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Home My WebLink About2006 - Engineer Final CommentsJOSEPH W. SCHULKE, P.E. JODAH S. BIli1.E, P,E, WILLIAM P. STCODARO, Ph D„ P.E. pI 4irrmik SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD, L.L.C. CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING • LAND PLANNING • ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING T,: David Fisher—C.O.S. Engineering Dept. From: Joseph W. Schulke, P.E. F, -,Ix: 772-589-5570 Pages: 10 including cover sheet Plxx= Date: 4-6-06 Ashbury — ---- CC: ❑ Urgenc ❑ For Review ❑ Please Comment ❑ Please Reply ❑ Please Recyc . C:ornments: -- Attached are final comments and other related correspondence for the Ashbury Subdivision. The original has been mailed to your office. 1717 INDIAN RIVER BLVD., SUITE 201 VERO BEACH, FLORIDA 32960 TEL 772/ 770-9622 FAX 772 / 770-9496 EMAIIL sbseng@bellsouth.net T001(j Q2lva(lo sl HILLIH MaRDS 96660LLZLL -131 Z9:0T 900Z/90/V0 JOSEPH W. SCHULKE, P.E. JODAH B. BITTLE, P.E. WILLIAM P. STODODARD, Ph.D., P.E. April 6, 2006 David Fisher SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD, L.L.C. CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING • LAND PLANNING - ENVIRONMEN' 4L PERMITTING City Engineer 1325 Main Street Sebastian, FL 32958 Re: Ashbury Final Comments Dear Dave, In response to the remaining issues at Ashbury, I have: Sidewalks — Attached is my correspondence to Tracy Haas and to you (Dav , Fisher) regarding sidewalk requirements. On November 1, 2004, I attended i TRC meeting at the City to review the construction plans. I had not proposed a sidewalk north of our project frontage (in front of the FP&L substation on Powerline Rd.) for several reasons, which are: a. Typically, we are only required to construct improvements along ou; frontage. b. The existing grades at FP&L were much lower than the proposed Powerline Rd. grades. In order to construct the sidewalk along the e: st right-of-way line, we would have to fill several feet, which would ca ase anencroachment onto FP&L property with the fill sloped. However, at the T.R.C., it was strongly recommended that I add the sidewal c along Powerline Rd. from our northern limits, across FP&L's frontage and connect to the sidewalk at the Pelican Isle Apartments. Your staff suggested I put the 5' sidewalk against the curb to solve the fill slope encroachment probler. I. Based on this recommendation, I revised the plans and submitted for final approval. Attached are my notes from the meeting and correspondence to yc u dated November 24, 2004, indicating that we revised the sidewalk pursuant :o staff review and request. Based on the above, I would respectfully request your acceptance of the sidc walk construction as completed. 2. Drainage pipe crossing Powerline Rd. —I did not realize the City had a policy or regulation prohibiting B.C.C.M.P. pipe in the right-of-way. On the contrary. I was under the impressions that this was a suitable pipe, and the ADS -N12 pipe,, vhich 1717 INDIAN RIVER BLVD., SUITE 201, VERO BEACH, FLORIDA 32960 TEL 772 / 770-9622 FAx 772 / 770-9496 EMAIL info@ebsengineers.com ZOOM UHV0001SV HI,LLI9 MR113S 96Y60LLZLL 1211 Z9:0T 900Z/90/t0 the entire site was specified to have, would not be allowed - many agencies do not allow plastic pipe in their right-of-way (i.e.: I.R.C.). The pipe was specitica .ly changed in the right-of-way to B.C.C.M.P. for this reason, and because, as . L rule, we do not specify plastic pipe where it will be exposed to direct sunlight. T its pipe outfalls into a ditch and is exposed to sunlight. Our use of B.C.C.M.P. was not proposed as a cost saving measure, but based on our understanding of v hat the City would prefer and approve. At this point, the pipe is installed crossing Powerline Rd., and I do not belie ve the removal and replacement with ADS or RCP is in the City's best interest. Tl is would leave a patch and potential area where settlement would likely occur now or in the future. I also believe that the expected design life of the B.C.C.MY. is adequate and will outlast the pavement design life. Based on the above, I w ,uld respectfully request your acceptance of the drainage pipe as installed. Dead end condition at Powerline Rd. — Based on my recent conversation wi 1 you, I understand that the Police Department concurs that a clear and level; rea is more desirable than the installation of a guardrail. We have submitted specifications to your office for approval. In general, we proposed to add additional signage and clear and level a suitable area beyond the pavement terminus to permit a vehicle to stop if it were to run through the warning sib as. I believe this addresses the remaining items on the punchlist for Ashbury subdivision that require your additional consideration. Please let me know your decisions on these matters as soon as possible. If y )u have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to con :act my office. ke. P.E. �MNST,3-11 Me £00ln allVaaOISV HIJ219 HYMOS 96t60LLZLL 'I2.L £4:0T 900Z/90/V0 JOSEPH W. JODAHB Bffniz'P.EE PE SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD, L.L.C.WILLIAM P, STODOARD. 