TC 06-13-11 Meeting MinutesCOUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/665-5651
MEMO RAN D U M FAX: 540/665-6395
TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: John A. Bishop, AICP, Deputy Director - Transportation
RE: Transportation Committee Report for Meeting of June 13, 2011
DATE: June 15, 2011
The Transportation Committee met on June 13, 2011 at 8:30 a.m.
Members Present Members Absent
Chuck DeHaven (voting) Mark Davis (liaison Middletown)
James Racey (voting) George Kriz (liaison PC)
Chris Collins (voting)
Bryon Grigsby (voting)
Gary Oates (liaison PC)
Lewis Boyer (liaison Stephens City)
***Items Requiring Action***
4. MPO Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
Staff presented the draft MPO UPWP (attached as pages 4 through 23) to the Committee and
particularly focused on concerns that had been raised over item 6 (page 19 of this report) which
relates to bicycle and pedestrian planning in the region. Staff clarified that these are federal transit
funds that are allowed to be used for various programs to promote bicycle and pedestrian traffic.
Staff also noted that these particular funds are in jeopardy of being reallocated to another region if
they are not used.
Staff noted that programs such as partnering with local tourism to create maps, partnering with local
schools for bicycle safety training for youth through the training of local teachers and purchase of
needed equipment for that program, internet promotion, and various other activities, would be
allowable uses of these funds. Staff also noted that some on the MPO were proposing the funds be
used to purchase items such as bicycle helmets for distribution. Staff also sought clarification for
what uses the Committee would be comfortable with.
107 North Kent Street, Suite 202 * Winchester, Virginia 22601-5000
The Committee was supportive of all the initiatives that are noted above with the exception of the
giveaways of bicycle helmets and other items.
Note: On page 3 of the UPWP (page 12 of this report), there is a reference to a figure 3. This is a
typo and should be a reference to figure 2. There is no figure 3.
The Committee did not have further questions and recommended endorsement of the plan.
***Items Not Requiring Action***
1. Refuge Church Road Speed Concerns
Staff advised the committee that Supervisor Ewing has been fielding complaints regarding
unsafe driving and high speeds on Refuge Church Road.
The committee has authorized staff to coordinate with VDOT on the issue and potentially
return in July to request a speed study that could result in a speed limit reduction on that
roadway.
2. Interstate and Primary Road Improvement Plans
Attached please find the draft Interstate and Primary Road Improvement Plans (Pages 24
through 29 of this report). Priorities have not been changed from last year and the only
adjustment being recommended by the Transportation Committee is the removal of bullet B
of Item 1 of the Primary Plan in order to reflect the current state funding situation.
This item will now go to the Planning Commission for a recommendation to the Board.
The Committee has unanimously recommended approval as modified.
3. Traffic Calming In Canter Estates
Staff advised the Committee that, with the opening of the connection between Wakeland
Manor and Canter Estates, there has been an increase in traffic volume and speeding along
Corrall Drive and Clydesdale Drive. The community is requesting that stop signs be
considered at a number of intersections.
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Staff has consulted with Supervisor Fisher, who is supportive, and the Committee has
authorized staff to work with VDOT to review the intersections in question and make
improvements as needed.
5. MPO Long Range Plan
Staff updated the Committee on the status and timeline of the MPO Long Range
Transportation Plan. The currently proposed timeline is attached (pages 30 through 31), and
is expected to be modified to allow more time for localities to cooperate and include their
decision-making bodies properly. The MPO has until July of 2012 to adopt the new plan.
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UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM (UPWP)
FOR THE
WINCHESTER — FREDERICK COUNTY ("WIN -FRED")
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (MPO)
WIN FRED
ETFIOPOL ITA PL.f-N8K%'1 G ORGANIVNTION
FY 2012
(July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012)
Adopted for Public Comment: April 27, 2011
Final Adoption:
Winchester/Frederick County, Virginia
Metropolitan Planning Organization
C/o Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission
103 East Sixth Street
Front Royal, VA 22630
540-636-8800
www.winfredmno.org
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Preparation Statement
Prepared on behalf of the Win -Fred Metropolitan Planning Organization by the Northern
Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission staff through a cooperative process involving the City
of Winchester, County of Frederick, Town of Stephens City, Virginia Department of
Transportation, Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, Federal Highway
Administration, and the Federal Transit Administration.
The preparation of this program was financially aided through grants from the Federal Highway
Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Virginia Department of Transportation and the
Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation.
