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Florida Shared-Use Non-motorized Trail Network Supplemental Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation to fully fund construction of the Pinellas Trail South Gap from 126th Avenue North to Ulmerton Road.
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Approval of the Florida Shared-Use Non-motorized Trail Network Supplemental Agreement (Agreement) with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to fully fund construction of the Pinellas Trail South Gap from 126th Avenue North to Ulmerton Road.
• The original agreement, approved by the Board of County Commissioners on April 23, 2024, provided a grant reimbursement amount of $2,244,074.00. (Granicus Item 23-1986A)
• This Agreement provides an additional grant reimbursement amount of $1,252,633.00 to fully fund the construction amount of $3,496,707.00.
• This project will continue the construction of a Trail loop within the County.
• Funding is budgeted under the Pinellas Trail South Gap - 126th Avenue North to Ulmerton Road Project 003883A, funded by state grant funding and the Penny for Pinellas. Total available funding is the amount of the full project allocation as represented in the approved budget. Available funding in excess of the recommended not-to-exceed amount is available for other project costs.
PID No. 003883A; FDOT Supplemental Agreement No. 1 in the amount of $1,252,633.00 for a total project funding of $3,496,707.00; original Agreement term remains as January 15, 2026; Authorize the Chairman to sign and the Clerk of the Circuit Court to attest.
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Strategic Plan:
2.5 Enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety
4.4 Invest in infrastructure to meet current and future needs
4.5 Provide safe and effective transportation systems to support the efficient flow of motorists, commerce and regional connectivity.
4.6 Support a vibrant community with recreation, arts, and culture to attract residents and visitors.
Summary:
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This Agreement provides additional FDOT SUN Trail grant funding for construction of the Pinellas Trail from 126th Avenue North to Ulmerton Road, which is part of the Pinellas Trail South Gap. This portion of the Trail connects into the existing and committed Trail segments and infrastructure.
The Florida Shared-use Nonmotorized Trail Network Program is a 100% grant funded program; therefore FDOT has increased the funding to cover 100% of the construction costs for the project.
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Background Information:
The Board of County Commissioners approved the original agreement for this project on April 23, 2024, in the amount of $2,244,707.00. The lowest bid for construction of this project was received August 7, 2024, in the amount of $3,496,707.00 which was submitted to FDOT for concurrence in award. FDOT subsequently provided the Supplemental Agreement to fully fund construction of the project.
The Pinellas Trail Loop provides a vital link to the emerging Southwest Coast Regional Trail and the Courtney Campbell Causeway Trail, as well as providing a critical connection to the Coast-to-Coast Trail. Completing this Trail Loop will connect low income and minority areas, as well as provide connection to employment opportunities, educational facilities, and other community resources through a vibrant non-motorized, multi-modal transportation network. The economic and safety benefits of completing this Trail Loop remain a priority for our local and regional government agencies, businesses, citizens, and visitors. The Trail Loop also provides safe, multi-modal opportunities with connectivity to transit, ride share, bike lanes, and other facilities.
Fiscal Impact:
Funding is budgeted under the Pinellas Trail South Gap - 126th Ave N to Ulmerton Rd Project 003883A, funded by state grant funding and the Penny for Pinellas. Total available funding is the amount of the full project allocation as represented in the approved budget. Available funding in excess of the recommended not-to-exceed amount is available for other project costs.
Staff Member Responsible:
Kelli Hammer Levy, Director, Public Works
Partners:
FDOT
Attachments:
Supplemental Agreement
Agreement
Project Location Map