'h.D„ P.E. CIVIL 8 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING • LAND PLANNING • ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTMIG Felic � FILE To: Tracy Haas From: Joseph Schulke, P.E. Fax: 589-2566 Pages: 2 including cover Phone: 589-5330 Date: 11 /29/2004 Re: Ashbury Subdivision CC: The Coy A. Clark Company, Coy C !ark ❑ Urgent ❑ For Review ❑ Please Comment ❑ Please Reply ❑ PIease R.eryc . Comments: Attached, please find the comment letter dated November 24, 2004 for the City of Sebastian, n ferring to Ashbury Subdivision/Powerline Road for the addition of the sidewalk. 1140 70 COURT, SUITE F VERO BEACH, FLORIDA 32960 TEL 772/ 770-9622 FAx 772 / 770-9496 EMAIlLsbseng@gate.net too FA affa(I01S'8 H'IJ.LIH HZTIIIHOS 96t60LLZLL IRI £5:Oi 90OZ/90/tO JOSEPH W. SCH:ULKE, P.E. JODAH S. SITTLF, P.E. WILLAIM P. STOODARD, Ph.D., P.E. SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD, L.L.C. CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING • LAND PLANNhYG • ENVIRONM'ENZ It PERMITTING r November 24, 2004 Dave ]fisher P.E. City Engineer Clity of Sebastian 1225 Main Street 'Sebastian, FL 32958 Re: Ashbury Subdivision Lear IVir. Fisher, Enclosed please find five (5) sets of revised plans for the above referenced project We have added the sidewalk in Powerline Road pursuant to staff review and roque �t. This should complete the subdivision review. Please prepare final permit A.S.A.P, If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call. $i/ah rel , i� Jo Eittle, RE, Cc:: The Coy A. Clark Company; Coy Clark 1717 INDIAN RIVER BLVD., SUITE 30J., VERO BEACH, FLORIDA 32960 TEL 772 / 770-9622 Fuc 772 / 770-9496 EmAiL sbsengfbellsouth.net 900[n (IMUOZSV B'I.LLIH MIIIIHOS 96V60LLZLL "IH.L t9 : 0T 90OZ/90/t O SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD, L.L.C. CIM & SMIXTUPAL ENGINEERING - LAND PLANNING - FI MROMWNTAL PERMITTING TEL 772 / 770-9622 FAx 772 / 770-9496 1140 r"COURT, SUITE F EMAIL sbaem@gate.not VERO BEACH, FL 32960 nc- SHEET NO. r OF CALCULATEDBYDAY - _ CHECKED BY 42P. A I r- DAT '. 900 in auu(ioLtsv nLiia mnfiHos 9060LML -IHI t:0T 900Z/90/t0 - 1-t-7 ------- ------- ------- ...... ...... 1 t- _- -_ _ - -- -_...... _4 -- --- ------ - ----- 21 . ..... ------ f ------- --- - - ---- . ... ..... j... ------ ...... . ..... ... . ... 4- tA 12 0-� ------ - ---- ----------- ----- -4 -4-4 900 in auu(ioLtsv nLiia mnfiHos 9060LML -IHI t:0T 900Z/90/t0 Ashbury Subdivision Punch List Page 1 of 2 1 userl2 ,From: � er@cityofsebastian.org] /Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2006 2:43 PM To: 'Ken Jones' Cc: Alfred Minner; Rich Stringer, Rebecca Grohail; Wayne Eseltine Subject: RE: Ashbury Subdivision Punch List Ken el: al. -- In response: We will review and evaluate your proposed traffic barrier / signage / ditch fill-in remedy and get back to you within the coming days. Both the sidewalk and the CMP issues are NOT settled and both require further discussion Any discussions we have had about that since the field inspection visit (and they have been ver brief and not particuiady substantive) have been only for issue identification with no mutual concurrence'n place. There are, some attendant circumstances that need to be documented such as (1) the project staff bringing the sidewalk issue to the attention of the City in a timely manner and the City's response at that time; .and (2) regarding the pipe: why the standard pipe spec was not used and an evaluation whether the currently installed pipe is adequate and, if not, whether we will require replacement or a bond or sour ? other measure in the matter. — Dave Fisher --- -Original Message ----- From: Ken ]ones[mailto:kjones@sbsengineers.com] Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2006 2:30 PM To: 'David Fisher' Cc: rob@coydark.com Sut>ject: Ashbury Subdivision Punch List Dave: One item on the punch list for Ashbury is a remedy to prevent traffic from running into the