02-28-2017 GI Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Regular Meeting PacketGIAMPO - Policy Board
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
4:00 pm @ City Hall - Community Meeting Room
100 E 1st Stret, 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 November 22, 2016 Policy Board Meeting
4.Election of Vice-Chairperson
5.Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Public Participation Plan Amendment No. 1
6.Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Unified Planning Work Program No. 1
7.Approval Recommendation of Consultant Selection for Regional Transit Needs and
Feasibility Study
8.MPO Financial Update
9.Other Business
10.Next Meeting
11.Adjournment
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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, February 28, 2017
Regular Session
Item C1
Approval of Minutes from the November 22, 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, November 22, 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
Wes Wahlgren (Kyle Schneweis designee) NDOR Hwy Planning Manager Present
Gary Quandt, Hall County Board Present
Doug Lanfear, Hall County Board Present
Pat O’Neill, Hall County Planning Commission Chairman Present
NON-VOTING MEMBERS ATTENDANCE:
Marlan Ferguson, City of Grand Island, City Administrator Present
Terry Brown, City of Grand Island, Assistant Public Works Director Absent
Allan Zafft, City of Grand Island MPO Program Manager Present
Catrina DeLosh, City of Grand Island Public Works Admin Assistant Present
Renae Griffiths, City of Grand Island Finance Director Present
William Clingman, City of Grand Island Asst. Finance Director Absent
Jerry Janulewicz, City of Grand Island Attorney Present
John Collins, City of Grand Island Public Works Director Present
Tim Golka, City of Grand Island Project Manager Absent
Chad Nabity, Regional Planning Director Present
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, FTA Transportation Program Specialist 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 4:00 pm. The Nebraska Open Meetings Act was
acknowledged and roll call was taken. Mayor Jensen acknowledged the fact that Wes
Wahlgren, NDOR District 4 Engineer, was the designee for Kyle Schneweis, Director of the
Nebraska Department of Roads.
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Approval of minutes from the August 23, 2016 Policy Board Meeting
Motion by Quandt to approve the minutes from the August 23, 2016 meeting, seconded by
Paulick. Upon roll call vote, all voted in favor. Motion adopted.
Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Amendment
No. 1
Zafft informed the Policy Board of the reasons for Amendment No. 1 to the LRTP, which are to
account for the significant estimate increase on the US Highway 281 NB project (latest estimate
has increased from $12M to $18M – an increase of $3.5M or 42% change in federal funds) and
adjust the fiscal constraint of the plan to include additional anticipated federal revenue for the
US Highway 281 NB project, which results in revisions to the funding tables in Chapters 7 & 9 of
the LRTP. The amendment also addresses the timeframe for North Road improvements, moved
from 2021-2025 to 2026-2040; and 13th Street/10th Street improvements, moved from 2026-
2040 to 2040+. The four (4) criteria to determine whether a project change rises to the level of
an amendment are:
• Project costs: determination will be made based on the percentage change or dollar
amount of change in federal aid. Projects in which the federal aid has been changed by
20% or $2M, which is greater, will require an LRTP amendment. Anything less can be
processed with an administrative modification. For projects financed with non-federal
funds. NDOR suggests the MPO’s use the same 20%/$2M threshold in order to provide
transparency to the public;
• Adding a Regionally Significant Project which requires FHWA or FTA funding or
approval;
• Funding sources: Adding federal funding sources or changing from one federal funding
category to another (including converting advanced construction) will require an
amendment; or
• 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.
Haase inquired on the $6M increase for the US Highway 281 NB project. Wahlgren stated the
increased cost is due to extra pavement replacement that has been deemed necessary and the
addition of roadway lighting.
Paulick questioned once a project is pushed into future years can it be moved up if funds should
become available sooner. Zafft informed the Policy Board this is an option when dollars are
updated.
Motion by Paulick to approve the Recommendation of Final Draft Long Range Transportation
Plan (LRTP) Amendment No. 1, seconded by Hehnke. Upon roll call, all voted in favor. Motion
adopted.
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Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
Amendment No. 2
Zafft notified the Policy Board of the inconsistency from the LRTP and the TIP regarding the cost
estimate for the US Highway 281 NB project. This amendment will allow for a correction to the
TIP to match the LRTP cost estimate. A fifteen (15) day comment period is required, however
to match the LRTP comment period a thirty (30) comment period was scheduled. The comment
period began on October 18, 2016 and ended on November 18, 2016 with no comments
received.
Haase inquired on if the State, Federal or total funds trigger the need for the amendment, to
which Zafft stated the Federal funds.
Quandt questioned if the State would possibly adjust their level of funding on this project.
Wahlgren noted there are agreements in place and he doesn’t believe that would happen.
Motion by Minton to approve Recommendation of Final Draft Transportation Program (TIP)
Amendment No. 2, seconded by Paulick. Upon roll call, all voted in favor. Motion adopted.
Approval Recommendation of Final Draft ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
Zafft informed the Policy Board that ADA compliance is currently not being met; however this
plan will address this Federal requirement and the deficiencies. The commitment was made to
complete the ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan by November 22, 2016 in response to the
Self-Certification of the MPO Planning Process approved in April 2016. One area of concern is
the counter height at the GIAMPO suite, which doesn’t currently allow access for an individual
in a wheelchair. Such evaluation and plan requires a fifteen (15) comment period, which began
October 19, 2016 and ended November 4, 2016 with no comments received. Notice of such
public comment period was posted on the City of Grand Island Public Works Facebook page, at
the City of Grand Island Library, in the Grand Island Independent, and on the City of Grand
Island website.
If a complaint is filed it will be investigated by either NDOR or Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA), or both.
