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1 Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments FAX Case Plaza Suite 232 One 2nd Street North Fargo, North Dakota Web site: TO: Members of the Transportation Technical Committee and Interested Persons FROM: Wade E. Kline, Executive Director SUBJECT: Thursday, October 10, 2013 TTC Meeting Agenda DATE: October 4, 2013 The 431 st Meeting of the Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments Transportation Technical Committee will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in the Metro COG Office Conference Room, Fargo, North Dakota. If you have questions, please call Wade Kline at (Ext. 32). AGENDA 1. Call to Order and Introductions 2. Consider September 12, 2013 TTC Meeting Minutes (Attachment 1) 3. Consider 3 rd Quarter Progress and Financial Report Wade Kline (Attachment 2) 4. Discuss Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Schedule Wade Kline (Attachment 3) 5. Consider Final Flashing Yellow Arrow (FYA) Technical Memorandum Dan Farnsworth (Attachment 4) 6. Update on Progress for Fall 2013 Data Collection Mikel Kunza and Dan Farnsworth 7. Consider Metro 2040 Public Input Summary Adam Altenburg (Attachment 5) 8. Other Business and Citizen Comments. 9. Adjourn Regular TTC Meeting ** 5 minute break ** Reconvene as Metro 2040 Study Review Committee 1. Review and Discuss 2020 / 2040 Travel Demand Model 2. Discuss Project Evaluation Criteria / Methodology (Attachment 6) 3. Discuss Alternative Development Process / Methodology 4. Discuss Next Steps / Calendar of Events for Metro 2040 (November January) Note: Full agenda packet is available on the Metro COG Web Site: Go to fmmetrocog.org and click on Committees Metro COG is committed to ensuring all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability/handicap, sexual orientation, or income status have access to Metro COG s programs and services. Meeting facilities will be accessible to mobility impaired individuals. Metro COG will make a good faith effort to accommodate requests for translation services for meeting proceedings and related materials. Please contact Joan Geyer, Metro COG Executive Secretary at at least five days in advance of the meeting if any special accommodations are required for any member of the public to be able to participate in the meeting. A PANNING ORGANIZATION SERVING FARGO, WEST FARGO, CASS COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA AND MOORHEAD, DIWORTH, CAY COUNTY, MINNESOTA

2 Attachment th Meeting of the FM Metro COG Transportation Technical Committee Thursday, September 12, :00 a.m. Metro COG Conference Room (Amended after October 10, 2013 TTC meeting additional comments by Mr. Michael Johnson, NDDOT on item #6.) Members Present: Wade Kline, Chairman, FM Metro COG Michael Johnson, NDDOT, ocal Government, Bismarck Bridget Miller, Mn/DOT, District IV, Detroit akes (via telephone) Jason Benson, Cass County Engineer Joe Nigg (for Jim Gilmour, Fargo City Planning Director) Stan Thurlow, Dilworth City Planner Tim Solberg (for arry Weil, West Fargo City Planner) Julie Bommelman, Fargo Transit Director Jeremy Gorden, Fargo Engineering Tom Trowbridge (for Bob Zimmerman, Moorhead City Engineer) ori VanBeek, Moorhead Transit Manager Members Absent: David Overbo, Clay County Engineer Barry Johnson, West Fargo Public Works Director Kristie eshovsky, Moorhead City Planner Tim Magnusson, Clay County Planner Others Present: Hali Durand, Cass County Planner Daryl Masten, City of Fargo GIS Manager Dan Farnsworth, Metro COG Mikel Kunza, Metro COG Adam Altenburg, Metro COG Intern Joan Geyer, Metro COG 1. CA TO ORDER AND INTRODUCTIONS The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Chairman Kline. He noted a quorum was present, and introductions were made. 2. APPROVE August 8, 2013 TTC MEETING MINUTES (Attachment 1) Chairman Kline asked if there were any questions or changes on the August 8, 2013 TTC Meeting Minutes. MOTION, passed Mr. Thurlow moved, seconded by Ms. Bommelman to approve the August 8, 2013 TTC minutes. Motion carried unanimously. 3. Consider Amendment to the North Dakota Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (Attachment 2) Chairman Kline said the Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments (Metro COG) was holding a public meeting as part of this TTC meeting on September 12, 2013 with the intent to 430 th Meeting of the FM Metro COG Transportation Technical Committee page 1 Thursday, September 12, 2013

3 consider the following proposed amendments that would apply to the current North Dakota TIP. Fargo Transit: 1. Fargo Transit 2013 TIP Project No for Transit PT Reservationist Position. Project changes from a candidate project to a programmed project. Total project cost increases to $50,000 ($25,000 in FTA 5316 Funds, and $25,000 in ocal Funds.) Project funding source changes from FTA 5310 to FTA Fargo Transit 2013 TIP Project No for Replacement of MAT Paratransit vehicles (Unit # s 1170, 1171 and 1172). The project status changes from candidate to programmed and the Federal funding source changes from FTA 5310 to FTA The total project cost increases to $205,750 ($164,600 FTA 5316 Funds and $41,150 ocal Funds). 3. Fargo Transit 2013 TIP Project No for Transit Mobility Management and Public Information (tied to Moorhead Transit Project #513040). The project status changes from candidate to programmed. Total Project cost increases to $112,500 ($23,298 FTA 5317 Funds, $66,702 FTA 5316 Funds and $22,500 ocal Funds). Chairman Kline said the public was notified of the proposed TIP amendments as per the adopted Public Participation Plan (PPP) and public comments would be accepted by Metro COG until 12:00 noon September 17, He said with TTC recommendation the amendment would be considered for approval by the Policy Board at their September 19, 2013 Meeting. He noted the updated TIP Tables that reflected this amendment were included as Attachment 2a in TTC packets. a. Open Public Meeting on proposed ND TIP Amendments MOTION, passed: Mr. Gorden moved, seconded by Mr. Trowbridge to Open the Public Meeting on the proposed ND TIP Amendments. Motion carried unanimously. Chairman Kline asked if there were any comments from the public. No comments were received at the meeting. b. Review written comments received Chairman Kline said no written comments were received. c. Close Public Meeting on the proposed ND TIP Amendment. MOTION, passed Ms. Bommelman moved, seconded by Ms. VanBeek to close the Public Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION, passed: Ms. Bommelman moved, seconded by Ms. VanBeek to recommend Policy Board approval of the amendment to the North Dakota TIP for consideration at the September 19, 2013 Policy Board meeting. Motion carried unanimously. 430 th Meeting of the FM Metro COG Transportation Technical Committee page 2 Thursday, September 12, 2013

