HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2024-135 Resolution authorizing an Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation to provide funding for improvements on the Downtown Transit Center RESOLUTION NO. R-2024-135
A RESOLUTION authorizing an Agreement with Washington State Department of
Transportation (WSDOT) to provide funding for improvements on
Downtown Transit Center and new bus shelters.
WHEREAS, the City of Yakima (City) Transit Division has the Downtown Transit Center
for transportation services. The Transit Center was built in 1993 and has had minimal
improvements through the years; and
WHEREAS, the City's Transit Division desires to improve and update the Downtown
Transit Center, which requires receiving the WSDOT Move Ahead Washington Tier Grant
Program; and,
WHEREAS, for the July 1, 2023- June 30, 2025 WSDOT has awarded the funding to the
City's Transit Division for the facilities, infrastructure and/or associated equipment to provide the
necessary updates and improvements; and
WHEREAS, WSDOT is to provide full capital funding of 191,000 to the City's Transit
Division to design, acquisition, construct, and/or improvements of the facilities and
infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, in order to receive funding for these improvements, it is necessary for the
City and the WSDOT to enter into Grant Agreement PTD0798 setting forth the terms,
conditions, and requirements to fund the project, now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA:
The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute Grant Agreement PTD0798 with the
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) attached hereto and incorporated
herein by this reference, not to exceed one hundred ninety-one thousand ($191,000) to provide
the funding for improvements on the Downtown Transit Center as described in the Agreement.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 16th day of July, 2024.
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Department of Transportation P.O.Box 47387
Olympia,WA 98504-7387
WSDOT Contact: Kyle Comwell
WSDOT E-mail: Kyle CornwellAwsdotwagov
WSDOT Phone: 360-705-7704
Connecting Washington Tier Grant Program
Capital Construction Grant Agreement
Agreement Number PTD0798 Contractor:
Yakima Transit
Term of Agreement July 1,2023 through June 30,2025 2301 Fruitvale Blvd
Yakima,WA 98902-1225
Vendor#SW00071220 2
Service Area Yakima Contact: Greg Story
Email: gregory.story@yakimawa.gov
THIS AGREEMENT, entered into by the Washington State Department of Transportation, hereinafter "WSDOT," and the
Contractor identified above, hereinafter the"CONTRACTOR," individually the"PARTY"and collectively the"PARTIES."
WHEREAS, the State of Washington in its Sessions Laws of 2023, Chapter 472 Section 221 authorizes funding for Public
Transportation Programs and other special proviso funding as identified in the budget through its 2023-2025 biennial
appropriations to WSDOT, and
WHEREAS,WSDOT Public Transportation Division administers Move Ahead Washington Tier Funded Grant Program funds to
provide assistance solely for transportation projects as identified in LEAP Transportation Document 2023-2 ALL PROJECT as
developed on April 21,2023, Program-Public Transportation Program(V);
WHEREAS, the CONTRACTOR has requested funds for the project(s) or program(s) shown under the heading titled "Funding
by Project" (hereinafter known as the"Project(s)")which has been selected by WSDOT for funding assistance.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms, conditions, covenants, and performances contained herein, or attached and
incorporated and made a part hereof, IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1
SCOPE OF WORK AND BUDGET
Funding by Project
Project Title: Terrace Heights Transit Extension(Yakima Transit)
UPIN# L4000070
Scope of Work: Funds will be used for the Downtown Transit center and new bus shelters
Funds Current Percentage Current Funds Projected Funds Total Funds
Move Ahead Washington Tier 100% 3 191,000 5 $ 191,000
Contractor's Funds 0% $ - $
Total Project Cost 100% $ 191,000 $ - $ 191,000
Budget: Current Funds reflect total funding appropriated by the Washington State Legislature for the Project in the
2023-2025 biennium
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Construction Milestones
Phases Date
Preliminary Engineering Start Date 7/28/2024
Environmental Documents(NEPA/SEPA) N/A
Right of Way Certification N/A
Contract Award Date 1/31/2024
Construction Operationally Complete 8/31/2024
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Section 2
Purpose of Agreement
A. The purpose of this AGREEMENT is for WSDOT to provide capital funding to the
CONTRACTOR for the design, acquisition, construction, and/or improvements of capital
facilities and infrastructure to be used in the provision of transportation services to persons
in the State of Washington, referred to as the "Project." Reference to the "Project' shall
include all such capital facilities, infrastructure, and/or associated equipment("Equipment')
designed, acquired, constructed, improved, or installed under this AGREEMENT.
B. On projects where WSDOT is providing only state funds and the contractor is using
funds received directly from the federal government as their share or part thereof on the
project, the contractor must assume full responsibility for complying with all federal rules
and regulations. If the contractor is found in non-compliance with federal rules and
regulations, the contractor shall provide written notification to WSDOT supplying details
related to the non-compliance. Both PARTIES will analyze and determine the impact on
the scope, schedule,and funding of the project. Remedies required up to and including the
return of funds will be identified to ensure the project's scope of work is met as intended.
Section 3
Scope of Project
The CONTRACTOR agrees to perform the work and complete the Project as described
and detailed in Section 1.The CONTRACTOR shall complete the Project within the project
limits described in Section 1.