Motion by Lanfear to approve Recommendation of Final Draft ADA Self-Evaluation and
Transition Plan, seconded by Minton. Upon roll call, all voted in favor. Motion adopted.
Approval Release and Recommendation of Public Participation Plan Amendment No. 1 for
Public Comments
Zafft stated the current Public Participation Plan; which was approved November 2015 to
accommodate the progression of work programs (Long Range Transportation Plan & Unified
Planning Work Program) is tailored for monthly TAC and Policy Board meetings. This
amendment will allow more flexibility within the Bylaws regarding meeting frequency and TAC
will have the ability to open public comment periods without consent from the Policy Board.
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This change will eliminate the need for special meetings. Jensen noted this will create
efficiency. Zafft noted with the size of GIAMPO the quarterly meetings fit at this time.
Motion by O’Neill to approve Release and Recommendation of Public Participation Plan
Amendment No. 1 for Public Comments, seconded by Quandt. Upon roll call, call voted in
favor. Motion adopted.
Administrative Modification of Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
Zafft informed the Policy Board that a change to the 2017 UPWP is necessary to account for the
budget changes reflecting wage and fringe benefit rates. The remaining balance from these
changes has been allocated to increase Administration hours (additional funds to office supplies
& phone) and reduce Transit hours. This item is informational only – to keep transparency.
MPO Financial Update
Zafft provided a financial update for State Fiscal Year 2016 (July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016), as
well as Sate Fiscal Year 2017 First Quarter (July 1, 2016 – September 30, 2016). It is to be noted
the Transit Needs Study was originally scheduled during FY 2016, however was moved to FY
2017. This update will be provided to TAC for each quarter.
1 & 6 Plan
Collins presented the draft 1 & 6 Plan, which will be presented to the Regional Planning
Commission at their December 7, 2016 meeting for recommendation of approval forwarded to
City Council either at their December 27, 2016 or January 10, 2017 meeting. Projects to note
are:
• Stolley Park Road Rehabilitation & Reconfiguration – this is slated to be a 2018 project
with Nebraska Department of Roads
• Highway 281 Northbound – City share is scheduled to be paid over two (2) fiscal years
[$1.9M FY 16/17 & $1.9M 17/18]
• Sycamore Underpass Rehabilitation – will more than likely cover a four (4) year
timeframe
Transit Needs Study Update
Zafft informed the Policy Board that four (4) submittals for the Transit Needs Study RFQ were
received on November 17, 2016. Schedule is to have an agreement negotiated and approved
through TAC, Policy Board and City Council February 2017. The chosen plan should be adopted
November 2017.
2017 GIAMPO Meeting Schedule
A meeting calendar was included in the Policy Board agenda packet showing the 2017
scheduled meetings according to the Policy Board Bylaws.
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Other Business
• Zafft updated the Board on the Bike/Pedestrian Master Plan Study RFP, which has been
sent to firms and advertised publicly, and is scheduled to receive submittals on
December 15, 2016. Minton inquired if the plan will take into account the current
hike/bike trails that are in place. Zafft confirmed those will be accounted for. Collins
noted any projects that come out of this study can be funded through either Public
Works or Parks and Recreation.
• Zafft notified the Board that Amendment No. 1 with Senior Citizens Industries, Inc. for
Transit Services is being presented to City Council on November 22, 2016 to address
payment of actual costs (up to the original agreed upon maximum) monthly, reduce the
insurance requirement from $5M to $1M, and eliminate the cab fare program as it is an
ineligible expense for federal reimbursement and this will reduce costs by
approximately $60,000.
Next Meeting Date
The next meeting of the Policy Board will be on February 28, 2017 at 4:00 pm at City Hall.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Jensen adjourned the meeting at 5:08 pm.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Regular Session
Item E1
Election of Vice-Chairperson
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Regular Session
Item E2
Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Public Participation Plan
Amendment No. 1
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
On November 22, 2016, the GIAMPO Policy Board approved the release and recommendation of Final
Draft Public Participation Plan Amendment No. 1 for public comments. The public comment period
began on December 22, 2016 and ended on January 23, 2017 with no comments. On February 13, 2017,
Amendment No. 1 was recommended for adoption by the GIAMPO Technical Advisory Committee, and
now requires official approval from the GIAMPO Policy Board.
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)
December 22, 2016 – Public Review and Comment
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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 giampo@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 RESOLUTION NO. 2017-01
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
A Resolution Amending the Public Participation 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, pursuant to 23 CFR 450.316, adopted on November 24, 2015, a Public
Participation Plan; and WHEREAS, the MPO has prepared an amendment to the MPO’s Public Participation to allow 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
The amendment includes a few other changes in the MPO’s Public Participation Plan. All the
changes are shown in red in the attached Public Participation Plan; 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 MPO approves and adopts the amendment to the MPO’s Public Participation Plan.
Certification:
The foregoing resolution was approved by the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on February 28, 2017.
By: Attest:
______________________________
______________________________ Jeremy Jensen, Mayor / Chairman John Collins, Public Works Director
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Regular Session
Item E3
Approval Recommendation of Final Draft Unified Planning Work
Program No. 1
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 proposed amendment
primarily revises the budget for a majority of the work elements. The changes in this amendment are
based on the following reasons:
- Transfer of 30 hours from the UPWP to the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)
- Transfer of $7,011.54 relating to Other Direct from the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP),
Public Participation Plan (PPP), LRTP, Administration/System Management to the Master Bike/Ped Plan
- Outside Consultant Service
- FTA Carry Over 5305 increased from $25,000 to $35,559.99. The additional funds will be used towards
the Transit Needs Study and for staff and other expenses
The Final Draft 2017 UPWP Amendment No. 1 has been made available for public comment for a 15-day
period. On February 13, 2017, Amendment No. 1 was recommended for adoption by the GIAMPO
Technical Advisory Committee, and now requires official approval from the GIAMPO Policy Board.