4 4. Consider Administrative Modification to the Minnesota Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (Attachment 3) Chairman Kline said the Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments (Metro COG) had identified the following changes in the MN TIP, which fall under the TIP definition of an Administrative Modification. He said these changes would be made to both the current MN TIP and the MN TIP which was currently pending Federal approval. He said the TIP administrative modifications were: Moorhead Transit: 1. Moorhead Transit 2014 TIP Project No is split into two projects, with the new TIP project number as TIP Project No changes description to say Replacement of one 2009 Class 400 Paratransit Vehicle (Unit #1203) and Bus Related Equipment. Total project cost reduces to $70,000 ($59,000 in FTA 5307 and $10,500 in ocal Funds.) State project number remains TRF E. 2. Add Moorhead Transit 2014 TIP Project No for the Replacement of one 2009 Class 400 Paratransit Vehicle (Unit #1202) and Bus Related Equipment. Total project cost is $70,000 ($56,000 STP Funds and $14,000 ocal Funds.) State project number is TRS Move Moorhead Transit TIP Project No for Bus Related Equipment from 2013 to The state project number changes from TRF F to TRF G. Total project cost remains at $50,000 ($40,000 FTA 5307 Funds and $10,000 ocal Funds.) Mr. Kline explained that a public input meeting and comment period was not required for an administrative modification. He noted the updated TIP Tables for 2013 Moorhead Transit that reflected this amendment on Attachment 3a in TTC packets. MOTION, passed Ms. VanBeek moved, seconded by Ms. Bommelman to recommend Policy Board approval of the administrative modification to both the Minnesota TIP and the Pending Minnesota TIP for consideration at the September 19, 2013 Policy Board meeting. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Consider Final North Dakota Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (Attachment 4) Chairman Kline said the Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments (Metro COG) was holding a public meeting as part of this Transportation Technical Committee (TTC) meeting on September 12, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. with the intent to consider the Final North Dakota Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) of the Metropolitan Area (Attachment 4a in TTC packets). He noted the full hard copy of the Final ND TIP was provided only in TTC Member packets; and the full version was available in the on Metro COG s website under the TTC Committee packet available at Chairman Kline said the public was notified of the proposed TIP as per the adopted Public Participation Plan (PPP). He said public comments would be accepted by Metro COG until 12:00 noon September 17, He said pending TTC s recommendation, the Final North Dakota TIP for the Metropolitan area would be forwarded to the Metro COG Policy Board for 430 th Meeting of the FM Metro COG Transportation Technical Committee page 3 Thursday, September 12, 2013

5 consideration on September 19, a. Open Public Meeting on the proposed Final ND TIP MOTION, passed: Mr. Trowbridge moved, seconded by Mr. Thurlow to Open the Public Meeting on the proposed final ND TIP. Motion carried unanimously. Chairman Kline asked if there were any comments from the public. No comments were received at the meeting. b. Review written comments received Chairman Kline said no written comments were received but would be accepted until noon on September 17, c. Close Public Meeting on the proposed Final North Dakota Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). MOTION, passed: Mr. Gorden moved, seconded by Mr. Benson to close the Public Meeting. Motion carried unanimously. MOTION, passed: Mr. Gorden moved, seconded by Mr. Benson to recommend Policy Board approval (at their September 19, 2013 Meeting) of the Final North Dakota Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the Metropolitan Area as shown in Attachment 4a. Motion carried unanimously. 6. Consider Contract with the City of Fargo for Consolidated Planning Grant (CPG) Fund Participation in the 2014 Aerial Photography Project (Attachment 5) Chairman Kline said as had been the case for several years, Metro COG financially participated in the Metropolitan Aerial Photography Project which is coordinated by the City of Fargo. He said Metro COG had historically passed through its CPG funding to the City of Fargo for integration into the overall project; and Fargo coordinated overall funding of the project with other local units of government. He said it was anticipated that the CPG participation would be about 37% of the overall project cost. Chairman Kline said the contract between the City of Fargo and Metro COG regarding the CPG participation in the 2014 Aerial Photography Project was included in TTC packets as Attachment 5a. Chairman Kline noted historically the City of Fargo has taken a lead on this project. He said one thing that needed some discussion was the fact that there was some concern from the NDDOT about the concept of passing these funds through to the City of Fargo. He explained that Metro COG used to pass through CPG funds to all Metro COG s local units of government. He said with Title VI there was a little concern, so he wished to walk through a number of things at this meeting which were discussed with the City of Fargo. He explained the RFP process was Federal aid 430 th Meeting of the FM Metro COG Transportation Technical Committee page 4 Thursday, September 12, 2013

