11-22-2016 GI Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Regular Meeting PacketGIAMPO - Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
4:00 pm @ City Hall - Community Meeting Room
100 E 1st Street, Grand Island, NE 68801
AGENDA
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.Roll Call & Introductions
3.Approval of Minutes from the August 23, 2016 Policy Board Meeting
4.Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)
Amendment No. 1
5.Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
Amendment No. 2
6.Approval Recommendation of Final Draft ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
7.Approval Release and Recommendation of Public Participation Plan Amendment No. 1 for
Public Comments
8.Administrative Modification of Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
9.MPO Financial Update
10.1 & 6 Plan
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11.Transit Needs Study Update
12.2017 GIAMPO Meeting Schedule
13.Other Business
14.Next Meeting
15.Adjournment
Special Accommodations: Please notify the City of Grand Island at 308-385-5444 if you require special
accommodations to attend this meeting (i.e., interpreter services, large print, reader, hearing assistance).
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item C1
Approval of Minutes from the August 23, 2016 Policy Board Meeting
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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GRAND ISLAND AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (GIAMPO)
MINUTES OF POLICY BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 4:00 pm
Grand Island City Hall – Community
100 E 1st Street, Grand Island, NE 68801
VOTING MEMBERS ATTENDANCE:
Jeremy Jensen, Mayor, City of Grand Island Present
Vaughn Minton, City of Grand Island, Council Member Present
Chuck Haase, City of Grand Island, Council Member Present
Julie Hehnke, City of Grand Island, Council Member Present
Mike Paulick, City of Grand Island, Council Member Present
Brad Zumwalt (Kyle Schneweis designee) NDOR Hwy Planning Manager Present
Gary Quandt, Hall County Board Present
Doug Lanfear, Hall County Board Present
Pat O’Neill Present
NON-VOTING MEMBERS ATTENDANCE:
Marlan Ferguson, City of GI, City Administrator Present
Terry Brown, City of GI, Assistant Public Works Director Absent
Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager Present
Catrina DeLosh, City of Grand Island Public Works Present
Renae Griffiths, City of Grand Island Finance Director Present
William Clingman, City of Grand Island Asst. Finance Director Present
Jerry Janulewicz, City of Grand Island Attorney Absent
John Collins, City of GI Public Works Director Present
Tim Golka, City of Grand Island Project Manager Present
Chad Nabity, Regional Planning Director Absent
Joseph Werning, Administrator, FHWA NE Division Absent
Mokhtee Ahmad, Administrator, FTA Region VII Absent
Wes Wahlgren, NDOR District 4 Engineer Absent
Justin Luther, Transportation Planner, Realty, Civil Rights FHWA Absent
Logan Daniels, Federal Transit Administration, Region VII Absent
Mark Bechtel, FTA Community Planner Absent
Daniel Nguyen, FTA Community Planner Absent
Noel Salac, NDOR Planning & Locational Studies Section Head Absent
Mayor Jensen called the meeting to order at 4:03 pm. The Nebraska Open Meetings Act was
acknowledged and roll call was taken. Mayor Jensen acknowledged the fact that Brad Zumwalt,
NDOR Highway Planning Manager, was the designee for Kyle Schneweis, Director of the
Nebraska Department of Roads.
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Approval of minutes from the June 14, 2016 Policy Board Meeting
Motion by Quandt to approve the minutes from the June 14, 2016 meeting, seconded by
Lanfear. Upon roll call vote, all voted in favor; O’Neill abstained.
Metropolitan Planning Organization Program Manger Introduction
Allan Zafft, whom began his employment on July 18, 2016, was introduced to the committee;
with members present also introducing themselves. Zafft has 15 years of transportation
planning in the public and private sectors and has most recently worked with a consultant.
Most of his career was spent with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT)
managing federal fund requirements for LPA projects, serving as a liaison for the Kansas City
MPO and regional planning commissions, and managing planning studies.
Approval Recommendation of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment No. 1
Zafft informed the committee that it is necessary to amend the FY 2016-2020 Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) to allow for the addition of two (2) projects. The 5311 funds for
rural areas can’t be used in urban areas; therefore 5307 funds relating to transit operations for
2016, 2017 & 2018 in the urban areas is being added, as well as the use of 5311 rural funds for
transit operations, which was recommended by Federal Transportation Administration (FTA).
This amendment is holding up the 5307 grant application (transit operations) with FTA. A
fifteen (15) day public comment period for this amendment began on August 3, 2016. Zumwalt
noted it will take 5-6 weeks to include this amendment in the State Transportation
Improvement Program (STIP) by the Governor’s designee and then be sent for Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA) approval.
Motion by Paulick to approve Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment No. 1,
seconded by O’Neill. Upon roll call, all voted in favor.
Approval of Resolution Recognizing MPO’s FY 2016-2020 Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) for Inclusion in the State’s FY 2017-2020 Statewide Transportation
Improvement Program (STIP)
Zafft informed the Policy Board that the GIAMPO TIP needs to be recognized by the State to be
included in the 2017-2020 STIP. This will be done an annual basis going forward.
Motion by Zumwalt to approve the resolution recognizing MPO’s FY 2016-2020 Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) for inclusion in the State’s FY 2017-2020 Statewide Transportation
Improvement Program (STIP), seconded by O’Neill. Upon roll call, all voted in favor.
Next Meeting Date
The next meeting of the Policy Board will be on November 22, 2016 at 4:00 pm at City Hall.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Jensen adjourned the meeting at 4:15 pm.
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item E1
Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Long Range Transportation
Plan (LRTP) Amendment No. 1
In April 2016, the GIAMPO Policy Board approved the Journey 2040, the Grand Island metropolitan
region’s Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). It is a blueprint that describes how the region will
invest in its multimodal transportation system over the next 25 years. The GIAMPO amends the LRTP to
accommodate changes to projects in the LRTP. The proposed Amendment No. 1 to the LRTP adjusts the
anticipated project costs for one (1) Nebraska Department of Roads project and adjusts the fiscal
constraint of the plan to include additional anticipated federal revenue. This project adjustment will
modify the programming of two (2) Grand Island projects. Amendment No.1 requires modifications
(shown in red) in Chapter 7 – Financial Plan and Chapter 9 – Recommended Plan of the LRTP
On October 17, 2016, the GIAMPO Technical Advisory Committee approved the recommendation and
release of Final Draft LRTP Amendment No. 1 for public comment. The amendment was made for public
comment for a thirty day period from October 18, 2016 to November 18, 2016.
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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GIAMPO RESOLUTION NO. 2016-8
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
A Resolution Amending the Long Range Transportation Plan “Journey 2040”
WHEREAS, the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO), is
designated as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Grand Island Urbanized
Area, by the Governor acting through the Nebraska Department of Roads in cooperation with
locally elected officials of the Grand Island Urbanized Area; and WHEREAS, a Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) is required by the U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT) and was developed by the MPO for the Grand Island metropolitan area;
and
WHEREAS, the GIAMPO Long Range Transportation Plan “Journey 2040” was approved by the MPO Policy Board on April 26, 2016. This plan provides a comprehensive plan to guide
multimodal transportation improvements in the Grand Island metropolitan area over a 25-year
planning horizon; and
WHEREAS, the GIAMPO Fiscal Years 2016-2020 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is the MPO’s four-year implementation program and must be consistent with the Long Range
Transportation Plan; and
WHEREAS, estimated costs for one of the Nebraska Department of Roads’ projects has increased significantly since the development of the GIAMPO Long Range Transportation and this increase modifies the programming of two Grand Island projects; and
WHEREAS, the amendment has been made available for public comment for a thirty (30) day period and has been reviewed and recommended for adoption by the MPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), and now requires official approval from the MPO Policy Board; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Policy Board of the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization approves and adopts the amendment to the MPO’s Long Range Transportation Plan, replacing Chapter 7 and Chapter 9 of the Plan with the attached document.
Certification:
The foregoing resolution was approved by the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on November 22, 2016.
By: Attest:
______________________________
______________________________ Jeremy Jensen, Mayor / Chairman John Collins, Public Works Director
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Table 7-1: Total Available Roadway Funds (2016-2040)
Total Available Roadway Funds ($1,000)
Time
Period Federal State Local Total
Revenues
2016-2025 $24,836 $109,366 $42,430 $176,632
2026-2040 TBD9 $169,495 $89,952 $259,447
Total $24,836 $278,861 $132,382 $436,079
Table 7-2 on the following page shows the amount of funding available for constructing new projects after the costs for personnel, operations, maintenance, reconstruction, and equipment, plus projects
that have already been programed, are subtracted. This funding balance is assumed to be available to
construct new projects in the GIAMPO Area based upon a conservative forecast of future operations and maintenance costs and revenue generation. Assumptions relating to the forecasts and detailed tables are shown in Appendix C.
9 To Be determined (TBD): Federal revenue estimates for NDOR projects in the GIAMPO planning area will be determined as the MPO’s needs are assessed and funding targets are established. At this time, NDOR is still
assessing the need for specific projects of regional significance in the Grand Island Area MPO planning area for the period of 2020-2040. NDOR has established revenue projections within the timeframe of the NDOR Surface
Transportation Program Book, a six-year document that outlines NDOR’s projects and future expenditures. NDOR recognizes an ongoing and long-term need to monitor, evaluate and upgrade the state highway and interstate
highway system in the Grand Island Area MPO planning area as well as the State of Nebraska at large. NDOR will continue to monitor the existing conditions and proposed future changes to the state highway system
with the continuing cooperation, coordination and assistance of GIAMPO and local partners. As future needs are identified with regard to infrastructure condition, safety, roadway capacity or transit service, NDOR will work to
address these needs and include them through update or amendment in the GIAMPO Long Range Plan, TIP and the NDOR Surface Transportation Program Book and STIP as required by State and Federal regulation.
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Table 7-2: Funds Available for New Roadway Projects
New Roadway Project Revenue ($1,000)
Time
Period Federal Local / State Total
Revenues
2016-2025 $0 $55,117 $55,117
2026-2040 TBD10 $113,236 $113,236
Total $0 $168,353 $168,353
Funding for transit service was also examined through the 2040 horizon year. Transit service in the GIAMPO area is expected to continue but will be subject to the availability of local matching funds. A
detailed breakdown of transit funding sources, assumptions and year-to-year forecasts for available
revenue is shown in Appendix C. It is assumed that Grand Island will provide service only up to the budget that is available through a combination of Federal Transit funding and local matching dollars. A summary of the available transit revenue is shown below in Table 7-3.
Table 7-3: Transit Revenue and Expenditures (2016-2040)
Transit Revenue/Expenditure ($1,000)
Time Period Federal Local / State Total Revenue
2016-2025 $5,762 $2,839 $8,602
2026-2040 $11,193 $5,765 $16,958
Total $16,956 $8,604 $25,560
10 To Be determined (TBD): Federal revenue estimates for NDOR projects in the GIAMPO planning area will be determined as the MPO’s needs are assessed and funding targets are established. At this time, NDOR is still
assessing the need for specific projects of regional significance in the Grand Island Area MPO planning area for the period of 2020-2040. NDOR has established revenue projections within the timeframe of the NDOR Surface
Transportation Program Book, a six-year document that outlines NDOR’s projects and future expenditures. NDOR recognizes an ongoing and long-term need to monitor, evaluate and upgrade the state highway and interstate
highway system in the Grand Island Area MPO planning area as well as the State of Nebraska at large. NDOR will continue to monitor the existing conditions and proposed future changes to the state highway system
with the continuing cooperation, coordination and assistance of GIAMPO and local partners. As future needs are identified with regard to infrastructure condition, safety, roadway capacity or transit service, NDOR will work to
address these needs and include them through update or amendment in the GIAMPO Long Range Plan, TIP and the NDOR Surface Transportation Program Book and STIP as required by State and Federal regulation.
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Table 9-1: Total Available Roadway Revenue (2016-2040)
Total Available Roadway Funds ($1,000)
Time
Period Federal State Local Total
Revenues
2016-2025 $24,836 $109,366 $42,430 $176,632
2026-2040 TBD14 $169,495 $89,952 $259,447
Total $24,836 $278,861 $132,382 $436,079
Committed projects are defined to include those projects currently programmed or now under construction. The first step in identifying the amount of funds available for new construction was to
subtract the cost of these projects from the estimated total revenues from 2016 through 2040. A
number of major projects have been programmed for the Grand Island area. Many of the committed projects are being completed by NDOR utilizing federal funding from a number of sources. The specific
construction year and funding by source can be found in the GIAMPO Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2016-20.
Between 2016 and 2020, NDOR will complete a major reconstruction on I-80 in the GIAMPO study
area, the reconstruction of U.S.-281 between U.S.-30 and Broadwell, and replacement of three bridges on U.S.-30. NDOR has also committed to construct a U.S.-30 west bypass from west of US-281 to near
County Road 20 and then also install automated gates at I-80 interchanges. The total cost of these
projects, shown in Table 9-2, is estimated at $59 million.
14 To Be determined (TBD): Federal revenue estimates for NDOR projects in the GIAMPO planning area will be determined as the MPO’s needs are assessed and funding targets are established. At this time, NDOR is still
assessing the need for specific projects of regional significance in the Grand Island Area MPO planning area for the period of 2020-2040. NDOR has established revenue projections within the timeframe of the NDOR Surface
Transportation Program Book, a six-year document that outlines NDOR’s projects and future expenditures. NDOR recognizes an ongoing and long-term need to monitor, evaluate and upgrade the state highway and interstate
highway system in the Grand Island Area MPO planning area as well as the State of Nebraska at large. NDOR will continue to monitor the existing conditions and proposed future changes to the state highway system
with the continuing cooperation, coordination and assistance of GIAMPO and local partners. As future needs are identified with regard to infrastructure condition, safety, roadway capacity or transit service, NDOR will work to
address these needs and include them through update or amendment in the GIAMPO Long Range Plan, TIP and the NDOR Surface Transportation Program Book and STIP as required by State and Federal regulation.
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Table 9-2: Committed Project Cost
Committed Project Cost ($1,000)
Time
Period Federal State Local Total Costs
2016-2025 $24,836 $29,823 $4,647 $59,306
Note: Project Costs have been inflated to Year of Expenditure by sponsoring jurisdictions at a 4 percent increase per year per US DOT recommendations.
