Item - 2014.PW28.5
Tracking Status
- City Council adopted this item on February 19, 2014 without amendments and without debate.
- This item was considered by the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on January 9, 2014 and adopted without amendment. It will be considered by City Council on February 19, 2014.
PW28.5 - Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge and Ordnance Triangle Master Plan - Status Update
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted on Consent
- Ward:
- 19 - Trinity-Spadina
City Council Decision
City Council on February 19 and 20, 2014, adopted the following:
1. City Council assign to Build Toronto the authority to develop a Design/Build process and deliver the design and construction of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge as part of its Ordnance Triangle Lands Master Plan and area development in accordance with the criteria set out in this report and in Attachment 4 to the report (December 17, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B.
2. City Council direct that funding be provided to Build Toronto for the delivery of the Design/Build process and the design and construction of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle bridge from the Waterfront Secretariat Capital Budget and from Section 37 and Section 45 contributions received for the 30 Ordnance development, and from Section 37 and Section 45 contributions from the subsequent phases of the Ordnance Triangle Lands development, to a maximum of $19.7 million.
3. City Council authorize City staff to negotiate and enter into an agreement with Build Toronto to have Build Toronto undertake the design and construction of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycling Bridge on behalf of the City, and to provide for a financial contribution from the City, all in accordance with the criteria set out in the report (December 17, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B, and Attachment 4 to the report (December 17, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B, on terms acceptable to the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services and the Waterfront Project Director, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor, and that the appropriate City staff be authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
4. City Council authorize City staff to negotiate and enter into any required agreements, including rail crossing agreements, with property owners and/or affected railway companies, as required to permit the construction, maintenance and use of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge, on terms acceptable to the Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the Waterfront Project Director, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor, and the appropriate City staff be authorized to execute any required agreements on behalf of the City.
5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, in the event that acceptable crossing agreements cannot be negotiated, to undertake an application to the Canadian Transportation Agency under the Canadian Transportation Act, to obtain permission from the Agency for the construction, use and future maintenance of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge.
6. City Council request the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B, and Build Toronto staff to report back to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee prior to contract award if the Design/Build Project Steering Committee identifies concerns regarding the delivery of a high quality architectural design or if the price exceeds $19.7 million.
Background Information (Committee)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2014/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-65548.pdf
PW28.5 - Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge and Ordnance Triangle Master Plan - Status Update
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Adopted
- Ward:
- 19 - Trinity-Spadina
Committee Recommendations
The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends that:
1. City Council assign to Build Toronto the authority to develop a Design/Build process and deliver the design and construction of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge as part of its Ordnance Triangle Lands Master Plan and area development in accordance with the criteria set out in this report and in Attachment 4 to the report (December 17, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B.
2. City Council direct that funding be provided to Build Toronto for the delivery of the Design/Build process and the design and construction of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle bridge from the Waterfront Secretariat Capital Budget and from Section 37 and Section 45 contributions received for the 30 Ordnance development, and from Section 37 and Section 45 contributions from the subsequent phases of the Ordnance Triangle Lands development, to a maximum of $19.7 million.
3. City Council authorize staff to negotiate and enter into an agreement with Build Toronto to have Build Toronto undertake the design and construction of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycling Bridge on behalf of the City, and to provide for a financial contribution from the City, all in accordance with the criteria set out in the report (December 17, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B, and Attachment 4 to the report (December 17, 2013) from the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B, on terms acceptable to the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services and the Waterfront Project Director, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor, and that the appropriate City staff be authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
4. City Council grant authority to City staff to negotiate and enter into any required agreements, including rail crossing agreements, with property owners and/or affected railway companies, as required to permit the construction, maintenance and use of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge, on terms acceptable to the Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services and the Waterfront Project Director, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor, and that the appropriate City staff be authorized to execute any required agreements on behalf of the City.
5. City Council grant authority to the City Solicitor, in the event that acceptable crossing agreements cannot be negotiated, to undertake an application to the Canadian Transportation Agency under the Canadian Transportation Act, to obtain permission from the Agency for the construction, use and future maintenance of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge.
6. City Council request the Deputy City Manager, Cluster B, and Build Toronto staff to report back to Public Works and Infrastructure Committee prior to contract award if the Design/Build Project Steering Committee identifies concerns regarding the delivery of a high quality architectural design or if the price exceeds $19.7 million.
Origin
Summary
The purpose of this report is to update the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on the results of a coordinated review conducted by City staff and Build Toronto of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge with the stated goal of delivering the bridge at a reduced cost and through its integration with area development in the Ordnance Triangle Lands.
The review included an Environmental Assessment Addendum conducted by City staff to assess various bridge alignment and structural options which featured some form of a reclining arch, as proposed in the initial design phase. Staff recommends that this EA Addendum be completed and filed on the public record in accordance with provincial regulations.
A cost review of bridge structural options based on arch design alternatives, railway corridor user requirements, and other costs has been completed based on the alignment options and the preferred alignment identified in the EA Addendum. Build Toronto and City staff have concluded that the arch bridge design and construction, and all related railway, real estate, legal and contract administration costs would still exceed the project budget of $19.7 Million.
The timely completion of the Fort York Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge is critical to the development of the Ordnance Triangle lands and also achieves other City transportation and public realm objectives. In order to fulfill this goal, City staff and Build Toronto are recommending the development of a Design/Build process in order to achieve a high quality bridge design and complete its construction within the current budget. The Design/Build requirements should allow for a range of design and material options and not be restricted to an arch design.
In keeping with Build Toronto's mandate to unlock the value in under-utilized lands, City and Build Toronto staff recommend that Build Toronto, as the City's agent, lead the Design/Build process and deliver the bridge as part of its Ordnance Lands development. The City will provide funding to Build Toronto from the Waterfront Secretariat Capital Budget and from Section 37 and Section 45 contributions received for the 30 Ordnance development, and from Section 37 and Section 45 contributions from the subsequent phases of the Ordnance Triangle Lands development, to a maximum of $19.7 M. Participation in this project by Build Toronto is subject to Build Toronto Board approval.
City staff will continue to work with Build Toronto to establish the project management, financing, public consultation and procurement details for the project. Build Toronto would also be responsible for completing all required legal agreements, including rail crossing agreements, and City staff are seeking authority to negotiate and complete agreements, as may be required, to assist Build Toronto. Following completion of the bridge, the City will assume ownership of the asset.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2014/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-65548.pdf