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 operationa...
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