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HRTPO Board Meeting │ October 17, 2013 │ Agenda

ITEM #15: APPROVAL OF CONSENT ITEMS

A. MINUTES

Minutes of the HRTPO Board meeting held on September 19, 2013 are attached. Attachment 15-A Recommended Action: Approve the minutes.

B. HRTPO FINANCIAL STATEMENT

The Statement of Revenues and Expenditures for the activities of August 2013 is attached. This statement reflects the financial status of the HRTPO as a whole. Attachment 15-B Recommended Action: Accept the HRTPO Financial Statement.

C. FY 2012-2015 TIP AMENDMENT: VDOT

Attached is a request from the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to amend the Hampton Roads FY 2012 – 2015 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), to add a new project as described below:

• UPC 100539 – Install Pedestrian Signals and ADA Ramps along Providence Road

from the Matyiko Drive to Whitehurst Landing Road in Virginia Beach. The project will install pedestrian signals and ADA ramps at signalized intersections and add any missing sidewalk sections.

o Add project to TIP o Total Cost Estimate: $343,557

• Preliminary Engineering (PE) = $64,557 • Construction (CN) = $279,000

The proposed TIP amendment was made available for public review from September 25, 2013 through October 9, 2013. The Transportation Technical Advisory Committee has recommended approval of the TIP amendment. Attachment 15-C Recommended Action: Approve the TIP amendment.

D. FY 2012-2015 TIP REVISION: CMAQ FUND TRANSFER REQUEST – CHESAPEAKE

Attached is a request from the City of Chesapeake to transfer CMAQ funds remaining on a completed project to another City CMAQ project. The Portsmouth Boulevard Bike Path Project, UPC 15148, has been completed and has a remaining balance of $82,110 CMAQ, including local match. The Emergency Vehicle Preemption project, UPC 100537, has a funding shortfall and the City’s request is to transfer the $82,110 remaining on UPC 15148 to UPC 100537.


Should the HRTPO Board approve the fund transfer, a TIP amendment will be processed to reflect the transfer. In anticipation of Board approval, the City’s request was made available for public review from September 25, 2013 through October 9, 2013. The Transportation Technical Advisory Committee has recommended approval of the fund transfer and the associated TIP amendment. Attachment 15-D Recommended Action: Approve the fund transfer and the associated TIP amendment.

E. HAMPTON ROADS REGIONAL SAFETY STUDY 2013 UPDATE: PART I – CRASH TRENDS AND LOCATIONS

This report is the first full update to the original Regional Safety Study, which was initiated in 2001. Topics included in the 2013 Update include:

• Regional Safety Trends – Trends in traffic crashes in Hampton Roads are

included, as is information related to injuries and fatalities resulting from traffic crashes. Crash data for each Hampton Roads jurisdiction is highlighted, and comparisons between Hampton Roads and other metropolitan areas in Virginia are also included.

• Crash Characteristics – This section looks at the characteristics of crashes and fatalities in Hampton Roads. Examples include crash types, driver actions, alcohol usage, speeding, and safety belt usage.

• Crash Locations – This section examines the locations of crashes, injuries, and fatalities on the Hampton Roads roadway system. Details are provided regarding how the crash data was collected and analyzed. The number of crashes by year for each location is shown, as is the rate based on the severity of crashes and the exposure to crashes.

• Next Steps – This section highlights the information that will be included in Part II of the Hampton Roads Regional Safety Study – 2013 Update.

This item was discussed in the Workshop Agenda, Item #11. Recommended Action: Approve the final report (Enclosure 11).

F. HAMPTON ROADS 2040 SOCIOECONOMIC FORECAST AND TAZ ALLOCATION

In order to run the regional travel demand model during the development of the 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), it is necessary to properly allocate the 2040 socioeconomic forecast by Transportation Analysis Zone (TAZ). Beginning in January 2013, each locality was asked to allocate the 2040 forecast for Households and Employment (Total, Retail, Industrial, Office, and Other Non-Retail Employment) to their respective TAZs. Using this data, HRTPO staff calculated the remaining socioeconomic TAZ totals for Population, Passenger Vehicles, and Workers.


The draft report was made available for public review and comment from September 4, 2013 through September 18, 2013. Comments received have been addressed in the final allocations. Enclosure 15-F: Hampton Roads Socioeconomic Forecast and TAZ Allocation report Recommended Action: Approve the final report.

G. TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM: ENDORSEMENT OF PROJECT PROPOSALS

The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), established under MAP-21, provides funding for a variety of transportation activities that were previously eligible for funding under separate programs under SAFETEA-LU, including Transportation Enhancements (TE), Recreational Trails, and Safe Routes to School. The VDOT Local Assistance Division (LAD) coordinates the TAP in Virginia. Each year VDOT requests applications for candidate projects for TAP funding. The deadline for applications is November 1, 2013, and each proposed project must receive endorsement by the appropriate metropolitan planning organization. The TAP project proposals received to date are enclosed and briefly described below:

• Chesapeake – Multi-City Trail System – Phase I

Project will construct an off-road trail system along the abandoned Commonwealth Railroad right-of-way from Gum Court to the Portsmouth City line, a distance of approximately 3.0 miles. Project cost: $600,000 TAP Funding Request: $480,000

• Hampton Roads Transit – ADA Bus Stop Compliance

Nearly 65 percent of HRT’s approximately 3,500 bus stops are not in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements regarding accessible ramps for wheelchairs and sidewalks. This project is to retrofit some of the most utilized bus stops with sidewalks and wheelchair accessible ramps. HRT anticipates requesting TAP funds in future years to continue retrofitting non-compliant bus stops in the system. Project Cost: $350,000 TAP Funding Request: $280,000


