You are invited to participate in a public meeting hosted by FHWA. FHWA wants feedback on the TPO process from the citizens of this TPO area.

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1 Grover C. Robinson IV Chairman P.O. Box Pensacola, FL Street Address: 4081 E. Olive Road-Suite A P: F: Don Salter Vice Chairman MEMORANDUM DATE: May 28, 2010 TO: FROM: RE: Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Members Florida-Alabama TPO Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Members Florida-Alabama TPO Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory (BPAC) Members Florida-Alabama TPO Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) Members Grover C. Robinson IV, Chairman TPO Meeting, TCC Meeting, CAC Meeting, BPAC Meeting A meeting of the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is scheduled for Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. in the Escambia County Board of County Commission Chambers 221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, Florida Advisory committee meeting times and locations are as follows: Technical Coordinating Committee 1:00 p.m. Monday, 6/7/10 WFRPC Large Conference Room Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, 6/8/10 WFRPC Large Conference Room Citizens Advisory Committee 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, 6/8/10 WFRPC Large Conference Room (Please note day change) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Public Meetings: Monday, June 7, 2010 Monday, June 7, 2010 Tuesday, June 8, :00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. (after CAC meeting) Lillian Community Club Gulf Breeze Recreational Center WFRPC Large Conference Rm Widell Ave. 800 Shoreline Drive 4081 E. Olive Rd. Ste. A Lillian, AL Gulf Breeze, FL Pensacola, FL You are invited to participate in a public meeting hosted by FHWA. FHWA wants feedback on the TPO process from the citizens of this TPO area. PLEASE MAKE AN EFFORT TO ATTEND THIS MEETING. A QUORUM IS NEEDED. Staff to TPO planning for the future transportation needs of the Pensacola FL-AL Urbanized Area

2 June 9, 2010 Florida-Alabama TPO Agenda Page 2 The agenda will include the following items: A. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE/INVOCATION Chairman Robinson 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 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 three minutes. D. Presentation by Federal Highway Administration in Conjunction with Federal Certification Review Process Ms. Stacie Blizzard, FHWA E. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Approval of March Meeting Minutes 2. Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Amend the FY10-14 TIP to Add Project # , J. Earle Bowden Way Resurfacing (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) TPO, TCC, CAC ENCLOSURE A Presentation by Ms. Elizabeth Shrey, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations ROLL CALL VOTE 3. Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Amend the FY10-14 TIP to Add Project # , Ft. Pickens Road Resurfacing (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) TPO, TCC, CAC ENCLOSURE B Presentation by Ms. Elizabeth Shrey, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations ROLL CALL VOTE 4. Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Adopt the FL-AL FY Transportation Improvement Program (ROLL CALL VOTE AND PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED) ALL ENCLOSURE C Presentation by Ms. Elizabeth Shrey, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations PUBLIC HEARING ROLL CALL VOTE

3 June 9, 2010 Florida-Alabama TPO Agenda Page 3 5. Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Adopt the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Needs Assessment ALL ENCLOSURE D Presentation by Mr. Wiley Page, PBS&J Advisory Committee Recommendations 6. Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Adopt the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Evaluation Criteria ALL ENCLOSURE E Presentation by Mr. Gary Kramer, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations 7. Authorization to Hold Five 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama 2035 Long Range Transportation Plan Cost Feasible Plan Public Workshops ALL ENCLOSURE F Presentation by Mr. Gary Kramer, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations 8. Consideration of Approval of Member Certifications for the Escambia County and Santa Rosa County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Boards TPO ENCLOSURE G Presentation by Ms. Julia Pearsall, TPO Staff Escambia and Santa Rosa Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board Recommendations 9. Consideration of Endorsement of the Findings and Recommendations of the Escambia County and Santa Rosa County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Boards Annual Review of the Community Transportation Coordinators in each County TPO ENCLOSURE H Presentation by Ms. Julia Pearsall, TPO Staff Escambia and Santa Rosa Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board Recommendations 10. Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Endorse the 2010 Escambia County and Santa Rosa County Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP) Annual Updates TPO ENCLOSURE I Presentation by Ms. Tonya Ellis, TPO Staff Escambia County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board Recommendations Santa Rosa County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board Recommendations

4 June 9, 2010 Florida-Alabama TPO Agenda Page Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Update the TPO Intergovernmental Coordination and Review and Public Transportation Coordination Joint Participation Agreement (ICAR) ALL ENCLOSURE J Presentation by Mr. Bob Baronti, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations 12. Approval of Resolution FL-AL to Approve Regional Bonding Priorities Ranking Criteria and the Draft Regional Bonding Priorities for Inclusion in the Feasibility Study of Advance Funding of Transportation Capacity Projects ALL ENCLOSURE K Presentation by Mr. Wiley Page, PBS&J Technical Working Group Recommendations 13. Consideration of Approval of Mr. Buzz Morley as a member of the FL-AL Citizens Advisory Committee TPO, CAC ENCLOSURE L Presentation by Ms. Rhonda Grice, TPO Staff Advisory Committee Recommendations 14. Election of TPO Vice Chairman for FY2010 (July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011) ALL COMMITTEES ELECT CHAIR/VICE CHAIR ENCLOSURE M The nominating Committee will meet prior to the TPO meeting on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at 8:45 a.m. in Escambia County Commission Board Room. The nominating committee consists of: Commissioner Bob Cole Mayor Beverly Zimmern Commissioner Grover Robinson F. REVIEW / INFORMATION ITEMS 1. SR 173 (Blue Angel Parkway) [ETDM 9269] PD&E Study/Draft Environmental Assessment ALL ENCLOSURE N Presentation by Mr. Cory Wilkinson, HDR Consultants 2. Burgess Road (SR 742) from US 29 to Hillburn/Creighton Rd. PD&E Re-Evaluation ALL ENCLOSURE O Presentation by Mr. David Skipper, Hatch Mott McDonald Consultants 3. Review of Draft Legislation to Advance Construction of Capacity Projects ALL ENCLOSURE P Presentation by Mr. Gene Martin, PBS&J

