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Resolution approving agreement with Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) for activities involved with a diagnostic review of the Walnut Road private crossing and approving a fund transfer of $50,000 from Bus Stop Improvements (CIP #9008) to Engineering consulting services
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WHEREAS, in 2025, the Federal Rail Administration (FRA) notified the City the need to reaffirm two quiet zones and the reaffirmation was done in Spring of 2025;
WHEREAS, the FRA has minimum requirements for private crossings and the City is responsible for maintaining these signs and there is a need for a full diagnostic review of the Walnut Road crossing;
WHEREAS, the Union Pacific Railroad is requiring the signing of an agreement for up to $50,000 for its team’s participation in the diagnostic review
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Wauwatosa that proper city officials be authorized to enter into an agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad for activities involved with a diagnostic review of the Walnut Road private crossing and approve a Level 3 fund transfer of $50,000 from Bus Stop Improvements (CIP #9008) to Engineering consulting services for a diagnostic review.
By: Financial Affairs Committee
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Recommendation: Approve 7-0