• Newport News – Chesapeake Avenue Bike Trail

Project will convert the existing bike route to a dedicated bike trail and construct a separate pedestrian promenade walkway along the Chesapeake Avenue seawall from the Monitor-Merrimac Overlook to the Hampton City line, a distance of approximately 0.7 mile. Project Cost: $500,000 TAP Funding Request: $400,000

• Portsmouth – Rail to Trail

Project will construct an off-road trail system along the abandoned Commonwealth Railroad right-of-way from the intersection of West Norfolk Road and Old Coast Guard Boulevard to the Chesapeake City line on High Street West, a distance of approximately 1.8 miles. Project cost: $1,250,000 TAP Funding Request: $900,000

• Suffolk – Shoulders Hill Road Corridor Sidewalk & Multiuse Trail Project will extend the sidewalk along the east side of the Shoulders Hill Road corridor by approximately 250 feet and construct an approximately 1,100 foot long, 10-foot wide multi-use trail along the west side of the corridor. Other improvements will include crosswalks and pedestrian signal controls at the intersection of Shoulders Hill Road and Bennetts Creek Park Road and closed storm water drainage facilities. Project cost: $350,000 TAP Funding Request: $280,000

• Virginia Beach – Five Project Proposals

1. Buckner Boulevard Share-Use Path

Project will provide a 10-foot wide shared-use path along the south side of Buckner Boulevard from Rosemont Road to the western intersection of Rica Drive, a distance of approximately 0.6 mile. Project Cost: $670,000 TAP Funding Request: 536,000

2. Shore Drive Shoulder Widening for On-Road Bike Facility – Phase I

Project will ultimately provide a 4-foot wide paved shoulder for an on-road bike facility along both sides of Shore Drive from Diamond Springs Road to Greenwell Road, a distance of approximately 3.5 miles. Phase I includes the


design of the shoulder for both sides of the road and construction of the eastbound shoulder. The City intends to request TAP funds for Phase II, which includes construction of the westbound shoulder, in the next TAP funding cycle. Project Cost (Phase I): $1,179,080 TAP Funding Request: $943,264

3. Greenwell Road Shared-Use Path/Sidewalk

Project will provide an 8-foot wide asphalt path along the west side of Greenwell Road from First Court Road to Delco Road and a 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk from Delco Road to Shore Drive, a total distance of approximately 0.5 mile. Project Cost: $415,000 TAP Funding Request: $332,000

4. Cypress Avenue and Mediterranean Avenue Sidewalks

Project will provide a 5-foot concrete sidewalk along the west side of both Cypress Avenue and Mediterranean Avenue from 22nd Street to 24th Street, a total distance of approximately 0.26 mile. Project Cost: $538,000 TAP Funding Request: $430,400

5. Kendall Street Sidewalk

Project will provide a 5-foot concrete sidewalk along the west side of Kendall Street from Admiral Drive to the Cape Henry Trail and a 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk along the east side of Kendall Street from the Cape Henry Trail to Shore Drive, a total distance of approximately 0.2 mile. Project Cost: $305,000 TAP Funding Request: $244,000

Attachment 15-G Recommended Action: Endorse the TAP project proposals.

H. HRTPO LEGISLATIVE AD-HOC COMMITTEE ITEMS

a. Casino Gaming White Paper This item was discussed in the Workshop Agenda, Item #10-A. Recommended Action: Approve the White Paper for distribution to the Senate General Laws and Technology Committee Chair and bill patrons (Enclosure 10-A).


b. HB2313 HRTPO Administrative Costs and Expenses This item was discussed in the Workshop Agenda, Item #10-B. Recommended Action: Approve the two positions as described.

c. HRTPO 2014 Legislative Agenda – HRTPO Resolution This item was discussed in the Workshop Agenda, Item #10-C. Recommended Action: Approve the HRTPO resolution (Attachment 10-C).

d. National Highway Trust Fund Shortfall – HRTPO Resolution This item was discussed in the Workshop Agenda, Item #10-D. Recommended Action: Approve the HRTPO resolution (Attachment 10-D).

I. HRTPO CITIZEN TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE: MEMBERSHIP

The HRTPO Citizen Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC) has two openings for representatives from the Cities of Virginia Beach and Newport News. As an advisory committee to the HRTPO Board, the mission of the CTAC is to provide the HRTPO with a citizen’s viewpoint on regional transportation issues, strategies, funding, priorities, and the decision-making process of the HRTPO. The HRTPO posted a call for membership applications to the CTAC via a notice on the HRTPO website. The following individual has been recommended for CTAC membership:

• City of Virginia Beach – Ms. Angie Bezik Ms. Bezik is the owner of Principle Advantage, Ltd. She is active with the Hampton Roads Association for Commercial Real Estate (HRACRE) and the Virginia Beach-based SAFE KIDS DAY.

Recommended Action: Approve Ms. Angie Bezik to fill the Virginia Beach CTAC vacancy.

