Subject
This resolution will update the existing Public Works Design Standards & Specifications Manual.
Summary and Background
The City of Hermiston has a Public Works Design Standards & Specifications Manual for all development within the City. This manual is used by City Staff in reviewing and approving development proposals for subdivisions, commercial properties, etc. The manual is referred to in final approvals, and is used to check actual work performed in the field to ensure adherence to City Standards.
The existing Manual has grown and been added to many times over the years, resulting in a poorly formatted document which is challenging to search, and often times including exhibits and figures which have been copied to the point of being illegible.
Anderson Perry & Associates began working with staff about 5 years ago to rebuild the manual from scratch, using the existing manual as the guiding document. The vast majority of the 'changes' included in this manual update are mainly clarifications or additions to existing standards, intended to make development easier by providing a cleaner, more logical and cohesive set of standards.
The standards are attached to Resolution No. 2201.
Tie-In to Council Goals:
Goal #6: Plan for City facilities that meet current and future needs
Fiscal Information
This action will have no fiscal impact on the City of Hermiston.
Alternatives and Recommendation
Alternatives
1. Approve Resolution 2201
2. Reject Resolution 2201
3. Recommend amendments to the manual and table Resolution 2201
Recommendation
Approve Resolution 2201
Requested Action/Motion
Motion to approve Resolution 2201.
Submitted By: Mark Morgan