TRANSPORTATION POLICY BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2019 AT 1:30 - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
ABILENE MPO TRANSPORTATION POLICY BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2019 AT 1:30 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS ABILENE CITY HALL 555 WALNUT STREET, ABILENE, TEXAS 1. Call to Order. Public comment may be taken on any agenda item during the
TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2019 AT 1:30 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS ABILENE CITY HALL 555 WALNUT STREET, ABILENE, TEXAS
Public comment may be taken on any agenda item during the discussion of that item.
BACKGROUND The National Highway System (NHS) is a designated network of both rural and urban roadways deemed to be of strategic importance for the nation’s economy, defense and mobility. The NHS is focused on highways and arterial thoroughfares which serve major populations centers, national defense facilities, significant intermodal and transportation facilities, international border crossings and interstate and interregional travel. The NHS is composed of: 1) the Interstate Highway System 2) all non-Interstate thoroughfares designated by the Department of Defense as being a part of the Strategic Highway Network (STRAHNET) 3) Congressionally designated High Priority Corridors 4) Other Principal Arterials (Federal Functional Classification FUNCL) and 5) Intermodal Connectors linking major facilities such as ports, airports, railyards truck terminals, pipeline facilities and rail stations to the other four subsystems. Originally the NHS consisted of approximately 160,000 centerline miles of road In 2012, as part of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21) legislation, the NHS was expanded to automatically include all Urban and Rural Principal Arterials not currently on the system. This expanded the system adding about another 60,000 miles. Approximately 18,206 miles of this is within Texas with 103 miles in the Abilene MPO Planning Area. The NHS constitutes only about 6% of the road mileage in Texas but carries approximately 60% of all vehicle miles traveled and upwards of 75% of all truck travel.
Current Situation TxDOT has engaged in its first attempt since the NHS was originally created to review these roadways throughout the State and evaluate what (if any), adjustments may be appropriate. Adding or removing sections of road from the NHS requires approval from the US Secretary of
adjacent states and MPOs is necessary for any such changes. TXDOT has provided a copy of their preliminary analysis with findings on roadways within the Abilene MPO Planning Area which they believe appear to potentially merit additional consideration for possible NHS adjustments based on FHWA guidelines. Representatives of the Abilene MPO, City of Abilene and TxDOT Abilene District met with the consultants and TxDOT State officials to learn more about the State’s project and provide them with some observations and insights. Further discussion was held on 05/21/19 to discuss a local
classification of roadways or portions of roadways which could either be added to the NHS or removed from the NHS.
National Highway System (NHS) (continued)
Considerations – (Pros and Cons of the NHS)
Roads on the NHS are potentially eligible for federal funding under the National Highway Performance Program (NHPP) NHPP funding however is apportioned to the State of Texas (CAT 4). Projects using these funds “compete” against all
funding is typically required.
Except for certain minor activities (such as preventative maintenance) NHS facilities are required to meet federally- approved design standards whenever significant construction activity is proposed. If a roadway does not meet the criteria, it must be brought up to Federal standards regardless of the funding source.
Roadways on the NHS are subject to the Highway Beautification Act of 1965. This affects Billboard and Junkyards.
FAST Act requires data collection of performance measures for NHS roads. Pavement – Bridges – Travel Time Reliability TTR) – Truck Travel Time Reliability (TTTR)
National Highway System (NHS) (continued)
NHS Roads TxDOT Report
National Highway System (NHS) (continued)
Recommendation from the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) At their May 28, 2019 meeting the TAC recommended approval of the recommended changes contingent upon no objection from the City of Tye on the suggested deletion of Air Base Road. Recommendation from the City
This information pertaining specifically to Air Base Road will be presented at the June 17, 2019 Tye City Council meeting. More information will be provided at the PB meeting. Update – At the June 17, 2019 Tye City Council meeting – they voted for the removal of Air Base Road from the NHS.
National Highway System (NHS) (continued)
Action Requested
appropriate.
