TC 03-26-12 Meeting MinutesCOUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/665-5651
MEMORANDUM FAX: 540/665-6395
TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: John A. Bishop, AICP, Deputy Director - Transportation
RE: Transportation Committee Report for Meeting of March 26, 2012,
DATE: April 4, 2012
The Transportation Committee met on March 26, 2012 at 8:30 a.m.
Members Present
Chuck DeHaven (voting)
Gene Fisher (voting)
James Racey (voting)
Bryon Grigsby (voting)
Gary Oates (liaison PC)
Lewis Boyer (liaison Stephens City)
Members Absent
Mark Davis (liaison Middletown)
Chris Collins (voting)
***Items Requiring Action***
1. Speed Study for Refuge Church Road
Staff notified the Committee that Supervisor Ewing has requested a speed study to be
conducted on Refuge Church Road. Staff was unable to determine when the most recent
study was done.
MOTION: Motion by Mr. Racey and seconded by Mr. Grigsby to recommend that the
Board request that VDOT complete a speed study. Motion passed unanimously.
107 North Kent Street, Suite 202 • Winchester, Virginia 22601-5000
2. WinFred MPO Unified Planning Work Program
Staff presented the draft Unified Planning Work Program to the Committee which is now
out for public Comment. The MPO Policy Committee would like feedback if the Board has
any concerns or issues. Staff notified the Committee that we have been involved in the
formulation of the study and had no concerns at this time.
MOTION: Motion by Mr. Grigsby and seconded by Mr. Racey to recommend
endorsement of the WinFred MPO Unified Planning Work Program.
***Items Not Requiring Action***
3. WinFred MPO Long Range Plan
Staff updated the Committee on the progress of the 2035 Long Range Plan.
4. Project Updates
Staff updated the Committee on the status of the following projects:
1. Renaissance Drive
a. Phase I of this project will soon be going to bid for construction. Phase I is
funded through a combination of private funds and State revenue sharing funds
and goes from Route 11 to just east of the CSX railroad tracks. The construction
of this project is County managed.
b. Phase II of this project is currently being worked on by staff. Staff is working on
a public/private partnership agreement with the owners of the Artillery property.
Phase II would begin at the end of Phase I and terminate at Shady Elm Road.
The construction of this project will be County managed.
2. Snowden Bridge Boulevard
a. Staff is working with VDOT and owners on this roadway. The owners have filed
a minor proffer revision which is scheduled to go before the Planning
Commission on April 18. The purpose of the proffer revision is to allow some
more flexibility in design. The construction of this project will be County
managed.
3. Route I 1 North
a. This is a revenue sharing project that will be VDOT managed. Staff will be
going before the Finance Committee to request the matching funds, which will be
funded by a combination of proffers and County transportation reserve funds.
4. Route 277
a. This project was funded by the Governor last year and is currently still in the
study phase. Staff is expecting outputs for the Transportation Committee and
Board input fairly soon.
5. Exit 310
a. This project was funded by the Governor last year and there is currently a joint
Private/VDOT/County agreement being created to allow all the ancillary
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improvements that would need take place to in order to widen the interchange.
This agreement should soon be completed.
6. Other
Staff discussed two issues with the Committee.
A. Potential use of the enhancement fiends awarded to Senseny Road.
B. Safety concerns on Hayfield Road.
Staff is doing additional research and both of these items will be returning to the Committee.
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UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGIR AM (UPWP)
FOR THE
WINCHESTER — FREDERICK CpODUINTY ("WIN -FRED")
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (MPO")
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FY 2013
(July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013)
Adopted for Public Comment:
Final Adoption:
Winchester/Frederick County, Virginia
Metropolitan Planning Organization
C/o Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission
400 Kendrick Lane, Suite E
Front Royal, VA 22630
540-636-8800
www.winfredmpo.org
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—Martha Shickle, Executive Director NSVRC
Voting Members:
Richard Shickle, Frederick County
Charles DeHaven, Jr., Frederick County
John R. Riley, Jr., Frederick County
Michael Kehoe, Town of Stephens City
Craig Gerhart, 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
Terry Short, Virginia Department of Transportation
Non -Voting Members:
John Simkins, Federal Highway Administration
Tony Cho, Federal Transit Administration
Anthony Foster, Virginia Dept. of Rail & Public Transportation
Rusty Harrington, Dept. of Aviation
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
Vacant, Virginia Department of Transportation
Anthony Foster, 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, 111, Dr. John Crandell, City of Winchester
Administrative & Staff Support
Provided by Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Commission
Karen Taylor, Transportation Program Manager & John Thomas, Transportation Planner
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Resolution
By The
Win -Fred Metropolitan Planning Organization
Approving the FY 2013 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
WHEREAS, the FY 2013 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 2013 Unified Planning Work Program on
Signed: Signed:
Richard C. Shickle Martha F. Shickle
Chairman Secretary -Treasurer
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WORK TASKS AND BUDGET/FUNDING INFORMA'T'ION
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Officers..........................................................................................................................................
