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1 James T. Wood, Jr. Chairman Dick Rynearson Vice Chairman P.O. Box Pensacola, FL Street Address: 4081 E. Olive Road-Suite A P: F: MEETING DATE: October 8, 2015 MEETING NOTICE TO: FROM: RE: Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Okaloosa-Walton TPO Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Okaloosa-Walton TPO Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) James T. Wood, Jr., Chairman TPO Meeting, TCC Meeting, CAC Meeting Destin City Hall Annex The Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) will meet Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. in the Destin City Hall Annex located at 4100 Indian Bayou Trail Destin, Florida Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) 9:30 a.m. Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) 1:30 p.m. AGENDA A. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE Chairman Wood B. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Any new action items to be added to the agenda must be approved by a vote of two thirds (2/3) of the TPO members present. C. PUBLIC FORUM Any person who wishes to address the TPO is requested to fill out a Speaker Request Form obtained from the TPO staff at the meeting. Speakers are asked to limit their time to five minutes. D. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. Approval of July 16, 2015 Meeting Minutes ALL COMMITTEES Staff to TPO planning for the future transportation needs of the Okaloosa-Walton Urbanized Area

2 October 8, 2015 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Page 2 E. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Consideration of Resolution O-W Accepting the FDOT FY Tentative Work Program ENCLOSURE A - ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Ms. Regina Battles, FDOT Advisory Committee Recommendations 2. Consideration of Resolution O-W Amending the FY Project Priorities for Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program Projects (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) ENCLOSURE B - ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Ms. Traci Goodhart, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations 3. Consideration of Resolution O-W Authorizing TPO Transportation Director to Sign Memorandum of Agreement Between Florida-Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County TPOs and Atkins North America, Inc. as the General Planning Consultant (GPC) ENCLOSURE C ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Ms. Jill Lavender, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations 4. Consideration of Resolution O-W Supporting the Completion of the Great Northwest Coast Regional Connector ENCLOSURE D ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Ms. Mary Robinson, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations 5. Consideration of Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) Application ENCLOSURE E TPO and CAC ONLY Presentation by Ms. Brandi Whitehurst, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendation F. FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) UPDATE Presentation by Mr. Bryant Paulk, AICP, FDOT Presentation by Ms. Christy Johnson, AICP, FDOT G. REVIEW / INFORMATION ITEMS 1. Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Project Scoring Criteria ENCLOSURE F- ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Ms. Jenny Cook, AICP, TPO Staff Okaloosa-Walton TPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Kick-off ENCLOSURE G- ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Mr. Wiley Page, Atkins 3. Transportation Project Process from Concept to Completion ENCLOSURE H ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO Staff

3 October 8, 2015 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Page 3 4. Overview of the Changes to the Mid-Bay Bridge Authority Toll Schedule ENCLOSURE I ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Mr. Van Fuller, Mid Bay Bridge Authority 5. Update on Regional Transit Authority Feasibility Study ENCLOSURE J ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Mr. Rob Mahan, TPO Staff 6. Update on Transportation Empowerment Act (TEA) ENCLOSURE K TPO ONLY Presentation by Mr. Steve Czonstka 7. Announcement of PJ Adams Public Meeting ENCLOSURE L ALL COMMITTEES Presentation by Mr. Cory Wilkinson, AICP, HDR H. INFORMATION ITEMS (No Presentations) ENCLOSURE M 2015 TPO Meeting Schedule Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes (July 2015) from FDOT Regarding Gap Creek Bridge and Other Local Projects Correspondence to FDOT District 3 Regarding Administrative Amendments to the FY TIP from FDOT Regarding the Status of Highway 98 Left Turn Signage at Silver Sands Mall in South Walton County Coalition Against Big Trucks Information Florida Association of Counties Transportation Spending Report: I. OTHER BUSINESS J. ADJOURN Like us on Facebook Public Participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability or family status. The TPO will make reasonable accommodations for access at this meeting in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and for language requirements other than English (free of charge). Please notify Ms. Brandi Whitehurst of access or language requirements at ext. 204 at least 48 hours in advance or for TTY-FLORIDA. Introduzca la participación del público se solicita, sin distinción de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, edad, religión, discapacidad o estado familiar. La OPC hará arreglos razonables para el acceso a esta reunión de acuerdo con el Americans with Disabilities Act, y para los requisitos de idioma que no seainglés.notifique a la Sr. Dan Deanda de los requisitos de acceso o el idioma en el ext 227 o para TTY-Florida al menos 48 horas de antelación.

4 OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES WEST FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL (Designated staff) NICEVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER 204 NORTH PARTIN DRIVE, NICEVILLE, FLORIDA July 16, 2015 MEMBERS ATTENDING: Jim Wood, Chairman Bill Chapman Sara Comander Bill Imfeld Nathan Boyles Carolyn Ketchel J.B. Whitten Ronald Stearns Bill Cox Judy Boudreaux Joe Blocker Joe Morgan OTHERS ATTENDING: Jason Autrey Christy Johnson Bryant Paulk John Fielding David Haight Kate Daniel Gary Kramer Renee Quick Mary Robinson Kathy Scott Dottie Turner Mary Beth Washnock Brian Youpatoff City of Destin Walton County Board of Commissioners Walton County Board of Commissioners Walton County Board of Commissioners Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners Okaloosa County Board of Commissioners City of Crestview City of Mary Esther City of Crestview City of Niceville City of Crestview City of Valparaiso Okaloosa County Florida Department of Transportation Florida Department of Transportation Atkins Atkins TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff A. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE Chairman Wood called the meeting to order at 3:02 p.m. B. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairman Wood asked if there were any items to add to the agenda. There was one add-on item: Resolution O-W Encouraging the Approach Used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (US Senate Bill 1626) Included in Future House-Senate Negotiations. Councilman Whitten moved to approve the add-on item. Commissioner Chapman seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. C. PUBLIC FORUM Chairman Wood called for speakers from the public. There being no speakers the public forum was closed.

5 OKALOOSA-WALTON TPO MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2015 Page 2 of 4 D. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of June 18, 2015 Meeting Minutes Chairman Wood asked for a motion to approve the consent agenda and the June 18, 2015 meeting Minutes and Consideration of Resolutions O-W and O-W Endorsing the Okaloosa County and Walton County Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP) 2015 Annual Updates Commissioner Comander moved to approve the consent agenda including the June 18, 2015 meeting minutes and to authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolutions O-W and O- W endorsing the Okaloosa County and Walton County Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP) 2015 annual updates. The motion was seconded by Councilman Whitten, and the motion passed unanimously. E. ACTION ITEMS 1. Consideration of Resolution O-W Adopting the Okaloosa-Walton FY FY 2021 Project Priorities Presented by Mr. Gary Kramer, TPO staff. Mr. Kramer provided a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the details of how a project is developed. This presentation included the background and methodology used for development. A discussion ensued regarding costs and revenue of the project priorities. Councilman Morgan noted a change on page 3; item #9 changes to item #1. Ms. Mary Beth Washnock advised the TPO that the TCC and CAC recommended this amended item. Councilman Whitten moved to authorize the TPO chairman to sign amended Resolution O- W adopting the Okaloosa-Walton FY FY 2021 project priorities. Councilman Cox seconded, and the motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. Roll Call Vote: Commissioner Carolyn Ketchel Commissioner Nathan Boyles Councilman J.B. Whitten Councilman Bill Cox Councilman Joe Blocker Commissioner Joe Morgan Councilwoman Judy Boudreaux Mayor Pro-Tem Ronald Stearns Councilman James Wood Commissioner Bill Imfeld Commissioner Bill Chapman Commissioner Sara Comander Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 2. Appointment of Steering Committee Members for the 2040 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)

6 OKALOOSA-WALTON TPO MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2015 Page 3 of 4 Presented by Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff. Ms. Daniel provided an overview of the appointment of steering committee members and advised that a plan must be adopted by March Ms. Daniel provided an opportunity for questions and commentary. There were none. 3. Selection of One Citizens Advisory Committee Member to Attend the 3 rd Annual Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium and Authorization to Provide Registration and Travel Expenses Presented by Ms. Mary Beth Washnock, TPO staff. Ms. Washnock provided information regarding the 3 rd Annual Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium and procedures for registration and travel expenditures. The CAC suggested Mr. Steve Czonstka as the representative of the CAC to attend the 3 rd Annual Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium and Mr. Dean Covey to serve as alternate in case Mr. Czonstka is unable to attend. Councilman Blocker moved to approve Mr. Steve Czonstka as the CAC member to attend the 3 rd Annual Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium and Mr. Dean Covey as his alternate. Councilman Morgan seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 4. Consideration of Resolution O-W Encouraging the Approach Used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (S. 1626) is Included in Future House-Senate Negotiations. Presented by Ms. Mary Robinson. Ms. Robinson provided a synopsis of the passenger rail service in relation to Resolution O-W A discussion ensued regarding cost factors, what is included in Resolution O-W 15-18, what Resolution O-W Act establishes and the benefits of Resolution O-W Commissioner Commander moved to authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W encouraging the approach used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (S. 1626) be included in future House-Senate negotiations. Councilman Chapman seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. F. FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) UPDATE Presented by Mr. Bryant Paulk, FDOT. Presentation by Mr. Bryant Paulk. Mr. Paulk provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding upcoming design projects in construction FY 18 which are focusing on resurfacing and right turn lanes. He also reviewed letting projects in FY 12 FY 15 which include landscaping projects. Mr. Paulk provided an opportunity for questions and comments. There were none. G. REVIEW / INFORMATION ITEMS 1. Progress Report on Implementation of the Regional Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Plan, Adopted in 2010 Presented by Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff. Ms. Daniel provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding what Intelligent Transportation Systems are and their importance. She stated that a regional loop of ITS is being developed in the area utilizing fiber optics. Ms. Daniel displayed a map of the prospective geographical area for this dedicated fiber optic ring. A discussion ensued regarding additional uses for fiber optic cables and current available technology.