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 MODIFICATION ON NOVEMBER 22, 2016
DRAFT AMENDMENT NO. 1 (CHANGES SHOWN IN RED)
• Public Comment Period from February 7, 2017 to February 27, 2017
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Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (GIAMPO)
Unified Planning Work Program for Fiscal Year 2016
Policy Board Members
Chair – Jeremy L. Jensen
Vice-Chair – Chuck Haase
MPO Director/Secretary – John Collins
Mayor: Jeremy 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 6
Element B – Transportation Improvement Program 6
Element C – Public Participation Plan 7
Element D – Short Range Planning Activities 8
Element E – Long Range Transportation Plan 9
Element F – Transit Planning 9
Element G – Administration/System Management 10
Budget Table 12
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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 2017, (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;
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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.
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.
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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 1,964 1,874
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 20165, into FY 20176 the MPO in cooperation
with the City of Grand Island will be contracting outside services to develop a “Transit Needs Analysis”. This
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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 $ 1,835.33 2,202.40 Ongoing
“DRAFT” UPWP $ 5,506.00 6,607.20 April 15, 2017
FY 2018 Approved UPWP $ 917.67 1,101.20 July 1, 2018
Other Direct $ 500.00
Total Budget $ 8,759.00 10,410.80
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
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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 $ 4,404.80 3rd Quarter
Federal/State Funds Expended Prior Year Publication $ 2,202.40 1st Quarter
TIP Policy/Selection Process $ 1,376.50 3rd Quarter
Present Grand Island’s 1 and 6 Year Road Plan $ 1,376.50 2nd Quarter
Other Direct $ 9,88.46 1,500.00
Total Budget $10,348.66 10,860.20
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.
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End Product
o Updated as needed Approved Public Participation Plan
Budget - 196 MPO Program Manager Hours Costs Schedule
Title VI Mitigation/Assessment $ 3,303.60 Ongoing
Public Participation Plan Review $ 2,202.40 Ongoing
Web Site Development/Maintenance $ 2,753.00 Ongoing
Civic Group Speaking/Plan development Activities $ 1,101.20 Ongoing
Media Interviews $ 550.61 Ongoing
GITV Programing $ 880.956 Ongoing
Other Direct $ 1,802.50 2,802.50
Total Budget $12,594.26 13,594.26
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
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Budget – 120 MPO Program Manager Hours Costs Schedule
Development of processes for activities $ 6,607.20 Ongoing
Other Direct $ 500.00
Total Budget $ 7,107.20
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.
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) $68,800.57 60,675.68 2nd Quarter
In-House travel-demand model $ 3,419.73 3,015.88 1st Quarter
Up-to-date independent variables database $ 1,139.91 1,005.29 Ongoing
Other Direct $ 500.00 1,500.00
Total Budget $73,860.20 66,196.86
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
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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 $ 15,814.46 13,795.59 Ongoing
Financial and Grant Management of Local Transit $ 23,002.84 20,066.31 Ongoing
Transit Needs Analysis Study – Outside Consultant Section 5307 $155,000.00 150,000.00 Ongoing
Other Direct (Training, Travel, Misc.) $ 1,586.44 981.85 Ongoing
Total Budget $195,403.74 184,843.75
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
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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 Organization. This includes preparing for and attending MPO transportation-
related meetings.
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 $ 4,891.89 Ongoing
Meeting Minutes and other Documentation $ 5,548.256 Ongoing
Administration of Program/Reporting Documentation $ 6,328.29 Ongoing
Manage Funding Streams and Budget $ 8,173.75 Ongoing
$24,942.18
Other Direct
Office Supplies, Phone, Advertisement, Misc. (e.g. AMPO mshp) $ 2,271.00 Ongoing
Software Maintenance – TransCAD $ 1,200.00 Ongoing
Training/Conferences/Travel $ 1,000.00 5,500.00 Ongoing
$ 4,471.00 8,971.00
Admin. Total $29,413.18 33,913.18
Budget
It is anticipated that the cost of implementing this UPWP for GIAMPO will be $337,486.24 326,926.25, 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 $155,000 150,000 Federal Transit Section 53053 & 5307 is programmed for a
Transit Needs Analysis, and an additional $5,559.99 Federal Transit Section 5305 is programmed for staffing and
other expenses. The City of Grand Island, by agreement provides at least a 20% match. Total revenue for the
MPO planning program equals $337,486.24 326,926.25.
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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 53053 funds; this increased the Transit Planning Budget to reflect those funds for the
Transit Needs Analysis Study.
***Transit Planning*** Section 5307 & Section 53053 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 RESOLUTION NO. 2017-02
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
A Resolution Amending the FY 2017 Unified Planning Work Program 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 Title 23 U.S.C. and Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53, adopted on June
14, 2016, a Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for fiscal year 2017; and WHEREAS, the MPO has prepared an amendment to the MPO’s UPWP for fiscal year 2017 to
mainly revise the budget for six work elements (Unified Planning Work Program, Transportation
Improvement Program, Public Participation Plan, Long Range Transportation Plan/Travel Demand Model, Transit Planning, and Administration/System Management). The amendment is based on the following reasons:
• Transfer of 30 hours from the UPWP to the Long Range Transportation Plan.
• Transfer of $7,011.54 relating to Other Direct from the Transportation Improvement Program,
Public Participation Plan, Long Range Transportation Plan/Travel Demand Model, and
Administration/System Management to the Master Bike/Ped Plan – Outside Consultant Service.
• FTA Carry Over 5305 increased from $25,000 to $35,559.99. The additional funds will be
used towards the Transit Needs Study and for staff and other expenses.