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Resolution......................................................................................................................................
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Tableof Contents
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Listof Figures.................................................................................................vi
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................
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WORK TASK 1:
Program Management & Administration.........................................................10
WORK TASK 2:
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)...................................................12
WORK TASK 3:
Federal or State Requested Planning Work Program Items ............................12
WORK TASK 4:
Public Mobility Programs & Planning.............................................................13
WORK TASK 5:
Local Technical Assistance..............................................................................15
WORK TASK 6:
Pedestrian and Bicycle Planning.....................................................................16
WORK TASK 7:
Access Management, Safety & Corridor Planning...........................................20
WORK TASK 8:
Long Range Planning, Modeling, GIS & Data...............................................22
Proposed Revenues
& Expenditures by Funding
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Figure 1: Map of Winchester -Frederick County Urbanized Area and MPO Study Area 8
Figure 2: Proposed Revenues and Expenditures by Funding
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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
2013 (July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013). 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 staffs 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 2013
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 2.
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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 2013 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
planninj4 programs.
This task provides for management of the FY 2013 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 2013, 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 2014. 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:
6) Meeting arrangements for Board/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
ON Attend training seminars and conferences
Of 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: $108,333
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WORD TASK 2: Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
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 the 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 the Win -Fred MPO Policy Board and Committees and coordination
with member agencies.
Products: Processing of requested amendments and administrative modifications to the adopted
TIP; mapping of TIP projects and Annual Listing of Projects for the next fiscal year.
Estimated Budget: $5,000
WORD 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: $5,000
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WORK TASK 4: Public Mobility Programs & Planning
Objective and Description: This work task includes required transportation planning assistance
for local (WinTran) and regional transit system operations and planning, Human Services system
providers, demand response transit (WinTran), commuter assistance, and travel demand
management.
Products:
Plan Development & Implementation
1.1. Coordination with the Policy Board, Technical and Citizens Advisory Committees to
further advance the action items in the WinFred MPO City and Countywide Transit
Study & MPO specific sections of NSVRC Public Mobility Plan; Regional Public
mobility workshop
1.2. Incorporate public mobility planning efforts into ongoing updates to Long Range
Transportation Plan
1.3. Tracking, review, and prioritization of Vision Plan/CLRP/TIP, 2009 City/County
Transit Plan, 2010 NSVRC Regional Mobility Coordination Plan & 2011 WinTran
TDP public mobility action items including but not limited to:
1.3.1.
Local Transit Extension Options
1.3.2.
Regional Transit Expansion
1.3.3.
Demand Response Transit
1.3.4.
Human Services -Public Transit
1.3.5.
Park and Ride Expansion Options
1.3.6.
Improve Commuter infrastructure and services
1.4. Quarterly Review and Presentation of Public Mobility Plan Items to MPO TAC and
Policy Board
1.5. Participate in DRPT SuperNova Regional Transit Study on behalf of MPO
1.6. Participate in Statewide Park & Ride Study on behalf of MPO
1.7. Participate in Strasburg Transit Feasibility Study on behalf of MPO
2. Public Involvement, Education, Encouragement & Outreach
2.1. Maintenance & updates of MPO public mobility web page including
education/safety, encouragement, route planning, and event information.
2.2. Participation in and development of materials for regional bicycle and pedestrian
safety, health, travel demand management & encouragement events including but not
limited to: Regional Commuter Outreach Events, Walk to School Day and Bike to
Work Day events.
