PASCO COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION CITIZENS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

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1 PASCO COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION CITIZENS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6,2013.9:30 A.M. Pasco Economic Development Council Pointe Village Drive, Suite 101 Lu~z, FL AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER AND INTRODUCTIONS II. PUBLIC INPUT Citizen input/comments to the CAC are invited on items or issues not scheduled on today's agenda. Ill. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Approval of Minutes - January 9, 2013 CAC Meeting IV. REPORT ON MPO BOARD ACTONS - SPECIAL MEETING OF MARCH 5,2013 V. ACTION ITEMS A. Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment FY through FY VI. STATUS REPORTS / PRESENTATIONS A. Proposed LRTP Amendment - lnitiation of Public Comment Period - Ossie Murphy Underpass and Local Connector Roadways B. Project lnitiation - Update of the MPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) VII. CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PLAN (CMPI A. CMP Update - State of the System Report B. CMP Project Update VIII. PASCO COUNTY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION (PCPT) - UPDATE ON CURRENT ACTIVITIES IX. OTHER BUSINESS - MEETINGS HELD 1 SCHEDULED / ITEMS OF NOTE A. West Central Florida Chairs Coordinating Committee (CCC) Meeting Announcements - JCAC - March 5, CCC - March 15,201 3 hosted by SarasotaJManatee MPO X. PUBLIC COMMENTS - COMMllTEE MEMBER ROUNDTABLE XI. ADJOURNMENT "In accordance with Tile VI of the Civil Rights Act of I964 and other nondiscn'mination laws, public parficipation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, familial, or income status. It is a for the MPO that all citizens of Pasco County are given the opportunity to participate in the transpodation planning process including low-income individuals, the eldetiy persons with disabilities, and persons with limited English proficiency. You may contact the MPO's TiHe VI Specialist at (727) if you have any discrimination complaints".

2 CAC AGENDA ITEM Ill APPROVAL OF MINUTES -JANUARY 9,2013 MEETING ATTACHMENTS: Summary Meeting Minutes ACTION: CAC Approval of Minutes

3 METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION CITIZENS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9,2013,9:30 A.M. WEST PASCO GOVERNMENT CENTER THIRD FLOOR, CONFERENCE ROOM A 8731 CITIZENS DRIVE NEW PORT RICHEY, FL Teleconference No. (800) , Ext CALL TO ORDER AND INTRODUCTIONS Chairman Odom called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Introductions were made. MEETING ATTENDEES: Citizens1 Advisory Committee (CAC) Members and Alternates: Pete Odom Francisco Maldonado Ronald Hubbs Christie Zimmer William Zbikowski Jeff Cannon Peter Hanzel Lee Henley Carol Kinnard David West Pasco Countv Members: James H. Edwards (Pasco County Metropolitan Planning Organization [MPO]) Manny Lajmiri, Senior Planner (MPO) Mabel Risner (MPO) Mike Carroll (Pasco County Public Transportation) Visitors: Paulette Zbikowski Richard Tillery, AICP (Reynolds, Smith and Hills [RSH]) Teleconference: Linda Stachewicz (Florida Department of Transportation [FDOT]) II. PUBLIC INPUT ON AGENDA ITEMS Citizen input/comments to the CAC are invited on items or issues not scheduled on today's agenda. No one spoke. Ill. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER Chairman Odom asked the CAC members if they had any questions, comments, or corrections on the minutes of the December 5, 2012, meeting. Discussion followed. Chairman Odom requested a motion on the minutes. Carol Kinnard made a motion to approve the minutes. Lee Henley seconded. Chairman Odom called on the motion; all members voted in favor. Motion passed. Page 1 of 5