Section 4
General Compliance Assurance
A. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all instructions as prescribed in the
WSDOT Public Transportation State Grant Programs Guidebook, hereinafter
referred to as the "Guidebook", and any amendments thereto, found at
https://wsdot.wa.gov/business-wsdot/grants/public-transportation-grants/manage-
your-grant which by this reference is incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this
AGREEMENT.
B. The CONTRACTOR agrees that WSDOT, and/or any authorized WSDOT
representative, shall have not only the right to monitor the compliance of the
CONTRACTOR with respect to the provisions of this AGREEMENT but also have
the right to seek judicial enforcement with regard to any matter arising under this
AGREEMENT.
Section 5
Term of Project
The Project period of th is AGREEMENT shall commence and terminate on the dates shown
in the caption space header titled "Term of Agreement" regardless of the date of execution
of this AGREEMENT, unless terminated as provided herein. The caption space header
titled "Term of Agreement" and all caption space headers above are by this reference
incorporated herein into the AGREEMENT as if fully set forth in the AGREEMENT.
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Section 6
State Review of Project
WSDOT shall review the Project identified in this AGREEMENT as Section 1- Scope of
Work and Budget, at least semiannually to determine whether the Project is making
satisfactory progress. If WSDOT has awarded funds, but the CONTRACTOR does not
report satisfactory activity with in one(1)year of the initial grant award,WSDOT shall review
the Project to determine whetherthe grant should be terminated as provided in Section
34, Termination.
Section 7
Project Costs and Minimum Contractor's Match Requirement
A.The reimbursable costs of the Project shall not exceed the amounts detailed in Section
1- Scope of Work and Budget. The CONTRACTOR agrees to expend eligible funds,
together with other funds allocated for the Project, in an amou nt sufficient to complete the
Project as detailed in Section 1. If at any time the CONTRACTOR becomes aware that the
cost of the Project will exceed or be less than the amount identified in Section 1, the
CONTRACTOR shall notify WSDOT in writing within thirty (30) calendar days of making
that determination.
B.The CONTRACTOR is required to provide a minimum match of funds for the Project as
identified in Section 1 — Scope of Work and Budget, indicated as Contractor's Funds.
Any reduction in the match will result in a proportional reduction in grant funds.
Section 8
Energy Credit
To the extent CONTRACTOR receives any monies from the sale or disposition of energy
credits, decarbonization credits, environmental credits, or any other monies through its
participation in a like program, CONTRACTOR agrees to reinvest those monies into
services and projects consistent with the STATE'S public transportation grant
program. CONTRACTOR'S obligation to reinvest these monies underthis provision shall
be in an amount no less than the proportion of the STATE'S funding of this AGREEMENT.
Section 9
Inspection of the Project
The CONTRACTOR shall inspect any Project Equipment purchased pursuant to this
AGREEMENT at the time of delivery to the CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTOR has 15
calendardays from delivery to either accept or reject the Project Equipment.If rejected, the
CONTRACTOR shall provide a written notice specifying the Project Equipmentdeficiencies
to its vendor and WSDOT, allowing the vendor a reasonable amount of time to cure the
deficiencies or defects. Upon receipt and acceptance of Project Equipment, the
CONTRACTOR agrees that it has fully inspected the Project Equipment and accepts it as
suitable for the purpose underthis AGREEMENT, as being in good condition and state of
good repair, and that the CONTRACTOR is satisfied with the Project Equipment and that
the Project Equipment complies with all applicable regulations, rules, and laws. Payment
to the vendor must occur within thirty days of the Project Equipment acceptance.
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Section 10
Use of Park and Ride Facilities
In order to be eligible to receive a Green Transportation grant, a transit agency must
establish a process for private transportation providers to apply for the use of park-and-ride
facilities.
Tier and Consolidated Grant funded projects are explicitly excluded from the provisions of
Section 10-Use of Park and Ride Facilities.
Section 11
Miscellaneous Charges and Conditions
The CONTRACTOR shall pay and be solely responsible for all storage charges, parking
charges, late fees, and fines,as well as any fees and taxes, except applicable state sales
or use tax, which may be imposed with respect to the Project by a duly constituted
governmental authority as the result of the CONTRACTOR's use or intended use of the
Project. All replacements, repairs, or substitutions of parts or Project Equipment shall be
at the cost and expense of the CONTRACTOR.
Section 12
Payment
A. State and/or federal funds may be used to reimburse the CONTRACTOR for
allowable expenses incurred in completing the Project as described in Section 1.
Allowable Project expenses shall be determined by WSDOT as described in the
Guidebook, and any amendments thereto. In no event shall the total amount
reimbursed by WSDOT exceed the Total Project Cost, less any Contractor's Funds,
identified in Section 1.
B. Payment will be made by WSDOT on a reimbursable basis for actual net Project
costs incurred within the timeframe in the caption space titled "Term of Agreement."
Such costs to be reimbursed shall be calculated as described in the Guidebook,and
any amendments thereto. WSDOT shall make no payments for costs incurred prior
to the beginning or after the end date of the"Term of Agreement" as set forth in the
caption space header above. The CONTRACTOR shall submit an invoice detailing
and supporting the costs incurred. Such invoices may be submitted no more than
once a month and no less than once per quarter. If approved by WSDOT, said
invoices shall be paid by WSDOT within thirty(30) days of submission to WSDOT.