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MPO Policy Board
Officers:
Chair—Richard Shickle, Frederick County
Vice Chair—John Willingham, City of Winchester
Secretary/Treasurer—Executive Director of the NSVRC
Voting Members:
Richard Shickle, Frederick County
Charles DeHaven, Jr., Frederick County
John R. Riley, Jr., Frederick County
Michael Kehoe, Town of Stephens City
James O'Connor, City of Winchester
John Hill, City of Winchester
John Willingham, City of Winchester
Randy Kiser, Virginia Department of Transportation
Alternate Voting Members:
Tim Youmans, Perry Eisenach and Les Veach, City of Winchester
Brian Henshaw, Town of Stephens City
Jerry Copp and Terry Short, Virgina Department of 'Transportation
Non -Voting Members:
John Simkins, Federal Highway Administration
Tony Cho, Federal Transit Administration
Kenneth Pollock, Virginia Dept. of Rail & Public Transportation
MPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)
Chair—Tim Youmans, City of Winchester
Vice Chair—Eric Lawrence, Frederick County
Members:
Patrick Barker, Frederick County
John Bishop, Frederick County
Eric Lawrence, Frederick County
Kris Tierney, Frederick County
Brian Henshaw, Town of Stephens City
Jim Deskins, City of Winchester
Tom Hoy, City of Winchester
Tim Youmans, City of Winchester
Perry Eisenach, City of Winchester
Terry Short, Virginia Department of Transportation
Jerry Copp, Virginia Department of Transportation
Kenneth Pollock, Virginia Dept. of Rail & Public Transportation
Serena `Renny' Manuel, Winchester Airport
Renee Wells, Winchester Transit
MPO Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)
Chair—R. William Bayliss, III
Vice Chair—Walt Cunningham
Members:
Tim Stowe, Alan Toxopeus, Walt Cunningham, Frederick County
Kelly Henshaw, Town of Stephens City
Harry Smith, R. William Bayliss, III, Dr. John Crandell, City of Winchester
Administrative & Staff Support
Provided by Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission
Karen Taylor, Transportation Program Manager
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Resolution
By The
Win -Fred Metropolitan Planning Organization
Approving the FY 2012 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
WHEREAS, the FY 2012 Unified Planning Work Program will serve as the basis for all U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) funding participation and will be included in all requests
for DOT planning funds, and
WHEREAS, this UPWP details all transportation and transportation -related planning activities
anticipated within the area during the coming fiscal year, and
WHEREAS, this UPWP has been reviewed and recommended for approval by the Technical
Advisory Committee and the Citizens Advisory Committee;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Win -Fred Metropolitan Planning
Organization does hereby approve and adopt the FY 2012 Unified Planning Work Program on
Signed:
Secretary -Treasurer
Win -Fred MPO
FY 2012 UPWP
Signed:
Richard C. Shickle
Chairman
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FY 2012 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM
WORK TASKS AND BUDGET/FUNDING INFORMATION
Page No.
Preparation Statement..................................................................................................................... ii
Officers
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Resolution...................................................................................................................................... iv
Tableof Contents.............................................................................................................................v
Listof Figures.................................................................................................vi
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................1
WORK TASK 1: Program Management & Administration...........................................................4
WORK TASK 2: Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).....................................................6
WORK TASK 3: Federal or State Requested Planning Work Program Items ..............................7
WORK TASK 4: Public Mobility Program....................................................................................8
WORK TASK 5: Local Technical Assistance................................................................................9
WORK TASK 6: Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities Inventory and Analysis...............................10
WORK TASK 7: Shady Elm Access Management Study Alternative Analysis ..........................11
WORK TASK 8: City of Winchester Transit System (WinTran) Planning.................................12
WORK TASK 9: Constrained Long Range Transportation Plan Update ...........................13
Proposed Revenues and Expenditures by Funding
Source...........................................................................................................14
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LIST OF FIGURES
Page No.
Figure 1: Map of Winchester -Frederick County Urbanized Area and MPO Study Area 2
Figure 2: Proposed Revenues and Expenditures by Funding
Source............................................................................................... 14
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INTRODUCTION
The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for transportation planning identifies all activities
to be undertaken in the Win -Fred Metropolitan Planning Organization study area for Fiscal Year
2012 (July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012). The UPWP provides a mechanism for the coordination of
transportation planning activities in the region, and is required as a basis and condition for all
federal funding assistance for transportation planning by the joint metropolitan planning
regulations of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit
Administration (FTA).
The work tasks within this UPWP are reflective of issues and concerns originating from
transportation agencies at the federal, state and local levels. The descriptions of the tasks to be
accomplished and the budgets for these tasks are based on a best estimate of what can be
accomplished within the confines of available federal, state and local resources.
The Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) created a number of
planning requirements. In October 1993, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) issued final regulations regarding metropolitan planning.
The Transportation Equity Act of the 21st Century (TEA -21), which became law in June 1998,
reaffirmed the structure of the metropolitan planning process. Most of the modifications to the
process were aimed at streamlining and strengthening the provisions included in ISTEA. On
August 10, 2005, the latest federal legislation known as the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient
Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) was signed into law. The Win -
Fred Metropolitan Planning Organization has developed this work program to address the final
metropolitan planning regulations and the new requirements in SAFETEA-LU.