6 applicable and in the past Metro COG always used the standard RFP that had all the necessary clauses. He said the issue regarding qualification-based criteria was something that Metro COG was clear on. He said Metro COG was clear on the criteria used for interviews - Metro COG keeps copies of the proposals, keeps the scoring sheets, have to interview at least three firms, the contract has the correct clauses and language, etc. Chairman Kline said if Metro COG was audited by NDDOT regarding Title VI, then Metro COG would have to audit Federal Aid Projects in Fargo FY He said he would have to audit Fargo s Federal Aid program for FY2014. And that, he said, was a concern for NDDOT. Mr. Johnson said that was a NDDOT concern because they had not had to do that yet, and the audit process was even pretty new to them. He said they did audit Metro COG a few years ago, and they had to do a random sampling every year (at least 10% or 1-whatever was larger) of sub-recipients. He said right now not everybody was a sub-recipient (this year they had 11). He said eventually everyone was supposed to get to the point where they are all sub-recipients so the DOT would have all 12 cities, 53 counties, all the transit providers, etc. so the risk for selection would go down, but right now the MPO would always be on the list every year because they get Federal aid. Therefore, he said, no matter what those three MPO s would be on that list subject to that random generator. He said last year they had 7, and this year 11 so one MPO s been picked both times. He said the NDDOT just was not sure, because they had not gone through it yet, if the NDDOT had to audit a sub recipient, who then had to audit a sub recipient (they were not sure how that process was going to go). He said he didn t believe the NDDOT Civil Rights Division had even had to do that before so he didn t know what kind of requirements or issues they were going to have with it. He said those were the concerns that he had. Chairman Kline said this would be an example; he said say Metro COG contracts with the City of Fargo, and we pass through $200,000 in CPG funds for the aerial project. Then say about this time 2015 Metro COG gets a letter from the State which says Metro COG was picked for a Title VI audit on your 2014 program. Then, he said, he would be required to audit Fargo s federal aid program which would account for essentially three projects (TAP Project on 12 th Avenue, 25 th Street Project, and the citywide HSIP project). Chairman Kline said his preference is still to pass the funds through and let the City of Fargo manage the project, and if Metro COG gets audited then Metro COG would do it. Mr. Masten said the City of Fargo was not worried about getting audited. Chairman Kline said the Aerial Photography Project was currently included in the 2014 element of the UPWP. He said while no CPG funds were anticipated to be encumbered in 2013, the City of Fargo was likely to release a Request for Proposals/Qualifications (RFP/Q) prior to 1/1/14. Therefore, he said, he would kindly request that the project itself (with no CPG dollars moved) be amended into the 2013 element of Metro COG s Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). MOTION, passed: Mr. Solberg moved, seconded by Mr. Thurlow to recommend Policy Board approval of the contract with the City of Fargo for $200,000 in CPG funds to support a portion of the th Meeting of the FM Metro COG Transportation Technical Committee page 5 Thursday, September 12, 2013

7 Metropolitan Aerial Photography Project; and to also amend the UPWP to include the Aerial Photography Project in the 2013 element. Motion carried unanimously. 7. Update on Approved Urbanized Area Boundary (UAB) and Metropolitan Planning Area Boundary (Attachment 6) Chairman Kline said In October 2012, the Metro COG Policy Board approved the Adjusted Urban Area (UZA) Boundary for the FM Metropolitan area based on the 2010 Census (see Attachment 6a). He noted In tandem with the Adjusted UZA, the Policy Board approved an update to the Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA) Boundary in November 2013 which would serve as the study area for the ong Range Transportation Plan (Attachment 6b). Chairman Kline said both maps were notified and approved by NDDOT, MnDOT and FHWA in August. He said looking forward, Metro COG would look at the implementation strategy for the new MPA. He said tis would be included in UPWP discussions which would begin in October. 8. Update on Development of Fall 2013 Metro COG Data Collection Effort (Attachment 7) Mr. Farnsworth said on August 21, Metro COG solicited traffic count requests to area jurisdictions for counts desired for the Fall of He said jurisdictions included City of West Fargo, City of Fargo, City of Moorhead, City of Dilworth, Cass County, and Clay County. He said requests were due to Metro COG by August 30 th. Mr. Farnsworth said count requests were received by two agencies City of Fargo and City of Moorhead. In total, he said, Metro COG would be gathering count data at 36 locations within the pre-determined count window (September 24 October 17). He said the counts included those collected for the anticipated 10 th St / 7 th Ave N (Fargo) Corridor Study. Mr. Farnsworth said Metro COG s next solicitation for count requests would occur on March 5 th, 2014 and would be soliciting for counts which would occur in the Spring of He noted that if a large number of count requests (more than 15 locations) are received from any single agency, Metro COG may not have the ability to honor all the counts requested by that agency. Mr. Farnsworth said Metro COG was on track to begin counting bicycles and pedestrians the week of September as part of their annual bicycle and pedestrian count program. He said as approved in February s TTC meeting, Metro COG would count 23 locations around the metro area. He noted the counts would occur between 3 pm 7 pm and would be collected on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. He said since almost half of the 23 counts would require manual counts, Metro COG was still seeking volunteers to assist with these manual counts. Mr. Farnsworth said Metro COG had determined precise locations for the installation of their permanent infrared trail counters. He said Metro COG met with applicable jurisdictions to get permission to install the counters on their property and discuss maintenance and installation details. He said all applicable agencies had supported the use of these counters, so Metro COG would proceed with purchasing the necessary materials. He said local agencies had agreed to assist with the installation of the counters after Metro COG purchases and assembles the necessary 430 th Meeting of the FM Metro COG Transportation Technical Committee page 6 Thursday, September 12, 2013

8 materials. He noted Metro COG hoped to have all 6 infrared trail counters installed between Fall 2013 and Spring Recap on Metro 2040 Futures Summit / Metro 2040 Progress Update Chairman Kline updated TTC on the Metro 2040 Futures Summits which were held September 10 th and 11 th, 2013 in Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo. 10. Other Business and Citizen Comments. No other business was brought forth. 11. Adjourn TTC Meeting The 430 th Regular Meeting of the TTC was adjourned on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. Respectfully Submitted, Joan M. Geyer, Executive Secretary 430 th Meeting of the FM Metro COG Transportation Technical Committee page 7 Thursday, September 12, 2013

9 Attachment 2 To: TTC From: Wade E. Kline, Metro COG Date: October 4, 2013 Re: 3 rd Quarter Report Please find attached the 3 rd Quarter 2013 Report for the period ending September 30, The report summarizes the budget activities of Metro COG January through September 30, 2013 by each major program area of the Unified Planning Work Program. At this point I have no major concerns regarding information include within the report. If you have information or questions regarding the information included herein, please don t hesitate to contact me directly. Suggested Action: Recommend Policy Board approval of the 3 rd Quarter 2013 Report for the period ending 9/30/2013.