The City of Grand Island and Hall County in the GIAMPO study area have an annual Operation and
Maintenance budget to maintain the existing transportation infrastructure. It includes personnel, equipment, and materials cost of maintenance. It also includes funds for more extensive maintenance projects such as resurfacing, replacing curbs, signs, signal maintenance, and other similar activities.
NDOR contracts with the local governments to complete routine maintenance. Table 9-3 presents the combined local and state maintenance costs. Operation and Maintenance costs, also presented in
Table 9-3, were projected for the next 25 years. These costs are shown on an annual basis in Appendix
C. In addition, a general estimate of reconstruction costs for projects not yet determined was included in these cost estimates. The funds for operations, maintenance, and reconstruction are shown in Table 9-3. The inflation rate for the future year of expenditure is based upon past trends for each specific line
item. These assumptions and rates are documented in Appendix C.
Table 9-3: Operation and Maintenance Budget
Operation & Maintenance
Expenditures ($1,000)
Time Period
Local Operation &
Maintenance
2016-2025 $62,209
2026-2040 $146,211
Total $208,420
Table 9-4 on the following page shows the remaining funds available after committed project costs,
operations and maintenance costs are subtracted from the total revenues. In summary, the table shows
anticipated revenues for available for programming new construction projects in the GIAMPO area for the remaining portion of the plan.
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Table 9-4: Available Roadway Revenue
Available New Project Revenue ($1,000)
Time
Period Federal Local / State Total
Revenue
2016-2025 $0 $55,117 $55,117
2026-2040 TBD15 $113,236 $113,236
Total $0 $168,353 $168,353
9.2 Project Priority Process
The projects were evaluated and prioritized based upon the funds and in what time period the project would be proposed. This process took three steps: project evaluation, public input, and MPO Technical
Committee review.
Each of the proposed projects presented in the Long-Range Transportation Plan was evaluated based on the GIAMPO 2040 project goals and evaluation criteria presented in Chapter 3. Each criterion was
transparent. Base factors and criteria were developed for each project goal. A composite score was
calculated for each project based on the goal score multiplied by the goal weight, which was developed as part of the public involvement process. The priorities are discussed in Chapter 5, with detailed
project scoring shown in the Appendices.
Public input was sought on project priorities. As part of the second public meeting, participants scored a
high, medium, or low prioritization to each project type. They also provided input on specific projects
15 To Be determined (TBD): Federal revenue estimates for NDOR projects in the GIAMPO planning area will be determined as the MPO’s needs are assessed and funding targets are established. At this
time, NDOR is still assessing the need for specific projects of regional significance in the Grand Island
Area MPO planning area for the period of 2020-2040. NDOR has established revenue projections within the timeframe of the NDOR Surface Transportation Program Book, a six-year document that
outlines NDOR’s projects and future expenditures. NDOR recognizes an ongoing and long-term need
to monitor, evaluate and upgrade the state highway and interstate highway system in the Grand Island Area MPO planning area as well as the State of Nebraska at large.
NDOR will continue to monitor the existing conditions and proposed future changes to the state highway system with the continuing cooperation, coordination and assistance of GIAMPO and local partners. As future needs are identified with regard to infrastructure condition, safety, roadway capacity
or transit service, NDOR will work to address these needs and include them through update or
amendment in the GIAMPO Long Range Plan, TIP and the NDOR Surface Transportation Program Book and STIP as required by State and Federal regulation.
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Table 9-5: Fiscally Constrained Project Plan
Grand Island Area MPO Transportation Improvement Program FY 2016-2020
State
ID
Project
Name Project Description A/Q
Status
Length
(SLM)
Total Project Est. Phase YOE Fund Type Fund
Description
TIP Estimate by
Phase Amount ($1,000)
PE 2016 City Grand Island $115
PE 2016 State Build Nebraska $1,735
ROW 2018 City Grand Island $10
Construct 4-Lane Divided Highway ROW 2018 State Build Nebraska $2,129
US-30, from US 281 in Grand Island Const/CE 2020 City Grand Island $1,262
41704
US-281
West, Grand Island West to City Limits - Beg RP 309.15 Exempt 3.5 mi $25,978 Const/CE 2020 State Build Nebraska $20,727
PE 2017 State NDOR $31
ROW 2018 State NDOR $1
Mill, Concrete repair, resurface 4-lane dual Roadway and Shoulders, Bridge repair Const/CE 2019 NHPP
National Highway Performance Program $7,300
42674
Platte
River - Phillips I-80 from Platte River west of Grand to Phillips, Beginning RP 310.88 Exempt 7.7 mi $8,144 Const/CE 2019 State NDOR $812
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State ID Project Name Project Description A/Q Status
Length (SLM)
Total Project Est. Phase YOE Fund Type Fund Description
TIP Estimate by Phase Amount ($1,000)
PE 2015 State NDOR $779
Const/CE 2017 City Grand Island $3,126
Resurf existing roadway & US-281/N-2 ramps, concrete repair, brdge repair, add subdrains Const/CE 2017 NHPP
National
Highway Performance Program $11,450
US-281 from Old US-30 Viaduct
over UPRR, North to 1.8 mi South of Howard County Line Const/CE 2017 SFTY
Nation Safety
Improve. Program $585
42690 In Grand Island & North Beginning RP - 68.90 Exempt 9.6 mi $18,707 Const/CE 2017 State NDOR $2,767
PE 2016 State NDOR $39
Deploy automated gate systems and COTV Cameras Const/CE 2017 ITS
Intelligent
Transportation Systems $949
42773 Grand Island - WACO Several I-80 interchages in District 4 Exempt 0 $1,094 Const/CE 2017 State NDOR $106
Bridge repair/overlay,sealing,
approach slabs Const/CE 2018 NHPP
National Highway Performance
Program $2,339
42776 In Grand Island Bridges Three Bridges in Grand Island Beginning NP 312.93 Exempt 0 $2,924 Const/CE 2018 State NDOR $585
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State ID Project Name Project Description A/Q Status Length (SLM)
Total
Project Est. Phase YOE Fund Type Fund Description
TIP Estimate
by Phase Amount ($1,000)
PE 2016 SFTY
Nation Safety Improve.
Program $100
PE 2016 Local Grand Island $10
Reconfigure Stolley Park Road to 3,4 and 5 lane sections - FHWA
Road Diet Initiative Const./CE 2017 SFTY
Nation Safety Improve.
Program $1,115
42812
Grand Island-Stolley Park
Reconfiguration From Webb Road to S. Locust St Exempt 2.04 mi $1,349 Const./CE 2017 Local Grand Island $124
PE 2016 State NDOR $1
Const/CE 2016 State NDOR $111
42828
District 4 -
Districtwide striping Install durable pavement markings Exempt 0 $1,110 Const/CE 2016 SFTY
Nation Safety
Improve. Program $998
FTA Sec. 5307 $100
Transit Needs Analysis Feasibility Study to identify Transit Needs Exempt $125 2016 Local Grand Island $25
Total $59,431
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Table 9-5: Fiscally Constrained Project Plan (Continued)
GIAMPO Project Listing 2021-2025
Project
ID Project Name Project Description From To Jurisdiction
Total Cost
($1,000)
Current Year
Total Cost
($1,000) Future
Year
Available Fiscal
Constrained ($1,000)
2016 - 2025 $55,117
Intersection
Improvements
Improvements at various
intersections Various Various Grand Island $3,500 $4,606 $50,511
B-3a Stuhr Road Widen to 3 lanes US-30 BNSF RR Grand Island $9,656 $12,707 $37,804
B-2a Old Potash Highway Widen to 5 lanes Claude Road Webb Road Grand Island $4,307 $5,668 $32,136
B-8 Husker Highway Widen to 3 lanes US-281 North Road Grand Island $4,947 $6,510 $25,626
B-7 Stolley Park Road Widen to 3 lanes Fair Ground
Entrance Stuhr Road Grand Island $2,183 $2,872 $22,754
B-1a Capital Avenue Widen to 5 lanes Broadwell
Avenue
BNSF RR/Oak
Street Grand Island $3,438 $4,524 $18,230
B-6 13th Street Widen to 3 lanes West of US-281 Independence
Avenue Grand Island $4,193 $5,517 $12,713
Total 2021-2025 $32,224 $42,404 $12,713
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Table 9-5 Fiscally Constrained Project Plan continued
GIAMPO Project Listing 2026-2040
Project
ID Project Name Project Description From To Jurisdiction
Total Cost
($1,000)
Current Year
Total Cost
($1,000)
Future Year
Available Fiscal
Constrained
($1,000)
2026-2040 $125,949*
B-4 North Road Widen to 3 lanes Highway 2 Old Potash
Highway Grand Island $11,081 $14,582 $111,367
Intersection
Improvements
Improvements at various
intersections Various Various Grand Island $3,764 $7,332 $97,032
2 Stuhr Bridges over
BNSF and UPRR Engineering Grand Island $2,048 $3,989 $93,043
B-3b Stuhr Road Widen to 3 lanes BNSF RR US-34 Grand Island $9,656 $18,809 $74,234
B-1b Capital Avenue Widen to 3 lanes BNSF RR/Oak
Street St Paul Road Grand Island $1,781 $3,470 $70,764
B-1c Capital Avenue Widen to 3 lanes Dairy Queen Engleman
Road Grand Island $5,700 $11,103 $59,661
B-2b Old Potash
Highway Widen to 3 lanes Engleman
Road Claude Road Grand Island $5,269 $10,264 $49,397
B-5 Swift Road New 2-lane road Talc Road Shady Bend
Road Grand Island $3,150 $6,136 $43,261
4 Broadwell over
UPRR and
Broadwell
Extension
Broadwell Avenue Widening
(5-lane)
Faidley
Avenue Third Street
Grand Island
$3,900 $7,597 $35,664
5 Broadwell UPRR bridge $13,000 $25,323 $10,341
6 Broadwell Extension (3-lane) Anna Street Adams Street $4,900 $9,545 $796
Total 2026-2040 $53,768 $104,735 $796
*Note: includes $12,713 of FY2016-2025 carryover plus forecast $113,236.
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Table 9-6: Illustrative Project Plan
GIAMPO Illustrative Projects
Project ID Project Name Project Description From To Jurisdiction
Total
Cost
($1,000)
Current
Year
Total
Cost
($1,000)
Future
Year
Available
Fiscal
Constrained
($1,000)
Illustrative Project 2040+ $796
11 13th St. – 10th
St. Connector Reconstruct W 13th Street 10th Street Grand Island $600 $992
7 North Road and
UPRR Bridge Widen to 3 lanes; new 2-lane bridge Old Potash Hwy Husker Hwy Grand Island $16,200 $26,776
9 Broadwell over
BNSF
Widen to 5 lanes
Capital Avenue Airport Road Grand Island $14,300 $23,636
Realign Old Highway 2 to connect Custer
Avenue;
New 4-lane bridge
3 Eddy Street
Extension New 2-lane Road Phoenix Avenue Locust Street Grand Island $3,300 $5,454
12 Alda Road and
UPRR Bridge New 2-lane bridge Apollo Street Hwy 30 Grand Island $11,300 $18,677
15 East Bypass (5-
lanes)
5-lane Stolley Park Road * Locust Street Stuhr Road
Grand Island
$2,500 $4,132
5-Lane Stuhr Road / Sky Park Road * US-34 Capital
Avenue $11,875 $19,628
5-lane Husker Hwy US-281 Stuhr Road $18,750 $30,991
5=lane Captial Avenue BNSF RR/Oak Street Sky Park Road $20,375 $33,677
16 East Bypass US-
281 to I-80 4-lane Expressway I-80 US 281 Grand Island $78,750 $130,162
2
Stuhr Road
bridge over
UPRR
New 4-lane bridges
Highway 30 4th Street
Grand Island $15,952 $26,366
Stuhr Road
bridge over
BNSF
New 4-lane bridge Grand Island $11,000 $18,181
*expand 3-lane to 5-lane
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item E2
Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment No. 2
The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is the region’s short-range program, identifying
projects to receive federal funds and projects of regional significance to be implemented over the next
five year period. The GIAMPO amends the TIP to accommodate changes to projects in the TIP. The
proposed Amendment No. 2 to the TIP adjusts the anticipated project costs for one (1) Nebraska
Department of Roads project to ensure consistency between the LRTP and TIP.
On October 17, 2016, the GIAMPO Technical Advisory Committee approved the recommendation of
Final Draft TIP Amendment No. 2. The amendment was made for public comment for a thirty day period
from October 18, 2016 to November 18, 2016.
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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GIAMPO RESOLUTION NO. 2016-9
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
A Resolution Amending the FY 2016-2020 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
WHEREAS, the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO), is
designated as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Grand Island
Urbanized Area, by the Governor acting through the Nebraska Department of Roads in cooperation with locally elected officials of the Grand Island Urbanized Area; and
WHEREAS, the MPO, pursuant to 23 USC 134 and 49 USC 5303, adopted on April 26,
2016, a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for fiscal years 2016-2020; and
WHEREAS, the MPO has prepared an amendment to the MPO’s Fiscal Years 2016-2020 TIP that modifies the estimate of a project as identified in Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS, the projects included in the amendment are consistent with currently
adopted Long Range Transportation Plan “Journey 2040”; and WHEREAS, the amendment has been made available for public comment for a thirty (30) day period and has been reviewed and recommended for adoption by the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) of the MPO, and now requires official approval from the Policy Board of the MPO; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Policy Board of the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization approves and adopts the amendment to the MPO’s Fiscal Years 2016-2020 TIP.
Certification:
The foregoing resolution was approved by the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on November 22, 2016.