5 June 9, 2010 Florida-Alabama TPO Agenda Page 5 4. Information Items (No Presentation Necessary) ENCLOSURE Q TPO Meeting Schedule Letter from FHWA re: Certification 2010 CLICK HERE: To view the following information items which are available on the WFRPC website at and will be distributes at the meetings: a. Resolution in remembrance of Terry Wittcop, CAC Member b. Letter from Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) RE: TIP Amendment c. Horizon 2060 Regional Workshops FDOT d. Letter to FDOT re: Greenbriar Parkway and Country Club Road Intersection in Gulf Breeze e. Air Quality Update f. JARC/New Freedom Report g. Letter to Santa Rosa Bay Bridge Authority h. Extract from Mid Bay Bridge FY2005 Annual Report and Elasticity Curve i. Safety Cone Policy FDOT j. Flyers Announcing Upcoming Project Priorities Workshops k. January March Public Participation Process Quarterly Report l. Traffic Signal at I-10 WB Off-Ramp and Scenic Highway G. OTHER BUSINESS H. ADJOURN I. ADVISORY COMMITTEE ITEMS BPAC 1. Florida-Alabama TPO Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Methodology ENCLOSURE R Presentation by Mr. Brian Youpatoff, TPO Staff Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability or family status. The TPO will make reasonable accommodations for access to this meeting in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and for language requirements other than English (free of charge). Please notify Ms. Ellie Roberts of access or language requirements at ext 218 or for TTY-Florida at least 48 hours in advance.

6 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES WEST FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL (Designated staff) SANTA ROSA COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6495 Caroline Street, Milton April 14, 2010 Members Attending: Commissioner Grover Robinson IV, Chairman Commissioner Don Salter, Vice Chairman Commissioner Kevin White Councilman Ronald Townsend Commissioner Marie Young Councilwoman Diane Mack Commissioner Jim Williamson Commissioner Gene Valentino Commissioner Wilson Robertson Mayor Beverly Zimmern Councilman Grady Hester Commissioner Bob Cole Councilman Sam Hall Others Attending: Wiley Page Philip Shad Jim Hagon Ralph Bove Eugene Harris Don Christian Jim Waite Joy Blackmon Jim Hunt Jim DeVries Kelli Baxley John Alaghemand Ben Faust Nancy Model Bob Swiebel Terry Joseph Nancy Lohr Aretta Green George Holland Gary Kramer Nick Nickoloff Elizabeth Schrey Rob Mahan Mary Beth Washnock Mary Bo Robinson Rhonda Grice Christy Johnson Ellie Roberts Escambia County Commission Santa Rosa County Commission Escambia County Commission Pensacola City Council Escambia County Commission Pensacola City Council Santa Rosa County Commission Escambia County Commission Escambia County Commission City of Gulf Breeze Milton City Council Santa Rosa County Commission Pensacola City Council PBS&J PBS&J DRMP DRMP Escambia County Escambia County Baskerville-Donovan Escambia County BPAC/CAC/Escambia County FDOT FDOT DRMP DRMP Santa Rosa County Planning & Zoning Self WFRPC ECAT Commissioner Young FDOT TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff TPO Staff

7 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE TWO AGENDA ITEM A: Call to Order. Chairman Robinson called the meeting to order. AGENDA ITEM B: Approval of Agenda. Ms. Washnock reviewed the changes to the agenda. She referred to Enclosure E and explained that this is an administrative amendment and does not need to go before the board. Ms. Washnock referred to the handout on Resolution FL-AL and stated that the TIP amendment must be added to the agenda. Ms. Washnock stated that the Florida Department of Transportation would like to give the TPO a brief update on the Revenue Estimated Conference (REC) and the state budget at the beginning of the Information section. Also, the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) made a recommendation to the TPO at their meeting yesterday suggesting that Public Forum be held at the beginning of the TPO meetings. Ms. Washnock stated that another change is to delete the ICAR item, Enclosure O, from the agenda. She submitted that these changes are needed to amend the TPO agenda. Commissioner White moved for approval of the agenda as amended. Councilwoman Mack seconded the motion. Ms. Washnock announced that Mr. Terry Wittcop, a member of the CAC and a representative from the Lillian community in Alabama, passed away this past Friday, April 9, Chairman Robinson suggested that TPO staff prepare a resolution to be presented at the June meeting for signature and sent to the Wittcop family. Chairman Robinson called for the vote. The motion was unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-1: Approval of March 10, 2010 Meeting Minutes. Chairman Robinson called for approval of the March meeting minutes. Commissioner White moved for approval of the March 10, 2010 meeting minutes as written. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Salter and unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-2: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Adopt the FY TPO Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) - Enclosure A. Ms. Mary Robinson, TPO Staff, presented. She commented that a copy of the UPWP was available at the March meeting with an update interim that added some financial information and clarified some areas but is not substantially different from what was received at the meeting. She called for questions. There were none. Chairman Robinson opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. He closed the public hearing. Chairman Robinson called for the motion. Commissioner White moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to adopt the FY TPO Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Valentino and unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-3: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Adopt the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Goals and Objectives Enclosure B. Mr. Wiley Page, PBS&J, presented. Mr. Page stated that this is the draft Recommended Goals and Objectives. This was brought before the TPO last month but at the request of the Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) this agenda item was tabled to allow the Pensacola Chamber of Commerce, City of Pensacola, and Escambia County to get together for further review and to offer comments for consideration.