The budget changes are shown in red in the attached budget table of the UPWP for fiscal year 2017 (Exhibit A); and WHEREAS, the amendment 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 MPO approves and adopts the
amendment to the MPO’s UPWP for fiscal year 2017.
Certification:
The foregoing resolution was approved by the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on February 28, 2017.
By: Attest:
______________________________
______________________________
Jeremy Jensen, Mayor / Chairman John Collins, Public Works Director
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Exhibit A
NE Federal Grand Island Total
Hours 0.80 0.20 100
UPWP
Direct Labor 150 5,139.00 4,111.20 1,027.80 5,139.00
Fringe/Indirect 3,120.00 2,496.00 624.00 3,120.00
Other Direct 500.00 400.00 100.00 500.00
Total Unified Planning Work Program $8,759.00 7,007.20 $1,751.80 $8,759.00
TIP
Direct Labor 170 5,824.20 4,659.36 1,164.84 5,824.20
Fringe/Indirect 3,536.00 2,828.80 707.20 3,536.00
Other Direct 988.46 790.77 197.69 988.46
Total Transportation Improvement Program $10,348.66 30.00 $2,069.73 2,099.73
PPP-Public Participation Plan
Direct Labor 196 6,714.96 5,371.97 1,342.99 6,714.96
Fringe/Indirect 4,076.80 3,261.44 815.36 4,076.80
Other Direct 1,802.50 1,442.00 360.50 1,802.50
Total Public Participation Plan $12,594.26 10,075.41 2,518.85 12,594.26
Short Range Studies/Data Development/Maintenance
Direct Labor 120 4,111.20 3,288.96 822.24 4,111.20
Fringe/Indirect 2,496.00 1,996.80 499.20 2,496.00
Other Direct 500.00 400.00 100.00 500.00
Total Short Range Studies/Data Maintenance $7,107.20 5,685.76 1,421.44 7,107.20
Long Range Transportation Plan/Travel Demand Model
Direct Labor 170 5,824.20 4,659.36 1,164.84 5,824.20
Fringe/Indirect 3,536.00 2,828.80 707.20 3,536.00
Master Bike/Ped Plan - Outside Consultant Service 64,000.00 51,200.00 12,800.00 64,000.00
Other Direct 500.00 400.00 100.00 500.00
Total Long Range Transportation Plan/Travel Demand Model $73,860.20 59,088.16 14,772.04 73,860.20
Transit Planning
Direct Labor 705 24,153.30 19,322.64 4,830.66 24,153.30
Fridge/Indirect 14,664.00 11,731.20 2,932.80 14,664.00
Transit Needs Analysis - Outside Consultant Section 5305 30,000.00 24,000.00 6,000.00 30,000.00
Transit Needs Analysis - Outside Consultant Section 5307 125,000.00 100,000.00 25,000.00 125,000.00
Other Direct/Training 1,586.44 1,269.15 317.29 1,586.44
Total Transit Planning $195,403.74 156,322.99 $8,080.75 $195,403.74
Administration/System Management
Direct Labor 453 15,519.78 12,415.82 3,103.96 15,519.78
Fringe/Indirect 9,422.40 7,537.92 1,884.48 9,422.40
Other Direct Office Supplies, Phone, Misc.2,271.00 1,816.80 454.20 2,271.00
Software Maintenance TransCAD and Simulation 1,200.00 960.00 240.00 1,200.00
Training/Conferences 1,000.00 800.00 200.00 1,000.00
Total Administration/System Management $29,413.18 23,530.54 5,882.64 29,413.18
FHWA 2017 Direct Labor FHWA 1259 43,133.34 34,506.67 8,626.67 43,133.34
Fringe/Indirect FHWA 26,187.20 20,949.76 5,237.44 26,187.20
Other Direct 72,761.96 58,209.57 14,552.39 72,761.96
FHWA FY 2017 Grand Total FHWA PL UPWP 142,082.50 113,666.00 28,416.50 142,082.50
FTA 5305 Direct Labor FTA 705 24,153.30 19,322.64 4,830.66 24,153.30
Fringe/Indirect FTA 14,664.00 11,731.20 2,932.80 14,664.00
Other Direct 156,586.44 125,269.15 31,317.29 156,586.44
Grand Total FTA Section 5305 $195,403.74 156,322.99 39,080.75 195,403.74
NOTES:
Total Highway Planning Federal Highway Planning - FHWA $142,082.50 $113,666.00 $28,416.50 $142,082.50
Total Transit Federal Transit Administration $195,403.74 $156,322.99 $39,080.75 $195,403.74
Total FY 2017 UPWP $337,486.24 $269,988.99 $67,497.25 $337,486.24
FHWA Available Revenue $142,082.50 $113,666.00 $28,416.50 $142,082.50
FTA Available Revenue $34,843.75 $27,875.00 $6,968.75 $34,843.75
FTA Carry Over 5307 $125,000.00 $100,000.00 $25,000.00 $125,000.00
FTA Carry Over 5305 (FY 2016 Agreement PT1506)$35,559.99 $28,447.99 $7,112.00 $35,559.99
Remaining FHWA Funds $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Remaining FTA Funds $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Total Program Funds Remaining $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Category Cost Category Total
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
DISTRIBUTION OF COSTS BY WORK ELEMENT
FY 2017 UPWP
FY 2017 FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION (FHWA) PL - PROGRAM COSTS
July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017
Project Number - PL-1(54), Control Number - #00956A, Agreement No. - VL1602
Previous Hours - 615
Previous total amounts: Direct Labor - 21,069.90 Fringe/Indirect - 12,792.00 TNA (5305) - 25,000 Other Direct - 981.85
Previous total amounts: Direct Labor - 21,069.90 Fringe/Indirect - 12,792.00 Other Direct - 150,981.85
Total - $184,843.75
Previous total amounts:
FTA - $184,843.75 FY17 UPWP - $326,926.25
Previous Hours - 615
Previous total amounts: Direct Labor - 6,166.80 Fringe/Indirect - 3,744.00
Previous total amounts: Direct Labor - 4,796.40 Fringe/Indirect - 2,912.00 Bike/Ped Plan - 56,988.46
Other Direct - 1,500.00
Previous Hours - 140
Previous Hours - 180
The below changes are based on the following reasons:
- Transfer of 30 hours from the UPWP to the LRTP - Transfer of $7,011.54 in Other Direct from the TIP, PPP, LRTP, Administration to the Master Bike/Ped Plan Outside Consultant Service - FTA Carry Over 5305 increased from $25,000 to $35,559.99. The additional funds will be used towards the Transit Needs Analysis and for staff and other expenses.
