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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20183351.tiffChloe Rempel From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Elizabeth Relford Monday, January 4, 2021 4:39 PM Mike Bedell; Jan Warwick; Curtis Hall; Dawn Anderson Chloe Rempel; Mariah Higgins RE: CTB Temp Status Update AE - You are correct Mike. This is an executed final contract per the State Controller signature. Elizabeth From: Mike Bedell <mbedell@weldgov.com> Sent: Monday, January 4, 2021 4:33 PM To: Jan Warwick <jwarwick@weldgov.com>; Elizabeth Relford <erelford@weldgov.com>; Curtis Hall <chall@weldgov.com>; Dawn Anderson <dranderson@weldgov.com> Cc: Chloe Rempel <crempel@weldgov.com>; Mariah Higgins <mhiggins@weldgov.com> Subject: RE: CTB Temp Status Update See attached for #20183351. The only signature missing on this is Kathryn Young, First Assistant to the Attorney General. There were e -mails and discussions had regarding this last year and I was under the impression this is good enough and that signature is not required for our purposes. Michael Bedell Senior Engineer Weld County Public Works Department (970J-301-0780 Confidentiality Notice: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Jan Warwick <iwarwick@weldgov.com> Sent: Monday, January 04, 2021 3:07 PM To: Mike Bedell <mbedell@weldgov.com>; Elizabeth Relford <erelford@weldgov.com>; Curtis Hall <chall@weldgov.com>; Dawn Anderson <dranderson@weldgov.com> Cc: Chloe Rempel <crempel@weldgov.com>; Mariah Higgins <mhiggins@weldgov.com> Subject: CTB Temp Status Update Good afternoon, This email serves as a status update for documents from the Commissioner's Agenda that are pending final signatures from various sources. When final signatures are obtained, please remember to send a copy to the Clerk to the Board's Office to ensure the Commissioners' final Resolution is signed, the Resolution is 1 31 .8".-3351 E600-7s distributed, and the complete document is finalized. The query included items pending as of today's date, so there are items from recent Agendas that understandably may not have final signatures yet. *If it is not possible to gain the final signature of a document, especially in cases of documents prior to 2018 and 2019, please respond as such with an explanation for us to scan into Tyler in lieu of the final signature. 1) #20183351, Agreement for Upgrading Highway/Railroad Grade Crossing Warning Devices, Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway Company, signatures of BNSF Railroad Company and State of Colorado authorized representatives (page 17 of PDF). 2) #20190589, Agreement for Extraordinary Maintenance and Extraordinary Snow Removal, signatures of the Federal Highway Administration Division Administrator, USAF Warren AFB Chief of Missile Engineering, CDOT Chief Engineer (page 8 of PDF). 3) #20201251, Annexation Agreement for Portions of County Roads 21 and 74 right-of-way, Town of Severance, signatures of Town of Severance Mayor with Town Clerk's attestation (page 4 of PDF). Thank you. Jan Warwick Deputy Clerk to the Board Weld County 1150 O Street Greeley, CO 80631 tel: 970-400-4217 Confidentiality Notice: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. 2 RESOLUTION RE: APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR UPGRADING HIGHWAY/RAILROAD GRADE CROSSING WARNING DEVICES AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - THE BURLINGTON NORTHERN AND SANTA FE RAILWAY COMPANY (BNSF) WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with an Agreement for Upgrading Highway/Railroad Grade Crossing Warning Devices among the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Public Works, Colorado Department of Transportation and Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway Company (BNSF), commencing upon full execution, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said agreement, and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said agreement, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the Agreement for Upgrading Highway/Railroad Grade Crossing Warning Devices among the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Public Works, Colorado Department of Transportation and BNSF, be and hereby is, approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized to sign said agreement. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 22nd day of October, A.D., 2018. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO ATTEST: `kp: Weld County Clerk to the Board ounty Attorney Date of signature: II -14- I% Steve Moreno, Chair PWCE,RICNI(Yvt3) Vain( 1 2018-3351 EG0075 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PASS -AROUND REVIEW PASS -AROUND TITLE: Contract for BNSF Railroad Crossing Signal at WCR75 DEPARTMENT: Public Works DATE: 10/08/2018 PERSON(S) REQUESTING: Elizabeth Relford and Michael Bedell Brief description of the problem/issue: The County, BNSF Railway Company, and CDOT have proposed to enter into a joint contract agreement (see attached) to improve an existing railroad crossing at WCR75 east of Roggen. This contract provides for highway/railroad grade crossing improvements that consist of installing: flashing light signals, gates, bells, constant warning devices, and controls cabinet. CDOT Section 130 Program funds will be utilized to pay for 100% of the costs, estimated at $220,141.00. CDOT Staff submit the required PUC Application and perform most of the administrative tasks. What options exist for the Board? (include consequences, impacts, costs, etc. of options): 1. The Board can choose to approve this Contract as written. 2. The Board can choose to not approve this Contract or have the Public Works Department ask that changes be made to the Contract. Recommendation: Public Works recommends approval of this Contract. If recommended for approval by the Board, this Contract may appear on the October 15, 2018 BOCC Meeting Agenda. Construction of the railroad crossing improvements is planned for 2019. Approve Recommendation Sean P. Conway Julie A. Cozad Mike Freeman Barbara Kirkmeyer, Pro -Tern Steve Moreno, Chair Schedule Work Session Other/Comments: 2018-3351 C69075 QA r - 1q-Aw-z7Dow P0-4 48 (000 4% _ CDOT Project No. SRP SW01-654; 21080 CONTRACT BETWEEN THE Colorado PUC E -Filings System COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, WELD COUNTY, AND THE BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY COVERING FURNISH AND INSTALL FLASHING LIGHT SIGNALS, GATES, BELLS, CONSTANT WARNING CIRCUITRY, AND NEW CABIN AT RAILROAD MILE POST 494.45 LS0021, BRUSH SUBDIVISION DOT 057-224H IN WELD COUNTY, COLORADO 4668720 Pages: 1 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO iiii ptiii K11�r'I i I"i'I ���!