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WELCOMEMetro Rail Expansion Project Public Open House Meeting
Comment during the meeting:Record your comment on a comment card
Mail comments to:Metro Rail Expansion Project
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority 181 Ellicott StreetBuffalo, NY 14203
Submit comments online or by email:www.NFTAMetroRailExpansion.com
railx@nfta.com
METRO RAIL HISTORY
NFTA proposes a 43 mile network of rapid transit rail lines, including a 14 mile line from Downtown Buffalo to Amherst
1960sNFTA updates Strategic Assessment to identify 4 corridors for future investmentAmherst ranks highest
2010GBNRTC initiates comprehensive Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) study to support AA
GBNRTC and NFTA hold stakeholder and community workshops to discuss TOD and smart growth opportunities along the proposed alignment
Metro Rail opens as a 6.4 mile light rail line from Downtown Buffalo to University Station
1985
NFTA initiates Transit Options Amherst-Buffalo Alternatives Analysis (AA) for Amherst corridor
2012
Metro Rail Concept
2017
Locally Preferred Alternative is refined, based on stakeholder input
2018
2017
NFTA completes 3-tier screening evaluation to identify Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA)Light rail ranks highest
2016
Strategic Assessment
Update
Transit-Oriented
Development Study
LPA Identified
LPA Refinement
SEQRA / NEPA PROCESS• An Environmental Impact Statement is being prepared in accordance with the
State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA)• Niagara Frontier Metro System, Inc is the lead agency for SEQRA review • EIS will be prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA) to allow future federal funding
2018 2019 2020
JANUARY JANUARY / FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL -
DECEMBER WINTER WINTER SPRING SUMMER
Establish Lead Agency
Scoping Comment
Period Begins /Scoping Meeting
Scoping Comment
Period Ends
Prepare DEIS
Release DEIS / Public Comment
Period Begins
Public Hearing
DEIS Public Comment
Period Ends
FEIS / Statement of
Findings
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
ACRONYMSDEIS Draft Environmental Impact StatementFEIS Final Environmental Impact Statement
NEPA National Environmental Policy ActSEQRA New York State Environmental Quality Review Act
SCHEDULE
2018 2019 2020
Locally Preferred Alternative
- Alternative Analysis (2013)- Transit Oriented Development Study (2017)- LPA Refinement (2018)
EnvironmentalReview
- Scoping- Draft Environmental Impact Statement- Final Environmental Impact Statement- Statement of Findings- Conceputal Engineering
ConceptualEngineering
- Right-of-way- Station site plans- Cost estimates- Utilities- Traffic
FTA Capital Investment Grants Program
- Project Development- 30% Engineering Design- Final design- Full funding grant agreement- Construction
2021 2025(dependent on funding)
Final Design and Construction
2030(dependent on funding)
PROPOSED ACTION
! Proposed Station
At-grade
Metro Rail Expansion
Existing Station!Existing Metro Rail Line
Proposed Park & Ride!!P
Tunnel
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Amherst
LaSalle!!
Amherst
Tonawanda
Buffalo
Cheektowaga
0 0.5 1 1.5Miles
Englewood Avenue
Englewood Avenue
Mille
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hway
Kensington A
venue
Kensington A
venue
Swee
t Hom
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Swee
t Hom
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Aud
ubon
Par
kway
Aud
ubon
Par
kway
Sheridan Drive
Maple Road
Nia
gara
Fal
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Egge
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oad
Baile
y Av
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Sweet Home
EllicottComplex
I-990
Maple
BoulevardMall
Eggert
Decatur
University
City and Town Boundary
¯Proposed Storage/Light Maintenance Facility
UB SOUTHCAMPUS
UB NORTHCAMPUS
Existing Park & Ride!!P
Eggert Road
Flint
Lee
Audubon Town Center
Lee
Flint
Kenmore AvenueKenmore Avenuek
Portal
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Main Street
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The Proposed Action extends the existing Metro Rail from University Station to I-990 and includes ten stations, two with park & ride facilities, and a storage/light maintenance facility.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS
Campus Connection: Extends 7 miles in 22 minutes from I-990 to University Station (additional 22 minutes from Erie Canal Harbor Station to University Station)
Job Access: 143,288 jobs are forecast to be accessibly by Metro Rail, adding to the 84,133 jobs accessible today
Regional Investment: $600 million of federal investment in our community
More Space to Live, Work, and Play: 8.4 million square feet of residential, retail office, and institutional offerings are projected along the corridor
A Growing Future: Billions of direct, indirect, and induced economic impact
Transit Access for Residents: 104,925 residents are forecast to live in the corridor in 2040 (68,084 live along the Metro Rail corridor today)
Sustainability and Reliability: Zero on-site air emissions, and is safer and more reliable than cars or buses, especially in the winter
One Seat Ride: No transfers while riding the line
STATION CONCEPTS
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I-990center platform
Audubon Town Centercenter platform
Ellicott Complexside platform
Leeside platform
Flintside platform
Sweet Homecenter platform
Mapleside platform
BoulevardMallside platform
Eggertside platform
Decaturside platform
University
NFTA administered a survey on station design and connections throughout the summer and received 457 responses. These responses have informed the station design.
Survey respondents noted a preference for center or side platform stations for reasons including user-friendliness, pedestrian access and safety, as well as cost.
Step 2: Identify Historic Properties
Step 3: Assess Adverse Effects
Step 4: Resolve Adverse Effects
Assess effects on historic resources
Apply criteria of adverse effect
Avoid, minimize, and mitigate adverse effects
Notify ACHP of adverse effectsCreate resolution document (MOA/PA)
NO
NO
NO
NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT SECTION 106 PROCESS
Step 1: Initiate the Process
Define undertaking Initiate Section 106Identify consulting parties Involve the public
Define project impact areaIdentify known historic properties and archaeological sites
CONSULTA
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Does the undertaking have the potential to cause effects?
Are historic properties present and affected?
Are historic properties adversely affected
Agreement (MOA/PA) or council comment
P R O C E S S C O M P L E T E
POTENTIAL HISTORIC RESOURCES
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3
! Proposed StationProposed Alignment
Metro Rail Expansion
Proposed Park & Ride!!P
Proposed Storage/Light Maintenance Facility
Existing Station!Existing Metro Rail Line
§̈¦990
§̈¦290
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290
§̈¦290
!!P
Eggert Road
Project Impact Area ¯0 0.5 1 1.5
Miles
1
1
5
Major Prevous Archaeological Survey*
Minor Prevous Archaeological Survey*
2
* Sourced from the State Historic Preservation Office of Cultural Resources Information System Database
Englewood Avenue
Englewood Avenue
Mille
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Sheridan Drive
Maple Road
Nia
gara
Fal
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ard
Egge
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Baile
y Av
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Sweet Home
EllicottComplex
I-990
Maple RidgeBoulevard
Mall
Eggert
Decatur
University
!!P
!!P
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Swee
t Hom
e Ro
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Swee
t Hom
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Aud
ubon
Par
kway
Aud
ubon
Par
kway
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Kenmore Avenue
2
1
4
3
FlintFlint
LeeLee
Audubon Town Center
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! Proposed StationProposed Alignment
Metro Rail Expansion
Proposed Park & Ride!!P
Proposed Storage/Light Maintenance Facility
Existing Station!Existing Metro Rail Line
§̈¦990
§̈¦290
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290
§̈¦290
!!P
Eggert Road
Project Impact Area
! Previously Surveyed Property*
Historic District
*Sourced from the State Historic Preservation Office Cultural Resource Information System database
¯0 0.5 1 1.5
Miles
Englewood Avenue
Englewood Avenue
Mille
rspor
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hway
Sheridan Drive
Maple Road
Nia
gara
Fal
ls Bo
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Egge
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Baile
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Sweet Home University
at Buffalo A
Universityat Buffalo B
EllicottComplex
Audubon
I-990
Maple RidgeBoulevard
Mall
Eggert
Decatur
University
!!P
!!P
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Swee
t Hom
e Ro
ad
Swee
t Hom
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Aud
ubon
Par
kway
Aud
ubon
Par
kway
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Kenmore Avenue
Kenmore Avenue
Larchmont Road
Niagara Falls Blvd
Allenhurst Road
Capen Blvd
Mai
n Stre
et
Capen Blvd Historic District
University at BuffaloSouth Campus
University ParkHistoric District
Architectural Resources Archaeological Resources
TRAFFIC ANALYSIS
Level of service (A-C)
Level of service (D)
Level of service (E-F)
An analysis of twenty intersections was conducted to determine the effects that the Proposed Action would have on traffic operations within the corridor. Level of service (LOS) is reported based on the average vehicle delay experienced at an intersection.
