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APRIL 2020 REPORT (IN LIEU OF MONTHLY MEETING)

1. Executive Director’s Report

2. Financial Report

a. Monthly Financial Report (March 2020)

b. Year-to-Date Financial Report (July 2019-March 2020)

3. Draft Bowling Green Small Area Plan (FY20 Rural Work Plan product)

4. Draft FY21 Rural Work Plan

Next GWRC Meeting: Tentatively Scheduled for May 18, 2020

1. Executive Director’s Report

GEORGE WASHINGTON REGIONAL COMMISSION

Executive Director’s ReportApril 2020

COVID-19 RESPONSE AND IMPACT

• Office closed to the public March 17th.• All but one GWRC employee is teleworking 100% of

the time.• We have weekly virtual staff meetings, daily and

weekly activity reports, group lunches and “team” chats.

• We have conducted multiple meetings/sessions via electronic platforms – CoC quarterly meeting, FAMPO TAC information session, CTAC video report.

• All employees are able to access their desktop remotely, and all work calls go directly to their personal phones.

• All bills are being paid timely; remittances managed appropriately. All reports are being filed.

GWRC’s empty parking lot. Courtesy of the Free Lance-Star.

COVID-19 RESPONSE AND IMPACT: HIGHLIGHTS• GWRC is one of the PDC/MPO leads on working with VDOT to

alter deadlines and address public meeting and public hearing concerns.

• As a part of the VAPDC board of directors, we are advocating for legislative changes to allow regional organizations to host 100% virtual meetings.

• GO Virginia program has been retooled to increase approval process and focus on COVID-10 economic recovery.

• Additional homeless service funds have been secured to shelter high risk individuals in hotels.

• We had a phone call with Senator Kaine about COVID-19 related federal relief to the Commonwealth and local governments. We are working with his office on additional flexibility with new funding sources to maximize local creativity and regional effort.

• We had a CAO conference call with Congressman Wittman concerning earlier employee/employer and economic stimulus legislation.

• We are having conversations with DHCD about accessing existing and CARES Act CDBG funding for the region.

LINE OF BUSINESS REPORTS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

• GO Virginia program restarted and refocused on pandemic recovery.

• Reviewed and updated GO Virginia How to Handbook for Region 6.

• Managing project pipeline.– Region 6 will now have more applications than available

funding for the very first time. This is a significant milestone. (Kudos to Jen, FRA, NNPDC, and MPA).

– Recruiting new council members.– Conducting quarterly report meetings with recipients.– Managing contract extensions due to COVID-19.– Regular calls with economic development partners.

• Retooling the Good Jobs Here effort to allow for virtual work while also refocusing to take account of recovery in our regional plans.

LINE OF BUSINESS REPORTS: ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

• Submitted annual proposal for Coastal Zone Management funding. – Annual request: $34,500– Additional resiliency request: $30,000

• The entire grant will be matched with in-kind hours from partners and volunteers, so if awarded, this proposal will leverage additional funding without increasing GWRC’s financial obligation.

• Working with Friends of the Rappahannock to submit an application for a new grant through the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with UMW, Virginia Tech, and the City of Fredericksburg, to support some unique MS4 efforts in the region.

• Continued environmental strategic planning effort with a survey of regional partners. Answers will be used to aid the development of a regional, multi-year Coastal Zone Management Strategic Plan for GWRC and its localities.

LINE OF BUSINESS REPORTS: HUMAN SERVICES• Working with state partners to access additional state and federal funding

to respond to the pandemic. Most recently, the CoC was provided an additional $47,000 to support hotel vouchers for those who are unsheltered and most at risk of serious illness from COVID-19. The CoC is currently working with the state to access FEMA shelter funding as well.

• Leading an ad hoc COVID-19 discharge planning team. This team is focused on individuals who are discharged from the hospital, are symptomatic or COVID-19 positive but do not require continued hospitalization and are homeless or cannot go home for a variety of reasons and, therefore, require some temporary shelter. GWRC will likely also serve as the fiscal and oversight agent for this project.

• Partnering with SimVentions to develop new technology help for those experiencing homelessness during COVID-19.

• Coordinating the homelessness response system’s COVID-19 response by researching and providing information on best practices and holding weekly calls with the local providers (Empowerhouse, Loisann’s Hope House, Micah Ministries, and Thurman Brisben Center).

• Responding to state data and financial need requests, as well as individual provider questions.

LINE OF BUSINESS REPORTS: TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT

• Submitted AdVANtage FY20 3rd Quarter Report.– Received and managed $173,000 during the quarter.– Prepared and delivered insurance verification and

lienholder letters, as well as collection efforts, for AdVANtage.

– Planned AdVANtage rate increase delayed until FY22.

• Worked with DRTP on COVID-19 response.– Assisted with COVID-19 Van Save program

modification.

• Created new telework webpage content and expanded social media.

• Worked with marketing consultant to revamp current advertising and develop future strategies.

LINE OF BUSINESS REPORTS: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING - FAMPO AND RURAL WORK PLAN

• All SmartScale applications have been submitted to VDOT, for both FAMPO and GWRC – on time.

• Lafayette Blvd. Study, Part One – completed on time and $14,000 under budget.

• FY21 Rural Workplan developed and being provided to GWRC Board members for comment.

• Public Involvement Efforts and Outcomes FY21-24 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) document complete – on time.

NOTE: While several deadlines have been extended, there will be large items that have to be addressed by the Policy Committee in May and June.

LINE OF BUSINESS REPORTS: SPECIAL PROJECTS

• Affordable Housing: Continuing the work, but revamping the timeline and information-gathering strategy in light of COVID-19.

• Regional Census Complete Count Committee: the GWRC Region has the second highest response rate in the Commonwealth. Well above the State and National Average.