10 Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments Progress Report for the Period: January 1, 2013 September 30, 2013 Pending Approved: October 17, 2013 Policy Board Meeting This Metro COG Progress Report provides a brief description and overview of the various planning activities completed by the Fargo- Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments (Metro COG) from January 1, 2013 September 30, 2013 in accordance with the approved Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). Planning activities completed during this period, and budget summaries are described according to specific work tasks on the following charts. For more information or if you have questions regarding the information presented, please contact Metro COG: Metro COG Phone: Case Plaza, Suite 232 Fax: One North Second Street Fargo, ND Web: metrocog@fmmetrocog.org

11 Budget Amount Billed % Billed 100 Public Input / Education & Committee Coordination 101 Public Input / Education $3,941 $2, % This program area allows Metro COG the resources to attend to miscellaneous outreach and public involvement activities throughout the community, as well as conduct non-project specific education and outreach efforts for both internal and external purposes. On January 25 th Metro COG attended the annual Clay County Intergovernmental Retreat which was held at M-State. On January 30 th, Metro COG staff conducted a brown bag to the Metro COG Policy Board to help inform new board members of Metro COG s roles, responsibilities and projects. In January 2013, Metro COG staff provided intersection data to the Forum regarding high traffic locations and intersections with high crash histories. Metro COG staff ed data, spoke with staff on the phone and conducted an in person interview with a Forum reporter. On February 20 th Metro COG presented at the Fargo Planning Commission brown bag luncheon. Metro COG s presentation covered the 2012 Demographic Forecast Study for the Metropolitan Area and also provided a brief update on a few ongoing Metro COG work program efforts. On February 21 st, Metro COG in collaboration with the City of Fargo Planning Department, Fargo Park District and Fargo School District presented to a NDSU Urban Design Class. In May Metro COG hosted a Policy Board Brown Bag to present the final draft of the ITS Deployment Strategy. 102 Metro COG Newsletter $4,142 $1, % Metro COG publishes the Metro Connection three (3) to four (4) times annually. Metro Connection is set directly to Metro COG s list of interested persons. Metro COG published the year s first Metro Connection in March. The newsletter contained the following articles: A summary of Metro COG s process & work, Bicycle & Pedestrian Count Program, Moorhead River Corridor Study, Food Systems 1 P a g e

12 Study (including a public participation notice), CSAH 18, SE Main Ave, and development of the Flashing Yellow Arrow Technical Memorandum. The second edition of the Metro Connection for 2013 was sent out during the 2 nd Quarter to inform members of the public regarding the development, public comment and availability of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the FM area. The 3 rd edition of the Metro Connection was distributed in early August to inform the public of the ong Range Transportation Plan (RTP)/Metro 2040 Update and provide pertinent information regarding early milestone and public involvement opportunities. 103 Committee Coordination $53,665 $35, % The following standing Metro COG committee meetings have been held in 2013: 9 Policy Board meetings; 9 Transportation Technical Committee (TTC) meetings; 3 Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee meeting; 3 Traffic Operations Working Group meeting; and 5 MAT Coordinating Board Meetings. Information and materials for Metro COG committees are posted online at Website Development / Management $15,785 $9,157 58% Metro COG maintains a website to increase access to and exposure of Metro COG s ongoing planning program. supports the dissemination of information for public involvement opportunities which support Metro COG s transportation planning program. Metro COG s website is used as a warehouse of static elements of Metro COG s program, as well time sensitive event announcements, meetings notices, and committee packets (See #103). Metro COG keeps an active and up to date archive of materials on its website of past planning and programming materials developed by Metro COG. Through the 3d Quarter of 2013 Metro COG mailed 3,042 electronic agenda packets, posted three public notices and interfaces fmmetrocog.org with the Metro COG Facebook page, Metro COG makes periodic updates to its Facebook page regarding pertinent program information and other public notices. Metro COG built a sub site to support development of Metro 2040, which is accessible at 2 P a g e

13 This link directs users to a page on Metro COG main site which is a dynamic warehouse of information regarding development of Metro s Total Task Budget $77,533 $48, % 200 Data Development & Management 201 GIS Systems Mgmt / Mapping & Graphics $16,650 $4, % Metro COG manages a number of data sets to support its surface transportation planning program. Metro COG develops its data program in coordination with local units of government and each DOT. Metro COG updates its data sets annually, typically in conjunction with the development of the annual surveillance and monitoring report (see #204). Metro COG continues to work towards a more comprehensive and organized GIS system/database which would include the ability to access archived GIS data. The Metropolitan GIS Committee met in July to discuss the 2014 Metropolitan Aerial Photography Project. The project will be flown in 2014; however a number of elements of the project will be coordinated in 2013 prior to project development. Metro COG completed the update of the metropolitan land use map in June. 202 Census / ACS Updates Calibration / Env. Justice $4,850 $4, % Metro COG received final comments from NDDOT, MnDOT, and FHWA on the 2012 submittal of the adjusted Urbanized Area (UZA). Metro COG has submitted final maps to NDDOT for signature which will complete the update of the Adjusted UZA in addition to the Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA) boundary. Both the MPO and UZA have been approved by both MnDOT and NDDOT. More information these geographic boundaries and their applicability are available by contacting Metro COG. 203 Traffic Counts / Analysis $11,698 $12, % During the 1 st Quarter, Metro COG staff collected 12-hour turning movement count data at 42 nd Street and 44 th Avenue, 42 nd Street and 19 th Ave S, and 45 th Street and 44 th Avenue South intersections within the City of Fargo in order to conduct signal warrant analyses for the intersections. During the 2 nd Quarter, Metro COG staff conducted the following traffic counts/analysis: ADT Volume, Intersection Turning Movements, and Vehicle Classifications along SE Main 3 P a g e

14 Avenue from Oak Way to the south ramp intersection. These counts were completed as part of the SE Main Avenue Traffic Analysis for Metro COG s 2013 Work Program. ADT Volumes and vehicle classification along CSAH 18 in Clay County. The counts were completed as part of the CSAH turn lane analysis for Metro COG s 2013 Work Program. ADT Volumes on 25 th Street in Fargo to validate traffic growth from 2010 to 2013 to see how it falls in lines with future projections. This was done to support the traffic analysis and forecasts for the 25 th Street PCR. ADT Volumes and speeds for the intersection of 6 th Street and exington in Moorhead for a speed study requested by the City of Moorhead. Pedestrian video counts were conducted on Village Green Blvd. for the City of Moorhead. During the 3 rd Quarter, Metro COG staff conducted the following traffic counts/analysis: Bicycle & Pedestrian counts at 23 locations in the Metro Area as part of Metro COG s bike & pedestrian count program. o Metro COG also coordinated with the City of Fargo, City of Moorhead and the Fargo Park District regarding the deployment of five (5) permanent bike/pedestrian count stations. Vehicle speed/vehicle class counts for the City of Moorhead at the intersection 13 th St and 12 th Ave S. Counts at various intersections along NP Ave for the City of Fargo. 204 FM Metropolitan Profile $9,377 $5, % The final 2013 Metropolitan Profile was approved in August and is now available online at Metropolitan Freight Assessment Update $6,128 $3, % With the passage of MAP-21 a new emphasis is placed on freight planning, specifically on the National Highway System (NHS). Both MnDOT and NDDOT are in the early stages of developing updates to existing statewide freight plans. Metro COG s data sets for freight are at least as old as In response to MAP-21 and to ensure coordination with both MnDOT and NDDOT, Metro COG has envisioned the development of a metropolitan wide freight assessment. The assessment has not yet been fully scoped; however it is envisioned to involve primarily data collection and data set development regarding freight and freight 4 P a g e