2.3. Participate in Public Mobility Workshops as appropriate
3. Funding, Design & Policy
3.1. Assistance in preparation & submittal of public mobility transportation grant funding
opportunities
3.2. Development of MPO region transit friendly design guidelines (unfunded)
4. Mapping, Data & GIS
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4.1. Mapping, data collection, and GIS database management in support of Public
Mobility Work Program Tasks
5. Public Mobility Studies (unfunded)
5.1. Bicycle and Pedestrian Access to Transit Study
5.2. Study financing options for priority mobility projects
5.3. Transportation Provider Organization Structure (districts, authorities)
Estimated Budget: $10,000
Public Mobility Programs & Planning Work Task 6.0 — City of Winchester Transit System
(WinTran) Planning
Objective and Description: The Winchester Transit System (WinTran) conducts 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:
6.1 Development & maintenance of Updated Ride Guide & Mapping (FY2012
proj ect)
6.2 Development of ADA compliant Winchester Transit website (this would be a new
website that is not associated with the City of Winchester's website and would
include general transit route/time information, maps and plan your trip
information.)
6.3 Improved marketing of transit services such as route and schedule kiosks at bus
shelters or in public areas (i.e., Apple Blossom Mall, visitor's center,
hotels/motels, etc.)
6.4 Development of WinTran Safety/Security Plan
Estimated Budget: $10,000
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Work Task 5 - Local Technical Assistance — Estimated Budget $20,000 MPO Staff, Local Government, and/or Consultant)
Objective and Description: This is an annual UPWP task. 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 fbr
completion in
FY 2013. Projects not selected for completion for FY 2013 may be carried forward onto future UPWPs or may be removed from the list as detennined by Policy Board action.
Products: Technical reports and recommendations on selected pro'ects.
General Planning Comments/Description
Provides flexible technical support & services for the MPO
Technical Support
localities
Transportation Planning Grant Research, Preparation &
Submittal Submission of transportation planning grant applications
Program Support and Administration
Support & services for the MPO localities
Roundabout Training
Coordination of a workshop for local planners and
engineers on Roundabout trainin
Transportation Analysis and Modeling
Support & services for the MPO localities
Airport Planning Projects
This item allows the MPO to pursue various airport planning
projects
Freight and Rail Planning Projects
This item allows the MPO to pursue various freight and rail
projects
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Pedestrian and Bicycle Projects
Complete Streets Project
Alternative modes of Transportation
Underway
Support of the "complete streets" concept.
in FY12
Complete Streets are those designed to accommodate all users.
Project Specific
Name/Location
Type of Study
Status
Route 17/50 at I-81 to Clark County Line
Access Management/Intersection Plan
Not
Underwa
product: Access Management/Intersection Plan
Intersection of Route 522 and Papermill Road
Intersection Improvement Plan
Not
Underwa
Product: Intersection Improvement Plan
Route 7: further analysis of the alternative reverse
frontage roadway submitted by the City of Winchester in
February 2010
Further Analysis of project
Not
Underway
Addendum to the Route 7 Multimodal Corridor Study
Route 522 from Rivendell Court to Apple Pie Ridge Rd.
Signalization/Safety Improvements
Not
Top crash location from the 2030 MPO Long Range Transp.
Plan
Underway
Plan
Route 11 from Bellview Ave to Salem Church Road
Access Management/Intersection Plan
Complete
Project completed by VDOT Staff in Richmond (Central
Route 277 from MPO Boundaryto
VDOT
Office
Route 522
Access Management/Intersection Plan
Study
Awaiting VDOT SYIP Design /Construction Project Results
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WORD 'TASK 6: Pedestrian and Bicycle Planning
Objective and Description: The purpose of this task is to provide ongoing bicycle,
pedestrian, safe routes to school, complete streets, universal accessibility and other non -
motorized transportation safety and facility programming, planning, data monitoring, and
technical assistance to the MPO, agencies and member jurisdictions.
Products:
Specific tasks and deliverables associated with this work item may include:
1. Plan Development & Implementation
I.I. Tracking of LRTP priority and MPO Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan
Bicycle and Pedestrian project implementation
1.2. Participation in update to NSVRC update to Northern Shenandoah Valley
Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan on behalf of MPO
1.3. Incorporate bicycle and pedestrian planning efforts into ongoing updates to Long
Range Transportation Plan
1.4. Participation in update to Virginia Outdoors Plan Update on behalf of MPO
2. Education, Encouragement & Outreach
2.1. Maintenance & updates of MPO Bicycle & Pedestrian Information Web Page
including education/safety, encouragement, route planning, and event
information.