8 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE THREE Mr. Page referred to pages B-3 through B-6 of the agenda showing comments received from Santa Rosa County, as well as from the meeting held with the Chamber, the City, and Escambia County. The comments were incorporated into the draft Goals and Objectives, which are found beginning on page B-9. He stated that the most substantial change is in the ordering, which was discussed last month. Mr. Page stated all changes were incorporated at the TCC meeting on Monday. There were two further recommended changes: (1) to move Goal A-4 up to Goal A-1, and (2) Objective E-4, to strike the examples and simply leave it as Promote and preserve scenic areas. Mr. Page stated that these changes were endorsed by all TPO advisory committees. He called for questions. There were none. Chairman Robinson called for the motion. Commissioner White moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to adopt the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Goals and Objectives. Councilwoman Mack seconded the motion. Mr. Page explained that the Goals and Objectives will serve as a guiding principle to development of the Long Range Plan. They will be used to develop evaluation criteria, which will develop scores. That process has not yet been finished but the TCC and CAC will be instrumental in refining that, which will score the projects in the Needs Plan. Chairman Robinson called for further discussion. There was none. He called for the vote. The motion was unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-4: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Approve the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Financial Resources Report - Enclosure C. Ms. Christy Johnson, TPO staff, presented. Ms. Johnson provided a PowerPoint presentation containing information as reflected in the agenda enclosure, which is an analysis of potential revenue sources. Councilwoman Mack made reference to the Total Existing Revenue Sources and asked if that anticipates, or not anticipates, the economy getting better and increase fuel sales. Ms. Johnson explained that it does not account for growth rate but it is a moving number that could be less or it could be more. She reported that the TCC and CAC recommended approval of this resolution. She called for questions. Chairman Robinson clarified that by accepting this report the TPO understands the options and is not taking any action or endorsing the report one way or another. Ms. Johnson agreed. She explained that this is only to give the TPO an option; it is a process that must be done for the Long Range Plan Update. Commissioner Cole commented that bonds are an issue. He stated that as he talks with people in the community he finds that the Garcon Point Bridge is a thorn in their sides. He commented that they want the toll lowered. Commissioner Cole stated that the citizens might not ever approve another toll road. Commissioner Robertson asked if the bond covenants could be modified to allow a reduction in the bridge toll.

9 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE FOUR Mr. DeVries commented that this is a great topic and that the Santa Rosa Bay Bridge Authority meets next week for the first time in a year because they have had trouble getting a quorum at the meetings. They are two members short currently so if anyone in Santa Rosa County knows someone who wants to join the Authority this would be a good time. He stated that as it appears right now, in 2012 they will default on the bonds. Mr. DeVries said the covenants have to be changed annually. URS does a traffic and revenue update and following the bond covenants, they increase the tolls. This July, they are set for another possible toll increase. Commissioner Robertson said an increase is not the answer; a reduction is the answer and more use. Commissioner Valentino said that bond companies know that there is a backup guaranteed by government. He stated that he would support restructuring the bond issue in making those tolls more acceptable. Chairman Robinson said this TPO should take the position to lower the toll because by doing that, more revenue would be generated. He commented that this is something the TPO should look into. Commissioner Cole asked the TPO Chairman to accept an add-on item to address the toll issue to the TPO at this meeting. Commissioner Valentino moved to accept this as an add-on item to the agenda. The motion was seconded by Commissioner White and unanimously approved. Commissioner Cole moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign a letter to the Santa Rosa Bay Bridge Authority requesting that the toll be lowered to see if revenue could be increased proportionately. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Valentino and unanimously approved. Mr. DeVries stated that two or three years ago Santa Rosa County applied for a grant that would possibly have allowed for the toll to be lowered for a period of time. The grant would basically cover the loss of revenue for that. He said this had been looked at by Santa Rosa County in the past and he does not know if it is an option again. Councilwoman Mack commented that she would be more comfortable if the resolution read: Florida-Alabama TPO adopts the Financial Resources Report instead of approves. She stated that she is really not approving anything but she is willing to adopt. Ms. Washnock explained that the TPO is simply approving the report. Chairman Robinson stated that the TPO is approving receipt of the report. Commissioner Valentino moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to approve receipt of the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Financial Resources Report. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Mack and unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-5: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Amend the FY TIP for Projects in Lillian, Alabama Enclosure D. Ms. Elizabeth Schrey, TPO staff, to present. Commissioner White moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to amend the FY TIP for projects in Lillian, Alabama as presented. Commissioner Valentino seconded the motion. Chairman Robinson called for the roll call vote. The motion was unanimously approved.

10 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE FIVE AGENDA ITEM C-6: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Amend the FY TIP to Modify the Project Description and Funding for # , FL. SR No. 1 Historic Restoration Bike/Pedestrian Path Enclosure E. Ms. Elizabeth Schrey, TPO staff, to present. Chairman Robinson announced that this item has been dropped. AGENDA ITEM C-7: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Amend the FY TIP to Add Project # , Beck s Lake Road Over Unnamed Branch Bridge No., Enclosure F. Ms. Elizabeth Schrey, TPO staff, to present. Commissioner White moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to approve the amendments to the FY10-14 TIP as presented. Councilwoman Mack seconded the motion. Chairman Robinson called for the roll call vote. The motion was unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-8: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL Authorizing TPO Staff to Apply for Fiscal Year 2011 Section 5303 (Metropolitan Planning) Grant Funds and Authorizing TPO Staff to Execute the Grant Contract Enclosure G. Mr. Rob Mahan, TPO staff, to present. Councilwoman Mack moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL authorizing the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution authorizing TPO staff to sign the 5303 Grant application, certifications and assurances, Title VI compliance, DBE compliance and execute the Grant contract. The motion was seconded by Commissioner White and unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-9: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Authorize Filing of the Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund Planning Grant Application with the Commission for Transportation Disadvantaged Enclosure H. Ms. Julia Pearsall, TPO staff, to present. Commissioner White moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to authorize the filing of the Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund Planning Grant application with the Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Mack and unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-10: Citizen and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee Citizen Application (Don Christian) Enclosure I. Ms. Rhonda Grice, TPO staff, to present. Councilwoman Mack moved to approve the addition of Mr. Christian to the CAC and BPAC advisory committees. The motion was seconded by Commissioner White and unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM C-11: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Adopt the Regional Freight Network Plan Enclosure J. Mr. Richard John Alaghemand, DRMP, to present. Commissioner White moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to adopt the Regional Freight Network Plan. Commissioner Valentino seconded the motion. Councilwoman Mack expressed her appreciation to the consultant for consulting with the CRA in making the requested changes. AGENDA ITEM C-12: Appointment of Nominating Committee for FY2011 Chair and Vice Chair for Election at June Meetings. Chairman Robinson called for volunteers to serve on the nominating committee for 2011 Chair and Vice Chair. He announced that the TPO will be rotating from an Escambia County designee to a Santa Rosa designee to serve as Chair. Commissioner Salter is currently the TPO Vice Chair so the TPO will be looking for a Vice Chair from Escambia County.

