ATTACHMENT_1_-_FDOT_GRANT_NO._ASZ54.pdf

The document is a Traffic Signal Maintenance and Compensation Agreement between the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and Walton County, Florida, approved on June 21, 2024. The agreement covers the maintenance and continuous operation of traffic signals and related devices located on the State Highway System, including traffic signals, pedestrian hybrid beacons, detection devices, warning devices, emergency signals, and interconnected telecommunications systems. The contract term is set for 20 years, with provisions for cancellation and a minimum two-year notice period. The Maintaining Agency (Walton County) is responsible for comprehensive maintenance, including preventive inspections, repairs, emergency maintenance, and documentation of all maintenance activities.

The compensation for this agreement is based on the Department's fiscal year, with annual payments calculated according to the maintenance requirements outlined in Exhibit B. The Department will reimburse the Maintaining Agency for maintenance costs, with specific provisions for repair and replacement of traffic signals and devices. The agreement includes detailed performance metrics, such as repair timelines for detection devices and traffic signal inspections, with potential compensation adjustments for non-compliance. Additional requirements include using the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system for employment eligibility verification and compliance with various state statutes and regulations. The agreement also allows for potential removal of critical corridors or intersections with at least one year's notice.