Metropolitan Planning Area
The Win -Fred MPO study area consists of the City of Winchester, the Town of Stephens City,
the Urbanized Area of Frederick County, and the area of Frederick County projected to be
urbanized by the year 2020. See Figure 1 for an illustration of the region.
Based on the 2000 Census, the Win -Fred MPO Urbanized Area population was 53,559 and it
encompasses a land area of approximately 103 sq. miles.
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Responsibilities for Transportation Planning
The Win -Fred Metropolitan Planning Organization is the organization responsible for conducting
the continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated (3-C) planning process for the Winchester -
Frederick County Urbanized Area in accordance with requirements of Section 134 (Title 23
U.S.C.) of the Federal Highway Act of 1962, and Section 5303 of the Federal Transit Act. The
Win -Fred MPO is the official Metropolitan Planning Organization for the urbanized area,
designated by the Governor of Virginia, under Section 134 of the Federal Aid Highway Act, and
the joint metropolitan planning regulations of FHWA and FTA.
The policy making body of the Win -Fred MPO is the Policy Board that consists of 8 voting
members. These include 3 representatives from the City of Winchester, 3 representatives from
Frederick County, 1 representative from the Town of Stephens City, and 1 representative from
VDOT. Other agencies with non-voting membership on the Win -Fred MPO Policy Board
include the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, Virginia Department of
Aviation, Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration.
The Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission (NSVRC) staffs the Win -Fred MPO.
The staff, in conjunction with the MPO's member agencies, collect, analyze and evaluate
demographic, land use, and transportation data to gain a better understanding of the
transportation system requirements of the area. Special studies, research, and other work tasks
requested by the MPO are the staff s responsibility as well. Consultant assistance will be sought
when required by the staff to complete work tasks. Staff also prepares materials for use at the
Policy Board, Technical Advisory and Citizens Advisory Committee meetings as well as any
existing sub -committee meetings.
NSVRC staff will participate in all Win -Fred MPO meetings and provide required staff support
and administration of the transportation planning program. In addition, staff members will
represent the MPO at other meetings with federal, state, and local organizations.
Total Proposed Funding by Federal Source for FY 2012
The primary funding source for transportation planning activities included in this work program
are the FHWA Section 112 (PL), FTA Section 5303, and FHWA State Planning and Research
(SPR). The proposed funding amounts (including state and local matching funds) for the Win -
Fred MPO work program to be utilized by the NSVRC staff are shown in Figure 3.
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WORK TASK 1: Program Management & Administration
Objective and Description: This task includes ongoing activities that ensure proper management
and operation of a continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated (3-C) planning process as
described in the Memorandum of Understanding. The primary objectives of this task are as
follows:
Public Participation Plan (PPP): The encouragement of meaningful participation of local
citizens in metropolitan transportation planning is one of the most important goals of the "3C"
process and the Public Involvement Process. The Final Rule on Metropolitan Planning issued by
U.S. DOT in October 1993 reemphasizes this goal by requiring that each MPO maintain:
"...a proactive public involvement process that provides complete information, timely public
notice, full public access to key decisions, and supports early and continuing involvement of the
public in developing plans, TIPS..."
Under this task, the Win -Fred MPO will continue to maintain a Public Participation Process and
monitor its effectiveness. The Public Participation Plan outlines the public outreach procedures
to be followed by the MPO in developing and amending the Region's UPWP, Long-range
Transportation Plan, Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and other major studies. The
PPP will also address Title VI and ADA issues as well.
The Citizens Advisory Committee meets on a periodic basis to review and provide feedback to
the Win -Fred MPO Technical Advisory Committee and Policy Board. The Citizens Advisory
Committee will also conduct outreach activities such as public meetings and forums,
neighborhood and association meetings, and other means to seek input from other agencies,
organizations, and individuals interested in the transportation planning process, plans being
prepared, or other transportation concerns. The MPO staff supports the work of the Citizens
Advisory Committee.
The concept of Environmental Justice has raised questions regarding equity and the inclusion of
all individuals in the decision making process. The PPP will include procedures developed by the
Win -Fred MPO to address environmental justice. Efforts will be made to better identify
organizations and individuals not normally included in the transportation planning process on a
continuing basis.
This task will provide a continuing public involvement process that increases participation by
community members in transportation plans, with a particular focus on improving participation
by groups not previously involved in the transportation planning process.
UPWP Preparation and Management: Implement the FY 2012 UPWP throughout the fiscal
year and provide all required administrative functions including all accounting functions,
personnel administration, office management, financial reporting, and contract administration.