LOS A through D represent what is generally considered to be acceptable motorist delays. LOS E and F reflect congested to extremely congested traffic conditions. The results of traffic analysis for the PM peak period are shown here.
NOISE AND VIBRATION ANALYSIS
Analysis following Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment, September 2018
• Identified sensitive receptors (e.g., residences, schools, places of worship, historic buildings, and parks)
• Collected noise measurements
• Conducted outreach to determine vibration-sensitive activities or equipment
In-Progress
• Model future conditions during construction and operation of light rail expansion
• Determine potential mitigation measures
100
40
70
80
90
60
50
Outdoor Indoor
Rock Drill
Jack HammerConcrete Mixer
Air CompressorLawn Mower
Lawn TilerAir Conditioner
All at 50 ft All at 3 ft
Shop Tools, in use
Shop Tools, idling
Food Blender
Clothes Washer
Air Conditioner
Refrigerator
Rail Transit on Old Steel Structure 50 mph
Rail Transit HornRail Transit on Modern Concrete
Rail Transit At-Grade, 50 mphAerial Structure, 50 mph
City Bus, idling
Rail Transit in Station
All at 50 ft
POTENTIAL NOISE AND VIBRATION MITIGATION
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Mille
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Kensington A
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Kensington A
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Englewood Avenue
Englewood Avenue
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Amherst
Tonawanda
Buffalo
Cheektowaga
Potential Noise Impact ¯
LaSalle
Sheridan DriveSheri
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290
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Baile
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Aven
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Main
Stree
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Maple Road
0 0.5 1 1.5Miles
! Proposed StationProposed Alignment
Metro Rail Expansion
Existing Station!Existing Metro Rail Line
Proposed Park & Ride!!P
City and Town BoundaryProposed Storage/Light Maintenance Facility
LaSalle
!!P
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!!P
!!P
Existing Park & Ride!!P
Eggert Road
Aud
ubon
Par
kway
Aud
ubon
Par
kway
I-990
EllicottComplex
Sweet Home
Swee
t Hom
e Ro
ad
Swee
t Hom
e Ro
ad
Maple Boulevard
Mall
Nia
gara
Falls
Boul
evar
d
Eggert
Decatur
University
Flint
Lee
Audubon Town Center
Lee
Flint
The preliminary noise analysis has identified an area of potential impacts related to Metro Rail operations. NFTA is reviewing potential mitigation measures to reduce the area of potential impacts. Potential mitigation measures include the following:
• Noise barriers• Vehicle skirts• Eliminating at grade crossings• Strict maintenance of vehicles and track• New vehicles• Adjustments to Metro Rail operations (e.g., fewer trains, reduced speeds, safety measures)
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
Open House MeetingKick off meeting to
present the results of the Locally Preferred
Alternative re-evaluation
Scoping MeetingOpportunity for the public to provide comments on the