2.2. Participation in and development of materials for regional bicycle and pedestrian
safety, health, travel demand management & encouragement events including but
not limited to: Walk to School Day and Bike to Work Day events.
3. Safe Routes to School Planning
3.1. Assistance in preparation of School Travel Plans for MPO region Elementary &
Middle Schools
3.2. Assistance in preparation & submittal of Safe Routes to School Grant
Applications
3.3. Coordinate the development of regional bicycle and pedestrian safety outreach
materials including materials and/or programming for elementary and middle
school age programming
4. Funding, Design & Policy
4.1. Assistance in preparation & submittal of non -motorized transportation grant
funding opportunities
4.2. Preparation of Regional Complete Streets Design & Policy Guidance
5. Mapping, Data & GIS
5.1. Maintenance & updates to MPO Region Bicycle & Pedestrian Map
5.2. Develop Bicycle and Pedestrian counts program for MPO
5.3. Maintenance & updates to Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility GIS database
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6. Bicycle & Pedestrian Studies
6.1. Participate in development of Bicycle and Pedestrian Access to Transit Study
Analyze access to local transit stops in MPO region for recommended
improvements for safety, mobility and accessibility
6.2. Participate in planning and design for MPO LRTP priority project of upgrading
freight rail crossings in MPO region
6.3. Manage completion of FY2012 Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities Inventory and
Analysis Staff would anticipate use of a consultant in partnership with local staff,
VDOT, DRPT and FHWA officials.
1) Bicycle and Pedestrian Suitability / Level of Service Analyses for roadway
segments, intersections and roadway crossings along with neighborhood level
analysis of walkability and bikeability.
Task 1 Deliverable(s)
a. Maps & Tables — all at full MPO extent with City and Town inset maps.
Specific LOS assessment tools should follow the guidance of those
suggested in the 2010 Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) References on
Multi -modal Level of Service.
b. Bicycle Segment (On & off-street) LOS / Suitability + Mapped for Public
c. Bicycle Intersection (On & off-street) LOS / Suitability
d. Pedestrian Segment LOS / Suitability + Mapped for Public
e. Pedestrian Midblock Crossing LOS / Suitability
f. Pedestrian Intersection Crossing LOS / Suitability
g. Neighborhood scale Walkability Analysis including valuation for access to
transit, block lengths, interconnectivity, assessment of land use attractors
and generators, presence of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and
housing/employment density analysis
h. Neighborhood scale Bikeability Analysis including valuation for access to
transit, block lengths, interconnectivity, assessment of land use attractors
and generators, presence of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and
housing/employment density analysis
i. Technical Memo summarizing Task 2 analyses and summarizing results
and recommendations
2) Identification of appropriate routes for inclusion in the community bicycle /
pedestrian network
Task 2 Deliverable(s) (25% of project hours/costs)
a. Map & Table of Existing, programmed, planned and recommended (new)
links/projects (Use 2007 WinFred bike/ped mobility plan as baseline)
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b. Develop Prioritization Criteria for Network Links & Projects (Criteria,
Safety, schools, access to transit, multiple user types, cost ease of
implementation etc.)
c. Technical Memo documenting Task 3 process, products and
recommendations
3) Evaluation of alternate treatments for improving bicycle, pedestrian and access to
transit friendliness of a roadway
Task 3 Deliverable(s) (10% of project hours/costs)
a. Develop best management practices for implementation of complete
streets in region
b. Update roadway cross-sections referencing VDOT Roadway design
manual, AASHTO guidance, 2010 HCM & VDOT June 2010 release of
"Accommodations Defined"
c. Technical Memo documenting Task 4 products
4) Creation of a web oriented and printed bicycle and trails map and promotional
materials produced for the public to assist them in route selection and safety
education
Task 4 Deliverable(s) (30% of project hours/costs)
a. Web Version of Map (format tbd) & map data suitable for submittal to
google maps
b. Recommendations for expansion of MPO public mapping to include wider
array of surrounding NSVRC jurisdictions that may choose to participate
c. Map shall note available transit routes and include information on bicycles
on buses
d. Map shall include cyclist and pedestrian safety information and laws
e. Development of project web -site for use as project review destination and
ongoing public information sharing
f. Development of education and encouragement tool -kit
g. Develop regional bicycle and pedestrian safety campaign
recommendations including suggested media materials
h. Technical memo that includes mapping process, implementation
recommendations, web site products, education, safety and encouragement
products.