HRTPO Board Minutes – September 19, 2013 – Page 1

Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Board Minutes of September 19, 2013

The Hampton Roads TPO Board Meeting was called to order at 10:32 a.m. in the Regional Board Room, 723 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, Virginia, with the following in attendance: HRTPO Voting Members in Attendance: Molly Joseph Ward, Chair (HA)* Alan P. Krasnoff, Vice-Chair (CH)* Barry Cheatham (FR) Dee Dee Darden (IW) Mary Jones (JC) McKinley Price (NN)* Paul D. Fraim (NO) Kenneth I. Wright (PO) Barry Porter (SH) Linda T. Johnson (SU)

Charles Brown (Alternate, SU) William D. Sessoms (VB) Clyde Haulman (WM) Thomas G. Shepperd, Jr. (YK) Delegate Chris Stolle (GA) Delegate Mike Watson (GA) Emily Stock (Alternate, DRPT) Brian Smith (Alternate, HRT) James Utterback (VDOT) Jeff Florin (Alternate, VPA)

HRTPO Nonvoting Members in Attendance: Amar Dwarkanath (Alternate, CH)* Randy Martin (FR) Brenda Garton (GL) W. Douglas Caskey (IW) Robert C. Middaugh (JC) Jim Bourey (NN) Marcus Jones (NO) John Rowe (PO) J. Randall Wheeler (PQ)

Michael Johnson (SH) Selena Cuffee-Glenn (SU) Jackson C. Tuttle, II (WM) James O. McReynolds (YK) Shepelle Watkins-White (CTAC) William Bell (FTAC) Col. Jayne Jansen (Alternate, LANGLEY-EUSTIS) Capt. Robert Clark (Alternate, USN)

HRTPO Executive Director: Dwight L. Farmer

CTB Participants: Hollis Ellis (CTB) Aubrey Layne (CTB) Shep Miller (CTB)

HRTPO Voting Members Absent: Carter Borden (GL) W. Eugene Hunt (PQ) Senator Thomas Norment (GA) Senator Frank Wagner (GA)

Thelma Drake (DRPT) William E. Harrell (HRT) Rodney Oliver (VPA) Kevan Danker (WATA)

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HRTPO Nonvoting Members Absent: James E. Baker (CH) Mary Bunting (HA) James K. Spore (VB) Jeffrey Breeden (FAA) Irene Rico (FHWA) Ivan Rucker (FHWA) Tony Cho (FTA) Brigid Hynes-Cherin (FTA)

Col. John Allen (LANGLEY-EUSTIS) Col. Tom Wetherington (LANGLEY-EUSTIS) Wayne Shank (NAA) Ken Spirito (PAC) Capt. John Little (USCG) Capt. David Culler (USN) Randall P. Burdette (VDOA)

* Late arrival or early departure Others Recorded Attending: John Gergely (Citizen); Earl Sorey (CH); Brian DeProfio, Will Moffett (HA); Michael King, Jerri Wilson (NN); Bryan Pennington, Jeff Raliski, Ron Williams (NO); Bob Baldwin, Paige Cherry, Nita Joseph, Sherri Neil, Susan Wilson (PO); Sherry Hunt, Eric Nielsen (SU); Tyrone Franklin (SY); Dave Hansen, Bob Matthias (VB); Kalia Sokos (Office of Senator Norment); Christen Faatz (Office of Senator McWaters); Allison Baeuchler (Office of Delegate Watson); William DuFault (USN); Tracy Baynard (McGuire Woods Consulting); Claire Cascella, John Hendrickson, Scott Lovell (Parsons Brinckerhoff); Doran Bosso, Christie Burns (ERC); Shannon Moody (U.S. 460 Mobility Partners); Ellis W. James (Sierra Club Observer); David Forster (Virginian-Pilot); Austin Bogues (Daily Press); Claudia Walsh (HDR); Craig Quigley (HRMFFA); Karen McPherson (Kimley-Horn); Will Christopher (HRPTA); Eric Stringfield (VDOT); Peter Huber (Willcox & Savage); Cathy Aiello (Aiello Enterprises); Camelia Ravanbakht, Sam Belfield, Rob Case, Kathlene Grauberger, Theresa Jones, Michael Kimbrel, Kendall Miller, Keith Nichols, Dale Stith, Chris Wichman (HRTPO Staff); Rick Case, Jennifer Coleman, Nancy Collins, Jim Hummer, Randy Keaton, Mike Long, Kelli Peterson, Joe Turner, Chris Vaigneur (HRPDC Staff) Approval of Agenda Chair Molly Ward asked for any additions or deletions to the agenda. She requested to move Agenda Item #9, HB2313 HRTF Revenues: Resolution and the corresponding Consent Agenda Item #12-K, HB2313 HRTF Revenues: Resolution to after Agenda Item 5. Mayor Clyde Haulman Moved to approve the agenda with the amendments; seconded by Mayor McKinley Price. The Motion Carried.

Workshop Agenda Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) Members Comment Period Mr. Aubrey Layne, CTB Member, reported as Chairman of the U.S. Route 460 Funding Corporation, stating the project was on track despite questions surrounding one of the permits. He indicated the concern revolved around the eastern and western termini which were previously not designed in the original plan. The permit has been submitted to the Army Corps of Engineers and a response is forthcoming. He noted U.S. Route 460 has officially been designated as the Commonwealth Connector.