To meet the requirements of 23 CFR Part 420 and 23 CFR Part 450, the Win -Fred MPO, in
cooperation with the Virginia Department of Transportation and the Virginia Department of Rail
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and Public Transportation, is responsible for the development of a Unified Planning Work
Program (UPWP). The UPWP describes all regional transportation planning activities anticipated
in the Win -Fred MPO study area for the following fiscal year that will utilize federal funding,
including Title I Section 134 metropolitan planning funds, and Title III Section 8 metropolitan
planning funds. The UPWP also identifies state and local matching dollars for these federal
planning programs.
This task provides for management of the FY 2012 UPWP including the following activities:
• Maintain all required financial records and conduct annual independent audit
• Hire and train staff
• Maintain required files and records of MPO activities (i.e. minutes, meeting notices, etc.)
• Preparation of quarterly progress reports and invoices
• Preparation of required legal notices and advertisements
• Preparation of resolutions adopted by MPO
• Preparation of required grant applications and execution of contracts
If during FY 2012, an amendment to the UPWP is deemed necessary, due to changes in planning
priorities and/or the inclusion of new planning projects, staff will identify and detail such
amendments for consideration by the MPO.
This task also provides for the development of the upcoming UPWP for FY 2013. The document
will incorporate suggestions from federal funding agencies, state transportation agencies, transit
operating agencies, local governments participating in Win -Fred MPO, and the public through
the MPO's public involvement process.
General Administration: Support the activities of the Win -Fred MPO through the preparation of
reports, presentations, agendas, minutes and mailings for all Policy Board, Technical and
Citizens Advisory Committee meetings, as well as attendance at those meetings
• Meeting arrangements for committees: Policy Board — 3rd Wednesday of Month,
Technical Advisory Committee — 1 st Tuesday of Month, Citizens Advisory Committee —
2nd Tuesday of Month
• Preparation and transmittal of meeting agenda packages
• Transcribe and publish minutes
• Staff attendance at MPO committee meetings and regional meetings as directed
• Provide on-going training and development of staff and Board/Committee members
• Attend training seminars and conferences
• Coordination meetings with state and federal agencies
• Circulate training opportunities to committee members
• Prepare grant applications and administer grant funds
• Prepare consultant requests for proposals and manage consultant activities
Products: MPO staff support, detailed records documenting activities of the MPO including
minutes for all committee meetings, preparation and submission of required progress reports and
invoices to all federal and state agencies, detailed financial records, and a well-trained and
informed MPO staff, Policy Board and Technical and Citizens Advisory Committee members.
Estimated Budget: $125,000
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WORK TASK 2: Transportation Improvement Program
Objective and Description: As required by federal planning regulations, the Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) for the Win -Fred MPO is a four-year program of highway, transit,
bicycle, pedestrian, safety, and transportation enhancement projects receiving federal funds. State
and locally funded projects are also included in the TIP for coordination purposes.
The TIP is updated each year and must be approved by the MPO Policy Board and the Governor
of Virginia. The TIP is required as a condition for all federal funding assistance for transportation
improvements within the Win -Fred MPO study area.
The general public and all other interested parties will be given an opportunity to review and
comment on the proposed TIP as described under the Win -Fred MPO's adopted Public
Participation Plan. To facilitate public review, MPO staff will provide visualization of TIP
projects, post the TIP on our MPO website, and make the TIP accessible at public libraries,
government offices, and upon request.
This task provides for the maintenance of a regional Transportation Improvement Program and
will require active support of all Win -Fred MPO committees and coordination with member
agencies.
Products: Processing of requested amendments and administrative modifications to the adopted
TIP; visualization of TIP projects, Annual Listing of Projects for the next fiscal year,
development and adoption of the next TIP.
Estimated Budget: $5,000
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WORK TASK 3: Federal or State Requested Planning Work Program Items
Objective and Description: The MPO staff will work with federal and state agencies in support
of projects and programs designed to coordinate transportation planning activities within the
region.
Products: Staff will prepare studies and reports as necessary for the completion of this work
program item and as directed by the appropriate federal and/or state agencies.
Estimated Budget: $10,000
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WORK TASK 4: Public Mobility Program
Objective and Description: As a result of the adoption and continued development of the City
and Countywide Transit Study, MPO staff will continue to coordinate with the Policy Board,
Technical and Citizens Advisory Committees to further advance the study.
Products: Creation of a Public Mobility Steering Committee to coordinate with the Policy Board,
Technical and Citizens Advisory Committees to further advance the WinFred MPO City and
Countywide Transit Study.
Estimated Budget: $45,000
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Objective and Description: This task is carried over from FYI 1. Technical staff from each locality and VDOT has compiled a list of potential projects that need attention throughout
the region. This list is shown below. This task will cover staff or consultant completion of whichever of these projects the TAC and Policy Board determine to fund for completion in
FY 2012. Projects not selected for completion for FY 2012 may be carried forward onto future UPWP's or may be removed from the list as determined by Policy Board action.