15 related issues within the metropolitan area. Preliminary work has initiated regarding a review of existing freight generators, freight data sets, and development of freight stakeholder surveys. The degree to which this effort will dovetail with the development of Metro 2040 is not yet certain. Metro COG anticipates additional dialogue with both MnDOT and NDDOT in the near future. 200s Total Task Budget $48,703 $26, % 300 Travel Demand Modeling Development & Mtce 301 Travel Demand Model Maintenance $4,476 $ % Metro COG maintains a Master Agreement with the Advanced Traffic Analysis Center (ATAC) at NDSU for model development and maintenance. Metro COG met with new ATAC Director Brad Wentz in January to discuss travel modeling program specifics. During the 1 st quarter Metro COG worked with ATAC on Addendum #1 to the Master Agreement regarding development of the 2020/2040 models for support of the RTP update Model Development/Calibration $878 $5, % Throughout 2012 Metro COG worked closely with ATAC and local jurisdictions to finalize a 2010 model network. In November of 2012 the base 2010 network was reviewed and approved by the TTC and Policy Board. Transportation Analysis Zone (TAZ) base model demographic and socio-economic data tabulation was completed in the 1 st Quarter of 2013 (including TAZ boundaries) and the applicable data has been forwarded to ATAC for inclusion into model calibration processes. A calibrated model was completed along with a calibration report was approved by the Policy Board in July Metro COG in cooperation with ATAC is worked with AECOM on a model review and improvement project initiated by Mn/DOT. Mn/DOT had a statewide contract with AECOM to provide unique and targeted technical assistance to each MPO In MN to provide opportunities to improve current or future travel demand models. A final technical memorandum was submitted to Metro COG and ATAC. ATAC has made a handful of smaller changes to the 2010 calibrated model to reflect comments provided by AECOM. 5 P a g e

16 / 2040 Model Development $6,949 $5, % Metro COG completed allocation of the year 2020 and 2040 demographic/socio-economic data in collaboration with local jurisdictions. The GIS tables needed to complete allocation of this data was completed by Metro COG in the 1 st Quarter. The 2020 and 2040 allocations were input into the GIS tables during the 2 nd Quarter. Metro COG staff also worked to develop a spreadsheet inclusive of Programmed roadway network changes that were to occur between the 2010 base model and the year The changes/projects were supplied to ATAC for input into the 2020 and 2040 model network. The 2020/2040 socioeconomic data and the 2020 approved network were approved by the Policy Board in July s Total Task Budget $12,303 $11, % 400 Transportation Planning & Program Development, Implementation & Maintenance Amount % Billed Budget Billed 401 Metropolitan ong Range Plan Implementation & Maintenance. $3,311 $ % Metro COG annually budgets a limited number of staff resources to ensure the current (2009) RTP is kept up to date and pertinent as related to the annual development of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), pursuant to updated guidance and rules from state and Federal cognizant agencies, and reflective of pending or recently completed subarea or area wide planning studies. There was no activity on this item through the 3 rd quarter of RTP Update-Existing Conditions Report & Consistency Review $17,049 $12, % Metro COG completed development of the RTP/Metro 2040 Existing Conditions Report (ECR) in August. The ECR is a base conditions report regarding the metropolitan transportation system. 403 RTP Update Plan Development (Metro 2040) $56,305 $25, % Development of the RTP started in earnest during the 2 nd quarter of 2013, and is being done in cooperation with the SA, Associates. The first round of key person interviews, technical committee meeting(s), and other significant RTP mobilization took place during the first week of June. Metro COG staff began the development of the Performance Based Goals, Objectives and Targets during the 1 st 6 P a g e

17 Quarter. This task was completed in August. The first SRC meeting was held for the RTP Update in June. The meeting consisted of reviewing the RTP Scope and Schedule, Public Involvement Process, a Draft ECR, Draft Performance Measures/Goals/Objectives and Draft Revenue Forecasts. The consulting team, SA Associates and Metro COG staff met with each City and County jurisdiction before the first SRC meeting to discuss the transportation issues associated with each jurisdiction. The 2 nd SRC meeting was held in August to preview format and content of the September Transportation Summits. The Transportation Summits (early input meetings) were held in September. Three (3) separate Transportation Summits were held; over 80 stakeholders attended these meetings. As discussed earlier, a Metro 2040 newsletter was mailed in August; as well personalized invites to the Transportation Summits. A summary of the early input Transportation Summits is slated for release in early October. 405 UPWP Maintenance & Progress Reporting $10,003 $5, % Metro COG prepares quarterly financial and progress reports regarding the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). Quarterly reports are presented for approval of the TTC and Policy Board in April, July, October, and January of each year. In January Metro COG approved the 2012 Annual Report, which subsequently submitted to all cognizant agencies. In April, Metro COG approved the 2013 First Quarter Report. The Second Quarter Report will be taken to the Policy Board for approval in August Development of the UPWP will commence in early Metro COG anticipates meeting informally with the each DOT and local units of government during 4 th quarter to prepare for the UPWP development process. 407 Metro/State/Federal Policy Development $9,252 $14, % Metro COG budgets resources annually to participate in a range of coordination efforts and information exchanges involving interaction between Metro COG, other MPOs in Minnesota and North Dakota, MnDOT, NDDOT, and cognizant Federal agencies. Metro COG participated in several meetings between NDDOT and the ND eague of Cities during the 1 st Quarter of 2013 to discuss funding short falls in the Surface Transportation Program (STP)/Urban program; and potential funding changes pursuant to the enactment of the new transportation authorization Moving Ahead for Program in the 21 st Century (MAP-21). The Cities chose a new funding formula pursuant the 2010 Census and reflective of program shifts necessary to balance the statewide 7 P a g e