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Mr. Layne stated the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel Commission has voted to proceed with the construction of an additional tunnel in the Thimble Shoals area. The solicitation should be coming out before the end of this year. Mr. Layne reported the CTB voted to place Grant Anticipation Revenue Vehicles (GARVEE) bonds on three of the region’s mega projects in the State: U.S. Route 460, the Downtown Tunnel/Midtown Tunnel/Martin Luther King (DT/MT/MLK) Extension, and the I-495 High Occupancy Toll (HOT) lanes. These bonds can be moved to other projects and may be impacted due to the pending court case. The State has three areas of where its transportation plan is funded: federal revenues, state revenues, and tolls. If the tolls are impacted due to the court case, allocations will have to be made to cover projects which are in process. The CTB has a hierarchy in place of how it views priorities across the Commonwealth, and if the SYIP is re-opened, it will be important for the region to unite to advocate for Hampton Roads. Mr. Shep Miller, CTB Member, reported the Governor recently appointed William Fralin, former Virginia General Assembly Delegate and Chairman of the Board of the Port Authority along with Alison DeTuncq, CEO of the UVA Credit Union to the CTB. (Mayor Krasnoff arrives) He stated the CTB has been reviewing hurricane preparedness as the federal government is now using high tide to measure evacuation zones. Under this new guideline, the region’s evacuation zones have expanded and created a challenge for the State. He noted U.S. Route 460, the Commonwealth Connector, will assist tremendously; however, it will still present a problem that must be studied. Mr. Miller commented that Mayor William Sessoms and Mr. Layne championed for the Green Flash Brewing Company to come to Virginia Beach which brought $450,000 to the region. Mr. Hollis Ellis, CTB Member, reported the CTB approved 40 additional acres in Corporate Landing in Virginia Beach. Mr. Ellis indicated the CTB is researching contraflow on the new Route 460 and VDOT will brief the HRTPO sometime in the future. Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) Comments and Updates Ms. Emily Stock reported that DRPT, as directed by the General Assembly, continues to work with its partners to reform the funding distribution for transit agencies in the Commonwealth with a plan to phase-in an allocation methodology that is performance based. She stated the Transit Service Delivery Advisory Committee (TSDAC), presented the methodology to the public and it is currently in a 45-day comment period. The CTB is expected to take action on the methodology in October and DRPT plans to make mid-year allocations for FY 2014.

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She commented that DRPT released a draft State Rail Plan last month which is posted on its website. She noted DRPT is addressing the public comments and will add a summary to the final report. DRPT is preparing to initiate the NEPA study for high-speed rail from Washington, D.C. to Richmond in the I-95 Corridor, and are continuing to work with the NCDOT on southeast high-speed rail from Raleigh to Richmond. DRPT is also working with its multimodal agency partners on a draft freight plan through the Office of Intermodal Planning and Investment. Chair Ward recognized Mr. James Utterback, VDOT’s Hampton Roads District Administrator. She stated that beginning at the October HRTPO meeting, the Board will receive monthly VDOT updates. Military Liaisons Comments and Updates Captain Robert Clark, Naval Station Norfolk, Executive Officer, reported that Captain Culler was unavailable to attend the HRTPO meeting. He expressed his appreciation to the Board for his invitation to attend. He announced that Admiral Dixon Smith was appointed as the region’s new commander. Colonel Jayne Jansen reported she had no news to report for Langley-Eustis. Chair Ward stated the Secretary of the Air Force visited Langley recently and expressed interest in the area’s transportation issues. She thanked Colonel Jansen for her assistance in updating the Secretary on the I-64 Peninsula widening project. HB2313 HRTF Revenues: Resolution Chair Ward reported that in recent meetings, the HRTPO Board has been briefed on programming options that would maximize the “regional” component of the HB2313 transportation revenues. The legislation dedicates two revenue streams to the Hampton Roads Transportation Fund (HRTF) and prescribes the HRTPO to have full purview and discretion on how and when to spend these dollars. During the July 18, 2013 meeting, members of the Hampton Roads General Assembly Delegation specified that the intent of the HRTF revenues prescribed in the HB2313 legislation would be used, in the most effective manner possible, to fund transportation projects that provide the greatest impact on reducing congestion. They also clarified it was not their intent that the HRTF be used to fund projects in every locality within Planning District 23, but rather to fund projects that are significant to the region as a whole. With this in mind, Resolution 2013-06 was drafted to confirm the intent of the HRTPO Board regarding the use of HRTF revenues. Chair Ward asked Delegate Stolle whether the resolution accurately reflected the General Assembly’s intent. Delegate Stolle replied affirmatively. Mayor Krasnoff Moved to approved HRTPO Resolution 2013-06; seconded by Mayor Sessoms. The Motion Carried.

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2040 LRTP Visioning Survey Report Dr. Camelia Ravanbakht, HRTPO Deputy Executive Director, reported HRTPO staff has conducted a web-based, non-scientific visioning survey as part of the development of the Vision and Goals for the 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). The survey was utilized as a tool to gather public input to assist in defining a vision for the 2040 LRTP and to help identify projects needed to improve the transportation infrastructure in Hampton Roads. The survey began on October 10, 2012 and ran through December 31, 2012. Staff used a variety of outlets to inform the public of the survey, including:

• HRTPO website/Localities’ websites • Facebook • Virginian-Pilot • Regional Libraries/Bookmarks • Community Events

Participants were asked 20 questions to help HRTPO staff capture opinions and perspectives on transportation issues across the region with a total of 1,805 responses received and analyzed. Key findings from the survey included:

• Top Transportation Problems in Hampton Roads: o Traffic Congestion o Poor Pavement Condition o Lack of Public Transportation

• How Should Tax Dollars Be Spent in Hampton Roads:

o Light Rail o Highway Construction o Passenger Rail

Dr. Ravanbakht indicated 1,080 transportation projects were suggested by the public in the survey. She noted the report specifies the next steps in incorporating the findings in the development of the 2040 LRTP. Mr. Miller agreed with the concept of the report; however, he stated there is a cost associated with any project and the survey did not account for any such projections. Mayor Paul Fraim commented that such surveys are conducted for the purpose of receiving input for the initial stage of creating the LRTP. He believed the survey contained a good sampling of the area and the opinions should not be discounted. Mr. Miller agreed with Mayor Fraim’s comments.

