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Final Reading Ordinance Amending City of Laredo Code of Ordinances Chapter 28, Article IX Public Right-Of-Way Management - Division 1. Sections 28-165 Definitions and Section 28-167 Field Utility Coordination; Defining hydro-excavation. Mandating hydro-excavation to expose existing utilities in the Public Right-Of-Way that provide for a greater control to reduce the potential damages of the City of Laredo’s infrastructure in Public Right-of-Way.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On January 28, 2025, the Council approved Introductory Ordinance to amend Code of Ordinances Chapter 28, Article IX Public Right-of-Way Management. Ordinance 2025-O-162, Mandating Hydro Excavation to help mitigate damages of city infrastructure on the City of Laredo Right-of-Way. .
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo City Council directed staff to help mitigate damage on the Public Right-of-Way on September 3, 2024 as per Agenda Item: 24-1479. Staff discussed internally different options. The option of mandating hydro-excavation was deemed the best option. The need to identify existing infrastructure by means of hydro excavating within the City of Laredo’s Right-of-Way will mitigate damages to City’s infrastructure. This will help guide the orderly growth of installing fiber optic line to enhance the conductivity of services to citizens.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that the City Council approve this ordinance.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2025
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Source of Funds: N
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Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N
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