18 Urban program for the 13 cities over a 5,000 population in North Dakota. Metro COG anticipates an Urban Program briefing from NDDOT Management in September as part of the ND eague of Cities Conference. MnDOT Jurisdictional Realignment Team: Metro COG staff attended one meeting on March 25, 2013 to serve on MnDOT committee to review potential TH realignments throughout the state and particularly District 4. Clay County Hazard Mitigation Plan: Metro COG continues to serve as a committee member for the development of Clay County s Hazard Mitigation Plan. During the 1 st Quarter, Metro COG staff reviewed sections of the draft plan and attended one meeting. ND Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) Metro COG continues to serve as a committee member for the update of North Dakota s SHSP. Metro COG reviewed the draft document and participated in one webinar/phone conference during the 1 st Quarter of It is anticipated that the development of local road safety plans will be a follow up to the SHSP. MN MPO Directors Meetings Metro COG attended a meeting of the MN MPO directors in January of 2013; April 25 th, 2013; and the MN Summer Workshop in late August. MnDOT Programming Update Work Group Metro COG has participated in two (2) meetings of the ocal Program Technical Team which is supporting MnDOT s effort to adjust its Federal aid program to reflect MAP-21. Two (2) additional meetings are anticipated in 2013 (one of which Metro COG will miss). Metro COG has been working on a subcommittee dealing specifically with the Surface Transportation Program (STP). The results of this work group are being shared back with each Area Transportation Partnership (ATP); and are to be integrated into the TIP/STIP process. ND MPO Directors Meetings & NDDOT Statewide Coordination Metro COG worked in cooperation with NDDOT and the two other MPOs in North Dakota regarding the scheduling an MPO Directors meeting in early April. Metro COG attended the fall MPO Directors meeting in late September. In January Metro COG traveled to Bismarck to hold a coordination meeting with the two other MPOs in North Dakota and the three urban transit providers to discussion transit 8 P a g e

19 funding and programming issues in the State of North Dakota. Metro COG also assisted in the development of a statewide conference call regarding implementation of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funds in North Dakota in late March. Metro COG and the two other MPOs in North Dakota met with NDDOT management in early May to discuss issues regarding metropolitan planning and programming. This discussion was brought about based on discussion between the MPOs and NDDOT regarding potential opportunities to improve coordination and communication. The focus of the meeting was to improve coordination and communication between NDDOT and MPOs. NDDOT and MPOs developed a communications framework as a follow up to the May meeting; this framework will be provided back to NDDOT management later in Plan/Project Review affecting RTP/MPO Program $3,311 $3, % Review and Participation in ocal Government Actions Metro COG regularly reviews and provides pertinent comments on items being discussed and considered by local units of government as related to surface transportation. This includes a review and internal discussion regarding content of agendas and support materials of local government boards and commissions. - Metro COG submitted comments to the City of Fargo Planning Department in early January regarding a project with proposed access onto 52 nd Ave S and a project directly adjacent to the 45 th Street corridor. TH 75 & I-94 Interchange: MnDOT has programmed funds to reconstruct the TH 75 & I-94 Interchange for Metro COG s continues to serve as a technical review committee member until a design alternative is chosen for construction. Two meetings were held during the 1 st Quarter of During the 2 nd Quarter, Metro COG staff participated in one SRC meeting and reviewed documents for alternative analysis and final traffic volume projections. An additional SRC meeting occurred early in the 3 rd Quarter where the SRC eliminated some of the alternatives from further consideration. Additional work is pending for the 4 th quarter. 25 th Street PCR from 17 th Avenue to 23 rd Avenue South Metro COG staff has remained active on the SRC for the 25 th Street PCR until a final alternative is selected for construction. During the 2 nd Quarter in 2013, Metro COG worked with City, State, FHWA and consulting staff to update documents to respond to FHWA comments regarding future traffic volume projections. Metro COG staff attended a Public Informational meeting put on by the City of 9 P a g e

20 Fargo in April NDDOT has signed a decisions document on the PCR. 409 MAP-21 Compliance $5,876 $39.7% To date, Metro COG has worked with each DOT to begin to better understand changes to the Federal aid program based on MAP-21. Various programming related changes brought about by MAP-21 have been integrated into the TIP/STIP development. For broader program wide changes, FHWA and FTA have indicated that between the end of 2013 and throughout 2014 Notices of Proposed Rule Making (NPRMs) will be staggered covering MAP-21. Interpretation and implementation of MAP-21 rules are being factored in as Metro COG develops its RTP update, and prepares its UPWP. 410 Intelligent Transportation Systems Plan $2,549 $4, % A final draft ITS Deployment Strategy was submitted by Alliant in early March. Metro COG notified a public comment period on the Final draft during late April into early May. Based on comments provided by the City of Fargo, Metro COG is reworking the concept of operations, specifically related to the hybrid traffic operations center (TOC) and signal operations. These changes have brought about additional discussion between Moorhead and MnDOT on signal operations (see #601 for more details). Metro COG and ATAC will work over the 4 th quarter of 2013 and 1 st quarter of 2014 to update the Concept of Operations and prepare an updated ITS Architecture and Deployment Plan. 411 Contracted Planning Procurement, Management & Oversight $7,105 $4, % 2012 Demographic Forecast Study A final report was reviewed and approved by Metro COG s Policy Board on December 13 th, During the 1 st Quarter of 2013, Metro COG worked with the consultant to finalize the Executive Summary which accompanies the full report. RTP Consultant Component In January Metro COG s Policy Board approved a RFP to solicit proposals from consulting firms to assist with the development and completion of the RTP Update. Four proposals were received and interviews were held with all four firms in March SA Associates, Inc. was selected as the most qualified firm to complete the work as identified in the RFP. Metro COG staff worked with SA to develop a final scope of work, fee and contract that was approved by the Policy Board March 21, P a g e

