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FISCAL YEAR

2015-2016

CALAVERAS

COUNTY

Prepared by:

Calaveras Council of

Governments

444 E. Saint Charles St., Ste. A

San Andreas, CA 95249

Adopted August 5, 2015

Resolution No. FY 16-02

UNMET TRANSIT NEEDS FINDINGS REPORT

FY 2015/16 Unmet Transit Needs Findings Report

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Table of Contents

Executive Summary ........................................................................................................................ 1

Chapter 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2

Background ................................................................................................................................... 2 Requirements ................................................................................................................................ 3 Status of FY 2014/15 Unmet Transit Needs Findings and Recommendations .............................. 5

Chapter 2 Demographic Information ............................................................................................. 7

Transit Dependent Groups ............................................................................................................ 7 Demographic Data ........................................................................................................................ 7

Chapter 3 Adequacy of TDA Funded Transit Services .............................................................. 11

Calaveras Transit System Overview ........................................................................................... 11 Adequacy of Calaveras Transit Services ..................................................................................... 15 Description of Other Transportation Services Available in Calaveras County ............................. 16

Chapter 4 Community Outreach .................................................................................................. 19

Public Hearings and Community Outreach ................................................................................. 19

Chapter 5 Analysis of Comments Received ............................................................................... 20

Definitions of “Unmet Transit Needs” & “Reasonable to Meet” .................................................... 20 Analysis of Public Testimony ....................................................................................................... 21

Chapter 6 Unmet Transit Needs Findings and Recommendations .......................................... 22

Summary of Findings .................................................................................................................. 22 Social Services Transportation Advisory Council Review ........................................................... 22 Recommendations ...................................................................................................................... 22

Attachments

Attachment A – Resolutions Adopting the Unmet Transit Needs and Reasonable to Meet Definitions

Attachment B – Unmet Transit Needs Form

Attachment C – Proof of Public Hearing Notice Publication and Meeting Notices

Attachment D – Public Hearing Meeting Agendas


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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The purpose of this report is to document the Calaveras Council of Governments (CCOG) Unmet Transit Needs process for FY 2015/16. As the designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) for Calaveras County, the CCOG administers the Transportation Development Act (TDA). The TDA was signed by the Governor on November 4, 1971 to provide a dedicated revenue source to local jurisdictions for the development and support of public transportation and to encourage regional public transportation coordination. The TDA is comprised of two funding sources: 1) the Local Transportation Fund (LTF), derived from ¼ percent of the general statewide sales tax collected in Calaveras County; and 2) the State Transit Assistance Fund (STA), derived from statewide sales tax on diesel fuel. STA funds can only be used to support public transportation services; however, the TDA does allow some flexibility on the use of LTF funds for non-public transportation purposes, when all “reasonable to meet” transit needs are being met with existing services funded by LTF. Calaveras Transit is the only public transit operator who uses TDA funds in Calaveras County, and is operated by the Calaveras County Public Works Department. Calaveras Transit provides deviated fixed route service to the unincorporated communities of the county, as well as the City of Angels Camp. This report assesses unmet transit needs as it relates to services provided by Calaveras Transit. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), Division of Mass Transportation provides program oversight and ensures local planning agencies complete annual financial audits, triennial performance audits, and an annual Unmet Transit Needs Report and Findings, as required for participation in the TDA program. The CCOG must annually identify any unmet transit needs that may exist in Calaveras County. If needs are found, a further determination must be made as to whether or not those needs are reasonable to meet. The purpose of this document is to ensure that the primary intent of TDA is satisfied prior to any allocation for non-public transportation purposes, such as streets and roads. This report presents an analysis of the recent public testimony on unmet transit needs in Calaveras County. The report also includes an assessment of the size and location of potentially transit dependent groups, analysis of the adequacy of existing transportation systems in providing service for those groups, and analysis of the potential for transit to provide service that would meet the demand of those groups. This annual process fulfills the requirements of the TDA regarding uses of LTF. Within the document public comments are evaluated based upon the definition of “Unmet Transit Needs” and “Reasonable to Meet”’ criteria adopted by the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) and CCOG. Although some requests are not deemed “Unmet Transit Needs” or found to be “Unreasonable to Meet’, all requests made during the Unmet Transit Needs process will play a key role in developing short and long-term improvements for Calaveras Transit.



Unmet needs throughout the year were collected via: Unmet Transit Needs forms, public hearings and community meetings, and other complementary transit planning processes.

No Unmet Transit Needs were identified as Reasonable to Meet for FY 2015-2016

Although there were no unmet transit needs that met the “reasonable to meet” criteria for fiscal year 2015/16, the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) supports and encourages Calaveras Transit in further assessment and analysis of the following:

More cost effective and alternative service options to West Point area

Additional service to Copperopolis

Bus stop and facilities at Copello Road and Highway 49 in Angels Camp

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

Background and Requirements

Background

Overview of the Transportation Development Act The Transportation Development Act (TDA) was signed by the Governor on November 4, 1971 and became effective July 1, 1972. Several bills have amended the TDA over time. The TDA provides two major sources of funding for public transportation: the Local Transportation Fund (LTF) and the State Transit Assistance Fund (STA). These funds provide a dedicated revenue source to local jurisdictions for the development and support of public transportation and to encourage regional public transportation coordination. As stated in Public Utilities Code 99222, the legislative intent for the use of TDA funds are as follows: (a) It is in the interest of the state that funds available for transit development be fully expended to meet the transit needs that exist in California. (b) Such funds are expended for physical improvement to improve the movement of transit vehicles, the comfort of the patrons, and the exchange of patrons from one transportation mode to another.

TDA Funding Sources TDA funds are administered by the Calaveras Council of Governments (CCOG), as the designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA). The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), Division of Mass Transportation provides program oversight and ensures local planning agencies complete annual financial audits, triennial performance audits, and an annual Unmet Transit Needs Report and Findings, as required for participation in the TDA program. Allocations are made to counties based on population, taxable sales, and transit performance.



