerations:
Traffic counts Peak-hour volumes Turning movements Accident information Number of lanes, channelization, and signalization Intersection criteria (include site triangle information) Special needs (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle paths, sidewalks, etc.)
We would also appreciate an estimated time of response for a complete Traffic Report. At this time, please send us any information immediately available that will help us complete the
Preliminary Design Report. Also, the following information is necessary for us to proceed with the design process: ____:____ cc: _________________________, (Applicable Section Supervisor)
File
PRELIMINARY DESIGN REPORT 2-15 OBJECTIVE: Develop the Preliminary Design Report that will provide sufficient base information
to allow the preliminary engineering of the project to begin. NARRATIVE: Sufficient project information should be available to enable survey crews to do base line
survey work, establish ground control, and set elevation control and bench marks for the project.
START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of all tasks to this point. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Finalize the Preliminary Design Report established in Task 2-05 (Project Management Plan,Site
Review, and Kickoff Meeting), being sure to follow the format of Form 2-05A. 2. For intersection projects or those involving substantial traffic design, send the Preliminary Design
Report to the Traffic Engineer for review before submitting it for approval. 3. Submit the Preliminary Design Report to the County Engineer for review and approval
(Form 2-15A). RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Applicable Project Manager
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PRELIMINARY DESIGN REPORT TO COUNTY ENGINEER FOR APPROVAL 2-15A THURSTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING DIVISION M E M O R A N D U M Date: _______________, 20___ To: Dale Rancour, P.E., County Engineer From: (Applicable Project Manager) Subject: Preliminary Design Report for CRP________, (PROJECT NAME--Limits) Attached is the Preliminary Design Report for this project. With your concurrence, the preliminary engineering for this project will proceed based upon this criteria. Changes to the design criteria established in this report will require subsequent approval by you. ____:____ Attachment cc: Brent Payton, P.E., Engineering Services Manager File
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permits, maintenance requirements, etc. NARRATIVE: Determinations must be made to see what facilities or other improvements such as
railroads, gas pipelines, utilities, federal, state, or city installations are within the limits of the project. The project may involve normal utility relocation or any of these items may significantly impact the cost or timing of the project. Other municipalities should be contacted if this project will impact them.
START DEPENDENCIES: Approval of the Project Scope, Task 2-05. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Evaluate and review the project site and office records to determine which utilities or other
improvements may be involved. Keep a list of the utilities impacted by this project using the Utility Transmittal Recordings (Form 2-20B)
2. Send initial letter to affected agencies, utilities, or other municipalities notifying them of the
proposed project with a copy of the approved scope of work (Form 2-20A). 3. Follow up to ensure that all agreements, permits, easements, etc., that are necessary for the project
are identified and a time frame for their acquisition has been established. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Applicable Project Manager
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UTILITY COORDINATION—PRELIMINARY 2-20A
_______________, 20___ ` Re: CRP/Project Number Dear _________________________: The project is in the early stages of development. To assist us in the development phase of this project, we request that you provide us with any available information (location, depth, size, offset distance, details, etc.) regarding your utility. County staff will also contact the Utilities Underground Locator for information as well. An approved Preliminary Design Report, including vicinity map and typical roadway section, for this project is attached. When preliminary plans have been prepared, copies will be sent to you so we can coordinate our work and project schedule with you. At this time, we anticipate having this project to construction by (____________________). A response would be appreciated by (date allowing 2-week response period). If you have any questions in the interim, please contact me at ((###) ###-####). Sincerely, (Project Manager) (Title) ____:____ Attachments
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Date Date Additional Contact Additional Contact Additional Contact Sent Response Date Comments Date Comments Date Comments
First Letter
Second Letter
Third Letter
Fourth Letter
Fifth Letter
Final Letter
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PROPERTY OWNER NOTIFICATIONS 2-25
OBJECTIVE: Prepare letters to send out to property owners to inform them of the project. NARRATIVE: All major public works' projects will include a public outreach component that will inform
members of the public who will be directly impacted by the project. The public outreach will provide ample opportunity for the public to comment on the project and ask questions.