Payment is subject to the submission to and approval by WSDOT of appropriate
invoices, reports, and financial summaries. Any financial summaries submitted to
WSDOT must include a record of the actual costs.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall submit an invoice for completed work in the same state
fiscal year in which it was incurred. Pursuant to RCW43.88.020(12) "fiscal yeas" is
defined as the year beginning July 1st and ending the following June 30th.
Reimbursement requests must be received no later than July 15 of the following
state fiscal year. If the CONTRACTOR is unable to provide an invoice by this date,
the CONTRACTOR shall provide an estimate of the charges to be billed so WSDOT
may accruethe expenditures in the proper fiscal year.Any payment request received
after the timeframe prescribed above will not be eligible for reimbursement.
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Section 13
Assignments, Subcontracts, and Leases
A. The CONTRACTOR shall submit to WSDOT as requested a copy of any contract,
amendment, or change order thereto pertaining to this Project for review and
documentation. This includes any completed Project facilities and/or infrastructure under
this AGREEMENT, or other actions obligating the CONTRACTOR in any manner with any
third party with respect to its rights and responsibilities under this AGREEMENT, including
any leasing and/or lending the Project or any part thereof to be used by anyone not under
the CONTRACTOR's direct supervision.
B. The CONTRACTOR agrees to include all applicable sections of the AGREEMENT such
as Section 4, Sections 13 through 28, Section 32, Section 35, and Section 36 of this
AGREEMENT in each subcontract and in all contracts it enters into for the employment of
any individuals, procurement of any materials, or the performance of any work to be
accomplished under this AGREEMENT.
Section 14
Reports and Project Use
A. The CONTRACTOR agrees that the Project shall be used for the provision of
transportation services within the area indicated in Section 1 for the term of the Project
plus four years after the project is complete, as set forth in the Guidebook, and any
amendments thereto. The CONTRACTOR further agrees that it will not use or permit the
use of the Project in a negligent manner or in violation of any applicable law, or so as to
avoid any insurance covering the same or permit the Project to become subject to any lien,
charge, or encumbrance.Should the CONTRACTOR unreasonably delay or fail to use the
Project during the Project term and reporting period,the CONTRACTOR agrees that it may
be requ ired to refund upto the entire amountof the"State and/or Federal Fu nds"expen ded
on the Project. The CONTRACTOR shall immediately notify WSDOT when any Project
facilities and/or infrastructure is withdrawn from Project use or when the Project or any part
thereof is used in a manner substantially differentfrom that identified in Section 1. If the
Project is permanently removed from transportation services, the CONTRACTOR agrees
to immediately notify WSDOT of its intentions regarding the disposal of the Project or any
part of the Project thereof.
B. Reports. The CONTRACTOR shall submit, in The Grants Management System
(GMS), quarterly reports to WSDOT for the Term of the Project, regarding the progress of
the Project. If this is a Regional Mobility project, annual performance reports for four
calendar years after the project is operationally complete, as prescribed in the Guidebook,
and any amendments thereto, or as WSDOT may require, including, but not limited to
interim and annual reports. The CONTRACTOR shall keep satisfactory written records
regarding the use of Project and shall submit the following reports to, and in a form, and at
such times prescribed by WSDOT as set forth in the Guidebook, and any subsequent
amendments thereto:
1. If this is a Regional Mobility project, a draft Performance Measurement Plan(PMP)
must be submitted to WSDOT before submitting the first reimbu rsement request. If
the contractor does notsubmita PMP and is nonresponsive to requests from
WSDOT for improvements and information, the contractor may be deemed out of
compliance.
2. An Annual Performance Report that includes a summary of overall project
performance and supporting data
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3. Reports describing the current usage of the Project and other data which WSDOT
may request from the CONTRACTOR by memos, a-mails or telephone requests.
4. In the event any portion of the Project sustains disabling damage, the
CONTRACTOR shall notify WSDOT immediately after the occasion of the damage,
including the circumstances thereof.
5. The CONTRACTOR shall collect and submit to WSDOT, at such time as WSDOT
may require, such financial statements, data, records, contracts, and other
documents related to the Project as may be deemed necessary by WSDOT.
C. Remedies for Misuse or Noncompliance. If WSDOT determines that the Project
has been used in a manner materially different from Section 1, WSDOT may direct the
CONTRACTOR to repay WSDOT the State-funded share of the Project. WSDOT may also
withhold payments should it determine that the CONTRACTOR has failed to materially
comply with any provision of this AGREEMENT.
Section 15
Maintenance of the Project
A. The CONTRACTOR shall add newly constructed projects to their Asset
Management Plan and report it to WSDOT as part of the Annual Inventory
Report. The CONTRACTOR Shall include the useful life of the constructed project
and make all necessary repairs and reasonably maintain the Project to assure it
remains in good and operational condition until the end of its useful life. The
useful life of a constructed project is determined based on the Architectural/
Engineering requirements for each type of structure, materials used, industry
standards, and other federal and/or state standards and specifications. All service,
materials, and repairs in connection with the use and operation of the Project
during its useful life shall be at the CONTRACTOR's expense.
CONTRACTORS who are transit agencies must also have a Transit Asset
Management Plan certified by WSDOT that details the transit agency's plan to
maintain the Project.