draft scope of work for the environmental impact statementOver 80 people attended and 33 comments were received
An additional station was added on Niagara Falls Boulevard based on public input
Pop Up Events • Allen Medical Campus Station• LaSalle Station• University Station• Metro Bus Route #34• University at Buffalo and community libraries
Stakeholder Group Meetings
Engaged over 700 peoplethrough meetings, pop-up events, and an interactive project website
Feb 2019
Dec 2018
• Audubon HOA• Buffalo Niagara Partnership• Hartford Estates / North Bailey HOA• Kenmore Rotary• Ken-Ton Chamber of Commerce• Tonawanda Neighborhood Watch• Willow Ridge Civic Association
JOHN JAMES AUDUBON PARKWAY CROSS SECTION
8’ shoulder 12’ SB Lane 12’ SB Lane 6’ shoulder
37’ median
113’
6’ shoulder 12’ NB Lane 12’ NB Lane
8’ shoulder
Existing Section at John James Audubon - Walton Woods
Proposed Section at John James Audubon - Walton Woods
120’ (proposed ROW)
113’ (existing ROW)
6’ shoulder
37’ median12’ NB Lane12’ SB Lane8’ shoulder 6’ clear 6’ clear15’ track CL totrack CL
3’ clear 4’ grass 10’ path
MAPLE ROAD CROSS SECTION
Existing Section at Maple Road - Hillcrest Drive
96’
Parking lot 13’ grass 4’ sidewalk 7’ grass 2’ gutter
10’ right TL
11’ WB Lane
11’ WB Lane
12’ Center TL
11’ EB Lane
11’ EB Lane
2’ gutter 20’ grass 6’ sidewalk 40’ landscaping
Proposed Section at Maple Road - Hillcrest Drive120’ (proposed ROW)
96’ (existing ROW)
Parking lot
9’ grass
5’ sidewalk
5’ grass
12’ WB Lane
12’ WB Lane
5’ bike lane
1’ clear
13’ platform
5’ clear
14’ track CL to track CL
5’ clear
13’ platform
1’ clear 12’ EB
Lane12’ EB Lane
5’ bike lane
5’ sidewalk
5’ grass
27’ landscaping
NIAGARA FALLS BOULEVARD CROSS SECTION
Existing Section NFB - North of Longmeadow Rd
79’
5’ sidewalk
3’grass 13’ SB Lane 12’ SB Lane 12’ Center TL12’ NB Lane 12’ NB Lane
5’ sidewalk
5’grass
Proposed Section NFB - North of Longmeadow Rd
81’ (proposed ROW)
79’ (existing ROW)
5’ sidewalk
3’grass 9’ shoulder 11’ SB Lane 14’ track CL to track CL 11’ NB Lane
3’ grass9’ shoulder6’ clear 6’ clear
4’ sidewalk
NIAGARA FALLS BOULEVARDCROSS SECTION
Existing Section NFB - Treadwell Side Platform
13’ SB Lane6’ sidewalk 12’ SB Lane 13’ SB Lane 12’ SB Left TL 4’ median 11’ NB Lane 12’ NB Lane 12’ NB Lane 7’ sidewalk2’ grass
Proposed Section NFB - Treadwell Side Platform
Parkinglot
5’ sidewalk
5’grass 5’ bike
lane11’ SB lane 11’ SB lane
2’ clear
13’ Platform
5’ clear14’ track CL to track CL 5’ clear 2’ clear
13’ platform11’ NB lane 11’ NB lane
5’ bike lane
5’ grass
6’ sidewalk
102’
129’ (proposed ROW)
102’ (existing ROW)
Parkinglot
SWEET HOME ROADCROSS SECTION
Existing Section Sweet Home North of I-90 Overpass
91’
5’ sidewalk
6’grass 5’ bike
lane11’ SB lane 11’ SB lane 15’ Center TL
11’ SB lane 11’ SB lane5’
sidewalk5’
grass6’ bike
lane
Proposed Section Sweet Home North of I-90 Overpass
95’ (proposed ROW)
91’ (existing ROW)
5’ sidewalk
5’ bike lane
11’ SB lane 11’ SB lane11’ NB lane 11’ NB lane
5’ bike lane
5’ sidewalk
3’ grass
7’ clear 14’ Track CL to Track CL
7’ clear
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