11 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE SIX Chairman Robinson called for volunteers to serve on the nominating committee. Commissioner White moved for approval of Commissioner Salter to serve as TPO Chairman for FY2011, and Chairman Robinson, Mayor Zimmern and Commissioner Cole to serve on the nominating committee. The motion was seconded by Councilman Townsend and unanimously approved. Ms. Washnock announced that the nominating committee will meet 15 minutes prior to the June TPO meeting to recommend a Vice Chair. AGENDA ITEM C-13: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Authorize Execution of the Transportation Planning Funds Joint Participation Agreement Enclosure K. Ms. Mary Robinson, TPO staff, to present. Councilwoman Mack moved to approve the updated TPO Transportation Planning Funds JPA, authorize the TPO Chairman or his designee to sign the JPA and request the FDOT District 3 Secretary sign and execute the agreement. The motion was seconded by Commissioner White and unanimously approved. ADD-ON AGENDA ITEM 1: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Amend the FY TIP to Add Project # , SR8A (I-110)/SR8 (I-10) Littoral Pond Plantings/Landscaping Handout. Ms. Elizabeth Schrey, TPO staff, presented. Commissioner White moved to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to approve the amendments to the FY TIP. Councilman Hall seconded the motion. Chairman Robinson commented that friends of his from Alabama raved and raved and raved about how good our community looks at the I10/I110 intersection and wished that their communities looked that good. Councilman Hall thanked FDOT for their landscaping efforts. Chairman Robinson called for the roll call vote. The motion was unanimously approved. ADD-ON AGENDA ITEM 2: Consideration of a Resolution for the Terry L. Wittkop Family. Ms. Mary Beth Washnock, TPO staff, presented. Ms. Washnock announced that Mr. Terry L. Wittkop, a member of the CAC from Lillian, Alabama, died April 10, She requested the TPO authorize staff to draft a resolution as a tribute to Mr. Wittkop. Commissioner White moved to authorize TPO staff to draft a resolution to present to the family of Terry L. Wittkop who died April 10, He served on the Florida-Alabama TPO Citizens Advisory Committee since August 13, The motion was seconded by Commissioner Salter and unanimously approved. ADD-ON AGENDA ITEM 3: Reduction of toll on Garcon Point Bridge. Commissioner Cole moved that TPO authorize the Chairman to send a letter requesting that the Bridge Authority lower the cost of the toll based on citizen input in order to attempt to increase revenue. Commissioner White seconded the motion. Commissioner Salter asked if there is guaranteed revenue from the bonds during the experimental process. Commissioner Robertson stated that there are no funding sources to do a guarantee. He stated that if the TPO encourages Commissioner Cole s motion, he would like to see the TPO show interest and good faith in the future. Any grants, any stimulus monies, anything that would help underwrite the losses of that bridge to get it down to a lower public useable bridge should be encouraged in the future. Commissioner Robertson said the TPO needs to find a way to keep that bridge viable but it will not be as long as the rates are so high.

12 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE SEVEN Chairman Robinson commented that with the bridge s elasticity we should get more revenue so we should not have to make up anything because eventually it should work itself out. Commissioner Young asked about the toll fee. It was stated that the toll is $3.50 one-way and $7.00 round trip for a two-axle vehicle. The cost is much more when pulling a trailer. Commissioner Salter suggested that there be potential options in light of the grants and stimulus money versus saying lower the rate. Commission Cole suggested getting input from the public through press coverage. Ms. Nancy Model stated that Santa Rosa County started to apply for a grant called Congestion Value Pricing, which is a federal program. At that time, no money was available in that grant fund but that she will check again to see if any money is available. Chairman Robinson called for further comments or questions. There were none. He called for the vote. The motion was unanimously approved. AGENDA ITEM D: Public Forum. 1. Chairman Robinson announced that the CAC suggested that public forum be held at the beginning of the meeting rather than mid-way through the meeting. He asked the TPO members for their opinion. Commissioner Robertson stated that sometimes public forum gets very lengthy in debate. When there are a lot of items to be voted on, such as today, and a TPO member has another meeting to get to, a quorum could be lost. Ms. Washnock stated that the CAC would like to limit the time on those who participate in public forum. She stated that the speaker request form will be revised to indicate that they are limited to a specific amount of time to speak. Commissioner White moved to hold public forum at the beginning of the agenda and to limit speaking time to three (3) minutes. The motion was seconded by Councilman Townsend and unanimously approved. 2. Chairman Robinson called on Mr. Bob Swiebel to speak. Mr. Swiebel referred to two documents that he encouraged the TPO to make part of the record. One document was from Secretary Ray LaHood, U. S. Transportation Secretary, and is the result of a National Bike Summit held in February 2010, which Secretary LaHood attended. Mr. Swiebel read quotes made by Secretary LaHood contained in the document. Mr. Swiebel referred to the second document, United States Department of Transportation Policy Statement on Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodation Regulations and Recommendations, signed on March 11, 2010 and announced March 15, He read excerpts from the document. Copies of both documents were made available to those present. Chairman Robinson asked Mr. Swiebel to submit the two documents to TPO staff.