B. All other CONTRACTORS must submit a written Maintenance Plan to WSDOT prior
to the occupation and/or operations of the Project. The CONTRACTOR agrees, at
a minimum, to maintain the Project and service or replace parts at intervals
recommended in the manuals and/or instructions provided by the subcontractors
and/or component manufacturers, or sooner if needed. The CONTRACTOR shall
have the Project routinely inspected and make arrangements for any appropriate
service and repair under the manufacturer's warranty, if applicable. WSDOT shall
not be liable for repairs. The CONTRACTOR shall retain records of all maintenance
and parts replacement performed on the Project in accordance with Section 22,
Audits, Inspection, and Retention of Records. The CONTRACTOR shall provide
copies of such records to WSDOT, upon request.
Section 16
Compliance with State Design Standards
The CONTRACTOR agrees the Project design must comply with all applicable Washington
State Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction, and any
applicable revisionsthereto. Projects that wish to use design standardsthatdifferfrom state
standards must submit a request to WSDOT's Public Transportation Division and obtain
documented approval before design work commences.
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Section 17
No Obligation by the State Government
No contract between the CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors shall create any obligation
or liability of WSDOT with regard to this AGREEMENT without WSDOT's specific written
consent, notwithstanding its concurrence in, or approval of, the award of any contract or
subcontractor the solicitations thereof and the CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to include
this provision in all contracts it enters into for the design, acquisition, and construction of
facilities and/or infrastructure related to the Project, or the performance of any work to be
accomplished under this AGREEMENT.
Section 18
Ethics
A. Relationships with Employees and Officers of WSDOT. The CONTRACTOR
shall notextend any loan,gratuity,or gift of money in any form whatsoever to any employee
or officer of WSDOT, nor shall the CONTRACTOR knowingly rent or purchase any Project
equipment and materials from any employee or officer of WSDOT.
B. Employment of Former WSDOT Employees. The CONTRACTOR hereby
warrants that it shall not employ on a full, part-time, or another basis during the period of
this AGREEMENT, any professional or technical personnel who are or have been, at any
time during the period of this AGREEMENT, in the employ of WSDOT without the written
consent of WSDOT.
Section 19
Compliance with Laws and Regulations
A. The CONTRACTOR agrees to abide by all applicable state and federal laws and
regulations including but not limited to, those concerning employment, equal
opportunity employment, nondiscrimination assurances, project record keeping
necessary to evidence compliance with such federal and state laws and regulations,
and retention of all such records. The CONTRACTOR will adhere to all applicable
nondiscrimination provisions in chapter 49.60 RCW.
B. Additionally,the CONTRACTOR agrees to comply. as applicable, with the following:
1. SB 5974 Move Ahead Washington
2. RCW 70A.02 Healthy Environmental for All (HEAL)ACT, and
3. RCW 70A. 65.260 Climate Commitment ACT.
C. Except when a federal statute or regulation preempts state or local law, no provision
of the AGREEMENT shall require the CONTRACTOR to observe or enforce
compliance with any provision, perform any other act, or do any other thing in
contravention of state or local law. If any provision or compliance with any provision
of this AGREEMENT violates state or local law or wou Id requ ire the CONTRACTOR
to violate state or local law, the CONTRACTOR agrees to notify WSDOT
immediately in writing. Should this occur, WSDOT and the CONTRACTOR agree
to make appropriate arrangements to proceed with or, if necessary, expeditiously,
terminate the AGREEMENT.
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Section 20
Civil rights
The CONTRACTOR shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or
sex in the award and performance of any WSDOT-assisted contract or in the administration
of its public transportation services.
Section 21
Labor Provisions
Overtime Requirements. No CONTRACTOR or subcontractor contracting for any part of
the Project work which may require or involve the employment of laborers or mechanics
shall require or permit any such laborer or mechanic in any workweek in which he or she is
employed on such work, to work in excess of forty (40) hours in such workweek unless
such laborer or mechanic receives compensation at a rate not less than one and one-half
times the basic rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours in such
workweek. CONTRACTOR will comply with all applicable provisions of Title 49 RCW,
Labor Regulations.
Section 22
Environmental and Regulatory Requirements
The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all applicable requirements of chapter 43.21C
RCW"State Environmental Policy Act'(SEPA). The CONTRACTOR also agrees to comply
with all applicable requirements of Executive Order 21-02, Archeological and Cultural
Resources, for all capital construction projects or land acquisitions for the purpose of a
capital construction project, not undergoing Section 106 review underthe National Historic
Preservation Act of 1966 (Section 106).
Section 23
Accounting Records
A. Project Accounts. The CONTRACTOR agrees to establish and maintain for the
Project either a separate set of accounts or separate accounts within the framework of an
established accounting system that can be identified with the Project. The CONTRACTOR
agrees that all checks, payrolls, invoices,contracts, vouchers,orders, or other accounting
documents pertaining in whole or in part to the Project shall be clearly identified, readily
accessible, and available to WSDOT upon request, and, to the extent feasible, kept
separate from documents not pertaining to the Project.
B. Documentation of Project Costs and Program Income. The CONTRACTOR
agrees to support all allowable costs charged to the Project, including any approved
services contributed by the CONTRACTOR or others, with properly executed payrolls,time
records, invoices,contracts, or vouchers describing in detail the nature and propriety of the
charges. The CONTRACTOR also agrees to maintain accurate records of all program
income derived from implementing the Project.