The following provides background on each of the two TDA funding sources: Local Transportation Fund (LTF) revenue is derived from ¼ percent of the general statewide sales tax collected in Calaveras County (both incorporated and unincorporated). Each year, the amount of tax collected in each county is returned by the State Board of Equalization via the respective county’s designated RTPA. The RTPA administrative responsibilities include the following:

1. Apportionment – The determination of each area’s anticipated share of LTF, 2. Allocation – The discretionary action which designates funds for a specific purpose to

claimants within the area, and 3. Payment – The distribution of LTF funds as authorized by allocation instructions

issued by the RTPA. The CCOG is the designated RTPA for Calaveras County. Within this area lie two eligible claimants: Calaveras County and the City of Angels Camp (the only incorporated city in Calaveras County). In Calaveras, the County is the transit operator and files a transit claim for LTF and STA funds. The TDA does allow some flexibility on the use of excess LTF if not fully utilized to fund public transportation services and supporting activities. When all transit needs that are reasonable to meet are met with existing services, the City and County may submit a claim for the excess LTF to fund streets and roads projects, as well as bicycle and pedestrian projects. State Transit Assistance Fund (STA), was originally derived from the statewide sales tax on gasoline and diesel fuel. On March 22, 2010, STA funds were restored under a new legislative package known as the “gas tax swap.” Designed to be revenue neutral, the tax swap replaces the sales tax on gasoline, and increases the sales tax on diesel fuel to partially supplement STA funds. Now STA funds come solely from the statewide sales tax on diesel fuel. Therefore, STA revenue to the region depends on diesel fuel prices and diesel consumption. STA is a formula driven allocation based on population and revenue. The STA funds are appropriated by the Legislature to the State Controller’s Office. The Office then allocates the tax revenue, by formula, to planning agencies. Statute requires 50% of STA funds be allocated according to population and 50% be allocated according to operator revenues from the prior fiscal year. STA may only be used for transportation planning and mass transportation purposes.

Requirements

Unmet Transit Needs Process According to the Transportation Development Act (TDA), Regional Transportation Planning Agencies (RTPA) are required to produce and submit an Unmet Transit Needs Findings Report to California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), Division of Mass Transportation. The purpose of this document is to ensure that the primary intent of TDA is satisfied prior to any allocation for non-public transportation purposes.



The Unmet Transit Needs process must be completed on an annual basis before CCOG, as the administrator of the TDA funds, can approve a claim for funding of streets and roads projects under Article 8 of the Public Utilities Code. The Unmet Transit Needs process requires CCOG to perform specific tasks, which are:

1. Establish and consult with the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council.

2. Adopt a definition of "unmet transit need" and "reasonable to meet."

3. Hold an annual Unmet Transit Needs hearing to solicit comments on unmet transit needs that may exist.

4. Perform an annual assessment of transportation needs within Calaveras County, including an assessment of the size and location of potentially transit dependent groups, an analysis of the adequacy of existing transportation systems in providing service for those groups, and an analysis of the potential for transit service to provide service that would meet the demand of those groups.

5. CCOG must consider all the available information obtained in the above actions, and adopt a finding. This finding shall be one of the following:

There are no unmet transit needs

There are no unmet transit needs that are reasonable to meet

There are unmet transit needs including needs that are reasonable to meet

Unless the Unmet Transit Needs process is completed, CCOG cannot approve a LTF claim by any jurisdiction to fund streets and roads projects. Further, if the CCOG Board of Directors adopts a finding that there are unmet transit needs including those which are reasonable to meet, then the unmet need must be funded before the jurisdiction can claim funds for streets and roads. The funding to meet the unmet transit need must be reflected in the claimant's transit budget in order for any claim for streets and roads funding to be approved. All comments received during this process and throughout the year, are recorded on the Unmet Transit Needs Matrix. This Matrix is presented to the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) for consideration. CCOG recognizes that not all transit desires can or should be met. Issues that are minor operational issues or complaints will be referred to the transit operator for further investigation. The analysis of the proposed needs by SSTAC becomes the foundation for the report. The SSTAC and CCOG shall consider potential needs based upon the adopted definition of “Unmet Transit Needs”. Recommendations for needs that are reasonable to meet must be based upon the adopted “Reasonable to Meet Criteria”. If a transit need is determined reasonable to meet by the SSTAC and CCOG, then the unmet transit need shall be funded before any allocation is made for streets and roads within the County.

Unmet Transit Needs Reporting Upon adopting a finding by the CCOG Board of Directors, documentation is due to Caltrans by the 15th of August of each year and shall include the following:



A copy of the notice of hearing, proof of publication and a description of the actions taken to solicit citizen participation.

A copy of the resolution or minutes documenting the transportation planning agency's definitions of "unmet transit needs" and "reasonable to meet".

A copy of the resolution adopting the unmet needs finding.

Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) Requirements

The Transportation Development Act requires that the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) annually participate in the identification of transit needs in Calaveras County, including unmet transit needs that may exist. The SSTAC, established by the CCOG, must include members of broad representation of social services and transit providers representing older adults, persons with disabilities, and individuals with limited means. Section 99238 of the TDA requires the following representation on the SSTAC:

One representative of potential transit users who are 60 year of age or older.

One representative of potential transit users who have a disability.

Two representatives of a local social service provider for seniors, including one representative who provides transportation.

Two representatives of local social service providers for persons with disabilities, including one representative of a social service transportation provider, if one exists.

One representative of a local social service provider for persons of limited means.

Two representatives from the local consolidated transportation service agency, if one exists, including one representative from an operator, if one exists.

The CCOG may appoint additional members who represent the target populations, and shall strive to attain geographic and minority representation among SSTAC members. The responsibilities of the SSTAC include:

Participation in the identification of transit needs in Calaveras County, including unmet transit needs that may exist and may be reasonable to meet by establishing or contracting for new public transportation or specialized transportation services, or by expanding existing services;

To annually review and recommend action by the CCOG, which finds by resolution that, a) there are no unmet transit needs, b) there are no unmet transit needs that are reasonable to meet, or c) there are unmet transit needs including needs that are reasonable to meet; and

To advise the CCOG on any other major transit issues, including the coordination and consolidation of specialized transportation services.

Status of FY 2014/15 Unmet Transit Needs Findings and Recommendations

The unmet transit needs process for FY 2014/15 resulted in one recommendation and unmet need finding. One (1) unmet transit need was found to be reasonable to meet, as shown in the following



table. The SSTAC made additional recommendations based on ongoing community needs that public transit is not adequately meeting; however, these needs were not determined to be reasonable to meet through public transit service during this analysis period.

2014/15 Unmet Needs Implementation Status Follow up – Performance Review

Unmet Transit Needs found Reasonable to Meet

1. Fixed route public transit service to the community of Burson

Calaveras Transit implemented service to Burson on May 26, 2015. Burson is now served as an extension to Route 1 as Route 1B and is an on-demand service offered three trips a day.

It is a part of the unmet transit needs process to review performance of service after six months from implementation. The Council has requested that staff incorporate this performance update in Transit’s semi-annual performance reports.



