05-28-2013 GI Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Regular Meeting Packet__________________________________________________________
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
Policy Board
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Regular Meeting Packet
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Policy Board Members
Voting Members include:
Mayor:
Jay Vavricek
Council Members:
Vaughn Minton, Scott Dugan, Julie Hehnke, Bob Niemann
County Board Members:
Bob McFarland, Dan Purdy
Planning Commission Chair:
Pat O’Neill
Nebraska Department of Roads Director:
Randy Peters
Non-voting members include:
FHWA Nebraska Division Administrator:
Joseph Werning
FTA Region VII Administrator:
Mokhtee Ahmad
04:00
City Hall
100 E First St
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Regular Session
Item A1
Agenda
Staff Contact: Mayor Jay Vavricek
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GIAMPO - Policy Board
AGENDA
Community Meeting Room
Grand Island City Hall
100 E 1st Street, Grand Island NE
Open Meetings Notifications (Posters on Wall)
1. Call to Order
This is a public meeting subject to the open meetings laws of the State of Nebraska.
The requirements for an open meeting are posted on the wall in this room and anyone
that wants to find out what those are is welcome to read through them.
2. Introductions
3. Purpose of the MPO and the Policy Board
4. Review of the Contract with the State of Nebraska regarding the MPO
5. Discuss and Approve the 2014 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).
6. Initial Discussion of By Laws
7. Other Items: Discussion Only
8. Set next meeting date.
9. Adjournment
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Regular Session
Item H1
2014 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
Unified Planning Work Program for Fiscal Year 2014 – Draft
Policy Board Members
Mayor:
Jay Vavricek
Council Members:
Vaughn Minton, Scott Dugan, Julie Hehnke, Bob Niemann
County Board Members:
Bob McFarland, Dan Purdy
Planning Commission Chair:
Pat O’Neill
Nebraska Department of Roads Director:
Randy Peters.
Non-voting members include:
FHWA Nebraska Division Administrator:
Joseph Werning
FTA Region VII Administrator:
Mokhtee Ahmad
Technical Committee Members
The voting membership of the TAC is as follows:
(a) Grand Island Public Works Director.
(b) Grand Island City Administrator.
(c) Grand Island Manager of Engineering Services.
(d) Hall County Regional Planning Director.
(e) Hall County Public Works Director.
(f) Two representatives from NDOR; one designated by the Planning and Development Engineer and the
District Four Engineer
(g) Merrick County Public Works Director or Highway Superintendent
(h) One representative from the Village of Alda.
The Ex-Officio (non-voting) membership of the TAC is as follows:
(a) FHWA Nebraska Division Transportation Planner or designee.
(b) FTA Region VII Transportation Planner or designee.
(c) NDOR Local Projects Division Urban Engineer.
(d) Grand Island Finance Director.
(e) One representative from the Union Pacific Railroad and one representative from the Burlington
Northern Santa Fe Railroad may be appointed to the committee by their respective companies, other
rail system operators may be added by the policy board as needed.
(f) One representative from the Grand Island Area Chamber of Commerce.
(g) One representative from the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation.
(h) The Board of the Central Nebraska Regional Airport may appoint one representative.
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Service Boundary
The GIAMPO Boundary is shown on the attached map, Exhibit A.
Introduction
As required by 23 CFR 420 and 450.314 the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO) has
prepared this Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).
The purpose of this document is to provide the citizens of the GIAMPO and all partnering governing bodies with the
transportation planning work program for fiscal year 2014. This document is a budget document and it will be amended
by the policy board as priorities and activities change.
The GIAMPO has been recently established March 1, 2013 and is in the process of forming the Policy Board and
Technical Committee and their operational rules.
The primary objectives for this year is to complete the formation and organization of the Policy Board and Technical
Committee, hire a staff to document and coordinate GIAMPO activities, and begin to develop a Long Range
Transportation Plan and Transportation Improvement Program for the GIAMPO area.
Plans will be developed in accordance with the metropolitan planning factors as identified in MAP-21 with input from
the public, and partnering governing bodies.
The metropolitan planning process must explicitly consider and analyze, as appropriate, eight planning factors
defined in MAP-21 that reflect sound planning principles.