Planning District Commission 12-Apr 2010 Final % to 2010Northern Virginia PD 8 59.8% 73.2% 81.7%George Washingtion PD 16 55.9% 68.6% 81.5%PlanRVA PD 15 55.7% 72.1% 77.3%Central Virginia PD 11 53.6% 67.1% 79.9%Hampton Roads PD 23 52.6% 67.8% 77.6%Rappahannock-Rapidan PD 9 52.1% 58.4% 89.2%Roanoke Valley-Alleghany PD 5 52.1% 69.2% 75.3%Thomas Jefferson PD 10 50.9% 64.6% 78.8%Northern Shenandoah Valley PD 7 50.0% 65.8% 76.0%Crater PD 19 48.9% 66.8% 73.2%West Piedmont PD 12 48.0% 63.5% 75.6%Central Shenandoah PD 6 46.2% 63.1% 73.2%Mount Rogers PD 3 46.1% 62.9% 73.3%New River Valley PD 4 46.1% 65.4% 70.5%Commonwealth PD 14 45.7% 57.5% 79.5%Southside PD 13 44.7% 58.3% 76.7%Middle Peninsula PD 18 39.6% 46.1% 85.9%Northern Neck PD 17 36.9% 44.9% 82.2%Cumberland Plateua PD 2 35.2% 47.8% 73.6%Lenowisco PD 1 34.9% 53.2% 65.6%Accomack-Northampton PD 22 26.6% 35.7% 74.5%Average 46.7% 60.6% 77.2%

Virginia 53.7%United States 48.1%

Above State AverageAbove National AverageBelow National Average

Data manually inputted thus errors may exist.

COVID-19 RESPONSE AND IMPACT: GOING FORWARDOffering assistance to all five (5) jurisdictions and regional nonprofits in dealing with COVID response.

• Partnering with the Community Foundation on a needs assessment, data analysis and communication pieces about nonprofit needs and COVID-19 response in the region.

• Linda Millsaps and Jen Morgan assisting.

• Time billed to indirect and DHCD TA funding.

• National Fish and Wildlife grant application for a partnership project with Virginia Tech, Friends of the Rappahannock, the City of Fredericksburg and the University of Mary Washington to study MS4 waterside improvement BMPs to be piloted on the canal. No match is required and GWRC will retain an administrative fee if the grant is awarded.

• Working with Simventions on a new partnership with the CoC to bring technology to assist with supporting the homeless population during COVID-19.

– Linda Millsaps and Sam Shoukas assisting.

– Time billed to CoC and indirect.

• Developing regional CDBG grant ideas for consideration for existing and new CARES Act funds. (Current projects can be regional but require a jurisdiction sponsor. A waiver has been requested by DHCD to allow PDCs to be eligible for CARES Act CDBG funding). Partners we have engaged include FRA, United Way, Goodwill, Germanna Community College, UMW, and Community Foundation, and the Chamber.– We are reaching out to individual jurisdiction staff as projects ideas become more developed to explore county level

partnerships.

THANK YOU!

We understand that this is a very difficult time for

everyone, but especially public leaders. Thank you for

all you do for the region.

Be safe and “see” you in May!

Dr. Linda S MillsapsExecutive Director

2a. Monthly Financial Report

1:59 PM 04/10/20 Accrual Basis

George Washington Regional CommissionIncome Statement Budget vs. Actual

March 2020

Mar 20 Budget $ Over Budget % of Budget

Ordinary Income/Expense

Income

43400 · REVENUE

43410 · REV - Federal Contracts 40,901.48 171,762.63 -130,861.15 23.81%

43420 · REV - State Contracts 139,703.76 117,491.43 22,212.33 118.91%

43430 · REV- Local Government Contracts 20,606.81 23,097.98 -2,491.17 89.22%

43440 · REV - Miscellaneous Revenue 67,437.24 53,333.35 14,103.89 126.45%

43450 · REV -State Technical Assistance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.0%

43400 · REVENUE - Other 0.00 20,833.33 -20,833.33 0.0%

Total 43400 · REVENUE 268,649.29 386,518.72 -117,869.43 69.51%

44850 · Other Types of Income 0.00 4,764.48 -4,764.48 0.0%

Total Income 268,649.29 391,283.20 -122,633.91 68.66%

Gross Profit 268,649.29 391,283.20 -122,633.91 68.66%

Expense

60000 · Direct Expense

60100 · Salaries 41,642.10 66,838.67 -25,196.57 62.3%

60130 · Direct Fringe Benefits Expense 0.00 8,513.15 -8,513.15 0.0%

60250 · Fringe Benefits 0.00 40,114.77 -40,114.77 0.0%

60300 · Indirect Expense Allocation 0.00 43,668.12 -43,668.12 0.0%

60900 · Direct Business Expenses 9,576.31 9,529.93 46.38 100.49%

62110 · Direct Consultant Services 76,808.96 114,241.97 -37,433.01 67.23%

62800 · Facilities and Equipment 0.00 4,055.58 -4,055.58 0.0%

62840 · Equip Rental and Maintenance -80.00 91.67 -171.67 -87.27%

65000 · Direct Operations 3,286.12 4,359.42 -1,073.30 75.38%

65100 · Other Business Expenses 83,155.95 81,555.75 1,600.20 101.96%

65200 · Contingency/Carry Over Funds 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.0%

68300 · Travel and Meetings 449.80 286.11 163.69 157.21%

68301 · Conferences & Conventions 1,072.80 1,625.01 -552.21 66.02%

68320 · Travel 335.02 1,513.90 -1,178.88 22.13%

Total 60000 · Direct Expense 216,247.06 376,394.05 -160,146.99 57.45%

66000 · Payroll Expenses 0.00

70000 · Overhead Expense 25,478.05 17,557.00 7,921.05 145.12%

75030 · Fringe Benefits 26,924.18 0.00 26,924.18 100.0%

Total Expense 268,649.29 393,951.05 -125,301.76 68.19%

Net Ordinary Income 0.00 -2,667.85 2,667.85 0.0%Net Income 0.00 -2,667.85 2,667.85 0.0%

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George Washington Regional Commission Balance Sheet