4 IV. REPORT ON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION ACTIONS - MEETING OF DECEMBER 13,2012 James Edwards provided a status report on the items that the MPO Board had discussed and approved at their regularly scheduled meeting on December 13, Action items included an annual evaluation of the Community Transportation Program Fiscal Year (FY) ; the FY Transportation Improvement Program Amendment (FDOT requested) for Shady Hills Road; and presentations included a report on the FY through FY FDOT Florida Turnpike Enterprise (FTE) Five-Year Tentative Work Program project highlights and the BicycleIPedestrian Advisory Committee activities report. Discussion followed. V. S.R. 54/56 PROJECT DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT STUDY - FINDINGS AND RECOM- MENDATIONS - FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATlON/TAMPA BAY AREA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY CONSULTANT PRESENTATION Richard Tillery, AlCP (RSH), provided a Powerpoint presentation to the CAC members on the S.R. 54/56 concept. Some of the things discussed in the presentation included project location map, general scope with purpose and need, transit technologies for consideration, stakeholders involvement, initial alternatives narrowing down to three managed-lane alternatives based on feasible traffic and ridership, right-of-way, construction costs, environmental impacts assessment, and type of transportation modes. Discussion followed. VI. ACTION ITEMS A. Election of Year Officers James Edwards indicated that everyone was eligible to be chairman and vicechairman of the CAC. Chairman Odom opened up norr~inations for chairman. David West made a motion to nominate Pete Odom. Lee Henley seconded. Chairman Odom called on the motion; all members voted in favor. Pete Odom will serve as chairman for the Year Chairman Odom opened up nominations for vicechairman. David West made a motion to nominate Christie Zimmer. Carol Kinnard seconded. Chairman Odom called on the motion; all members voted in favor. Christie Zimmer will serve as vice-chairman for the Year The staff indicated that these individuals would also serve on the Joint CAC (JCAC) as the regional representatives, along with a third representative required for this committee. Chairman Odom asked if anyone would like to serve for the Year Discussion followed. Frank Maldonado indicated that he would like to serve another year for the regional JCAC. Lee Henley made a motion to approve. Christie Zimmer seconded. Chairman Odom called on the motion; all members present voted in favor. Motion passed. Mr. Edwards said that Lee Henley has also represented the Pasco CAC on the JCAC as an alternate; therefore, his participation ensured full representation for the JCAC meetings. Chairman Odom called on the motion; all members agreed; motion passed. B. Federal Formula Grant Funding for Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities (Federal Transit Administration Section 531 0) Mr. Lajmiri explained the new Federal transportation bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21StCentury (MAP-21), signed into law in July 2012, has repealed the New Freedom (NF) Program and modified the Elderly Individuals and lndividuals with Disabilities Program (531 0 Program) to now include those projects previously eligible rnpolcac-minutes Page 2 of 5

5 under the NF Program. The 5310 Program was also renamed to "Enhanced Mobility for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program." The MAP-21 guidance issued by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for the 5310 Program requires a new designation of a recipient to be charged with administering the program for the urbanized area. The FTA also asked that the MPOs initiate the process of recommending a designated recipient to the Governor's office and to include the transit agencies in that process. The staff from the MPOs, transit agencies, and FDOT have been coordinating to determine which agency would be most appropriate. Based on its current experience with the 5310 Program and in managing a large number of subrecipients, it was agreed that the FDOT would be the most appropriate designated recipient. It was requested that the FDOT would include staff from the MPOs and local coordinating boards for the transportation disadvantaged in each county in the project prioritization and selection process for the 5310 Program. A draft letter of support for the FDOT to administer the 5310 Program is included in the packet. Discussion followed. Chairman Odom requested a motion of approval. Lee Henley made a motion to approve the FDOT as the designated recipient to administer the 5310 Program. Ron Hubbs seconded. Chairman Odom called on the motion. All members present voted in favor; motion passed. C. Federal Hiahwav Administration Adiusted Urban Boundaries Manny Lajmiri spoke on how the U.S. Census Bureau reviews and updates urbanized areas meeting the requirements for designation following each Census. This designation is used to determine the areas of the country which are subject to the metropolitan planning requirements based on population densities. To carry out those planning requirements, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) uses the Census-designated area as the basis for formulating the FHWA plannirlg area. For planning purposes, this area must completely include the Census designated area. The staff worked with the FDOT in reviewing the Censusdesignated area and suggested adjustments or "smoothing" to establish the FHWA plannirlg area. These recommendations are based on adding developed areas and in some cases to "smooth" out irregularities and remove jagged edges. This procedure is consistent with Federal and State rules and procedures. The primary use of the FHWA planning area boundary is for designating the functional classification of roadways; the update of the roadway classifications will begin in The FHWA planning area boundary and functional classification will be presented to the MPO at a later date for approval. He further indicated at this time that the MPO staff is requesting comments on the proposed boundary adjustments to be forwarded to the FDOT and FHWA. Once these agencies review and agree with the proposed boundary adjustments, a final urban area boundary map will be brought back to the MPO for approval. It is expected that this will occur by May Discussion followed. No action taken. VII. STATUS REPORTSIPRESENTATIONS A. Fiscal Year through Fiscal Year Florida Department of Transportation Tentative Work Proqram Mr. Edwards reported on the September 13, 2012, meeting. The MPO approved the List of Priority Projects for highways, public transit, enhancement, trails, and mpo/cac~minutes~ Page 3 of 5