(1) Support the economic vitality of the metropolitan area, especially by enabling global
competitiveness, productivity and efficiency;
(2) Increase the safety of transportation system for motorized and nonmotorized users;
(3) Increase the security of transportation system for motorized and nonmotorized users;
(4) Increase the accessibility and mobility options available to people and for freight;
(5) Protect and enhance the environment, promote energy conservation, and improve quality of life,
and promote consistency between transportation improvements and State and local planned growth
and economic development patterns;
(6) Enhance the integration and connectivity of the transportation system, across and between
modes, for people and freight;
(7) Promote efficient system management and operation; and
(8) Emphasize the preservation of the existing transportation system.
This input will be used to plan and prioritize projects to meet the transportation needs of the area. Initial efforts will
focus on corridor and network studies to improve safety and efficiency within the existing transportation system.
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
The Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO) functions as the Metropolitan Planning
Organization, responsible for the submission of transportation planning documents to the FHWA, FTA, NDOR, and
public distribution. GIAMPO (staff) works with the MPO Policy Board and Technical Committee. Meaningful public
involvement will be encouraged and actively sought throughout the planning and development of the area’s transportation
plans and programs. Area citizens will be provided an opportunity and encouraged to comment on every aspect of the
transportation planning process through planning meetings, public hearings, and individual correspondence. GIAMPO
will facilitate the development of all planning elements for the Metropolitan Planning Area.
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Staff
The GIAMPO professional staff will be available to aid local officials and concerned citizens in implementing
transportation and various community improvement programs in an overall effort to enhance the area. Staff members
encourage and assist local leaders in several programs, with strong emphasis on the benefits of regional cooperation and
coordination. The GIAMPO staff involved with transportation planning includes a Transportation Planning Coordinator
supported by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer and the Manager of Engineering Services in conjunction with
the Director and staff of the Hall County Regional Planning Department.
Duties
The Transportation Planning Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the development and management of
transportation activities as outlined in MAP-21 and other duties necessary to the function of GIAMPO. A full job
description will be formulated prior hiring a person for this position.
Policy Board
The MPO Policy Board will be responsible for establishing and setting policy for the metropolitan planning area’s
transportation network objectives. The Policy Board will approve the Public Participation Plan (PPP), the Transportation
Planning Work Program (TPWP), the Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), the Metropolitan Planning Area
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and the Passenger Transportation Plan (PTP) planning elements prior to
submittal to the FHWA, FTA, and NDOR.
Technical Advisory Committee
The MPO Transportation Technical Committee (TAC) is responsible for the month-to-month administration of the
transportation planning process, providing data and technical assistance necessary for the development, maintenance, and
recommendation to the Policy Board of the Public Participation Plan (PPP), the Transportation Planning Work Program
(TPWP), the Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), the Metropolitan Planning Area Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) and the Passenger Transportation Plan (PTP). The Hall County Regional Planning Director shall
serve as the first chair of the TAC. Subsequent chairs of the TAC shall be selected in accordance with the
process established in the bylaws of the TAC.
MPO Work Elements
Element A - Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
Responsible Party: City Staff for 2014, GIAMPO Staff for 2015
This document and future versions of this document. GIAMPO staff will be responsible for writing the 2015
UPWP.
Element B - Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
Responsible Party: GIAMPO Staff
This is not due until 2016 after adoption of the LRTP.
Element C – Public Participation Process (PPP)
Responsible Party: City Staff and GIAMPO Staff
This will be done as part of the LRTP. Elements of this can be done before that including public meetings of the
Policy Board and a GIAMPO web site. Opportunities for public participation will be offered at all future GIAMPO
Policy Board meetings and TAC meetings.
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Element D – Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)
Responsible Party: GIAMPO Staff
This is one of the first tasks of GIAMPO and needs to be completed by March of 2016. This will be the 5 and 20
year transportation project plan. It is anticipated that after a Transportation Planning Coordinator is hired for
GIAMPO this person will begin work on creating an RFP for transportation modeling and the creation of the
LRTP. Work on the LRTP could begin by late spring or early summer of 2014
Element E – Transit Planning
Responsible Party: GIAMPO Staff
A plan will need to be created to transition Grand Island from 5311 funding to 5307 funding.
This plan must at a minimum provide a level of service for transit customers consistent with the level of service
that has been offered by Hall County Transportation. Additional services should be considered allowed by
funding and determined by the needs of the community.
