TO: Board of County Commissioners
THROUGH: John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator
Nancy A. Bunt, Assistant County Administrator
Ronnie T. Jones, Public Works Director
Adam Heltemes, P.E., Roadway Production Manager
FROM: Jill Williams, Contract Support Specialist
DATE: January 23, 2026
SUBJECT: Work Order No. 27, Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. 37th Street and Indian River Boulevard Intersection Improvements (IRC-1910)
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BACKGROUND
Indian River County Public Works reviewed traffic volumes and the Level of Service (LOS) for the intersection of Indian River Boulevard and 37th Street. Based on this engineering analysis, staff determined that the intersection is currently operating at a failing LOS grade of “F.” In addition, a review of the crash history indicated that realignment of the intersection could reduce both the frequency and severity of crashes at this location. To improve the intersection’s LOS and enhance overall safety, it was determined that the intersection would need to be realigned and reconstructed.
ANALYSIS
Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. was issued Work Order No. 11 in April 2019 to realign and reconstruct the intersection of 37th Street and Indian River Boulevard, add additional eastbound and northbound turn lanes, and improve overall safety. Work Order No. 27, in the amount of $207,880, will include the extension of existing jurisdictional permits; review franchise utility infrastructure to identify facilities requiring relocation to accommodate the proposed improvements; develop a traffic control plan to minimize operational disruptions at the intersection; and provide post-design services to support the County during construction.
The Procurement Manager has reviewed the work order for compliance with the agreement.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
Funds, in the amount of $207,880, are budgeted and available in the Optional Sales Tax Fund/Road and Bridge/37th St & IR Blvd Intersection account, number 31521441-066510-19011.
PREVIOUS BOARD ACTIONS
On April 23, 2019, the Board of County Commissioners approved Work Order No. 11 to Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. for geotechnical, design and permitting services to re-align the intersection of 37th Street Roadway and Indian River Boulevard.
POTENTIAL FUTURE BOARD ACTIONS
Award of bid for construction of 37th Street and Indian River Boulevard intersection improvements.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
This action aligns with the County’s Infrastructure Strategic Plan - planning, managing and maintaining critical public infrastructure in response to our current needs, future demands and the expectations of our community.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval of Work Order No. 27 to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., authorizing the professional services as outlined in the Scope of Services and requests the Board authorize the Chairman to execute Work Order No. 27 on their behalf for a lump sum amount of $207,880.00.