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Mr. Brian Smith expressed his appreciation to the HRTPO staff for conducting the survey and asked whether staff was confident that the results represented true public opinion of the region’s citizens. Dr. Ravanbakht replied the survey was web-based and non-scientific and is similar to those utilized by other metropolitan planning organizations around the country in the initial stage of creating an LRTP. She indicated the survey questions were vetted through the HRTPO advisory committees and staff collaborated with each locality and agency to distribute the survey to the entire region. Mr. Smith commented that the survey clearly illustrates the public’s belief that mobility is a top concern, along with traffic congestion and economic competitiveness in the region. He stated that although the challenge of realizing a fiscally constrained LRTP still remains, he remarked the HRTPO would be remiss if it did not view the survey as the path in which the citizens which to embark on for Hampton Roads. Delegate Christopher Stolle expressed concern with using this type of survey as a planning document and noted it did not portray a random sampling of the area’s population. Dr. Ravanbakht reiterated the survey was not statistically valid, but web-based and non-scientific. She stated the development of the LRTP was a four year process and there will be a number of opportunities for staff to work with all the communities and localities. Delegate Stolle questioned the utilization of the non-scientific study versus a statistically valid analysis to gather public input. Dr. Ravanbakht replied that MPOs across the country use this type of survey in the early stage of the planning process. She noted the HRTPO has conducted statistically valid surveys and utilized focus groups in the past and will more than likely do so again over the next three years. Mr. Farmer stated the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission (HRPDC) is part of Envision Hampton Roads, a new initiative that is driven by a community value survey that is statistically valid. He indicated Envision Hampton Roads will convene its first meeting on September 30, 2013 at the Regional Building. The group will report to the HRPDC and the HRPTO on its survey results no later than June 30, 2014. Delegate Stolle suggested adding a disclaimer to the report attesting that it is a web-based, non-scientific survey. Dr. Ravanbakht replied the final report does include such a disclaimer and indicated staff will include it on the presentation slides as well when they are posted to the HRTPO website. Ms. Mary Jones thanked Delegate Stolle for his comments and noted that it was important to understand that the survey respondents could be motivated by their own personal interests. She stated it was critical that the public be aware that the information was not statistically valid and believed the survey was not reflective of the general public’s interests. She noted all projects contain an associated cost and these estimates should always be part of a survey or study. (Mr. Dwarkanath arrives)

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Mr. Layne commented that underlying this discussion are the transportation choices that are made and the industry is moving towards performance based metrics in public transit and highway projects. He cautioned the Board when using metrics, it is important to realize that comparisons cannot be made using the “one size fits all” approach. Mayor Fraim reiterated his gratitude to the HRTPO staff for its efforts on the visioning survey and believed it to contain valuable information. Mayor Clyde Haulman commented the survey is the first step of many that will assist the HRTPO in the development of the LRTP. (Mayor Ward departs) Existing and Future Truck Delay in Hampton Roads Mr. Sam Belfield, HRTPO Senior Transportation Engineer, reported this study builds on the analysis of existing truck volumes and delays contained in the HRTPO’s Hampton Roads Regional Freight Study, published in September 2012, by forecasting future truck volumes and delays in Hampton Roads. The study uses the new truck component and time-of-day capability of the regional travel demand model to forecast truck volumes and congestion to be faced by trucks in the next 20 years. The study purpose is two-fold: to forecast truck volumes and congestion to be faced by trucks (hours of delay) in the next 20 years, and to incorporate truck delay results into future versions of the Project Prioritization Tool to improve the HRTPO Board’s ability to consider freight in project scoring and selection. Mr. Belfield summarized the methodology used in the study and presented maps which illustrated the change in weekday truck volumes (20-year forecast versus 2010 existing) for both the Peninsula and the Southside. The region is expecting a substantial amount of truck growth to occur on I-64 on the Peninsula with an additional 1,700 – 3,500 trucks per weekday. The tolls at the DT/MT/MLK Extension are expected to shift truck travel throughout the area in the future; with nearly 1,500 and 1,000 additional trucks projected to use I-64 in Chesapeake across the High Rise Bridge and Military Highway across the Gilmerton Bridge, respectively. Data from 2010 identified high truck delays of 15 plus hours between Jefferson Avenue and Fort Eustis, and the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel (HRBT). The 20-year forecast predicts that the entire stretch of I-64 on the Peninsula will have a 15 plus hour truck delay. On the Southside, current truck delays are experienced at the HRBT, the Downtown and Midtown Tunnels, the I-64/I-264 Interchange, and I-64 in Chesapeake across the High Rise Bridge. The 20-year forecast predicts the Downtown and Midtown Tunnels are expected to improve slightly due to the tolls that will be in place. However, several other locations across the Southside are predicted to become problem areas, including the Gilmerton and High Rise Bridges, Route 58, and I-664.