13 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE EIGHT 3. Mr. Jim DeVries talked about the Governor s Revenue Estimated Conference (REC) that was held in March. He stated that the Governor holds these conferences twice a year, usually in March and November. He reported that the impact to the Department over the past two or three years has been an approximate $9 billion reduction in the budget. This Revenue Estimated Conference was no different and possibly worse. Mr. DeVries stated that on a statewide basis, the Tentative Work Program was presented to the TPO in the November/December timeframe and FDOT thought that a five-year program would be put in but that required another look based on the REC. He stated that the Department took over a $9 million hit to committed projects within that five-year program on a statewide basis. At the district level it seems that it might not be quite as bad. Mr. DeVries explained that funding that comes into the Department is called District Allocated Funds where the District determines where they go. There is also statewide Allocated Funds such as SIS, TRIP funds, and different programs that are determined on a statewide basis such as bridge replacement, resurfacing, etc. Mr. DeVries reported some impact to this TPO area, which is fairly minor. One project was lost in Escambia County. One of the priorities was to spend $300,000 a year on Bike/Ped improvements. FDOT tentatively programmed $300,000 a year for a number of years in the Navy Point area, Second Street, but the funding that was in FY2014 had to be moved to FY2015. There was no funding programmed in FY2015 so, basically, a year s worth of funding was lost; it just had to be moved out a year so it did not totally disappear but it was delayed. Mr. DeVries stated that the big project that took a hit this round was the six-laning project on I-10. FDOT had six-laning from Davis Highway to Scenic Highway in the program. Right-of-way was funded in FY2011 and 2012 for $15 million. That project slid out now to FY2013 and In FY2013, construction was programmed at $49 million but that has been slid out to FY2015. The project was not lost; it was moved out two years. Mr. DeVries stated that everyone is waiting to see what happens with the Legislative Session. The Legislature has been looking at the Department s Trust Fund and possibly pulling money from that to cover other costs within the state. He said if that happens, he will be back at the June meeting to let the TPO know the impacts of the Legislative action. Mr. DeVries suggested that the TPO invite the Santa Rosa Bridge Authority to a future TPO meeting to give an update on where they are and what is going on with the Authority. AGENDA ITEM E-5: Project Development and Environmental (PD&E) Reevaluation of Nine Mile Road from SR297 (Pine Forest Road) to SR95 (US29) Enclosure P. Chairman Robinson stated that a request was made to advance this item on the agenda. He asked Mr. Hagon to bring his presentation forward. Mr. Jim Hagon, DRMP, introduced Mr. Ralph Bove, Vice President of Transportation, DRMP, to give the presentation. Mr. Bove stated that the PD&E Reevaluation Study of Nine Mile Road between Pine Forest Road and Pensacola Boulevard has begun. He explained that this two-mile section of Nine Mile Road was part of the larger PD&E Study that was approved by FDOT and FHWA in The documentation is quite old but that action still remains valid. However, to move forward into Final Design, ROW and construction, and to maintain eligibility for future federal funding, a reevaluation must be completed.

14 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE NINE Mr. Bove referred to the newsletter distributed to those present containing basic product information, background information, contact information on the back, as well as product schedules. He called for questions. Commissioner White asked who is paying for this update. Mr. Bove explained that state funds are being used; funds from the Florida Department of Transportation, the TRIP agreement that was executed. Mr. Bove said he thinks there is a matching grant by Escambia County to move forward with the final design once the PD&E Study is completed. He stated that, to his knowledge, there is no funding after that. Chairman Robinson called for questions. There were none. He thanked Mr. Bove for the presentation. AGENDA ITEM E-1: Draft 2035 Blueprint Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Needs Assessment Enclosure L. Mr. Wiley Page, PBS&J, presented. Mr. Page set up a few maps of the draft 2035 Needs Assessment to assist in his presentation. He provided information as reflected in the agenda enclosure and referred to the flyer in the enclosure listing the public workshops to be held April 19 in Lillian, Alabama, April 20 in Pensacola, and April 22 in Santa Rosa County. He stated that the people attending those meetings will be pressed for comments and their thoughts. There will be several different ways the public will be able to communicate at these meetings. Several stations will be set up containing information, maps with markers, and comment forms. Mr. Page stated that the TCC will be having a workshop in May on this and any needed modifications will be made. He called for questions. Councilwoman Mack commented that widening the portion of 9 th Avenue to six lanes in the area of Sacred Heart Hospital and Cordova Mall would make it very dangerous for pedestrians. She asked if there would be an opportunity at the workshops to let the public know what options are available. Mr. Page said that is one of the nice things about having an open house type format; some people have good ideas that are brought to the surface. Councilwoman Mack asked if it makes sense for the Pensacola City Council to discuss this and come back with the opinion of the City Council on some of these issues. Mr. Page stated that he sees no reason why that could not be done. Chairman Robinson commented on the 9 th Avenue issue and stated that to six-lane that, and being in commercial real estate, the right-of-way acquisition would just about make every other project unfeasible. He suggested that the TPO find out what other alternatives can be done because that is just not a feasible solution. Mayor Zimmern asked about the plans to address the community in terms of the area where bridges are an issue. She said it is known that funding is an issue and that alignments are an incredible Authority issue. She said it is also known that there is the need for a replacement bridge for the area. She stated that there are so many things against those proposals being presented and asked how that debate would be handled as it comes forth. Mr. Page said he has heard those issues and is aware of them. Recognizing that something needs to be done, there have been several proposals that have come out of both the TPO and the Northwest Florida Regional Transportation Planning Organization. Comment forms and maps were developed specific to those alternatives to target the bridge issue. He stated that a mobility option within the Long Range Plan is needed and whether it is a bridge crossing, in combination with express bus service as a potential alternative, something must be included in the Plan to meet those mobility needs.