CHAPTER 2 DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

Transit Dependent Groups and Demographic Data

Transit Dependent Groups Per Public Utilities Code Section 994401.5, an annual assessment is required to determine the size and location of groups likely to be transit-dependent or transit-disadvantaged. Transit dependency is generally defined as dependency on public or private transportation services by persons that are either unable to operate a vehicle, or do not have access to a vehicle for personal use. This data is important to this analysis because studies have shown that age and income have a high correlation with automobile usage and transit dependency. Older adults, youth, persons with disabilities, and persons of limited means (low-income) are more likely to be transit-dependent than the general population. For the purposes of this document older adults are considered to be individuals age 65 years and older, and persons of limited means are considered to be individuals with incomes below the poverty threshold as defined by the federal government.

Demographic Data The determination of the size and location of identifiable population groups likely to be transit-dependent is based on information currently available from the 2010 Census and the 2012 American Community Survey (ACS). Table 1 presents the 2012 ACS 5-Year population estimates for the County, City of Angels Camp, and unincorporated communities (Census Designated Places) within Calaveras County. According to the 2012 ACS estimates, the communities with the largest percentage of the county’s total population included Rancho Calaveras, Copperopolis, City of Angels Camp, and Valley Springs (see Table 1). These communities also represent the largest growth of the county. Although Wallace grew by 125 percent, it only represents about one percent of the County’s total population.



Table 1. Population Distribution

City, County, or Census

Designated Place

2000 Census

Population

2012 ACS

Population

Estimates

% Change 2000 -

2012

% of

Countywide

Population in

2012

Calaveras County 40,554 45,507 12.2% 100.0%

Angels city 3,004 3,824 27.3% 8.4%

Arnold CDP 4,218 2,552 -39.5% 5.6%

Avery CDP 672 588 -12.5% 1.3%

Copperopolis CDP 2,363 4,174 76.6% 9.2%

Dorrington CDP 727 503 -30.8% 1.1%

Forest Meadows CDP 1,197 1,313 9.7% 2.9%

Mokelumne Hill CDP 774 688 -11.1% 1.5%

Mountain Ranch CDP 1,557 1,600 2.8% 3.5%

Murphys CDP 2,061 2,012 -2.4% 4.4%

Rail Road Flat CDP 549 433 -21.1% 1.0%

Rancho Calaveras CDP 4,182 6,223 48.8% 13.7%

San Andreas CDP 2,615 3,015 15.3% 6.6%

Vallecito CDP 427 674 57.8% 1.5%

Valley Springs CDP 2,560 3,619 41.4% 7.9%

Wallace CDP 220 495 125.0% 1.1%

West Point CDP 746 837 12.2% 1.8%

Source: US Census Bureau 2000 Census; US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year

Estimates (2008-2012)



Figure 1 shows that the greatest population densities in Calaveras County are located in the western portion of the county, generally below the snow line. These areas include Valley Springs and Rancho Calaveras, West Point, San Andreas, and the Highway 4 corridor between Murphys and Arnold. Figure 1. Population Density Map

Recent estimates for the transit-dependent indicators by community are made available through the most recent Census Bureau’s American Community Survey five-year estimates (2008-2012), as presented in Table 2. Approximately 17 percent of the population residing in Calaveras County is between the ages of 6 and 19 (youth). The proportion of the youth population tends to be higher in the more populated communities including Rancho Calaveras, Valley Springs, and Copperopolis. This suggests younger families are residing in communities toward the western end of the county, closer to more urbanized areas outside the county. Nearly 10,000, or an estimated 20 percent, of Calaveras County residents are considered seniors (age 65 and above). The California Department of Finance (DOF) estimates indicate that the



population age 65 and older is going to increase significantly over the next twenty years. By 2030, it is anticipated that 30 percent of Calaveras County’s population will fit into this category. Low-income individuals are another likely consumer demographic for transit services, as measured by the number of persons living below the federal poverty level. Approximately 10 percent of the County’s population is considered low-income. Although overall population levels are relatively low in the areas surrounding West Point, nearly 33 percent of residents in West Point and 27 percent in Rail Road Flat are below the poverty level. The percentage of total households in Calaveras County without access to an operable vehicle in 2010 was estimated to be 1.5 percent of the population. Communities with the highest percentage of zero-vehicle households were found in Murphys, San Andreas, Rail Road Flat, and Angels Camp. The 2010 Census did not collect information regarding disability status; therefore the following data on persons with a disability reflect data collected from the 2000 Census. In 2000 it was estimated that over 19 percent of Calaveras County’s total population reported having a disability. The communities of Angels Camp, Vallecito, and San Andreas had the highest percentage of individuals with a disability throughout the county. Table 2. Transit Dependent Indicators: Age, Income, Auto Ownership, Disability Status

Low-Income¹

Disability

Status² Auto Ownership¹

Youth (Ages 5-

19)

Seniors (Age 65

and older)

Population Below

Poverty Level

Population

with a

Disability

Households with

No Vehicles

Calaveras County 17.3% 21.5% 10.2% 19.7% 1.5%

Angels city 10.4% 26.2% 10.3% 30.0% 3.1%

Arnold CDP 6.1% 29.6% 9.1% 11.2% 2.2%

Avery CDP 8.7% 48.3% 20.9% 25.7% 0.0%

Copperopolis CDP 20.8% 14.4% 5.5% 24.3% 0.2%

Dorrington CDP 0.0% 57.0% 1.8% 13.6% 0.0%

Forest Meadows CDP 8.7% 33.6% 0.0% 15.6% 1.4%

Mokelumne Hill CDP 19.1% 16.8% 0.0% 6.5% 0.0%

Mountain Ranch CDP 16.0% 20.4% 8.2% 20.2% 1.3%

Murphys CDP 19.3% 30.7% 6.6% 21.2% 6.5%

Rail Road Flat CDP 11.8% 27.6% 26.8% 13.8% 3.0%

Rancho Calaveras CDP 23.9% 11.4% 8.6% 20.5% 0.2%

San Andreas CDP 18.4% 20.7% 22.0% 30.5% 4.0%

Vallecito CDP 21.7% 19.2% 13.8% 33.3% 0.0%

Valley Springs CDP 21.2% 18.4% 11.5% 21.0% 0.4%

Wallace CDP 0.0% 20.2% 0.0% 27.7% 0.0%

West Point CDP 16.9% 27.5% 32.5% 27.3% 1.3%

²2000 Census

City, County, or Census

Designated Place

Age¹

¹2008-2012 American Community Survey - US Census Bureau



CHAPTER 3 ADEQUACY OF TDA FUNDED TRANSIT SERVICES

System Overview, 2009 SRTP, Calaveras Transit Adequacy, and Alternative Public Transportation Services

In Calaveras County, public transit services receiving TDA funds are provided by the Calaveras County Department of Public Works through Calaveras Transit. Calaveras Transit provides deviated fixed route service throughout the unincorporated areas of Calaveras County and within the City of Angels Camp.