Section 24
Audits, Inspection, and Retention of Records
A. Submission of Proceedings, Contracts, Agreements, and Other Documents.
During the term of the Project and for six (6) years thereafter, the CONTRACTOR agrees
to retain intact and to provide any data, documents, reports, records, contracts, and
supporting materials relating to the Project as WSDOT may require. Project closeout does
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not alter these recording and record-keeping requirements.Should an audit,enforcement,
or litigation process be commenced, but not completed, during the aforementioned six (6)
year period then the CONTRACTOR's obligations hereundershall be extended until the
conclusion of that pending audit, enforcement, or litigation process.
B. General Audit Requirements. The CONTRACTOR agrees to obtain any other
audits required by WSDOT at CONTRACTOR's expense. Project closeout will not alter
the CONTRACTOR's audit responsibilities.
C. Inspection. The CONTRACTOR agrees to permit WSDOT, and the State Auditor,
or their authorized representatives, to inspect all Project work materials, payrolls,
maintenance records,and other data, and to audit the books, records, and accounts of the
CONTRACTOR and its contractors pertaining to the Project. The CONTRACTOR agrees
to require each third-party contractor to permit WSDOT, the State Auditor, or their duly
authorized representatives, to inspect all work, materials, payrolls, maintenance records,
and other data and records involving that third party contract, and to audit the books,
records, and accounts involving that third party contract as it affects the Project.
Section 25
Permitting
The CONTRACTOR agrees to be solely responsible for all required Federal, State and/or
local permitting as related to the Project.
Section 26
Loss or Damage to the Project
A. The CONTRACTOR, at its own expense, shall cover any loss, theft, damage, or
destruction of the Project's facilities, associated equipment, and/or infrastructure using
either of the following methods:
1. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain property insurance for facilities, associated
equipment, and/or infrastructure adequate to cover the value of the Project; the
CONTRACTOR shall supply a copy of the Certificate of Insurance specifying such
coverage to WSDOT with the first request for reimbursement, and supply proof of
renewal annually thereafter, or
2. The CONTRACTOR shall certify that it has self-insurance and provide a written
certificate of self-insurance to WSDOT with the first request for reimbursement, and
annually thereafter. The CONTRACTOR will cover from its own resources the costs
of repairing or replacing any Project facilities, associated equipment, and/or
infrastructure if it is stolen, damaged, or destroyed in any manner.
B. If the damage to the Project does not result in a total loss, payments for damage shall
be paid directly to the CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTOR shall,within thirty (30) days,
either:
1. Devote all the insurance proceeds received to repair the Project and place it back in
service, and the CONTRACTOR shall, at its own expense, pay any portion of the
cost of repair which is not covered by insurance; or
2. In the event the CONTRACTOR is certified to self-insurance, devote all funds
necessary to repair the Project and place it back into service.
C. If the Project is a total loss, either by theft or damage, the insurance proceeds or
equivalent shall be paid directly to the CONTRACTOR, and within fifteen (15) days the
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CONTRACTOR shall pay WSDOT its proportionate funded share of such proceeds
received. The CONTRACTOR shall within sixty(60) days of loss, theft, or damage, notify
WSDOT that it either:
1. Intends to replace the lost Project facilities, associated equipment, and/or
infrastru ctu re; or
2. Does not intend to replace the lost Project facilities, associated equipment, and/or
infrastructure.
D. If the CONTRACTOR intends to replace the Project facilities, associated equipment
and/or infrastructure then WSDOT will reimburse the CONTRACTOR upon receipt of an
approved invoice, funds up to the amount WSDOT received in insurance proceeds.
E. Coverage, if obtained or provided by the CONTRACTOR in compliance with this
section, shall not be deemed as having relieved the CONTRACTOR of any liability in
excess of such coverage as required by the limitation of liability section of this
AGREEMENT, or otherwise.
Section 27
Liens on the Project
WSDOT shall be listed as the legal owner on titles and hold titles for all vehicles the
CONTRACTOR acquires using federal funds through WSDOTs grant program. WSDOT
will have legal ownership to any non-vehicle Project Equipment the CONTRACTOR
acquires or modifies using the"Federal and/or State Funds" identified in Section 1. For the
purposes of this Agreement, equipment shall mean all tangible, nonexpendable, personal
property that has a service life of more than one year and an acquisition and installation
cost of $5,000 or more per unit. If the Contractor acquires vehicles using state funds
provided through WSDOT's grant program, WSDOT may within its discretion, allow the
CONTRACTOR to be listed as the legal owner and hold title. In all cases, WSDOT will
maintain a copy of titles for all funded vehicles under this agreement and oversight
responsibility on those vehicles through their minimum useful life. In the case where the
CONTRACTOR is listed as the legal owner on the title for vehicles or any portion of the
project during its useful life as set forth in this Section and agrees that it shall not use the
Project or any portion thereof as collateral, nor shall the CONTRACTOR encumber the
Project in any way withoutthe consentof WSDOT, which consentshall notbe unreasonably
withheld or delayed. If the CONTRACTOR determines to discontinue the use of the Project
before the end of its useful life, it shall consult with WSDOT as to appropriate disposition
alternatives, including transferring the use of the Project to another agency for purposes
consistent with the original grant award or reimbursing WSDOT for its proportional State
funded share of the disposal price. The CONTRACTOR shall follow the terms stated in
Section 12A regarding the use and disposal of the Project and/or any portion thereof.