«Vh1���hL�'�i '� ui, 11111 aD/itl- (53si (3) SRP SW01-654; 21080 CR 75 Weld County; BNSF DOT 057-224H CONTRACT FOR UPGRADING HIGHWAY/RAILROAD GRADE CROSSING WARNING DEVICES UNDER FEDERAL SECTION 130 PROGRAM THIS CONTRACT, effective immediately upon the signature of the State Controller, by and between the STATE OF COLORADO for the use and benefit of the STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DIVISION OF ENGINEERING, DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, hereinafter referred to as the "State", and WELD COUNTY, COLORADO hereinafter referred to as "Local Agency", and BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY, formerly known as the "The Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway Company", hereinafter referred to as "BNSF" or "Railroad Company" or the "Contractor". WHEREAS, authority exists in the Law and Funds have been budgeted, appropriated and otherwise made available and a sufficient unencumbered balance thereof remains available for payment in WBS Element 21080, Contract Encumbrance Amount $220,141.00; and WHEREAS, required approval, clearance and coordination has been accomplished from and with appropriate agencies; and WHEREAS, this contract is executed by the State under authority of section 43-1-I 10, C.R.S., by both the State and Local Agency under the authority of sections 29-1-203 and 43-2- 144, C.R.S., and by the Local Agency pursuant to an appropriate ordinance or resolution duly passed and adopted by the Local Agency; and WHEREAS, pursuant to applicable provisions of Title 23, United States Code, and the regulations promulgated thereunder, certain federal funds have been and will in the future be made available for the elimination of hazards at certain highway/railroad grade crossings on the Federal - aid Urban System and on roads not on any Federal -aid System, by the installation of warning devices, such projects being hereinafter referred to as the Section 130 Program. WHEREAS, this project selected under the Section 130 Program is eligible for funding at the rate of 100% Federal -aid funds provided the project costs are incurred in accordance with the conditions set forth herein, all without cost to the BNSF, it being understood that such ratio applies only to such costs as are eligible for Federal participation; and WHEREAS, Federal regulations (23 CFR §§646.200 et.seq. (2009)) require the State to contract with railroad companies on Federal -aid projects involving use of railroad property or 1 4668720 Pages: 2 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO ■IIVICRIPII,11 'IfsM MRM+hA KIWit liyi 11 II 1 adjustment to railroad facilities; and WHEREAS, the State is responsible for the administration of the Section 130 program and will act in the relative position of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) in reviewing and approving highway/railroad projects and in authorizing expenditure of Federal -aid funds on said projects; and WHEREAS, the FHWA has determined that the use of a three -party contract is required in order for the State to fulfill its administrative responsibilities, including the responsibility of assuring that work is not performed prior to authorization by the State; and WHEREAS, the Local Agency and the BNSF understand that, pursuant to 23 CFR §646.220, the State is responsible for issuing written authorization for all phases of the work described herein, and that the costs for such work will be eligible for reimbursement only if the work is performed after written authorization by the State; and WHEREAS, the State has initiated this Section 130 Program project numbered SRP SW01-654; 21080 by submittal to the State of a completed CDOT Form No. 463; and WHEREAS, the project is not located on the State Highway System and is under the legal jurisdiction of the Local Agency; and WHEREAS, this contract provides for highway/railroad grade crossing improvements that consist of installing: flashing light signals, gates, bells, constant warning devices, and new cabin; and WHEREAS, the proposed improvements provided for herein are located on CR 75, Weld County, Colorado and the BNSF track, National Inventory Crossing No. 057-224H, BNSF milepost 494.45, Powder River Division, Brush Subdivision; and WHEREAS, the BNSF has agreed to be responsible for the installation and operation of the crossing warning devices installed hereunder; and WHEREAS, the BNSF is adequately staffed and suitably equipped to undertake and satisfactorily complete the proposed improvements, and can perform the Railroad Work more advantageously and more cost effectively than the State; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest that the Railroad Work be performed by the BNSF's forces, on a Force Account basis; and NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained, and the faithful performance thereof, the parties hereto promise and agree as follows: 2 4668720 Pages: 3 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO ■iii Prdr��aw hriviii r ildrOlawl0II hilrlik III III ARTICLE I GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION A. DEFINITIONS I. FHWA U. S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration 2. CFR - Code of Federal Regulations 3. MUTCD - The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, Year 2003 Edition 4. PUC Public Utilities Commission of Colorado 5. CRS Colorado Revised Statutes 6. The term "Eligible Charges" shall include only those actual incurred costs, as provided in 23 CFR, Part 140, which are directly attributable to Project No. SRP SW01-654; 21080, and which are incurred following written authorization by the State for the various work functions, except as provided in Article II, Section A. 7. The term "Railroad Work" shall consist of work done by BNSF forces and shall include the following: Furnish and install flashing LED light signals, gates, bells, constant warning devices, and new cabin. SECTION B. EXHIBITS The exhibits listed below are attached hereto and made a part of this contract: Exhibit A Print Showing Crossing Location Exhibit B Railroad Force Account Estimate - Signal Exhibit C Civil Rights Exhibit Exhibit D Option Letter SECTION C. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS The following are made a part of this contract by reference the same as if attached hereto 3 4668720 Pages: 4 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO VIII Pcir J ikii. RINICIfi tin/ LIEVIVEVO I iiJriik ION including any supplements or amendments thereto dated prior to date of this contract: 23 CFR §§140.900 et. seq. (2009) 23 CFR §§646.101 et. seq. (2009) 23 CFR §§646.200 et. seq. (2009) MUTCD, Dated 2009 ARTICLE II COMMITMENTS ON THE PART OF THE LOCAL AGENCY SECTION A. PRE -CONTRACT ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS Certain administrative tasks are necessary to be performed prior to execution of this contract, and the Local Agency agrees that the costs of those tasks, whether incurred by the Local Agency or the State shall be eligible for reimbursement from project funds. Said tasks include, but are not limited to, preparation of CDOT Form No. 463, attending pre -design meetings, obtaining FHWA approvals and preparation of this contract. In the event Federal -aid funds are not made available, or are withdrawn for the project, the Local Agency shall reimburse the State for costs incurred by the State, subject to the limits provided in Article IV, Section B, in administering this contract. SECTION B. PUC APPLICATION The Local Agency shall make application to the Public Utilities Commission requesting a PUC decision providing for the improvement provided for herein. The Local Agency shall submit a copy of this fully executed contract to the PUC as a compliance filing. The State shall participate in any hearing before the PUC in this matter. SECTION C. UTILITIES The Local Agency shall be responsible for obtaining proper clearance or approval, in writing, or formal agreement if utility adjustments are required, from utility companies which may be involved in the project. The Local Agency shall furnish the State with documentation of such clearance or approval prior to installation of the proposed improvements. SECTION D. RIGHT-OF-WAY The Local Agency shall provide written certification to the State that the proposed project will be constructed on existing right-of-way, or that if right-of-way is acquired for the completion 4 4668720 Pages: 5 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO lIII INFAINII MI MI Eli: f f IMP MIA 4:1 NA 11111 of the project that such acquisition was made in accordance with FHWA and State regulations. SECTION E. CROSSING IMPROVEMENT WORK The Local Agency shall coordinate crossing improvement work and shall inspect the Railroad Work performed by BNSF forces. The Local Agency shall not initiate or authorize any crossing improvement work, including the Railroad Work until the State has issued the Notice to Proceed, Article IV, Section A, to the Local Agency and the BNSF. In the event that such work is initiated by the Local Agency prior to issuance of the Notice to Proceed, the Local Agency shall be solely responsible for all costs incurred for work performed prior to such issuance. The Local Agency shall be responsible for providing a traffic control during Project Work that meets the criteria of the most current edition of the MUTCD. SECTION F. RAILROAD COMPANY BILLINGS Upon receipt of the Railroad Company's billings from the State's Railroad Coordinator, the Local Agency shall review and verify the billings for the Railroad Work performed hereunder to ensure that the billings are for Eligible Charges for work actually performed. After Local Agency verification, the designated representative from the Local Agency shall send written confirmation to the State's Project Manager that the work has been accomplished. The State's Project Manager will approve the bill for payment by the State to the Railroad Company. SECTION G. INSPECTION AND AUDIT The Local Agency shall, during all phases of the work, permit duly authorized agents and employees of the State and the FHWA to inspect the project and to inspect, review and audit the project records. The Local Agency shall maintain all books, documents, papers, accounting records, and other evidence pertaining to costs incurred and to make such materials available at all reasonable times during the construction of the project and for three (3) years from the date of final payment. Copies of such records shall be furnished by the Local Agency if requested. ARTICLE III COMMITMENTS ON THE PART OF THE RAILROAD COMPANY SECTION A. CROSSING AT GRADE 1. Warning Devices. The BNSF agrees to accomplish by force account all the Railroad Work as provided hereunder, provided that the BNSF shall obtain written Notice to Proceed from the State before it starts to perform or authorizes the performance of such railroad force account work. In the event that such work is initiated prior to the issuance by the State of the written Notice to Proceed the BNSF shall be solely responsible for all costs incurred for such work. 2. Plans and Force Account Estimate. Prior to execution of this contract, the BNSF shall 5 4668720 Pages: 6 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO Illni&riliik IIIIMilAillil LTWIrikailditilt Wilily), BIM submit a general plan showing the crossing, the type(s) and location of crossing warning devices to be installed, and the approximate approach lengths and/or warning time for the devices along with an itemized cost estimate Exhibit B for the proposed Railroad Work to the Local Agency and the State. Said estimate shall take into account the value of all existing material that can be salvaged. The Local Agency shall be afforded the opportunity to inspect salvaged material. The cost estimate shall conform to the requirements of 23 CFR, Part 140, Subpart I, and shall be of the form prescribed in 23 CFR, Part 646, Subpart B. 3. Changes in the Railroad Work. No change shall be made in the Railroad Work which will alter the character or scope of the Railroad Work without the prior written concurrence from the Local Agency and prior written authorization by the State. The BNSF shall be responsible for cost increases resulting from unauthorized changes in the Railroad Work. SECTION B. COORDINATION After receipt of the Notice to Proceed from the State, the Railroad Company shall notify the Local Agency and the State at least thirty (30) days in advance of beginning the Railroad Work so that the Local Agency and the State can arrange for construction zone traffic control and inspection. The Railroad Company shall also furnish the Local Agency and the State a copy of the completion notice the Railroad Company furnishes to the PUC. SECTION C. RAILROAD COMPANY'S BILLINGS TO THE STATE