Calaveras Transit System Overview Calaveras Transit is the only public transit service in Calaveras County and is administered by the County Department of Public Works. Calaveras Transit is operated through a contract with Paratransit Services. Service is provided through five deviated fixed-routes, with deviated service available within three quarters of a mile of any route. In fiscal year 2012/13, Calaveras Transit operated 8,738 vehicle service hours, 263,174 vehicle service miles, and recorded 65,922 passenger trips. Calaveras Transit operates Monday through Friday, generally between the hours of 5:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Seasonal weekend service is also provided during the winter to the Bear Valley ski resort in Alpine County, and in May to the Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee. Calaveras Transit’s service links the main population centers of Calaveras County including San Andreas, Angels Camp, Arnold, West Point, Valley Springs, Murphys, and Copperopolis. Out-of-county connections to Amador County are made via Amador Transit in Jackson and to Tuolumne County via Tuolumne County Transit at Columbia College.



Figure 4. Current Calaveras Transit System Map

Existing Routes Calaveras Transit operates five fixed routes, with deviation upon request for persons with disabilities and persons 65 years and older, who cannot access regular fixed route service. Calaveras Transit can deviate three-quarters of a mile from the regular fixed route. Calaveras Transit routes are described below:

Route 1: Travels between Valley Springs/Rancho Calaveras, San Andreas, and Angels Camp, originating and terminating in San Andreas. As a result of the 2013/14 and 2014/15 Unmet Transit Needs Findings, this Route was extended in October 2013 to serve Rancho Calaveras (1A) and May 2015 to Burson (1B).

Route 2: Travels from San Andreas to West Point and back, stopping in Mountain Ranch, Rail Road Flat, and Glencoe. Route 3: Travels from San Andreas to Jackson and back, stopping in Mokelumne Hill.



Route 4: Originates in Angels Camp, travels to Arnold via Highway 4 with stops in Avery, Forest Meadows, Murphys, and Douglas Flat, returns to Angels Camp, then travels to Columbia College via Highway 49. Route 5: Originates in Angels Camp, operates a loop in Copperopolis and returns to Angels Camp.

Table 3. Calaveras Transit Route Descriptions

Fares Discounted fares are available for seniors (65+), and eligible passengers with a disability. Students are excluded from discounted fare; however Monthly Passes are available for students at a discounted rate of $45.00. Transfers to and from Amador Transit and Tuolumne County Transit require regular fare.

CALAVERAS TRANSIT FARES EFFECTIVE October 2013

Fares Regular Students Discounted

One-Way Base Fare* $2.00 $2.00 $1.00

All-Day Pass $5.25 $5.25 N/A

Ticket Book (15 Tickets) $28.00 $28.00 $14.00

Route Daily Roundtrips

Headways Span of Service* (Monday-Friday)

Comments

1A: Rancho Calaveras-Vista Del Lago-Valley Springs-San Andreas-Angels Camp

5 Varies between approx. 1 to 4 hours

5:10 AM – 7:00 PM

1B: Burson-Valley Springs-San Andreas-Angels Camp

4 Approx. 4 hours

7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Service to Burson is on-demand only.

2: San Andreas-Mountain Ranch-Railroad Flat-West Point

3 4.5 hours to 9.5 hours

6:10 AM – 8:35 PM Midday run does not go to West Point; travels from San Andreas to Railroad Flat and Mountain Ranch

3: San Andreas-Mokelumne Hill-Jackson

3 2.5 hours to 4 hours

8:20 AM – 4:10 PM Connects with Amador Transit in Jackson; connections to Sutter Hill Transit Center Sacramento bus is available upon request.

4: Arnold-Murphys-Angels Camp-Columbia College

5 3 hours to 3.5 hours

5:30 AM – 7:35 PM Connects with Tuolumne Transit at Columbia College

5: Angels Camp-Copperopolis

2 12 hours 6:15 AM – 6:50 PM



Monthly Pass $60.00 $45.00 $40.00

Children Under 6 Free (with fare paying adult)

Zone Change* $0.25 $0.25 $0.25

*Passengers traveling within one (1) zone pay the base fare. Passengers wishing to travel into another zone are required to pay an additional $0.25 per zone. There are seven zones of travel:

Zone 1 – Between San Andreas and Valley Springs

Zone 2 – Between San Andreas and Jackson

Zone 3 – Between San Andreas and West Point

Zone 4 – Between San Andreas and Angels Camp

Zone 5 – Between Angels Camp and Copperopolis

Zone 6 – Between Angels Camp and Arnold

Zone 7 – Between Angels Camp and Columbia College

Holidays Calaveras Transit does not operate on the following holidays:

New Year’s Eve/Day Veterans Day Independence Day

Presidents Day Thanksgiving Labor Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Day after Thanksgiving

Memorial Day Christmas Eve/Day

Holidays falling on weekends are observed on the nearest weekday.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Calaveras Transit is in full compliance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Persons with disabilities have an opportunity to receive ADA certification from Calaveras Transit to become eligible for the reservation-based route deviation pick-ups. Additionally, all Calaveras Transit vehicles are wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant.

Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP)

On June 3, 2009 the CCOG adopted the 2009 Calaveras Transit Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP). The current plan has guided transit operations over the past five years from 2009 to 2014. The CCOG is currently updating the 2009 Short Range Transit Plan, anticipated for completion in the fall of 2015.

The SRTP encompasses a review of demographic conditions, analysis of existing transit services, the evaluation of service alternatives, capital alternatives, funding alternatives, managerial alternatives, and a detailed five-year operating and financial plan. Telephone and onboard surveys were conducted to obtain public opinions of Calaveras Transit and transit issues in general. The 2009 SRTP The existing 2009 SRTP was updated during the State of California public transit funding cuts. As a result, due to anticipated funding shortfalls, in fiscal year 2009/10 Calaveras Transit implemented service cuts and reduced its vehicle service hours by approximately 40 percent. Therefore, the public and rider input incorporated into the 2009 SRTP update reflected a more robust system. The



CCOG is currently updating the 2009 SRTP. The goal of the SRTP Update is to evaluate services currently provided by Calaveras Transit and to develop a plan to improve system performance. Two planning studies were recently completed for Calaveras Transit: 1) Intercity Service Feasibility Study, and 2) Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan. The SRTP presents an opportunity to incorporate the findings and recommendations from these two studies into one comprehensive plan. The Intercity Services Feasibility Study evaluated the demand and feasibility of intercity transit service to an out-of-county destination, and identified a route to Stockton through Highway 26 as the most feasible. The Coordinated Plan provides more detailed information regarding the transportation needs and services for transit-dependent individuals, and will include a detailed inventory of transportation services provided by social and human service agencies.