6 Congestion Management Process (CMP) projects. The FDOT, District Seven, and the FTE utilize the list to develop the tentative work program for State transportation projects for the upcoming five years (FYs through ). The MPO and FDOT staff presented an overview of the projects in the draft tentative work program. The FDOT held a public hearing on December 13, 2012, on the work program. The MPO has until January 22, 2013, to make comments on the work program. Staff will review the major projects and discuss recommendations. Mr. Edwards indicated the draft work program is posted on MPO's web page for viewing ( informational only. B. Pasco Countv Legislative Priorities for the Year Session - Transportation Issues Mr. Edwards brought a letter that was presented to the September 13, 2012, meeting of the Pasco County Legislative Delegation highlighting the County's needs to be focused on by the legislators. The Pasco County Board of County Commissioners submitted prioritized issues for the delegation to consider during the upcoming 2013 session. Five transportation-related issues were included on the list. Excerpts from a letter dated December 13, 201 2, (from Pasco County Administrator, John Gallagher, to Representative Corcoran) were presented regarding legislative priorities for the Legislative Session - Transportation Issues. Discussion followed; informational only. VIII. CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROCESS TASK FORCE ISSLIES A. Update - Facilitv Level of Service Review Mr. Edwards talked about how the CMP analysis is conducted annually and implements the MPO's CMP. This process consists of an update to the MPO's Level of Service (LOS) or roadway operating conditions based on traffic volumes and roadway capacity, the Policy and Procedures Manual update, corridor selection for CMP analysis and selection of applicable strategies, and a review and application of the concept known as "Duration of Congestion"" that can be used as an LOS analysis tool tied to the County's phasing and timing procedures. MPO staff will update CAC members on the facility LOS maps once they are completed. He indicated these maps are located on the MPO website for viewing. Discussion followed; information only. B. Proiect List - Update Manny Lajmiri provided information on the various projects listed on the CMP spreadsheet and requested that CAC members identify any new projects or concerns: (1) Bell Lake Road east of Lake Padget Drive - Steep ditch needs to be repaired, needs to be put in system. Temporary repair was done by Utilities Services; (2) U.S. 98 Bypass around Dade City - Sidewalks are missing. The consultant is looking at what they can do; and (3) U.S. 301 from U.S. 98 Bypass south to Morningside Drive - A study was done which recommended lighting that Pasco County will have to maintain, follow up on project. Ron Hubbs requested an update on S.R. 52 to the Hernando County line, the right-turn lanes at New York Avenue, and how the median channelization north would be done. Christie Zimmer asked for the Collier Parkway and Bell Lake Road traffic light project to be visited. She said there are pedestrian safety issues in this area. Discussion followed. mpolcac-minutes Page 4 of 5

7 IX. PASCO COUNTY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - UPDATE ON CURRENT ACTIVITIES Mike Carroll provided the status on what was happening in his department stating that they had a very successful, "Stuff the Bus," day and the New Port Richey Christmas Parade was a great way to market Pasco County's bus system. He also stated that he had met with the Beacon Woods East Civic Association on extending one of the routes to include their community. He said this may be supported at a minimum cost. Discussion followed. X. OTHER BUSINESS - MEETINGS HELDISCHEDULEDIITEMS OF NOTE Mr. Edwards indicated that the information listed below are articles of interest and may be read at any time: A. West Central Florida Chairs Coordinating Committee December 14, 2012, Meeting Summary B. Tampa Bay Times Article, December 30, 2012, "2012 A Deadly Year for Cyclists" C. A Pocket Guide Guide to Florida Transportation Trends and Conditions Discussion followed. XI. PUBI-IC COMMENTS - COMMITTEE MEMBER ROUNDTABLE Paulette Zbikowski spoke on the Trinity Oaks Elementary School turn lane to get into the school and how the outer lane was being used to get into their community because the buses have taken over their turn lane. The members requested an updated list of CAC members. Staff noted the request. Christie Zimmer thanked the staff for all of their hard work on preparing packets and providing information in a timely manner. XII. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Odom adjourned the meeting at approximately 11 :22 a.m. Page 5 of 5