By: Attest:
______________________________ ______________________________
Jeremy Jensen, Mayor / Chairman John Collins, Public Works Director
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Exhibit A
MODIFY THE ESTIMATE OF A PROJECT TO THE
GRAND ISLAND AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
TRANSPORTATON IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
FY 2016-2020
Original
State ID Sponsor Dis HWY Project No.Project Name
Project Description / Primary Work Type Category /
Termini A/Q Status
Length
(SLM)
Total Project
Est.Phase YOE Fund Type Fund Description
TIP
Estimate by Phase
Amount ($1,000)
PE 2015 State NDOR $779
Const./CE 2017 City Grand Island $2,542
Resurf existing roadway & US-281/N-2 ramps,
concrete repair, brdge repair, add subdrains Const./CE 2017 NHPP
National Highway
Performance Program $10,300
US-281 from Old US-30 Viaduct over UPRR, North
to 1.8 mi South of Howard County Line Const./CE 2017 HSIP
Highway Safety
Improvement Program $553
42690 NDOR 4 US-281 NH-HSIP-281-2(127)In Grand Island & North Beginning RP - 68.90 Exempt 9.6 mi $16,658 Const./CE 2017 State NDOR $2,484
Revise
State ID Sponsor Dis HWY Project No.Project Name
Project Description / Primary Work Type Category /
Termini A/Q Status
Length
(SLM)
Total Project
Est.Phase YOE Fund Type Fund Description
TIP
Estimate by Phase
Amount ($1,000)
PE 2015 State NDOR $779
Const./CE 2017 City Grand Island $3,126
Resurf existing roadway & US-281/N-2 ramps,
concrete repair, brdge repair, add subdrains Const./CE 2017 NHPP
National Highway
Performance Program $11,450
US-281 from Old US-30 Viaduct over UPRR, North
to 1.8 mi South of Howard County Line Const./CE 2017 HSIP
Highway Safety
Improvement Program $585
42690 NDOR 4 US-281 NH-HSIP-281-2(127)In Grand Island & North Beginning RP - 68.90 Exempt 9.6 mi $18,707 Const./CE 2017 State NDOR $2,767Grand IslandRegular Session - 11/22/2016Page 21 / 88
Monday, October 03, 2016 Page 1 of 1 Grand Island Metropolitan Region TIP – Amendment No. 2
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
Transportation Improvement Program
Fiscal Years 2016 - 2020
Amendment No. 2
Project or State ID: 42690 Sponsor: NDOR District: 4 Highway: US-281
Project No.: NH-HSIP-281-2(127) A/Q: Status: Exempt Length (SLM): 9.6 mi
Project Name: In Grand Island & North
Project Description / Primary Work Type Resurf existing roadway & US-281/N-2 ramps, concrete repair, brdge repair, add subdrains
Category / Termini: US-281 from Old US-30 Viaduct over UPRR, North to 1.8 mi South of Howard County Line
Beginning RP - 68.90
Amendment Description: Updated budget to reflect latest estimates.
Phase
Year of
Expenditure Fund Type
Fund or Obligation
Description
TIP
Estimate by Phase
Amount ($1,000)
PE 2015 State NDOR $779
Const./CE 2017 City Grand Island $3,126
Const./CE 2017 NHPP
National Highway
Performance
Program $11,450
Const./CE 2017 HSIP
Highway Safety
Improvement
Program $585
Const./CE 2017 State NDOR $2,767
Federal Total: $12,035 Non-Federal Total: $6,672 Total: $18,707
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TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Financial Plan Update
Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Fiscal Years 2016-2020 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
will require financial constraint table from the Fiscal Years 2016-2020 TIP to be modified as follows:
GRAND ISLAND AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (GIAMPO)
TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Fiscal Years 2016-2020
Financial Constraint Projects
($1,000's)
Fiscal Year
Federal Highway Administration 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Total
National Highway Performance Program $0 $12,399 $2,339 $7,300 $0 $22,038
Highway Safety Improvement Program $1,098 $1,700 $0 $0 $0 $2,798
Nebraska Department of Roads $1,886 $3,003 $2,715 $811 $20,727 $29,142
City of Grand Island $125 $3,250 $10 $0 $1,262 $4,647
$3,109 $20,352 $5,064 $8,111 $21,989 $58,625
Federal Transit Administration 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Total
Section 5307 $405 $317 $330 $0 $0 $1,052
Section 5311 $18 $19 $19 $0 $0 $56
Nebraska Department of Roads $6 $6 $6 $0 $0 $18
City of Grand Island $330 $317 $330 $0 $0 $977
Hall County $6 $6 $6 $0 $0 $18
$765 $665 $691 $0 $0 $2,121
NOTE: The financial table above illustrates the identified funding for the projects included in the tables for
FY 2016-2020.
Project # 42690 had PE done in FY 2015, this is not reflect in the Financial Constraint Table for $779
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item E3
Approval Recommendation of Final Draft ADA Self-Evaluation and
Transition Plan
In April 2016, the GIAMPO Policy Board approved the MPO Self Certification for the Grand Island Area
Metropolitan Planning Organization. The certification indicated that a ADA Self-Evaluation and
Transition Plan is scheduled for adoption by November 22, 2016, so the GIAMPO will meet the
provisions of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 USC 12101 et seq.) and 49 CFR. Parts 27, 37,
and 38. The proposed ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan for the GIAMPO was developed in
accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973.
On October 17, 2016, the GIAMPO Technical Advisory Committee approved the recommendation of
Final Draft ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. This plan was made for public comment for a
fifteen day period from October 19, 2016 to November 4, 2016.
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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GIAMPO RESOLUTION NO. 2016-10
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
A Resolution Approving the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
WHEREAS, the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO), is designated as
the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Grand Island Urbanized Area, by the Governor acting through the Nebraska Department of Roads in cooperation with locally elected
officials of the Grand Island Urbanized Area; and
WHEREAS, the MPO is required to be in accordance with the provisions of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 USC 12101 et seq.) and 49 CFR. parts 27, 37, and 38 as specified in the
MPO Self Certification approved on April 26, 2016 by the Policy Board of the MPO; and
WHEREAS, as a recipient of federal funding, the MPO must comply with Title II of the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act; and WHEREAS, Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act states that “No qualified individual with a
disability in the United States shall be excluded from, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to
discrimination under” any program that receives federal financial assistance; and WHEREAS, the ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability relating to employment and
access to public programs, services, activities and facilities, and Title II of the ADA specifically
applies to all state and local governments, including metropolitan planning organizations; and WHEREAS, Title II of the ADA requires that public entities conduct a self-evaluation of its policies
and practices to ensure that its programs, services, activities and facilities are accessible to and do
not discriminate against people with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, an ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan has been prepared for the MPO; and
WHEREAS, the ADA Self and Transition Plan has been made available for public comment for a fifteen (15) day period and has been reviewed and recommended for adoption by the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) of the MPO, and now requires official approval from the Policy Board of the MPO; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Policy Board of the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization approves and adopts the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition. Certification:
The foregoing resolution was approved by the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on November 22, 2016.
By: Attest: ______________________________ ______________________________
Jeremy Jensen, Mayor / Chairman John Collins, Public Works Director
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Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
Title II of Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
The preparation of this document has been financed in part through funds from the Federal Highway
Administration, Federal Transit Administration, the U.S. Department of Transportation, under the
Metropolitan Planning Program, Section 104(f) of Title 23 U.S. Code, and Nebraska Department of
Roads. The contents of this document do not necessary reflect the official views or policy of the U.S.
Department of Transportation.
November 15, 2016 – DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENTS
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Table of Contents
About the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization ..................................................................2
Metropolitan Planning Area ...................................................................................................................................2
Introduction and Statement of Commitment ..................................................................................................2
Methodology for Self-Evaluation ....................................................................................................................3
Public Comment for ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan ...............................................................................4
Evaluation of the MPO’s Policies and Procedures ............................................................................................4
ADA and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator ......................................................................................................4
Public Participation .................................................................................................................................................5
Public Meetings and Opportunity for Comment ....................................................................................................5
Compliant Procedures for the General Public ........................................................................................................5
Complaint Substance and Format ......................................................................................................................5
Timeframe for Filing Complaints ........................................................................................................................7
Processing and Investigating Complaints ...........................................................................................................7
Dismissal of a Complaint ....................................................................................................................................8
Contact Information ...........................................................................................................................................9
Evaluation of the GIAMPO Premises ...............................................................................................................9
Parking ....................................................................................................................................................................9
Access to the building, offices and meeting rooms ................................................................................................9
Doorways and hardware ........................................................................................................................................9
Reception areas ................................................................................................................................................... 10
Offices .................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Internal navigation .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Communication ................................................................................................................................................... 10
Conference rooms ............................................................................................................................................... 10
Conclusions ................................................................................................................................................. 10
Appendix ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Transition Plan ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
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About the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
The Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO), established in 2013, and serves
as the formal transportation planning body for the greater Grand Island, Nebraska metropolitan area,
carrying out the intent of 23 CFR 450. The Governor of Nebraska designated the GIAMPO as the official
metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for the Grand Island Urbanized Area, as defined by the U.S.
Bureau of the Census (U.S. Census Bureau).
Federal regulations require that each urbanized area, as a condition to receive any federal capital or
operating assistance, have a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C) transportation planning
process. GIAMPO is designated to carry out the 3-C process which results in transportation plans and
programs that are consistent with the comprehensively planned development of the Grand Island
metropolitan area.
GIAMPO’s structure is formed by two designated committees – Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)
and Policy Committee. The TAC is a staff-level committee, which provides technical support and
recommendations to the Policy Board. The Policy Board is the decision-making body comprised mainly
of local elected officials and a representative from the Nebraska Department of Roads.
The City of Grand Island's City Engineer/Public Works Director serves as the MPO Director, with MPO
staff reporting to the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. At this time the MPO
Program Manager is the only staff member, receiving support from others in the Public Works and
Planning Departments. Therefore, references to GIAMPO in this document will also refer to the City of
Grand Island unless otherwise noted.
Metropolitan Planning Area
GIAMPO is responsible for transportation planning activities within a geographic area identified as the
Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA). GIAMPO’s MPA is comprised of the City of Grand Island, Village of
Alda, portions of Hall County, and a portion of west Merrick County.
Introduction and Statement of Commitment
As a recipient of federal funding, GIAMPO must comply with a variety of federal and state legislative
regulations. Regarding matters of nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, GIAMPO falls under two
federal laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973.
The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. Title II of ADA applies specifically to all
activities of state and local governments, including metropolitan planning organizations and requires
that government entities give people with disabilities equal opportunity to benefit from all of the
programs, services and activities that may be offered.
As the federally designated metropolitan planning organization, GIAMPO must adhere to the standards
set forth in Title II, which include both physical accommodations (accessibility to buildings and
meetings) and in policies, practices and procedures. Under Title II, GIAMPO is required to make
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reasonable accommodations in order to provide access with people who have hearing, vision or speech
impairments. Likewise, GIAMPO is required to make reasonable modification to policies, practices and
procedures where necessary to avoid discrimination.
The Rehabilitation Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in programs conducted by
federal agencies, in programs receiving federal financial assistance, in federal employment and in the
employment practices of federal contractors. The standards for determining employment
discrimination under the Rehabilitation Act are the same as those used in Title I of the ADA.
Section 504 states that “no qualified individual with a disability in the United States shall be excluded
from, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under” any program or activity that
receives federal financial assistance.
GIAMPO is required to perform the following:
• Apply ADA Law
• Apply Section 504 law
• Appoint an ADA/504 Coordinator
• Provide an agency nondiscrimination statement
• Perform an agency self-evaluation
• Develop a Transition Plan
• Make auxiliary aids available for use
• Provide assurance of compliance
GIAMPO is committed to complying with both the letter and spirit of the requirements set forth in Title
II of the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (hereafter ADA/504).
Methodology for Self-Evaluation
This document was developed by the GIAMPO ADA and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator, in
consultation with a Compliance Team, who assisted in the physical evaluation of MPO’s premises, and
in the evaluation of the GIAMPO’s policies and practices. Team members reviewed and made
recommendations to the Self-Evaluation document, as well as to the separately developed Transition
Plan (found in the appendix, beginning on page 11).
Mr. Marlan Ferguson – City of Grand Island City Administrator, City of Grand Island and GIAMPO ADA
and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator
Ms. Nicki Stoltenberg - City of Grand Island Assistant to the City Administrator
Mr. Craig Lewis – City of Grand Island Building Inspections Director
Mr. John Collins, P.E. – City of Grand Island City Engineer/Public Works Director and GIAMPO MPO
Director
Mr. Allan Zafft, AICP – GIAMPO MPO Program Manager
This Self-Evaluation is in two parts: (1) an evaluation of GIAMPO’s policies and practices and, (2) an
evaluation of GIAMPO’s premises. This document describes the policies and procedures that GIAMPO
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uses to comply with ADA/504. In the event that deficiencies are identified, steps that will be
undertaken to correct said deficiencies as detailed in the appended Transition Plan.
Public Comment for ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
In accordance with the MPO’s own policies and procedures, and in compliance with the requirements
of the above-referenced legislation, the public is given a fifteen-day opportunity for review and
comment of the draft ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. The public comment period is from
October 20, 2016 to November 4, 2016. Notice is placed in the area newspaper and on the GIAMPO
website on October 19, 2016. The draft ADA Self- Evaluation and Transition is made available to the
public in accordance with the GIAMPO Public Participation Plan and at the locations listed below.
Public Works Department Office
City Hall
100 East First Street
Grand Island, NE 68801
Edith Abbott Memorial Library
211 North Washington Street
Grand Island, NE 68801
GIAMPO Website Site
http://grand-island.com/your-government/public-works/metropolitan-planning-organization
Evaluation of the MPO’s Policies and Procedures
Following is a description of the MPO’s policies and practices that may affect people with disabilities.
ADA and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator
GIAMPO’s ADA and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator is charged with the following tasks:
• Collaborate and coordinate ADA/504 compliance efforts with the heads of major division and
departments.
• Serve as a point of contact and liaison to the public on ADA/504 compliance issues. Contact
information is provided on the City of Grand Island’s website.
• Monitor the MPO’s policies, procedures, practices and processes with respect to ADA/504
compliance.
• Oversee the filing of complaints of discrimination based on disability
• Coordinate with the Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) and/or the Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA) on an investigation of complaint
• Monitor and update the implementation of the MPO’s ADA/504 Self-Evaluation and Transition
Plan.
• Provide or coordinate the provision of requested auxiliary aids and reasonable
accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
• Perform ADA/504 program, process or compliance reviews; inspect facilities for accessibility.
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Public Participation
GIAMPO’s Public Participation Plan was developed and adopted in November 2015 under the
requirements of Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21). This act requires a
metropolitan planning organization (MPO) to develop and use a documented participation plan that
defines a process for providing citizens, affected public agencies, representatives of public
transportation employees, freight shippers, providers of public transportation, representatives of users
of pedestrian walkways and bicycle transportation facilities, representatives of the disabled, and other
interested parties with reasonable opportunities to be involved in the metropolitan transportation
planning process.
Public Meetings and Opportunity for Comment
All meetings held by GIAMPO are open to the public. Many GIAMPO meetings are held in the Grand
Island City Hall. The meeting rooms are fully accessible.