Adequacy of Calaveras Transit Services Most recently, Calaveras Transit implemented schedule and fare changes in September of 2012 and again in September of 2013 to improve performance and meet unmet transit needs. The service has been expanded to directly serve Rancho Calaveras, a growing residential community in the north western edge of the county, and Jackson in Amador County. The fare structure was also changed to a zone based fare system, which increased one-way trip costs for riders traveling across zones. The impacts of these changes have yet to be analyzed and will be incorporated in the 2014 SRTP update. The 2014 Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (“Coordinated Plan) identified the mobility needs of individuals most likely to be transit-dependent such as older adults, persons with disabilities, and low-income individuals. The mobility needs and gaps identified indicated a need for out-of-county medical transportation services above all others. Three of the top four most common trip needs noted by stakeholders were to do with medical needs. Beyond medical trips and trips to doctors, shopping trips were the next most commonly noted mobility need. Many agencies noted this as a need for the people they serve and one that is not adequately addressed. Finally, a lack of knowledge about the current services, including Calaveras Transit, was a concern and hindrance to mobility in the eyes of many stakeholders. For intra-county trips, Calaveras Transit’s lack of service frequency was also seen as a barrier to mobility. When individuals have short appointments to check medications or other activities which do not require much time, the service frequencies and long waits between buses make Calaveras Transit a less than ideal service option. In terms of overall mobility needs, these fell into five categories representing the gaps in the existing transportation programs of Calaveras County:

1. Needs for improvements to Calaveras Transit;

2. Significant out-of-county trip needs;

3. Transportation-related partnership interests and opportunities;

4. Safe pedestrian access; and

5. Information needs.



Calaveras Transit serves most communities in the county located within a reasonable distance from San Andreas and Angels Camp. Some remote, less populated areas of the county are either not served, or have limited “life line” service. The West Point, Mountain Ranch, and Rail Road Flat communities make up a small portion of the County’s total population, however have high transit dependency. Currently Calaveras Transit provides two to three trips a day Monday through Friday to these communities, offering route deviations for persons with disabilities and older adults. The fixed route service has not proven cost effective to this area of the county given the low ridership and travel distance from central portions of the county. In addition, route deviations (from the main highway/road) in these remote locations are many times not operationally feasible for transit vehicles to access given the mountainous terrain and unpaved and narrow driveways. In concert with the findings from the Coordinated Plan, the Short Range Transit Plan update seeks to address these key issues, particularly underserving routes, through a strategic five-year operating, capital, and financial plan. Out-of-county trip needs were evaluated through the Intercity Transit Service Feasibility Study, recently completed in May of 2014. The Study evaluated the feasibility of an intercity service from Calaveras to an urbanized area and recommended service to Stockton from San Andreas via State Route 26 through Valley Springs. Based on this recommendation, Calaveras County applied for and recently received a Federal Transit Administration 5311(f) grant to fund the capital purchase of a bus and three years of operating assistance to implement the service.

Description of Other Transportation Service Providers in Calaveras County

Transportation in Calaveras County is also provided through non-profit organizations and private businesses. Many of the agency-provided transportation are limited to specific program participants or clients. These range from social and human service agencies to medical facilities and private taxi companies and are summarized in three categories: 1) Human Service Agency Transportation Providers, General Public; 2) Human Service Agency Transportation, Client or Program Specific; 3) Other Transportation Services.

Human Service Agency Transportation Providers, General Public Volunteer Center The Volunteer Center sponsors a volunteer transportation program for Calaveras County residents. For residents in need of rides to medical appointments, the grocery store, post office, etc., volunteers are reimbursed for mileage. Reimbursement is funded through private donations and Volunteer Center general funds. Approximately 350 individuals are registered to receive transportation through the program. The Center provides mostly medical-related trips through the use of volunteer drivers using private vehicles. The Center is delivering approximately 1,500 annual trips. The Volunteer center has also organized a Carpool-to-Dialysis program. Efforts are made by clinic and Volunteer Center staff to coordinate appointments and organize carpools. Additionally, in response to potential public emergencies, the Volunteer Center is working with communities to design and replicate a disaster emergency preparedness plan with local citizens trained to provide aid to their neighbors prior to the arrival of Red Cross and/or County services. This plan includes evacuation transportation.



Common Ground Senior Services Common Ground Senior Services is a private non-profit agency formed in 2000 in an effort to assist older adults and other individuals with living independently. Services include, but are not limited to, providing nutritional needs, information and assistance, and transportation. The agency offers provides transportation through their Silver Streak Transportation program to individuals unable to utilize public transit services in Calaveras County.

Human Service Agency Transportation, Client or Program Specific Arc of Amador and Calaveras Counties The ARC of Amador and Calaveras counties is a vendor of the Valley Mountain Regional Center and provides day programs, recreation and community services for persons who have a developmental disability to assist them with life skills, computer skills, relationship skills, and work opportunities. Door-to-door transportation to the program in San Andreas is provided by Blue Mountain Transit (a private contractor) through contract with Valley Mountain Regional Center. Valley Mountain Regional Center also purchases tickets and/or monthly passes for those who live in areas served by CCT. Currently 11 people are using CCT to attend ARC 3 or more days per week. Use of public transit is always the first transportation considered for purchase by Valley Mountain Regional Center whenever routes/service compatible with program days M-F 9:00-3:00. ARC staff provides transportation for program activities using five minivans, one of which is wheelchair accessible. Community service program hours run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. There are from 35 to 40 average daily attendees at the Calaveras County program. The ARC purchases approximately $120 in tickets each month on Calaveras Transit for people who are served by ARC, (this is in addition to the passes and tickets purchased by Valley Mountain Regional Center). ARC staff has mentioned that there are classes and activities available in Murphys, Jackson and Valley Springs that people who are served by ARC would like to attend; however the Calaveras Transit schedule does not arrive or depart at the right time. Calaveras County Behavioral Health The Behavioral Health Department provides approximately 2,400 annual trips to a consumer caseload of almost 650 persons. This is accomplished with six drivers operating six vehicles. Trip purposes include participation in DUI classes, the Drop-in Center, group meetings, medication appointments and court. The Behavioral Health Department also facilitates transportation through the distribution of Calaveras Transit passes, estimated at $500 annually. Calaveras County Office of Education The Calaveras County Office of Education operates school district buses for daily school transportation. CCOE purchases bus passes to meet the need for after school, summer school and ROP trips. Its Mentoring Program provides some limited transportation to youth participating in its activities, largely through staff-provided transport. Calaveras County Probation Department The Calaveras County Probation Department regularly purchases Calaveras Transit bus tickets for distribution to both juvenile and adult offenders in the probation system. Bus tickets are distributed on an as-needed basis to probation-related appointments and work program participation (weekend and after-school community service placements for juveniles), but may also be provided for other needs, such as transportation to medical appointments. Probation Department staff work to coordinate appointments with transit service schedules.