March 31, 2020

Mar 31, 20

ASSETS

Current Assets

Checking/Savings10000 · Cash - Business Checking 283,109.63

Total Checking/Savings 283,109.63

Accounts Receivable11000 · A/R Accounts Receivable 253,619.07

Total Accounts Receivable 253,619.07

Total Current Assets 536,728.70

Fixed Assets15000 · Furniture & Equipment 62,348.77

Total Fixed Assets 62,348.77

TOTAL ASSETS 599,077.47

LIABILITIES & EQUITY

Liabilities

Current Liabilities

Accounts Payable20001 · Accounts Payable 54,860.15

Total Accounts Payable 54,860.15

Other Current Liabilities

24000 · Payroll Liabilities 48,283.25

25000 · Deferred Revenue 195,103.88

25999 · Atlantic Union Loans 11,732.85

Total Other Current Liabilities 255,119.98

Total Current Liabilities 309,980.13

Total Liabilities 309,980.13

Equity

30000 · Opening Balance Equity 143,284.12

32000 · Unrestricted Net Assets 145,813.22

Net Income 0.00

Total Equity 289,097.34

TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 599,077.47

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2b. Year-to-Date Financial Report


George Washington Regional Commission Income StatementBudget vs. Actual July 2019 - March 2020

Jul '19 - Mar 20 Budget $ Over Budget % of Budget

Ordinary Income/Expense

Income

43400 · REVENUE

43410 · REV - Federal Contracts 490,983.27 1,516,404.83 -1,025,421.56 32.38%

43420 · REV - State Contracts 881,871.92 1,075,896.11 -194,024.19 81.97%

43430 · REV- Local Government Contracts 166,275.65 204,259.18 -37,983.53 81.4%

43440 · REV - Miscellaneous Revenue 816,944.66 485,585.58 331,359.08 168.24%

43450 · REV -State Technical Assistance 0.00 56,978.25 -56,978.25 0.0%

43400 · REVENUE - Other 0.00 187,499.97 -187,499.97 0.0%

Total 43400 · REVENUE 2,356,075.50 3,526,623.92 -1,170,548.42 66.81%

44840 · Investments 264.27

44850 · Other Types of Income 0.00 42,880.00 -42,880.00 0.0%

Total Income 2,356,339.77 3,569,503.92 -1,213,164.15 66.01%

Gross Profit 2,356,339.77 3,569,503.92 -1,213,164.15 66.01%

Expense

60000 · Direct Expense

60100 · Salaries 386,575.00 593,932.39 -207,357.39 65.09%

60130 · Direct Fringe Benefits Expense 0.00 65,177.08 -65,177.08 0.0%

60170 · VRS Retirement 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.0%

60185 · Hybrid ICMA 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.0%

60250 · Fringe Benefits 0.00 354,246.55 -354,246.55 0.0%

60300 · Indirect Expense Allocation 0.00 400,331.52 -400,331.52 0.0%

60900 · Direct Business Expenses 81,401.72 85,769.29 -4,367.57 94.91%

62110 · Direct Consultant Services 322,715.65 1,019,844.11 -697,128.46 31.64%

62800 · Facilities and Equipment 12,752.43 34,333.40 -21,580.97 37.14%

62840 · Equip Rental and Maintenance 22,971.33 16,410.58 6,560.75 139.98%

65000 · Direct Operations 11,777.13 37,368.04 -25,590.91 31.52%

65100 · Other Business Expenses 892,873.88 734,001.79 158,872.09 121.65%

65200 · Contingency/Carry Over Funds 3,762.52 0.00 3,762.52 100.0%

68300 · Travel and Meetings 5,893.06 2,341.69 3,551.37 251.66%

68301 · Conferences & Conventions 7,514.19 12,125.03 -4,610.84 61.97%

68320 · Travel 5,045.93 12,458.31 -7,412.38 40.5%

Total 60000 · Direct Expense 1,753,282.84 3,368,339.78 -1,615,056.94 52.05%

66000 · Payroll Expenses 0.00

70000 · Overhead Expense 290,599.35 193,122.61 97,476.74 150.47%

75000 · Indirect Expense 0.00

75030 · Fringe Benefits 312,457.58 0.00 312,457.58 100.0%

Total Expense 2,356,339.77 3,561,462.39 -1,205,122.62 66.16%

Net Ordinary Income 0.00 8,041.53 -8,041.53 0.0%Net Income 0.00 8,041.53 -8,041.53 0.0%

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3. Draft Bowling Green Small Area Plan

BOWLING GREEN

SMALL AREA PLAN

GEORGE WASHINGTON REGIONAL COMMISSION Planning District 16

Draft Document April 2020

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The Bowling Green Small Area Plan Document is part of the George Washington Regional Commission Fiscal Year 2020 Rural Work Plan,

Section 3.2, which directs staff:

Small Area Plan Study for Bowling Green and Port Royal (Caroline County) – To complete the

transportation element of small area plans for Bowling Green and Port Royal which would also include

linkages to economic development opportunities and opportunity zone tax incentives and a study of

potential bicycle/pedestrian improvements. Per VDOT request, the Port Royal plan can not start until the

VDOT US 301 study for Port Royal is completed in early FY-20. This activity scheduled to carry over to the

FY-21 Rural Work Program.

Work done by:

Kari Barber

Matthew Lehane

Jordan Chandler

Matthew Decatur

Photo on title page by Mandi Lawrence,

used with permission

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Introduction

Bowling Green is intent on improving its economic vitality and quality of life. Flanked by U.S. 301 and Rt. 207 and

bisected by Route 2, Bowling Green’s environment is greatly impacted by these thoroughfares and as they grow and

change, the Town will both benefit from that growth and will need to adapt to it.

This Plan will review the existing transportation system in the Town of Bowling Green, including defining each

highway’s functional classification system and giving an explanation of its significance; providing traffic counts and

projections to 2040 for major highways, and providing an inventory of roadways and sidewalks. Further, this chapter

will recommend a number of improvements to the transportation system including bicycle, pedestrian and roadway

improvements.

The Highway Network Bowling Green is located approximately 10 miles to the east of Interstate 95 and 19 miles south of the City of

Fredericksburg. Major access roadways include Route 301, Route 207 and Route 2 (See Map 1, Highway Network).