This task is important to inform the public that a project is being proposed in their area. It should be done before survey goes out in the field to start their work.
START DEPENDENCIES: Approval of the Preliminary Design Report by the County Engineer, Task 2-15. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Review project records. Obtain an aerial photo of project area showing potentially affected parcels.
Highlight the affected properties. 2. Obtain names and addresses (e.g., from the Geo-Data Department) of the property owners in
vicinity of proposed project. 3. Notify property owners of the project (Form 2-25A). RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Applicable Project Manager
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PROPERTY OWNER POSTCARD—PRELIMINARY EXAMPLE 2-25A
Thurston County Roads and Transportation Services Delphi Road – 700’ South of Lloyd Road to SR 101 Overpass
Thurston County is beginning the preliminary phases of a future project on Delphi Road SW. The project will improve safety by widening the roadway to provide 11’
lanes with 5’ paved shoulder on Delphi Road from 700 feet south of Lloyd Road to the McLane Elementary. Funding for this project will be a combination of State and County funding. County surveyors and other personnel will be out gathering data for this project and may need to enter property along the project corridor. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Randy Evans at (360) 754-4580 ext. 7816 or Diane Sheesley at (360) 754-4580 ext. 7235.
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SURVEY REQUEST 2-30 OBJECTIVE: Prepare a Survey Request. NARRATIVE: The Survey Request will be signed by the Applicable Project Manager, assigned a survey
due date, and submitted to the Survey Section. START DEPENDENCIES: 1. Approval of the Preliminary Design Report by the County Engineer, Task 2-15. 2. If Federal funds are involved, obtain approval from WSDOT for preliminary engineering, unless
stated otherwise by the Applicable Engineering Manager. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Complete a Survey Request (Form 2-30A) and obtain the approval of the Applicable Engineering
Manager. Attach a strip map made from the Assessor-Treasurer's quarter-section maps. (Obtain a copy from the Right-of-Way Agent.) The request typically should ask for basic survey data such as topography information, a centerline profile, cross-sections every 50 feet, existing right-of-way information, and any other key elements. The initial request for project shall include contacting “811” for pre-survey underground utility locates.
2. Check with the Survey Section on the feasibility of meeting the required date. 3. Obtain a written cost estimate of all survey work from the survey department. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Applicable Project Manager
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(APPLICABLE) ENGINEERING DIVISION Date: _______________, 20___ To: Randy Heft, P.L.S., Survey Section Supervisor From: Section Supervisor _________________________ Contact Person _________________________ Extension ________ Subject: Request for Survey Information Project: ____________________________________________ CRP/Project Number ________________ Project Location:_____________________________________________ Section ________ Township ________ Range ________ [ ] Map Attached [ ] Map Not Needed Description of Project: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Survey Information Requested: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ (Contact 811 to request locates of underground utilities in the area. The list of utilities likely to have facilities in the area is attached.) Special Conditions/Additional Comments: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Date Survey Information Requested by _________________________ Approved by Applicable Project Manager: __________________________ Date: _______________
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PRELIMINARY DESIGN SCHEDULE 2-35 OBJECTIVE: Develop schedule of project tasks. NARRATIVE: Preliminary durations are assigned for the various work tasks involved with the project or
equivalent. The critical path for the project will be determined, and completion dates will be assigned to each significant work task. Staffing requirements will also be determined for the project. Completion of this task may not occur until a detailed scope of work has been established.
START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of Task 1-45, Project Design Authorization. TASKS INVOLVED:
1. Develop Gantt Chart of project tasks using MS Project (or other accepted software). The template file can be found using the following file path O:\ENGINEERING_SERVICES\TCPW Project Delivery Manual\DOCUMENTS, titled Design Schedule Template.