The Department also provides transportation to offenders in the probation system using two county vehicles. The Department is providing approximately 3,000 annual trips and subsidizes the distribution of bus passes up to $12,000 per year. Transportation needs vary from daily treatments, training and group activity, and probationary check-in visits at the Day Reporting Center. CalWORK’s CalWORK’s is a welfare program that gives cash aid and services to eligible California families with limited means. CalWORK’s does not directly provide transportation but provides bus passes and auto-related expense assistance to a consumer caseload of approximately 300, of which 50% are estimated to be transit dependent.

Salvation Army The Salvation Army provides bus passes for Calaveras Transit to low-income clients to travel to medical appointments and office visits through its HRC Community Services unit.

The Resource Connection (TRC) is a private, non-profit human service agency which has been serving California's central Sierra Foothill communities since 1981. The agency offers a variety of programs: Childcare Resources, Head Start, Calaveras Crisis Center, Mother Lode Women Infant Children Program and Community Services/Food Bank. Two specific programs involving transportation services are Head Start and TRC Community Services/Salvation Army. Agencies That Provide Funding Support Area 12 Agency on Aging The A12AA is a Joint Powers Agency between Calaveras, Tuolumne, Amador, Alpine and Mariposa counties that provides funding to community senior service providers who serve the 60-plus population. The A12AA provides information to seniors about available transportation services and produced a Youtube video on using transit. Also supports the new mileage reimbursement TripTrans program in Tuolumne County. Valley Mountain Regional Center (VMRC) The VMRC purchases and organizes services for people with developmental disabilities, and has an estimated caseload of 400 individuals. The goal of VMRC is to help persons with developmental disabilities be self-sufficient and lead productive and fulfilling lives through programs such as clinical and diagnostic services, adult day programs, behavior intervention, employment support, and respite services. VMRC contracts with vendors such as ARC for these services. VMRC provides transportation for individuals with developmental disabilities to participate in ARC and WATCH programs through a contract with Blue Mountain Transit. Transportation is also provided by vendors for participation in vendor programs.

Other Transportation Services

Taxi Services Murphys Taxi Service, Copper Cab, and 49er Cab Company provide private taxi service in Calaveras County. Amador Pioneer Cab based out of Jackson provides limited service in Calaveras County.



Amtrak The closest Amtrak stations to Calaveras County are located in Stockton and Lodi. Greyhound Lodi Station is also the closest Greyhound Station. Four departures are available daily to Los Angeles or San Francisco.

CHAPTER 4 COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Public Hearings and Community Outreach

Public Hearings and Community Outreach

Transportation Development Act (TDA) legislation requires that each year at least one Unmet Transit Needs Hearing be conducted to collect feedback on the existing transportation services that are being offered using Local Transportation Funds (LTF). This public forum allows the Calaveras Council of Governments (CCOG), as the Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), an opportunity to document the comments of those individuals who are currently using transit services or are unable to do so because current services don’t meet their needs. In an effort to provide several opportunities to provide input, two Public Hearings were held at the following dates and locations:

Public Hearing, April 1, 2015, Calaveras Council of Governments Board Meeting, Board of Supervisors Chambers

Public Hearing, March 17, 2015, City of Angels Camp City Council Meeting, Angels Camp Fire Station

In addition to published notices, the announcements were also placed on Calaveras Transit vehicles, announced on the CCOG website, and emailed to community social service agencies. See Appendix D for announcements and proof of publication. Further input was gathered in the form of written or verbal communication from members of the community. A Request for Public Comments form was circulated by the CCOG, Calaveras Transit staff and buses, CCOG website, social service agencies and at public hearings.



CHAPTER 5 ANALYSIS OF COMMENTS RECEIVED

Definitions and Analysis of Public Testimony

Definitions of “Unmet Transit Needs” & “Reasonable to Meet” The analysis of public comments and determination of needs are based on the adopted definition of “Unmet Transit Needs”. The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) evaluates each need based on the adopted “Reasonable to Meet” criteria. An “Unmet Transit Need” is defined as: Public transit or specialized transportation services not currently provided for persons within Calaveras County who have no reliable, affordable, or accessible transportation for necessary trips. Necessary trips are defined as those trips which are required for the maintenance of life, education, access to social service programs, health, physical and mental well-being, including trips which serve employment purposes. The size and location of the group must be such that a service to meet their needs is feasible within the definition of “reasonable to meet” as set forth below. Unmet needs may include needs for transportation services which are identified through the annual unmet transit needs process, or by the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) which are not yet implemented or funded. The consideration of unmet transit needs is not limited to the abovementioned methods. It is the practice of the Calaveras Council of Governments to consider input relative to transit needs from any group or member of the public wishing to express such needs. The definition excludes:

1. Minor operational improvements or changes, involving issues such as bus stops, schedules, and minor route changes which are being addressed by routine or normal planning process,

2. Improvements funded or scheduled for implementation in the fiscal year following the Unmet Transit Needs Hearing, and

3. Future transportation needs. “Reasonable to Meet” is established according to the following criteria-

A. Financial Feasibility. 1) The proposed transit service, if implemented or funded, would not

cause the responsible operator or service claimant to incur expenses in excess of the maximum allocation of Transportation Development Act (TDA) funds, State Transit Assistance, FTA 5311 funds, and other transit specific monies as may become available. 2) The proposed service, if implemented or funded, would not affect the responsible operator or service claimant’s ability to meet the required system-wide farebox revenue-to-operating cost ratio of 10%. 3) Proposed



transit system expansion must be monitored and evaluated after 6 months of operation (or other approved period of review) by the CCOG board.

B. Cost Effectiveness. Supporting data demonstrates sufficient ridership and revenue potential exists for the new, expanded or revised transit service to meet or exceed the required farebox revenue-to-operating cost ratios on a stand-alone basis; except in case of an extension of service determined to be a necessary lifeline service for transit-dependent populations. Furthermore, cost-per-passenger is reasonable when compared to the level of service provided, benefit accrued to the community and to existing service cost-per-passenger.