Section 28
Limitation of Liability
A.The CONTRACTOR shall indemnify,defend, and hold WSDOT, its agents, employees,
and officers harmless from and process and defend at its own expense any and all claims,
demands, suits at law or equity, actions, penalties, losses, damages, or costs (hereinafter
referred to collectively as "claims"), of whatsoever kind or nature brought against WSDOT,
arising out of, in connection with or incident to this AGREEMENT and/or the
CONTRACTOR's performance or failure to perform any aspect of this AGREEMENT. This
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indemnity and defense provision applies to all claims against WSDOT, its agents,
employees, and officers arising out of, in connection with,or incidentto the negligent acts
or omissions of the CONTRACTOR, its agents,employees, officers,and subcontractors of
any tier. Provided, however, that nothing herein shall require the CONTRACTOR to
indemnify,defend,and hold harmless or defend WSDOT, its agents,employees, or officers
to the extent that claims are caused by the negligent acts or omissions of WSDOT, its
agents, employees or officers; and provided further that if such claims result from the
concurrent negligence of (a) the CONTRACTOR its employees, agents, officers or
contractors and (b) the STATE, its employees or authorized agents, or involves those
actions covered by RCW 4.24.115, the indemnity and defense provisions provided herein
shall be valid and enforceable only to the extent of the negligence of the CONTRACTOR,
its employees, officers, authorized agents, and/or contractors. The indemnification and
hold harmless provision shall survive termination of this AGREEMENT.
B.The CONTRACTOR shall be deemed an independentcontractor for all purposes, and
the employees of the CONTRACTOR or its subcontractors and the employees thereof,
shall not in any manner be deemed to be employees of WSDOT.
C.The CONTRACTOR agrees that its obligations underthis AGREEMENT extend to any
claim, demand, and/or cause of action by, or on behalf of its employees or agents while
performing underthis AGREEMENT. For this purpose, the CONTRACTOR, by MUTUAL
NEGOTIATION, hereby waives any immunity that would otherwise be available to it against
such claims under the Industrial Insurance provisions in Title 51 RCW.
D.In the event either the CONTRACTOR or WSDOT incurs attorney's fees, costs or other
legal expenses to enforce the provisions of this section of this AGREEMENT against the
other PARTY, all such fees, costs, and expenses shall be recoverable by the prevailing
PARTY.
Section 29
Personal Liability of Public Officers
No officer or employee of WSDOT shall be personally liable for any acts or failure to act in
connection with this AGREEMENT, it being understood that in such matters he or she is
acting solely as an agent of WSDOT.
Section 30
WSDOT Advice
The CONTRACTOR bears complete responsibility for the administration and success of
the Project as it is defined by this AGREEMENT and any amendments thereto. If the
CONTRACTOR solicits advice from WSDOT on problems that may arise, the offering of
WSDOT advice shall not shift the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR for the correct
administration and success of the Project, and WSDOT shall not be held liable for offering
advice to the CONTRACTOR.
Section 31
Forbearance by WSDOT Not a Waiver
Any forbearance by WSDOT in exercising any right or remedy hereunder, or otherwise
afforded by applicable law, shall not be a waiver of or preclude the exercise of any such
right or remedy.
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Section 32
Lack of Waiver
In no event shall any WSDOT payment of funds to the CONTRACTOR constitute or be
construed as a waiver by WSDOT of an y CONTRACTOR breach,or default. Such payment
shall in no way impair or prejudice any right or remedy available to WSDOT with respect to
any breach or default
Section 33
Changed Conditions Affecting Performance
The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to immediately notify WSDOT of any change in
conditions or law, or of any other event,which may affect its ability to perform the Project
in accordance with the provisions of this AGREEMENT.
Section 34
Agreement Modifications
Either PARTY may request changes to this AGREEMENT. Any changes to the terms of
this AGREEMENT must be mutually agreed upon and incorporated by written amendment
to this AGREEMENT. Such written amendment to this AGREEMENT shall not be binding
or valid unless signed by persons authorized to bind each of the PARTIES. Provided,
however, that changes to the federal award identification number, DUNS, project title,
federal ID number, CFDA number, milestones, UPIN the contact person of either PARTY,
or dollar amount changes that do not affect the Project total cost, will not require a written
amendment, but will be approved and documented by WSDOT through an administrative
revision. WSDOT shall notify the CONTRACTOR of the revision in writing.
Section 35
Disputes
A. Disputes. Disputes,arising in the performance of this AGREEMENT, which are not
resolved by agreement of the PARTIES, shall be decided in writing by the WSDOT Public
Transportation Division's Assistant Director or designee. This decision shall be final and
conclusive unless within ten (10) days from the date of CONTRACTOR'S receipt of
WSDOT's written decision, the CONTRACTOR mails or otherwise furnishes a written
appeal to the Director of the Public Transportation Division or the Director's designee. The
CONTRACTOR's appeal shall be decided in writing by the Director of the Public
Transportation Division within thirty(30)days of receipt of the appeal by the Director of the
Public Transportation Division or the Director's designee. The decision shall be binding
upon the CONTRACTOR and the CONTRACTOR shall abide by the decision.
B. Performance During Dispute. Unless otherwise directed by WSDOT,
CONTRACTOR shall continue performance under this AGREEMENT while matters in
dispute are being resolved.