sh dlow north -south ditch at the end of Powerline Road. We would like to recommend filling the ditch 'or a distance of 100 feet to the south and placing FDOT recommended signage at the end of Pov erline in accordance with page 17349 Case II of the FDOT Design Standards Manual. This would ii )elude three Red reflectors to be located at the end of Powerline (one in addition to the two existing; with a W14-1 Dead End sign facing the oncoming Powerline Road traffic at the Roy Ave. intersectic i. In addition a two way WI - 7 sign would be placed facing the oncoming Roy Ave. traffic. We fee, that this would be a safer solution than erecting a barrier at the end of Powerline road and reduce liability for all. Using signage would be similar to the solution the City used at Larkspur and Grandeui Please let me know as soon as possible if this solution is acceptable to the City so the develc per can proceed to fill the ditch and order the signs. It is my understanding, in previous discussions with Joe Schulke the City has agreed to accel t the sidewalk as installed and this is no longer an issue. I also, understand the City had a concern regarding the drainage pipe extending from the drai gage 3/29/2006 L00n (INWINZSN HIJ219 213MHOS 96660LLZLL -IU 99:0T 9002/90/}r0 Ashbury Subdivision Punch List Page 2 of 2 structures on Powedine Road to the ditch west of the Right -of -Way. The installed pipe is b :uminous coated and provides an extended life over standard CMP. We respectfully request the City concur and approve the installation. Ali other items on the punch list are being addressed. Please let me know if the solution to the Kenneth Jones Construction Manager Schulke, Bittle & Stoddard LLC 1717 Indian River Boulevard, Ste. 201 Vero Beach, Florida 32960 (772) 770-9622 phone (772) 770-9496 fax PLFASE NOTE: Thin Information is provided solely for your convenience only; SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD LLC makes no representations or warranties, either express or Implied, as to Its suitability for any sp&.-Aft purpose. While we believe this drawing file to be accurate at the time of retrieval, this media and Its contents can be easily altered or corrupted either purposely or inadvertently through any number of sources. For this reason, SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD LLC, Its managers and or employees shall be indemnitied and held harmless from any and all liability that may arise or result from the use of this Information by your firm, employees, agents or sub -contractors. /any use of the file provided herein constitutes acceptance of the provisions stated herein. The information contained In this email Is privileged and confidential and intended for the addressee only. If you are not the intended recipient, you rare asked to respect that confidentiality and not disclose, copy or make use of its cordents. if received In error you are asked to destroy this email and contact the sender immediately. Your assistance Is appreciated. 3/29/2006 800 F6 (IHV(I(I0.LS'S ZHLLIH H)nflHDS 9666OLLZLL "IH, 99:OT 90OZ/90/V0 Ashbury Subdivision, Punch List Page 1 of 3 user2,0 From: David Fisher [dfisher@cityofsebastian:org] "- Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2006 2:06 PM To: Cc: 'jschulke@sbsengineers.com'; 'kjones@sbsengineers.com'; Jan King rob@coyclark.com; Alfred Minner; Jim Davis; Rich Stringer; Wayne Eseltine; Rebecce Grohall; Jan King; Dorri Bosworth; Bob Korda; David Fishers Interns Subject: FW: Ashbury Subdivision Punch List Joe / Ken — This to confirm the two (2) telecons earlier this afternoon between Joe Schulke and Dave Fisher rE garding the subject punch list, with the following results: • City accepts proposal stated below to handle traffic / ditch / signage issues at the current en i of Powedine Road. SBS to provide sketch detailing the proposed details and noting the rationale / explai ation for filling in the ditch. (Chief Davis was consulted on this matter. He concurs with the option propose below.) • SBS to provide package of documentation regarding the sidewalk issue (as discussed)Like i I to be no further action on that. , • 88;:3 to provide documentation / explanation regarding the spec for the currently installed pig 9 with appropriate assurances as to suitability for intended use. • Other items, we are told, are in progress. SBS to provide further documentation / certificatio i upon actual completion. — Dave Fisher ----Original'Message----- From: David Fisher Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2006 