Progress billings for Eligible Charges for the Railroad Work shall be acceptable in minimum amounts of $500 for each billing. The Railroad Company shall provide its final and complete billings of all incurred costs to the State's Railroad Coordinator within one-year following completion of the Railroad Work. The billing for such work shall reference the project number. EACH INVOICE SHALL SPECIFICALLY STATE THE WORK PERFORMED AND SHALL BE THE SAME AS THE WORK AUTHORIZED. The State shall provide the Railroad Company with written notice of the completion of the work, thus marking the beginning of the one-year period. If the Railroad Company does not present the final bill to the State's Railroad Program Manager within that one-year time period, as required by 23 CFR § 140.922 (2009), then previous payments to the Railroad Company for the Railroad Work may be considered as final and complete reimbursement for that work, and the State may close out the project with no further financial obligation. Railroad Company's billings for incurred costs for the Railroad Work shall be audited by the State for compliance with 23 CFR §§ 140.900 et.seq. (2009). SECTION D. CIVIL RIGHTS The Railroad Company, in the prosecution of the work herein prescribed, will adhere to the requirements of the Civil Rights Exhibit C, and will include the provisions of the said Civil Rights Exhibit in every subcontract; including procurement of materials and leases unless exempt by the regulations, orders or instructions issued pursuant thereto. 6 4668720 Pages: 7 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO •u INFA Nirrn NM� ARTICLE IV COMMITMENTS ON THE PART OF THE STATE SECTION A. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION I . Approvals by the State. The State, acting in the relative position of the FHWA, shall be responsible for approving the various work functions relative to this project. The work functions include, but are not limited to, preliminary engineering, right-of-way, utility adjustments, Railroad Work, and work by the Local Agency. 2. Notice to Proceed. The State's Project Manager shall issue written Notice to Proceed for the various work functions as may be required. The State's issuance of authorization to proceed with the Railroad Work shall be contingent upon the PUC approval. Any work function performed by the Local Agency for the Railroad Company prior to the issuance of the Notices to Proceed shall not be eligible for reimbursement from Federal -aid funds. SECTION B. STATE'S SUPPORT SERVICES AND CHARGES The State shall perform the support services necessary for the approval and administration of this contract. These services may be performed in preparation for any conditions or requirements of this contract, including prior FHWA approval of project work. At the request of the Local Agency, the State may also provide other assistance under contract as agreed in writing. However, in the event that Federal funding is either not made available or is withdrawn for this contract, or if the Local Agency terminates this contract prior to project completion for any reason, then all actual incurred costs of such services and assistance provided by the State shall be at the sole expense of the Local Agency. At the request of the Local Agency, the State may provide other assistance as agreed to in writing. The Local Agency shall reimburse the State the actual costs incurred by the State in performing such assistance. SECTION C. RAILROAD COMPANY REIMBURSEMENT The State will pay the Railroad Company within 45 days of the State's receipt of an invoice. If payment is not made within 45 days of the State's receipt of an invoice, the State shall pay interest to the Railroad Company not to exceed 1% per month until payment is made, subject to the terms and conditions of section 24-30-202 (24), C.R.S. ARTICLE V ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS SECTION A. FINANCIAL PROVISIONS The total encumbrance for project is shown on page 1. Federal funds are 100% of the amount for crossing protection devices. The State's maximum financial obligation for all Eligible Charges 7 4668720 Pages: 8 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO 1111 NIIIirdfilidgChre! In :Ili RitiJ' itii Li 'ICU III III and other work costs under this Contract is currently limited to that total encumbrance amount. In the course of constructing the project, should BNSF have reasonable belief that BNSF's cost estimate identified in Exhibit B will be exceeded, BNSF is authorized to stop work until sufficient additional funds are made available by the State. The State may from time to time in a form substantially equivalent to that in Exhibit D, and bearing the approval of the State Controller or his designee, make more funds available on this contract. The funds availability letter shall not be deemed valid until it shall have been approved by the State Controller or such assistant as he may designate. SECTION B. REPRESENTATIVES I. To Local Agency: Elizabeth Relford Weld County Public Works 1 111 H Street Greeley, CO 80632 phone: 970-400-3748 2. To Railroad Company Amber Stoffels Manager, Public Projects BNSF Railway Company 3700 Globeville Road Denver, CO 80216 phone: 303-480-6584; fax: 303-480-6589 3. To State Project Manager: Long Nguyen, P.E. Colorado Department of Transportation 1420 2"d St Greeley, CO 80631 phone: 970-350-2126; fax: 970-669-0289 4. To State Railroad Coordinator: Rob Martindale CDOT Railroad Program Colorado Department of Transportation 2829 W. Howard Place, 3`d Floor Denver, CO 80204 phone: 970-210-5913 (cell) SECTION C. MAINTENANCE 1. Local Agency. Upon completion of this project the Local Agency shall maintain the 8 4668720 Pages: 9 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO 1111 IFIYAM'VIti IN i M OP Mkt:VIA lid Ill II roadway approaches to the crossing described in Article I, Section D. Roadway approaches shall be considered that section of roadway in the vicinity of the crossing beginning at the railroad crossing advance warning signs and extending to the edge of the concrete crossing surface and the transition between the roadway and the crossing surface. The Local Agency shall also be responsible for maintaining advance warning signs and pavement markings. The Local Agency shall not be responsible for maintaining the Railroad Company's facilities. 