C. Claims for Damages. Should either PARTY to this AGREEMENT suffer injury or
damage to person, property, or right because of any act or omission of the other PARTY or
any of that PARTY's employees, agents or others for whose acts it is legally liable,a claim
for damages therefore shall be made in writing to such other PARTY within thirty(30)days
after the first observance of such injury or damage.
D. Rights and Remedies. All remedies provided in this AGREEMENT are distinct and
cumulative to any other right or remedy underthis document or afforded by law or equity,
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and may be exercised independently, concurrently, or successively and shall not be
construed to be a limitation of any duties,obligations, rights and remedies of the PARTIES
hereto. No action or failure to act by WSDOT or CONTRACTOR shall constitute a waiver
of any right or duty afforded any of them underthisAGREEMENT, nor shall any such action
orfailureto act constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereu n der,except
as may be specifically agreed in writing.
Section 36
Termination
A. Termination for Convenience. WSDOT and/or the CONTRACTOR may suspend
or terminate this AGREEMENT, in whole or in part, and all or any part of the financial
assistance provided herein,at anytime by written notice to the other PARTY. WSDOT and
the CONTRACTOR shall agree upon the AGREEMENT termination provisions including
but not limited to the settlement terms, conditions,and in the case of partial termination the
portion to be terminated.Written notification mustsetforth the reasonsforsuch termination,
the effective date, and in case of a partial termination the portion to be terminated. However,
if, in the case of partial termination, WSDOT determines that the remaining portion of the
award will not accomplish the purposes for which the award was made, WSDOT may
terminate the award in its entirety. The PARTIES may terminate this AGREEMENT for
convenience for reasons including, but not limited to, the following:
1. The requisite funding becomes unavailable through the failure of appropriation or
otherwise;
2. WSDOT determines, in its sole discretion,that the continuation of the Project would
not produce beneficial results commensurate with the further expenditure of funds;
3. The CONTRACTOR is prevented from proceeding with the Project as a direct result
of an Executive Order of the Presidentwith respect to the prosecution of a war or in
the interest of national defense;or an Executive Order of the President or Governor
of the State with respect to the preservation of energy resources;
4. The CONTRACTOR is prevented from proceeding with the Project by reason of a
temporary preliminary, special, or permanent restraining order or injunction of a
court of competent jurisdiction where the issuance of such order or injunction is
primarily caused by the acts or omissions of persons or agencies other than the
CONTRACTOR; or
5. The State Government or WSDOT determines that the purposes of the statute
authorizing the Project would not be adequately served by the continuation of
financial assistance for the Project.
6. In the case of termination for convenience undersubsectionsA.1-5 above, WSDOT
shall reimburse the CONTRACTOR for all costs payable under this AGREEMENT
that the CONTRACTOR properly incurred prior to termination. The CONTRACTOR
shall promptly submit its claim for reimbursementto WSDOT. If the CONTRACTOR
has any property in its possession belonging to WSDOT, the CONTRACTOR will
account for the same, and dispose of it in the manner WSDOT directs.
B. Termination for Default. WSDOT may suspend or terminate this AGREEMENT
for default,in whole or in part, and all or any part of the financial assistance provided herein,
at any time by written notice to the CONTRACTOR, if the CONTRACTOR materially
breaches or fails to perform any of the requirements of this AGREEMENT, including:
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1. Take any action pertaining to this AGREEMENT withoutthe approval of WSDOT,
which under the procedures of th is AGR EEMENTwou Id have required the approval
of WSDOT.
2. Jeopardizes its ability to perform pursuant to this AGREEMENT, United States of
America laws, Washington state laws, or local governmental laws underwhich the
CONTRACTOR operates.
3. Failure to perform the Project or any part thereof including, but not limited to:
a) Failure to build the Project according to the design specifications and all
applicable building code required standards.
b) Failure to remedy all material defects in the performance of the Project and
correct all faulty workmanship by the CONTRACTOR or its subcontractors in
a timely manner.
c) Failure to take any necessary and reasonable action which could affect the
ability of the Project to perform its designated function or takes any action
which could shorten its useful life for Project use or otherwise; or
d) Failureto make reasonable and appropriate use of the Project's real property,
facilities, equipment, and/or infrastructure.
4. Fails to make reasonable progress on the Project or other violation of this
AGREEMENT that endangers substantial performance of the Project; or
5. Fails to perform in the manner called for in this AGREEMENT, or fails, to comply
with or, is in material violation of,any provision ofthisAGREEMENT. WSDOT shall
serve a notice of termination on the CONTRACTOR setting forth the manner in
which the CONTRACTOR is in default hereunder. If it is later determined by
WSDOT that the CONTRACTOR had an excusable reason for not performing,such
as events which are notthe fau ltof or are beyond the control of the CONTRACTOR,
such as a strike, fire or flood,WSDOT may: a) allow the CONTRACTOR to continue
work after setting up a new delivery of performance schedule, or b) treat the
termination as a termination for convenience.
C. WSDOT, in its sole discretion may, in the case of a termination for breach or default,
allow the CONTRACTOR ten (10) business days, or such longer period as determined by
WSDOT, in which to cure the defect. In such cases, the notice of termination will state the
time period in which cure is permitted and other appropriate conditions. If the
CONTRACTOR fails to remedy to WSDOTs satisfaction the breach or default within the
timeframe and under the conditions set forth in the notice of termination, WSDOT shall
have the right to terminate this AGREEMENT without any further obligation to
CONTRACTOR. Any such termination fordefaultshall not in any way operate to preclude
WSDOT from also pursuing all available remedies againstCONTRACTOR and its sureties
for said breach or default.
D. In the event that WSDOT elects to waive its remedies for any breach by
CONTRACTOR of any covenant,term, or condition of this AGREEMENT, such waiver by
WSDOT shall not limit WSDOTs remedies for any succeeding breach of that or of any
other term, covenant, or condition of this AGREEMENT.
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Section 37
Venue and Process
In the event either PARTY deems it necessary to institute legal action or proceeding to
enforce any right or obligation under this AGREEMENT, the PARTIES hereto agree that
any such action shall be initiated in the Su perior Cou rt of the State of Washington situad
in Thurston County. The PARTIES agree that the laws of the State of Washington shall
apply.
Section 38
Changed Conditions Affecting Performance
The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to immediately notify WSDOT in writing of any change
in conditions or law, or of any other event, including any current or prospective dispute,
which may adversely affect WSDOTs interest in the Project or affect the CONTRACTOR's
ability to perform the Project in accordance with the provisions of this AGREEMENT.
Section 39
Subrogation
A. Subrogation. WSDOT may require the CONTRACTOR to assign to WSDOT all
rights of recovery against any person or organization for loss, to the extent of
WSDOT's loss. Upon assignment, the CONTRACTOR shall execute, deliver, and
do whatever else reasonably necessary to secure WSDOT's rights. The
CONTRACTOR shall do nothing after any loss to intentionally prejudice the rights of
WSDOT.
B. Duties of the CONTRACTOR. If WSDOT has exercised its right of subrogation,the
CONTRACTOR shall cooperate with WSDOT and, upon WSDOT's request, assist
in the prosecution of suits and enforce any right against any person or organization
who may be liable to WSDOT due to damage of Project Equipment. The
CONTRACTOR shall attend hearings and trials as requested by WSDOT, assist in
securing and giving evidence as requested by WSDOT, and obtain the attendance
of witnesses as requested by WSDOT.
Section 40
Severability
If any covenantor provision of this AGREEMENT shall be adjudged void,such adjudication
shall notaffectthe validity or obligation of performance of any other covenantor provision,
or any part thereof, which in itself is valid if such remainder conforms to the terms and
requirements of applicable law and the intent of this AGREEMENT. No controversy
concerning any covenantor provision shall delay the performance of any other covenant
or provision except as herein allowed.
Section 41
Counterparts
This AGREEMENT may be simultaneously executed in several counterparts,each of which
shall be deemed to be an original having identical legal effect.
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Section 42
Complete Agreement
This document contains all covenants, stipulations, and provisions agreed upon by the
PARTIES. No agent or representative of WSDOT or the CONTRACTOR has authority to
make, and neither WSDOT nor the CONTRACTOR shall be bound by or be liable for, any
statement, representation, promise or agreement not set forth herein or made by written
amendment hereto.
Section 43
Order of Precedence
Any conflict or inconsistency in this AGREEMENT and its attachments will be resolved by
giving documents precedence in the following order:
1. State Law
2. This AGREEMENT
3. The WSDOT Public Transportation State Grant Programs Guidebook
Section 44
Agreement Close Out
The CONTRACTOR shall notify WSDOT if the AGREEMENT is completed prior to the end
date set forth in the caption header, "Term of Agreement" by written notification and in its
capital Quarterly Progress Report, as referenced in the Guidebook, and any amendments
thereto, for the quarter in which the project is completed. WSDOT will prepare an
amendment to modify the AGREEMENT to reflect the actual amount spent and the Project
completion date. WSDOT will send a closeout letter to the CONTRACTOR.
Section 45
Execution
This AGREEMENT is executed by the Director, Public Transportation Division, State of
Washington, Department of Transportation, or the Director's designee, not as an individual
incurring personal obligation and liability, but solely by, for, and on behalf of the State of
Washington, Department of Transportation, in the capacity as Director, Public
Transportation Division, or as a designee.
Section 46
Binding Agreement
The undersigned acknowledge thatthey are authorized to execute this AGREEMENT and
bind their respective agency(ies)and/or entity(ies)to the obligations set forth herein.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the PARTIES hereto have executed this AGREEMENT the day
and year signed last below.
WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACTOR
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authored Representative Authorized in ntative
Public Transportation Division,WSDOT
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Date Date
CITY CONTRACT NO' l
RESOLUTION NO.
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AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 9.A.
For Meeting of: July 16, 2024
ITEM TITLE: Resolution authorizing an Agreement with Washington State
Department of Transportation to provide funding for improvements on
the Downtown Transit Center
SUBMITTED BY: Scott Schafer, Public Works Director
* Alvie Maxey, Transit Manager
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)through Connecting Washington Tier
Grant program has awarded the City of Yakima (City) grant funding in the amount of$191,000 to be
used towards the Downtown Transit Center and new bus shelters. This funding does not require a
match of funds from the City of Yakima.
In order to receive this funding, it is necessary for the City and WSDOT to enter into Grant Agreement
PTD0798 which has been attached for City Council review.
ITEM BUDGETED: Yes
STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Investment In Infrastructure
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution_WSDOT_Grant_Transit_Center
PTD0798 Construction Grant Agreement.pdf
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