When meetings are conducted in other venues, GIAMPO strives to assure that the facility is accessible,
externally and internally.
Individuals requiring physical or sensory accommodations including interpreter service, hearing
impaired devices, large print, or recorded materials are asked to contact the City of Grand Island, 100
East First Street, Grand Island, NE (308) 385-5444, extension 140, at least 48 hours in advance of the
meeting a person(s) wishes to participate in so city staff can strive to make the meetings accessible to
any and all citizens of the community.
Compliant Procedures for the General Public
GIAMPO has established a process for investigating and resolving complaints alleging disability
discrimination related to GIAMPO services, programs and its office. Regulations implementing
provisions of Section 504 and Title II of the ADA can be found at 49 CFR Parts 27 and 37, and 28 CFR
Part 35. The following complaint procedures are patterned after the Federal Highway Administration
Procedures Manual for Processing External Complaints of Discrimination, found at
https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/civilrights/programs/finalcomplaintmanual110410.cfm.
All Complaints filed with GIAMPO are forwarded to NDOR which will forward the compliant to FHWA.
FHWA will then decide which agency will investigate the complaint.
GIAMPO’s ADA and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the filing of
complaints of discrimination based on disability.
Complaint Substance and Format
A complaint is a written or electronic statement concerning an allegation of discrimination on disability
that contains a request for the receiving office to take action. Complaints should be in writing and
signed and may be filed by mail, fax, or in person.
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Complaints may be submitted to GIAMPO as follows:
• By telephone at 308-385-5444, extension 140. The ADA and Section 504 Compliance
Coordinator will talk to the complainant and obtain detailed information relating to the
complaint. Information obtained from the telephone interview will be recorded in writing and
read to the complainant.
• In writing to the ADA and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator, 100 East First Street, P.O. Box
1968, Grand Island, NE 68802-1968
• By fax at 308-385-5486
• In person at, 100 East First Street, Grand Island, NE 68801. Normal office hours are from 8:00
a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. It is advisable to call 308-385-5444, extension 140
in advance to schedule an appointment.
A complaint must contain at least the following information:
• The complainant’s name and a way to contact the complainant;
• A written explanation of what has happened;
• The basis of the complaint of discrimination by disability
• The identification of the respondent, e.g., agency/organization alleged to have discriminated;
• Sufficient information to understand the facts that led the complainant to believe that
discrimination occurred; and,
• The date(s) of the alleged discriminatory act.
While the above indicates a complaint should be in writing and signed, GIAMPO will accept complaints
in alternate formats from persons with disabilities, upon request. For example, the complaint may be
filed on a computer disk, by audio tape, or in Braille, or the complainant may call the agency and
provide the allegations by telephone. The agency will transcribe the allegations of the complaint as
provided over the telephone and send a written complaint to the complainant for signature.
Complaints in languages other than English will be translated and responded to in the language in
which they were written.
The following are examples of items that are not considered complaints, unless the item contains a
signed cover letter specifically asking that GIAMPO take action concerning the allegations:
• An anonymous complaint;
• Inquiries seeking advice or information;
• Courtesy copies of court pleadings;
• Courtesy copies of complaints addressed to other local, State, or Federal agencies;
• Newspaper articles; and,
• Courtesy copies of internal grievances.
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Timeframe for Filing Complaints
Complaints must be filed within 180 days of the last date of the alleged discrimination. The filing date
of the complaint is the earlier of: (1) the postmark of the complaint, or (2) the date the complaint is
received by any office authorized to receive complaints.
An extension may be granted under any of the following circumstances:
• The complainant could not reasonably be expected to know the act was discriminatory within
the 180-day period, and the complaint was filed within 60 days after the complainant became
aware of the alleged discrimination;
• The complainant was unable to file a complaint because of incapacitating illness or other
incapacitating circumstances during the 180-day period, and the complaint was filed within 60
days after the period of incapacitation ended;
• The complainant filed a complaint alleging the same discriminatory conduct within the 180-day
period with another Federal, State or local civil rights enforcement agency, and filed a
complaint with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) within 60 days after the other
agency had completed its investigation or notified the complainant that it would take no
further action;
• The complainant filed, within the 180-day period, an internal grievance alleging the same
discriminatory conduct that is the subject of the DOT complaint, and the complaint is filed no
later than 60 days after the internal grievance is concluded;
• Unique circumstances generated by DOT action have adversely affected the complainant; or
• The discriminatory act is of a continuing nature.
Some complaints will be referred to GIAMPO by other agencies. In the event the referring agency has
possessed the complaint for an inordinately long period of time and the complainant filed his or her
complaint with that agency within the 180-day timeframe GIAMPO will automatically grant an
extension.
Processing and Investigating Complaints
Upon initial receipt, a complaint will always be date stamped by the receiving office, or the date of
receipt will otherwise be recorded. The date of receipt by the receiving office is crucial for determining
timeliness.
The complaint will be reviewed within 10 calendars days of receipt to determine whether it contains all
the necessary information required for acceptance. If the complaint is complete and no additional
information is needed, the complainant will be sent a letter of acceptance. If the complaint is
incomplete, the complainant will be contacted in writing or by telephone to obtain the additional
information. The complainant will be given 15 calendars days to respond to the request for additional
information.
A request for information will be mailed to the respondent, along with a copy of the complaint, upon
acceptance of the complaint.
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The investigation will be confined to the issues and facts relevant to the allegations in the complaint,
unless evidence shows the need to extend the issues. The standard of proof applied in making a
determination of noncompliance will be one of preponderance of evidence. The preponderance of
evidence as a standard of proof in civil cases is evidence which is of greater weight or more convincing
than the evidence which is offered in opposition to it.
An investigative report will be maintained which documents activity related to the complaint. The
investigative report will contain, at minimum:
• The identity of each complainant and each respondent, including contact information;
• The nature and basis of the complaint;
• Copies of all requests for information, along with responses to the requests;
• A log of all important dates relevant to the complaint, including, but not limited to, the date
that the complaint was filed, the dates of all correspondence with complainant or respondent,
the dates of all interviews with complainant or respondent, and the date of the disposition (or
the date that the complaint was forwarded to NDOR or FHWA for further action);
• The disposition and/or recommendations for action; and
• Other pertinent information.
Although the regulations do not specify a timeframe for the investigation of ADA complaints, the NDOR
Civil Rights Office strives to have ADA complaints investigated and finalized within 90 days of receipt of
the complaint.
Dismissal of a Complaint
NDOR has authority to dismiss ADA complaints against its subrecipients. A complaint may be dismissed
for the following reasons:
• The complaint is untimely filed;
• The complainant fails to respond to repeated requests for additional information needed to
process the complaint;
• The complainant cannot be located after reasonable attempts;
• There is no statutory or alleged basis for the complaint, NDOR and/or FHWA lack jurisdiction in
the matter, or the complainant does not allege any harm with regard to current programs or
statutes;
• The complaint has been investigated by another agency and the resolution of the complaint
meets USDOT/FHWA regulatory standards; e.g., all allegations were investigated, appropriate
legal standards were applied, and any remedies secured meet USDOT's standards;
• NDOR and/or FHWA obtain credible information at any time indicating that the allegations
raised by the complainant have been resolved, or are moot and there are no class-wide
allegations or implications. In such a case, NDOR and/or FHWA will attempt to ascertain the
apparent resolution. If NDOR and/or FHWA determine that there are no current allegations
appropriate for further complaint resolution, the complaint will be closed;
• The complainant decides to withdraw the complaint;
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• The same complaint allegations have been filed with another Federal, State, or local agency, or
through a respondent's internal grievance procedures, including due process proceedings, and
NDOR and/or FHWA anticipates that the respondent will provide the complainant with a
comparable resolution process under comparable legal standards; e.g., all allegations were
investigated, appropriate legal standards were applied, and any remedies secured meet
USDOT's standards;
• The FHWA refers a complaint over which USDOT has jurisdiction to another agency that also
has jurisdiction but may be better suited to conduct the investigation;
• A complaint, because of its scope, may require extraordinary resources. In such instances,
NDOR and/or FHWA may consider treating such a complaint as a compliance review. Similarly, a
compliance review may be the most effective means of addressing multiple individual
complaints against the same respondent; or,
• If NDOR and/or FHWA select this option, it should discuss the decision with the complainant(s),
close the complaint, and initiate the review as soon as possible. NDOR and/or FHWA should
provide the complainant(s) with a copy of the resolution documents upon completion of the
compliance review.
Contact Information
Complaints and substantiating information should be sent to:
Marlan Ferguson
City Hall
100 East First Street
P.O. Box 1968
Grand Island, Nebraska 68802-1968
Evaluation of the GIAMPO Premises
GIAMPO is located on the second floor (Public Works Department) in Grand Island City Hall at 100 East
First Street, Grand Island, NE. The building is located on the corner of North Pine Street and East First
Street. Mr. Craig Lewis, City of Grand Island Building Inspections Director, performed a walkthrough of
the GIAMPO premises in September 2016. Below are the results of the evaluation.
Parking
Handicap parking spaces are located near the main entrance to the building. Between this entrance
and the handicap parking spaces is an accessible route.
Access to the building, offices and meeting rooms
The main entrance to the building is accessible. All conference rooms and restrooms are accessible.
GIAMPO staff offices are accessible.
Doorways and hardware
All internal and external doorways are accessible. All door hardware is designed for use by people with
disabilities and is in good working order.
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Reception areas
The GIAMPO reception area is accessible by both visitors and employees. The reception counter is 44
inches high––too high to be accessed by people who use wheelchairs, however accessible service areas
are within the suite.
Offices
GIAMPO staff offices are constructed to permit access and use.
Internal navigation
GIAMPO staff office hallways are accessible and generally free of obstacles.
Communication
Office telephones are within easy access, or can be readily put within access.
The GIAMPO’s webpage allows individuals to increase the font size of the website text.
Conference rooms
The GIAMPO conference rooms are accessible.
Conclusions
GIAMPO considers this Self-Evaluation an ongoing process. As deficiencies are identified, they will be
recorded and added to the Transition Plan, along with recommended remedies and a time frame for
making the recommended improvements.
GIAMPO reviews its public documents, including this one, on an annual basis. Any changes to
programs, policies, or practices are noted and the document is revised as needed.
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Appendix
Title II of Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Transition Plan
Introduction
As a recipient of federal funding, GIAMPO must comply with a variety of federal and state legislative
regulations. Regarding matters of nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, GIAMPO falls under two
federal laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973.
Transportation legislation (FAST Act) requires that MPOs conduct a self-evaluation of its programs and
facility accessibility, and to prepare a Transition Plan that describes any deficiencies, remedies, time-
frame for carrying out remedies and approximate costs. In September 2016, GIAMPO conducted a self-
evaluation of (1) its policies and practices and, (2) its physical premises.
This Transition Plan was developed as a result of the self-evaluation.
Deficiencies Identified in Evaluation of the GIAMPO Policies
and Practices and Physical Premises
Deficiency Remedy Approx. Cost Time Frame
Reception area counter
is too high for anyone
using a wheelchair.
Provide accessible
service counter within
the GIAMPO suite.
TBD TBD
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item E4
Approval Release and Recommendation of Public Participation Plan
Amendment No. 1 for Public Comments
In November 2015, the GIAMPO Policy Board approved the GIAMPO Public Participation Plan. This plan
provides a framework that guides public involvement in GIAMPO’s transportation planning work
products. The proposed Amendment No. 1 allows the below protocol for Long Range Transportation
Plan – Amendment, Transportation Improvement Program – New or Amendment, Unified Planning
Work Program – New or Amendment, and Public Participation Plan – New or Amendment.
1. Discussion with the GIAMPO Technical Advisory Committee
2. Public Comment
3. GIAMPO Policy Board approval
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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PUBLIC
PARTICIPATION PLAN
Adopted 11/24/2015 Grand Island Area Metropolitan
Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
The preparation of this document has been financed in part through funds
from the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration,
the U.S. Department of Transportation, under the Metropolitan Planning,
Section 104(f) of Title 23 U.S. Code and Nebraska Department of Roads.
The contents of this document do not necessary reflect the official views or
policy of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Amendment No. 1 (Changes Shown in Red)
November 3, 2016 – Draft for Review and Comments
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Contents
Introduction and History of the Planning Process for the GIAMPO Area ..................................................... 2
Guiding Principles ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Benefits of Public Participation ..................................................................................................................... 3
Goals for Public Involvement ........................................................................................................................ 3
GIAMPO’s Agency Membership .................................................................................................................... 4
Public Involvement Methods ........................................................................................................................ 6
Engaging Traditionally Underserved Populations ......................................................................................... 8
Evaluating Public Participation Strategies .................................................................................................... 9
MPO Planning and Program Documents .................................................................................................... 10
Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) – Currently “Journey 2040” ......................................................... 11
Updates and Amendments – Adoption by March 27, 2016 ....................................................................... 11
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) .............................................................................................. 12
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) - Continued .......................................................................... 13
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) - Continued .......................................................................... 14
Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) .................................................................................................... 15
Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) - Continued ................................................................................ 16
Public Participation Plan (PPP) .................................................................................................................... 17
Adopted November 24, 2015
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Introduction and History of the Planning Process for the GIAMPO Area
This document describes the public involvement process for the Grand Island Metropolitan Area’s
(GIAMPO), Transportation Planning Process.
Urbanized areas with populations of at least 50,000 people must form a metropolitan planning
organization (MPO) through an agreement between the Governor and the local governments representing
at least 75 percent of the metropolitan area’s population, including the largest incorporated city
(according to population) as determined by the U.S. Census. The Grand Island area reached the target
population in 2012. The following year, GIAMPO was established for the densely developed or urbanized
area consisting of Grand Island and the Village of Alda in Hall County, Nebraska as shown in Figure 1 –
GIAMPO Planning Area. GIAMPO is a program of the City of Grand Island’s Department of Public
Works and focuses on planning for transportation and land uses within the planning area.
The JOURNEY 2040 planning document and process were GIAMPO’s first major initiatives in 2015. It
was also the planning area’s first experience engaging in comprehensive discussions that are focused
solely on planning for the range of multimodal, transportation improvement projects that could serve the
community over the course of the coming 25 years.