8 CAC AGENDA ITEM IV REPORT ON MPO ACTIONS - SPECIAL MEETING OF MARCH MPO staff will update CAC members on actions taken and discussions at the MPO Board special meeting that was held on March 5, ATTACHMENTS: None ACTION: Informational Item

9 CAC AGENDA ITEM V ACTION ITEMS A. TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TIP) AMENDMENT FY THROUGH FY The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is requesting an amendment to the Pasco MPO's adopted TIP for the following project: 1-75 (SR 93) ITS Freeway Management (FPN ) From SR 56 to SR 54 Total Project Cost $4,442, This project has been advanced in the FDOT Work Program from FY 2017 to FY 2014 and converted to a DesignIBuild project that will be implemented following the widening and reconstruction of this mainline segment. The reconstructionlwidening project is currently underway and has a completion date of May This has resulted in a cost savings of $644,591. ATTACHMENT: TIP Amendment Sheet ACTION: CAC approval of proposed TIP amendment

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11 CAC AGENDA ITEM VI A. STATUS REPORTS 1 PRESENTATIONS A. Proposed Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Amendment - Ossie Murphv Underpass & Local Connector Roadwavs MPO staff is requesting an amendment to the 2035 LRTP Cost Affordable Plan. The project is known as the Ossie Mur~hv Underpass & Local Connector Roadwavs. The intent is to allow for the eventual construction an underpass roadway, under The proposed underpass would be located north of the SR 52/1-75 interchange and involve the construction of a two (2) lane roadway underpass (under 1-75), and would incorporate both a multi-use trail and sidewalk component. This proposed underpass would facilitate local traffic interchange east and west of Interstate 75, provide increased accessibility and reduce the local traffic impacts at the existing interchange at SR 52 and This project would also facilitate Pasco County plans to build the Bi-County Regional Trail, a project identified under the New Penny for Pasco Program which begins sales tax revenue collections in January, Pasco County will be completing a route study in 2013 in order to identify corridor alignment options (east and west of the proposed underpass) and identify any necessary CIP modifications to reflect schedule project implementation activities. ATTACHMENT: 1. Location map of proposed Ossie Murphy Underpass and Local Circulation Connector Study Area ACTION: Information Only. Note that a Public Hearing will be scheduled to take action on the proposed LRTP amendment at the April 1 1, MPO Board meeting.

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13 CAC AGENDA ITEM VI B. STATUS REPORTS 1 PRESENTATIONS B. PROJECT INITIATION - PASCO LIPDATE OF THE MPO LRTP 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Update - The five year update cycle for the MPO's LRTP has been initiated. The updated LRTP is due December Early tasks include the development of population and employment data for the base year (201 0) and future year (2040), and initiating the Public Involvement Plan that will be in place over the 2-year plan development cycle. MPO staff will present an introduction to the update process. ATTACHMENT: 1. Pasco 2040 presentation slides handout Informational item

14 PASCO 2040 LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN PASCO COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION

15 LRTP Purpose Guides use of state and federal dollars for transportation projects in Pasco County Identifies transportation needs and improvements necessary to address them Establishes a transportation policy framework in coordination with city and county Comprehensive Plans Assesses available revenue and costs associated with projects identified in LRTP Addresses capital projects and operations/management of transportation system, which includes all major modes of travel Addresses the safety, security and efficiency of the transportation system

16 FHWA Planning Factors Economic Vitality Safety Security Accessibility and mobility of people and freight; Environmental protection, energy conservation and quality of life Integration and connectivity of the transportation system Efficient system management and operations Preserve the existing transportation system

17 About the LRTP Update Integration with the County/Cities Comprehensive Plans Land Use Plans - SE Data Projections Transportation improvements to support land uses Ensure consistency - Goals, Objectives and Policies

18 About the LRTP Update Coordination with on-going Studies PCPT Update Transit Development Plan (TDP) Corridor Studies (SR 54/56 Managed Lanes, etc.) Bruce B. Downs Transit Alternatives Study Suncoast Parkway Study

19 Major Tasks Update Planning Assumptions What has changed? Socioeconomic conditions Revenue and cost projections - Mob. Fee/TIF,etc. Urban Service Area (USA) Designation Market Area Strategies Other local government planning priorities