The Route 301/Route 207 bypass provides access to Bowling Green from the east, south and west while Route 2

provides access from the north. The Town has approximately 5.0 miles of primary highways and 5.6 miles of

secondary highways.

Primary Highways in the area include Route 301, Route 207 and Route 2. All other highways are designated as

secondary highways. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) maintains the majority of streets and

highways in Bowling Green, including Courthouse Lane which was recently accepted into the state system. Trewalla

Lane is the only Town-maintained street.

Traffic Counts Traffic counts in Bowling Green encompass the major roadways falling under VDOT’s functional classification

system.

From 2007 to 2018, average annual daily traffic stayed relatively steady on primary and secondary roadways around

Bowling Green (Table 6-1). The Governor Harry “Nice” Bridge replacement, which is slated to open in 2023, will

significantly increase traffic in the area and by 2040 traffic is projected to double on Bowling Green’s major roadways

(Table 6-2). For more, see Map 2.

Table 6-1: Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT)

Route From To AADT Year AADT Year AADT Year

Primary

Highways

1 Rt 2 Rt 301 Bus. NCL Bowling

Green

6300 2007 5700 2013 6400 2018

2 Rt 207 Rt 207 Bus. Re 301 8400 2007 8600 2013 9100 2018

3 Rt 207 Bus. WCL Bowling

Green

Rt 2/ Rt 301 Bus. 4900 2007 4300 2013 5100 2018

4 Rt 301/ Rt 2 SCL Bowling

Green

Rt 2 5400 2007 5300 2013 6500 2018

5 Rt 301 Bus. Rt 2 SCL Bowling Green 5200 2007 4600 2013 5400 2018

Table 6-1 cont’d page 6

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6 Rt 301 Rt 301 Bus. N Rt 608 12000 2007 11000 2013 11000 2018

Secondary

Highways

7 Milford St. Rt 207 WCL Bowling

Green

530 2007 520 2013 450 2018

8 Milford St. WCL Bowling

Green

Rt 301 Bus. S 1500 2007 1400 2013 1200 2018

9 Chase St. Rt 301 Bus. Ennis St. 1300 2007 1100 2013 1300 2018

10 Chase St. Ennis St. Rt 301 800 2007 660 2013 670 2018

11 Maury Ave. Rt 216 Rt 301 440 2007 500 2013 500 2018

12 Anderson

Ave.

Milford St. Rt 207 1100 2007 1300 2013 1300 2018

13 Davis Ct. N. Main St Dead End 590 2007 570 2013 570 2018

14 Courthouse

Ln

Ennis St. Rt 1229 1100 2007 920 2013 920 2018

Source: Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) – AADT and VMT Publications

Table 6-2: Route 301 and Route 207 Arterial Preservation Study

Functional Classifications Rural highways in Virginia are classified by Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) according to function

based upon a system developed by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

(AASHTO). The following is a short description of each of the classifications. These classifications are also shown on

the Highway Classification map (Map 3).

Principal Arterial highways provide an integrated network of roads that connect principal metropolitan areas and

serve virtually all urban areas with a population greater than 25,000. They serve long distance travel demands such

as state-wide and interstate travel. The only principal arterial route directly serving Bowling Green follows Route 207

to the Route 301 bypass, includes the bypass, and then continues northeast along Route 301.

Minor Arterial highways link cities and large towns and provide an integrated network for intrastate and intercounty

service. They supplement the principal arterial system so that all demographic areas are

Segment From To 2007 2009 2011 2013 2015 2017 2040

Route 722

MilfordBus SR 207 12,000 11,000 11,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 23,500

Bus SR 207US 301

Richmond Tpke8,400 8,000 8,400 8,900 9,100 9,000 18,000

SR 207

Bus US 301, Bus

SR 207

Broaddus Ave

11,000 10,000 11,000 11,000 11,000 10,000 19,600

Bus US 301, Bus

SR 207

Broaddus Ave

NCL Bowling

Green; 16-608

Lakewood Rd

12,000 11,000 8,500 11,000 12,000 11,000 21,600

VA 207

US 301

Caroline County Traffic Counts 2007-2040

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within a reasonable distance of an arterial highway and are intended as routes that have minimum interference to

through movement. Route 301/Route 2 to the south of Bowling Green, Route 301 Business from the bypass to Route

2, and Route 2 north are classified as minor arterial highways.

Direct access to properties from arterials is discouraged. Access to adjacent properties should occur through the

utilization of access management techniques such as internal, frontage, or service roads; shared entrances; and

limitations on the number, location, and spacing of entrances.

Major Collector highways provide service to any county seat, large towns, or other major traffic generators not served

by the arterial system. They provide links to the higher classified routes and serve as important intra-county travel

corridors. Major collectors include Route 301 Business from the intersection of Route 2 to the bypass, Route 207

Business, and Route 619 (Chase Street) between the Route 301 Bypass and Main Street.

Minor Collector highways collect traffic from local streets and bring all developed areas within a reasonable distance

of a collector road. They provide service to small communities and link important local traffic generators with the rural

areas. The closest roadways to minor collectors in Bowling Green are Lakewood Drive (Route 608) and Milford

Street.

Local Streets provide access to adjacent land and serve travel of short distances as compared to the higher systems,

and typically collect traffic from local subdivision roads and carry these vehicles to adjacent neighborhoods and

arterial roads. The design of the roadway and adjacent development should minimize potential conflicts between

vehicles and pedestrians. All of the remaining streets in Bowling Green are classified as local.

The intended functional classification of a road plays a role in the determination of recommended right-of-way widths.

Recommended right-of-way widths based upon VDOT standards are shown in the adjacent table, table 6-3.

Table 6-3: Recommended Rights of Way

Functional Classification Recommended Right of Way Widths

Principal Arterials 120 to 200 feet

Minor Arterials 90 to 120 feet

Major Collectors 70 to 90 feet

Minor Collectors 70 to 90 feet

Local Streets 40 to 80 feet

Source: VDOT Geometric Design Standards

Roadway Safety

Statewide, safety needs are assessed by identifying a roadway’s Potential for Safety Improvement (PSI). The top

intersections and roadway segments from each VDOT construction district are ranked. Scores are determined by

number of actual crashes minus the number of predicted crashes for that type of intersection or roadway and the

traffic volumes. See Map 4, PSI Intersections, for more details.