2. Railroad Company. Upon completion of this project the Railroad Company shall thereafter operate, maintain, repair and keep its roadbed, track and appurtenances, including the railroad grade crossing warning devices installed hereunder, in a proper working condition. In the event that Federal or State funds or other funds become available for use in the operation, maintenance, or repair of the crossing warning devices installed hereunder, the Railroad Company shall be free to apply for such funds. The Railroad Company shall not be responsible for maintaining the roadway approaches. SECTION D. NO BENEFITS TO THE RAILROAD COMPANY In accordance with 23 CFR §646.210 (b)( I ) (2008), it is determined that the improvements herein provided will not result in ascertainable benefits to the BNSF and, consequently, liability for the cost thereof shall not be required of the BNSF. SECTION E. CANCELLATION In the event delays or difficulties arise in securing necessary approvals, or in acquiring necessary right of way, or in settling damages or damage claims, or for any other reason, which, in the opinion of the State render it impracticable to utilize funds from the current appropriation for the construction of the project, then at any time before actual construction is started pursuant to proper approval or authority, the State may serve formal notice of cancellation upon the BNSF, and this contract shall thereupon become null and void. In the event of any such cancellation, the State shall reimburse the BNSF for all related preliminary engineering costs incurred by the BNSF prior to the effective cancellation date. SECTION F. FUTURE USE OF WARNING DEVICES If, hereafter, by agreement, negotiation, or order of competent public authority, the grade crossing warning devices are rendered unnecessary, undesirable or improper by closing of said crossing, by relocation, by separation of grades, or by developments or improvements in crossing protection or otherwise, such devices shall be removed, and if by mutual agreement the grade crossing warning devices are deemed suitable for reuse at another location, they shall be reinstalled at that location by the BNSF under a separate agreement for relocation between the State, Local Agency, and the BNSF, as approved by the PUC. If the Local Agency widens the highway, or makes any changes therein which require relocation of said devices, the Local Agency will bear the entire cost of making such changes. Whenever by reason of Railroad Company changes said devices are removed, relocated or replaced, the entire cost thereof shall be borne by the BNSF. 9 4668720 Pages: 10 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO lilt IMP LiOlT' IV,L1Ah1 III SECTION G. TERM The covenants of this contract, except for the provisions of Sections C and F of this Article, shall continue through completion and final acceptance of this project by the State and the FHWA. The covenants stated in Sections C and F of this Article, shall remain in effect in perpetuity or until such time as the Local Agency or the BNSF is, by law or otherwise, relieved of such responsibility. SECTION H. FEDERAL AID PROJECTS It is understood that the project herein contemplated shall be financed from funds made available by the federal government and expended under federal regulations; that all plans, estimates of cost, specification, authorizations, awards of contracts, acceptances of work and procedures in general are subject at all times to all federal laws, rules, regulations, orders and approvals applying to federal projects. SECTION I. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All of the covenants and provisions hereof shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto, their successors and assigns. SECTION J. SIGNATURE AUTHORITY 1. The BNSF represents and warrants that it has taken all actions that are necessary or that are required by its procedures, bylaws, or applicable law, to legally authorize the undersigned signatory to execute this contract on behalf of the BNSF and to bind the BNSF to its terms. 2. The Local Agency represents and warrants that it has taken all actions that are necessary or that are required by its procedures, bylaws, or applicable law, to legally authorize the undersigned signatory to execute this contract on behalf of the Local Agency and to bind the Local Agency to its terms. SECTION K. EXCEPTIONS TO SPECIAL PROVISIONS The State and the Railroad agree that Section L, Special Provisions, is hereby amended in the following particulars: 1. The parties hereto agree that the final sentence of paragraph 4, Independent Contractor. (4 CCR 801-2) of Section L., Special Provisions, is replaced with the following: Contractor shall provide and keep in force such types of Workers' Compensation Insurance, in the amounts required by law (and provide proof of such insurance, if such insurance is required by law, when requested by the State) and Unemployment 10 4668720 Pages: 11 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO VIII FJP3IVICII Ninliiii i' . 'AIMY: I. PM Yid "III Compensation Insurance, if required by law, in the amounts required by law, and shall be solely responsible for the acts of the Contractor, its employees, and agents. 2. The parties hereto agree that the first sentence of paragraph 6, Choice Of Law, of Section L., Special Provisions, is replaced with the following: The laws of the State of Colorado and rules and regulations issued pursuant thereto, to the extent not preempted by federal law, shall be applied in the interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this contract. 3. The parties hereto agree that paragraph 10, Vendor Offset. (CRS §§ 24-30-202 (1) & 24-30-202.4) shall apply to this contract, to the extent not preempted by federal law. SECTION L. SPECIAL PROVISIONS Revised 01/01/09 1. Controller's Approval. (CRS §24-30-202(1)). This contract shall not be valid until it has been approved by the Colorado State Controller or designee. 2. Fund Availability. (CRS §24-30-202(5.5)). Financial obligations of the State payable after the current fiscal year are contingent upon funds for that purpose being appropriated, budgeted, and otherwise made available. 3. Governmental Immunity. No term or condition of this contract shall be construed or interpreted as a waiver, express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits, protections, or other provisions, of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, CRS §24-10-101 et seq., or the Federal Tort Claims Act, 28 U.S.C. §§1346(b) and 2671 et seq., as applicable now or hereafter amended. 