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HRTPO staff also compared 18 high profile corridors in the region based on the 2010 data and the 20-year forecast, indicating that I-64 on the Peninsula is by far the worst roadway for truck delay in the future. Recommendations from this study include considering the inclusion of the I-64 Widening project on the Peninsula and the I-64 Southside Widening project in the next Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). Mr. Tom Shepperd asked whether the study accounts for any negative implications on the local economy due to the forecasted delays. Mr. Belfield replied the study measured truck hour delay rather than congestion delay. Dr. Rob Case stated staff consulted with its Chief Economist for a population and employment forecast and the study was based off of that assumption. Mr. Miller asked for clarification on how the truck delays were calculated. Mr. Belfield replied it is the product of the amount of all trucks traveling on a particular corridor. For example, if there were 30 trucks on I-64 Southside and they were each delayed 30 minutes; it would be a 15 hour truck delay. Mr. Miller commented the widening of I-64 on the Peninsula is a scheduled project; yet the study does not contain that information. He noted it was hard to grasp the entire picture when the underlying assumptions were not provided in the study. Mr. Randy Martin inquired whether any analysis was conducted regarding the impact of the Port and container traffic projections along with future routes in and out of the port. Mr. Jeff Florin stated that information was included in the study. He expressed his appreciation to the HRTPO staff for its efforts and indicated the data, along with the prioritization tool, will assisted the Board in making project decisions. He noted that both the I-64 Peninsula widening project and the completion of Route 460 will be a tremendous aid for the Port. Dr. Ella Ward referenced a footnote on slide three of the presentation and asked for clarification regarding projects completed by 2018. Mr. Belfield replied the study was conducted as to not bias the system going forward and did not include any projects that might be constructed after 2018. Ms. Emily Stock asked whether rail was considered in the study. Mr. Belfield replied the study was conducted using strictly a travel demand model analysis. Ms. Stock suggested including rail improvements in order to decrease trucks traveling on the road as a recommendation from the study. Mr. Belfield indicated her suggestion would be considered.

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I-64 Peninsula Widening Project Briefing: VDOT Mr. James Utterback reported that since the HRTPO meeting in June when the Board approved Resolution 2013-04 endorsing the VDOT’s 6-lane option Segments 1 and 2 (Jefferson Avenue/Exit 255 to Humelsine Parkway/Exit 242), VDOT has initiated three consultant contracts to approve the design concept, survey assessment, and geotechnical aspects along the entire 12-mile corridor. He noted the CTB approved $100 million to build the first five mile section. He stated it was VDOT’s intent to have a thorough report for the HRTPO Board in November, including a cost estimate. The Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) is due in December 2013 with the Record of Decision forthwith in early 2014. The contract for construction should be signed by Fall 2014. Vice-Chair Krasnoff expressed his appreciation to both Mr. Utterback and VDOT staff for their continued efforts to realize this project. Mr. Layne commented that Mr. Utterback has put forth great effort toward the interstate re-paving and restoration needs in the region. Mr. Utterback reported that over the last four weeks, VDOT had set a record of 785 lane closures in order to complete its roadway improvements. Mr. Layne noted that $2 billion is being spent on the re-paving and restoration around the State. Mr. Jack Tuttle indicated the $100 million will not be sufficient to widen I-64 the entire 12 miles. He stated the HRTPO Board will then need to decide on whether to use local funds to apply to the project.

Meeting Agenda Public Comment Period Two people requested to address the HRTPO Board. Chair Krasnoff asked them to limit their comments to three minutes.

Mr. Will Christopher Good morning, Chairman Krasnoff, ladies, gentlemen, mayors, chairs, distinguished guests. I'm going to go against my better judgment and actually step off script and to quote Marcus, I'm going to act as if this is our sixth date and we've got some trust built and speak with you freely, with the intent of representing a younger generation. So we've got -- first of all, you guys are doing great. Thank you. What's happening in the region, the cities, amazing stuff. We're seeing more national exposure, we're getting projects done, we're seeing light rail expansion, et cetera. Kudos to HRT for their recent light-rail expansion of public meetings. Thank you. So in picturing two paradigms, one being a traditional concrete road, 3,000 pounds of resources and materials to move me every single day, and then something in the future that's different that also costs money, that there's fear and there's emotions, and you see where I'm going with

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this picture, and when do we -- we are letting go of an old paradigm. It is happening. There's reluctance to it. That's understandable. We want to encourage this group to -- well, that's not true because this group does look at the future, and when I look at the future, I can share my future. These options exist and that we're talking about the next generation and their next generation. The priority is moving goods, services, and people and we continue to get results from LRTP, and of course, I brought with me a bunch of national survey statistics, but do we not have a consensus ultimately that traffic is fill in the blank, it's no good. Do we not have a consensus that folks want something different? Do we not have a consensus that how we've been going about it has been great to get us here, but doesn't get us there? Keep up the great work folks. Remember that I'd like to see my kids Jack and Lydia not have to deal with, I'd like to see them deal with different complications. Thank you. Mr. Ellis W. James Good morning, Mr. Krasnoff, acting chairman. My name is Ellis W. James. I reside at 2021 Kenlake Place in the City of Norfolk. Two quick items. The 9-11 traffic snarl was predictable, and I'm not trying to beat up on anybody. Our friends in the military had a severe problem on their hands, but I would like to know when the communities of Hampton Roads are going to insist upon the follow up that will lead us to an avoidance of any such event happening again. We need to know who the people were who called in the truck bomb threats so that we can nail down whether it was something frivolous or should have been anticipated in view of the very nature of the anniversary of the event. I would hope that this transportation organization would try to pursue that, not frivolously, but to get to the bottom of why we experienced what we experienced in Hampton Roads on that day. Second thing, we are now going to be obviously experiencing, especially in Virginia Beach, the issues that arose in Norfolk previously on light rail. The question is before the TPO, I believe, are these new stories accurate with respect to the cost of the potential extension of light rail. Now, I will be right up front with you. I am a big supporter of light rail. I make no apologies for that. It is wonderful, it's effective, and if we can get it extended to the Oceanfront and get it extended to the universities and to the Naval base, the Naval Air Station, that would be great in my view, but we need to have a good handle on whether or not the monitoring of this projected cost issue which is the bottom line on the whole question of the public's reaction to the extension of light rail. I would hope that the TPO would take a close look at that, and I'm sure that Dwight Farmer's fine staff will be able to help with that in every respect. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

(Mayor Price departs) Submitted Public Comments Vice-Chair Krasnoff reported there were no submitted public comments. Consent Items Vice-Chair Krasnoff outlined the Consent Items as follows:

• Minutes • HRTPO Financial Statement • FY 2012-2015 TIP Amendment: VDOT • FY 2012-2015 TIP Amendment: VDOT • FY 2012-2015 TIP Amendment: VDOT • FY 2012-2015 TIP Amendment: VDOT

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• 2034 LRTP Amendment: Chesapeake • Regional Performance Measures – FY 2013 Update • 2040 LRTP Visioning Survey Report • Existing and Future Truck Delay in Hampton Roads

Mayor Fraim Moved to approve the Consent items; seconded by Mayor Haulman. The Motion Carried. HRTPO Board Three-Month Tentative Schedule Vice-Chair Krasnoff outlined the HRTPO Board three-month tentative schedule in the Agenda Packet. HRTPO Draft Reports for Public Review Vice-Chair Krasnoff highlighted the HRTPO draft reports under review in the Agenda Packet. Correspondence of Interest Vice-Chair Krasnoff referenced the items in the Correspondence of Interest section of the Agenda packet. For Your Information Vice-Chair Krasnoff noted the items in the For Your Information section of the Agenda packet. Old/New Business There was no old/new business. Adjournment With no further business to come before the Hampton Roads TPO, the meeting adjourned at 11:40 a.m. Alan P. Krasnoff Dwight L. Farmer

Vice-Chair Executive Director/Secretary

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HRTPOFISCAL YEAR 2013

REVENUES Annual Budget Current Month YTDVDOT-PL SEC 112 FEDERAL 2,107,317 - - VDOT-PL SEC 112 STATE 275,378 - - VDOT-PL SEC 112 LOCAL 275,378 - - VDOT CMAQ Grant 400,000 - VDOT CMAQ Grant (STATE) 111,300 - - HRT MATCH 25,000 - - WAT MATCH 12,500 - - STATE PASS-THROUGH 37,500 - - FEDERAL PASS-THROUGH 300,000 - - VDRPT 5303 FEDERAL 231,223 - - VDRPT 5303 STATE 28,903 - - VDRPT 5303 LOCAL 28,903 - -

Total Revenue 3,833,402 - -

EXPENSESPERSONNEL 2,498,263 158,813 315,213 CONTRACTUAL 112,552 - - SPECIAL CONTRACTS 42,798 - - OFFICE SERVICES 352,289 2,469 4,588 PASS THROUGH EXPENDITURES 827,500 - INDIRECT COSTS 39,747 71,378

Total Expenses 3,833,402 201,028 391,179

AGENCY BALANCE - (201,028) (391,179)

8/31/2013

STATEMENT OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES

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MPO TIP Report 8/23/2013 2:59:20 PM

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CN Federal - HSIP $27,900 $0 $251,100 $0 $0

PE Federal - STP/HES ($1,544) $0 ($13,899) $0 $0

MPO Note

ROUTE/STREET PROVIDENCE ROAD (0409) TOTAL COST $343,557

FUND SOURCE MATCH FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15

PROGRAM NOTE TIP Amd to release $13,899 (HES) FFY13 PE; add $251,100 (HSIP) FFY13 CN. (lco 8/14/13)

UPC NO 100539 SCOPE Safety

SYSTEM Urban JURISDICTION Virginia Beach OVERSIGHT

DESCRIPTION FROM: Matyiko Drive Intersection TO: Whitehurst Landing Road Intersection

PROJECT Install Ped Signals and ADA Ramps at Providence Rd ADMIN BY Locally

Urban Projects

Hampton Roads MPO

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September 23, 2013

Camelia Ravanbakht, Ph.D., Deputy Executive Director Hampton Roads Metropolitan Planning Organization The Regional Building 723 Woodlake Drive Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

RE: Transportation Alternatives Program Application

Dear Camelia:

City of Chesapeake

Department of Public Works Post Office Box 15225

Chesapeake, Virginia 23328 (757) 382-6101

(757) 382-6310 FAX (757) 382-8537 FAX

The City of Chesapeake is requesting the HRTPO's endorsement of our Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) application for Chesapeake's portion of the "Multi-City" Trail System. The total project cost is estimated to be $600,000 for design and construction of a 3 mile off-road trail system (Phase I) along the abandoned Commonwealth Railroad right-of-way from Gum Court to the Portsmouth City line. We are therefore requesting TAP funding in the amount of $480,000, with the right-of-way necessary to construct the trail serving as the City's required 20% match.

By way of background, the referenced rail line is now abandoned as the Commonwealth Rail Line has been relocated to the medians of State Route 164 and Interstate 664. The Virginia Port Authority, as imminent owner of the Commonwealth Rail Line, has expressed the desire to transfer the property to the City of Chesapeake. As such, Chesapeake proposes to construct a 10-foot recreational off-road trail to accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians. This trail would become a critical component of the larger "Multi-City" Trail that would eventually run from Suffolk to Ocean View, a distance of over 30 miles.