National Highway System (NHS) (continued)
Background Transit asset management (TAM) is a business model that prioritizes funding based on the condition of transit assets, in order to achieve
document—minimum TAM standards. The new standards will help transit agencies keep their systems operating smoothly and
State DOT or provider of public transportation establishes targets. Performance targets and similar matters are one aspect of the coordinated and cooperative planning processes established in relevant inter-agency agreements, MOU’s and/or related processes. Current Situation On June 20, 2017 the Policy Board adopted transit targets that were believed to match those established by CityLink. The MPO document was based on the first iteration of an Excel Spreadsheet created by the Federal Transit Authority (FTA). This spreadsheet was intended to allow transit providers to collect and report FAST Act required information in a standardized fashion. Some deficiencies however were later found with this spreadsheet. It was also discovered that some misunderstandings existed regarding reporting and reading the data. A more detailed review started by MPO Staff at the end of 2018 revealed that a number of inconsistencies exist between the FTA spreadsheet and the adopted MPO TAM Plan. On 05/20/19 MPO Staff met with CityLink Staff to discuss the TAM and any changes which may be needed. An update to the MPO TAM Plan has been created as a result of these actions. The updated document will ensure targets established by the MPO match CityLink reporting. Although MPO’s are not required to update TAM Plans annually, in consultation with State DOTs and transit providers we may revise them incorporating them into TIP and MTP updates as needed.
Transit Asset Management (TAM) Plan (continued)
Transit Asset Management (TAM) Plan (continued)
Recommendation from the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) At their May 28, 2019 meeting the TAC recommended approval of the proposed amendment to the MPO TAM Plan as presented. Action Requested
Transit Asset Management (TAM) Plan (continued)
Background The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) means a statement of work identifying the planning priorities and activities to be carried out within a metropolitan planning area. At a minimum, a UPWP includes a description of the planning work and resulting products, who will perform the work, time frames for completing the work, the cost of the work, and the source(s) of funds. The FYs 2020-2021 Unified Planning Work Program is basically the MPO’s budget. All the work task of the MPO are included within the document. In addition, transit planning conducted by CityLink and any outside consultant work is also included as part of the UPWP. Current Situation The UPWP is typically developed early in the year. This is sometimes before all funding amounts are actually known. Since funding for 2020 is still unknown, the dollar amounts listed at this time are projections based on what we received this year. As the year progresses and more information emerges adjustments may be needed. On March 8, 2019 TxDOT established the following submittal timelines:
The Draft UPWP was presented to the TAC at the April 5, 2109 meeting. It was approved by the PB as presented at their April 16, 2019
On the final document the only changes from the draft approved at the PB April 16th meeting are the following: removed draft from the document, added the final date pending PB approval, updated the TAC membership page, added the titles to the signatory pages, changed committee to board on those same pages, and added the date to the history of amendments/revisions page.
FYS 2020-2021 UPWP(continued)
FYS 2020-2021 UPWP(continued)
5.1 Comprehensive Transportation Planning Studies: This task will use a consultant to complete. Evaluate transportation needs along a corridor or geographic area or along an arterial or transit corridor. Subarea studies are used to evaluate a specific issue and provide a comprehensive assessment of transportation needs within the area.
FYS 2020-2021 UPWP(continued)
FYS 2020-2021 UPWP(continued)
FYS 2020-2021 UPWP(continued)
Recommendation from the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) At their May 28, 2019 meeting the TAC recommended approval of the proposed Final FYs 2020-2011 UPWP as presented. Action Requested 1. Approval of the FINAL FYs 2020-2021 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).
FYS 2020-2021 UPWP(continued)
Background On January 11, 2018 the Abilene MPO Policy Board held a joint Workshop with members of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) in the 3rd floor conference room of the Prosperity Bank Building. A number of presentations were made by TxDOT regarding the development process they use for completing projects. Following this training portion of the workshop Ms. Smetana lead a visioning session in which she asked members to discuss or identify topics of possible concern, interest or desire that they would like to see addressed or that they believe may be important for the MPO to address in some way during future planning efforts. One of the bullet points identified from this discussion was a desire to hold annual joint meetings of the Policy Board and the Technical Advisory Committee. Current Situation At the Policy Board meeting on February 19, 2019 the Board reaffirmed its desire to hold another joint workshop. Staff has been working toward identifying an appropriate date and to determine an agenda for this event. Recommendation from the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) During their meeting on May 28, 2019 the TAC identified August 5, 2019 as the best potential date for their participation in this event. Action Requested 1. Provide staff with agenda topics you would like at the workshop. 2. Any other action deemed prudent.