i. Existing and Programmed (funded) Facility User Map suitable for printing
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5) Public Involvement and Report Presentation
Task 5 Deliverable(s) (10% of project hours/costs)
a. Facilitate project kickoff/scoping conference call_ with member
jurisdictions, agency and MPO staff
b. Facilitate public stakeholder and MPO TAC meeting to review task 1 & 2
analysis results and kickoff mapping task
c. Monthly project update conference calls and memos
d. Preparation of a final report including all task deliverables and technical
memos
e. Presentation of final task products to MPO Policy Board
Estimated Budget: $80,000
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WORK 'TASK 7: Access Management, Safety & Corridor Planning
Objective & Description: Corridor and area studies provide more detailed study of
projects identified in the LRTP. Corridor studies can also provide assessment of potential
projects for inclusion in LRTP plan updates. The following corridors and areas have been
prioritized for further study in the FY2013 work program. Analysis of each corridor or
area may include but is not limited to: access management; corridor simulation
(software); intersection evaluation; operations evaluation; transit / bicycle / pedestrian
connections and parking availability/accessibility/issues. Estimated Budget of $182,500
to be distributed based on priority work products.
Products
1. Shady Elm Access Management Study Alternative Analysis
Objective and Description: This task is carried over from FYI 1. This study is intended
to build upon the results of previous Route 37 Access Management Studies. Using the
modeling and base scenarios created in earlier phases, 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
review existing study results, determine the need for additional scenarios, make phasing
recommendations, and identify implementation options for short-term improvements.
Staff would anticipate use of a consultant in partnership with local staff, VDOT, and
FHWA officials.
Products Access Management Study with short, mid and long-term phasing and
implementation recommendations
Estimated Budget: $82,500
2. US 11 from North Avenue (south of Wyck Street) to the `Nest
Virginia Line — Corridor Access & Safety Study
Objective and Description: This task will review short and long-term opportunities for
transportation safety, access and congestion improvements in the corridor. Specific
analysis will include short and long-term options for the Loudoun Street / North Cameron
Street intersections. Analysis will include assessment of existing and proposed land use,
access management, crash analyses and link volume analysis. Staff would anticipate use
of a consultant in partnership with local staff, VDOT, DRPT and FHWA officials.
Products: Corridor access study identifying opportunities and constraints for corridor,
crash analysis, access management recommendations and link volume analysis.
Budget: $75,000
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3. US 522 from Cameron Street to Burnt Church Road — Corridor
Land Use & Transportation Study
Obiective and Description: This study would focus on opportunities for short and long-
term coordination between existing and proposed land use with anticipated or
recommended transportation network improvements. Analysis will include assessment of
existing and proposed land use, access management, and crash analyses. Staff would
anticipate use of a consultant in partnership with local staff, VDOT, DRPT and FHWA
officials.
Products: Corridor access study identifying opportunities and constraints for corridor,
crash analysis, access management recommendation, and a listing of recommended short,
mid and long-term transportation and land use recommendations.
Budget: $25,000
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WORK TASK 8: Long Range Planning, Modeling, GIS & Data
Objective and Description:
Many of the federal required Long Range Transportation Activities have been identified
in the UPWP as stand alone tasks. Work Task 9 is meant to be the recurring umbrella
long range planning task to include updates to the. Long Range Plan, as well as support
for travel modeling, GIS and database management. It is anticipated that the transition of
Regional Travel Demand Model management from VDOT Central Office to MPO will be
completed in FY13. VDOT will continue to provide technical assistance for model
development, updates and statewide data collection activities, and fund software
maintenance, upgrades and training. PE / NEPA study modeling for SYIP projects will be
completed by VDOT not by MPO's. This task provide staff and/or consultant technical
assistance in modeling scenarios, model enhancements, network and land use updates and
completion of studies necessary for maintenance of the model. Model maintenance
provides support for required long range planning activities, funding applications and
support of any future air quality analysis in support of regional early action air quality
conformity compacts. GIS activities support the regional travel demand model
maintenance and all other UPWP work tasks.