7 OKALOOSA-WALTON TPO MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2015 Page 4 of 4 2. Review of Regional Transit Authority Feasibility Study Presented by Mr. Rob Mahan, TPO staff. Mr. Mahan provided information regarding the feasibility of a Rural Transit Authority as opposed to separate transit systems in Northwest Florida. Mr. Mahan stated that currently Northwest Florida utilizes Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT), Okaloosa County Transit, and Bay Town Trolley. On August 12, 2015 a panel from these three entities will be meeting to discuss the transit systems and associated issues. Mr. Mahan provided an opportunity for questions and comments; there were none. H. INFORMATION ITEMS (No Presentations) 2015 TPO Meeting Schedule Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes (June 2015) Corridor Management Plan Update FDOT Joint Certification Package FTP/SIS Regional Workshops Flyer from Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (AMPO) from National Association of Regional Councils (NARC) Correspondence to FDOT District 3 Regarding TIP Administrative Amendments I. OTHER BUSINESS There was a brief overview of data presented at the June 18, 2015 TPO meeting by the Florida Greenways and Trails Foundation. Councilwoman Ketchel commented that the signage at the airport is confusing. A discussion ensued with Ms. Christy Johnson, FDOT addressing this issue. Ms. Johnson agreed the signage is confusing and will keep the TPO updated with any changes. J. ADJOURN Councilman Morgan moved to adjourn the meeting; Councilman Blocker seconded and the motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 3:55 p.m.

8 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE A ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution O-W Accepting the FDOT Fiscal Years Tentative Work Program ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: FDOT LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: Review and Comment for Consistency with Local Comprehensive Plans BACKGROUND: At the July 16 th meeting, the TPO adopted its FY FY2021 Project Priorities. The purpose of the priorities is to ensure that projects programmed by FDOT in the Five-Year Work Program are consistent with local needs and plans. The priorities rank projects in the following categories: 1. Long Range Transportation Plan Capacity Projects (SIS and Non-SIS) 2. Transportation Systems Management (TSM) Projects 3. Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Projects 4. Bicycle/Pedestrian Projects 5. Public Transportation Projects 6. Aviation Projects The adopted FY Project Priorities are online at Adoption of the Project Priorities is the initial step in the development of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). FDOT uses the priorities to develop its Five-Year Work Program within system maintenance requirements and funds available in various funding categories. FDOT District III officials will present the Tentative Work Program at the TPO and advisory committee meetings and will refine the Work Program, within budgetary limitations, to reflect the recommendations of the TPO. The proposed Work Program will then be submitted to the Florida Legislature for adoption. The TPO will develop the final TIP for adoption at the June 2016 TPO meetings, resulting in a TIP and FDOT Work Program that will be consistent. The public hearing for the FY Tentative Work Program was held on October 6, 2015 at various FDOT offices in northwest Florida. Attached is the following: Resolution O-W The Tentative Five-Year Work Programs for Okaloosa and Walton counties will be distributed at the meetings. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion to authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W This action is recommended to reflect the coordination that has occurred between the TPO and FDOT in the development of the Work Program and funding of TPO priorities. Please contact Ms. Regina Battles at (850) or Regina.Battles@dot.state.fl.us if additional information is needed.

9 RESOLUTION O-W A RESOLUTION OF THE OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION ACCEPTING THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FY TENTATIVE FIVE YEAR WORK PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the organization designated by the Governor of the State of Florida as being responsible, together with the State of Florida, for carrying out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for the Okaloosa-Walton TPO Planning Area; and WHEREAS, the TPO annually adopts Transportation Project Priorities and forwards them to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) by October 1 st each year as the initial step in the development of the TPO Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the following project categories: capacity projects, Transportation Systems Management (TSM) projects, Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) projects, bicycle/pedestrian projects, public transportation projects, and aviation projects; and WHEREAS, FDOT annually uses the TPO s Transportation Project Priorities in the development of the FDOT Tentative Five-Year Work Program to the extent feasible within system maintenance requirements and funds available in various fund categories; and WHEREAS, FDOT annually presents the FDOT Tentative Five-Year Work Program to the TPO to ensure that the Work Program is consistent with the TPO s Transportation Project Priorities to the extent feasible; and WHEREAS, the TPO Transportation Project Priorities and FDOT Work Program development processes are mutually supportive resulting in a final TIP and Work Program that are consistent; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION THAT: The TPO accepts the FDOT FY Tentative Five-Year Work Program. Passed and duly adopted by the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization on this 8 th day of October OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION BY: James T. Wood, Jr., Chairman ATTEST:

10 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE B ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution O-W Amending the FY Project Priorities for Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program Projects (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: 23 Code of Federal Regulations 134(j), Chapter (7) Florida Statutes, Okaloosa-Walton TPO Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Task C.1 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: Annually, the TPO reviews and adopts transportation project priorities for submittal to FDOT. This document is part of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) development process. The purpose of the project priorities is to ensure that transportation projects programmed by FDOT in the Five-Year Work Program are consistent with local needs and plans for the TPO planning area. TPO responsibilities require that all modes of transportation be addressed in the Project Priorities. The TPO's Public Participation Process Manual states that amendments to the Project Priorities must be approved by the TPO by formal action. They must be placed on the TPO agenda and listed in the legal ad placed for the meeting. Approval of an amendment to the Project Priorities must be by roll-call vote. Once approved, the Project Priorities are updated with the amended information and copies of the amendment are provided to FDOT. The purpose of the CMAQ program is to support transportation projects and programs that improve congestion and overall air quality. It is the goal of the West Florida Regional Planning Council (WFRPC) and the TPO to continue to improve and encourage multi-modal transportation while educating the public about alternative fuels. Below is a table representing the available CMAQ funds for FDOT District III s State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). Available CMAQ Funds District 3 STIP (date 10/14/2014) $1,006,623 $939,751 $940,119 $940,032 FY 2015 FY 2016 FY 2017 FY 2018 The Okaloosa-Walton TPO is interested in utilizing CMAQ funds to support the establishment of a Clean Cities Coalition (CCC) designation. The TPO staff has inquired about the prospect that CMAQ funds may be available to aid in the development and implementation of the coalition s Clean Cities program. The Emerald Coast Clean Cities Coalition has expressed interest in partnering with the WFRPC and the Okaloosa-Walton TPO. The North Florida TPO in Jacksonville uses CMAQ funds annually to support its designation effort as well as various projects that involve the conversion of diesel fleets to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and CNG station development. In addition, the TPO s Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) includes a task for air quality planning. This task would be supported and expanded should the TPO receive CMAQ funds. CMAQ programmatic eligibility includes, but is not limited to transit improvements, vanpooling, bicycle and pedestrian programs, and public education and outreach activities. The 2040 Okaloosa-Walton TPO LRTP Needs Plan includes five potential locations for CNG filling stations. The TPO s LRTP supports public transportation, bicycle/pedestrian planning, vanpooling, and air quality attainment in the adopted Goals and Objectives. Attached are the following: Resolution O-W Proposed New Page for FY Project Priorities for Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) Projects

11 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion to authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W amending the FY Project Priorities. The purpose of this amendment is so funding from the Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) program can potentially be authorized for the projects identified. Please contact Ms. Traci Goodhart, TPO staff, at , Ext. 222 or traci.goodhart@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

12 RESOLUTION O-W A RESOLUTION OF THE OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION AMENDING THE FY PROJECT PRIORITIES WHEREAS, the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the organization designated by the Governor of Florida as being responsible for carrying out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for the Okaloosa- Walton TPO Planning Area; and WHEREAS, the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is adopted annually by the TPO and submitted to the Governor of the State of Florida to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and through the State of Florida to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA); and WHEREAS, the initial step in the development of the TIP is for the TPO to submit its transportation project priorities for all modes of travel to the Florida Department of Transportation prior to October 1 each year; and WHEREAS, the TPO amends the FY Project Priorities in order to utilize Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program funds to support the establishment of a Clean Cities Coalition (CCC) designation; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION THAT: The TPO amends the FY Project Priorities for the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program for the following projects: TPO Clean Fuels Coalition TPO Alternatives Fuel Initiative Passed and duly adopted by the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization on this 8 th day of October OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION BY: James T. Wood, Jr., Chairman ATTEST:

13 Proposed new page for Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) Projects Table 17: FY Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Project Priorities FDOT Item Segment FY Priority Ranking NA 1 NA 2 Description TPO Clean Fuels Coalition Support staffing of the coalition by the TPO, development of a 5 year Implementation Plan and application for designation as a Clean Cities Coalition by the U.S. Dept. of Energy. TPO Alternatives Fuel Initiative This initiative provides for the conversion of fleets within the TPO region to alternative fuels (CNG, biofuel, electric, etc.) as well as the provision of fuel delivery infrastructure. Estimated Costs $25,000 $200,000