Products: Technical reports and recommendations on selected projects.
Project Specific
Name/Location
Highway Projects
Route 11 from Bellview Ave to Salem Church Road
Route 522 from Rivendell Ct to Apple Pie Ridge Rd
Route 11 from North Avenue to the West Virginia
line
Route 277 from MPO boundary to Route 522
Route 522 from Cameron St. to Burnt Church Road
Route 17/50 at I-81 to Clarke Co. Line
Intersection of Route 522 and Papermill Rd
Route 7 Multimodal Corridor Study
Pedestrian and Bicycle Projects
Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities Inventory & Analysis
Complete Streets Project
General Plann
Technical Support
r ransportatron Planning Grant
Program Support and Administration
Roundabout Training
Transportation Analysis and Modeling
Airport Plannine Projects
W
of Study I Status
Access Management/Corridor Plan
Currently underway
Signalization/Safety Improvements
Plan
not underway
Access Management/Corridor Plan
not underway
Access Management/Corridor Plan
not underway
Access Management/Corridor Plan
not underway
Access Management/Corridor Plan
not underway
Intersection improvements plan
not underway
Further analysis of Alternative
Submitted by the City of Winchester
(Feb 2010)
not underway
Alternative modes of Transportation I not underway
Alternative modes of 'Transportation I not underway
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Comments/Descrintion
Project being completed by VDOT staff in Richmond.
Expected Completion 06/2011
Top crash location from 2030 Long Range Plan
Product: Access Management/Corridor Plan
Product: Access Management/Corridor Plan
Product: Access Management/Corridor Plan
Product: Access Management/Corridor Plan
Product: Intersection improvements Plan
Further analysis of the alternative reverse frontage roadway
submitted by the City
Development of an MPO Pedestrian and BLOS Inventory & Map
Support of the "complete streets" concept.
Complete Streets are those designed to accommodate all users.
Provides flexible technical support & services for the
MPO localities
Submission of transportation planning grant opportunities
Support & services for the MPO localities
Coordination of a workshop for local planners and
engineers on Roundabout training
Support & services for the MPO localities
This item allows the MPO to pursue various airport planning project
WORK TASK 6: Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities Inventory and
Analysis
Objective and Description: The purpose of this task is to evaluate the
condition of existing pedestrian and bicycle facilities in the Winchester -
Frederick County MPO area, to determine how walkable and bikeable the
area is, and to assist the MPO jurisdictions in developing an improvement
plan.
A Bicycle Level of Service (BLOS) inventory study will be conducted evaluating the
current bicycling conditions and creating a BLOS for the roadways included in the MPO
area. The goal of the inventory and analysis will be to:
➢ Creation of a web oriented and printed bicycle map produced for the public to
assist them in route selection
➢ Identification of appropriate route for inclusion in the community bicycle network
➢ Determination of "Weak links" in the network and site prioritization
➢ Evaluation of alternate treatments for improving bike -friendliness of a roadway
➢ Road project selection formulas can include a BLOS term to encourage
implementation of bike planning goals
Products: Development of an MPO Pedestrian and BLOS Inventory and
Map
Estimated Budget: $110,000
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WORK TASK 7: Shady Elm Access Management Study Alternative Analysis
Objective and Description: This task is carried over from FYI 1. This
Phase III study is intended to build upon the results of the Route 37 Access
Management Study. Using the modeling and base scenarios created in
Phase 11, additional analysis, scenario modification will be done, and public
input will be solicited to create a conceptual design that is federally
approvable and reasonably implemented. This effort is also looking to
create a Plan B scenario that suggests alternative courses of action should an
ideal solution not present itself. Staff would anticipate use of a consultant
in partnership with local staff, VDOT, and FHWA officials.
Products: Access Management Study with implementation
recommendations
Estimated Budget: $100,000
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WORK TASK S: City of Winchester Transit System (WinTran) Planning
Objective and Description: The Winchester Transit System (WinTran) will conduct
transit planning and administration efforts necessary to comply with FTA requirements in
order to receive Section 5307 capital and operating_ grants. WinTran will coordinate with
the MPO on transit planning activities. Funds will be used to deliver specific, tangible
transit planning products.
Products: Specific, tangible transit planning products as determined by WinTran and the
WinFred MPO.