Figure 1 - GIAMPO’s Designated Planning Area
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Guiding Principles
There are several principles that guide the participation process established by the GIAMPO in consensus
with its stakeholders:
• Effective transportation planning must include the participation by those whose everyday lives
are affected by how they are able to get to work, home, school, commercial establishments and
services;
• Informing and educating the public about transportation planning is essential to obtaining quality
public input; and
• Involving persons and groups that are typically under-represented in transportation planning or
with special transportation needs, including, low-income, minority, elderly, student and disabled
populations.
Benefits of Public Participation
Public and stakeholder participation is the corner stone of any planning process. Effective public
participation allows planners to identify issues and understand aspects of the transportation system
directly from the various users. In its simplest form, transportation planning must include the efforts for
participation of those whose everyday lives are affected by how they are able to get to work, home,
school, stores, and services.
Public participation allows the public an opportunity to voice concerns and offer suggestions regarding
transportation-related issues. Additionally, the process helps educate the public about the transportation
planning process and affords transportation professionals and decision-makers the opportunity to see sides
of an issue that may be missed when considering a project from a purely technical or political perspective.
Meaningful dialog among technical professionals, local decision-makers, and general stakeholders is the
key to achieving consensus, which is desired before moving a project forward. Other benefits of public
participation include:
• Developing a sense of community and ownership
• Identifying issues and concerns that matter most to the community
• Fostering trust in decision-makers
• Promoting accountability
• Encouraging cooperation and compromise
• Preventing and/or mitigating future conflicts
Goals for Public Involvement
Public involvement is an integral part of the transportation planning process and ensures that decisions are
made in consideration of and to benefit public needs and preferences. Early and continuous public
involvement; reasonable public availability of technical and other information; collaborative input on
alternatives, evaluation criteria and mitigation needs; open public meetings where matters related to
Federal-aid highway and transit programs are being considered; and open access to the decision-making
process helps bring diverse viewpoints and values into the planning process. As a result, public
involvement for GIAMPO’s Planning Process will focus on the following goals:
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Responding to and remaining consistent with the MAP-21 requirements and those outlined in
CFR 450.316, and future transportation laws – Interested partners, participation, and consultation.
Supporting timely, useful, and used public participation.
Purposefully seeking input from targeted and interested parties about the goals, objectives,
existing conditions, performance measures, improvement scenarios, potential projects and
environmental concerns that could be included in the Process.
Engaging citizens, the business and economic development community, freight and rail operators,
transit providers, advocacy groups, limited or non-English speakers, environmental justice and
underserved populations, and those who use transit, pedestrian walkways, and/or bicycle
facilities.
Coordinating meeting times and locations with sensitivity to environmental justice groups.
Strengthening and creating new partnerships with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Building support for adoption and future implementation, while gathering feedback early and
often during the process.
Employing visualization techniques to convey transportation information.
Remaining sensitive to the fact that, according to the 2010 U.S. Census, 23% of Hall County’s
58,607 residents are Hispanic or Latino. Further, city-data.com indicates that English and Spanish
were the top two languages spoken at home by Hall County residents in 2012. Other, individual
languages were spoken by less than one percent of their representative groups.
Providing bilingual (English/Spanish), informational and educational materials in a range of
formats (in person, print, digital, and/or augmented reality) and without technical jargon when
requested.
A detailed spreadsheet of existing and potential stakeholder groups and their contact information is
maintained by GIAMPO staff and may be available upon request. It serves as the contact list for
notification of plans and other documents during the public comment periods.
GIAMPO’s Agency Membership
GIAMPO Policy Board Members
The Policy Board is the decision-making body of the MPO and is comprised of local elected officials
from the City of Grand Island, Hall County, Hall County Regional Planning Commission, and the
Director of the Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) or designee. The Policy Board also consists of
two non-voting members—the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and the Federal Transit
Administration (FTA). The Policy Board meetings are open to the public and are held in accessible
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locations. There is a public announcement of the Nebraska Open meetings Law at the beginning of each
meeting. Additionally, the Policy Board agendas are posted on the GIAMPO’s webpage, sent out to
citizens who have asked to be included on the GIAMPO’s email notification list, and meeting notices are
published in the newspaper in a timely manner in accordance to state law.
Policy Board Voting Members
• Mayor of the City of Grand Island.
• Four members of the Grand Island City Council recommended by the Mayor and approved by
City Council.
• Two members of the Hall County Board of Supervisors who reside in the Metropolitan
Transportation Planning area.
• The chair of Hall County Regional Planning Commission or designee if Chair resides outside the
MPO planning boundary.
• The NDOR Director-State, Engineer or designee.
Policy Board Ex-Officio (Non-Voting) Members
• The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Nebraska Division Administrator or designee.
• The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) VII Administrator or designee.
• Other members as approved by the majority vote of the Policy Board.
Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Membership
The TAC is a staff-level committee that focuses on the technical aspects of transportation policy issues
and decisions prior to being presented to the Policy Board. The TAC includes a knowledgeable collection
of individuals who have regular interaction with the local citizens and other interested parties. The voting
committee membership consists of:
• Public Works Director, City of Grand Island
• City Administrator, City of Grand Island
• Assistant Director of Public Works: Engineering Services, City of Grand Island
• City of Grand Island/Hall County Regional Planning Director
• Hall County Public Works Director
• NDORebraska Department of Roads Highway Planning Manager
• NDORebraska Department of Roads District 4 Engineer
• Merrick County Hwy Superintendent
• Village of Alda
In addition to the voting members the following stakeholders have been identified as non-members
actively involved in transportation planning within the region:
• NDORebraska Department of Roads Local Projects Urban Engineer
• NDORebraska Department of Roads Local Projects Engineer
• Transportation Planner, Realty, Civil Rights, FHWAederal Highway Administration
• Finance Director, City of Grand Island
• Streets Superintendent, City of Grand Island
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• Union Pacific Railroad
• Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad
• Grand Island Area Chamber of Commerce
• Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation
• Central NE Regional Airport
• FTAederal Transit Administration Region VII Transportation Planner
Through this web of professionals, GIAMPO staff remains informed about transportation concerns from a
variety of stakeholders. The TAC meetings are held in accessible locations and are open to the public.
Additionally, TAC agendas are available on the GIAMPO’s website and are emailed to the GIAMPO’s
email notification list one week prior to the regularly scheduled meeting.
Public Involvement Methods
The GIAMPO strives to provide a public involvement process with comprehensive information, timely
public notice, and full public access to the regional transportation planning process. The GIAMPO works
closely with local, state, and federal planning partners (NDOR, FHWA, FTA, and local jurisdictions) to
coordinate public outreach efforts. The following methods are used to provide the public and interested
parties with a variety of opportunities for being involved in the planning process, based on the
information gathered from published best practices for engaging public in the transportation planning
process.
Nebraska Open Meeting Law
Both the Policy Board and TACechnical Advisory Committee’s meetings are governed by the Nebraska
Open Meeting Act. However, there may be times when Policy Board meetings are closed to the public for
executive sessions to discuss personnel and other sensitive issues. The Policy Board may on occasion
meet with some members joining via conference call. In this situation, there will be a speakerphone
located in the meeting location listed on the agenda.
Working Groups and Steering Committees
In addition to the TAC, the GIAMPO may create ad hoc working groups or steering committees to focus
on a specific topic or document. Any long-term or standing sub-committees will be appointed by the
Policy Board at a regularly occurring meeting.
Draft Document Availability
When major MPO documents or products are developed, updated or amended, copies of the draft
document will be available during the public comment period. The notice also indicates the responsible
staff person for ensuring all documents are available to the public. A copy of the draft may also be
obtained by visiting the GIAMPO webpage athttp://grand-island.com/your-government/public-
works/metropolitan-planning-organization or emailing the MPO Program Manager at allanza@grand-
island.comJohna@Grand-Island.com.
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Social Networking
The City of Grand Island’s Public Works Department maintains a Facebook account to provide
notifications and updates to the public on the transportation planning process. Facebook can also be used
to elicit public comments on documents during public comment opportunities. The social networking site
can be accessed by clicking the Facebook icon on the GIAMPO’s homepage or by visiting,
www.facebook.com/GI.PublicWorks. GIAMPO will strive to use other methods of social media as they
become available and gain in popularity.
Email Notifications
The GIAMPO maintains a database of interested citizens, agency staff and stakeholders wanting to
receive email notifications. This allows the GIAMPO to email notifications regarding meeting agendas,
special events or meetings, public comment periods or other information.
During the development of the long-range transportation plan, Journey 2040, the GIAMPO compiled and
utilized the email notification systems already established by local jurisdictions to inform citizens of
public meetings. This database of stakeholders in the community will be utilized for further notifications
of essential documents and plans to announce availability and comment periods.
Postal Mailings
The GIAMPO recognizes the diversity in the citizens it serves and that not everyone may have readily
available access to the internet to view the GIAMPO website or receive email notifications. While it
would be cost prohibitive to mail every resident in the GIAMPO region notification each time a comment
period or public meeting is held, citizens may request that the MPO mail them notifications if that is their
preferred method. Mailings may also be used by the GIAMPO to target specific neighborhoods or
stakeholder groups to gather comments or feedback.
Public Meetings, Workshops, and Open Houses
The GIAMPO will hold public meetings as necessary for specific issues or documents. If a public
meeting is required by federal regulations, one will be held before or during the public comment period in
a location accessible by the public. Public meetings and open houses will generally be conducted for a
two-hour period between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Monday through Friday). The GIAMPO
will strive to hold a public meeting in areas to provide access that is more convenient for all citizens in the
GIAMPO region.
Workshops, open houses, or other events may also be conducted to keep the public informed, involved,
and solicit feedback on various projects and plans. To notify the public of these events, the GIAMPO staff
will post information on the GIAMPO webpage, and, if appropriate, through email notices, mailed
notices, legal publications in the newspaper, and press releases.
Media Press Releases
Press Releases are sent to local media contacts regarding public meetings, open houses and documents out
for public comment. Stakeholders that have requested to be placed on the Policy Board and TAC email
notification lists as well will be notified.
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Surveys
Electronic and hard copy surveys may be deployed to gather community feedback regarding a particular
document or process. Surveys were used during the development of the Journey 2040 Long Range
Transportation Plan as a way to gauge the region’s transportation interests and needs.
Presentations
Civic organizations, interest groups, and agencies may request presentations by GIAMPO staff.
Presentation topics may include a general overview of the MPO or specific GIAMPO work products or
planning activities.
Visualization
Visualization techniques will be used in all core transportation plans, programs and documents as much as
possible. Visualization techniques promote improved understanding of the GIAMPO process and
products for those who do not have a background in transportation planning. These techniques will
include the use of colors, diagrams, tables, figures, maps and photos that further illustrate the ideas and
concepts in transportation plans, projects and programs.
Website
The GIAMPO webpage http://grand-island.com/your-government/public-works/metropolitan-planning-
organization provides a wealth of information about the MPO. Housed on the website are important
documents and meeting agendas and minutes, along with announcements regarding current comment
periods and public meetings. The GIAMPO webpage has contact information for GIAMPO staff to allow
interested parties to submit comments, questions, or requests to be placed on the GIAMPO’s email
notification list.
The website also contains Google’s free translation tool. This allows for website information and
documents to be translated from English into a multitude of other languages, including Spanish, the
largest population of non-English speaking as primary language in the study area.
Engaging Traditionally Underserved Populations
While a federal requirement, it is also a practice of the GIAMPO to make special effort to consider the
concerns of traditionally underserved populations, including low-income, minority, elderly, immigrant,
and disabled populations. GIAMPO meetings are open to the public and held in locations that are
accessible by transit and in buildings compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The
GIAMPO staff will use a combination of the following techniques, as appropriate, to engage the
traditionally underserved populations:
• Conduct interviews orally to reduce low-literacy as a barrier.
• Utilize local residents to help interview citizens in their own communities.
• Provide a comfortable meeting space with appropriate accommodations.
• Involve local officials and community representatives, as appropriate.
• Use traditional, non-computer based means during public outreach efforts.
• Hold meetings in “neutral” locations like schools, community centers, or public libraries (when
necessary).
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• Utilize the knowledge and connections of existing organizations.
• Attend scheduled and special events (the “don’t wait for them to come to you, go to them”
approach).
• Provide documents in alternative formats upon request when feasible.
• Use interpreters and translated materials where appropriate and feasible (this will be further
developed in the GIAMPO’s Limited English Proficiency Plan).
Evaluating Public Participation Strategies
One of the five objectives of the GIAMPO’s Public Participation Plan is to “evaluate” the process and
methods used to involve the public in the planning process. The PPP is a constantly evolving document
and must be continuously evaluated and improved upon to create and maintain effective public
engagement.
A complete update of the PPP is initiated every five years to reevaluate the methods and strategies for
engaging the public. In the interim, the public participation process will be reviewed on an annual basis to
assess whether public opinions are being actively sought and that the public has equal and full access to
all GIAMPO documents and plans. Public participation methods will be reviewed using the evaluation
criteria in Table 1 to gauge the effectiveness of each strategy.
Table 1 - Evaluation Criteria
Method Evaluation Criteria
Website ●Number of emails received through
website
Social Networking ●Number of Facebook "Likes"
●Number of comments received
Email Contact List ●Number of persons in the database
●Number of additions to the mailing list
annually
Postal Mailings ●Number of requests for postal mailings
Public Meetings/Open Houses ●Number of attendees ●Number of
comments received
Newspaper Ads and Articles ●No measure (required for most
documents)
Cable TV Public Access Channels ●No measure
Surveys ●Number of surveys sent ●Number of
surveys returned
Presentations ●Number of presentations made
Press Releases ●Number of contacts ●Number of media
articles/radio interviews
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MPO Planning and Program Documents
MPO Planning
and Program
Document
Reviewing
Body and Public
Meeting
Meeting NOTICES:
Public Notices, Email Postings &
Advertisements
Comment Period
Availability of Reports/minutes and
Agenda
Long Range
Transportation Plan (LRTP)
Update
MPO
Technical Committee,
MPO Policy
Board
Posted during the
public review period and prior to public
meetings
At least 30 days
prior to approval my MPO Policy Board
Agenda available at least
7 days prior to meetings
Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP)
MPO
Technical Committee,
MPO Policy
Board
Posted during the
public review period and prior to public
meetings
At least 30 days
prior to approval my MPO Policy Board
Agenda available at least
7 days prior to meetings
TIP Amendments MPO
Technical Committee,
MPO Policy
Board
Posted during the
public review period and prior to public
meetings
At least 15 days
prior to approval my MPO Policy Board
Agenda available at least
7 days prior to meetings
Emergency TIP
Amendments
MPO
Technical Committee,
MPO Policy
Board
Posted during the
public review period and prior to public
meetings
24 hours public
comment period prior to adoption
24 hours prior to
adoption
Unified Planning
Work Program (UPWP)
MPO
Technical Committee,
MPO Policy
Board
Posted during the
public review period and prior to public
meetings
At least 15 days
prior to approval my MPO Policy Board
Agenda available at least
7 days prior to meetings
Public Participation
Plan (PPP)
MPO
Technical Committee,
MPO Policy
Board
Posted during the
public review period and prior to public
meetings
At least 45 days
prior to approval my MPO Policy Board
Agenda available at least
7 days prior to meetings
Other
Reports/Documents
MPO
Technical Committee,
MPO Policy
Board
Posted during the
public review period and prior to public
meetings
At least 15 days
prior to approval my MPO Policy Board
Agenda available at least
7 days prior to meetings
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Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) – Currently “Journey 2040”
Updates and Amendments – Adoption by AprilMarch 267, 2016
Updated: Every 5 years
Amended: As needed
Public Comment Period: Minimum of 30 days for updates and amendments
Minimum Required Techniques & Strategies
• Discussion with the TAC prior to public comment periodof the draft document with the TAC.