Previous total amounts: Other Direct - $1,500
Previous total amounts: Other Direct - $2,802.50
Previous total amounts: Other Direct - $5,500.00
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Regular Session
Item E4
Approval Recommendation of Consultant Selection for Regional
Transit Needs and Feasibility Study
The 2017 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) includes the work activity for GIAMPO to select a
consultant to undertake a Transit Needs Assessment for the Grand Island Urban area. In October 2016,
the City of Grand Island released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to seek a consultant to provide
professional services for performing a Regional Transit Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study. The City
received four proposals from the following firms – Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, Olsson Associates, SRF
Consulting Group, Inc., and Wilson & Company. Olsson Associates was selected through the consultant
selection process. The City has reached an agreement on scope and fee with Olsson Associates. This
agreement is scheduled for approval by City Council on February 28, 2017.
On February 13, 2017, the consultant selection was presented to the GIAMPO Technical Advisory
Committee, which made a recommendation for approval, and now requires official approval from the
GIAMPO Policy Board.
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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Scope of Work
Regional Transit Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study
Task 1: Public Involvement
Deliverables:
• Public Involvement Plan
• Presentations, public notifications, and informational materials for meetings and outreach
activities
o Documentation of public involvement process and input received
• Updated study contact list
The Public Involvement Plan will provide information regarding the focus groups, Interested Parties,
stakeholder meetings and public outreach activities to be conducted throughout the study timeframe.
Three rounds of public input, engaging the above groups, will be conducted at major milestones during
the study. Focus groups represent a group of persons typically with similar background or themes, such
as major employers. The focus group meetings typically include from 5 to 20 people during one meeting
session. Stakeholders include specific persons or person within the region to contact individually or in
small numbers to discuss the study purpose and goals. Stakeholders would include City/MPO staff
directly involved with the study, the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), and other individuals to be
identified with the local project team.
• 1st public meeting with Interested Parties and general public will occur before the upcoming focus
group meetings
o Discuss project scope, schedule, established vision/goals
o Notify representatives to attend focus groups
• Up to three rounds of focus groups and stakeholder interviews
o Round 1 – Discuss transit needs/demand for service and possible partnering opportunities
o Round 2 – Input on transit alternatives
o Round 3 – Input on preferred alternative which is fiscally constrained
• 2nd public meeting with Interested Parties and general public will be scheduled separately from
Round 3 of public engagement
o Input on Final Draft Report
The first round of public open house meetings will be held in March 2017, assuming the Notice to
Proceed is executed in February 2017. For each round of public engagement, Olsson will prepare display
boards and a brief questionnaire allowing attendees to submit thoughts and ideas for future transit
services in Hall County and Grand Island. Olsson will be responsible for preparing materials for meeting
notices and meeting minutes.
An extensive list of stakeholders was developed for the GIAMPO LRTP. Olsson, in coordination with the
local project team, will review that information and build a comprehensive list of contact persons for
this regional transit study. This list is the beginning step to arranging several groups to meet with and
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discuss the transit study. From that contact list, we will identify stakeholders and focus group
opportunities. We will work with the local project team to identify the best mechanism for outreach to
the disabled, LEP communities, and underrepresented groups. Meetings will be approximately 60-
minutes for each public engagement group. The meetings will be held on concurrent days during the
specified outreach days, as directed by the local project team.
Olsson Associates will prepare online materials for the Regional Transit Needs Assessment and
Feasibility Study. The materials will be available for the City’s website. It is recommended a link be
established on the City’s website for the study. Olsson will work with local IT staff to determine the
appropriate file structure best for posting information and for receiving information from the
community.
A community survey will be developed for the project, both online and hardcopy. Olsson will not have
leading questions incorporated into the survey. The purpose of the community survey is to assist in the
identification of transit needs and gaps for service in the next five years. Olsson will also develop a
survey for the transit riders using the service today. The Hall County Public Transportation (Senior
Citizens Industries, Inc.) staff will administer and collect the completed surveys. Olsson will compile and
summarize the results for both surveys.
During preliminary discussions with the local project team, tentative interested parties were identified
and will be invited to participate in public engagement activities, such as focus groups and public
meetings. The interested parties will not have a leadership role. City staff and/or the TAC will provide
guidance to the consultant team throughout the study timeframe. A preliminary list of interested parties
is shown below. These will be reviewed and adjusted as needed.
1. United Way
2. County Supervisor
3. Chamber
4. Department of Health
5. Bicycle/Pedestrian Committee
6. School District Transportation
7. City Council
8. Mayor
9. Transit Providers
10. College
11. NDOR
12. Downtown Business Improvement District
13. MPO/City
14. County
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Focus Groups will also be conducted as part of the Regional Transit Needs Assessment and Feasibility
Study. Preliminary groups are listed below. As the stakeholder list is revisited, groups will be formed as
appropriate.