20 Major Tasks - Update Goals, Objectives and Policies January 2013 March 2013 Review and update GOPs Initiate on-going public involvement Ensure consistency with other plans Identify performance measures MPO Board and advisory committee input

21 Major Tasks Update Socioeconomic Data January 2013 December 2013 Employment, Population, School Enrollment and Hotel/Motel Projections Necessary for travel demand forecasting Develop in 5 year increments to 2060 for consistency with Florida Transportation Plan Involves close coordination with local governments

22 Major Tasks - Public Outreach Activities Now through Plan Adoption (Dec. 2014) Targeted outreach to underserved populations Other techniques to employ Utilization of Online Tools

23 Major Tasks Scenario Planning January 2013 December 2013 Test how transportation investments can support new growth strategies (i.e. USA Designation/Market Area Growth Strategies) Build on the PCPT TDP and the results of TBARTA Group One Studies Engagement of local land use and transportation planners Community engagement

24 Major Tasks Needs Assessment January 2013 December 2013 Travel demand forecasting based on socioeconomic data Multi-modal perspective Needs assessment also considers the following: Findings of Congestion Management Process study Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update Applicable policy constraints Public input Results of scenario planning

25 Major Tasks - Financial Resources Estimation April 2013 August 2014 LRTP required to be fiscally constrained Identify revenue anticipated to be available for transportation projects through 2040

26 Major Tasks Develop of Cost Feasible Plan January 2013 August 2014 Determined by cost/revenue analysis Indicates project phases with associated costs shown in Year of Expenditure dollars Identifies projects based on the following: Available revenue Needs assessment Consideration of policy constraints Results of public input Results of scenario planning Effectiveness in meeting LRTP goals

27 Major Tasks - Develop Constrained Needs Plan January 2013 August 2014 Identifies needed projects for which funding is not available

28 Major Tasks Coordination with Regional LRTP January 2013 December 2014 Regional LRTP developed by CCC member MPOs Plan addresses regional needs and considerations for all travel modes

29 Major Tasks Environmental Justice July 2014 December 2014 Addresses LRTP impacts and benefits on lowincome and minority areas

30 Major Tasks Performance Evaluation July 2014 December 2014 Federal and State guidance encouraging performance measures in the LRTP; new federal transportation bill will likely require System-wide impact of Cost Feasible Plan on performance of transportation network Evaluation measures reflect GOP s and are related to policies

31 LRTP Benefits to Pasco County/Cities Fulfills Federal/State requirements for transportation planning funding eligibility Implements local priorities Mobility Plan SR 54/56 Corridor Economic Competitiveness Safety and Quality of Life

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33 CAC AGENDA ITEM VII CONGES'TION MANAGEMENT PROCESS (CMP) A. CMP UPDATE - FACILITY LEVEL OF SERVICE REVIEW The CMP-analysis is conducted annually and implements the MPO's Congestion Management Process. This update consists of an update to the MPO's Level of Service (LOS) or roadway operating conditions based on traffic volumes and roadway capacity, Policy and Procedures Manual Update, Corridor selection for CMP analysis and selection of applicable strategies, and a review and application of the concept known as "Duration of Congestion" that can be used as a LOS analysis tool tied to the County's Phasing and Timing procedures. MPO staff will update TACICMP Members on Facility Level of Service Maps that were recently completed. Maps will be available at the meeting. ATTACHMENTS: None. Maps to be displayed at meeting AC'TION: Information Only B. CMP PROJECT UPDATE MPO staff will present information on the various projects listed on the CMP spreadsheet and request that TAC members identify any new projects or concerns. ATTACHMENTS: CMP Spreadsheet ACTION: Based on discussion

34 CAC AGENDA ITEM Vlll PASCO COUNTY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION (PCPT) - UPDATE ON CURRENT ACTIVITIES & PROJECTS This agenda item presents an update on recent PCPT activities and other transit-related items of interest. ATTACHMENTS: None ACTION: Informational Item

35 CAC AGENDA ITEM IX OTHER BUSINESS - MEETINGS HELD I SCHEDULED I ITEMS OF NOTE A. West Central Florida Chairs Coordinating Committee (CCC) Meeting Announcements - Joint Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting - March 5, meeting - CCC draft agenda - March 15, meeting INFORMATION ONLY