WA9801-CS 990826 (2)SHIMEK, JACOBS & FINKI,EA, L.L.P.
CONSULTING ENGINEERS
8333 DouglasAvenue,#820
ROSS L. JACOBS, P.E.
RONALD V. CONWAY, P.E.
JOHN W. BIRKHOFF, P.E.
JOE R. CARTER, P.E.
GARY C. HENDRICKS, P.E.
PAUL A. CARLINE, P.E.
MATT HICKEY, P.E.
Dallas, Texas 75225-5816
Fax (214) 361-0204 Phone (214) 361-7900
August 26, 1999
Transmitted Via Facsimile
Mr. Jesse Vickers
GTE Network Services
540 . Elm Street
Lewisville, Tx 75067
Re: City of Coppell
State Highway 121 Water Line
Dear Mr. Vickers:
In our meeting with you, Mr. Gary Casteel of GTE, and Mr. Larry Davis of the City of Coppell on July 21,
1999, we understood GTE was to proceed with the relocation of the underground communication cable in the
areas in conflict with the proposed City of Coppell water line along State Highway 121 (See the attached
memorandum dated July 30, 1999).
As outlined in the July 30th memorandum, the City of Coppell has a permit fi'om the Texas Department of
Transportation for the construction of this water line within the State's right-of-way. The City's water line
was permitted for a distance of 10-feet off the right-of-way line and the project alignment was set using the
state's right-of-way markers and right-of-way strip map (not the fence lines or tree line). It is very likely that
the permit issued to GTE by Texas Department of Transportation provides for a specific location of your
facility also. We suggest you review the permit and determine if your communication line was constructed in
accordance with the permit issued by TxDOT.
As of the date of this letter, Mr. Larry Davis with the City of Coppell reports no relocation efforts have been
completed by GTE. Mr. Davis has explained that apparently you are experiencing some difficulties with the
Texas Department of Transportation relative to your relocation; however, we have received no written
explanation, schedule or request for assistance GTE.
The construction of this 12-inch water transmission main is critical to the proper operation of the City's water
system and the health, safety and welfare of the public. It is vitally important that this water line be completed
immediately so that the City can provide adequate service and fire protection to developments in this area of
the City. On behalf of the City of Coppell, we request that GTE proceed with all forces, manpower and
Mr. Jesse Vickers
GTE Network Services
August 26, 1999
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equipment necessary to complete the relocation of the communication line so that the construction of the water
line can be completed. Please provide the City of Coppell a written response to this request within 5 business
days outlining your plan and schedule for a timely relocation of your facility and direct your communication in
this matter to Mr. Kenneth M. Griffin, P.E., Director of Engineering and Public Works, City of Coppell, (972)
304-3679.
Gary C.
cEcn.'clZenneth M. Griffin, P.E., City of Coppell Mr. Larry L. Davis, City of Coppell
Mr. Gary Casteel, GTE