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Recommendations

There are a number of specific trouble spots and deficiencies on the Town's road network and system of sidewalks

which will likely necessitate improvements over the next several years. The potential improvements discussed below

range from changes in lane striping to the installation of curb and gutter along several well-traveled Town roads. The

following is a short summary of each recommended improvement.

1. New Town Block - To open new areas for commercial development downtown and to improve traffic circulation, it

is recommended that the Town investigate the feasibility of constructing a new street(s) between Main Street and

Milford Street. An investigation of public and private funding sources to construct the new street(s) should be studied.

2. Maury Avenue - The combination of roadway width and pavement conditions along Maury Avenue often pose

significant safety problems, especially when vehicles are parked alongside the street. There are several potential

options for Maury Avenue, including installing a curb and gutter, lowering the speed limit, conversion to a private

street, or even a residential shared street (see description of residential shared streets in the Annex). A discussion

needs to be held with the residents of Maury Ave to determine the best solution.

3. White Street - With the construction of the Bowling Green Plaza Shopping Center, traffic on White Street has

increased significantly. Vehicles traveling westbound on Milford Street are using Maury Avenue to White Street to

Anderson Ave to avoid stopping at the light at Milford Street and Main Street.

4. Chase Street - Due to a great deal of pedestrian traffic, the installation of new sidewalks along Chase Street which

connect to the street's existing sidewalks are recommended. This pedestrian traffic is due in part to the apartments

located along the easternmost section of the street. In addition, curb and gutter are also recommended for the

easternmost section of this street between Butler Street and Route 301.

5. Courthouse Lane - To facilitate drainage and preserve the edge of the existing road surface, the installation of curb

and gutter are recommended for Courthouse Lane between Butler Street and Route 301.

6. Travis Street - Sight distance problems along Travis Street will likely necessitate the clearing of brush and other

vegetation along several stretches of the street. Travis Street experiences a great deal of cut-through traffic to

Courthouse Lane.

7. Sidewalk Extensions – The Town should pursue the addition of sidewalks on North and South Main Street into the

annexed areas.

8. Sidewalk Maintenance – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) completed a general upgrade of

sidewalks in 2017 and brought downtown sidewalks into ADA compliance in 2019. Further upgrades are slated for

later in 2020.

The following recommendations were prepared by VDOT in 2018 as part of a larger study of the US 301/Route 207

Corridor in Caroline and King George County. See Recommended Improvements, Map 5, and 301/207 Aerial photos

in the Appendix for more information.

Intersection #16: W Broaddus Avenue with Route 207

▪ The intersection should be evaluated further as development occurs within the Town of

Bowling Green and the surrounding area.

Intersection #17: Route 2 Ramp with US 301

▪ Reconfigure the intersection to a Continuous Green-T (CGT) intersection to accommodate

left-turning vehicles from eastbound Route 2 Ramp

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▪ The Town of Bowling Green has two intersections directly on US 301, Chase Street and

Courthouse Lane, that do not meet spacing standards and has a significant history of

crashes

▪ The CGT provides safe and efficient movements, thus encouraging traffic to utilize Route

2 ramp due to reconfigure intersections at Chase Street and Courthouse Lane

Intersection #18: Chase Street with US 301 (Round 4 SMART SCALE application)

▪ Chase Street and Courthouse Lane do not meet VDOT Road Design Manual spacing standards

and have a significant history of crashes. Westbound Chase Street does not have immediate

access (<20 min) to southbound US 301; therefore, keeping as much access for westbound Chase

Street is preferred

Option 1: Reconfigure the intersection to a Continuous Green-T (CGT) to accommodate left-

turning vehicles from westbound Chase Street. Reconfigure the eastbound approach to right-

in/right-out only.

Option 2: Reconfigure the intersection to a Partial Restrict Crossing U-Turn (RCUT) to

accommodate left-turning and through vehicles from westbound Chase Street. Reconfigure

the eastbound approach to right-in/right-out only. Reconfigure the intersection of Courthouse

Lane to permit lefts-in and U-turns.

Intersection #19: Courthouse Lane with US 301

▪ Chase Street and Courthouse Lane do not meet VDOT Road Design Manual spacing standards

and have a significant history of crashes. The existing turn lanes does not meet the VDOT Road

Design Manual’s minimum standard for turn lane storage and taper lengths

Option 1: Eliminate the existing crossover and convert to traversable median for emergency

vehicles only. Reconfigure the intersection to right-in/right-only. Lengthen the existing

southbound US 301 right-turn lane.

Option 2: Reconfigure the intersection of Courthouse Ln to permit lefts-in and U-turns from

northbound US 301 and right-in/right-outs onto and from southbound US 301. Lengthen the

existing southbound US 301 right-turn lane.

Intersection #20: W Broaddus Avenue with US 301

▪ Eliminate the southbound US 301 left-turn lane and extend the median stop bar towards US 301

mainline to improve sight distance.

▪ Inadequate sight-distance from the westbound approach, looking northbound, creates difficult

movement through the intersection.

Area between W Broaddus Avenue and Lakewood Road

▪ Consolidate and eliminate crossovers and convert area to a Restricted Crossing U-Turn (RCUT)

superstreet as development occurs

▪ Multiple crossovers do not meet the VDOT Road Design Manual spacing standards.

▪ The area has been designated as a development area by the Town of Bowling Green.

Consolidating accesses and utilizing the superstreet concept will comply with VDOT standards and

promote safe and efficient traffic operations.

Intersection #21: Lakewood Road with US 301

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▪ Extend the existing US 301 turn lanes. Evaluate the US 301 northbound right-turn lane based on

future expansion of Fort A.P. Hill. Lengthen all existing turn lanes on Route 207. Evaluate the

intersection as development occurs and reconfigure to Restricted Crossing U-Turn (RCUT).

▪ Existing turn lanes do not meet the VDOT Road Design Manual’s minimum standard for turn lane

storage and taper lengths.