21 Moorhead River Corridor Study Metro COG completed consultant procurement for the Phase II and III elements of the Moorhead River Corridor Study in June. Metro COG negotiated a contract with Hoisington Koegler Group Inc. to reflect cost participation guidelines developed in cooperation with NDDOT and FHWA. 400s Total Task Budget $114,759 $69, % 500 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2013 Budget Amount Billed 501 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) $14,106 $16, % Metro COG completed the MAP-21 compliant ND only TIP during the 1 st Quarter. The TIP was reviewed by Federal agencies and approved by Metro COG s Policy Board in March Metro COG approved a MN TIP in August (2012); and has been working under this document since. Metro COG attended three (3) meetings of the MnDOT District 4 Area Transportation Partnership (ATP) during the 1 st quarter of 2013; in early April the ATP did recommend a ATIP for District 4; again given the uniqueness of the TIP development cycle, the ATIP was approved in advance of and contingent upon Metro COG approval of the MN TIP. Metro COG approved the Final Minnesota TIP in July. Metro COG approved a Candidate Project TIP for North Dakota in July. A final draft TIP was approved in September. In October, Metro COG will initiate development of the TIP for both MnDOT and NDDOT. While project submittal timeframes are going to be slightly different, Metro COG envisions the development of a bi-state TIP again in s Total Task Budget $14,106 $16, % 600 Transportation Technical Assistance / Subarea Planning 601 Metropolitan Transportation Technical Assistance $5,230 $3, % 11 P a g e

22 CSAH 52 & TH 9 Alignment Discussion: On January 3 rd Metro COG participated in a meeting with the Clay County Highway Department, Mn/DOT and City of Barnesville representatives regarding a future reconstruction project on CSAH 52 and possible re-alignment considerations at the CSAH 52/TH 9 intersection. This reconstruction project will be initiated in 2014 by the County Highway Department. Clay County Access Management Policy: On December 27 th the Clay County Commission reviewed and approved the access management policy and associated ordinances as prepared by Metro COG. As part of this project, in the 1 st Quarter of 2013, Metro COG prepared a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document which is accessible via the Clay County Highway Department website. Clay County Highway Department Technical Assistance, 12 th Ave South/34 th St S Access Request: Following completion and adoption of the access management policy by Clay County an access request was submitted on 12 th Ave S (CSAH 16). Metro COG assisted Clay County in a review of this request based on the adopted access policy. Glyndon TH 10: Metro COG staff assisted with coordination between MnDOT and the City of Glyndon regarding the TH 10 corridor study that was completed through Glyndon in MnDOT would like to program the project for completion in The City of Glyndon is unsure of how they would provide a local match to fund the project. Metro COG attended City Council meeting during the 1 st and 2 nd Quarter and assisted with an update as to why the project is needed and with a programming plan of how the City could potentially fund their local share. During the 2 nd Quarter, Metro COG attended three meetings with the City of Glyndon and MnDOT staff to work towards a compromised project that would be acceptable to both the state and city. The City and State finally came to an agreement on a build alternative and associated funding splits; this project is tentatively programmed for ITS Plan / Traffic Ops Technical Assistance $6,776 $1, % Metro COG staff attended a meeting at Moorhead City Hall on January 25, 2013, to receive a Voyager Software vendor demonstration regarding how the software can improve traffic operations at the traffic signals in downtown Moorhead that are tied to railroad signal pre-emption. Metro COG coordinated a meeting with MnDOT and Moorhead to discuss a concept framework for signal staffing coordination. Metro COG developed a concept agreement for additional review by Moorhead and MnDOT in September. MnDOT is currently discussing the framework with management. 12 P a g e

23 Metro COG has schedule a discussion between Moorhead and MnDOT and Brown Traffic regarding deployment of centralized signal control software; this meeting is slated for 10/31/ Metropolitan Food Systems Plan $12,933 $14, % After several months of working on local food issues the Cass Clay Food Systems Initiative (CCFSI) approached the Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments (Metro COG) regarding the development of the Metropolitan Food Systems Plan. The CCFSI Steering Committee, with guidance from Metro COG, prepared a detailed scope of work to create a Food Systems Plan detailing existing conditions and a strategy to improve the local food system within the FM Metropolitan area. Pursuant to a scope of work approved by the Metro COG Policy Board in 2012 Metro COG initiated in earnest the development of the Metropolitan Food Systems Plan during the 1 st quarter of In March Metro COG prepared an existing conditions and issue report. In March Metro COG held eight (8) focus groups and one (1) public input meeting to support development of the plan. A final draft food systems plan was developed in late July and distributed to the Study Review Committee. A management briefing was held on the draft plan in mid-august to gather consensus on approval of the plan. The Plan was approved by the Clay County Board on 9/23/2013; and is pending action by the Fargo City Commission (as of 9/30/2013). 604 West Fargo/Fargo 12 th Avenue Project Concept Report $10,122 $5, % Metro COG procured a consultant team and held the 1 st SRC meeting during the 4 th Quarter of During the 1 st Quarter of 2013, staff worked with the technical team to develop future traffic volume projections that would best fit the corridors existing and predicted future growth patterns. The first existing conditions report for the study was distributed and reviewed during the 1 st Quarter. During the 2 nd Quarter, the SRC continue to work towards future daily traffic volumes that were acceptable to all parties. Metro COG also worked with the consultant on conference calls on the development of material for the 2 nd SRC and 1 st Public Input Meeting (PIM), which were held on April 23, After the 1 st PIM, the consultant team developed an Issues Memorandum. The issues identified were used during a Design Meeting on May 30, 2013 to lay out alternatives to consider for preliminary design layouts. A third SRC meeting was held in August to begin to review alternative development along the corridor. An additional SRC meeting will be scheduled in tandem with the next public input meeting on 11/5/ P a g e