C. Community Acceptance. There is sufficient public support for the proposed transit service, as indicated through the annual public hearing process.

D. Equity. The proposed transit service would benefit either the general public or the elderly and disabled population as a whole. Transit Service will not be provided favoring one group at the exclusion of any other.

E. System Impact. It has been demonstrated to the CCOG Board that the proposed transit service combined with existing service will allow the system to meet or exceed performance standards such as the cost-per-passenger trip, cost-per-service-hour, passenger trips-per-service hour, passenger trip-per-service mile, on time performance and vehicle service hours-per-employee. The proposed service does not duplicate transit services currently provided either publicly or privately. The proposed service is in response to an existing rather than a future need.

F. Operational Feasibility. There are adequate roadways and turnouts to safely accommodate transit vehicles.

G. Availability of Services Provided. A qualified contractor is available to implement the service.

Analysis of Public Testimony All comments received during this process and throughout the year are recorded on the Unmet Transit Needs Matrix. This Matrix is completed by the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC). No survey forms or public testimony were submitted for consideration during the comment period.



CHAPTER 6 UNMET TRANSIT NEEDS FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Summary of Findings, SSTAC Review, Recommendations

Summary of Findings

No public testimony was received during the 2015/2016 Unmet Transit Needs process; therefore, there were no findings of Unmet Transit Needs.

Social Services Transportation Advisory Council Review

The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) met on April 16, 2015 to review all public comments and make a recommendation. No public comments were received to review; however, SSTAC requested to review prior year unmet transit needs recommendations to determine whether they still represent a need throughout the region and should be carried forward. CCOG staff developed the Unmet Transit Needs Findings Report based on these findings and recommendations and presented to the SSTAC on July 16, 2015 for their review and approval of the draft report.

Recommendations

A recommendation to accept the Unmet Transit Needs Assessment for the 2014/2015 fiscal year is made to the CCOG Board. Although no Unmet Transit Needs were identified, the SSTAC wishes to make additional recommendations to address ongoing unmet needs. SSTAC Recommendations It was determined through the assessment of the size and location of groups likely to be transit-dependent and through input from the SSTAC, that public transit is not adequately meeting the needs of the communities of Copperopolis and West Point. SSTAC makes the following additional recommendations for consideration:

West Point: Service to the West Point area and neighboring communities continues to be an unmet transit need each year; however, of which the needs have not been determined to be reasonable to meet through public transit service. Currently, Calaveras Transit provides two trips a day Monday through Friday to West Point and three trips a day Monday through Friday to Rail Road Flat. The fixed route service has not proven cost effective or financially feasible given the low ridership and travel distance to this area. In addition, route deviations (from the main highway/road) in remote locations are many times not operationally feasible for transit vehicles to access given the mountainous terrain and unpaved and narrow driveways. The SSTAC strongly encourages the CCOG and County to coordinate with other service providers and social

FY 2015/16 Unmet Transit Needs Findings Report - Attachments

and human service agencies to explore alternative transportation service options to this area. The following two Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 grants were awarded this year to develop programs that aim to fill in the gaps and expand the availability of services:

o Common Ground Senior Services was recently awarded a FTA Section 5310 grant for both capital and operating to support the Silver Streak Transport program in Calaveras County. The grant will fund the acquisition of two vans, one small bus, and computer and software equipment. The grant will also fund a transportation coordinator position for two years. The service will be demand-responsive and offered to residents of Calaveras County who are older adults, low-income, or have a disability. This service will supplement and support fixed-route transit services offered by Calaveras Transit.

o Calaveras Council of Governments was also recently awarded a FTA Section 5310 grant to support a mobility management program for a two-year period. The purpose of the Mobility Manager will be to expand the availability of services through service coordination amongst transportation providers, building upon and expanding existing programs, and education/outreach to connect individuals to available services.

Copperopolis: Transit service to Copperopolis is limited and currently Calaveras Transit provides two trips a day Monday through Friday from Copperopolis to the transfer stop in Angels Camp. According to the 2010 Census, Copperopolis had over 3,500 residents and was one of the fastest growing communities in the county, with a six percent growth rate per year for the past decade. Given the growing population, Calaveras Transit should assess the demand in Copperopolis and seek additional service or alternative service delivery options to this area when determined feasible.

North Angels Camp: Another area of need is at the north end of Angels Camp where there is a 60 unit apartment complex located off of Copello Road. There are currently two scheduled bus stops in Angels Camp on Highway 49, at Demarest St./Save Mart and the Visitors Bureau in historic downtown. Although Calaveras Transit does not have a scheduled stop at Copello Road and Highway 49 in Angels Camp, passengers can access the bus at this location through “flagging” the bus down. However, there are no pedestrian facilities to access highway 49 from the apartment complex and there are no benches or shelters for a safe waiting area or loading and unloading. SSTAC recommends Calaveras Transit provide direct access to the Apartment complex located off Copello Rd or designate a bus stop near Highway 49 and Copello Rd. on each side of the highway with a bench and shelter to provide better access to residents who have a mobility limitation.

The SSTAC acknowledges that service performance and alternative options are being evaluated through the Short Range Transit Plan update, currently underway at the time of this writing, in which some of these issues may be addressed.


ATTACHMENT A Resolutions Adopting “Unmet Transit Need” and “Reasonable to Meet” definitions


ATTACHMENT B

Unmet Transit Needs Form


ATTACHMENT C Bus and Community Advertising of Hearings Proof of Publication – Calaveras Enterprise

Newspaper Article – Union Democrat


ATTACHMENT D

CCOG Board Meeting Public Hearing Meeting Agenda City of Angels Camp City Council Public Hearing Meeting Agenda


AGENDA CALAVERAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (CCOG)

Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. Board of Supervisors Chambers – Government Center, San Andreas

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PLEASE LIMIT YOUR COMMENTS TO THE SPECIFIC SUBJECT UNDER DISCUSSION. TIME LIMITS SHALL BE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CHAIR.

Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance CONSENT AGENDA Consent Agenda Items are expected to be routine and non-controversial, and will be acted upon by the Council at one time without discussion. Any Council Member, Staff Member, or interested parties, may request that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda for further discussion.