4. Independent Contractor. Contractor shall perform its duties hereunder as an independent contractor and not as an employee. Neither Contractor nor any agent or employee of Contractor shall be deemed to be an agent or employee of the State. Contractor and its employees and agents are not entitled to unemployment insurance or workers compensation benefits through the State and the State shall not pay for or otherwise provide such coverage for Contractor or any of its agents or employees. Unemployment insurance benefits will be available to Contractor and its employees and agents only if such coverage is made available by Contractor or a third party. Contractor shall pay when due all applicable employment taxes and income taxes and local head taxes incurred pursuant to this contract. Contractor shall not have authorization, express or implied, to bind the State to any agreement, liability or understanding, except as expressly set forth herein. Contractor shall (a) provide and keep in force workers' compensation and unemployment compensation insurance in 11 4668720 Pages: 12 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO Ill MINIM'dlig NI riCialVil tit I GNP Yoh BM the amounts required by law, (b) provide proof thereof when requested by the State, and (c) be solely responsible for its acts and those of its employees and agents. 5. Compliance with Law. Contractor shall strictly comply with all applicable federal and State laws, rules, and regulations in effect or hereafter established, including, without limitation, laws applicable to discrimination and unfair employment practices. 6. Choice of Law. Colorado law, and rules and regulations issued pursuant thereto, shall be applied in the interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this contract. Any provision included or incorporated herein by reference which conflicts with said laws, rules, and regulations shall be null and void. Any provision incorporated herein by reference which purports to negate this or any other Special Provision in whole or in part shall not be valid or enforceable or available in any action at law, whether by way of complaint, defense, or otherwise. Any provision rendered null and void by the operation of this provision shall not invalidate the remainder of this contract, to the extent capable of execution. 7. Binding Arbitration Prohibited. The State of Colorado does not agree to binding arbitration by any extra judicial body or person. Any provision to the contrary in this contact or incorporated herein by reference shall be null and void. 8. Software Piracy Prohibition. (Governor's Executive Order D 002 00). State or other public funds payable under this contract shall not be used for the acquisition, operation, or maintenance of computer software in violation of federal copyright laws or applicable licensing restrictions. Contractor hereby certifies and warrants that, during the term of this contract and any extensions, Contractor has and shall maintain in place appropriate systems and controls to prevent such improper use of public funds. If the State determines that Contractor is in violation of this provision, the State may exercise any remedy available at law or in equity or under this contract, including, without limitation, immediate termination of this contract and any remedy consistent with federal copyright laws or applicable licensing restrictions. 9. Employee Financial Interest/Conflict Of Interest. (CRS §§24-18-201 and 24-50-507). The signatories aver that to their knowledge, no employee of the State has any personal or beneficial interest whatsoever in the service or property described in this contract. Contractor has no interest and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, that would conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of Contractor's services and Contractor shall not employ any person having such known interests. 12 4668720 Pages: 13 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO 10. Vendor Offset. (CRS §§24-30-202 (l) and 24-30-202.4). Subject to CRS §24-30-202.4 (3.5), the State Controller may withhold payment under the State's vendor offset intercept system for debts owed to State agencies for: (a) unpaid child support debts or child support arrearages; (b) unpaid balances of tax, accrued interest, or other charges specified in CRS §39-21-101, et seq.; (c) unpaid loans due to the Student Loan Division of the Department of Higher Education; (d) amounts required to be paid to the Unemployment Compensation Fund; and (e) other unpaid debts owing to the State as a result of final agency determination or judicial action. 11. Public Contracts For Services. (CRS §8-17.5-101,102). Contractor certifies, warrants, and agrees that it does not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien who will perform work under this contract and will confirm the employment eligibility of all employees who are newly hired for employment in the United States to perform work under this contract, through participation in the E -Verify Program or the Department program established pursuant to CRS §8-17.5-102(5)(c), Contractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this contract or enter into a contract with a subcontractor that fails to certify to Contractor that the subcontractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this contract. Contractor (a) shall not use E -Verify Program or Department program procedures to undertake pre -employment screening of job applicants while this contract is being performed, (b) shall notify the subcontractor and the contracting State agency within three days if Contractor has actual knowledge that a subcontractor is employing or contracting with an illegal alien for work under this contract, (c) shall terminate the subcontract if a subcontractor does not stop employing or contracting with the illegal alien within three days of receiving the notice, and (d) shall comply with reasonable requests made in the course of an investigation, undertaken pursuant to CRS §8-17.5-102(5), by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. If Contractor participates in the Department program, Contractor shall deliver to the contracting State agency, Institution of Higher Education or political subdivision a written, notarized affirmation, affirming that Contractor has examined the legal work status of such employee, and shall comply with all of the other requirements of the Department program. If Contractor fails to comply with any requirement of this provision or CRS §8-17.5-101 et seq., the contracting State agency, institution of higher education or political subdivision may terminate this contract for breach and, if so terminated, Contractor shall be liable for damages. 