14 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE C ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution O-W Authorizing TPO Transportation Director to Sign Memorandum of Agreement Between Florida-Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County TPOs and Atkins North America, Inc. as the General Planning Consultant (GPC) ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: Currently, the Florida-Alabama TPO, Okaloosa-Walton TPO, and Bay County TPO have one GPC, Atkins. In 2015, one GPC will be hired, due to the anticipated number of projects available in the UPWP. The current GPC agreement is a three year term, ending in October The new agreement will also be for a three year period. The following members comprised the GPC Selection Committee: Primary Member: Councilman Charles Bare (City of Pensacola) Primary Member: Tommy Brown (Escambia County) Primary Member: Jim Hunt (Florida-Alabama TPO CAC) Primary Member: Councilwoman Amy Jamieson (City of Fort Walton Beach) Primary Member: Latilda Hughes-Neel (City of Freeport) Primary Member: Duane Goehring (Okaloosa-Walton TPO CAC) Primary Member: Commissioner Pamn Henderson (City of Callaway) Primary Member: John Alaghemand (City of Panama City Beach) Primary Member: Leon Miller (Bay County TPO CAC) Primary Member: Gary Kramer (TPO Staff) Non-Scoring Member: Bryant Paulk (FDOT) On October 6, 2014 an Advertisement for Letters of Interest was issued and two firms responded. These firms were Atkins North America, Inc. and Nelson/Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc. On November 21, 2014 the GPC Selection Committee met and scored the firms. Both firms were sent a Request for Technical Proposals and proposals were received from both firms by the January 7, 2015 deadline. Oral presentations from each of the firms occurred on February 18, 2015, after which a final recommendation of Atkins North America, Inc. was made by the GPC Selection Committee. The evaluating members in attendance for the final recommendation were the following: Councilman Charles Bare (City of Pensacola) Tommy Brown (Escambia County) Latilda Hughes-Neel (City of Freeport) Commissioner Pamn Henderson (City of Callaway) John Alaghemand (City of Panama City Beach) Leon Miller (Bay County TPO CAC) Gary Kramer (TPO Staff) In April 2015, each TPO approved the GPC Selection Committee's recommendation and negotiations began with the selected firm. An electronic technical proposal from Atkins North America, Inc. is held on the West Florida Regional Planning Council (WFRPC) website at Technical-Proposal.pdf and the link has been ed to the TPO and their advisory committee members. This is the same information that the GPC Selection Committee utilized in their selection process.

15 TPO staff requested and received an audit package from Atkins North America, Inc. which included the following: Certification Statements from Prime and Subs Payroll Registers for Prime and Subs Overhead Audit Letter (type of work qualification and approved audited rates) Operating Margin % Calculation Table for Direct Salaries Staff hour estimates (if applicable) Fee schedules (if applicable) TPO staff negotiated to reduce the operating margin percentage and average wage rates. Atkins North America, Inc. agreed to all terms of the negotiations. Upon execution, the attached Memorandum of Agreement will start a new three year contract with Atkins North America as the Florida-Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County TPOs GPC. Attached are the following: Resolution O-W Memorandum of Agreement between the Florida-Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County TPOs and Atkins North America, Inc. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion for the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W authorizing the Transportation Director to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the Florida- Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County TPOs and Atkins North America, Inc. This action is recommended because Atkins North America, Inc. was the top ranked firm after the ranking process. Please contact Ms. Jill Lavender, TPO staff, at , Ext. 212 or jill.lavender@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

16 RESOLUTION O-W A RESOLUTION OF THE OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSPORTATION DIRECTOR TO SIGN THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN FLORIDA-ALABAMA, OKALOOSA-WALTON, AND BAY COUNTY TPOs AND ATKINS NORTH AMERICA, INC. WHEREAS, the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the organization designated by the Governor of Florida as being responsible for carrying out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for the Okaloosa- Walton TPO Planning Area; and WHEREAS, the General Planning Consultant (GPC) Selection Committee was formed by members of the Florida-Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County TPOs, their Technical Coordinating Committees and Citizens Advisory Committees and a member of TPO staff; and WHEREAS, an Advertisement for Letters of Interest and Qualifications was issued on October 6, 2014; and WHEREAS, a short listing of proposers was completed by the GPC Selection Committee on November 21, 2014; and WHEREAS, a Request for Technical Proposals was issued to the two short listed firms, Atkins North America, Inc. and Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc., on November 25, 2014; and WHEREAS, the GPC Selection Committee met and heard presentations from the two firms, Atkins North America, Inc. and Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc., on February 18, 2015 and scored those firms based on criteria established in the Request for Proposals; and WHEREAS, the GPC Selection Committee made a final recommendation of Atkins North America, Inc.; and WHEREAS, negotiations were conducted and all terms were agreed upon; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION THAT: The TPO authorizes the Transportation Director to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between Florida-Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County TPOs with Atkins North America, Inc. Passed and duly adopted by the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization on this 8th day of October 2015.

17 Resolution O-W Page 2 OKALOOSA--WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION BY: James T. Wood, Jr., Chairman ATTEST:

18 MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA, OKALOOSA-WALTON AND BAY COUNTY TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS AND ATKINS NORTH AMERICA, INC. This Agreement is entered into by and between the Florida-Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County Transportation Planning Organizations, hereinafter referred to as the TPOs, local governmental entities of the State of Florida, having offices at 4081 E. Olive Road, Suite A; Pensacola, Florida 32514, and Atkins North America, Inc., hereinafter referred to as the General Planning Consultant (GPC) having offices at 7406 Fullerton Street, Suite 350, Jacksonville, Florida The purpose of this Agreement is to provide the basis under which the TPOs and the GPC agree to cooperate to complete multiple TPO planning tasks identified in the TPOs adopted Unified Planning Work Programs. It is hereby declared to be in the public interest and the purpose of the Agreement that the TPOs and the GPC jointly pledge their intention to cooperatively seek to undertake, perform and complete the technical studies required to complete the project. Specific areas of agreement to coordinate respective activities are as follows: 1.0 STAFF SERVICES The GPC shall provide all staff services to the TPOs to undertake, perform, and complete the necessary technical services required in the Scope of Services as outlined in the Request for Letters of Interest, Attachment A, which is attached to and made part of this Agreement. More specifically, the GPC shall provide the specific staff services, which are identified in each negotiated Task Work Order, which shall be negotiated and signed by each party prior to proceeding with work and charges. The TPOs have authorized the Director of Transportation Planning to negotiate and approve each Task Work Order for tasks identified in the adopted UPWPs. TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 1

19 2.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE This Agreement shall begin on October 28, 2015 and shall continue for a period of three (3) years. Within each Task Work Order shall be a schedule for completion of that task. 3.0 PROJECT BUDGET A Project Budget, Attachment B, which consists of the hourly rate for each classification of employee who will be working on this project, is developed by the GPC and made part of this agreement. These rates shall be negotiated with the TPOs and, upon approval, shall be used throughout the term of this Agreement on all Task Work Orders. 4.0 PROJECT COST In each adopted Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), the TPOs may set aside funds for work to be completed by the GPCs. However, there is no guarantee of a specific funding level for GPC work during any specific fiscal year. Funds allocated for consultant work are dependent on future levels of federal, state, and local funding to the TPOs. The cost of each negotiated Task Work Order shall be established at the time each Task Work Order is developed and signed by the TPO and GPC. The cost shall be based on man-hours required to complete the project and hourly rates of personnel assigned to each task, as identified in Attachment B to this Agreement. The Director of Transportation Planning must be notified in writing of any personnel additions or deletions. The cost of each Task Work Order may include time for completion of the executed scope but shall not include time for correction of work resulting from errors and omissions on the part of the GPC following review by the TPO Staff, TPO Advisory Committees, and the Florida Department of Transportation. 5.0 METHOD OF PAYMENT The GPC will adhere to the following procedures in requesting payment for its services under this agreement: 5.01 The GPC shall submit monthly progress reports in sufficient detail to show progress on each task of the scope, as described in Attachment A and current, open Task Work Orders. Reports shall be submitted by the fifteenth day of the subsequent month whether or not an invoice accompanies the report. TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 2

20 5.02 The GPC shall submit monthly invoices signed by a principal or authorized project director of the GPC as to their correctness. The TPOs shall provide a copy of an invoice format used on other projects. A standard Florida Department of Transportation invoice summary format is acceptable. The invoice summary and progress report shall show, by task, percent completion, previous billings, and current billing. Each invoice shall be consecutively numbered and shall include the TPO Project Account Number (TPO Account, Task Number). The TPO staff shall provide this information for each Task Work Order The final payment for each Task Work Order shall be withheld until final completion of all work on that task The invoices shall be accompanied by the monthly progress report When the Director of Transportation Planning has approved the statement, the West Florida Regional Planning Council on behalf of the TPOs will issue a check to the GPC The TPOs may withhold payment until questions of accuracy and correctness of the monthly invoice and monthly progress report are cleared up to the satisfaction of the TPOs. Otherwise, payment shall be governed by the Florida Local Government Prompt Payment Act, Sections et.seq., Florida Statutes All sub-consultants will be paid through the GPC and by the GPC. 6.0 WORK PRODUCTS The GPC shall provide copies of all draft and final work products as identified in each Task Work Order. Work products shall be in a format compatible with the TPOs computer system and as specified by the TPOs. For all tasks, no less than a final printed product and an electronic product shall be delivered to the TPOs. 7.0 TERMINATION This Agreement may be terminated for any reason by the TPOs or the GPC by giving written notice to the other party thirty (30) calendar days prior to such termination. If either party is in substantial breach of the Agreement, termination may be made after thirty (30) calendar days in written notice. Notices shall be addressed as follows: TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 3

21 If to the TPOs: Florida-Alabama, Okaloosa-Walton, and Bay County TPOs c/o West Florida Regional Planning Council ATTN: Ms. Mary Robinson, Director of Transportation Planning P.O. Box (4081 E. Olive Road, Suite A) Pensacola, Florida Phone: Fax: If to the GPC: Atkins North America, Inc. ATTN: Wiley C. Page, Jr Fullerton Street, Suite 350 Jacksonville, Florida Phone: (904) Fax: (904) ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS It is not the intent of this Agreement to specify all areas that can or should be effectively coordinated; rather, this Agreement will serve as documentation of minimum compliance with the above sections and are generally to serve as a joint pledge of cooperation realizing the mutual benefit to be derived for effectuating a close and realistic working relationship. 9.0 STANDARD PROVISIONS 9.01 SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS It is understood and agreed that no supplemental agreement of any nature may be entered into by the parties hereto with regard to the work to be performed hereunder without the concurrence of the TPOs and the GPC, anything to the contrary in this Agreement notwithstanding THIRD PARTY CONTRACT Third parties that are now authorized members of the Atkins North America, Inc. Team include: Carpe Diem Community Solutions, Inc., Alta Planning + Design, Data Transfer Solutions, and BowStern. Except as noted above and otherwise authorized in writing by the TPOs, the GPC shall not execute any contract or obligate itself in any other manner with any third party with respect to the project. TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 4