2. Establish key milestones for the project.
3. Schedule tasks to mesh with other projects underway.
4. Review project schedule and labor estimates with responsible section or division.
• Check to assure all work items are included.
• Check to assure schedule is attainable and acceptable.
• Check labor estimates.
5. Print final project schedule. Project manager shall update schedule monthly and provide to the
Design Engineering Manager. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Applicable Project Manager
CHAPTER 3

HORIZONTAL CONTROL AND MONUMENT TIES 3-05 OBJECTIVE: Survey by conventional traverse and/or GPS all monumentation necessary to control
the location of the project alignment and right-of-way. NARRATIVE: All horizontal control work shall meet or exceed Second Order, Class II standards as
defined in WSDOT’s (M-22-97) Highway Surveying Manual using NAD83,91. START DEPENDENCIES:
1. Receipt of Survey Request Form 2. If the project limits extend onto private property, notification letters will be mailed out. Right of
Entry Permits from the property owners may be obtained when extensive work and/or brushing is required.
3. At the time of the survey, the crew will make a reasonable effort to inform the property owners
that the crew is onsite to do the survey work that was explained in the Right of Entry Permit. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Reconnaissance and Project Layout. 2. Field traverse and/or GPS of required monumentation using electronic data collection. 3. Establish all monumentation on NAD83, 91, Washington State Plane Coordinate, South Zone, and
convert to project datum. 4. Download and adjust traverse data. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Surveyor Assistant County Surveyor Survey Crew Party Chief
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VERTICAL CONTROL AND BENCHMARKS 3-10
OBJECTIVE: Establish Vertical Control and Benchmarks as necessary to control the elevation of
the project. NARRATIVE: All surveys done for the purpose of establishing network benchmarks shall be done
according to existing vertical control procedures. Project specific benchmarks shall tie into at least two and preferably three Thurston County network benchmarks. All vertical control shall be related to a vertical benchmark based on the national geodetic vertical datum of 1929 (NGVD).
START DEPENDENCIES:
1. Receipt of Survey Request Form
TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Research existing benchmarks in project area. 2. Run levels between existing benchmarks, or, if only one bench mark is within the project limit, run a
closed loop from and to the bench mark to verify elevations. 3. Establish temporary project benchmarks. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Surveyor Assistant County Surveyor Survey Crew Party Chief
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TOPOGRAPHIC MAPPING--FIELD 3-15 OBJECTIVE: Complete the field survey topographic work. NARRATIVE: All topographic features within the project limits and sufficiently beyond shall be located
such that minor revisions can be made to the project without having to request additional survey work.
START DEPENDENCIES:
1. Receipt of Survey Request 2. Completion of Horizontal (Task 3-05) and Vertical (Task 3-10) Control. TASKS INVOLVED:
1. Obtain Right of Entry or permission from property owner to enter property.
2. Complete field topographic survey work for the project to locate the existing roadway as well as all utilities (including any underground locate paint marks visible), structures, fences, signs, mail boxes, traffic appurtenances, access locations, drainage features, existing grade breaks and terrain features and all other pertinent topographic features. Distances between cross sections of the project area shall not be more than 50 feet.
RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Surveyor Assistant County Surveyor Survey Crew Party Chief
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TOPOGRAPHIC MAPPING - OFFICE 3-20 OBJECTIVE: Prepare a topographic map that will serve as the base map for the project design. NARRATIVE: Computer Aided Drafting Software will be used to develop a project topographic map from
field data. The project alignment, existing right-of-ways, utilities, structures, drainage features, and other appropriate features will be shown. A surface model TIN will be developed and 1-foot contours generated.
