State approves AKRF to design Danbury mid-block crosswalk safety improvements ($713,200 design)

Purchasing Agent Charles J. Volpe told the Board that three firms responded to the RFQ for citywide mid-block crosswalk safety improvements and a review committee scored the submittals with AKRF earning the highest score. The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation reviewed the scoring and approved AKRF on Aug. 12, 2025, and the State approved a total design cost of $713,200.00. A federal grant will fund 80% of the approved design cost, with the City of Danbury responsible for 20%.

Traffic Engineer V. Karukonda moved to award the contract to AKRF, contingent upon execution of an acceptable professional services contract; J. Sterk seconded and the motion carried unanimously. The motion is contingent on contract execution and the board record does not list the City's dollar commitment beyond the 20% match percentage or timeline for design work.