The trail project described above has been endorsed by the Chesapeake Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, the Chesapeake Transportation Safety Commission, and the Chesapeake Bike and Trails Advisory Committee.

I will be in attendance at the TT AC meeting to answer any questions the committee members may have.

Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Sincerely,

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c: Eric J. Martin, P.E., Director of Public Works Michael Barber, Director of Parks and Recreation Jaleh Shea, Director of Planning

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FACT SHEET Proposed Commonwealth Railway Trail in Western Branch

September 10, 2013

Project Scope: • The abandoned Commonwealth and Seaboard rail lines provide an opportunity to

develop a paved multi-use trail in Western Branch, which will add to the area's existing trail system.

• The first phase of the trail would extend from the Portsmouth City line to 1-664 near Gum Road (Commonwealth Rail Line).

• The second phase of the trail would extend from 1-664 to the Suffolk City line (Seaboard Rail line).

• With both phases of the trail, approximately 3.2 miles would be added to Western Branch's existing trail system.

• This trail would connect the existing off-street trails along Bruce and Tyre Neck Roads and create a "loop."

• Eventually, this proposed trail would be part of a multi-city project that follows the abandoned Commonwealth and Seaboard Railroad Line for 31 miles, from the Suffolk train station to Ocean View in Norfolk.

Project Details: • The railroad right-of-ways are 50 feet in width; 10 feet of which would be a paved,

asphalt trail.

• The trail would be used for biking and walking and would be off-road; motorized vehicles would not be permitted.

• The property would be maintained by the Department of Parks and Recreation. • Traffic bollards would be placed at the 6 at grade crossings of the trail to promote

safety. • Trail amenities could be provided in addition to required trail signage. • No lighting or landscaping is proposed at this time.

Project Funding: • Funding exists through the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21)

Transportation Alternatives Program, a competitive grant program. • The grant request amount is $600,000 for the first phase of the project. The City is

required to contribute 20% ($120,000). The donation of the railroad right-of-way is expected to cover the City's required match.

• The deadline for application is November 1, 2013.

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Dwight L. Farmer FY 2014-2015, MAP-21 Transportation Alternatives Program HRTPO Endorsement September 17, 2013 Page 2 PDP/ta Attachments (5) Cc: Tonia Alger, Public Works/Engineering

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Buckner Boulevard Shared-Use Path

This project will provide a 10-ft wide shared-use path along the south side of Buckner Boulevard from Rosemont Road to the western intersection of Rica Drive, a distance of approximately 0.6 miles. The path will tie in to an existing sidewalk that connects to Tidewater Community College at Student Avenue. A new crosswalk will be constructed on the south side of the Rosemont Road/Buckner Boulevard intersection. The shared-use path will be located within the existing right-of-way. This project will greatly improve safety for pedestrian and bicyclists.

The Total Project Cost is approximately $670,000. The City will provide the 20% match ($134,000) and request the remaining 80% ($536,000) in TAP funds.

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Shore Drive Shoulder Widening for On-Road Bike Facility

This project will provide a 4-ft wide paved shoulder for an on-road bike facility along both sides of Shore Drive from Diamond Springs Road to Greenwell Road, a distance of approximately 3.5 miles. The design includes adding 4-ft of paved shoulder to each side of the existing pavement where there is currently grass or gravel shoulders, and 5-ft of paved shoulder where guardrail exists. The shoulder will be located within the existing right-of-way. This project will greatly improve safety for bicyclists traveling Shore Drive.

This project will be constructed in phases. Phase I will include the design of the shoulder for both sides of the road and construction of the eastbound shoulder. The Total Project Cost for this phase is $1,179,080. The City will provide the 20% match ($235,816) and request the remaining 80% ($943,264) in TAP funds. The City will request funds for Phase II, which includes construction of the westbound shoulder, in the next TAP funding cycle.

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Greenwell Road Shared-Use Path/Sidewalk

This project will provide an 8-ft wide asphalt path along the west side of Greenwell Road from First Court Road to Delco Road and a 5-ft wide concrete sidewalk from Delco Road to Shore Drive, a total distance of approximately 0.5 miles. The asphalt path will tie in to an existing asphalt path that connects the Bayside Recreation Center. This project includes piping the existing ditch, new curb and gutter, tree removal and driveway replacement. The asphalt path and concrete sidewalk will be located within the existing right-of-way. This project will greatly improve safety for pedestrians traveling to the recreation center.


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Cypress Avenue and Mediterranean Avenue Sidewalks This project will provide a 5-ft wide concrete sidewalk along the west side of both Cypress Avenue and Mediterranean Avenue from 22nd Street to 24th Street, a total distance of approximately 0.26 miles. Both concrete sidewalks will tie in to existing sidewalks along 24th Street that connects to Virginia Beach Middle School. This project includes piping the existing ditch, new curb and gutter, tree removal as well as driveway replacement. The concrete sidewalks will be located within the existing right-of-way. This project will greatly improve safety for pedestrians traveling to Virginia Beach Middle School.


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Kendall Street Sidewalk

This project will provide a 5-ft wide concrete sidewalk along the west side of Kendall Street from Admiral Drive to the Cape Henry Trail and a 5-ft wide concrete sidewalk along the east side of Kendall Street from the Cape Henry Trail to Shore Drive, a total distance of approximately 0.2 miles. This project includes accessible curb ramps, tree removal as well as driveway replacement. Right-of-way will be required from the state park. This project will greatly improve safety for pedestrians traveling to Shore Drive to access the Beach.


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