12. Public Contracts With Natural Persons. (CRS §24-76.5-10I). Contractor, if a natural person eighteen (18) years of age or older, hereby swears and affirms under penalty of perjury that he or she (a) is a citizen or otherwise lawfully present in the United States pursuant to federal law, (b) shall comply with the provisions of CRS §24-76.5-I01 et seq., and (c) has produced one form of identification required by CRS §24-76.5-103 prior to the effective date of this contract. 13 4668720 Pages: 14 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO lIII rldrilIntlihiNIINVIIINIIIINdilli Ia�iiiii k 11111 THE PARTIES HERETO HAVE EXECUTED THIS CONTRACT BNSF RAILROAD COMPANY Print Name: Ajvthe.r St-RiIts Print Title: �r�1�}'1�tG�,1' R,Jo(C ?rDJCSS.*S Q LOCAL AGENCY By Print Name: Steve Moreno Chair, Board of Weld Print Title: County Commissioners STATCOLORADO J ICKENLOOPER, VERNOR • By Josh Laipply, P Chie Engineer APPROVED: CYNTHIA COFFMAN, Attorney General By Kathryn Young, First Asst. Attorney General OCT 2 2 2018 CRS 24-30-202 requires that the State Controller approve all state contracts. This Contract is not valid until the State Controller, or such assistant as he may delegate, has signed it. The Railroad is not authorized to begin performance until the Contract is signed and dated below. If performance begins prior to the date below, the State may not be obligated to pay for goods and/or services provided. By 4668720 Pages: 15 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO DOT Controller .61)414//e Date 14 o2f/e?- 3S1&) iii jr: hWV iiii Exhibit "A" Print Showing Crossing Location Project: SW01-654; SA: 21080 Location Map: Weld CR 75 BNSF S F Railway Brush Sub DOT Crossing #057-224H Railroad Milepost 494.45; Lat, Long: 40.168454, -103.34754 Weld County 4668720 Pages: 16 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO III RIFalk?1!)'11.Iliii,111111, ft filth '01ti4:141,h111,f'iilyi, 111111 EXHIBIT B ***** MAINTAIN PROPRIETARY CONFIDENTIALITY *""** BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY FHPM ESTIMATE FOR CDOT LOCATION EAST ROGGEN DETAILS OF ESTIMATE PLAN ITEM : 000299792 VERSION : 2 PURPOSE, JUSTIFICATION AND DESCRIPTION CR 75 - ROGGEN CO; INSTALL CONSTANT WARNING / FLASHERS / GATES; POWDER RIVER DIV; BRUSH SUBDIV; LS 0002; MP 494.45; DOT# 057224H; SEQ# 70369. MONTHLY POWER UTILITY COST CENTER : 61867. THE MATERIAL LIST BELOW REFLECTS TYPICAL REPRESENTATIVE PACKAGES USED FOR ESTIMATING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS ESTIMATE IS GOOD FOR 180 DAYS. THE ESTIMATE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE IN COST FOR LABOR, MATERIAL, AND OVERHEAD. CONTRACTS HAVE BEEN ESTABLISHED FOR PORTIONS OF SIGNAL WORK ON THE BNSF RAILROAD. ******************************* SIGNAL WORK ONLY ******************************* THE STATE OF COLORADO IS FUNDING 100% OF THIS PROJECT. MAINTAIN PROPRIETARY CONFIDENTIALITY. PRIMARY FUNDING SOURCE IS FHWA ** BUY AMERICA(N) APPLIES ** DESCRIPTION QUANTITY U/M COST TOTAL$ ********** LABOR ********** ELECTRICAL LABOR F/SIGNAL EQUIPMENT SIGNAL FIELD - INSTALL SIGNAL SHOP LABOR - CAP PAYROLL ASSOCIATED COSTS DA OVERHEADS EQUIPMENT EXPENSES INSURANCE EXPENSES TOTAL LABOR COST ************* MATERIAL ************* ARRESTOR, MDSA-2 XS BATTERY, 10 VGL-255, 9 VGL-350 BELLS BUNGALOW 8X8 W/ AC BUNGALOW MATERIAL CABLE, 2C/6 TW CABLE, 3C/2 CABLE, 5C/I0 CABLE, 5C/6 CABLE, 7C/14 CHARGERS, 12/80 (20/40/60) CONDUIT, PVC 4" CONSTANT WARNING, XP4, ITK COUPLER, TJC ELECTRICAL MATERIAL EVENT RECORDER FIELD MATERIAL FILL DIRT FOUNDATION, CONCRETE GATE KEEPER GATE MECHANISM, S-60 LED LIGHT LIGHT OUT DETECTOR SHUNT, NBS SURFACE ROCK TRACK FILTER USE TAX Page 4 of 5 54.0 MH 672.0 MH 0.01 MH 1.0 EA N 1.0 LS N 2.0 EA N 1.0 LS N 1.0 LS N 500.0 FT N 500.0 FT N 70.0 FT N 500.0 FT N 500.0 FT N 2.0 EA N 250.0 FT N 1.0 EA N 4.0 EA N 1.0 EA N 1.0 EA N 1.0 LS N 50.0 CY N 2.0 EA N 2.0 EA N 2.0 EA N 8.0 EA N 1.0 EA N 2.0 EA N 30.0 CY N 1.0 EA N 1,662 20,718 13,089 20,900 4,360 3,757 64,487 64,487 697 4,659 412 9,377 7,564 620 2,975 132 2,095 870 1,973 755 16,252 3,393 1,500 3,250 7,372 1,250 547 3,334 10,941 1,461 913 1,998 1,500 241 5,592 EXHIBIT B OFFLINE TRANSPORTATION 1,069 TOTAL MATERIAL COST OTHER }.R1iti»• AC POWER SERVICE BUNGALOW, WIRE AND TEST CONTRACT ENGINEERING CONTRACT FLAGGING/SIGNS/CONES DIRECTIONAL BORING TOTAL OTHER ITEMS COST PROJECT SUBTOTAL CONTINGENCIES BILL PREPARATION FEE GROSS PROJECT COST LESS COST PAID BY BNSF TOTAL BILLABLE COST 1.0 LS 1.0 LS N 1.0 LS N 1.0 LS N 150.0 FT N 4668720 Pages: 18 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO 1111 kownW141401,11MARAIVIKOlitkii 11111 92,742 92,742 10,000 4,418 9,000 10,000 7,500 40,918 40,918 198,147 19,814 2,180 220,141 0 220,141 Page 5 of 5 TO 20TH STREET The Burlington Northern & Santa Fe Railway Company EASTWARD APPR. 3940' C Ttl tR S T1lf, R T--JpCC ;♦ f IMF C9 4:i < v t -urn oNN �D oC r ■ ; �(0 ran° . . o l tD Mo N -m ofV lam Q r0 O 3 0 T1V1, R T1111, R GPS 79 MPH ARES I PTC n cPROPANQ A SW. ;R WW C 50' INSTALL: FLASHERS, GATES & BUNGALOW CONTROL DEVICES: CONSTANT WARNING SALVAGE: NONE RED = IN YELLOW = OUT 8X8 INSTRUMENT HOUSE Eti BELL O D r L METER CROSSING CONTROLL CONNECTIONS BIDIRECTIONAL CROSSING CONTROL UNIDIRECTIONAL CROSSING CONTROL COUPLER OR TERMINATION GUARD RAIL TJC Warning 120' MIN. EXHIBIT B TO STERLING WESTWARD APPR. 3940' O M.P. 494.45 CR 75 DOT 057 224 H PROJFC7 # 70369 50' MIN. -'- C BX8 device placement: Clearance to C.L. Track = Min. 12' Edge of Road to C.L. Foundation: Min. 4'3" with curb, Min. 8'3" without curb, Max. 12' House Clearance: 25' Min. to Near Roil 30' Min. to Edge of Road ALL LIGHTS TO BE LED 79 MPH NBS BNSF RAILWAY CO. LOCATION: ROGGEN, CO STREET: CR 75 LS: 0002 M.P. 494.45 DOT tt 057 224 H DIVISION: POWDER RIVER SUBDIVISION: BRUSH KANSAS CITY NO SCALE DATE: 08/22/2018 FILE: 70369 -STATE SKETCH-.dgn AMW EXHIBIT C In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and with Section 162(a) of the Federal Aid Highway Act of 1973, the ,Contractor, for itself, its assignees and successors m interest, agree as follows A. Compliance with Regulations. The Contractor will comply with the Regulations of the Department of Transportation relative Ito nondiscrimination in Federally -assisted programs of the Department of Transportation (Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 