Discussion and possible action to adopt RES. 2023-64 approving the Fiscal Years 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Program.

The Capital Improvement Program is the City’s budget for financing capital projects. This is an essential part of the City’s plan to extend services and facilities to the community. This 10-year funded program aligns with the City’s General Plan, and incorporates the facility and infrastructure master plans prepared and maintained by various departments throughout the organization.

The proposed CIP is a $1,104,118,867 plan to support various projects through FY 2033. The FY 2024 capital budget of $410,595,701 reflects the first year of the plan, which includes $188,080,724 carryover requests from FY 2023. The 10-year capital plan is fiscally balanced, meaning that the capital costs of each project have an identified funding source based on reliable revenues. The CIP addresses projects that are needed—or will be needed—across a broad spectrum of areas, including drainage, economic development, operational facilities, parks, public safety, streets, traffic control, and water and wastewater systems.

At the March 29, 2023, Budget Study Session, Mayor and Council received a presentation and supporting project details on the proposed FY 2024-2033 CIP. As follow-up to this review and discussion of various projects included in said program, the following adjustments have taken place: 

In addition to the aforementioned modifications, Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center (GRPSTC) Investment project was adjusted, moving $1,000,000 from FY 2025 to FY 2024; however, the total remains at $10,000,000 over the next two fiscal years. Furthermore, $2,250,000 of the New Wells Construction project was reallocated from design to construction. The Downtown Redevelopment and Streetscape projects were combined. Finally, the $35,726 increase for both Fire Station No. 6 Finishes Refresh and Fire Station No. 7 Remodel relates to arts and engineering service chargebacks.

Adoption of the CIP establishes the City’s plan for infrastructure development over the next 10 years; it does not provide the legal appropriation needed to expend public funds on the projects included in the program. Adoption of the City’s final budget (scheduled for City Council action on May 16, 2023) appropriates the first year of the CIP, providing the budget authority required to expend money on projects scheduled for FY 2024.

Notable projects planned for the next five years are summarized herein.

Drainage Projects

• The 67th Avenue and Pinnacle Peak Road Regional Drainage Improvements project includes coordination with the Flood Control District of Maricopa County (FCDMC) to implement a regional storm drain system in the area of 67th Avenue and Pinnacle Peak Road. The project includes storm water basins, channel improvements, box culverts, storm drains, laterals, and catch basins that are an extension of the overall drainage system.

• The 75th Avenue and Olive Avenue Regional Basin project is a potential cost sharing opportunity with FCDMC for the implementation of a regional storm drain basin and other facilities on the parcel northwest of 75^th Avenue and Golden Lane. As part of this project, half-street improvements along the west side of 75th Avenue, as well as the north side of Golden Lane will take place.

• The 83^rd Avenue, Peoria Avenue and Grand Avenue Drainage Improvement project is another collaboration with FCDMC to complete a study on the impact and efficacy of relocating existing basin, installing a new storm drain, and an evaluation of possible land acquisition needs.

Economic Development Projects

• The Downtown Streetscape and Redevelopment project for creating a “place to be” for families, while improving economic vitality of the downtown area.

• The Peoria Sports Complex Auxiliary Field and Parking Improvements project to construct two practice fields and replace existing parking as part of the Stadium Point development.

• The Economic Development Agreement project consolidates previously approved financial agreements in relation to Trailhead, Downtown, Stadium Point, and other commitments described in project detail.

Operational Facilities Projects

• The City Hall Renovation and Entry Plaza Improvement projects to enhance public and occupational functionality of the main campus by decommissioning fountain structure and implementing hardscape, landscape, irrigation, and shade installations and/or replacements.

• The Sports Complex Maintenance Building project to install a secured maintenance yard and shop. After occupancy, this project will demolish the existing aged maintenance building and prepare land for a subsequent phase of field improvements.

• The Fleet Shop Replacement project to build a replacement maintenance facility sized and equipped to meet the needs of the City's growing fleet. The building will be value engineered to ensure the cost is commensurate with the market rate.