1. Major employers
2. Transportation Providers
3. Elected Officials
4. Educational institutions
5. Elderly Services and Residential sites
6. Faith-based Community
Olsson will prepare a formal letter to welcoming participation from interested parties in the community.
The letter will be signed by representatives from the local project team and sent to representatives
agencies on appropriate letterhead. In addition, prior to sending the formal letter, members of the local
project team will contact interested parties to give a brief introduction to the study and request their
assistance on the Committee. Olsson will provide the verbiage for the short introduction to the study.
Task 2: Transit Vision, Goals, Objectives
Deliverables:
• 5-Year Transit Vision Statement
• Study Goals
A clear 5-year vision statement and well-defined study goals will be developed by Olsson in coordination
with the local project team. The vision statement and goals are important for identifying and analyzing
reasonable transit concepts. They serve as the primary criteria used to develop, evaluate, select, and
prioritize service improvements. The first round of public engagement will provide the basis for the
development of the 5-year vision and goals for the study. Sample goals are shown below.
• Getting the transit programming up and running in compliance with 5307 FTA requirements (i.e.
paperwork)
• Cost efficient and cost effective program
• Maximize current revenue (federal and local)
• Funding partnerships
Task 3: Existing Transit Assessment
Deliverables:
• Transit Provider Profile
• Assessment of Existing Transit Services
The purpose of Task 3 is to analyze the existing transit agencies providing service in the region. Olsson
will provide an analysis of the current public transit providers within Hall County and Grand Island. We
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will review service days, service hours, peak service, and vehicle utilization. Olsson will obtain, organize,
and review available data and reports pertaining to the existing public transit providers. These data may
include:
• Historical ridership data
• Average ridership by time of day
• Itemized annual operating expenses
and revenue trends
• Budget projects
• Annual revenue hours and revenue
miles trends
• Farebox data
• Transit supervisor data pertaining to
ontime performance, if available
• Previous customer survey data
• Current schedules
• Organizational chart
• Average boarding data, identifying high
activity transit locations
• Previous quarterly reports to NDOR
• Public transit data included in the
City/County departments
• Transit maps
• Service area
• Fare structure
• Fleet data, including age, mileage,
replacement year, accessibility
• Maintenance arrangements
• Annual customer service data for
requests, complaints, etc.
• Facility data, including structures, age,
annual maintenance
• Reservation and scheduling procedures
• Daily or weekly call volume
• Marketing plan
• Existing communications equipment,
technologies in place, and future plans
Olsson will conduct ride-alongs and site visits on the transit buses and to the contractor agency offices,
as appropriate. We will interact with transit riders and staff for the services. Once these data are
collected for Hall County Public Transportation (Senior Citizens Industries, Inc.) and for the other transit
providers in Hall County, a profile for each agency will be developed to understand the level of public
transportation services are available to residents. We will use this information to develop strategies, if
applicable, for better coordination among the agencies.
Olsson will collect and review annual, quarterly or monthly operations reports for the previous three
years. We will also review existing policies, procedures, and performance standards currently in place
for all transit services. We will document current staffing for management and operations positions.
A peer review will be conducted for comparative review of communities of similar-size. Up to five peer
communities will be identified for review. Olsson shall determine how other communities are
addressing their transit needs. The review will include the types of transit service existing within the
community, transit governance structure, funding, community population, number/types of transit
providers, riders, and the community characteristics.
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Task 4: Market Assessment/Transit Demand
Deliverables:
• Transit Demand for the Region (Maps and Summary)
• Market Analysis and Community Profile (Maps and Summary)
• Technical Memo 1 – Existing Conditions, inclusive of Tasks 1 - 4
U.S. Census data, along with quantitative and qualitative data gathered in the preceding tasks, will be
used to determine the need for transit service in the Grand Island region. Data compiled will help
identify existing and future transit demand. Understanding the community dynamic and Census
statistics allows the team to assess future transit services for those areas indicating a high transit need.
It is important to establish with the community that transit demand is not the same as transit need.
Transit demand is defined as the number of passenger trips to be taken when a given level of passenger
transportation service is available. Gauging transit need is different than estimating demand for transit
services. Needs will always be greater than demand. A common methodology for quantifying need is the
Mobility Gap methodology.
To gauge the transit demand, one common best practice to be used in conjunction with peer analysis is
the national report, 2016 Estimating Ridership of Rural Demand-Response Transit Services for the
General Public.1 This report builds from a previous report, TCRP Report 161, which focused on program
and non-program transit trips.
In addition to the above methodology, Olsson will complete transit demand estimates using population
and existing transportation programs from peer agencies, using passenger trips per capita, which
typically relates to population density and land use patterns. Future service alternatives will be
developed based upon the transit demand and needs for the area. These may include demand response
service, similar to today, flex routes, express routes, fixed routes, coordination of existing services, etc.
The market analysis begins with collecting socio-economic, demographic, land use, and travel pattern
data for Grand Island region. We will analyze how these data relate or “match up” with the existing
public transit services. Olsson will identity major activity centers, street/roadway networks, and
community characteristics. Quantitative and qualitative data gathered will determine the need for
transit service in Hall County. A comparative review of community transit need vs. available transit
service will be conducted to determine the degree of unmet transit need. Developing transit service
alternatives aimed at addressing this unmet need will then be the focus for the next tasks of the study.
Data compiled within this task will identify existing and future transit demand, as well as provide
guidance on appropriate modes to meet that demand (such as demand response, flex routes, express
routes, fixed routes, increased coordination of existing services, etc.) within the study area.