21, hereinafter referred to as the "Regulations"), which are herein incorporated by reference and made a part of this contract B. Nondiscrimination. The Contractor, with regard to the work performed by it after ward and prior to completion of the contract work, will not discriminate on the ground of race, color, sex, mental or physical handicap or national origin in the selection and retention of Subcontractors, including procurement of materials and leases of equipment The Contractor will not participate either directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by Section 21 5 of the Regulations, including employment practices when the contract covers a program set forth in Appendix C of the Regulations C. Solicitations for Subcontracts, Including Procurement of Materials and Equipment. In all solicitations either by competitive bidding or negotiation made by the Contractor for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurement of materials or equipment, each potential Subcontractor or supplier shall be notified by the Contractor of the Contractors' obligations under this contract and the Regulations relative to nondiscrimination of the ground of race, color, sex, mental or physical handicap or national origin D. Information and Reports. The Contractor will provide all information and reports required by the Regulations, or orders and instructions issued pursuant thereto, and will permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as may be determined by the State or the FHWA to be pertinent' to ascertain compliance with such Regulations, orders and instructions Where any information required of the Contractor is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish this information, the Contractor shall so certify to the State, or the FHWA as appropriate, and shall set forth what efforts have been made to obtain the information E. Sanctions for Noncompliance. In the event of the Contractor's noncompliance with the nondiscrimination provisions of this contract, the State shall impose such contract sanctions as it or the FHWA may determine to be appropriate, 'including, but not limited to (1) Withholding of payments to the Contractor under the contract until the Contractor complies, and/or, (2) Cancellation, termination or suspension of the contract, in whole or in part F. Incorporation of Provisions The Contractor will include the provisions of Paragraphs A through F in every subcontract, including procurement of materials and leases of equipment, unless exempt by the Regulations, orders or instructions issued pursuant thereto The Contractor will take such action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as the State or FHWA may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions including sanctions for noncompliance, provided, however, that, in the event the Contractor becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a Subcontactor of supplier as a result of such direction, the Contractor may request the State to enter such litigation to protect the interests of the State and, in addition, the Contractor may request FHWA to enter into such litigation to protect the interest of the United States 4668720 Pages: 20 of 22 01/07/2021 10 14 AM R Fee $0 00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO 1111 I rdtrl P&Mlid 101 EXHIBIT D To Contract Option Letter 4668720 Pages: 21 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO 11111 III II CDOT Project No. SRP SW01-654; 21080 OPTION LETTER Date: Original Contract CMS #: Option Letter # 1) OPTIONS: Choose all applicable options listed in §1 and in §2 and delete the rest. a. Option to renew only (for an additional term) b. Change in the amount of goods within current term c. Change in amount of goods in conjunction with renewal for additional term d. Level of service change within current term e. Level of service change in conjunction with renewal for additional term f. Option to initiate next phase of a contract CMS Routing # 2) REQUIRED PROVISIONS. All Option Letters shall contain the appropriate provisions set forth below: a. For use with Options 1(a -e): In accordance with Section(s) of the Original Contract between the State of Colorado, Insert Name of Department or Higher Ed Institution , and Contractor's Name, the State hereby exercises its option for an additional term beginning Insert start date and ending on Insert ending date at a cost/price specified in Section , AND/OR an increase/decrease in the amount of goods/services at the same rate(s) as specified in Identify the Section, Schedule, Attachment, Exhibit etc. b. For use with Option 1(f), please use the following: In accordance with Section(s) of the Original Contract between the State of Colorado, Insert Name of Department or Higher Ed Institution , and Contractor's Name, the State hereby exercises its option to initiate Phase indicate which Phase: 2, 3, 4, etc for the term beginning Insert start date and ending on Insert ending date at the cost/price specified in Section c. For use with all Options 1(a -f): The amount of the current Fiscal Year contract value is increased/decreased by $ amount of change to a new contract value of Insert New $ Amt to as consideration for services/goods ordered under the contract for the current fiscal year indicate Fiscal Year. The first sentence in Section is hereby modified accordingly. The total contract value including all previous amendments, option letters, etc. is Insert New $ Amt. 3) Effective Date. The effective date of this Option Letter is upon approval of the State Controller or , whichever is later. STATE OF COLORADO John W. Hickenlooper, Governor Name of Agency or IHE By: Insert Name & Title of Person Signing for Agency or IHE Date: ALL CONTRACTS REQUIRE APPROVAL BY THE STATE CONTROLLER CRS §24-30-202 requires the State Controller to approve all State contracts. This Option Letter is not valid until signed and dated below by the State Controller or delegate. Contractor is not authorized to begin performance until such time. If Contractor begins performing prior thereto, the State of Colorado is not obligated to pay Contractor for such performance or for any goods and/or services provided hereunder. STATE CONTROLLER Robert Jaros, CPA, MBA, JD By. Insert Name of Agency or IHE Delegate -Please delete if contract will be routed to OSC for approval Date: 4668720 Pages: 22 of 22 01/07/2021 10:14 AM R Fee:$0.00 Carly Koppes, Clerk and Recorder, Weld County, CO 1111 M AI!WIN II CDOT Project No. SRP SW01-654; 21080 Hello