2:43 PM To: 'Ken )ones' Cc: Alfred hllnner; Rich Stringer; Rebecca Grohail; Wayne F-seltine Subject: RE-: Ashbury Subdivision Punch List Ken et al. -- In response: We will review .and evaluate your proposed traffic barrier / signage / ditch fill -.in remedy and ge back to you within the coming days. Both the sidewalk and the CMP issues are NOT settled and both require further discussion. A yy dISCussions we have had about that since the field inspection visit (and they have been very bi of and not particularly substantive) have been only for issue identification with no mutual concurrence in F lace. There are some attendant circumstances that need to be documented such as (1) the project staff bri aging the sidewalk issue to the attention of the City in a timely manner and the City's response at that try e; and (2) regarding the pipe: why the standard pipe spec was not used and an evaluation whether the CL rrently installed pipe is adequate and, if not, whether we will require replacement or a bond or some o her measure in the matter. — Dave Fisher 3/30/2006 600 FA UHVQQO,LSV H11119 MUDS 96V60LLZLL IU 99:0T 900Z/90/V0 Ashbury ;subdivision Punch List Page 2 of 3 ---- Original Message ----- From: Ken Sones[mailto:kjones@sbsengineers.comj Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2006 2:30 PM To: 'David Fisher' Cc: rob@coytaark.com Subject: Ashbury Subdivision Punch Ust Dava: One item on the punch list for Ashbury is a remedy to prevent traffic from running into the sh. illow north -south ditch at the end of Powerline Road. We would like to recommend filling the ditch 'or a disbince of 100 feet to the south and placing FDOT recommended signage at the end of Pov edine in accordance with page 17349 Case II of the FDOT Design Standards Manual. This would it iclude three Red reflectors to be located at the end of Powerline (one in addition to the two existing; with a W14-1 Dead End sign facing the oncoming Powedine Road traffic at the Roy Ave. intersectic i. In addition a two way WI - 7 sign would be placed facing the oncoming Roy Ave. traffic. We fee that this would be a safer solution than erecting a barrier at the end of Powedine road and reduce liability for all. Using signage would be similar to the solution the City used at Larkspur and Grandeur. Please let me know as soon as possible if this solution is acceptable to the City so the devell: per can proce(A to fill the ditch and order the signs. It is my understanding, in previous discussions with Joe Schulke the City has agreed to accal it the sidewalk as installed and this is no longer an issue. I also understand the City had a concern regarding the drainage pipe extending from the drai Cage structures on Powerline Road to the ditch west of the Right -of -Way. The installed pipe is bitui iinous coated and provides an extended life over standard CMP. We respectfully request the City cc ncur and approve the installation. All other items on the punch list are being addressed. Please let me know if the solution to the Kenneth Jones Construction Manager Schulke, Bittle & Stoddard LLC 1717 Indian River Boulevard, Ste. 201 Vero Beach, Florida 32960 (772) 770-9622 phone (772) 770-9496 fax PLEASE NOTE: This inlormatlon Is provided solely for your convenience only; SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD LLC makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, as to Its suitability for any specigi, purpose. Mie we believe this drawing file to be accurate at the time of retrieval, this media and its contents can be easily altered or corrupted atther purposely or inadvertently through any number of sources. For this reason, SCHULKE, BITTLE & STODDARD LLC, Its managers and or employees shall be indernnttied and held harmless from any and all tiabillty that may arise or result from the use of this Information by your firm, employees, agents or sub -contractors. 3/30/2006 OTOF8 allVaaOISV H'TJZIH HN1171HOS 96t6OLLZLL 'IHZ L5:OT 90OZ/90/V0 Ashbury Subdivision Punch List Any use of the Nle provided herein constitutes acceptance of the provislons stated herein. The Information comatned In this email is privileged and confidential and intended for the addressee only. It you are not the Intended recipient, you are asked to respect that confiden lanky and not disclose, copy or make use of Its contents. If received in error you aro asked to destroy this email snd Mntact the sender Immediately. Your assistance IS appreciated. Page 3 of 3 3/30/2006 TT0in allVUUOIS'S HILLIO MUDS 96V60LLZLL "IHI L9:OT 90OZ/90/V0