Description
Title: To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to execute a Standard Project Administration Agreement between the City of Richmond and the Virginia Department of Transportation for the purpose of funding the Chamberlayne Avenue Paving Project.
Summary
On May 26, 2026, the City of Richmond introduced Ordinance No. 2026-125, which authorizes the Chief Administrative Officer to execute a Standard Project Administration Agreement with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) for the Chamberlayne Avenue Paving Project. This project aims to resurface Chamberlayne Avenue from Walton Avenue to Hammond Avenue, enhancing road quality and including necessary ADA upgrades. The total estimated cost is $325,267, with $295,267 to be reimbursed by VDOT under the Primary Extension Paving Program. This legislation is crucial for securing federal funding and maintaining local infrastructure, ensuring compliance with House Bill 1887, which mandates prioritization in road maintenance. Without adoption, Richmond risks losing