• TAC recommendation and release the draft GIAMPO for public review and comment.
• Newspaper and MPO webpage, advertisements announcing public comment period.
• Email notification of public comment period to stakeholders.
• Draft updates will be made available for review at Grand Island City Hall and, Grand Island
Public Library.
• Open houses/public meetings as needed.
• Summarize public comments, including how the comments were addressed, and include in the final draft.
Amendments
• Notification of amendment to the TACechnical Advisory Committee prior to posting the draft for public comment, with explanation of the need for the amendment.
• Advertisements announcing the public comment period on GIAMPO website and in the “Grand
Island Independent” and other media.
• Email notification of public comment period to identified stakeholders.
• Draft made available for review at the City of Grand Island, City Hall and posted on GIAMPO’s
website. Public meetings are not required for GIAMPO amendments.
The LRTP document is updated in its entirety at least once every five years. This includes reevaluating
the vision for the transportation system, updating the needs analysis, along with the identified projects.
Amendments to the LRTP are made as needed to reflect significant changes to regional transportation policies and/or funding conditions.
After the public comment period, the draft update will be taken to the TAC (along with any public comments received) for their recommended approval for the Policy Board to adopt the plan. Once the
Policy Board approves the update or amendment the approved document then replaces the former LRTP. The final LRTP is sent to NDOR, FHWA and FTA for informational purposes (as these entities do not approve the LRTP).
The initial Long Rage Transportation Plan Journey 2040, was developed in 2016. In the development of the Plan a Public Participation Plan was developed, and is attached as APPENDIX A.
NOTE: If the final LRTP document differs significantly from the draft made available for public comment, an additional opportunity for public comment will be provided.
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Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
Under 23 CFR 450.324 et seq., MPOs develop Transportation Improvement Programs (TIPs) that define which federal transportation funds are pledged to specific transportation projects in MPO region. The TIP
includes all surface transportation projects funded with federal funding and all regionally significant
projects even if funded by state or local dollars. Federal rules rRequire the TIP to cover a period of not less than four years, include project funding levels by year and
funding source, and describe project work scopes.
For projects to be included in the TIP, they must first be in GIAMPO’s Long Range Transportation Plan
(LRTP). A project, if not regionally significant or specifically identified as a line item in the LRTP, must only be consistent with the LRTP. The TIP is to be financially constraint to assure project costs do not exceed reasonably available estimated revenues.
Target Date Task
• January 31 NDOR sends projected funding targets to MPO’s for upcoming fiscal year
• February 15 NDOR sends list of State‐sponsored projects to SIMPCO
• March 15 NDOR sends list of State‐sponsored projects to MAPA and Lincoln and Grand Island
MPO’s
• May 1 to July 1 NDOR coordinates with MPO’s and approves their TIPs
• June 15 Last date that NDOR will accept MPO TIP’s for review and inclusion in the upcoming STIP
• July 1 – August 15 NDOR develops draft STIP
• August 15 NDOR posts Draft STIP to NDOR website, advertises for public comment
• August 15 – September 1 NDOR addresses public comments, revises STIP as needed
• September 1 NDOR submits STIP to FHWA and FTA for approval
• October 1 FHWA/FTA approval of final STIP
NDOR selects all Title 23 projects from the approved TIP in a non-TMA MPO (SIMPCO and Grand Island) planning areas and the designated recipient of public transportation funding selects title 49
chapter 53 projects from the approved TIP in cooperation with the MPO (23 U.S.C. 134(j) (5)). Once implemented, the TIP is designed to make progress toward achieving transportation system
performance targets in (23 U.S.C.134 (h) (2)). TIPs shall include a description of the anticipated effect of the TIP toward achieving the performance targets established in the LRTP, linking investment priorities to those performance targets.
TIP Updates In Nebraska, TIPs are updated annually and are continually amended to reflect project changes,
adjustments in project cost, and administrative changes. In addition, TIPs are continually maintained because they are linked to the STIP and must be fiscally constraint accordingly. Projects are solicited
primarily from local governments, NDOR and transit agencies. A cooperative evaluation process is used
to select projects. The TIP is approved by the GIAMPO Policy Board and the Governor or Governor’s designee. The TIP is a short-range plan that includes all regionally significant and/or federally funded
multimodal projects to be implemented over the next four years. The TIP is developed in cooperation
with the Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR), the cities and counties, and local transit and paratransit operators where federal funds are to be used. The TIP is one of the major implementation tools for the
LRTP, so projects in the TIP must be consistent with the approved LRTP.
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Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) - Continued
Updated: Annually
Amended: As needed
Public Comment Period: Minimum of 30 days for new TIP
Minimum of 15 days for amendments No comment period required for administrative modifications
Minimum Required Techniques & Strategies
Discussion with the TACtechnical Advisory Committee prior to public comment period. Newspaper and MPO website advertisements announcing public comment period.
Email notification of public comment period to stakeholders. Draft available for review at Grand Island City Hall and on GIAMPO’s webpage. Summarize public comments, including how the comments were addressed, and include in the TIP.
Revising an Approved TIP/STIP Revisions are changes to a TIP that occur between their annual publications. There are two types
of changes that occur under the umbrella of revision. The first is a major revision or “Amendment”. The second is a minor revision or “Administrative Modification”.
Amendments. An amendment is a revision to a STIP/TIP that involves a major change to a project included in the
TIP/STIP. Amendments require public review and comment and demonstration of fiscal constraint. There are four main components that can be used to determine whether a project change rises to the level of an amendment:
• Project costs: Amendments are required whenever the Federal-aid amount changes by 20% or $2
million, whichever is greater. For computing the % change, standard rounding procedures will be
used; 19.50% and greater is considered to be 20% and therefore would require an amendment.
• Additions/Deletions: Projects or phases of projects which are added or deleted from the first four years of the TIP/STIP will be processed as amendments (excluding grouped projects).
• Funding sources: Adding federal funding sources or changing from one federal funding category
to another (including converting advanced construction) will require an amendment.
• Scope and termini changes: Substantial changes to project scope shown in the approved STIP or
project termini changes greater than 0.25 mile will require an amendment.
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Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) - Continued
Administrative Modifications A minor revision to a TIP or STIP is an administrative modification. It includes minor changes to
projects, including projects using advanced construction (AC) procedures, already included in the STIP.
The following components should be used to determine if a change can be processed as an administrative
modification:
• Project costs: Projects in which the federal aid and/or AC amount has been changed by less than
20% or $2 million, whichever is greater, can be processed with an administrative modification. For purposes of this calculation federal aid and AC amounts will be combined.
• Additions/Deletions: Projects or phases of projects added to group listings explained earlier will
be processed as administrative modifications.
• Schedule changes: Changes in schedules to projects which are included in the first four years of
the TIP/STIP will be considered administrative modifications
• Funding sources: Redistribution of federal funding or AC among funding sources already listed with the project can be done with an administrative modification.
• Scope and termini changes: Minor changes to project scope and termini changes of less than 0.25 mile. can be made with an administrative modification. For GIAMPO’s study area, project
termini not consistent with the Long Range Transportation Planplan will require an amendment.
Administrative modifications may be made at any time and do not require public review or Policy Board
action. However, GIAMPO must demonstrate financial constraint. This includes changes such as clarifying project descriptions, reducing project costs, minor adjustments to project budgets or clerical mistakes. For more information on amendments and administrative modifications, see the most current
TIP document.
NOTE: If the final TIP document differs significantly from the draft made available for public comment, an additional opportunity for public comment will be provided.
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Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
The UPWP identifies and budgets for the regional transportation planning projects that the GIAMPO and its planning partners will undertake during each calendar year. The UPWP outlines the status of planning
activities, provides information about accomplishments from the previous year, and provides an overview
of major activities planned for the upcoming year. The UPWP is developed in cooperation with NDOR, FHWA, FTA and the GIAMPO Technical Advisory Committee.
New UPWP: Developed Annually
Amended: As needed
Public Comment Period: Minimum of 1530 days for new UPWP
Minimum of 15 days for amendments No comment period required for administrative modifications
Minimum Required Techniques & Strategies
• Discussion with the Policy Board and TAC prior to public comment period.
• Newspaper and MPO website advertisements announcing public comment period for new UPWP.
• Email notification of public comment period to identified stakeholders
• Draft available for review at Grand Island City Hall and on GIAMPO’s webpage.
Amendments
• Discussions with Technical Advisory Committee prior to posting the draft for public comment.
• MPO website advertisements announcing public comment period.
• Email notification of public comment period.
• Draft made available for review at Grand Island City Hall and on GIAMPO’s webpage.
Each FebruaryMay the GIAMPO staff begins drafting the upcoming year’s UPWP in coordination with
the planning partners listed above. Prior to TAC and Policy Board approval, the UPWP draft is released for public comment. All comments received are reviewed by staff, the TAC, and the Policy Board.
The UPWP may be amended throughout the year to adjust the activities or budget. The “NDOR Operating Manual for MPO Transportation Planning” provides guidance on when the UPWP must be
amended versus administratively revised.
UPWP Amendments
Amendments to UPWPs are required when:
• Adding or deleting planning funds from the UPWP Budget. NDOR MPO & Long Range Planning Unit staff will work with FHWA to determine the need to amend the UPWP when the addition or deletion of planning funds is minor. When the addition or deletion of funds results in a
10% change or greater or if the cumulative change exceeds $100,000, an amendment is required (49 CFR Part 18.30).
• Adding or deleting substantial portions of the activities/tasks listed in the Scope of Services (SOS) or UPWP or moving substantial funds from one activity/task to another.
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Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) - Continued
Any change that does not fall into the two categories above will not have to go through the UPWP amendment process. The MPO must send a letter to the NDOR MPO and Long Range Planning Unit
detailing the UPWP modification. If NDOR determines that the modification is not an amendment, a
letter of concurrence will be written to the MPO (cc to FHWA and NDOR Agreements Section). The MPO can then update its UPWP with the change.
UPWP amendments require NDOR MPO & Long Range Planning Unit review, and formal approval from the FHWA and/or FTA. A UPWP amendment must be approved by the MPO Policy Board, FHWA and
FTA prior to processing a PL Agreement Amendment. This also applies to STP-M agreements that support the UPWP.
Amendments to UPWPs shall be submitted to the MPO & Long Range Planning Unit upon MPO approval. The MPO & Long Range Planning Unit will coordinate FHWA/FTA approval. FHWA will
then notify the NDOR that the amendment was approved copying the MPO on the approval letter.
NOTE: If the final UPWP document differs significantly from the draft made available for public comment, an additional opportunity for public comment will be provided.
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Public Participation Plan (PPP)
The Public Participation Plan (PPP) has been discussed in detail throughout this document, but essentially the PPP serves as a guide to improve the process for involving the public in regional transportation decision making. It establishes a process to effectively engage citizens in the planning process by
outlining the public input procedures, processes, and methods to be used.
Updated:
• At least every 5 years, prior to LRTP updates
• Reviewed annually and updated as needed
Public Comment Period:
• Minimum of 45 days for complete updates
• Minimum of 30 days for amendments
• No comment period required for administrative modifications
Minimum Required Techniques & Strategies:
• Discussion with the Policy Board and TAC prior to public comment period.
• Public and stakeholder consultation through a variety of methods including surveys, stakeholder meetings, and/or public meetings.
• Summarize public comments, including how the comments were addressed, and include summary
in the final draftDRAFT of PPP.
• Newspaper and MPO webpage advertisements announcing public comment period.
• Email notification of public comment period to identified stakeholders
• Draft made available for review at GIAMPO webpage and Grand Island City Hall.
NOTE: If the final PPP document differs significantly from the draft made available for public
comment, an additional opportunity for public comment will be provided.
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item E5
Administrative Modification of Unified Planning Work Program
(UPWP)
In June 2016, the GIAMPO Policy Board approved the 2017 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).
This document provides an outline of the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s planned work activities,
and identifies the funding for those activities for state fiscal year 2017. The administrative modification
to the 2017 UPWP revises the budget of the work elements to reflect the latest MPO Program effective
wage rate and fringe benefit rate and also programs the remaining available Federal Highway
Administration and Federal Transit Administration revenue.
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
FY 2017 Unified Planning Work Program
The preparation of this document has been financed in part through funds from the Federal Highway
Administration, Federal Transit Administration, the U.S. Department of Transportation, under the
Metropolitan Planning Program, Section 104(f) of Title 23 U.S. Code, and Nebraska Department of
Roads. The contents of this document do not necessary reflect the official views or policy of the U.S.
Department of Transportation.