Parks & Recreation Projects

• The Parks Refresh Program, Facility Refurbishment, Court Renovations, Playground Improvements, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance projects for maintenance and replacement needs that include, but are not limited to accessibility, practice fields, sport courts, turf, playgrounds, lighting, furniture, building and fitness equipment, landscape, shade, and more.

• The New River Trailhead South project for land acquisition, design, and construction of a pedestrian and bicycle access point to the New River Trail system with comfort facilities such as shade ramadas, drinking fountains, and resting areas.

• The Water Conservation project for turf reduction in various Parks and retention basins as part of the City’s effort to reduce consumption and increase resiliency.

Public Safety Projects

• The Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center (GRPSTC) Investment increases the City’s use of the state-of-the-art public safety training facility.

• The Peoria Police Department Evidence Facility project near the City Hall Campus with storage systems, furnishings, security, information technology, and audiovisual systems.

• Public Safety Facility project for a new fire station in the northwest section of the City that will mirror a fire station 4-bay prototype but also accommodate a police patrol operation. This project will also include the installation of a traffic signal.

Streets Projects

• The 67^th Avenue Widening project extends from Pinnacle Peak Road to Happy Valley Road adding travel lanes, converting a portion of the above ground utilities underground but also includes the installation of bike lanes, raised medians, curb, gutter, sidewalk, streetlights, and landscaping.

• The Jomax Road Improvements project, in coordination with Aloravita South Development to improve Jomax Road between the 72nd Drive alignment and 75th Avenue. The project will also include the installation of a traffic signal at 75th Avenue.

• The Lake Pleasant Parkway project to extend interconnect/fiber and add travel lanes, median, and a traffic signal at Old Carefree Highway. Modifications to the Lake Pleasant Parkway and Arizona State Route 74 (SR74) intersection will also take place.

Traffic Control Projects

• The 107^th Avenue and Rose Garden Lane Traffic Signal project for intersection improvements and installation of a traffic signal administered by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).

• The 83^rd Avenue and Hillcrest Boulevard Traffic Signal project to improve and install a traffic signal, and thereby, mitigate congestion and promote safety.

• The Intelligent Transportation System Advance Technology Enhancements project for Adaptive Signal Control Technology (ASCT) installations throughout the City’s signal network and upgrades such as flashing yellow arrows (FYA) to allow for time of day protection.

Water Projects

• The CAP/LLP Intersection Wellfield for the addition of five new potable water wells to provide redundancy and enhance water reliability.

• The Zone 6E Reservoir & Booster Pump Station will serve as a regional storage and booster pump facility to serve commercial and residential growth near the Lake Pleasant Parkway corridor, as well as provide water treatment to various nearby wells.

• The Salt River Project (SRP) – Central Arizona Project (CAP) Interconnect Facility Participation (SCIF) is part of a collaborative investment with multiple partners, who will be able to move water from SRP system directly into the CAP system. This proposed facility would serve to build further water resiliency in Peoria.

Wastewater Projects

• The Jomax Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Expansion project to increase treatment capacity and enhance the City’s alternative water supply.

• The Reclaimed Water System projects install new infrastructure to expand the use of recycled water in Peoria.

• The Lift Station Reconditioning Program for pre-treatment, odor control, corrosion prevention, eyewash stations, equipment upgrades and replacement needs throughout the City. FY 2023 requested carryover to finalize station rehabilitation at 112^th Avenue & Northern Avenue.

Mayor and Council reviewed and discussed the proposed Fiscal Years 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Program at the March 29, 2023, Study Session.

Staff recommends approval of the resolution to adopt the Fiscal Years 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Program.

Preparing and managing the Capital Improvement Program is a major undertaking. It requires careful coordination of the cost estimating, financing, timing, and prioritization of projects. Debt capacity limits, constitutional requirements, and voter authorization must be carefully considered. Although the plan is updated annually, it is subject to change during the year with the authorization of the Mayor and Council. Proposed adjustments to project budgets will be brought to Mayor and Council on a project-by-project basis.