15 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE TEN Commissioner Cole echoed Mayor Zimmern. He commented that six-laning the bridge through Gulf Breeze has been a hot-button item and he certainly does not support it. He commented that he sees more and more second-level roadways and asked why 9 th Avenue could not have a second level roadway with minimum access for those who want to get from Olive Road to downtown or somewhere in that area. Mr. Page referred to the flyer included in the agenda enclosure and reviewed the public workshop schedule. He invited all to attend if possible. Chairman Robinson called on Mr. Bob Swiebel to speak. Mr. Swiebel stated that he has a suggestion and a comment. He said he attended a meeting in Milton regarding possible choices of roads that could increase the traffic flow through Milton. A card was distributed at the meeting in Milton that contained options and was presented such that all options were highlighted on a map and numbered or designated by name. The citizens were asked to highlight an area of their choosing. Mr. Swiebel said he believes it was also a 2035 plan. He stated that he would like to see that implemented on the presentation at the five meetings. Mr. Swiebel said his comment ties in very much with what was discussed this morning. He referred to a map and pointed out where he lives. He stated that US98 is the only artery on this peninsula. He said every possible road obstruction is implemented at the high school in Gulf Breeze. There is a school zone there, numerous lights, speed reduction zone, etc., which constitutes traffic flow interference; it is a bottleneck area. Mr. Swiebel said his point is that we are envisioning in 2035 to again increase the traffic volume on this one artery. He recommended that proposals be made designing other routes or options that should be highlighted in what is being presented to the citizens. He emphasized that the key issue is that traffic volume on US98 must be reduced. Chairman Robinson said if it were up to him he would take #22 off the map because he agrees with Commissioner Cole. It is going to be an emotional issue. AGENDA ITEM E-2: Review and Comment on the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Evaluation Criteria Enclosure M. Mr. Gary Kramer, TPO staff, presented. Mr. Kramer stated that the agenda enclosure includes evaluation criteria that were used for the previous Long Range Transportation Plan. He reviewed information as reflected in the agenda enclosure. Mr. Kramer said TPO staff will meet with the TCC on May 10. He called for questions. Councilwoman Mack referred to page M-3, Project Environmental/Social Impacts, and commented that she is not sure what social impacts are and asked if TPO staff would consider revising or adding neighborhood impacts. She said that the possibility of six-laning 9 th Avenue north of Creighton Road would impact neighborhoods there. She said that she would want to see an assessment on neighborhood impact. Councilwoman said she would also want to know, once the evaluation is done, is it a subjective thing and how exact is the analysis of impact, particularly with relation to neighborhoods. Mr. Kramer explained that the Efficient Transportation Decision Making Process was used for these criteria. He explained further. Ms. Mary Robinson explained that the Efficient Transportation Decision Making Process is a standardized tool that is used in the entire State of Florida. There are 23 review areas that are looked at and one of them is neighborhood and community impact.

16 FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO) MEETING MINUTES APRIL 14, 2010 PAGE ELEVEN AGENDA ITEM E-3: Review of the Draft FL-AL FY Transportation Improvement Program Enclosure N. Ms. Elizabeth Schrey, TPO staff, presented. Ms. Schrey provided information as reflected in the agenda enclosure. Ms. Schrey stated that the TIP is ready for review. She commented that hard copies are not being provided unless specifically requested. The document consists of 237 pages, doubled sided. Ms. Schrey explained that the TIP is for review at this time. She requested that comments be submitted to her by April 30. Ms. Schrey explained that the changes Mr. DeVries reviewed earlier are not reflected in the draft distributed last week. Changes will continue to occur to projects in the Work Program until it is adopted by the state Legislature. A new draft will be provided prior to the June meeting, at which time the TPO will be asked to adopt the TIP. Ms. Schrey reported that an actual link to a new website has been developed for the TPO. An on-line interactive TIP tool is now available. It is 90% operational currently; adjustments are still being made on the map in the searching feature. She recommended that the TPO take a look at the website. AGENDA ITEM E-4: Review of Updated TPO Intergovernmental Coordination and Review and Public Transportation Coordination Joint Participation Agreement (ICAR) Enclosure O. Mr. Bob Baronti, TPO staff, to present. This item was not presented. AGENDA ITEM E-6: Information Items (No Presentation Necessary) Enclosure Q: TPO Meeting Schedule. The following informational items are available on the website and will be distributed at the meetings: a. Flyer for LRTP and Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Public Workshops. Ms. Washnock reviewed the flyer on the April Public Workshop Series. She asked that the TPO attend at least one of these meetings. b. Colored Bike Lanes Information c. Spaceport Master Plan d. TPO Orientation Schedule. Ms. Washnock announced that there will be TPO orientations in May, which are designed for new board members and new committee members. One-on-one orientations are also available. Ms. Washnock announced that Wednesday, April 21, 2010, the Northwest Florida Regional TPO will meet at Niceville City Hall at 1:30. There are two items on that agenda: (1) elect a new Vice Chair (action item), and (2) update from the consultant about the Bond Finance Feasibility Study. AGENDA ITEM F: Other Business. AGENDA ITEM G: Adjourn. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 10:50 a.m. AGENDA ITEM H: Advisory Committee Item: BPAC Proposed Multi-Purpose Bike Paths Along US98 Enclosure R. Mr. Bob Swiebel to present. This item was not presented. Approved by TPO Date: Signed:

17 Florida-Alabama TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: June 9, 2010 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE A SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Amend the FY10-14 TIP to Add Project # , J Earle Bowden Way Resurfacing (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: FDOT LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: Annually, the TPO adopts a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which lists the projects scheduled throughout the five years of the FDOT Work Program for various phases such as project development and environmental study, design, right-of-way acquisition and construction. To receive federal funding, the projects must be in the TPO s adopted TIP. Attached are the following items: Recommended Resolution FL-AL FDOT Request for Amendment Page of the TIP as amended RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to approve the amendment to the FY10-14 TIP as presented. This action is recommended in order to allow authorization of the funding for this project.

