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CONSTRUCTION COMMITTEE
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Subject
SUBJECT: CROWN CASTLE FIBER LLC UTILITY COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
Action
ACTION: APPROVE RECOMMENDATION
Heading
RECOMMENDATION
Title
AUTHORIZE the Chief Executive Officer to execute the Utility Cooperative Agreement (UCA) between Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Metro (Metro) and Crown Castle Fiber LLC (Crown Castle) (Attachment A).
Issue
ISSUE
As Metro's rail projects move forward, the team has identified Crown Castle communication systems within the alignment that require utility relocation and/or general utility support. This is Metro's first interaction with Crown Castle. Therefore, to move forward with the relocations and general utility support coordination, a Utility Cooperative Agreement (UCA) must be set in place between Metro and Crown Castle to memorialize roles and responsibilities. This UCA is prepared in a manner that would accommodate and support other future Metro rail and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects that may require services from Crown Castle.
Background
BACKGROUND
A well-planned utility relocation is critical to rail projects' cost and schedule. Earlier communication and closer coordination with utility companies allow smoother completion. It is critical to set up Agreements to document delivery commitments, cost-sharing, and a process to resolve disagreements so that work can continue unimpeded. This agreement is needed to enable timely and effective coordination with this utility owner.
Discussion
DISCUSSION
As technology advances, new communication providers constantly install new infrastructure within Metro proposed Project areas. Such as in the case of Crown Castle. The general intent of the UCA would be to cover the current ongoing Projects, starting with the East San Fernando Valley Transit project, as well as future Metro Projects for many years to come. This UCA describes the roles, responsibilities, and obligations of both parties...
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