APPROVED ON JUNE 14, 2016 BY THE GIAMPO POLICY BOARD (RESOLUTION 2016-6)
ADMINISTRATIVE MODIFCATION ON NOVEMBER 22, 2016
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Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
Unified Planning Work Program for Fiscal Year 2016
Policy Board Members
Chair – Jeremey L. Jensen
Vice-Chair – Chuck Haase
MPO Director/Secretary – John Collins
Mayor: Mayor, Jeremey L. Jensen
Grand Island Council Members: Vaughn Minton, Mike Paulick, Julie Hehnke, Chuck Haase
County Board Members: Doug Lanfear, Gary Quandt
Planning Commission Chair: Pat O’Neill
Nebraska Department of Roads Director: Kyle Schneweis
Ex-Officio (non-voting) Members include:
FHWA Nebraska Division Administrator: Joseph Werning
FTA Region VII Administrator: Mokhtee Ahmad
Approved Ex-Officio (non-voting) Other Members:
City of Grand Island: Marlan Ferguson, John Collins, Terry Brown, Chad Nabity
Nebraska Department of Transportation: Brad Zumwalt, Wes Wahlgren
Federal Transit Administration: Mark Bechtel
Federal Highway Administration: Justin Luther
Technical Committee Members
Chair – Chad Nabity
Vice Chair – Terry Brown
MPO Director/Secretary – John Collins
Grand Island Public Works Director: John Collins
Grand Island City Administrator: Marlan Ferguson
Grand Island Manager of Engineering Services: Terry Brown
Hall County Regional Planning Director: Chad Nabity
Hall County Public Works Director: Casey Sherlock
Two representatives from NDOR; one designated by the Planning and Development Engineer and the District
Four Engineer: Brad Zumwalt, Wes Wahlgren
Merrick County Public Works Director or Highway Superintendent: Mike Meyer
One representative from the Village of Alda: Ramona Schafer
Ex-Officio (non-voting) Members:
FHWA Nebraska Division Transportation Planner or designee: Justin Luther
FTA Region VII Transportation Planner or designee: Mark Bechtel, Logan Daniels, Daniel Nguyen
NDOR Local Projects Division Urban Engineer: Larry Legg
Grand Island Finance Director: Renae Griffiths
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: Kyle Nodgaard, Kelli O’Brien
One representative from the Grand Island Area Chamber of Commerce: Cindy Johnson
One representative from the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation: Mary Berlie
The Board of the Central Nebraska Regional Airport may appoint one representative: Mike Olson
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Membership 1
Table of Contents 2
Boundary 3
Introduction 3
Significant Planned Activities for FY 2016& Planning Emphasizes Areas 5
MPO WORK ELEMENTS
Element A – Unified Planning Work Program 5
Element B – Transportation Improvement Program 6
Element C – Public Participation Plan 6
Element D – Short Range Planning Activities 7
Element E – Long Range Transportation Plan 7
Element F – Transit Planning 8
Element G – Administration/System Management 9
Budget Table 10
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Grand Island Metropolitan Study Area
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 an
outline of the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s planned work activities, and identify the funding for those
activities for fiscal year 2016, (July 1, 2016-June 30, 2017). This document is a budget document and it may be
amended by the policy board as priorities and activities change.
The primary objectives for this year are to implement the Continuing, Cooperative, and Comprehensive (3-C)
transportation process to develop a performance based Long Range Transportation Plan, Formal Public
Participation Plan, goals, objectives, and performance measures in accordance to current Federal Transportation
Act (Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act), and to institute a transportation planning process that will
address the needs and investments in the transportation system in order to adequately maintain the
transportation system.
These Factors Include:
The metropolitan planning process must explicitly consider and analyze, as appropriate, eleven (11) planning
factors defined in FAST Act that reflect sound planning principles and in coordination, cooperation, and
continuing with stakeholders in the Grand Island Metropolitan Planning Organizations Planning Area.
Support the economic vitality of the metropolitan area, especially by enabling global competitiveness,
productivity and efficiency;
Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users;
Increase the security of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users;
Increase the accessibility and mobility options available to people and for freight;
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;
Enhance the integration and connectivity of the transportation system, across and between modes, for
people and freight;
Promote efficient system management and operation;
Emphasize the preservation of the existing transportation system;
Improving transportation system and reliability;
Reducing (or mitigating) the storm water impacts of surface transportation; and
Enhancing travel and tourism.
This input will be used to identify, plan and prioritize projects to meet the transportation needs of the area.
Initial efforts will focus on the development of the Public Participation Plan, Long Range Transportation Plan,
and corridor studies to improve safety and efficiency within the existing transportation system.
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Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
The Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO), is the organization of elected
officials in the Grand Island urbanized area designated by the Governor to carry-out the federal
mandated transportation planning process.
GIAMPO provides the forum for local decision-making on transportation issues of a regional nature.
The foundation for the metropolitan planning process is to promote consistency between transportation
improvements and state and local planned growth and economic development patterns and the
submission of transportation planning documents to the FHWA, FTA, and NDOR.
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 staff will facilitate the development of all planning elements for the Metropolitan Planning
Area in accordance to the current federal transportation bill.
Policy Board
The Policy Board shall establish policy and procedures for matters necessary to comply with the requirements of
Title 23, United States Code, and subsequent acts. The Policy Board shall have the power and duty to prepare
and adopt comprehensive transportation studies and plans to guide the unified development of the Grand
Island Area Metropolitan Planning Area and to promote the general welfare and prosperity of its people in an
economic and efficient manner.
Technical Advisory Committee
The MPO Technical Committee (TAC) is responsible for the administration of the (3-C) Transportation
Planning Process, providing data, technical assistance, and recommendations to the Policy
Board for matters necessary to comply with the requirements of Title 23, United States Code, and
Subsequent acts. Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
Advising the Policy Board on comprehensive transportation studies and plans to help guide the unified
development of the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Area to promote the general welfare and
prosperity of its people in an economic and efficient manner.
Examining and recommending projects concerning the development of a safe, efficient, and coordinated
multimodal transportation network.
Annually prepare and recommend, at a minimum, a five-year MPO Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) and shall review the allocation of all federal-aid funds to eligible projects within each
Annual Element of the TIP for financial constraint.
Annually review the MPO Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) and recommend updates as necessary.
The LRTP shall be updated at a minimum every five years.
Annually prepare and recommend an MPO Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) detailing projected
work activities and a proposed budget for implementation.
Prepare and recommend a MPO Public Participation Process (PPP) that outlines the promotion and
utilization of public involvement, to be reviewed annually and updated as necessary.
Staff
The GIAMPO 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. Currently, the GIAMPO staff involved with transportation planning consists of a
Metropolitan Planning Organization Program Manager supported by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer
and the Assistant Public Works Director in conjunction with the Director of the Hall County Regional Planning
Department, and various administrative staff.
Staff Time Estimates
Staff (equivalent staff time) Estimated Staff Months Est. Hours
Professional Staff (MPO Program Manager) - Direct 11.5 1,8741,861
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FY 2016 SIGNIFICANT PAST ACTIVITES
Adoption of the FIRST Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Performance Based Long Range
Transportation Plan.
Adoption of the FIRST Transportation Improvement Program for the GIAMPO Planning Area.
Begin a Transit Needs Assessment and Identification of various social services agencies.
GIAMPO Areas of Planning Emphasizes
FAST Act Implementation – On December 4, 2015, the Fixing Americas Surface Transportation (FAST) Act was
signed in law. The Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization will continue to incorporate planning
criteria and process as further guidance is developed in FY 2017. These will include but not limited to continue
refining performance measures, reporting performance, and programming transportation investments directed
toward the achievement of the established system performance outcomes as outlined in the eleven (11)
Planning factors of the FAST Act.
Regional Models of Cooperation – As the goals are established for the GIAMPO Planning Process and Plan,
goals will be established to “Ensure a Regional Approach to Transportation Planning by Promoting Cooperation
and Coordination” for an effective and coordinated approach to transportation decision-making supporting
common goals and capitalizing on opportunities related to project delivery, congestion management, safety,
freight, livability, and commerce.
Ladders of Opportunity (Access to Essential Services) – During FY 2015, into FY 2016 the MPO in cooperation
with the City of Grand Island will be contracting outside services to develop a “Transit Needs Analysis”. This
study will address transportation connectivity gaps in accessing essential services and the needs of the
community for alternative modes of transportation. These essential services include employment, Health Care,
Schools/Education, and recreation.
Transit Needs Assessment – During the first two (2) quarters of FY 2017 the MPO and a selected consultant will
be completing a comprehensive study of the transit needs in the Grand Island Urbanized area.
Comprehensive Coordinated Public Human Services Transportation Plan – Work will include coordinate with
existing social service agencies for transportation.
MPO FY 2017 Work Elements
Element A - Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
Purpose: Develop and maintain the UPWP and budget including the following
Previous Work:
Approved FY 2015 and FY 2016 UPWP’s
Activities:
• Draft UPWP to NDOR by April 15, 2017
• Finalize and adopt the 2018 UPWP and Budget by July 1, 2017
• Maintain the 2017 UPWP and Budget through UPWP Amendments, as necessary
• Maintain the annual FHWA PL and Section 5305 grant contracts and any subsequent amendments
• Coordinate with planning partners regarding UPWP activities
End Products:
o Annual “DRAFT” FY 2018 UPWP submitted to NDOR prior to April 15, 2017
o Amendments and Administration Modifications as needed
Budget - 180 MPO Program Manager Hours Costs Schedule
2017 UPWP and Budget Amendments $ 2,202.401,987.18 Ongoing
“DRAFT” UPWP $ 6,607.205,961.54 April 15, 2017
FY 2018 Approved UPWP $ 1,101.20 993.59 July 1, 2018
Other Direct $ 500.00
Total Budget $ 10,410.809,442.31
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Element B - Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
Purpose:
This element is to develop, maintain and monitor a five-year program of transportation projects and the
financial plan that demonstrates the program can reasonably be implemented. GIAMPO will monitor the
program, and will also continue the effort to gain public input on significant projects, and will provide
mechanisms to inform the public of the funding availability for federal, state, and local projects. It also addresses
TITLE VI assurances and Environmental Justice with its development and amendments to the approved TIP.
Previous Work:
Adopted the Transportation Improvement Plan April 26, 2016
Activities:
• Meet with stakeholders, decision makers, and citizens concerning the Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) process and the TIP Program, when needed. This includes presentations of Grand Island’s
one and six year road plans.
• Staff involvement on project related activities ensuring issues are properly identified and adequately
addressed for timely implementation.
• Annual posting of federally funded projects for the previous fiscal year, including the status of every
project in the first year of the previous TIP.
End Products:
o Final “Draft” submitted to NDOR by June 15, 2017
o Approved 5-year Transportation Improvement Program by July 1, 2017
o Amendments to the current approved Transportation Improvement Program (if necessary)
o Annual Posting of projects and status of year 1 of the previous TIP on GIAMPO’s website
Budget - 170 MPO Program Manager Hours Costs Schedule
Approved 5-year Transportation Improvement Program $ 4,404.803,974.36 3rd Quarter
Federal/State Funds Expended Prior Year Publication $ 2,202.401,987.18 1st Quarter
TIP Policy/Selection Process $ 1,376.501,241.99 3rd Quarter
Present Grand Island’s 1 and 6 Year Road Plan $ 1,376.501,241.99
Other Direct $ 1,500.00
Total Budget $10,860.20 9,945.52
Element C – Public Participation Plan (PPP)
Purpose:
The initial PPP was developed in FY 2016, the foundation of the PPP is to enhance and encourage participation
of stakeholders, decision makers, and citizens in the transportation planning process. Special efforts will focus
on persons and groups that are typically under-represented in transportation planning or with special
transportation needs, including, low-income, minority, elderly, and disabled populations. The continued
enhancement of GIAMPO web site pages will take place in FY2017 and a review of the PPP, and development of
a LED Plan will occur during FY 2017.
Previous Work:
• A web page was developed for the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization where
meeting agendas and minutes are posted. Meeting notices are advertised in accordance with the City of
Grand Island’s open meeting policy.
Activities:
Opportunities for public participation will be offered at all future GIAMPO Policy Board meetings and TAC
meetings on published agenda items.
• Continuing education about the MPO and the purpose of the MPO. This will be done with media
interviews, GITV, and public speaking engagements with civic groups.
• The GIAMPO website will be maintained for meeting notices and information regarding transportation
planning activities that affect the region.
• Maintenance and updating of social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter to inform interested
parties on transportation planning activities.
End Product
o Updated as needed Approved Public Participation Plan
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Budget - 196 MPO Program Manager Hours Costs Schedule
Title VI Mitigation/Assessment $ 3,303.602,980.77 Ongoing
Public Participation Plan Review $ 2,202.401,987.18 Ongoing
Web Site Development/Maintenance $ 2,753.002,483.98 Ongoing
Civic Group Speaking/Plan development Activities $ 1,101.20 993.59 Ongoing
Media Interviews $ 550.61496.80 Ongoing
GITV Programing $ 880.96794.87 Ongoing
Other Direct $ 2,802.50
Total Budget $13,594.2612,539.69
Element D – Short Range Planning Activities
Purpose:
To identify short range transportation needs and problems, present alternative solutions and evaluation criteria
assisting policy makers in development and adoption of plans and programs that optimize efficient management
of the existing transportation system. Other activities include activities that such as the review and maintenance
of the Highway Function Classification System, assisting the Nebraska Department of Roads in Highway
Performance Management System data collection and implementation of identified performance measures
system-wide.
Previous Work:
This is a new planning work element for the MPO and is anticipated to be an on-going activity in future Unified
Planning Work Programs. The planning efforts under this work element will concentrate on studies and work
activities that can be considered improvements of system management and operations (M&O), formally
identified as Transportation System Management (TSM), and analyses regional transportation as an
interconnected set of services and systems to improve system performance through better management and
use of the multimodal transportation network.
Activities:
• Review and update of the Highway Function Classification System in coordination with NDOR as needed
• Assisting the Nebraska Department of Roads in Highway Performance Management System data
collection (i.e. traffic data collection)
• Implementation and review of identified performance measures
• Addressing local concerns that have been identified through the (3-C) transportation planning process
• Development of a process to identify areas where low cost safety counter measures can be
implemented Identification and development of traffic engineering improvements and begin integrating
safety conscious planning to address vehicle crashes and general operations of the transportation
system that are identified through system wide analysis or through complaints and concerns of citizens
and elected officials.