18 RESOLUTION FL-AL A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION AMENDING THE FY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the organization designated by the Governors of Florida and Alabama as being responsible, together with the States of Florida and Alabama, for carrying out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for the Florida-Alabama 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 and the Governor of the State of Alabama, to the Federal Transit Administration, and through the State of Alabama and State of Florida to the Federal Highway Administration; and WHEREAS, the TIP is periodically amended to maintain consistency with the Florida and Alabama Departments of Transportation Work Program; and WHEREAS, authorization for federal funding of projects within an urbanized area cannot be obtained unless the projects are included in the TPO s TIP; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION THAT: The TPO amends its FY Transportation Improvement Program(s) modifying the project description and funding as follows: # Resurfacing on J Earle Bowden Way from Seashore Dr to Santa Rosa County Line Phase Code 2009/ / / / / /2015 TOTAL Fund Code 31 $1,000 $1,000 ER10 52 $305,635 $305,635 ER10 61 $6,200 $6,200 ER10 62 $63,144 $63,144 ER10 $312,835 $63,144 $0 $0 $0 $0 $375,979 Passed and duly adopted by the Florida- Alabama Transportation Planning Organization on this 9 th day of June FLORIDA- ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION BY: Grover C. Robinson IV, Chairman ATTEST:

19 Request for Amendment TPO Transportation Improvement Program ID # Project Name/Location J Earle Bowden Way Escambia County Resurfacing Limits: from Seashore Drive to Santa Rosa County Line Phase Code 2009/ / / / / /2015 TOTAL Fund Code 31 $1,000 $1,000 ER10 52 $305,635 $305,635 ER10 61 $6,200 $6,200 ER10 62 $63,144 $63,144 ER10 $312,835 $63,144 $0 $0 $0 $0 $375,979 Reconstruct Bike Lane/Paved shoulders damaged by TS IDA in November 2009 on Federal Lands FHWA Diaster ID # FL NPS, the project is funded with emergency relief for Federally owned roads (ERFO) funds per FHWA and National Park Service Gulf Islands National Seashore

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21 Florida-Alabama TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: June 9, 2010 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE B SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Amend the FY10-14 TIP to Add Project # , Ft. Pickens Road Resurfacing (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: FDOT LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: Annually, the TPO adopts a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which lists the projects scheduled throughout the five years of the FDOT Work Program for various phases such as project development and environmental study, design, right-of-way acquisition and construction. To receive federal funding, the projects must be in the TPO s adopted TIP. Attached are the following items: Recommended Resolution FL-AL FDOT Request for Amendment Page of the TIP as amended RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL-AL to approve the amendment to the FY10-14 TIP as presented. This action is recommended in order to allow authorization of the funding for this project.

22 RESOLUTION FL-AL A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION AMENDING THE FY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the organization designated by the Governors of Florida and Alabama as being responsible, together with the States of Florida and Alabama, for carrying out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for the Florida-Alabama 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 and the Governor of the State of Alabama, to the Federal Transit Administration, and through the State of Alabama and State of Florida to the Federal Highway Administration; and WHEREAS, the TIP is periodically amended to maintain consistency with the Florida and Alabama Departments of Transportation Work Program; and WHEREAS, authorization for federal funding of projects within an urbanized area cannot be obtained unless the projects are included in the TPO s TIP; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION THAT: The TPO amends its FY Transportation Improvement Program(s) modifying the project description and funding as follows: # Resurfacing on Ft. Pickens Road from Langdon Beach to Park Entrance Phase Code 2009/ / / / / /2015 TOTAL Fund Code 31 $1,000 $1,000 ER10 52 $680,057 $680,057 ER10 61 $13,600 $13,600 ER10 62 $140,499 $140,499 ER10 $694,657 $140,499 $0 $0 $0 $0 $835,156 Passed and duly adopted by the Florida- Alabama Transportation Planning Organization on this 9 th day of June FLORIDA- ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION ATTEST: BY: Grover C. Robinson IV, Chairman

23 Request for Amendment TPO Transportation Improvement Program Project ID # Name/Location Ft. Pickens Road Escambia County Resurfacing Limits: from Langdon Beach to Park Entrance Phase Code 2009/ / / / / /2015 TOTAL Fund Code 31 $1,000 $1,000 ER10 52 $680,057 $680,057 ER10 61 $13,600 $13,600 ER10 62 $140,499 $140,499 ER10 $694,657 $140,499 $0 $0 $0 $0 $835,156 Reconstruct Bike Lane/Paved shoulders damaged by TS IDA in November 2009 on Federal Lands FHWA Diaster ID # FL NPS, the project is funded with emergency relief for Federally owned roads (ERFO) funds per FHWA and National Park Service Gulf Islands National Seashore

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25 Florida-Alabama TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: June 9, 2010 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE C SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Adopt the Draft FL-AL FY Transportation Improvement Program (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: 23 Code of Federal Regulations , Chapter (7) Florida Statutes, Florida Alabama TPO Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Task C.1 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: The TPO updates and adopts the TIP each year for submittal to FDOT and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Projects within the urbanized area must appear in the TIP in order to receive state and federal funding. The FY TIP process began in September 2009 when a list of Project Priorities was submitted to FDOT. The Project Priorities were then used to develop the FDOT FY Tentative Five-Year Work Program. The Tentative Five-Year Work Program is the primary source of information for the TIP. The FDOT Work Program and the TIP are consistent with the TPO s adopted priorities to the extent feasible. Projects are based on FDOT maintenance requirements, the TPO s Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), Transportation Systems Management (TSM) studies, Enhancement Project Priorities, and Aviation, Port, and Transit Master Plans. Projects listed in the TIP are subject to amendment as required by the TPO at any time during the year. The TIP has been developed through coordination with FDOT and local governments. This year the TIP has been developed with the assistance of Data Transfer Solutions (DTS). DTS has developed an online, Interactive TIP Tool which includes projects, maps and provides the ability to search in a multitude of ways. The Interactive Map function is GIS-based and allows the user to see all of the projects within the TPO Planning Area; the map s Identify function allows the user to click on the projects for additional information. The Search the TIP function allows the user to create and download the TIP in PDF format. It also allows the user to create a custom report based on the search criteria selected. An Interactive TIP User s Manual can be accessed from the Interactive Map or through the Reports tab of the new site. The Revised Draft of the FL-AL FY Transportation Improvement Program was ed to the TPO and Advisory Committees on May 7 th, The revised draft is accessible through the Reports tab on the page listed below: Due to the large size of the TIP, staff will not be providing paper copies unless requested. To receive a paper copy of the TIP, please contact Elizabeth.shrey@wfrpc.org or x 213. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL- AL to adopt the FY TIP with any changes that may have been presented. This alternative is recommended because the TIP has been developed in coordination with FDOT and local governments and is consistent with the TPO Long Range Transportation Plan, Transportation Systems Management Priorities, Enhancement Project Priorities, and Aviation, Port and Transit Master Plans. The TIP is required to be submitted to FDOT by July 15, 2010.