Bud eg_t: $20,000
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WORK TASK 9: Long Range Transportation Plan Update
Objective and Description: This task is carried over from FYI 1. The Long
Range Transportation Plan is a long-term capital improvement strategy used
to guide the effective investment of public funds in multi -modal
transportation facilities. Federal transportation legislation requires that all
Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO) develop and maintain a Long
Range Transportation Plan in order to guide policy makers in the
expenditure of transportation funds. This Plan, which identifies and
prioritizes transportation projects and programs over a given planning time
horizon, must be fiscally constrained (i.e. the Plan can only contain those
projects which can reasonably be planned, designed, and constructed within
the projected limits of fiscal constraint). Projects must be identified within
the Long Range Transportation Plan in order to be advanced onto the
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), the MPO's short-range capital
improvement program. Long Range Transportation Plan projects typically
include the construction and/or improvement of highway, transit, and
bicycle/pedestrian facilities.
The Long Range Transportation Plan should be developed consistent with
regional land use planning policies in order to integrate land use and
transportation planning initiatives to the greatest practical extent. As such,
the Plan should include an evaluation of existing and proposed development
trends, the preparation and analysis of population and employment
forecasts, and the identification of alternative development scenarios. The
project development process will include traffic analyses, an evaluation of
existing and projected levels of service, and analysis of existing and
proposed transportation infrastructure, and an evaluation recommended
alternatives. Consistent with federal transportation planning legislation, the
Long Range Transportation Plan development process will include a
comprehensive public input and review process.
Work Program items in the coming fiscal year will include:
➢ Modeling of the Constrained Long Range Plan
➢ Additional Plan Rewrites
➢ Draft Plan October 2011
➢ Public Comment Initiative
Revisions Based on Public Comments
➢ Final Plan December 2011
Products:
• Draft and Final Report for the Plan
Estimated Budget: $20,000
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Figure 2: Win -Fred MPO FY 2012 Proposed Revenues and Expenditures by Funding Source
Proposed Revenues
Highway Funding
State
Match
10%
Transit Funding
FTA
5303
80%
State
Match
10%
Local
Match
10%
$666,551
Total
MPO
Expendit
FHWA
State
Local
$8,750
FTA
State
$3,750
Local
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"x125,000
Total
Trans ortation Improvement Program TIP
p p 9 (TIP)
Planning
Match
Match
Subtotal
5303
Match
$5,000
Match
Subtotal
MPO
$500
80%
10%
10%
Highway
80%
10%
Public Mobility Program
Local Technical Assistance
10%
Transit
Revenues
$36,000
$4,500
$4,500
$45,000
Task 6:
Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities Invento Anal sis
-$1-7,6-00-T$2,200
$2,200
FY 2012 New PL & Transit 5303 Revenues (1)
FY 2010 Carryover PL 112 Funds available in FY 2012
$124,179
$15,523
1$15,522
$155,224..$70,275
Shady Elm Access Management Studv
$8,784
$8,000
$8,000
$16,000
$2,000
$2,000
$8,784
$87,843
$243,067
(2)
FY 2009 5303 Funds (3)
$152,073
$19,009
1$19,009
$190,091
$2,000
$20,000
'
Constrained Long Range Transportation Plan Update
$11,200
$190,091
FY 2010 5303 Funds (4)
$4,800
$600
$600
$20,000
$46,186
$5,773
i $5,773
$57,732
$57,732
FY 2011 5303 Funds (5)
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$70,254
$8,782
$8,782
$87,818
$87,818
Estimated FYI Carryover Funds to FYI (6)
$70;275
$8,784
''1$8,784
$87,843
$87,843
Subtotal: FY12 Revenues
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Total FY12 Proposed Revenues
Proposed Expenditures
FH A
Planning
80%
State
Match
10%
Local
Match
10%
FTA
5303
80%
State
Match
10%
Local
Match
10%
$666,551
Total
MPO
Expendit
Task 1:
Program Management and Administration
$70,000
$8,750
'$8,750
$30,000
$3,750
$3,750
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"x125,000
Task 2:
Trans ortation Improvement Program TIP
p p 9 (TIP)
$2,800
$350
,$350
,$1,200
$150
$150
$5,000
Task 3:
State/Federal Requested Work Tasks
$4,000
$500
$500
$4,000
$500
$500
$10,000
Task 4:
Task 5:
Public Mobility Program
Local Technical Assistance
$0
$72,000
$0
1$9,000
$0
$9,000
$36,000
$4,500
$4,500
$45,000
Task 6:
Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities Invento Anal sis
-$1-7,6-00-T$2,200
$2,200
$72,000
$70,400
1$9,000
$8,800
$9,000
1$8,800
$180,000
Task 7:
Shady Elm Access Management Studv
,$64,000
$8,000
$8,000
$16,000
$2,000
$2,000
$110,000
$100,000
Task 8:
Winchester Transit S stem WinTran) Plannin
$0
$0
$0
$16,000
'$2,000
$2,000
$20,000
Task 9:
Constrained Long Range Transportation Plan Update
$11,200
$1,400
$1,400
$4,800
$600
$600
$20,000
Subtotal: FY12 Expenditures 1241 600 j$30,200 1$30,200 j$250.400 $31 300$31,300 -'$615,000
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Estimated Contingency/Reserve Funds for Project Support $34,652 $4,332 $4,331 1 $6,590 $823 $823 :651,551
Total FY12 Proposed Expenditures1=--Tl66®
(1) FY12 funding estimates from VDOT for Highway and VDRPT for 5303 Funds (4) FY10 Carryover FTA 5303 Funds: not expended in FY10
(2) FY10 PL Carryover Funds Not Expended (5) FYI Carryover FTA 5303 Funds: not expended in FYI
(3) FY09 Carryover FTA 5303 Funds: not expended in FY09 (6) Estimated Figure: For Information Purposes Only
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2011-2012
INTERSTATE ROAD IMPROVEMENT PIAN
for
FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA
DRAFT
Frederick County Transportation Committee: 06/13/2011
Frederick County Planning Commission:
Frederick County Board of Supervisors:
I-81 Improvements:
Provide additional travel lanes on the main line, collector -distributor lanes adjacent to the
main line, modifications to existing interchange areas, and develop new interchange areas
and bridge crossings of the main line as recommended by the WinFred MPO Long Range
Plan.
In addition, as the State continues to work toward an ultimate plan for the I-81 widening,
the County of Frederick continues to support the study of Eastern Route 37 as a potential
corridor on new location as an alternative for that effort.
Moreover, the County of Frederick supports exploration of the potential for rail
transportation as a component of the Interstate 81 Corridor improvements.
A) Progress to Phase 1 of the FHWA approved interchange modification to Exit
310
(as illustrated on map as priority A)
B) Relocate Exit 307 further south to alleviate existing and future congestion on
Route 277. There is an urgent need to begin increased study of this project.
(as illustrated on map as priority B)
C) Widen I-81 from Fairfax Pike to Route 37 North. This should include the
relocation of the 277 Interchange.
From: Route 277, Exit 307
To: Route 37 North, Exit 310
(as illustrated on map as priority C)
D) Widen Remainder of 1-81 in Frederick County
From: West Virginia line
To: Warren County line
(as illustrated on map as priority D)
E) Spot Improvements on I-81 in Frederick County. Provide spot
improvements at various interchanges to increase capacity and/or enhance
safety for the motoring public.
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2011-2012
PRIMARY ROAD IMPROVEMENT PLAN
for
FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA
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Frederick County Transportation Committee: 06/13/2011
Frederick County Planning Commission:
Frederick County Board of Supervisors:
1) Route 37 Bypass
A. Route 37 - Phase I
Initiate final engineering and design, acquire right-of-way, and establish a construction
phase schedule for the southern segment of the Route 37 Eastern Bypass from Interstate
1-81 to Front Royal Pike (Route 522 South).
(As illustrated on map as priority ]A)
B. Note: It is intended that the first phase of Fairfax Pike (Route 277), as
identified under item #2, shown below, he programmed for construction following the
completion of Phase I of the Route 37 Eastern Bypass.
(As illustrated on map as priority IB)
C. Route 37 - Phase 2
Initiate final engineering and design, acquire right-of-way, and establish a construction
phase schedule for the preferred alternative between existing Route 37 around Stonewall
Industrial Park and Route 7.
(As illustrated on map as priority I C)
D. Route 37 - Phase 3
Initiate final engineering and design, acquire right-of-way, and establish a construction
phase schedule for the preferred alternative between Route 7 and Route 522.
(As illustrated on map as priority ID)
2) Route 277 (East of Stephens City)
From: I-81/Route 277/Route 647 Intersection (East of Stephens City)
To: Route 340/Route 522 South Intersection (East of Double Toll Gate)
Phase 1: From the 1-81/277 Interchange to Route 636
(As indicated under note for priority 1B)
Phase 2: From Route 636 to Route 340/Route 522
(As indicated on map as priority 2)
Improve to a four lane divided roadway with County staff to work with site developers to
acquire dedicated right-of-way and achieve grading, drainage, and construction
improvements in conjunction with development projects which occur along the corridor
until such time that funding is available for construction.
Establish a construction schedule for the phased improvement of Fairfax Pike (Route
277).
Program funding for the completion of right-of-way acquisition and construction of each
phase as described above.
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3) Route 11 (North and South of Winchester)
A) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System
From: Southern limits of the City of Winchester
To: 0.4 miles south of intersection of Route 37 South, Exit 310
(As illustrated on map as priority 3A)
B) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System
From: Northern limits of the City of Winchester
To: Intersection of Merchant Street
(As illustrated on map as priority 3B)
C) Establish an Urban Divided Four Lane System
From: Intersection of Merchant Street
To: West Virginia line
(As illustrated on map as priority 3C)
4) South Frederick County Parkway
From: Relocated Exit 307
To: Intersection with Route 277 approximately 1 Mile west of the intersection of
Route 277 and Route 522
This is a planned new roadway with limited access points serving a mixture of
predominantly commercial and industrial development.