1. Approval of the March 4, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes – ACTION 2. Approval of Allocation Instructions to Fund the Calaveras County Public Works Department Transit Capital Projects: a. Resolution No. FY15-26 Approving California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) Funding in the Amount of $37,955.06 for Bus Stop Improvements – ACTION b. Resolution No. FY15-27 Approving Public Transportation Modernization, Improvement and Service Enhancement (PTMISEA) Funding in the Amount of $1,374.52 for Bus Stop Improvements – ACTION 3. Minute Order Ratifying the Contract Amendment No. 3 with Mobility Planners in the Amount of $7,950 Necessary to Facilitate and Present a Joint Planning Session on the Short Range Transit Plan before the County Board of Supervisors and Angels Camp City Council as Executed by the Executive Director – ACTION 4. Resolution No.15-25 Approving Local Transportation Fund (LTF) Allocation Instructions in the Amount of $15,000 for the Contract Amendment to Innovative Paradigm Necessary to Provide the County Public Works Department with Transit Staff Augmentation Services – ACTION 5. Minute Order Approving an Amendment to CCOG Policies & Procedures Manual Section 1.05, Page 10, Requiring the Completion of a Classification and Compensation Study from a Triennial (3) Cycle to a Five (5) Year Review – ACTION 6. Provision of the Draft Title VI Policies and Procedures for Council Review as Required by the Federal Transit Administration– INFORMATIONAL 7. Resolution No. FY 15-24 Approving a Contribution to the Statewide Local Streets and Roads (LSR) Needs Assessment in the Amount of $337– ACTION 8. Correspondence: a. California State Controller Estimate: FY 2014/15 Low Carbon Transit Operations Program – INFORMATIONAL

b. Letter from Caltrans to County Public Works Re: A Request for a One Year Extension on California Office of Emergency Service (CalOES) Funding– INFORMATIONAL

c. Letter from Caltrans Re: State Route 4 National Highway System (NHS) Designation – INFORMATIONAL REGULAR AGENDA


9. Public Comment – 5 Minutes per person. Comments shall be limited to items of interest to the public that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Council; Government Code Section 54954.3(a). 10. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING- UNMET TRANSIT NEEDS a. Open Public Hearing Regarding Unmet Transit Needs b. Accept Public Comment c. Close Public Hearing 11. Announcement of Proposed Grant Awards Totaling $743,319 for the City of Angels Camp, County of Calaveras, and Common Ground Senior Service– INFORMATIONAL 12. Minute Order Approving a Revision to the FY 15/16-17/18 Programming Necessary to Obligate the FY 14/15 Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) Funds to the Angels Creek and SR 49 Bike and Pedestrian Projects in the Amount of $1,118,882– ACTION 13. Presentation on the CCOG Web-based Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Submittal of the Quarterly Reports for Council Review – INFORMATIONAL 14. Consideration of a Change to the Calaveras Council of Governments Meeting Time– ACTION 15. Consideration of Current Lease Set to Expire July 30, 2015 and Direction to Staff to Evaluate Lease Options for an Alternative Site Located at 1311 South Main Street Angels Camp– ACTION 16. County Report – Verbal Report, No Supplemental Materials Included

a. Wagon Trail Quarterly Report– INFORMATIONAL 17. Transit Report – Verbal Report, No Supplemental Materials Included 18. City Report – Verbal Report, No Supplemental Materials Included

19. Caltrans Report – Verbal Report, No Supplemental Materials Included 20. Staff Reports – Verbal Report, No Supplemental Materials Included 21. Council Report – Verbal Report, No Supplemental Materials Included

a. Citizen Member Recruitment Update– INFORMATIONAL 22. CLOSED SESSION: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR, Chair Gomes and Vice Chair Morris: Executive Director Position, Pursuant to Government Code 54957.6. 23. ADJOURNMENT –The next scheduled meeting of the CCOG is May 6, 2015 @ 6:30 p.m.

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CITY OF ANGELS CITY COUNCIL

AGENDA Tuesday, March 17, 2015

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Mayor Wes O’Kulm ANGELS FIRE HOUSE

Vice Mayor Elaine O’Morris 1404 Vallecito Road

Council Members Bert O’Sobon Angels Camp, CA

Amanda O’Folendorf (209) 736-2181

Scott O’Behiel

City Administrator Michael O’McHatten City Attorney Derek O’Cole

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City Council appreciates your interest and encourages your participation. Regularly scheduled meetings are held the 1st

and 3rd Tuesday of each month. The Agenda is divided into two sections:

CONSENT AGENDA: These matters include routine financial and administration actions and are usually approved by

a single majority vote.

REGULAR AGENDA: These items include significant financial and administration action of special interest, hearings

and work sessions.

NOTE: The numerical order of items on this agenda is for convenience of reference. Items may be taken out of order

upon request of the Mayor or Council Members. All questions shall be directed to the Mayor who, at his/her

discretion, will refer to staff. 6:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF AGENDA STAFF UPDATES - Informational item only – No action will be taken

Consolidated Staff Report

COUNCIL UPDATES Informational item only – No action will be taken

PUBLIC COMMENT This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Council on any matter not on the agenda.

State law prohibits the City Council from acting upon matters not listed on the agenda. Matters raised by the

public will be automatically referred to Staff or placed on the next meeting’s Agenda. Each

speaker has a maximum of three minutes for public comment. The Mayor may reduce the amount of time based on the

number of persons wishing to speak. If others have already expressed your position, you may

simply indicate that you agree with a previous speaker. If appropriate, a spokesperson may present the views of your

entire group. Speakers may not disrupt the meeting or use profanity.

FEATURE BUSINESS PROGRAM Market 49 CONSENT AGENDA The following Consent Agenda items are expected to be routine. They will be acted upon by the Council at one time

without discussion. Any Council Member, staff member or interested person may request that any Consent items be

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a. Approve Minutes of Regular meeting of March 3, 2015

b. Adopt Resolution No. 15-15 Directing the Preparation by SCI Consulting Group of the Engineer’s

Report for the Continuance of the Landscape & Lighting District No. 1 – Greenhorn Creek.

REGULAR AGENDA _________________________________________________________________________________

1. PUBLIC HEARING: UNMET TRANSIT NEEDS – Amber Collins, CCOG Transportation Planner

Council Action: DISCUSSION DURING PUBLIC HEARING – NO ACTION BY COUNCIL REQUIRED

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2. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A LETTER AGREEMENT WITH ASPEN STREET

ARCHITECTS, INC. TO PROVIDE A SPACE NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR CITY FACILITIES – Michael

McHatten, City Administrator

Council Action: APPROVE LETTER AGREEMENT WITH ASPEN STREET ARCHITECTS, INC. TO PROVIDE

A SPACE NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR CITY FACILITIES AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR

TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT ONBEHALF OF THE CITY.

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