22 9.03 TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION (a) Termination or Suspension Generally If the GPC abandons or, before completion, finally discontinues the project or if for any other reason, the commencement or timely completion of the project by the GPC is rendered improbable, infeasible, impossible, or illegal, the TPOs may, by written notice to the GPC, suspend any or all of its obligations under this Agreement until such time as the event or condition resulting in such suspension has ceased or been corrected, or the TPOs may terminate any or all of its obligations under this Agreement as specified in the body of the Agreement. (b) Action Subsequent to Notice of Termination or Suspension Upon receipt of any final termination notice under this section, the GPC shall proceed promptly to carry out the actions required therein which may include any or all of the following: 1) necessary action to terminate or suspend, as the case may be, program activities and contracts and such other action as may be required or desirable to keep to the minimum the costs upon the basis of which the financing is to be computed; 2) furnish a statement of the status of the project costs as well as a proposed schedule, plan and budget for terminating or suspending and closing out project activities and contracts, and other undertakings the costs of which are otherwise includable as projects costs; and 3) remit to the TPOs such portion of the financing any advance payment previously received as is determined by the TPOs and GPC to be due under the provisions of the Agreement. The closing out shall be carried out in conformity with the latest schedule, plan and budget as approved by the TPOs upon the basis of terms and conditions imposed by the TPOs upon the failure of the GPC to furnish the schedule, plan and budget within a reasonable time AUDIT AND INSPECTION The GPC shall permit the TPOs to inspect all work, payrolls, records of personnel, invoices and other relevant data and records; and to audit the books, records and accounts of the GPC, pertaining to the development of the project. Records of costs incurred under terms of this Agreement shall be maintained and made available upon request to the TPOs NONDISCRIMINATION (a) Compliance with Regulations The GPC shall comply with the Regulations relative to nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the U.S. Department of Transportation (hereinafter, USDOT ) Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 21, as they may be amended from time to time, (hereinafter referred to as the Regulations), which are herein incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement. TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 5

23 (b) Nondiscrimination The GPC, with regard to the work performed during the contract, shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or family status in the selection and retention of subcontractors, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment. The GPC shall not participate either directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by section 21.5 of the Regulations, including employment practices when the contract covers a program set forth in Appendix B of the Regulations. (c) Solicitations for Subcontractors, including Procurements of Materials and Equipment In all solicitations made by the GPC, either by competitive biddings or negotiation for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials or leases of equipment; each potential subcontractor or supplier shall be notified by the GPC of the GPC s obligations under this contract and the Regulations relative to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or family status. (d) Information and Reports The GPC shall provide all information and reports required by the Regulations or directives issued pursuant thereto, and shall permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information and its facilities as may be determined by the Florida Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and/or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with such Regulations, orders and instructions. Where any information required of the GPC is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish this information, the GPC shall so certify to the Florida Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and/or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and shall set forth what efforts it has made to obtain this information. (e) Sanctions for Noncompliance In the event of the GPC s noncompliance with the nondiscrimination provisions of this contract, the Florida Department of Transportation shall impose such contract sanctions as it or the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and/or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration may determine to be appropriate, including, but not limited to: TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 6

24 a. Withholding of payments to the GPC under the contract until the GPC complies, and/or b. Cancellation, termination or suspension of the contract, in whole or in part. (f) Incorporation of Provisions The GPC shall include the provisions of paragraphs (a) through (f) in every subcontract, including procurements of material and leases of equipment, unless exempt by the Regulations, or directives issued pursuant thereto. The GPC shall take such action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as the Florida Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and/or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions including sanctions for noncompliance. In the event the GPC becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a sub-contractor or supplier as a result of such direction, the GPC may request the Florida Department of Transportation to enter into such litigation to protect the interest of the Florida Department of Transportation, and, in addition, the GPC may request the United States to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States ACCURACY OF WORK The GPC shall be responsible for the accuracy of its work and shall promptly make necessary revisions or corrections resulting from errors and omissions on the part of the GPC without additional compensation. Acceptance of the work by the TPOs will not relieve the GPC of the responsibility for subsequent correction of any errors or omissions and the clarification of any ambiguities PROHIBITED INTERESTS No member, officer, or employee of the TPOs or of the member governments during his/her tenure or for one year thereafter shall have any interest, direct or indirect, in this contract or the proceeds thereof GOVERNING LAW This Agreement shall be governed by, and be construed in accordance with, the codified and common laws of the State of Florida INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR The GPC shall be an independent contractor, and shall not hold itself or its employees out as employees of the TPOs INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION The GPC shall not commence work on this contract until it has obtained all insurance required under this paragraph and such insurance has been approved by the TPOs. The TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 7

25 GPC shall indemnify and save the TPOs harmless from any and all claims, liability, losses, and causes of actions arising out of negligent act, error, or omission of the GPC s professional services under this agreement. The GPC shall pay all claims and losses resulting from the direct performance of the services in connection herewith and shall pay all costs and judgments that may issue thereon. The GPC shall maintain during the term of this Agreement the following insurance: A. Business Automobile Liability Insurance covering all non-owned and hired vehicles with minimum limits of liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence Combined Single Limit for bodily injury and property damage. B. Commercial General Liability Insurance for premises/operations, products/completed operations, contractual liability, and independent contractors with minimum limits of liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence Combined Single Limit for bodily injury and property damage. C. Worker s Compensation Insurance in compliance with Chapter 440, Florida Statutes, as presently written or hereinafter amended. D. Professional Liability Insurance in compliance with Florida Statutes, with minimum limits of $300,000 per occurrence. The GPC shall furnish certificates of insurance to the TPOs prior to commencement of operations, which certificates shall clearly indicate that the GPC has obtained insurance in the type, amount, and classification as required for strict compliance with this section and that no material change or cancellation of this insurance shall be effective without thirty (30) days prior written notice to the TPOs. Compliance with the foregoing requirements shall not relieve the GPC of his liability and obligations under this section or under any other portion of this Agreement. By entering into this Memorandum of Agreement, the TPOs do not waive any of its rights or immunities under section , Florida Statutes, or other Florida laws. This Agreement, consisting of pages one (1) through ten (10), together with the Attachments identified herein, constitutes the entire base Agreement between the TPOs and the GPC, and supersedes all prior written or oral understandings. Specific Task Work Orders shall specify the work to be accomplished, man hours, schedule, and cost for each task included in this Agreement. This Agreement and said Attachments and schedules may only be amended, supplemented, modified, or canceled by a duly executed written instrument. TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 8

26 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we the undersigned, duly authorized representatives of the TPOs and the GPC do hereby enter into this Agreement. FLORIDA-ALABAMA, OKALOOSA-WALTON, AND BAY COUNTY TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS SIGNATURE: Mary Robinson, Transportation Planning Director DATE: WITNESS: ATKINS NORTH AMERICA, INC. SIGNATURE: Rosemary E. Woods, Vice President, Transportation DATE: WITNESS: TPOs & Atkins North America, Inc. Agreement Page 9

27 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE D ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution O-W Supporting the Completion of the Great Northwest Coast Regional Connector ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: TPO Request LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: According to Florida Statutes it is declared to be the public policy of this state and the purpose of [the Florida Greenways and Trails Act] to provide the means and procedures for establishing and expanding a statewide system of greenways and trails which shall be designated as the Florida Greenways and Trails System. The Florida Greenways and Trails (FGT) Foundation supports the Florida Greenways and Trails office and the mission of the programs of FGT by continuing to work towards establishing a statewide system of greenways and trails for recreation, conservation, and alternative transportation. The FGT has a Close the Gaps campaign that is aimed at finding existing trail facilities and seeking ways to connect for better continuity throughout the state. The Great Northwest Coast Connector, a regional trail, would create a long distance trail from Pensacola to Panama City and from Panama City to Tallahassee. W. Dale Allen, Executive Director, Florida Greenways & Trails Foundation, gave a brief presentation at the June TPO meeting. It was requested at the July TPO meeting for TPO staff to bring back a resolution in support of the Great Northwest Coastal Connector. Attached is the following: Resolution O-W RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion for the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W supporting the completion of the Great Northwest Coast Regional Connector. This action is recommended because the TPO has expressed support for trail connectivity throughout the state. Please contact Ms. Jill Lavender, TPO staff, at , Ext. 212 or jill.lavender@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

28 RESOLUTION O-W A RESOLUTION OF THE OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION SUPPORTING THE COMPLETION OF THE GREAT NORTHWEST COAST REGIONAL CONNECTOR WHEREAS, the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the organization designated by the Governor of Florida as being responsible for carrying out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for the Okaloosa- Walton TPO Planning Area; and WHEREAS, the 264 mile Great Northwest Coast Regional Connector (Connector), would create a safe and continuous multi-use path from Pensacola to Tallahassee; and WHEREAS, 60 miles of the Connector is already open to the public or funded for completion; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE OKALOOSA-WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION THAT: The TPO supports the timely completion of the Connector and pledge the cooperation and assistance of the Okaloosa-Walton TPO to aid the Florida Department of Transportation, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Office of Greenways and Trails and other stakeholders in prioritizing, planning and implementing the Connector. Passed and duly adopted by the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization on this 8th day of October OKALOOSA--WALTON TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION BY: James T. Wood, Jr., Chairman ATTEST:

29 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE E TPO AND CAC ONLY SUBJECT: Consideration of Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) Application ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: Citizen Request LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: The Public Participation Process manual requires that an application form for all potential CAC members be completed. This documentation would make information available to the TPO members about potential conflicts of interest and the individuals' qualifications to serve on the committee. The following citizen has requested to participate as a member of the Okaloosa-Walton TPO's CAC: Mr. Joe Secedi Attached is the following: Mr. Joe Secedi s CAC Application RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion to approve Mr. Joe Secedi as a member of the Okaloosa-Walton TPO Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC). This action is recommended because Mr. Secedi meets all qualifications for CAC membership. Please contact Ms. Brandi Whitehurst at , ext. 204 or brandi.whitehurst@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

30 Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Plannin Or anization OWTPO Citizen Application for h{embership Transportation Planning Organizafion (TPO) Advisory Committees Citizens (CAC) Name: Joe Sesedi Organization (i f applicable) Address: 328 Sandii Cay Drive City / StatelZip : ivliramar Beach, Fl. 325 SA Phone (Home/Cell/Business) E-l\{ail : jw-secedi@gmai l. com Race/Ethnicity (optional ) : Clheck the box that applies: X I am applying for Citizen Advisory Committee I am a retuming committee member. IvIy information is still current. (By checking this box there is no need to complete a nei,v application.) iviy reasons for wanting to be involved in this committee arc. To aid and assist with potential plans for the betterment of public safety anci r.velfare of the community, Potential Conllicts of Interest: None (These affiliations do not necessarily prohibit you from being on a committee. This information is only requested to insure that potential comrnittee members do not have a conflict of interest.) Please complete the attached background form or attach a recent resume. (A completed background lbrm or resume must accompany this application.) nformution provided in this doeument becomes u nublic record.

31 SEE A TACHN,IE]\i1" Background Farm {To be used if a resume is not available} Name: Address: CityiStatelZip Phone (IilomelCel l.ibusi ness) : E-h,tai1: Cornrrrunity lnvolvement Work Experience: Education:

32 RESUME What about Joe? JOSEPH W. SECEDI A native of Ohio has lived in Chicago, lllinois for the past 30 years Specialty: 40 years of Custorner Service, entry level to Fortune 500 High Level Management. Owned three private startup companies The father of two now young adults both Purdue Graduates: Daniel Sale Associate, Coldwell Banker, Schwabe Group, Chicagc, ll, and Shari, Marketing Analysis, Annalect, Division of Omnicom Media Group Company, Chicago, tl. Moved to Destin, 2AL0, married High School sweetheart who has been a Destin area resident since Pam has worked for the City of Destin in various capacities for the past 25 years and currently holds the position of head accountant. Our home is on the Gulf side of Miramar Beach just yards from the beach. My parents are 93 years of age living on their own, married 68 years. Both are veterans that served in the US Army and Air force Professiona I Experience Joined Coldwell Banker United Realtors, Destin, Florida as a licensed Sale Associate,2SL4 Member of the Destin Chamber of Commerce and Better Business Bureau Member of National Association of Realtors Member of Emerald Coast Board of Realtors UNITED, REAITORS" Charter member of CB Power House Marketing Group Credentials Professional Property Management Certification Land development lffi Small to large residential and commercial remodeling projects Owned residential, vacation resort homes, college investment properties Emerald Coast Florida Home lnspector assistance experience Ccld""*el! ffi **ker Uniu*rsity:!i: ici llrr+r F)l ;anninr: Tecl-r Tr*ls,;V*r-t*.iiig,,,v;tir ffiuyeis $',:iking witr: Seiisr* lillr*!* f; *:"rcaitct;'t C rjsit t']t* r $ e rvicellv{ i":t'j 3 UU!i\..ir, 1:it!/-r r* jrr^icr f)i-r' LrlI i-flr r ).\ F*rrs;irpiie ii;' L**dft.;,:i*r Ag{i:ri.&

33 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE F ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Project Scoring Criteria ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: TPO Staff LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) was authorized by Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21 st Century (MAP-21) Act, signed into law in July This program combines what were previously the Transportation Enhancement, Recreational Trails, and Safe Routes to Schools programs into one larger program. The TAP provides funding for projects that further develop transportation infrastructure for non-auto modes of transportation, including on-and-off road pedestrian and bicycle facilities, bicycle and pedestrian connections to transit facilities, community improvement activities, and environmental mitigation activities, recreational trail program projects, safe routes to school projects, and various other projects also qualify. On June 10 th, 2013, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) released the Transportation Alternatives Program Guidance to assist MPOs and State DOTs with implementation of the program. Based on this guidance, TPO staff drafted project scoring criteria to be applied to projects within the Okaloosa-Walton TPO boundaries. The criteria aim to rank current and future projects based on safety, connectivity, public support, and other factors. On October 1 st, 2015, the Okaloosa-Walton TPO hosted a workshop for reviewing and updating the scoring criteria for the TAP applications from the Okaloosa-Walton TPO. The recommended project scoring criteria can be found online: ftp://ftp.wfrpc.org/ow_tap/project_scoring Additional TAP information can be found at: RECOMMENDED ACTION: This item is for review and comment in October. Please contact Ms. Jenny Cook, AICP, TPO staff, at , Ext. 214 or jenny.cook@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

34 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE G ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: 2040 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Kick-off ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Task C.2: Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) and 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan Scope of Services LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: The TPO updates the Long Range Transportation Plan every 5 years. The current Long Range Transportation Plan was adopted on March 15, Therefore, the 2040 LRTP must be adopted by March 15, The 2040 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Long Range Transportation Plan Scope of Services was approved by the TPO on April 16, The tasks identified in the Long Range Transportation Plan Scope of Services are listed below. Public Involvement Congestion Management Process Plan Goals and Objectives Evaluation Criteria Financial Resources Year 2040 Transportation Needs Plan Year 2040 Cost Feasible Plan Summary and Final Reports The project schedule is as follows: Okaloosa-Walton TPO 2040 LRTP Update Proposed Schedule Activity Approved Scope of Services April Consultant Notice To Proceed July September- Congestion Management Plan December January November Goals and Objectives December January April Public Workshop #1 February/March Evaluation Criteria February June Financial Resources January April Public Workshop #2 April/May Needs Plan Development February-July Public Workshop #3 August Cost Feasible Plan Development August December January-February Documentation Continuous This schedule is subject to change Mr. Wiley Page of Atkins North America, Inc. will present a PowerPoint at this meeting to kick-off the 2040 Okaloosa-Walton TPO LRTP. Following the LRTP kick-off, the Steering Committee will begin meetings for the purpose of providing direction and oversight for the development of the 2040 LRTP. The Steering Committee is made up of members of the

35 Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) and the Technical Coordination Committee (TCC). The Steering Committee will meet often (in some cases once a month) to review elements of the LRTP and provide direction to the consultant and TPO staff. The Steering Committee will be most active during the development of the Needs and Cost Feasible Plan elements of the LRTP. They will also assist in the development/refinement of the Goals and Objectives and the project evaluation criteria. The following Steering Committee members were appointed at the July TPO and advisory committee meetings: Steve Czonstka, CAC Dean Covey, CAC Douglass Bacon, CAC Jeff Fanto, TCC, Eglin Air Force Base Latilda Hughes-Neel, TCC, City of Freeport Jason Autrey, TCC, Okaloosa County Van Fuller, TCC, Mid-Bay Bridge Authority David Campbell, TCC, City of Destin The first two Steering Committee meeting dates, times, and locations have been determined: Thursday, December 3, 2015, 10:00 A.M. at the Destin City Hall Annex Wednesday, January 6, 2016, 10:00 A.M. at the Destin City Hall Annex TPO staff will work with Steering Committee members to establish a standard meeting date and time for subsequent meetings. RECOMMENDED ACTION: This item is for information only. Please contact Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff, at , Ext. 245 or Kate.Daniel@wfrpc.org, if additional information is needed.

36 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE H ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Transportation Project Process from Concept to Completion ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: TPO Chairman LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: TPO staff has received a request from Councilman Jim Wood, TPO chairman, for a presentation of how a transportation project goes from concept to completion. This presentation will also include information about funding opportunities for projects. Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff, will present an overview of the transportation project process. RECOMMENDED ACTION: This item is for information only. Please contact Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff, at , Ext. 245 or Kate.Daniel@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

37 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE I ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Overview of the Changes to the Mid-Bay Bridge Authority Toll Schedule ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: TPO Chairman LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: Mr. Van Fuller will be providing an update on the background, process, and outcome of the changes to the toll schedule for the Mid-Bay Bridge Authority. RECOMMENDED ACTION: This item is for information only. For more information please contact Ms. Jill Lavender, TPO staff, at , Ext. 212 or jill.lavender@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

38 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE J ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Review of Regional Transit Authority Feasibility Study ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: TPO Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Task C.6: Public Transportation Planning LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: The Regional Transit Authority Feasibility Study originated with Escambia County and Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT) and is in the Florida-Alabama TPO s FY 2015 UPWP. The Florida- Alabama TPO issued a notice to proceed in December of This program is being shared so that Okaloosa-Walton TPO is aware of its neighboring TPO s efforts. Mr. Rob Mahan, TPO staff, will present an overview of progress made on the Regional Transit Authority Feasibility Study. RECOMMENDED ACTION: This item is for information only. Please contact Mr. Rob Mahan at , Ext. 216 or rob.mahan@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

39 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: SUBJECT: Transportation Empowerment Act ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: CAC Chairman LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None ENCLOSURE K TPO ONLY BACKGROUND: TPO staff has received a request from Mr. Steve Czonstka, CAC chairman, for discussion of the Transportation Empowerment Act (TEA), which is being considered as an alternative to the Federal Highway Trust Fund, established in 1956 as part of the Federal Aid Highway Act. TEA supporters say it would return responsibility and revenue for transportation funding back to the states, placing infrastructure funding on a sound long-term footing. Mr. Czonstka will provide a presentation on TEA at the TPO meeting. Attached is the following: correspondence Steve Czonstka, CAC Chairman RECOMMENDED ACTION: This item is for information only. Please contact Ms. Jill Lavender, TPO staff, at (850) , Ext. 212 or jill.lavender@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

40 From: Steven Czonstka Sent: Tuesday, June 16, :33 PM To: Youpatoff, Brian Cc: Washnock, Mary Beth Subject: Transportation Empowerment Act This is the type of item we need to discuss at the TPO CAC. How can I get this on the agenda for a future meeting? Steven Czonstka 4554 Redbud Trail Niceville, FL Cell czonstka@cox.net KXonjHpfsX57uwsWKC1lMI%2F0ER3fOvrPUfGjI4FRMtlI%2BSLDwEYGJlv6SgFQrLBMa1 ozrgowxu%3d#brief Transportation Issue Description Sentinel Brief FAQ Links HERITAGE ACTION SENTINEL BRIEF: Status of Federal Highway Legislation Status: The federal government is responsible for 40 percent of national spending on surface transportation projects (highways and mass transit specifically). The account for that funding is called the Highway Trust Fund (HTF). Congress is expected to produce legislation that bails out the HTF and extends the federal highway program for anywhere from a few months to several years. As a result of a recent short-term extension, on July 31st the legal authority for the HTF to distribute federal funds will expire. The Department of Transportation has also forecast that the amount of money in the HTF will drop below a critical level on that same date, July 31st. The fact that HTF outlays have exceeded expenses since 2001 is ironclad evidence that federal surface transportation spending is out of control and inefficient. The next two months leading up to the deadline promise a spirited

41 debate over the shape of a potential reform. The Transportation Empowerment Act (TEA) would return responsibility and revenue for transportation funding back to the states, placing infrastructure funding on a sound long-term footing. Background: A major federal role in highway construction began with the 1956 Federal Aid Highway Act. This law also created the HTF. Modeled on the Social Security Trust Fund, the HTF was envisioned as a pay-as-you-go fund. Revenue would come in, and that money would be earmarked specifically for highway construction. The primary source for that revenue was and remains the federal gasoline tax, which at the time was 4.3 cents per gallon. Today the tax stands at 18.3 cents per gallon. The Federal Highway System was completed decades ago, but Congress, accustomed to federal transportation spending, elected to continue the operation of the HTF and the taxes that supported it. In this same period, Congress also created the Mass Transit Account, diverting around 17 percent of gasoline tax revenue to fund mass transit projects. A Broken Fund: Today, the HTF is insolvent, and will run out of money this July. More fuel efficient cars and wasteful diversions necessitate periodic transfers of federal money from the general fund into the HTF to cover obligations. This fiscal year s transfer is estimated to be around $13 billion. Since 2008, more than $54 billion in bailouts have gone into the fund. Future shortfalls are growing astronomically, totaling $167 billion over the next decade. In the past, present and future, funding methods for the HTF have proven deeply ineffective. Wasteful Diversions: The gap between revenue and outlays in the HTF is mostly self-inflicted, the result of a congressional infatuation with mass transit and pork-barrel spending. According to the Heritage Foundation, 25 percent of all gasoline tax dollars paid into the HTF are used for a purpose other than highways. Mass transit spending is ineffective. According to the Brookings Institution, the average American commute is 25 minutes. The average transit trip is 47 minutes. As a result, rational commuters have chosen not to use mass transit. Spending on transit has climbed, and the American population has increased dramatically, but transit ridership has grown little. Traffic congestion has increased as well. Americans spend almost a workweek every year (38 hours) sitting in traffic. The evidence is clear that the 30-year experiment diverting funds originally marked for a successful transportation medium (highways) towards an unsuccessful one (transit) has failed. There are other diversions from the HTF. The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) allows funding for bike paths, museums, and highway

42 beautification. Last year, the federal government spent almost $900 million on TAP. The Congestion Air Quality Mitigation Program, a program intended to help states reduce pollution, cost $2.2 billion in 2014 and has had little effect on air quality. Unequal Treatment of States: The HTF has long allocated funds based on which states possessed the most political clout rather than on the basis of true highway needs. Transit money goes disproportionately to six cities: Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., New York, San Francisco, Boston, and Chicago. 28 states pay a larger proportion of the gasoline tax revenue than the proportion of federal highway spending that they receive. Northeastern states with large union presences get a bigger percentage of HTF revenue, while fast-growing southern states are left with more limited amounts. Transportation Empowerment Act (TEA): TEA is the main conservative solution to the current system. It would reduce the federal gasoline tax in increments over a five-year period, down to 3.7 cents per gallon. Over that time frame, remaining revenue from the gas tax and other user fees would be block-granted to the states. At the end of the five-year period, state governments would become responsible for their own transportation planning and financing. States have unique transportation needs that should be met at the discretion of state officials, not distant federal lawmakers. Under TEA, wasteful diversions would be eliminated, ensuring that highway dollars fund highways. If states wish to fund transit projects with their highway dollars they are welcome to do so. The federal government would retain a small role in maintaining connections between state transportation networks. Bad Solutions: Some have suggested other policies to reform the HTF. Repatriation is a budgetary maneuver where the corporate tax rate is temporarily lowered. Companies keep large amounts of money offshore as a result of astronomical American corporate taxes. As a result of the temporary reduction, corporations will bring those monies back to the U.S. mainland, creating a short-term tax windfall. The money from the windfall will then be used to fund a massive new highway bill. The problem of HTF insolvency would then reoccur in the long-term, and the billions of dollars in wasteful diversions would continue. Other suggested options are a short-term (yearlong) highway bill that would last until Christmas of this year. Supporters claim that this would allow time to consider a longer-term bill. Conservatives should oppose this course, as it simply continues the process of bailing out a broken system. The same is true for any other long-term highway bill that extends the HTF s present structure without fundamental reforms.

43 Call to Action: Sentinels are urged to contact their member of Congress and encourage him or her to oppose the coming $13 billion bailout of the HFT and to support the Transportation Empowerment Act.

44 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: SUBJECT: Announcement of PJ Adams Public Meeting ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: Okaloosa County LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None ENCLOSURE L ALL COMMITTEES BACKGROUND: Okaloosa County will hold a public meeting for the P.J. Adams Parkway project between State Road 85 and Interstate 10 (length of 2.5 miles). The purpose of the meeting is to review project plans currently under preparation to widen the roadway from two to four lanes, including roadway and stormwater pond right-ofway and noise walls. The meeting will be held Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at Crosspoint Church, 2250 P.J. Adams Parkway, Crestview, FL from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be an open house format. Okaloosa County and consultant staff will be available to explain the project at display boards. There will not be a formal presentation. RECOMMENDED ACTION: This is for information only. Please contact Mr. Cory Wilkinson at cory.wilkinson@hdrinc.com or if additional information is needed.

45 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: October 8, 2015 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE M ALL COMMITTEES SUBJECT: Information Items (No Presentation Necessary) ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: TPO Staff LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None Attached are the following information items: 2015 TPO Meeting Schedule Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes (July 2015) from FDOT Regarding Gap Creek Bridge and Other Local Projects Correspondence to FDOT District 3 Regarding Administrative Amendments to the FY TIP from FDOT Regarding the Status of Highway 98 Left Turn Signage at Silver Sands Mall in South Walton County Coalition Against Big Trucks Information Florida Association of Counties Transportation Spending Report: RECOMMENDED ACTION: This item is for information only. For more information please contact Ms. Jill Lavender, TPO staff, at , Ext. 212 or jill.lavender@wfrpc.org if additional information is needed.

46 2015 Meeting Schedule Public meetings of the Okaloosa-Walton Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) as well as the TPO s Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) and Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) are rotated between Destin, Freeport and Niceville. See maps and addresses below. Thursday, February 19th in Niceville Citizens Advisory Committee 9:30 a.m. Technical Coordinating Committee 1:30 p.m. Transportation Planning Organization 3 p.m. Thursday, April 16th in Freeport Citizens Advisory Committee 9:30 a.m. Technical Coordinating Committee 1:30 p.m. Transportation Planning Organization 3 p.m. Thursday, June 18th in Niceville Citizens Advisory Committee 9:30 a.m. Technical Coordinating Committee 1:30 p.m. Transportation Planning Organization 3 p.m. Thursday, July 16th in Niceville Citizens Advisory Committee 9:30 a.m. Technical Coordinating Committee 1:30 p.m. Transportation Planning Organization 3 p.m. Thursday, October 8th in Destin Citizens Advisory Committee 9:30 a.m. Technical Coordinating Committee 1:30 p.m. Transportation Planning Organization 3 p.m. This meeting schedule is subject to change. Please visit for agendas and updates. If you have any questions, please Mary Beth Washnock at marybeth.washnock@wfrpc.org The TPO is staffed by the West Florida Regional Planning Council, a not-for-profit organization providing professional planning, coordinating and advisory services to local governments, state and federal agencies to preserve and enhance quality of life in northwest Florida. For more information, visit Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability or family status. Reasonable accommodation will be made for access to meetings in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Brandi Whitehurst, , x204 or brandi. whitehurst@wfrpc.org, for assistance. Por favor a la Sr. Dan Deanda, de los requistos de acceso o el idioma en el x 227 o para TTY-Florida al menos 48 horas de antelacion. Destin City Hall Annex 4100 Indian Bayou Trail Destin, Florida Freeport City Hall 112 Florida 20 Freeport, Florida Niceville Community Center 204 North Partin Drive Niceville, Florida West Florida Regional Planning Council 4081 East Olive Road, Suite A, Pensacola, FL 32514

47 OKALOOSA-WALTON TECHNICAL COORDINATING COMMITTEE (TCC) MEETING MINUTES WEST FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL (Designated staff) NICEVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER 204 NORTH PARTIN DRIVE, NICEVILLE, FLORIDA July 16, 2015 MEMBERS ATTENDING: Latilda Hughes-Neel, Chair Jeff Fanto Eric Davis Hank Woollard Jeff Morgan Jason Autrey Randy Showers OTHERS ATTENDING: Christy Johnson Bryant Paulk Jim Wood Van Fuller David Haight Kate Daniel Gary Kramer Renee Quick Kathy Scott Mary Robinson Dottie Turner Mary Beth Washnock Brian Youpatoff City of Freeport Eglin A.F.B. City of Crestview City of Destin Okaloosa County Sheriff s Department Okaloosa County Okaloosa County Florida Department of Transportation Florida Department of Transportation City of Destin Mid-Bay Bridge Authority Atkins TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff A. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE Chairwoman Hughes-Neel called the meeting to order at 1:32 p.m. B. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairwoman Hughes-Neel asked if there were any items to add to the agenda. There was one add-on item: Resolution O-W Encouraging the Approach Used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (US Senate Bill 1626) Included in Future House-Senate Negotiations. Mr. Jeff Morgan moved to approve the add-on item. Mr. Hank Woollard seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. C. PUBLIC FORUM Chairwoman Hughes-Neel called for speakers from the public. There being no speakers the public forum was closed. D. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of June 18, 2015 Meeting Minutes Chairwoman Hughes-Neel noted the spelling of her name needs to be corrected in the June 18, 2015 minutes and for future reference.

48 OKALOOSA-WALTON TCC MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2015 Page 2 of 3 Mr. Jeff Fanto moved to approve the consent agenda including the corrected June 18, 2015 meeting minutes; Mr. Eric Davis seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. E. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Consideration of Resolution O-W Adopting the Okaloosa-Walton FY FY 2021 Project Priorities Presented by Mr. Gary Kramer, TPO staff. Mr. Kramer provided a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the details of how a project is developed. This presentation included the background and methodology used for development. Mr. Kramer offered an opportunity for questions, answers and comments. There were none. Ms. Mary Beth Washnock advised the TCC that the CAC recommended this item. Mr. Eric Davis moved to recommend that the TPO authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W adopting the Okaloosa-Walton FY FY 2021 Project Priorities. Mr. Jeff Morgan seconded, and the motion carried unanimously. 2. Appointment of Steering Committee Members for the 2040 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Presented by Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff. Ms. Daniel provided an overview of the appointment of steering committee members and advised that a plan must be adopted by March A discussion ensued regarding the frequency and location of meetings. Mr. Jeff Morgan moved to recommend that the TPO authorize the TPO chairman to approve the nominations of Mr. Jeff Fanto, Mr. Van Fuller, Chairwoman Hughes-Neel, Mr. Jason Autrey, Mr. Eric Davis, and Mr. David Campbell to serve on the 2040 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) steering committee. Mr. Hank Woollard seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. 3. Consideration of Resolution O-W Encouraging the Approach Used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (S. 1626) is Included in Future House-Senate Negotiations. Presented by Ms. Mary Robinson, TPO staff. Ms. Robinson provided a synopsis of the passenger rail service in relation to Resolution O-W A discussion ensued regarding cost factors and subsidy increases. Ms. Mary Beth Washnock advised the TCC that the CAC recommended that the TPO authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W Mr. Eric Davis moved to recommend that the TPO authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W encouraging the approach used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (S. 1626) be included in future House-Senate negotiations. Mr. Hank Woollard seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. F. FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) UPDATE Presented by Mr. Bryant Paulk, FDOT. Mr. Paulk provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding upcoming design projects in construction FY 18 which are focusing on resurfacing and right turn

49 OKALOOSA-WALTON TCC MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2015 Page 3 of 3 lanes. He also reviewed letting projects in FY 12 FY 15 which include landscaping projects. A discussion ensued regarding who should be contacted on the scope of these projects. Mr. Paulk stated there is a public hearing on 10/6/15 regarding a draft of the FDOT FY Work Program. G. REVIEW 1. Progress Report on Implementation of the Regional Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Plan, Adopted in 2010 Presented by Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff. Ms. Daniel provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding what Intelligent Transportation Systems are and their importance. She stated that a regional loop of ITS is being developed in the area utilizing fiber optics. Ms. Daniel displayed a map of the prospective geographical area for this dedicated fiber optic ring. A discussion ensued regarding how FDOT plans integrate with the Regional Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Plan, Adopted in Review of Regional Transit Authority Feasibility Study Presented by Mr. Rob Mahan, TPO staff. Mr. Mahan provided information regarding the feasibility of a Rural Transit Authority as opposed to separate transit systems in Northwest Florida. Mr. Mahan stated that currently Northwest Florida utilizes Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT), Okaloosa County Transit, and Bay Town Trolley. On August 12, 2015 a panel from these three entities will be meeting to discuss the transit systems and associated issues. Mr. Mahan provided an opportunity for questions; there were none. H. INFORMATION ITEMS 2015 TPO Meeting Schedule Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes (June 2015) Corridor Management Plan Update FDOT Joint Certification Package FTP/SIS Regional Workshops Flyer from Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (AMPO) from National Association of Regional Councils (NARC) Correspondence to FDOT District 3 Regarding TIP Administrative Amendments I. OTHER BUSINESS None. J. ADJOURN There being no other business the meeting adjourned.

50 OKALOOSA-WALTON CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CAC) MEETING MINUTES WEST FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL (Designated staff) NICEVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER 204 NORTH PARTIN DRIVE, NICEVILLE, FLORIDA July 16, 2015 MEMBERS ATTENDING: Steve Czonstka, Chairman Bell Readdy Dean Covey Charlene Greenwald Douglass Bacon Landrum Edwards Tim Midgette OTHERS ATTENDING: Jim Wood Randy Showers Christy Johnson Bryant Paulk David Haight Kate Daniel Gary Kramer Mary Robinson Dottie Turner Mary Beth Washnock Brian Youpatoff Bluewater Bay Bluewater Bay Ft. Walton Beach Ft. Walton Beach City of Niceville City of Crestview Santa Rosa Beach City of Destin Okaloosa County Florida Department of Transportation Florida Department of Transportation Atkins TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff A. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE Chairman Czonstka called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. B. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairman Czonstka asked if there were any items to add to the agenda. There was one add-on item: Resolution OW Encouraging the Approach Used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (US Senate Bill 1626) Included in Future House-Senate Negotiations. Mr. Douglass Bacon moved to approve the add-on item to the CAC agenda. Mr. Dean Covey seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. C. PUBLIC FORUM Chairman Czonstka called for speakers from the public. forum was closed. There being no speakers the public D. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. Approval of June 18, 2015 Meeting Minutes Mr. Douglass Bacon moved to approve the June 18, 2015 meeting minutes. Mr. Dean Covey seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.

51 OKALOOSA-WALTON CAC MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2015 Page 2 of 4 E. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Consideration of Resolution O-W Adopting the Okaloosa-Walton FY FY 2021 Project Priorities Presented by Mr. Gary Kramer, TPO staff. Mr. Kramer provided a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the details of how a project is developed. This presentation included the background and methodology used for development. Mr. Kramer offered an opportunity for questions, answers and comments. There were none. Mr. Bill Readdy moved to recommend that the TPO authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W adopting the Okaloosa-Walton FY FY 2021 Project Priorities. Mr. Douglass Bacon seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously. 2. Appointment of Steering Committee Members for the 2040 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Presented by Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff. Ms. Daniel provided an overview of the appointment of steering committee members and advised that a plan must be adopted by March A discussion ensued regarding the frequency and location of meetings. Mr. Dean Covey, Mr. Douglass Bacon and Mr. Steven Czonstka volunteered to participate on the steering committee. Ms. Charlene Greenwald moved to recommend that the TPO approve Mr. Dean Covey, Mr. Douglass Bacon and Mr. Steven Czonstka as members of the LRTP steering committee. Mr. Bill Readdy seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. 3. Selection of One Citizens Advisory Committee Member to Attend the 3 rd Annual Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium and Authorization to Provide Registration and Travel Expenses Presented by Ms. Mary Beth Washnock, TPO staff. Ms. Washnock provided information regarding the Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium and procedures for registration and travel expenditures. Mr. Steve Czonstka was nominated as the representative of the CAC to attend the Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium and Mr. Dean Covey was nominated to serve as alternate in case Mr. Czonstka is unable to attend. Ms. Charlene Greenwald moved to recommend that the TPO approve Mr. Steve Czonstka as the CAC member to attend the 3 rd Annual Emerald Coast Transportation Symposium and Mr. Dean Covey as his alternate. Mr. Bill Readdy seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 4. Consideration of Resolution O-W Encouraging the Approach Used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (S. 1626) is Included in Future House-Senate Negotiations Presented by Ms. Mary Robinson. Ms. Robinson provided a synopsis of the passenger rail service in relation to Resolution O-W A discussion ensued regarding cost factors and

52 OKALOOSA-WALTON CAC MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2015 Page 3 of 4 subsidy increases. Mr. Tim Midgette moved to recommend that the TPO authorize the TPO chairman to sign Resolution O-W encouraging the approach used in the Railroad Reform, Enhancement, and Efficiency Act (S. 1626) be included in future House-Senate negotiations. Mr. Bill Readdy seconded the motion. The motion passed; Ms. Charlene Greenwald dissented. F. FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) UPDATE Presentation by Mr. Bryant Paulk. Mr. Paulk provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding upcoming design projects in construction FY 18 which are focusing on resurfacing and right turn lanes. He also reviewed letting projects in FY 12 FY 15 which include landscaping projects. A discussion ensued regarding timeliness of projects. Mr. Paulk stated there is a public hearing on 10/6/15 regarding a draft of the FDOT FY program. G. REVIEW 1. Progress Report on Implementation of the Regional Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Plan, Adopted in 2010 Presented by Ms. Kate Daniel, TPO staff. Ms. Daniel provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding what Intelligent Transportation Systems are and their importance. She stated that a regional loop of ITS are being developed in our area utilizing fiber optics. Ms. Daniel displayed a map of the prospective geographical area for this dedicated fiber optic ring. She provided an opportunity for questions and suggested improvements. There were none. 2. Review of Regional Transit Authority Feasibility Study Presented by Mr. Rob Mahan, TPO staff. Mr. Mahan provided information regarding the feasibility of a Rural Transit Authority as opposed to separate transit systems in Northwest Florida. Mr. Mahan stated that currently Northwest Florida utilizes Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT), Okaloosa County Transit, and Bay Town Trolley. On August 12, 2015 a panel from these three entities will be meeting to discuss the transit systems and associated issues. A discussion ensued related to the topic of funding as transit agencies are not self-sufficient and are funded by taxes. 3. Transportation Empowerment Act Presented by Mr. Steve Czonstka. Mr. Czonstka provided information about the Transportation Empowerment Act and specifically discussed the associated gas tax and how the gas tax funds are allocated. Mr. Czonstka elaborated on a proposal called the Transportation Enhancement Tax Act which would transition collection of taxes from the states and not the federal government. Mr. Czonstka provided an opportunity for questions and commentary; there were none. H. INFORMATION ITEMS (No Presentations) 2015 TPO Meeting Schedule Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes (June 2015) Corridor Management Plan Update FDOT Joint Certification Package FTP/SIS Regional Workshops Flyer

53 OKALOOSA-WALTON CAC MEETING MINUTES July 16, 2015 Page 4 of 4 from Association of Metropolitan Planning Organization (AMPO) from national Association of Regional Councils (NARC) Correspondence to FDOT District 3 Regarding TIP Administrative Amendments I. OTHER BUSINESS None. J. ADJOURN Councilman Morgan moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilman Blocker seconded the motion; it carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 3:55 p.m.

54 From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Paulk, Bryant Youpatoff, Brian Washnock, Mary Beth; Robinson, Mary; Kramer, Gary; Daniel, Kate; Johnson, Christy RE: Gap Creek bridge completion Monday, August 10, :11:39 PM Brian, the following are updates to Councilman Rynearson's questions. Gap Creek Bridge Replacement Project: Anticipated completion late September 2015 SR 189 from SR 188 Roberts Blvd - Resurfacing anticipated completions late August 2015 We do not have any construction projects in the near term for FWB, but the following projects will start design this fiscal year: SR 189 Beal Pkwy from Manring Drive to SR188 Racetrack Rd - resurfacing SR 189 Beal Carmel Dr / Clifford St - turn lane construction (SB right turn lane on SR189 & WB left turn lane on Clifford) These two projects will be let to construction together in state fiscal year Bryant T. Paulk, AICP Urban Planning Manager Office (850) Cell (850) Bryant.Paulk@dot.state.fl.us -----Original Message----- From: Youpatoff, Brian [mailto:brian.youpatoff@wfrpc.org] Sent: Monday, August 10, :20 AM To: Paulk, Bryant Cc: Washnock, Mary Beth; Robinson, Mary; Kramer, Gary; Daniel, Kate; Johnson, Christy Subject: RE: Gap Creek bridge completion Bryant, Please see the below from Councilman Rynearson. Do you have the information he is seeking? Respectfully, Brian Youpatoff Transportation Planner West Florida Regional Planning Council 4081 E. Olive Road,Suite A, Pensacola, FL P.O. Box 11399, Pensacola, FL Phone: ext. 224 Fax: Original Message----- From: Dick Rynearson [mailto:drynearson@fwb.org] Sent: Friday, August 07, :00 PM To: Youpatoff, Brian Subject: Gap Creek bridge completion

55 Hi Brian, I need a favor, please. Can you give me an update on the anticipated completion date for the Gap Creek bridge replacement project in Ft Walton Beach? I have a city council meeting on Monday night and have been asked to provide that info. Also of interest is the repaving project in the vicinity of Beal and Racetrack. They are doing that work at night and it seems to be going extremely well. Do they have a completion date penciled in yet? Last question - are there any other near term projects that will be of interest to the citizens of Ft Walton? I should already know the answers to these questions, but I have been out of town for the majority of the summer and I also missed our last TPO meeting. Thanks in advance for your help. Dick Rynearson

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67 From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Jim Wood Joe Preston; Robinson, Mary; Washnock, Mary Beth; Youpatoff, Brian; Midgette, Tim Paulk, Bryant FW: Status of Highway 98/Scenic 98 (left turn) at Silver Sands Mall in South Walton County Wednesday, September 02, :22:55 AM ALCON, I had asked for a FDOT review of the left turn lane and signage associated with the turn from Highway 98 to Scenic 98 at Silver Sands Mall in the guise of a "push button" project. See comments below from O/W TPO FDOT Liaison Bryant Paulk on each issue. Unfortunately, little can be done on each issue for multiple reasons. The Highway 98-6 lane project that will be let in Aug 2016 seems to be the vehicle for change. For those of you who live and work in the area, feel free to call Brian Pettis at to possibly provide some specific input on current sign location changes. Barring some specific, actionable request, My involvement in this matter is closed. Thanks, Jim James T. (Jim) Wood Jr. Member, Destin City Council Vice Chairman, Northwest Florida Regional Transportation Planning Organization Chairman, Okaloosa/Walton Transportation Planning Organization Vice Chairman, Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council (MPOAC) Home (850) / (Cell) (850) jwood@cityofdestin.com Please Note: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from the City of Destin officials are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your address and communications may therefore be subject to public disclosure. From: Paulk, Bryant [Bryant.Paulk@dot.state.fl.us] Sent: Wednesday, September 02, :22 AM To: Jim Wood Cc: Rey Bailey Subject: RE: Status of Highway 98/Scenic 98 (left turn) at Silver Sands Mall in South Walton County Councilman Wood, I have discussed the signage options with our District Traffic Operations staff. They have indicated the "trailblazing" signage for the outlet mall intersections have been placed as far in advance of the facility as possible. However, if you or City staff have some recommendations of relocating existing signage so it may be better seen by the traveling public the Traffic Operations staff would be glad to discuss this with you. Nobody knows their respective locations like the locals and sometimes we, as the DOT, can miss some things. I have provided the staff person's name and contact information I spoke with on this issue below. He indicated he would be glad to discuss this with you further. Brian Pettis Bryant T. Paulk, AICP Urban Planning Manager Office (850) Cell (850) Bryant.Paulk@dot.state.fl.us -----Original Message-----

68 From: Jim Wood Sent: Monday, August 31, :26 AM To: Paulk, Bryant Subject: Re: Status of Highway 98/Scenic 98 (left turn) at Silver Sands Mall in South Walton County Thanks, Signage will help. Understand the rest. Jim Wood Sent from my iphone > On Aug 31, 2015, at 7:21 AM, "Paulk, Bryant" wrote: > > Councilman Wood, after discussing the issue with District Staff, the turn lane is unable to be extended due to the west bound left turn that services the CVS shopping area. Any access management changes that close median openings would require a public notice and comment period that would carry us into the construction of the multi-lane project. Currently the multi-lane project is scheduled to Let in August > > I apologize, I missed the request to look at additional signage at that location. I will contact our Traffic Operations Office this morning and give you an update ASAP! > > Bryant T. Paulk, AICP > Urban Planning Manager > Office (850) > Cell (850) > Bryant.Paulk@dot.state.fl.us > > -----Original Message----- > From: Jim Wood [mailto:jwood@cityofdestin.com] > Sent: Friday, August 28, :30 AM > To: Paulk, Bryant > Cc: Robinson, Mary; Washnock, Mary Beth; Youpatoff, Brian > Subject: Status of Highway 98/Scenic 98 (left turn) at Silver Sands Mall in South Walton County > > Bryant, Need a current status on a project I requested for review some time ago: "Push-button" review of the above referenced left turn in south Walton county. I believe the last time we ed the intersection had been analyzed and the plan was to use in-house maintenance assets to possibly lengthen the turn lane and provide additional signage warning of the impending left turn lane to provide motorists more time to change lanes, both items making the intersection safer and easier to manage for motorists. Is this still a "go" and when might some activity begin? > > Met with WCSO yesterday to encourage them to participate on the TCC and discussed my desires for this intersection and would like to deliver results. Any thing you can provide would be helpful. > > Thanks, > Jim > > James T. (Jim) Wood Jr. > > Member, Destin City Council > Vice Chairman, Northwest Florida Regional Transportation Planning Organization Chairman, Okaloosa/Walton Transportation Planning Organization Vice Chairman, Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council (MPOAC) Home (850) / (Cell) (850) > jwood@cityofdestin.com<mailto:jwood@cityofdestin.com> > > > "Please Note: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from the City of Destin officials are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your address and communications may therefore be subject to public disclosure."

69 > > > > "Please Note: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from the City of Destin officials are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your address and communications may therefore be subject to public disclosure." Please Note: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from the City of Destin officials are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your address and communications may therefore be subject to public disclosure. Please Note: Florida has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from the City of Destin officials are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your address and communications may therefore be subject to public disclosure.

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