1 http://www.nctr.usf.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/21177060-NCTR-NDSU08.pdf
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Task 5: Transit Alternatives
Deliverables:
• Transit alternatives for Grand Island and Hall County
The Olsson team, in coordination with the local project team, will develop realistic 5-year transit service
alternatives aimed at addressing specific goals and objectives relating to providing transit service and
meeting unmet transit needs within Hall County in the context of transit coverage versus transit
performance and transit convenience versus transit cost-effectiveness. This effort will build upon the
current and forecasted transit demand identified in the market analysis of Task 4.
Attention will be paid to identifying specific transit service types that best meet identified needs and will
include discussing coordination strategies that local transportation providers can participate in to
improve the overall transportation within the region. Non-traditional, innovated alternatives may also
be evaluated, which would include, among other modes, discussing taxi programs, route deviation,
rideshare programs, or real-time demand response for residents throughout the region.
Along with alternatives, the service cost of each transit type and service level will be developed. The
method of determining the costs will be documented. This will include the advantages and
disadvantages of each method of addressing unmet transit demand to provide the most cost-effective
transit service to fill the transportation gaps of residents accessing civic buildings, accessing major
employment areas, medical services and other areas.
Task 6: Operations Management
Deliverables:
• Operations Management Assessment
• Technical Memo 2 – Transit Alternatives, Tasks 5-6
Olsson will research the advantages and disadvantages of using a contractor for service verses operating
the service in-house. This section is important for the next step after the City’s current bridge contract
with Senior Citizens Industries, Inc. We will also provide a brief overview of recent nationwide research
projects discussing the best practices for transit management. We will document the most common
reasons for transit agencies to contract services and the primary reasons to retain services in-house.
Olsson will explore the multiple ways service can be contracted out and provide common guidelines for
contracting should the city maintain contractors in the future. In addition, Olsson will discuss
management options for the City of Grand Island, such as a regional transportation authority. An
authority in the state of Nebraska currently has limitations due to state statute; however, efforts are
underway to change the statute. Olsson will identify current efforts and how that may impact Grand
Island.
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Task 7: Preferred Transit Alternative
Deliverables:
• 5-Year Preferred Transit Alternative
• Technical Memo 3 – Preferred Alternative, Task 7
Olsson will evaluate the alternatives presented in Task 5 and develop the preferred transit alternatives
for the next 5 years. These preferred alternatives will be selected based on their ability to address the
community’s preferences related to transit coverage, performance, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
This task will result in an evaluated and prioritized list of recommended transit services, capital projects,
and coordination strategies in which transportation providers can participate to improve the overall
transportation within the region, as well as recommendations for new transit services in Hall County and
Grand Island.
Olsson will develop a sustainable budget that outlines the most desirable funding structure for the
transit service preferred alternative. This will include identifying potential funding sources and
describing how the funds will be used. The plan will offer recommendations for enhancing transit
services, aimed at addressing more immediate transportation needs within the county. The budget will
include a detailed operating and capital plan for implementing recommendations based on information
provided by the local project team on reasonable expectations for capital and operating revenues during
this time.
Any enhanced transit service in the preferred alternative will have cost estimations and suggested
funding partnerships. In addition, capital cost elements, including facilities and other infrastructure that
might be required, estimated fleet requirements, and any applicable technological systems, will be
determined.
The 5-year plan will describe the transit system in that timeframe and the costs to operate. The Olsson
team will identify processes and mechanisms necessary to move forward with the plan by developing an
Implementation Plan. This will include recommended prioritization of transit service elements and
sequencing of service initiation. Details related to operational characteristics, service types,
management, capital requirements, scheduling, funding, training, marketing, interagency agreements,
contracts, and monitoring will be included in the Implementation Plan.
Task 8: Draft/Final Report
Deliverables:
• Draft Final Report
• Final Report
The Olsson team will compile the three Technical Memoranda into a Draft Final Report, which will
include all graphics and narratives from the previous reports. This report will be written in non-technical
language so as to be understandable to a diverse audience. Digital versions of the draft report will be
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provided to the local project team, who will have the opportunity to review and comment on the draft
report. Comments received will be incorporated into the final report.
The final report will clearly state existing transit service, transit demand, transit alternatives, and the
preferred transit alternatives for the next five years. The final study will reflect all of the previous task
efforts and input during the study timeframe.
Project Management
Deliverables:
• Project Management Plan
• Monthly Status Reports
Olsson is prepared to manage this project through a process of open and frequent communication,
including progress reports and regularly scheduled conference calls. Corinne Donahue or Matt Rief will
be your primary contacts for this study.
The project Kickoff Meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 2017. To initiate the study, Olsson staff
will meet with the local project team to introduce the study, identify roles/responsibilities,
goals/objectives, and listen to any local questions or challenges for the study. We will discuss data and
mapping needs and present a tentative plan for public engagement. Feedback from the Kickoff Meeting
will be incorporated into the Project Management Plan and the Public Involvement Plan, which will be
presented to the local project team for approval.
The Project Management Plan will identify members of both the study team and the consultant team,
and their roles in the project. A priority task will be to establish communication links and information
processes that are necessary for the success of the study. Project conference calls will be held via
conference call approximately every two weeks to discuss ongoing activities for the project. Olsson will
be responsible for hosting meetings and for preparation/distribution of meeting minutes.
Progress reports will be submitted monthly. These reports will include completed work to date for each
task and work expected to be performed in the next month. The report will also request any outstanding
data requests or questions that Olsson has for the local project team.
Specific presentations of the transit study at appropriate key milestones will be coordinated with the
local project team. These include presentation to:
• GIAMPO Technical Advisory Committee
• GIAMPO Policy Board
• Hall County Board of Supervisors
• City of Grand Island City Council
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The Public Involvement Plan will provide additional information on the three rounds of public input,
which will be conducted at major milestones during the study. Three rounds of public input will be
conducted at major milestones during the study. Focus groups represent a group of persons typically
with similar background or themes, such as major employers. The focus group meetings typically include
from 5 to 20 people during one meeting session. Stakeholders include specific persons or person within
the region to contact individually or in small numbers to discuss the study purpose and goals.
