TRANSPORTATIONAPPROVED

City of Eagle Lake Regular City Commission Meeting Agenda Packet 2026-06-01

Railroad Crossing Upgrade Contract Approved for Lake Avenue

$246,842.00 (installation); $1,967.00 annually (50% of $3,934.00) ongoing maintenanceCity of Eagle LakeFLORIDA MIDLAND RAILROAD COMPANY LLCJune 1, 2026

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Description

The City of Eagle Lake approved an agreement with Florida Midland Railroad Company, LLC and the Florida Department of Transportation for installation of new active warning devices at the Lake Avenue railroad crossing. FDOT will fund the installation estimated at $246,842, while the City and Railroad will each pay 50% ($1,967 annually) of the ongoing maintenance cost. This will upgrade the crossing’s safety features with flashing lights, gates, and signal house.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$246,842.00 (installation); $1,967.00 annually (50% of $3,934.00) ongoing maintenance

Vendor

FLORIDA MIDLAND RAILROAD COMPANY LLC

Agency

City of Eagle Lake, FL

Contract Type

TRANSPORTATION

Document Date

June 1, 2026

Contract Term

Annual maintenance ongoing; installation per project schedule

Renewal Info

Maintenance cost is ongoing and shared equally. Future equipment replacements or relocations are covered under the agreement. Renewed annually as long as the crossing is in service.

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