START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of Topographic Mapping--Field (Task 3-15). TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Import electronic data from Topographic Mapping--Field (Task 3-15 ). 2. Produce topographic map using Thurston County standard layers, line types and symbols. 3. Develop an existing ground surface model TIN and generate contours. 4. Have topographic map verified in field by survey crew. 5. Make final edits to map. 6. Transfer map (electronic files) to project folder and /or Design Engineer. . RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Surveyor Assistant County Surveyor
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WETLANDS MAPPING 3-25 OBJECTIVE: Map all wetlands within the project vicinity as flagged by the Wetland Biologist. START DEPENDENCIES: 1. Receipt of Survey Request Form 2. Completion of Wetlands Field Location (Task 5-02.) TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Assist with or survey the wetland boundary flags and Test Hole/Plot locations. 2. Prepare a map, using CAD software, identifying the flagged wetland areas. 3. Field verify map and edit as needed. 4. Transfer map to project folder and/or design engineer. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Surveyor Assistant County Surveyor
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RIGHT-OF-WAY/ALIGNMENT RESEARCH 3-30
OBJECTIVE: Research the project's road centerline alignment and right-of-way. NARRATIVE: Perform the research necessary to establish the project’s alignment and right-of-way. START DEPENDENCIES: 1. Completion of a preliminary route alignment map, if applicable. 3. Completion of necessary research to develop preliminary right of way map. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Order Title Reports and review existing field books, recorded surveys, plats, short plats, subdivision
work, and other pertinent information in the vicinity of the project. 2. Determine if all of the GLO corners needed to do a section subdivision, to determine ownership of
the public right of way, are in the counties database. If additional corners are needed for the section subdivision, they need to be identified prior to the establishment of the horizontal and vertical used to do the topographic mapping.
RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Surveyor Assistant County Surveyor
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PLS Stamp
Road Date, (listed on centerline or tables)
All Parcels Identified
Basis of Bearing and Conversion Factor, (Grid to Ground)
Show all cut and fill lines
Proposed Right-Of-Way Station Offsets are Labeled with the Direction of the Centerline Stationing
Right-Of-Way Schedule and Right-Of-Way Curve Data Tables
Section Subdivision, (Separate Sheet) List Types of Monuments, (Brass, Pipe, Etc or Calculated).
Title Block
Text Height, (Min. 0.08). No Crossing Text with Lines
Edge of Pavement, Fence and Driveways and all structures within 30 feet of existing Right-of-Way
Centerline Curve Labels Identified as C-## and Right-Of-Way Curve Labels as RW-##
Plot Stamp
Subdivisions are Identified with Plat Names, (Evergreen Estates/SS-9876/LLS-5678)
Centerline Stationing Every 100 Feet and on All Points of Directional Change, (BOP, PC’s, PT’s, PCC’s, PRC’s, Angle Points, EOP)
Match lines where necessary, marked with stationing with no overlaps
Parcel Numbers on Map Match the Right-Of-Way Schedule Table and Confirm the Numbers and Owners are Correct and Their Names are Spelled Correctly.
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RIGHT-OF-WAY CHECK PROCEDURES (CONTINUED) 3-30A
Assessor’s Parcel Acreage is listed to the Hundredth of an Acre, This is How
it should read in the Right-Of-Way Schedule Table Total Area. The Take and the Remainder should be listed to the Thousandth of an Acre.
Property lines of parcels shown on these plans are calculated by interpolation of deeds and other information found in public records and should not be construed as actual survey.
2) CALCULATIONS CHECK
Area of Proposed Right of Way Acquisitions
Math of the Right-Of-Way Schedule Table
Centerline Data Matches the Curve and Line Tables
Road Data Lengths Equal the Stationing 3) Final
Set Up Meeting with the Design, Real Estate Services, and the Survey Teams to Discuss the Final
Right-Of-Way Plan
Make Any Changes Discussed at the Previous Meeting and or Plot Paper Copies to give to the Real Estate Services Team
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PRELIMINARY RIGHT-OF-WAY MAP 3-35 OBJECTIVE: Prepare a Preliminary Right-of-Way Map. NARRATIVE: A preliminary right-of-way will be completed using CAD software. It will show all fences,
driveways, edge of pavement and existing centerline. This map will be the basis for the right of way plan.