▪ The Town of Bowling Green designated this area as a development area. Consolidating accesses

and utilizing the superstreet concept will comply with VDOT standards and promote safe and

efficient traffic operations.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Creating a safe and inviting community to walk and bike makes Bowling Green a healthier and more enjoyable place

for the people who live there and is a boon to economic development as well. As Bowling Green seeks to revitalize

its downtown, it will need to take proactive steps to retain and improve its friendly, walkable character as traffic

increases.

The Town has a relatively extensive sidewalk system in place, most of which is maintained by VDOT (See Map 6,

Existing Sidewalks). Bowling Green is working with VDOT to complete gaps and to extend the network to create a

more walkable environment downtown and in residential districts and to ensure the remaining sidewalks are kept in a

serviceable and safe condition.

For bicyclists, the town will be working with VDOT to create safer conditions with signage and pavement markings, as

well as completing the bike lane on Broaddus Ave when feasible.

Recommendations

Increased traffic on US 301 from widening Governor Harry Nice Bridge will challenge Bowling Green’s Main Street

walkable character. To help mitigate those impacts, safety improvements are recommended for a number of

downtown streets and intersections, detailed below. See Bicycle and Pedestrian Needs, Map 7, for more information.

Crossing Recommendations:

Broaddus Ave and Anderson:

▪ Add a ladder-style/continental crosswalk on Anderson and Pedestrian-activated Signal on

Broaddus (Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon- RRFB)

Broaddus Ave and Main St:

▪ Five continental crosswalks and an appropriate pedestrian signal phase TBD (see

accompanying documentation), no turn on red during ped signal phase for slip lane. Adequate

night-time lighting levels.

Broaddus Ave and Travis St:

▪ Crosswalk and pedestrian-activated signal (RRFB). Adequate night-time lighting levels.

Main St/ Milford St/Chase St:

▪ Four continental crosswalks, an appropriate pedestrian signal phase, nighttime lighting.

Main and Oak Ridge St:

▪ Continental crosswalk/raised crosswalk and Advance Yield Here To (Stop Here For)

Pedestrians Sign and yield (stop) Line, in street pedestrian crossing sign, adequate night-time

lighting levels.

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Main St and Maury Ave:

▪ Continental crosswalk/raised crosswalk and Advance Yield Here To (Stop Here For)

Pedestrians Sign and yield (stop) Line, in street pedestrian crossing sign, adequate night-time

lighting levels

Courthouse Ln and Travis St:

▪ Continental Crosswalk, Pedestrian crossing sign

Chase St and Ennis St:

▪ Continental Crosswalk, Pedestrian crossing sign, adequate night-time lighting levels

Main St and Courthouse Ln:

▪ Continental Crosswalk, Advance Yield Here To (Stop Here For) Pedestrians Sign, adequate

night-time lighting levels

Roadway Improvements

Broaddus Ave:

▪ Complete bike lane on Broaddus to intersection of Main Street. 1 Add section of sidewalk at

intersection east of Main.

Anderson Ave:

▪ Shared Roadway Signage and Sharrows

Milford St:

▪ Complete the sidewalks west of Anderson connecting to Elliot Drive. Shared road signage and

Sharrows west of Main St.

Maury Ave:

▪ Complete the sidewalk. Alternatively, consider a residential shared street, dropping speed limit

Elliot Dr:

▪ Sidewalk on one side

White St:

▪ Sidewalk on one side

Main St:

▪ Shared Road Signage and Sharrows from Broaddus to Lafayette Ave. Shoulder improvements

south of that to 301. Bring all existing sidewalks and crossings into ADA compliance.

Courthouse Ln:

▪ Complete sidewalks to apartment complex

Ennis St, Butler St, Lee St, Martin St:

▪ Complete the sidewalk

Chase St:

▪ Complete the sidewalk east of Butler Street to the apartment complex.

1 VDOT Complete Streets: Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Guidelines, Bus Stop Design and Parking Guidelines, p A(1)-13, Right turn lane design p A(1)-21 (Annex)

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Commuter Options

GWRideConnect is a program designed to promote ridesharing and provide commuting information for all non-single

occupancy vehicle modes of transportation to residents of Planning District 16 which includes Caroline, King George,

Spotsylvania and Stafford Counties as well as the City of Fredericksburg. GWRideConnect assists people who are

seeking transportation from the George Washington Regional Commission (GWRC) area to employment locations,

including the Washington (DC-MD-VA) and Richmond metropolitan areas. GWRideConnect also assists residents in

commuting to employment centers within the GWRC area.

It is the primary goal of the program to place commuters in various modes of mass transportation to eliminate their

single occupancy vehicles from the highways. To foster this goal, the program assists in the creation of new

commuter pools (cars, vans and buses) and works to keep these pools successfully operating. The closest VDOT

maintained commuter parking lot to Bowling Green is located at the intersection of Route 1 and Route 207 in Carmel

Church. The lot has 50 spaces. Leased commuter lots are located at 8051 Prosperity Way in Ladysmith and at 3411

Shannon Park Drive next to Shannon Airport in Spotsylvania. These lots have 25 spaces and 35 spaces

respectively. Free parking passes are required to utilize the leased spaces and are obtained by contacting

GWRideConnect. One private commuter bus line offers daily service to Washington from commuter lots in

Spotsylvania County on Route 208 and Route 3.

Rail/Bus/Air Service

Although Virginia Railway Express (VRE) and Amtrak do not serve any stations in Caroline County, stops are made

just over the line at the stations in Spotsylvania, to the north, and Ashland in Hanover County, to the south. Eight

VRE passenger trains travel between Union Station in Washington and Spotsylvania Station in Spotsylvania County

each day. Additionally, five Amtrak trains travel between the Fredericksburg Station and Union Station in Washington

DC, stopping only at Quantico, Woodbridge, and Alexandria in between.

Bus service to Richmond and Washington from the area is provided by Greyhound Bus Lines. The closest station is

located in Fredericksburg. Locally, Fredericksburg Regional Transit (FRED) provides bus services throughout the

region. Caroline County has paid into FRED and been part of its service route in the past and may choose to again.

The closest major airport to the Town is Richmond International Airport. General aviation airports in the area include

Shannon Airport in Fredericksburg, Stafford Regional Airport in Stafford County, and the Hanover Airpark in Hanover

County.

Appendix:

Aerial Photos from the

VDOT 301/207 Arterial Preservation Study

highlighting intersection recommendations for the

Town of Bowling Green

(all following images from VDOT)

4. Draft FY21 Rural Work Plan

DRAFT

Approved by GWRC Board on xx/xx/xx

George Washington Regional Commission

FY-2021 Rural Transportation Planning Work Program (RWP) July 01, 2020 – June 30, 2021

FY-2021 Rural Transportation Planning Work Program

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Purpose and Objective The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) allocates part of the State Planning and Research (SPR) funding to provide annual transportation planning assistance for non-urbanized areas within the Commonwealth. The Rural Transportation Planning (RTP) Program was created to aid the State in fulfilling the requirements of the State Planning Process to address the transportation needs of non-metropolitan areas. Funds appropriated under 23 U.S.C. 307(c) (SPR funds) are used in cooperation with the Department of Transportation, Commonwealth of Virginia for transportation planning as required by Section 135, Title 23, U.S. Code. These Federal funds provide 80 percent funding and require a 20 percent local match. In FY-2021 each planning district commission (PDC) / regional commission that has rural area will receive $58,000 from VDOT’s Rural Transportation Planning Assistance Program. The corresponding PDC / regional commission will provide a local match of $14,500 to conduct rural transportation planning activities. This resource may be supplemented with additional planning funds. The arrangement of all such funds involves the development of a scope of work, approval and other coordination in the Transportation & Mobility Planning Division’s (TMPD) administrative work programs. The scope of work shall include specific activities as requested by VDOT and/or the Federal Highway Administration. The scope of work may also include activities or studies addressing other transportation planning related issues that may be of specific interest to the region. The criteria for the determination of eligibility of studies for inclusion as part of this work program are based upon 23 U.S.C. 307 (c), SPR. This Rural Transportation Planning Work Program (RWP) outlines transportation planning efforts in the rural localities within Planning District 16 which includes King George County, Caroline County, the Towns of Bowling Green and Port Royal. The work activities detailed in this document were developed by George Washington Regional Commission (GWRC) staff in coordination with VDOT, planning staff from rural localities, and the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (FAMPO) Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). The FAMPO TAC will serve as the advisory body for transportation issues and make recommendations to both the FAMPO Policy Committee and GWRC Board. The GWRC will implement the requirements of the FY-2021 agreement with VDOT for the utilization of Federal/SPR Funds.


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1.0 FY_2021 - Program Administration ($5,000.00) Background and Objective: The purpose of these work elements is to provide oversight of the program and facilitate regional participation and consensus building on transportation-related issues through a continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated planning process. The staff of the GWRC will coordinate all regional rural transportation activities, as well as maintain all records, process all correspondence, and create quarterly progress reports/invoices associated with these activities.

1.1 Program Management - Provide fiscally sound management and accountability of SPR funds through in-house accounting and control and quarterly reports to VDOT. Deliverable - Quarterly Reports and Invoices for the FY-2021 Rural Transportation Program as well as the development of the FY-2022 RWP. $2,500

1.2 Regional Coordination - Maintain contacts and attend meetings with the Regional

stakeholders, including local government officials/staff, regional agencies, neighboring PDC’s, VDOT representatives, and other federal, state and local agencies concerning transportation issues. Deliverables - Coordination of rural transportation planning activities with metropolitan planning activities taking place within GWRC as well as the Commonwealth of Virginia and neighboring PDCs. $2,500

SPR Funds (80%) $4,000.00 PDC Funds (20%) $1,000.00 _____________________________________________________________________ Total Budgeted Expenditure for Program Administration $5,000.00


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2.0 FY_2021 - Program Activities ($67,500.00) Background and Objective: Address regionalized transportation issues that are identified by the Transportation TAC and the PDC. Individual projects and work elements are described below: 2.1 VDOT Statewide Planning Assistance and Coordination - $10,000.00 Required Tasks

• Complete any unfinished tasks from FY-20 RWP.

• Participate in VTrans webinars and Smart Scale Regional Meetings. • Participate in meetings with VDOT staff regarding Title VI and Environmental

Justice (EJ) compliance.

• Participate in the Fall Transportation Meeting held in GWRC region and provide a display to serve as outreach to the region’s citizens.

• Participate in any additional outreach meetings that may arise and provide / review data as requested by VDOT throughout the fiscal year.

• Participate with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and VDOT on

meeting performance measure goals.

• Work with VDOT staff in identifying locations for corridor studies and Arterial Management Plans base on safety and congestions data.

Subtotal Task 2.1 SPR Funds (80%) $8,000.00 PDC Funds (20%) $2,000.00 _____________________________________________________________________ Total Budgeted Expenditure for Program Administration $10,000.00


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2.2 Local and Regional Analysis and Support - $12,500.00 Background and Objective: Address regionalized transportation issues that are identified by the FAMPO TAC, the PDC and the rural localities in the Region. Maintain the upkeep of the 2050 Rural Long-Range Transportation Plan (RLRTP) and provide assistance with planning and analytical support for the rural localities in GWRC. Individual projects and work elements are described below: 2.2.1 Local Transportation Planning and Analysis Support - Provide support and guidance

to local governments in local planning efforts, identifying and developing rural transportation projects with technical assistance in cost estimating and transportation planning and analysis, including Geographic Information System (GIS) analysis and mapping. Additionally, GWRC staff will assist rural localities with initial application development for SMART Scale, Revenue Sharing, Transportation Alternatives, and other State transportation funding programs as needed. Deliverables – Technical memorandums, GIS data and mapping. $8,000.00

2.2.2. Regional and Long-Range Transportation Planning – Maintain the 2050 RLRTP in

concurrence with updates from the FY 20-25 Six-Year Improvement Program (SYIP), the US 301/Route 207 Corridor Study, and other completed studies. Deliverables – Maintain the RLRTP $4,500.00