Background The Annual Performance & Expenditure Report (APER) and Annual Listing of Obligated Projects Report (ALOP) are typically due by December 31st to FHWA and FTA to ensure compliance. TxDOT request that the reports be given to them in early December to allow time for their review. The Annual Project Listing of Obligated Projects Report ensures that the State, public transportation operator(s), and the MPO shall cooperatively develop a listing of projects (including investments in pedestrian walkways and bicycle transportation facilities) for which funds under 23 U.S.C. or 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53 were obligated in the preceding program year. The listing shall be prepared in accordance with § 450.314(a) and shall include all federally funded projects authorized or revised to increase obligations in the preceding program year, and shall at a minimum include the TIP information under § 450.324(e)(1) and (4) and identify, for each project, the amount of Federal funds requested in the TIP, the Federal funding that was
made available in accordance with the MPO's public participation criteria for the TIP. The Performance & Expenditure Report contains at a minimum: (i) Comparison of actual performance with established goals; (ii) Progress in meeting schedules; (iii) Status of expenditures in a format, compatible with the work program, including a comparison of budgeted (approved) amounts and actual costs incurred; (iv) Cost overruns or underruns; (v) Approved work program revisions; and (vi) Other pertinent supporting data. These documents (based on 23 CFR 420.117) require Federal approval prior to publication. The APER was submitted to TxDOT on December 14,
in some unexpected delays Statewide on the ALOP). Current Situation We received approval back from Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) on the APER on January 23, 2019 and from Federal Transit Administration (FTA) on May 22, 2019. We received confirmation on our ALOP from FWHA on April 11, 2019 and from the FTA on May 29, 2019.
Recommendation from the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) This was presented to the TAC at their May 28, 2019 meeting. No action was required. Action Requested 1. No action required.
(By TxDOT Staff, City Staff, CityLink Staff)
TxDOT Projects in MPO Area
June 2019 J.H. Strain & Sons - US 83 (Winters Freeway) - Bridge Rail Upgrade, Mill and Overlay from near
when the contractor remobilizes. Project completion is expected Summer 2019. Contract Paving - BI 20-R (South First/ East Highway 80) - Guardrail, Signal upgrade, Mill and Overlay US83/84 to near Newman Rd. BI 20-R paving is being completed from Loop 322 to Treadaway Boulevard. Milling and undersealing is being constructed from Treadway to US 83/84 (Winters Freeway). Project completion is expected Fall 2019. Butler Construction - US 83/84 from FM 707 to the US 83/84 Split - Grade separation at FM 204. Mill and Overlay. Subgrade widening is under construction. Intersections are being
City of Abilene
PROJECT DATE BID PERCENTAGE COMPLETE CONTRACTOR FUNDING SOURCE CONTRACT AMOUNT Water Department Street & Misc. Repair Work 2018-2019 07/17/2018 50% Contract Paving Co. Water Department Funds $971,130.50 2015 Bond Traffic Signal Project (Multi Year Project) 08/24/2017 100% Siemens 2015 Bond Funds $1,892,747.60 Hartford St. from Veterans Blvd. to Clack St. 01/15/2019 0% J.H. Strain & Sons 2015 Bond Funds $556,210.74 Corsicana from Benbrook to Texas 01/22/2019 0% Nobles Road Construction Inc. 2015 Bond Funds $451,761.29 Leggett Dr. from S. 7th St. to S. 1st St. 02/05/2019 95% Bontke Brothers Construction Co., Inc. 2015 Bond Funds $324,349.70 Vogel St. from Danville Dr. to Grape St. 01/26/2019 0% J.H. Strain & Sons 2015 Bond Funds $657,860.25
02/12/2019 0% J.H. Strain & Sons 2015 Bond Funds $794,025.22 SODA HMAC Phase III 02/28/2018 5% Bontke Brothers Construction Co., Inc. SODA HMAC Phase III $657,860.25 Catclaw & Rebecca Intersection Improvement 03/26/2019 10% Bontke Brothers Construction Co., Inc. 2015 Bond Funds $399,050.00 Safety City Parking Improvements 04/23/2019 5% Bontke Brothers Construction Co., Inc. Friends of SS and CIP $138,000.00 GRAND TOTAL $6,842,995.55 PROJECT DATE BID PERCENTAGE COMPLETE CONTRACTOR FUNDING SOURCE CONTRACT AMOUNT GRAND TOTAL #REF! PROJECT DATE BID PERCENTAGE COMPLETE BID YEAR FUNDING SOURCE ESTIMATED AMOUNT Honey Bee Re-alignment TBD 80% Designed TBD Fort Phantom Lot Sales Funding $1,600,000.00
TBD 80% Designed 2020 2015 Bond Funds $1,370,000.00