Element E – Administration/Systems Management (ASM)
Year 1 activities will include:
hiring and training the Transportation Planning Coordinator, (City Staff)
setting meeting schedules for the Policy Board and TAC, (City Staff with the boards)
creating and approving bylaws for the Policy Board and TAC, (City Staff with the boards)
writing the 2015 UPWP, (GIAMPO Staff)
creating a website for GIAMPO, (City Staff initially, then GIAMPO Staff)
establishing a process for creating the LRTP, (GIAMPO Staff with City Staff)
and managing the funding provided for the UPWP and creation of the LRTP. (GIAMPO Staff)
Budget
It is anticipated that the cost of implementing this UPWP for GIAMPO will be $130,000. Based on the formula funding
for MPO’s in Nebraska GIAMPO is eligible for up to $108,095 for staffing and other expenses. NDOR has indicated that
during the 2014 and 2015 budget years they intend to set aside an additional $150,000 for creation of the GIAMPO
LRTP. The City of Grand Island will provide at least a 20% match for federal funds received either through cash or in kind
services (including but not limited to: staff time, office space, web hosting and financial services) toward GIAMPO
GIAMPO 2014 Budget and Funding
Source Amount Match Total
PL Funds $108,095 $21,619 $129,714
SPR Start Up Funds $50,000 $10,000 $60,000
SPR for LRTP $75,000 $15,000 $90,000
5307 Transit Planning
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PL Funds are Planning Funds designated to all MPO’s through a funding formula.
SPR Funds are Statewide Planning Research Funds Administered and Awarded by NDOR.
The City of Grand Island funding match will be combination of cash and in-kind match including but not limited to: cost
of employees working on MPO activities that are not paid by the grant (City Engineer, Manager of Engineering Services,
City Administrator, Finance Director, Planning Director etc…) office space and equipment and administrative support.
5307 Transit Planning Funds are part of the 5307 Urban Transit Program funding that the City of Grand Island has been
designated to receive beginning with the 2013 fiscal year. These dollars are part of the UPWP and can be used in
conjunction with MPO planning activities that involve transit. As of this date May 24, 2013 there has not been a
determination of the amount of dollars that will be available for planning activities.
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Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Regular Session
Item J1
State of Nebraska Contract & Article 4
Staff Contact: Chad Nabity
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S ta te S t110th RdAbbot Rd
In te rs ta te 8 0 Alda RdLocust StHusker HwySchauppsville RdGuenther Rd
Wood River Rd
Old Potash Hwy
90th RdBlaineChapman Rd
Schimmer Dr
Lowry RdHolling Rd
Schultz Rd
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13th Rd 70th RdWhite Cloud Rd
St Paul RdWildwood Dr
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Engleman RdBlaine StQuandt RdFoster Rd
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Burwick RdGunbarrel Rd60th Rd60th RdU S H ig h w a y 3 0 90th RdMonitor RdI n t e rs t a t e 8 0
Schimmer Dr U S H ighw a y 30Sky Park RdU S H ighw a y 3013th Rd
U S H ighw ay 30Husker Hwy
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Burwick RdEngleman RdOne-R Rd
Stolley Park Rd
80th RdS t a t e S t Shady Bend RdHusker Hwy
Wildwood Dr US Highway 281US Highway 281Stuhr RdCapital Ave
Webb RdGunbarrel RdU S H ighw ay 30State St
Schimmer Dr
Airport Rd
Gunbarrel RdAirport Rd
Guenther Rd
Airport Rd
White Cloud Rd
Schultz Rd
Abbot Rd
North RdNebraska Highway 2
Husker Hwy
Stolley Park Rd
U S H ig h w a y 3 0
Stuhr RdNorth RdWhite Cloud Rd
U S H igh w ay 3 0 Webb RdSchultz Rd60th RdBurwick RdWildwood Dr
Shady Bend RdGuenther Rd
Stolley Park Rd
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Exhibit AGrand Island Area MPO Boundary
Street
Growth Boundary for MPO
Grand Island Urbanized Area
City Limits
Grand Island Zoning Jurisdiction
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ARTICLE 4: Policy Board for the GIAMPO
Section A: A Policy Board for the GIAMPO is hereby created and established.
Sub-Section 1: The voting membership of the Policy Board shall be as
follows:
(a) The Mayor of Grand Island.
(b) Four members of the Grand Island City Council recommended by the Mayor and
approved by the City Council with other annual boards and commissions
appointments.
(c) Two members of the Hall County Board of Supervisors who reside within the
metropolitan transportation planning area, selected by the County Board of
Supervisors.