Stakeholders would include City/MPO staff directly involved with the study, the Technical Advisory
Committee (TAC), and other individuals to be identified with the local project team.
• 1st public meeting with Interested Parties and general public will occur before the upcoming focus
group meetings
o Discuss project scope, schedule, established vision/goals
o Notify representatives to attend focus groups
• Up to three rounds of focus groups and stakeholder interviews
o Round 1 – Discuss transit needs/demand for service and possible partnering opportunities
o Round 2 – Input on transit alternatives
o Round 3 – Input on preferred alternative which is fiscally constrained
• 2nd public meeting with Interested Parties and general public will be scheduled separately from
Round 3 of public engagement
o Input on Final Draft Report
Olsson will meet with up to 10 focus groups and stakeholders during the three rounds of public
engagement. The meeting dates and times will be determined closer to the dates and near the key
milestones. The proposed schedule is shown on the following page. This schedule and timeframe for the
study will be adjusted as needed by the local project team.
Olsson will provide electronic copies of all reports/presentations, spreadsheets, databases, and any
other relevant electronic materials. These will be in a format suitable (i.e. PDF, Microsoft Word, GIS) for
archiving by the City of Grand Island.
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Schedule
Tasks
Project Management
Task 1: Public Involvement
Task 2: Transit Vision, Goals, Objectives
Task 3: Existing Transit Assessment
Task 4: Market Assessment / Transit Demand
Task 5: Transit Alternatives
Task 6: Operations Management
Task 7: Preferred Transit Alternative
Task 8: Draft/Final Report
Public Outreach and Public Meetings
Project Kickoff Meeting
Local Project Team
Stakeholder Interviews
Focus Groups
Public Open House
Surveys
Deliverables
Progress updates
Project Management Plan
Public Involvement Plan
Technical Memo 1 - Existing Conditions
Tech Memo 2 - Transit Alternatives
Tech Memo 3 - Preferred Alternatives
Draft Report
Final Report
On-going
2017
Months
Sept Oct NovMarAprMayJuneJulyAug
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GIAMPO RESOLUTION NO. 2017-03
Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
A Resolution Approving the Consultant Selection for Regional Transit Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study
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 Unified Planning Work Program for fiscal year 2017, covering the period of July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017, includes Federal Transit Administration 5305 and 5307 funds for performing a Transit Needs Analysis Study; and WHEREAS, on October 15, 2016 the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department for the City of Grand Island advertised for professional engineering services for Regional Transit Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study; and WHEREAS, on November 17, 2016 four (4) engineering firms submitted qualifications for such
services; and WHEREAS, based on the pre-approved selection criteria Olsson Associates of Lincoln, Nebraska
was selected as the top engineering firm; and WHEREAS, the consultant selection was presented to the Technical Advisory Committee of the MPO, which made a recommendation for approval, and now requires official approval from the Policy Board of the MPO; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Policy Board of the MPO approves the consultant selection for the Regional Transit Needs Assessment and Feasibility Study. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Policy Board of the MPO requests that the City of Grand Island execute the appropriate contractual arrangements with the consultant on behalf of the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Certification:
The foregoing resolution was approved by the Grand Island Area Metropolitan Planning
Organization Policy Board at its regularly scheduled meeting on February 28, 2017.
By: Attest:
______________________________
______________________________ Jeremy Jensen, Mayor / Chairman John Collins, Public Works Director
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Regular Session
Item E5
MPO Financial Update
Staff Contact: Allan Zafft, MPO Program Manager
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Financial Update
Unified Planning Work Program
State Fiscal Year 2017 – Second Quarter (October 1, 2016 to December 31, 2016)
Category Total Budget
2nd Quarter
Expenditure
Total
Expenditure
Total Percent
Expenditure
Unified Planning Work Program 10,411$ 1,019$ 1,239$ 12%
Transportation Improvement Program 10,860$ 907$ 2,889$ 27%
Public Participation Plan 13,594$ 3,393$ 5,443$ 40%
Short Range Studies 7,107$ 2,753$ 3,551$ 50%
Long Range Transportation Plan 9,208$ 3,080$ 4,952$ 54%
- Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan (Outside Services)56,988$ -$ -$ 0%
Transit Planning 34,844$ 8,695$ 18,999$ 55%
- Transit Needs Study (Outside Services) 150,000$ -$ -$ 0%
Administration 33,913$ 5,019$ 12,515$ 37%
Total 326,926$ 24,865$ 49,588$ 15%
Work Completed for Second Quarter
Approved Amendment No. 1 for Long Range Transportation Plan
Approved Amendment No. 2 for FY 2016-2020 Transportation Improvement Program
Approved GIAMPO’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
Prepared and held Transportation Advisory Committee meetings in October and November and Policy Board meeting in November
Made an Administrative Modification to the Unified Planning Work Program
Prepared Amendment No. 1 for the Public Participation Plan
Participated and attended transportation planning-related meetings and training
Advertised a Request for Proposals for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and submitted a consultant selection to NDOR
Advertised a Request for Qualifications for a Regional Transit Needs and Feasibility Study and selected a consultant
Resubmitted an FTA 5307 grant application for transit operations in the Grand Island Urbanized Area
Resubmitted a draft Transit DBE Program and Goal document for the City of Grand Island
Submitted quarterly TrAMS reports to Federal Transit Administration
Continued updates and enhancements to the GIAMPO website
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GIAMPO – Policy Board
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Regular Session
Item E6
Other Business
Staff Contact: Mayor Jeremy Jensen
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