TBD 80% Designed 2020 2015 Bond Funds $1,700,000.00 Butternutt St./S 1st St. to Treadway TBD 80% Designed 2020 2015 Bond Funds $2,900,000.00 T&P Lane from ES 11th to Sandy St. TBD 90% Designed 2020 2015 Bond Funds $680,000.00 CBD Concrete TBD 90% Designed (Consultant) TBD 2015 Bond Funds $6,640,000.00 Ridgemont Drive from Danville Dr. to Rebecca Blvd. TBD 80% Designed 2019 Street Maint Fee Funds $1,600,000.00 Transportation Alternatives Set Aside Program (TASA) Sidewalk Project TBD 15% Designed TBD TASA Grant $1,100,000.00 APD Training Field Driveway & Parking Lot TBD 100% Designed 2019 CIP $130,000.00 2015 Bond Sidewalk (Multi Year Project) TBD 0% TBD 2015 Bond Funds $3,000,000.00 Traffic Calming School Zone Flashers (SRTS) TBD 20% TBD SRTS Grant $538,200.00 Transportation Alternatives (TA) Sidewalk Project TBD 0% TBD TA Grant $325,000.00 Pioneer Dr. Repairs TBD 50% TBD TBD $650,000.00 GRAND TOTAL PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS IN DESIGN PHASE
City of Abilene June 2019
PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS FINALIZED SINCE LAST MPO POLICY BOARD MEETING
CityLink Transit
1. Expansion of the On-call Zone, discontinuation of the Cisco Shuttle and expansion of Rt. 10 to serve Hope Haven was presented to City Council on June 13th. The expanded On-Call Zone will serve Cisco campus, TSTC campus, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Council of Governments and Abilene State Supported Living Center which will provide passengers with more flexibility than the shuttle that operated 3 trips per day. Service to Hope Haven will be hourly with a bus stop being moved to a more close proximity to the facility. 2. CityLink is currently working with TXDOT consultant, Alliance Transportation Group, in the development of the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP). The PTASP was a requirement of MAP-21 effective July 2019. Regulations state the PTASP must be in place by July 2020. PTASP intention is to identify safety risks and to resolve or reduce exposure to such risk. 3. The City of Abilene and CityLink are in the process of applying for a competitive federal grant award of Section 5339b Bus and Bus Facilities. If approved, these funds will allow the replacement of 7 large fixed route buses that have surpassed their useful life in addition to the repowering of 2 other large fixed route buses. Funds will also provide for the replacement of 12 paratransit cutaways that are well beyond their useful life. 4. CityLink has scheduled the Triennial Review audit by the Federal Transit Administration consultant, Calyptus Group, for August 14-15, 2019 for the site visit.
FINANCIAL STATUS OPERATION REPORT
TASKS TRAINING SESSIONS MEETINGS
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
FUTURE WORK TASKS
Financial Status
ABILENE MPO – OPERATION REPORT
From April 11, 2019 through June 11, 2019, some of the tasks completed by the Abilene MPO include the following: MPO Transportation/Transit Planning: Worked on establishing a date for the MPO Workshop in August which included researching dates and coordination among members. Prepared FY 2019 MPO Transit Asset Management (TAM) Plan update. Prepared a Draft response to State-wide National Highway System (NHS) Study. Prepared a draft and final FYs 2020-2021 UPWP. Amendment to the FYs 2019-2022 TIP approved (04/17/19) and submitted via ESTIP (04/22/19). Travel Demand Model project initiated. FYs 2020-2045 MTP project held kickoff meeting and subsequent follow-up meeting. Reviewed Draft FY 2018 TxDOT Annual Traffic Counts Maps Prepared: Ride of Silence Route Map, Current Bicycle Facilities, Ride to Work Route Map NHS GIS layer, 2019 NHS Study staff recommendations. Prepared and submitted the FY 2019 amended budget and the FY 2020 budget thru the process. Prepared the Ride of Silence proclamation for City Council along with planning meetings and conducted media interviews. Partnered with other organizations to have the event on 04/15/19. Began preparation work for the Ride to Work Event to be held on 06/24/19.
Abilene MPO Director’s Report
Policy Board Meeting June 18, 2019
Future Work Tasks Travel Demand Model
Unified Planning Work Program FYs 2020/2021 (Submitted draft to TxDOT – Final due 08/01/19) Ride to Work Event (June 24, 2019) Joint PB/TAC Workshop (August 5, 2019) MTP FYs 2020-2045 (Due January 20, 2020)
OUR NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR: AUGUST 20, 2019 THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO FOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNING.