ST. LUCIE LOCAL COORDINATING BOARD FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED (LCB) Public Hearing/Training Workshop

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1 Coco Vista Centre 466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida ST. LUCIE LOCAL COORDINATING BOARD FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED (LCB) Public Hearing/Training Workshop Date: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 Time: Location: 2:00 pm St. Lucie Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) 466 SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard, Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Self-Introductions 4. Opening Public Comment 5. Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged (FCTD)/Local Coordinating Board (LCB) Overview TPO staff will present an overview of the FCTD and LCB. 6. Transportation Disadvantaged (TD)/Coordinated Transportation Overview The Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) will present an overview of the coordinated transportation system. Transportation Planning for Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie Village and St. Lucie County

2 February 20, 2019 LCB Public Hearing and Training Workshop Page 2 of 2 7. TD Operator Overview on TD Services and Pubic Transportation Community Transit staff will present information regarding operations of the bus system. 8. Closing Public Comment 9. Adjourn NOTICES The St. Lucie TPO satisfies the requirements of various nondiscrimination laws and regulations including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of Public participation is welcomed without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, income, or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns about nondiscrimination should contact Marceia Lathou, the Title VI/ADA Coordinator of the St. Lucie TPO, at or via at lathoum@stlucieco.org. Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Marceia Lathou, , at least five days prior to the meeting. Persons who are hearing or speech impaired may use the Florida Relay System by dialing 711. Items not included on the agenda may also be heard in consideration of the best interests of the public s health, safety, welfare, and as necessary to protect every person s right of access. If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the St. Lucie LCB with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, that person shall need a record of the proceedings, and for such a purpose, that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Kreyol Ayisyen: Si ou ta renmen resevwa enfòmasyon sa a nan lang Kreyòl Aysiyen, tanpri rele nimewo (772) Español: Si usted desea recibir esta informaciòn en Español, por favor llame al

3 Coco Vista Centre 466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida ST. LUCIE LOCAL COORDINATING BOARD FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED (LCB) REGULAR MEETING Date: Wednesday, February 20, 2019 Time: Location: 2:00 pm; immediately following the Public Hearing/Training Workshop St. Lucie Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) 466 SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard, Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Self-Introductions 3. Comments from the Public 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Meeting Summary November 14, 2018 Regular Meeting 6. Discussion Items 6a. Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update: Progress to date on the TDP Major Update will be presented. Action: Discuss and provide comments to Staff. 6b. Gulfstream Goodwill Mobility Management Program Update: Progress to date on achieving the objectives of the Gulfstream Goodwill Mobility Management Program will be presented. 7. FDOT Comments Action: Discuss and provide comments to Staff. Transportation Planning for Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie Village and St. Lucie County

4 February 20, 2019 LCB Regular Meeting Page 2 of 2 8. Recommendations/Comments by Members 9. Staff Comments 10. Comments from the Public 11. Next Meeting: The next LCB meeting is scheduled for 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 15, Adjourn NOTICES: The St. Lucie TPO satisfies the requirements of various nondiscrimination laws and regulations including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of Public participation is welcomed without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, income, or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns about nondiscrimination should contact Marceia Lathou, the Title VI/ADA Coordinator of the St. Lucie TPO, at or via at lathoum@stlucieco.org. Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Marceia Lathou, , at least five days prior to the meeting. Persons who are hearing or speech impaired may use the Florida Relay System by dialing 711. Items not included on the agenda may also be heard in consideration of the best interests of the public s health, safety, welfare, and as necessary to protect every person s right of access. If any person decides to appeal any decision made by the St. Lucie LCB with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, that person shall need a record of the proceedings, and for such a purpose, that person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Kreyol Ayisyen: Si ou ta renmen resevwa enfòmasyon sa a nan lang Kreyòl Aysiyen, tanpri rele nimewo (772) Español: Si usted desea recibir esta informaciòn en Español, por favor llame al

5 Coco Vista Centre 466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd. Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida ST. LUCIE LOCAL COORDINATING BOARD FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED (LCB) REGULAR MEETING Date: Wednesday, November 14, 2018 Time: 2:00 pm Location: St. Lucie Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Coco Vista Centre 466 SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard, Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida 1. Call to Order MEETING SUMMARY Vice Chairwoman Hensley called the meeting to order at 2:00 pm. 2. Pledge of Allegiance Vice Chairwoman Hensley led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Self-Introductions Self-introductions were made and a quorum was confirmed with the following members present: Members Present Kathryn Hensley, Vice Chair Dorothy Cobb Justin Council Robert Dadiomoff Dalia Dillon Marie Dorismond Roje Gonzalez Malcolm Harris-Gowdie Kevin Howard Representing St. Lucie Co. School Board Economically Disadvantaged FL Div. of Vocational Rehab Veterans Community FL Dept. of Elder Affairs FDOT Community Transit Disabled Community FL Dept. of Health Transportation Planning for Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie Village and St. Lucie County

6 November 14, 2018 LCB Regular Meeting Page 2 of 7 Nelson Merchan-Cely Carolyn Niemczyk Others Present Peter Buchwald Marceia Lathou Rachel Harrison Tomas Boiton Murriah Dekle Bolivar Gomez Melody Hearn Darin Homer Joel Leon Michael Lincoln Cathi Petagno David Rodriguez Citizen Advocate Elderly Community Representing St. Lucie TPO St. Lucie TPO Recording Specialist Gulfstream Goodwill St. Lucie County Martin MPO Family Care Council Special Olympics Florida Tourette s Community Stand Up for Independence St. Lucie County Transit Community Transit 4. Comments from the Public Mr. Leon remarked that it was difficult for individuals with Tourette syndrome to take the bus due to the nature of their condition and asked that riders with Tourette s not be asked to get off the bus. He further recommended that awareness of the condition be raised among bus drivers in particular to prevent discrimination. Mr. Lincoln commented on the need for more bus service, explaining that he lives two miles from a bus stop and, because he had been denied for service in the past, had been unable to get to Special Olympics or work. Vice Chairwoman Hensley assured him the matter would be addressed. Ms. Hearn indicated her wish to learn how to advocate for the Transportation Disadvantaged as a mother of an individual with disabilities and requested assistance with understanding how the TD program receives funding. She also expressed dissatisfaction with the level of services TD persons receive. Mr. Homer commented that transportation was a huge obstacle for athletes of all ages participating in Special Olympics and requested education on how to advocate for them. 5. Approval of Agenda * MOTION by Ms. Niemczyk to approve the agenda. DRAFT

7 November 14, 2018 LCB Regular Meeting Page 3 of 7 ** SECONDED by Ms. Dillon Carried UNANIMOUSLY 6. Approval of Meeting Summary August 22, 2018 Regular Meeting * MOTION by Ms. Niemczyk to approve the Meeting Summary. ** SECONDED by Mr. Dadiomoff Carried UNANIMOUSLY 7. Action Items 7a. Election of Vice Chairperson: The election of the vice chairperson for Vice Chairwoman Hensley invited the LCB secretary to open the nominations for LCB Vice Chair. * MOTION by Ms. Niemczyk to nominate Mr. Rodriguez to serve as LCB Vice Chairman for ** SECONDED by Mr. Harris-Gowdie The LCB secretary asked if there were any additional nominations. * MOTION by Mr. Dadiomoff to nominate Ms. Hensley to serve as LCB Vice Chairwoman for ** SECONDED by Ms. Dorismond There were no other nominations and the nominations were closed. The LCB secretary called for a hand-count, and Ms. Hensley was elected as the LCB Vice Chairwoman by majority vote. 7b Meeting Schedule: Determination of the dates and times of LCB meetings for * MOTION by Mr. Howard to approve the proposed 2019 LCB meeting schedule. ** SECONDED by Ms. Niemczyk Carried UNANIMOUSLY DRAFT

8 November 14, 2018 LCB Regular Meeting Page 4 of 7 7c. Annual Operating Report (AOR): A presentation of the results of the 2017 Draft Annual Operating Report (AOR) by the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC). Ms. Dekle introduced Ms. Petagno, who reported the Annual Operating Report Figures for FY 2018, including statistics for trips, revenue miles, and vehicle miles. Ms. Niemczyk asked why the most recent figure for trips was lower than in past years, and Ms. Petagno explained that it was likely due to the St. Lucie County transit system becoming fare-free, to a decrease in the number of Coordinated Contractors, and because of alterations made to the process required to become a Coordinated Contractor. Mr. Rodriguez added that it is the ongoing aim of the CTC to accommodate as many passengers as possible using the fixed-route service so as to reduce the need for paratransit services. * MOTION by Mr. Howard to approve the AOR. ** SECONDED by Ms. Niemczyk Carried UNANIMOUSLY 7d. Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP)/Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (Coordinated Plan): A review of the TDSP/Coordinated Plan, which addresses the transportation needs of older adults, persons with disabilities, low-income persons, and children at risk. Ms. Lathou identified the persons typically served as part of the TD program and then described some of the services offered before explaining the purpose and requirements of the TDSP. She outlined a number of components of the TDSP and then explained that, because the LCB had approved an update in February 2018, only minimal changes were required to transition the document into a new TDSP. Ms. Lathou listed several of these additions and noted that the TDSP had to be approved by roll call vote. In response to Mr. Harris-Gowdie s question, Ms. Lathou clarified how often TDSP updates are initiated. Ms. Niemczyk inquired about potential transportation service to nursing homes and assisted living facilities currently under construction, and Ms. Lathou explained that the issue would be addressed under the Transit Development Plan (TDP) agenda item. DRAFT

9 November 14, 2018 LCB Regular Meeting Page 5 of 7 * MOTION by Vice Chairwoman Hensley to approve the TDSP/Coordinated Plan. ** SECONDED by Ms. Niemczyk A roll-call vote showed unanimous approval of the TDSP/Coordinated Plan with the following members assenting: Carolyn Niemczyk, Malcolm Harris-Gowdie, Nelson Merchan-Cely, Dorothy Cobb, Kathryn Hensley, Marie Dorismond, Dalia Dillon, Justin Council, Robert Dadiomoff, Roje Gonzalez, Kevin Howard. 7e. Coordination Agreements: A presentation by the CTC of a coordination agreement with a public transportation provider. Ms. Petagno explained that the CTC staff had worked closely with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged during the previous year to improve the procedures for organizations to become Coordinated Contractors, an effort which resulted in revisions to the intake application process. She listed a number of organizations that had submitted the necessary documentation for a CTC agreement for fiscal year 2019 and recommended that Heavenly Place Home, LLC be reinstated as a Coordinated Contractor. * MOTION by Mr. Council to approve the Coordination Agreement. ** SECONDED by Ms. Niemczyk Carried UNANIMOUSLY 7f. By-Laws Update: A review of the proposed revision to the LCB By-Laws to add a local representative of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) to the LCB. Ms. Lathou described the scope and purpose of the LCB By-Laws before explaining that a recent revision to the rules at the state level had established a local representative of the APD on local coordinating boards. She indicated that the St. Lucie LCB By-Laws had been revised to comply with this new rule and recommended the update be approved. * MOTION by Mr. Harris-Gowdie to approve the By-Laws Update. ** SECONDED by Ms. Dorismond Carried UNANIMOUSLY DRAFT

10 November 14, 2018 LCB Regular Meeting Page 6 of 7 8. Discussion Items 8a. Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update: A presentation on the progress to date on the TDP Major Update. Ms. Lathou described the TDP as the public transportation provider s planning, development, and operational guidance document for a 10-year planning horizon. She noted that the brand of Bus Plus reflects a commitment to comprehensive mobility planning and explained what the improvement and expansion of the transit system entails. Ms. Lathou also outlined the extensive public outreach efforts planned in connection with the project, which included focus groups, surveys, and community meetings, and concluded with an update of preliminary results. 8b. Gulfstream Goodwill Mobility Management Program Update: An update on the progress to date on achieving the objectives of the Gulfstream Goodwill Mobility Management Program. Mr. Boiton described the Regional Transportation Collaborative (RTC) as an initiative designed to assist the various transportation agencies and programs within FDOT District 4 in serving their communities more efficiently and effectively. He outlined several goals and specific objectives of the RTC before detailing its seven initiatives, which included the establishment of a vehicle insurance purchasing collaborative and a vehicle maintenance and supplies purchasing collaborative, the creation of a vehicle preventative maintenance best practices manual, and the institution of a vehicle sharing program. In response to several questions regarding the timeline of these plans, Mr. Boiton explained that the goal for the present quarter was to concentrate on outreach and promotion of the RTC while working toward developing the vehicle insurance purchasing collaborative. Ms. Niemczyk inquired about the Section 5310 program referenced by Mr. Boiton during his presentation, and he along with Ms. Dorismond and Mr. Buchwald explained it as a human service grant program that provides funding to states for the purpose of assisting nonprofits in meeting the transportation needs of the elderly and people with disabilities. DRAFT

11 November 14, 2018 LCB Regular Meeting Page 7 of 7 9. Informational Items Transportation Disadvantaged State-Wide Service Analysis Ms. Lathou explained the analysis, which was prepared for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, as background information on the organization in light of recent regulations establishing a position for an APD representative on local coordinating boards. CTC Quality Assurance Review Report Ms. Lathou congratulated the St. Lucie County CTC on the results of its recent quality assurance audit, which yielded no corrective findings. 10. FDOT Comments Ms. Dorismond notified the members that the Section 5310 grant program was open for applications for FY 2020 and shared information on how to apply. 11. Recommendations/Comments by Members Mr. Harris-Gowdie expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to serve on the LCB. 12. Staff Comments None. 13. Comments from the Public None. 14. Next Meeting: The next LCB Meeting is scheduled for 2:00 pm on Wednesday, February 20, Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 pm. Respectfully submitted: Approved by: Rachel Harrison Recording Specialist Cathy Townsend Chairwoman DRAFT

12 Coco Vista Centre 466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Board/Committee: St. Lucie LCB Meeting Date: February 20, 2019 Item Number: Item Title: Item Origination: UPWP Reference: Requested Action: 6a Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update Progress Report Florida Statutes Task 3.2 Transit Planning Discuss and provide comments to Staff. Staff Recommendation: It is recommended that the LCB provide comments to Staff based on Staff s presentation. Attachments Staff Report Existing and Proposed Bus Routes and Passenger Rail Service Map Transportation Planning for Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie Village and St. Lucie County

13 Coco Vista Centre 466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida MEMORANDUM TO: THROUGH: FROM: St. Lucie Local Coordinating Board for the Transportation Disadvantaged (LCB) Peter Buchwald Executive Director Marceia Lathou Transit Program Manager DATE: February 13, 2019 SUBJECT: Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update Progress Report BACKGROUND A Transit Development Plan (TDP) is required by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the receipt of funding through the Public Transit Block Grant Program. A TDP is the public transportation provider s planning, development, and operational guidance document and is based on a 10-year planning horizon. A Major Update is required every five years. Annual updates in the form of progress reports on the 10-Year Implementation Program of the TDP also are required. In St. Lucie County, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) contracts with Community Transit, a division of the Council on Aging of St. Lucie, Inc., for public transportation services. The St. Lucie TDP Major Update is endorsed by the TPO Board and adopted by the BOCC. Task 3.2 of the St. Lucie TPO FY 2018/19 FY 2019/20 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) includes activities related to the provision of technical and planning assistance to the transit provider in order to maintain the BOCC s eligibility for the continued receipt of federal and state transit funds. These activities include support of the TDP Major Update and Annual Progress Reports. Transportation Planning for Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie Village and St. Lucie County

14 February 13, 2019 Page 2 of 2 ANALYSIS St. Lucie County initiated its TDP Major Update process in August The project s extensive public outreach includes focus groups, surveys, and community meetings. Staff s presentation to the LCB will focus on the service improvements listed below and shown on the attached map. Service Expansion All Routes Half hour frequencies Monday Saturday operation Hours of operation: 6 am 8 pm New Routes Fort Pierce/Port St. Lucie Express (25 th Street) from Fort Pierce Intermodal Station to Port St. Lucie Intermodal Station Midway Road from Weatherbee Road to Milner Drive Crosstown Parkway from The Landings in Tradition to the Civic Center Port St. Lucie Boulevard from Gatlin Boulevard to Becker Road Port St. Lucie Route 5 Split/Tradition Flex West Palm Beach Express from I-95/Gatlin Boulevard Jobs Express Terminal to West Palm Beach Intermodal Passenger rail service from Orlando to Miami Micro-transit access for West Palm Beach Express Virginia Avenue from U.S. 1 to Kings Highway Torino Parkway micro-transit RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the LCB provide comments to Staff based on Staff s presentation.

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16 Coco Vista Centre 466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Suite 111 Port St. Lucie, Florida AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Board/Committee: St. Lucie LCB Meeting Date: February 20, 2019 Item Number: 6b Item Title: Gulfstream Goodwill Mobility Management Update Item Origination: UPWP Reference: Requested Action: St. Lucie LCB Task 3.8 Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) Program Discuss and provide comments to Staff. Staff Recommendation: It is recommended that the LCB provide comments to Staff based on the Gulfstream Goodwill representative s presentation. Attachments None Transportation Planning for Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie Village and St. Lucie County