There is need to study this project in conjunction with the Exit 307 relocation and
planning for Route 277 improvements noted in item 3.
Phasing of this project is not yet clearly defined, however general phasing would be from
West to East with the clear first phase being from relocated Exit 307 to Warrior Dr.
(As illustrated on map as priority 4)
5) Commuter Park and Ride Lots
Establish a new park and ride facility along the Berryville Pike (Route 7) corridor.
Work with the Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission to determine
appropriate locations for park and ride facilities at other strategic locations within
the County's Urban Development Area. For Park and Ride locations in Frederick
County the primary goal should be that they are situated in such a manner that
they reduce traffic in Frederick County in addition to adjacent localities.
(As illustrated on map as priority 5)
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WinFred MPO Constrained Long Range Transportation Plan 2035 Update
Project Schedule
Fiscal Year 2011 - Fourth Quarter Tasks (April —.dune 30, 2011)
Completion Date Staff Responsibility
Draft Vision List/Cur, crit CLAP .rune 2011 City/County/Town Staff
presentations cc) 0.V/C=ounty/1"own
Data and Map Updates June 30, 2011 Tyler Klein/Wendi Stine
Review all tables and figures presented in the 2030 Plan and update with new data as
available for 2035 Plan. To be inserted into the document for narrative sections to
describe.
➢ Finalize population forecasts and TAZ allocations; coordinate with local jurisdictions to
assure projections meet local expectations.
Preliminary Revisions
June 30, 2011
Karen Taylor/Tyler Klein
➢ Begin review of the 2030 document to identify sections to be deleted or edited and any
new information that should be included for all sections for 2035 Plan.
Initiate Plan Review/ Rewrites if necessary to 2035 Plan Karen Taylor/Tyler Klein
➢ Introduction June 30, 2011
➢ Plan and Goals June 30, 2011
➢ Plan Process & Public June 30, 2011
Involvement (Shell)
Fiscal Year 2012 — First Quarter Tasks (July — September 30, 2011)
DRAFT CLRP Approval - Policy Board July 20 or 27, 2011 Karen Taylor
- Update CLRP and present a list of draft candidate projects to the TAC, CAC and Policy
Board in July for approval:
➢ Technical Advisory Committee July 12, 2011
➢ Citizens Advisory Committee July 12, 2011
➢ Policy Board July 20 or July 27, 2011 (TBA by the Policy
Board)
- s",Vsl�-10 staff will deliver all materials for modeling to VDOT by July 29, 2[ 1.1
MPO Staff will present monthly progress reports to the Technical Advisory Committee
0
WinFred MPO Constrained Long Range Transportation Plan 2035 Update
Project Schedule
Completion Date Staff Responsibility
Modeling August 2011
➢ Provide necessary information for Modeling to occur VDOT
Review of Modeling results by TAC/CAC/Policy
➢ Technical Advisory Committee August 9, 2011
➢ Citizens Advisory Committee August 9, 2011
➢ Policy Board August 17, 2011
Additional Plan Rewrites/Modeling August 31, 2011 Tyler Klein/Karen Taylor
➢ Incorporate MPO Vision Plan; MPO Constrained Long -Range Plan into 2035 Plan
➢ Incorporate Existing Transportation Conditions; Future 2035 No -Build Transportation
Conditions into 2035 Plan
➢ Additional modeling of the CLRP projects if request by the Technical Advisory
Committee (Must be approved by the MPO Policy Board)
Final Edits for Draft Release September 15, 2011 Martha Shickle/ Karen Taylor
i=iscai Year 2012 -.Second Quarter Tasirs (October - December .31, 2011)
Draft Plan Presented October 2011: Martha Shickle/Karen Taylor
➢ Technical Advisory Committee October 4, 2011
➢ Citizens Advisory Committee October 11, 2011
➢ Policy Board October 19, 2011
Public Comment Initiative October 20, 2011 Karen Taylor
➢ 20 day public comment period October 20, 2011- November 8, 2011
Public Comment Revisions November 18, 2011 Karen Taylor/Tyler Klein
Draft Plan presented to City/County/Town
foilowing public comment- revisions
Final Plan Presented December 2011
➢ Technical Advisory Committee
➢ Citizens Advisory Committee
Policy Board
City/County/Town Staff
Martha Shickle/Karen Taylor
December 6, 2011
December 13, 2011
December 21, 2011 or January 18, 2012
(Meeting date to be determined by Policy Board)
MPO Staff will present monthly progress reports to the Technical Advisory Committee 31