START DEPENDENCIES:
1. Completion of Right-of-Way/Alignment Research (Task 3-30).
2 Completion of Horizontal Control and ties to all GLO corners, not in the counties database, but are needed for the section subdivision. (Task 3-05).
TASKS INVOLVED:
1. Calculate section subdivisions and right of way alignment. 2. Calculate existing right of way widths, easements and parcel lines. 3. Import cut/fill lines from designed alignment. 4. Generate proposed right of way lines, using the cut/fill lines. 5. Order title reports for those parcels that are impacted by the proposed right of way lines. 6. Provide a copy of the preliminary map to the Real Estate Services section for review.
RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Survey Section Supervisor Assistant County Surveyor
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PRELIMINARY RIGHT-OF-WAY PLAN CHECK 3-40
OBJECTIVE: Check the right-of-way plan for survey accuracy and completeness. NARRATIVE: Proposed right-of-way, easements and section subdivision will be checked for accuracy. START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of Preliminary Right-of-Way Plan. (Task 3-35) TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Check preliminary right of way as detailed in task 3-30A to allow legal descriptions to be written. 2. If needed schedule preliminary projects walk through with all parties, to go over Right-of-Way plan. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Surveyor Assistant County Surveyor
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1. Completion of Right-of-Way/Alignment Research (Task 3-30).
2 Completion of Horizontal Control (Task 3-05).
3. Completion of preliminary right of way map TASKS INVOLVED:
1. Finalize map showing existing right-of-way, proposed right of way, and right-of-way easements.. 2. Write centerline description. 3. Forward copy of map, centerline description, electronic files, and hardcopy to assigned Engineer.
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CENTERLINE LAYOUT, STATIONING 3-50 OBJECTIVE: Layout the project alignment by field survey. NARRATIVE: Project control will be staked in the field according to the stationing system determined by
the assigned Design Engineer. START DEPENDENCIES:
1. Receipt of Survey Request Form 2. Completion of Tasks 3-05 and 3-10 sufficient to establish Project Control.
TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Layout centerline stationing determined by the design engineer. Staking shall be done at 50 foot
stations, all angle points, all PC’s and PT’s, and all changes at changes in right of way width. 2. Stake the beginning and end of project. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): County Surveyor Assistant County Surveyor Survey Crew Party Chief
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RIGHT-OF-WAY STAKING—CALL FOR BIDS 3-55 OBJECTIVE: This work involves setting right-of-way stakes for the entire project. NARRATIVE: The right-of-way will be staked to aid the prospective bidders in their estimating and bidding
process. START DEPENDENCIES: 1. Finalization of Right-of-Way Plan, Task 6-14. 2. Receipt of a Survey Request Form. 3. Upon completion or concurrently with Advertisement and Call for Bids, Task 4-90. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Provide right-of-way stakes at 50-foot stations:
• Located at the beginning and end of all horizontal curves and beginning and end of all changes of width.
• Maintaining a staking accuracy of +/-0.1 feet.
2. After field crews have completed staking of the existing and proposed right of way, a project
visitation will be scheduled with the County Surveyor, Assistant County Surveyor and Party Chief to verify the staking.
3. After verification of staked right of way by the County Surveyor, Assistant County Surveyor and the
Party Chief, let the Right of Way Section know so they can schedule a project visitation with the County Engineer, Design Engineer, and County Surveyor to see if any changes need to be made in the design or what information needs to be in the road construction agreement.
CHAPTER 4

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DESIGN CRITERIA AND STANDARDS 4-02 OBJECTIVE: Design criteria and standards are developed, adopted and
applied to all projects NARRATIVE: The agency should use current procedures, design guides, and manuals for design of
infrastructure such as roadway geometrics, streets, drainage facilities, traffic control, street lighting, pavement, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, bridge, tunnel and retaining wall design, etc. This ensures that improvements are being developed consistent.
