Discussion and possible action to authorize the development and submission of a "Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development" or (BUILD) application under the Office of the Secretary of Transportation (DOT) in an amount not to exceed $3,000,000 for the paving and associated infrastructure improvements to Ranch Road 6073A/B located in Colonia La Presa adjacent to the Magana-Hein Road and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and are compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) policy. This application does not require a County Match. Therefore, there will be no impact to the General Fund.
Issue: Ranch Road 6073A/B located in Colonia La Presa adjacent to the Magana-Hein Road is in dire need of repair and is impassable during inclement weather conditions.
Solution: Submit a BUILD application under the Office of the Secretary of Transportation (DOT) that proposes to address the identified issue regarding Ranch Road 6073A/B.
Result: If funded, Webb County shall pave Ranch Road 6073A/B and perform associated roadway infrastructure improvements that will make it a safe alternative roadway that transverses the length of Colonia La Presa.
Background:
Authorization to develop and submit a "Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development" or (BUILD) application under the Office of the Secretary of Transportation (DOT)