(d) The Chair of the Hall County Regional Planning Commission, or their designee
from the Hall County Regional Planning Commission. Representative must live
within the metropolitan transportation planning area.
(e) The NDOR Director-State Engineer, or designee.
Sub-Section 2: The Ex-Officio (non-voting) membership on the Policy Board shall
be as follows:
(a) The FHWA Nebraska Division Administrator or designee.
(b) The FTA Region VII Administrator or designee.
(c) Other members as approved by a majority vote of the Policy Board.
Ex-Officio members for the Policy Board shall have the right to fully participate in
the meetings of the Policy Board, except that they shall not be entitled to vote on
matters before the Policy Board.
Section B: The Policy Board shall develop and approve bylaws that will govern the operation of
the Policy Board within six months of the date of this GIAMPO Designation
Agreement. Such bylaws will at a minimum provide for:
Sub-section 1: The Mayor of Grand Island shall serve as the Chair of the MPO
Policy Board and preside over meetings of the Policy Board.
. Sub-section 2: Frequency and place of regularly scheduled meetings of the
Policy Board.
Sub-section 3: Method of conducting meetings of the Policy Board.
Sub-section 4: A process for the election of a vice-chair to serve in the absence of
the Mayor
Section C: The voting and Ex Officio memberships of the Policy Board and any of its sub-
committees created under Article 5 below will be reviewed following each U.S.
decennial census. Adjustments will be made based on the following:
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Sub-section 1: Expansion of the Grand Island urbanized area by the U.S. Census
Bureau.
Sub-section 2: Significant shift in population among the various cities and
the county as documented by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Sub-section 3: Land use forecasts developed by the various cities and
counties within the metropolitan Grand Island planning area accepted and/or
modified by the Policy Board of the GIAMPO.
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Section A: A Technical Advisory Committee, hereinafter referred to as “TAC,” is
hereby created.
Sub-section 1: The voting membership of the TAC shall be as follows:
(a) Grand Island Public Works Director.
(b) Grand Island City Administrator.
(c) Grand Island Manager of Engineering Services.
(d) Hall County Regional Planning Director.
(e) Hall County Public Works Director.
(f) Two representatives from NDOR; one designated by the Planning and
Development Engineer and the District Four Engineer
(g) Merrick County Public Works Director or Highway Superintendent
(h) One representative from the Village of Alda.
(i) Other individuals designated by the Policy Board.
Sub-section 2: The Ex-Officio (non-voting) membership of the TAC shall be as
follows:
(a) FHWA Nebraska Division Transportation Planner or designee.
(b) FTA Region VII Transportation Planner or designee.
(c) NDOR Local Projects Division Urban Engineer.
(d) Grand Island Finance Director.
(e) One representative from the Union Pacific Railroad and one representative from
the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad may be appointed to the committee by
their respective companies, other rail system operators may be added by the
policy board as needed.
(f) One representative from the Grand Island Area Chamber of Commerce.
(g) One representative from the Grand Island Area Economic Development
Corporation.
(h) The Board of the Central Nebraska Regional Airport may appoint one
representative.
(i) Other individuals selected by the voting membership of the TAC and approved
by the Policy Board.
Ex Officio members of the TAC shall have the right to fully participate in the
meetings of the TAC, except that they shall not be entitled to vote on matters before
the TAC.
Sub-section 3: The TAC shall develop and approve bylaws that will govern the
operation of the TAC within six months of the date of this GIAMPO Designation
Agreement which shall be approved by the Policy Board. Such bylaws will at a
minimum provide for:
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(a) A process for the election of a chair and vice-chair to preside over the meetings of
the TAC.
(b) Place of regularly scheduled meetings of the TAC.
(c) Method of conducting meetings of the TAC.
(d) The Hall County Regional Planning Director shall serve as the first chair of the
TAC. Subsequent chairs of the TAC shall be selected in accordance with the
process established in the bylaws of the TAC.
Sub-section 4: The responsibilities of the TAC shall be to advise the Policy Board
on matters pertaining to the GIAMPO. The members of the TAC shall also be
required to assist the GIAMPO with collecting information, performing technical
reviews, formulating recommendations, setting priorities, and other matters as
directed by the Policy Board.
Section B: The Policy Board may create additional sub-committees to advise it as part of
the metropolitan transportation planning process.
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