Products
Ongoing Updates to Long Range Transportation Plan
1.1. CLRP Project Tracking
1.2. Ongoing Scenario Analysis
1.3. 2035 LRTP & CLRP Amendments as needed
1.4. Compliance with federal regulations for long range planning
2. Complete Transfer of Maintenance of Regional Travel Demand Model Maintenance
from VDOT to MPO
3. Ongoing Maintenance of Regional Travel Demand Model
3.1. Base and future year Network maintenance
3.2. Participation in training in support of Regional Travel Model maintenance and
development (includes travel)
3.3. Development and analysis of various scenarios including:
3.3.1. 2035 MPO LRTP Vision Plan or any subset thereof
3.3.2. 2035 MPO Proffered network
3.3.3. Modeling in support of MPO grant applications
4. Land Use Updates at TAZ Level for population, households, and employment for
Census / Base Year 2010 and future years 2035
4.1. Explore opportunities for the acquisition of updated employment data at the TAZ
level through partnerships with the Virginia Employment Commission or
commercial purchase
4.2. Incorporation of updated land use into base year and future year model scenarios
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5. Update of regional Origin & Destination Studies and incorporation into base and
future year model scenarios
6. GIS mapping, data collection, and database management in support of all MPO
UPWP work tasks (including GIS software maintenance for 2 users at 50% of total
cost)
Estimated Budget: $50,000
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Figure 2: Win -Fred MPO FY 2013 Proposea Revenues and Expenditures by Funding Source
Proposed Revenues
FY13
ESTIMATED FY 2013 New PL 112 Funds (1)
ESTIMATED FY 2011 Carryover PL112 Funds available in FY 2013 (2)
FY 2010 5303 Funds (3)
FY 2011 5303 Funds (4)
FY 2012 5303 Funds
Subtotal: FY13 Revenues$323,287
Total FY13 Proposed Revenues
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FHWA
Planning
80%
$94,199
$229,088
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State
Match
10%
$11,775
$28,636
$40,411
Local
Match
10%�
$11,775
$28,636
$40,411
Subtotal
Highway
$117,749
$286,360
$404,109
i ransit
FTA
5303
80%
$70,254
$70,275
$140,-92-6-'$17,566
Funding
State
Match
10%
$8,782
$8,784
Local
Match
10%
$8,782
$8784
$17,566
Subtotal
Transit
$87,818
$87,843
$87,843
$175,661
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MPO
FY13
Revenues
•$117,749
$286,360 ;
$87,818
$87,843
$579,770
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Task 1: Program Management and Administration 70/30
$108,333
Task 2: Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 70/30
$2,800
$350
$350
$3,500
$1,200
i
$150
$150
$1,500
$5,000
,Task 3: State/Federal Requested Work Tasks 5o/5o
$2,000
$250
$250$2,500
$2,000
$250
$250
I
$2,500
k_5,000
Task 4: Public Mobility Programs and Planning 0/100
$0
$0
$0
$0
$16,000
1$2,000
$2,000
$20,000
$20,000
Task 5: Local Technical Assistance 5o/5o
$8,000
$1,000
$1,000$10,000
$8,000
$1,000
$1,000
e$64,000
$10,000
$20,000
Task 6: Pedestrian & Bicycle Plannin 20/80
$12,800
$1,600
$1,600$16,000
6
$51,200
$6,400
$6,400
€$80,000
Task 7. Access Management, Safety & Corridor Planning 84/16
$122,000
$15,250
$15,250
$152,500
$23,600
$2,950
$2,950
$29,500 j$182,000
g
Task 8: Long Range Planning, Modelin , GIS and Data 70/30
$28,000
$3,500
$3,500$35,000
$12,000
$1,500
$1,500
$15,000
$50,000
i
Subtotal: FY13 Expenditures
$236,267
$29,533
$29,533
$295,333
$140,000
$17,500
$17,500
$175,000
$470,333
Estimated Contingency/Reserve Funds for Project Support
,Total FY13 Proposed Expenditures -
_
$108,776
_
$661
$470,333
(1) ESTIMATED FY13 PL Funding estimates from VDOT for Highway
(2) ESTIMATED: FY11 PL Carryover Funds: not Expended in FY11
(3) FY10 Carryover FTA 5303 Funds: not expended in FY10
(4) FY11 Carryover FTA 5303 Funds: not expended in FY11