26 RESOLUTION FL-AL A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION ADOPTING THE FY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the organization designated by the Governors of Florida and Alabama as being responsible, together with the States of Florida and Alabama, for carrying out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for the Florida-Alabama 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, and through the State of Florida to the Federal Highway Administration; and WHEREAS, the TIP is periodically amended to maintain consistency with the Florida Department of Transportation Work Program; and WHEREAS, authorization for federal funding of projects within an urbanized area cannot be obtained unless the projects are included in the TPO s TIP; and WHEREAS, the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) shall be endorsed annually upon a roll call vote by the TPO and submitted to the Governor of the State of Florida and the State of Alabama, to the Federal Transit Administration, and through the States of Florida and Alabama to the Federal Highway Administration; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION THAT: The TPO adopts the FY Transportation Improvement Program, with any changes thatmay have been presented. Passed and duly adopted by the Florida- Alabama Transportation Planning Organization on this 9th day of June FLORIDA- ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION BY: Grover C. Robinson IV, Chairman ATTEST:

27 Florida-Alabama TPO Agenda Enclosure Date: June 9, 2010 Approved for Submittal to TPO: ENCLOSURE D SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution FL-AL to Adopt the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Needs Assessment ORIGIN OF SUBJECT: Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama 2035 Long Range Transportation Plan Scope of Services LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACTION NEEDED: None BACKGROUND: The TPO updates the Long Range Transportation Plan every five years. The current Long Range Transportation Plan was adopted on December 14, The 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Scope of Services was approved by the TPO on April 9, Some of the tasks identified in the Long Range Transportation Plan Scope of Services are: Data Development, Goals and Objectives Land Use Alternatives, Financial Resources, Evaluation Criteria, 2035 Cost Feasible Plan, and 2035 Needs Assessment. The draft 2035 Needs Assessment was presented to the TPO and advisory committees at their March and April 2010 meetings as well as to the Focus Group meeting participants on February 18 th. In addition, five public workshops were held throughout the area during the week of April Lastly, A TCC workshop occurred on May 10 th to fine tune the draft 2035 Needs Assessment. A summary of the TCC Workshop is attached as well as the responses from the public workshops. Please visit the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan website. Please visit the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Facebook Page. In order to view the Facebook page you must creat an account with Facebook. Attached are the following: 11 X 17 Maps of the Draft 2035 Needs Assessment (Separate Attachments) Listing of the Draft 2035 Needs Assessment Projects Listing of Projects that were in the 2025 Needs Assessment but not Recommended for Inclusion in the 2035 Needs Assessment Summary of Public Workshop Comment Summary of TCC Workshop RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of a motion to authorize the TPO Chairman to sign Resolution FL- AL to adopt the 2035 Blueprint Florida-Alabama Long Range Transportation Plan Needs Assessment.

28 RESOLUTION FL-AL A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION ADOPTING THE 2035 BLUEPRINT FLORIDA- ALABAMA LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN NEEDS ASSESSMENT WHEREAS, the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the organization designated by the Governors of Florida and Alabama as being responsible, together with the States of Florida and Alabama, for carrying out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for the Florida-Alabama TPO Planning Area; and WHEREAS, the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) 2035 Long Range Transportation Plan is developed pursuant to Part 23 Section , Code of Federal Regulations and Section (6), Florida Statutes and is the transportation plan that contains needed and financially feasible projects for at least a 20 year planning horizon; and WHEREAS, the TPO authorized staff to present the 2035 Needs Assessment at five public workshops at its March 10, 2010 meeting: and WHEREAS, the 2035 Needs Assessment was presented and reviewed by the Focus Group members on February 18, 2010; and WHEREAS, the 2035 Needs Assessment contains multi-modal projects; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION THAT: The Florida-Alabama TPO adopts the 2035 Needs Assessment. Passed and duly adopted by the Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization on this 9 th day of June FLORIDA-ALABAMA TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION BY: Grover C. Robinson IV, Chairman ATTEST:

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32 April 19 22, 2010 Long Range Transportation Plan Needs Assessment Transportation Blueprint 2035 Public Workshops Summary Report Workshop Attendance (Signed-In) Lillian, AL 11 Escambia County AM 45 Escambia County PM 17 Santa Rosa County AM 33 Santa Rosa County PM 19 Total 125 Bay Crossing Survey Results 30 Forms Completed Option 1: Widen existing bridge to six-lanes 9 Option 2: Construct new four-lane toll bridge from just east of Naval Live Oaks to Gregory Street 10 Option 3: Construct a new four-lane toll bridge from Garcon Point to 9 th Ave. and widen the Garcon 1 Point Bridge to four-lanes Option 4: Do not widen the existing bridge or construct any new bridges spanning Pensacola or 3 Escambia Bay When asked: Would you support the study of an elevated US 98 through Santa Rosa County? 15 said yes, 6 said no, and 5 said would need more information Below is a summary of the 25 written comments collected Pensacola: Widen Main St. to 3 lanes between Barrancas Avenue & A St Widen Olive Rd. to 3 lanes between Davis Highway & Scenic Highway Downtown Milton: No to 4 lanes in downtown Milton Need a by-pass around Hwy 90 in downtown Milton from Hwy 90 (Glover Lane) to Ward Basin Rd. Should be walkable (no cars) Canal to Willing St. Milton: Need more sidewalks I-10: Need interchange at 9 th Ave. (II) Connect I-10 to I-65 for hurricane evacuation I-65: Create a feeder road from SR 87 is a great idea but location sensitive; need to maintain military readiness between Eglin AFB & Whiting Field US 98: Essential that US98 transportation network, including bridges, be adequate in the long term to sustain the needs of our military infrastructure In favor of 6 laning US98 SR 87: Extend SR 87 N, south to I-10 with four lanes creating a bypass of Bagdad.