START DEPENDENCIES: Project Design Authorization by the County Engineer, Task 1-45. TASKS INVOLVED: The Following manuals and design guides shall be used on public works projects.
• Thurston County Road Standards
• Thurston County Drainage Design and Erosion Control Manual
• Development Standards for Water and Sewer Systems (Thurston County)
• Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington
• WSDOT Standard Specifications and Standard Plans
• The Criteria for Sewage Works Design (Washington State Department of Ecology)
• Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets (AASHTO, “The Green Book”)
• WSDOT Bridge Design Manual LRFD
• Water System Design (Washington Department of Health)
• AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• AASHTO Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges
• AASHTO Roadside Design Guide
• If Applicable, Cities Standards for Urban Growth Areas RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Applicable Project Manager
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TRAFFIC STUDY 4-05 OBJECTIVE: Perform all work associated with the analysis of existing and
projected traffic conditions for the project. NARRATIVE: The Traffic Division is responsible for determining all aspects of the project involved with
the movement of traffic. START DEPENDENCIES: 1. Project Design Authorization by the County Engineer, Task 1-45. 2. Traffic Division Review, Task 2-10. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Determine average daily traffic (ADT) and percentage of trucks. Project volumes for the design
year. 2. Identify lane requirements. 3. Identify intersection design needs. 4. Perform signal warrant analysis and needs for other traffic control devices. 5. Determine planned posted speed. 6. Determine any roadway alignment considerations affecting traffic. 7. Prepare detailed Traffic Report and send a copy to the Applicable Section Supervisor. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Traffic Engineer and Applicable Project Manager
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ALIGNMENT ANALYSIS--PRELIMINARY 4-10 OBJECTIVE: Analyze alternative roadway alignments and establish the final horizontal and
vertical alignment for the project. NARRATIVE: This task concerns studying different alternatives and developing a planning base map. START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of a Topographic Mapping Office, Task 3-20. TASKS INVOLVED: 1. Using the Topographic base map produced under Task 3-20, create a planning base map at the
appropriate scale, may including existing ground contours at 2-foot intervals. 2. Plot alignment alternatives on base map drawing so right-of-way estimates can be made. 3. Prepare comparative cost estimates for alternatives, if applicable. 4. Prepare for 30% Review meeting Task 4-20. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Applicable Project Manager
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PRELIMINARY SOILS INVESTIGATION 4-15 OBJECTIVE: Develop a Preliminary Soils Report for the project by use of in-house resources or
consultants and determine whether more in-depth soils investigations are necessary.
NARRATIVE: Soils analysis work will be done through the Design Engineering Section. The Design
Engineering Section will need to coordinate with the Operations Manager for use of a County backhoe and operator. A geotechnical consultant may be required to secure additional information.
START DEPENDENCIES: Completion of Initial Topographic Mapping Field Task 3-15. TASKS INVOLVED: 1 Make an on-site visit of the project and record soils findings for file purposes. 2. Compile a soils map for the project site and determine soils classifications throughout project using
available SCS or other information. 3. Discuss soils conditions with local residents, Maintenance, and Construction Inspection personnel. 4. When necessary, have soils logs dug to determine the following:
• Soil log information • Groundwater elevations • Limits of unsuitable material (if applicable)
5. Investigate Development Review’s records for projects in the vicinity, and review applicable soils
information for any submitted projects. 6. Determine whether a Detailed Soils Report will be necessary. 7. Prepare a Soils Report for the project file. RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S): Applicable Project Manager
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30% PLAN REVIEW 4-20 OBJECTIVE: Review alignment alternatives, including pavement design, to assure consistency
with project vision. NARRATIVE: Review alignment alternatives (vertical and horizontal) and pavement design

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