• Evaluation of travel simulation/intersection capacity software (i.e. Sycro, HCM)
End Products
o Updated Highway Function Classification System
o Identification of Highway Performance data for HPMS
o Purchase of traffic counting equipment and supplies
Budget – 120 MPO Program Manager Hours Costs Schedule
Development of processes for activities $ 6,607.205,961.54 On-going
Other Direct $ 500.00
Total Budget $ 7,107.206,461.54
Element E– Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)
Purpose:
The LRTP includes long-range and short-range strategies/actions that lead to the development of an integrated
multimodal transportation system to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of people and goods. It will be
developed with regards to the intent and requirements of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century
Act (MAP-21) passed in July 2012 and guidance by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the Federal
Transit Administration (FTA), and the Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR). The consultant and MPO Program
Manager shall coordinate development and completion of all activities with respective stakeholders.
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Previous Work:
A Request-For-Proposal for Professional Services to perform the development of the Long Range Transportation
Plan was developed. Consultant selection process, and signed agreements were put in place the fourth quarter
of FY 2014.
Consultant selection was made and the development of the LRTP began March 2015, including a travel demand
model.
Work on the development of the LRTP began in the 3rd quarter of FY 2015 with approval on April 26, 2016.
Activities:
• Through the development of the LRTP, the need was identified to work on the development of a Master
Bike/Ped Plan for the urbanized area. During FY 2017, the MPO will work with identified stakeholders to
develop a RFP, identify funding for a Master Plan, and complete the Master Plan
• Bring in-house the Travel-Demand Model
• Maintain the TAZ’s and Independent variables as new data is available
End Products:
o A Master Bike/Ped Plan for the urbanized area
o Successful migration of the travel demand model to the MPO
o Up-to-data model and data base
Budget - 140 MPO Program Manager Hours Costs Schedule
Master Bike/Ped Plan – Outside Consultant (Portion of Costs) $60,675.6859,969.23 2nd Quarter
In-House travel-demand model $ 3,015.882,980.77 1st Quarter
Up-to-date independent variables database $ 1,005.29 993.59 On-Going
Other Direct $ 1,500.00
Total Budget $66,196.8665,443.59
Element F – Transit Planning
Purpose:
In 2012, the City of Grand Island became the designated recipient to receive the FTA 5307(Urban) transit funds.
In 2013, the City and Hall County entered into an interlocal agreement for Hall County Transportation to
continue to operate services using unexpended FTA 5311(Rural) funds during a transitional period. During CY
2016 the MPO will work with the City of Grand Island and Hall County to develop and finalize a transitional plan
for transit services in the City of Grand Island and Hall County. The 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. The transitional plan will also take into account, possible additional services based on funding
and identified needs of the community.
Previous Work:
Preliminary discussions and the development of a MOA for Hall County to continue providing transit and para-
transit services within the study area.
Development of a RFP for consulting services to perform a Transit Needs Analysis Study to identify Transit Needs
and “Ladders of Opportunity”, and how best to address those needs within the MPO Study Area.
Activity:
• A Transit Needs Analysis Plan and recommendations for Transit Alternatives in Grand Island Urban Area
• Staff involvement with financial and grant management of local transit
• Coordination with region’s transit services provider
End Product:
o Development of a Transition Plan and recommendations with timelines, expected funding and
procurement policies
o Submittal and management of grants
Budget – 675 MPO Program Manger Hours Costs Schedule
MPO Planning Transit Needs Analysis $ 13,795.5913,661.87
Financial and Grant Management of Local Transit $ 20,066.3119,871.81
Transit Needs Analysis Study – Outside Consultant Section 5307 $150,000.00
Other Direct (Training, Travel, Misc.) $ 981.85950.48
Total Budget $184,843.75184,484.16
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Element G – Administration/Systems Management (ASM)
Purpose:
The General administration of the transportation planning program for the Grand Island Area Metropolitan
Planning Organization.
Previous Work:
• Adopted By-Laws for the Technical Advisory Committee on March 25, 2014
• Adopted By-Laws for the Policy Committee in July 23, 2013, and amended September 17, 2013
• Hired the Metropolitan Planning Manager on February 28, 2014
• Set meeting schedules for the Policy Board and TAC
• Developing the FY 2016 UPWP
• Created of the GIAMPO web page
• Established reporting and invoicing practices for transportation planning program
• Provided for office and office equipment for the MPO Staff including computers, printers, furniture,
phone and other necessary tools
Activities:
• Compile and submit quarterly reimbursement reports to NDOR
• Compile and submit quarterly progress reports to NDOR
• Manage the GIAMPO Funding Streams
• Track the status of UPWP budget and activities
End Product:
o General Administration of the established 3-C Transportation Planning Process for the Grand Island Area
Metropolitan Planning OrganizationTransportation Study
o FY 2017 Quarterly Reimbursement Requests and Quarterly Activities Reports
Budget - 380 MPO Program Manager Hours Costs Schedule
Direct
Prepare Meetings for Policy Board and TAC $ 4,891.893,702.57 Ongoing
Meeting Minutes and other Documentation $ 5,548.264,199.36 Ongoing
Administration of Program/Reporting Documentation $ 6,328.294,789.75 Ongoing
Manage Funding Streams and Budget $ 8,173.756,186.54 Ongoing
$24,942.1818,878.22
Other Direct
Office Supplies, Phone, Advertisement, Misc. $ 2,271.001,200.00 Ongoing
Software Maintenance – TransCAD $ 1,200.00 Ongoing
Training/Conferences/Travel $ 5,500.00 Ongoing
$ 8,971.007,900.00
Admin. Total $33,913.1826,778.22
Budget
It is anticipated that the cost of implementing this UPWP for GIAMPO will be $326,926.25315,095.03, during
fiscal year 2017. Based on the formula funding for MPOs in Nebraska, in FY 2016 GIAMPO is eligible for up to
$113,666. Federal Highway Planning funds, and $27,875 Federal Transit Section 5305 funds for staffing and
other expenses. An additional $150,000 Federal Transit Section 5303 & 5307 is programmed for a Transit Needs
Analysis. The City of Grand Island, by agreement provides at least a 20% match. Total revenue for the MPO
planning program equals $326,926.25.
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“DRAFT” – Submitted April 2016 for Comment – Revision includes $100,000 FTA Section 5307 funds that were
approved for FY 2015, and $20,000 FTA Section 5303 funds; this increased the Transit Planning Budget to reflect
those funds for the Transit Needs Analysis Study.
***Transit Planning*** Section 5307 & Section 5303 use of funds for the Transit Needs Analysis are reflected in
the UPWP identifying that Federal Transit Funds will be used for the study.
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item J1
MPO Financial Update
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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Financial Update
Unified Planning Work Program
State Fiscal Year 2016 – Entire Year (July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016)
Category Budget Expenditure
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Expenditure
Unified Planning Work Program 9,191$ 3,330$ 36%
Transportation Improvement Program 15,265$ 4,189$ 27%
Public Participation Plan 19,851$ 12,162$ 61%
Short Range Studies 6,747$ 3,062$ 45%
Long Range Transportation Plan 38,994$ 31,851$ 82%
- LRTP (Outside Services)197,619$ 224,407$ 114%
Transit Planning 23,803$ 13,243$ 56%
- Transit Needs Study (Outside Services) 150,000$ -$ 0%
Administration 42,714$ 14,579$ 34%
Total 504,184$ 306,823$ 61%
Work Completed for Entire Year
Adopted the FY 2016 Unified Planning Work Program
Adopted the FY 2016-2020 Transportation Improvement Program
Adopted the Public Participation Plan
Completed the Self-Certification of MPO Planning Process
Selected a transit transportation provider to operate the transportation services
State Fiscal Year 2017 – First Quarter (July 1, 2016 to September 30, 2016)
Category Budget Expenditure
Percent
Expenditure
Unified Planning Work Program 10,411$ 220$ 2%
Transportation Improvement Program 10,860$ 1,982$ 18%
Public Participation Plan 13,594$ 2,050$ 15%
Short Range Studies 7,107$ 798$ 11%
Long Range Transportation Plan 9,208$ 1,872$ 20%
- Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan (Outside Services)56,988$ -$ 0%
Transit Planning 34,844$ 10,304$ 30%
- Transit Needs Study (Outside Services) 150,000$ -$ 0%
Administration 33,913$ 7,496$ 22%
Total 326,926$ 24,723$ 8%
Work Completed for First Quarter
Approved Amendment No. 1 for FY 2016-2020 Transportation Improvement Program
Prepared and held Transportation Advisory Committee and Policy Board meetings in August
Began updates and enhancements to the GIAMPO website
Completed a draft Request for Qualifications for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
Developed a draft GIAMPO American with Disabilities (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
Submitted a FTA 5307 grant application for transit operations in the Grand Island Urbanized Area
Developed a draft DBE Program and Goal document for the City of Grand Island
Completed a draft Request for Qualifications for a Regional Transit Needs and Feasibility Study
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item J2
1 & 6 Plan
The One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan is developed each year and outlines the street
improvement projects that are being planned in a six-year period. The Board of Public Roads,
Classifications, and Standards require that the Department of Roads, each municipality, and each
County within the State develop and file a One- and Six- Year Plan of highway, road, and street
improvements. The proposed 2017 One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan for Grand Island is schedule
for approval by Regional Planning Commission in January 2017.
Staff Contact: John Collins, Public Works Director
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Previous Year Projects –Project No. Project Date Completed (actual or estimated) Projected Cost M‐310 (89) Capital Avenue Widening; Webb Road to Broadwell Avenue November 2016, substantially complete $ 10,166,000 M‐310 (267) Blaine Street Bridge Replacement March 1, 2016 $ 500,000 M‐310 (584) Stolley Park Road Rehabilitation & Reconfiguration Changed to Phased, delayed to 1 & 6 year plan $ 1,100,000 M‐310 (598) Sky Park Road & Airport Road Intersection Improvements October 1, 2016 $ 10,000 M‐310 (628)4th Street & 5th Street Community Development Block GrantConstruction occurred 2015 & 2016, continue to 1 year plan $ 843,262 M‐310 (635)Local Resurfacing; includes 1st Street & 2nd Street (Hwy 30)July 1, 2016 $ 956,000 M‐310 (636) Waugh Street Realignment July 1, 2016 $ 135,000 M‐310 (637) Jefferson Street Paving September 1, 2016 $ 300,000 M‐310 (638) Adams Street Widening & Roundabout Delayed to 1 year plan $ 1,000,000 M‐310 (639) State Fair Boulevard & South Locust Street Traffic Signal Relocation August 1, 2016 $ 51,000 M‐310 (640) Pavement Lifting & Stabilization on South Locust Street August 1, 2016 $ 250,000 M‐310 (641) Pavement Condition Survey (GASB requirement) November 1, 2016 $ 200,000 15,511,262$ Draft 1 & 6 Year Street Improvement PlanCity of Grand Island, NebraskaGrand IslandRegular Session - 11/22/2016Page 72 / 88
One Year Projects –Project No. Project Total Estimated Cost City Estimated Cost M‐310 (628) 4th Street & 5th Street Community Development Block Grant $ 400,000 $ 400,000 M‐310 (638) Adams Street Widening, Roundabout & Traffic Signal Installation $ 1,000,000 $ 500,000 M‐310 (645) Asphalt Resurfacing, 2017‐AC‐1 $ 900,000 $ 900,000 M‐310 (623)A Hwy 281 in GI & North ‐ NDOR, NH‐HSIP‐281‐2(127), City Share Est. $2M $ 19,048,000 $ 3,800,000 M‐310 (623)B Broadwell Ave ‐ Hwy 281 to End Concrete Reconstruction $ 1,800,000 $ 1,800,000 M‐310 (584)A Stolley Park Road Rehabilitation & Reconfiguration ‐ Design & Environment $ 135,000 $ 13,500 M‐310 (631)A Sycamore Underpass Rehabilitation ‐ Desing $ 80,000 $ 80,000 M‐310 (643) Five Points Traffic Signal Improvements $ 350,000 $ 350,000 M‐310 (630) Sterling Estates Paving District No. 1262 $ 300,000 $ 150,000 24,013,000$ 7,993,500$ Draft 1 & 6 Year Street Improvement PlanCity of Grand Island, NebraskaGrand IslandRegular Session - 11/22/2016Page 73 / 88
Six Year Projects –Project No. Project Total Estimated Cost City Estimated Cost M‐310 (628) 4th Street & 5th Street Community Development Block Grant $ 400,000 $ 400,000 M‐310 (638) Adams St Widening, Roundabout & Traffic Signal Installation $ 1,000,000 $ 500,000 M‐310 (645) Asphalt Resurfacing, 2017‐AC‐1 $ 900,000 $ 900,000 M‐310 (623)AHighway 281 in Grand Island & North‐NDOR, NH‐HSIP‐281‐2 (127), CityShare Est. $2M $ 8,800,000 $ 2,000,000 M‐310 (623)B Broadwell Ave ‐ Hwy 281 to End Concrete Reconstruction $ 1,800,000 $ 1,800,000 M‐310 (584)A Stolley Park Rehabilitiation & Reconfiguration ‐ Design & Environmental $ 135,000 $ 13,500 M‐310 (631)A Sycamore Underpass Rehab ‐ Design $ 80,000 $ 80,000 M‐310 (643)* Five Points Traffic Signal Improvement $ 350,000 $ 350,000 M‐310 (630)* Sterling Estates Paving District No. 1262 $ 300,000 $ 150,000 M‐310 (584)B Stolley Park Rehabilitiation & Reconfiguration ‐ Construction $ 1,100,000 $ 110,000 M‐310 (631)B Sycamore Underpass Storm Pump Replacement $ 60,000 $ 60,000 M‐310 (631)C South Front Street Bridge Rehab ‐ Deck Replacement $ 1,000,000 $ 1,000,000 M‐310 (631)D Sycamore Underpass Retaining Wall Rehabilitation $ 1,000,000 $ 1,000,000 M‐310 (352) Highway 30 Realignment, S‐30‐4(1046) ‐ City Share Est. $10M $ 29,320,000 $ 10,000,000 M‐310 (647)* Highway 2 Resurfacing NDOR, NH‐2‐4(112) ‐ City Share Est. $600K $ 3,750,000 $ 600,000 M‐310 (633) Swift Rd Connector ‐ Deleted until programmed $ 1,500,000 $ ‐ 51,495,000$ 18,963,500$ Draft 1 & 6 Year Street Improvement PlanCity of Grand Island, Nebraska*Added projects from previous yearGrand IslandRegular Session - 11/22/2016Page 74 / 88
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item J3
Transit Needs Study Update
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item J4
2017 GIAMPO Meeting Schedule
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) - Adoption by the Policy Board on May 23, 2017
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Regular Session
Item J5
Other Business
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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