Subtotal Task 2.2 SPR Funds (80%) $10,000.00 PDC Funds (20%) $2,500.00 _______________________________________________________________ Total Budgeted Expenditure for Program Activities $12,500.00


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2.3 Caroline and King George Transportation Studies - $45,000.00 Background and Objective: Address Caroline and King George transportation study needs and link to economic development opportunities, including Opportunity Zone tax incentives, where possible. GWRC will begin to work with Caroline and King George Counties on the work elements in FY-21 as shown below in priority order for each county. It is envisioned that although these work efforts could all begin in FY-21, that some of the work would carry over into the FY-22 and be completed in the FY-22 RWP. King George County 2.3.1 Feasibility of reinstating Fredericksburg Regional Transit (FRED) service – To

assist with initial planning, GIS support, and data analysis of potential bus routes in the County in coordination with FRED. Deliverables – Support communication with FRED and creation of a baseline study to determine the feasibility of reinstating service in King George County.

2.3.2 King George Industrial Park – GWRC staff will work with County staff to develop a foundational plan for utilizing EDA-owned land in the King George Industrial park. This study effort will explore the possibility of developing a commuter train station along the existing rail line. Deliverables – Coordination of meetings with stakeholders to support this effort; study report and presentation to King George County staff and GWRC.

2.3.3 Commuter Bike Path along Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail – To assist with planning, GIS support, and initial data analysis for the project. With this analysis, County staff and stakeholders will have information to make decisions around possibilities for the trail in coming years. Additionally, GWRC staff will assist with identifying potential funding sources. Deliverables - Study report and presentation to King George County staff and GWRC.

Caroline County 2.3.4 Bicycle and Pedestrian Small Area Plan for Ladysmith – To complete a study of

potential bicycle and pedestrian improvements with recommendations for Ladysmith, the most populous part of Caroline County and a designated growth zone. Deliverables – Start study with planned completion in FY-21. Study report and presentation to Caroline County and GWRC.


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2.3.5 Route 2 Corridor Study – GWRC staff will work with VDOT to conduct a safety and capacity study for the corridor using GIS and VDOT’s Statewide Planning System data. Study potential to link proposed transportation improvements to economic development opportunities. Subject to VDOT approval, funding, and availability, additional resources may be available for this effort under the lead of VDOT. This activity is a carryover of the FY-20 RWP. Deliverables - Study report and presentation to Caroline County staff and GWRC.

2.3.6 Small Area Plan Study for Port Royal – To complete the transportation element of small

area plan and update the transportation portion of the comprehensive plan for Port Royal which would also include linkages to economic development opportunities and opportunity zone tax incentives and a study of potential bicycle/pedestrian improvements. Additionally, complete an in-depth study of ways to include street calming devices such as street trees, sidewalks, and more along Route 301 from Route 17 to the Port Conway Bridge. This activity is a carryover from the FY-20 RWP. Deliverables - In FY-21, study report and presentation to Caroline County staff and GWRC.

2.3.7 Canoe and Kayak Launch at Town Pier - To complete a study of where to place a soft launch location for canoes and kayaks off the town pier. The Town of Port Royal currently has dedicated grant and local match funding to support the construction of this project. Deliverables - In FY-21, study report and presentation to Caroline County staff and GWRC

Subtotal Task 2.3 SPR Funds (80%) $36,000.00 PDC Funds (20%) $9,000.00 _______________________________________________________________ Total Budgeted Expenditure for Program Activities $45,000.00 Total, Tasks 2.1-2.3 SPR Funds (80%) $54,000.00 PDC Funds (20%) $13,500.00 _______________________________________________________________ Total Budgeted Expenditure for Program Activities $67,500.00


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FY-2021 Budget Summary Tasks VDOT (SPR) 80%

PDC (Match) 20%

Total 100%

1.0 Program Administration

1.1 – Program Management $2,000.00 $500.00 $2,500.00

1.2 – Regional Coordination $2,000.00 $500.00 $2,500.00

Total Budgeted Expenditure for Program Administration $4,000.00 $1,000.00 $5,000.00

2.0 Program Activities

2.1 – VDOT Statewide Planning Assistance and Coordination $8,000.00 $2,000.000 $10,000.00

2.2 – Local and Regional Analysis and Support $10,000.00 $2,500.00 $12,500.00

2.3 – Caroline and King George Transportation Studies $32,000.00 $8,000.00 $40,000.00

Funding by task is for estimation purposes only and is not intended to be restrictive.

Total Budgeted Expenditure for Program Activities $54,000.00 $13,500.00 $67,500.00 Total Budgeted Expenditure for Program Administration and Program Activities $58,000.00 $14,500.00 $72,500.00


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Signed PDC Resolution – Draft

RESOLUTION NO. xx-xx

ENDORSING THE FISCAL YEAR 2021 RURAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING WORK PROGRAM

WHEREAS, the George Washington Regional Commission (“the Commission”) is the Planning District Commission serving the City of Fredericksburg and Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford counties, known together as Planning District 16; and WHEREAS, the Commission recognizes the need to conduct transportation planning activities in its rural areas; and WHEREAS, the Commission’s staff, working with the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), has developed a Rural Transportation Planning Work Program for Fiscal Year 2021 to benefit the non-urbanized portions of Planning District 16; and WHEREAS, the Commission agrees to provide the required 20 percent match of $14,500 for the $58,000 in State Planning and Research (SPR) funds for the Rural Transportation Planning Work Program for a total amount of $72,500; and WHEREAS, the Commission has integrated the transportation planning process of Planning District 16’s rural and urbanized areas, the latter of which being the responsibility of FAMPO. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the George Washington Regional Commission that it hereby endorses the FY 2021 a Rural Transportation Planning Work Program and recommends that it be closely coordinated with the Urban Transportation Planning Program carried out under the policy direction of the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization. Adopted by the George Washington Regional Commission at its duly called meeting on Month DD, 2020 in the City of Fredericksburg, Virginia, a quorum being present. ___________________________________________ Timothy J. McLaughlin, Chairman Month DD, 2020

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