24 605 Fargo Main Ave / TH 10 / TH75 / Center Ave & Proj Imp Coord $7,920 $10, % During the 1 st Quarter, the consultant team completed a draft study report and submitted to Metro COG for review and comments. The report was updated and submitted to the full SRC at the end of March A final SRC meeting and 3 rd and final Public Input Meeting are scheduled in April After final comments are received from the SRC and public, the report will go to the City of Fargo s PWPEC and City Commission for final approval. The final Main Avenue SRC and Public Input Meetings and comment Period occurred during April The study was presented to Fargo PWPEC and City Commission in May Upon completion of the final PIM; comments from technical members; members of the public; comments from City Planning Commissions, City Commissions and City Councils; the corridor study was finalized and distributed to SRC members and affected agencies at the end of the 2 nd Quarter. The MnDOT TH 10/TH 75 and Moorhead Center Avenue Corridor Studies were presented to the MnDOT District 4 Management Team in February After review by MnDOT management, it was determined that additional analysis of the right of way impacts/costs and rehabilitation roadway costs should be completed and added to the study. MnDOT and City of Moorhead staff also agreed that there needs to be a future study to review all possible alternatives to solve the high volume rail/train exposure rate for the at-grade crossing of the BNSF mainline with TH 10/TH 75. During the 2 nd Quarter, Metro COG has presented the Final Draft TH 10/TH 75/Center Avenue Corridor Studies to the Moorhead City Committee of the Whole, Dilworth Planning Commission and Dilworth City Council. Metro COG completed a detailed review of the draft study and once changes were made, the SRC and the Public were given a comment period to review the final draft document and provide comments. All comments have been collected. The final corridor study was completed and distributed early in the 3 rd Quarter. Metro COG, the City of Moorhead, and the consultant team also worked together to complete a Corridor Investment Management Strategies (CIMS) state grant to complete a portion of the proposed work in downtown Moorhead on TH 10 an TH 75. The project was recent awarded CIMS grant funds. This project was funded by MnDOT with approximately $3.4 million in CIMS funding. 14 P a g e

25 606 Moorhead Pavement Management System Dev. & Implementation $10, No activity on this project during the 1 st, 2 nd, and 3 rd quarters of Moorhead SE Main Proj. Memorandum Support $6,161 $8, % Metro COG staff developed a scope of work for the SE Main Avenue traffic operations analysis portion of the SE Main Avenue project memorandum. Metro COG staff led data collection efforts and completion of a traffic operations technical memorandum for the future pavement project on SE Main Avenue in During the 2 nd Quarter, Metro COG completed data collection and a draft SE Main traffic analysis in cooperation with KJ and the City of Moorhead. The SRC met 2 to 3 times during the 2 nd Quarter to review and comment on the draft technical analysis. Final changes have been made to the traffic analysis and will be distributed for use with the environmental document early in the 3 rd Quarter. The SE Main Ave Traffic Operations Study was finalized in the 3 rd quarter of Fargo NP / 1 st Ave One-Way Conversion Implementation $1,649 $ % Metro COG is assisting the City of Fargo as a technical advisor on this project. 609 Fargo 4 th Street Corridor Study $2, Metro COG is assisting the City of Fargo as a technical advisor on this project 611 Flashing Yellow Arrow Tech Memorandum $5,222 $3, % The Flashing Yellow Arrow (FYA) Technical Memorandum scope of work was developed by Metro COG and approved by the Policy Board in February. Initial work on the FYA Technical Memorandum was coordinated around the March meeting of the Traffic Operations Working Group (TOWG). Metro COG has developed a set of evaluation metrics for assessment specific FYA deployment locations in the FM Metropolitan area. Metro COG has prepared the first phase of the FYA Technical Memorandum exploring more detailed analysis of potential specific FYA deployment locations. This information was reviewed in coordination with the regular June meeting of the TOWG. Based on the June TOWG meeting Metro COG is now working on short list of intersections for deployment of FYA would be feasible. A final draft memorandum is expected with the September meeting of the TOWG. The final draft of the FYA technical memorandum was discussed at the September TOWG meeting. Comments were provided at the September meeting and the final FYA tech memo is anticipated to be brought to the Transportation Technical Committee (TTC) in October for approval. Once approved by the TTC, the memo will be brought to the Policy Board for approval. 15 P a g e

26 614 Clay County CSAH 18 Technical Assistance/Turn ane Analysis $4,312 $4, % At the request of Clay County Metro COG staff completed a scope of work to collect traffic data and conduct a traffic operations analysis at 5 key intersections along CSAH 18 to support a programmed pavement rehabilitation project along the corridor. The pavement rehabilitation project is scheduled for 2014 and In particular, Clay County requested that Metro COG complete a turn lane warrant analysis at each intersection to determine if additional turn lanes are needed prior to designing a pavement improvement project for the roadway. During the 2 nd Quarter, Metro COG staff completed the data analysis required to complete the CSAH 18 Turn ane Analysis. The draft analysis was sent to Clay County in early August. During the 3 nd Quarter, Metro COG finished the Turn ane Analysis Memorandum which was sent to Clay County for final review. No comments were received from Clay County. 616 University Drive Corridor Study $4,042 $77 1.9% Metro COG met with the City of Fargo and NDDOT Fargo District to review the remaining milestones for completion of the University Drive Corridor Study in late March. A schedule was set to reconsider the final recommendations for the Study by the City of Fargo. The City of Fargo has yet to move an action forward to the City Commission. Reconstruction of University Drive from 18 th Avenue through the I-94 North Ramps is included in the draft TIP/STIP. 600s Total Task Budget $77,190 $50, % 700 Bicycle, Pedestrian, & Transit Planning 2013 Amount % Billed Budget Billed 701 Transit Technical Assistance $11,190 $2, % Moorhead UPass Partnership Memorandum of Understanding (MOU): Metro COG participated in a series of meetings with MATBUS and Moorhead Colleges (Concordia, MSUM, MState) regarding the UPass program; specifically related to the budgetary process and UPass rate. Pursuant to direction provided by the Moorhead City Council, these meetings were intended to provide a process in which an appropriate budgeting strategy and possible rate adjustments for subsequent academic years could be determined; inclusive of policy level considerations related to process, service, fees/contributions, etc. Metro COG specifically assisted MATBUS with the coordination and development of materials for these meetings; and worked with project partners to collaboratively develop a draft Memorandum of 16 P a g e

27 Understanding (MOU). This draft MOU was reviewed by the MAT Coordinating Board in February and was forwarded to the City of Moorhead and each Moorhead College for review/consideration during 2 nd Quarter. The draft MOU was reviewed and approved for signature by the Moorhead City Council at their March 11 th, 2013 meeting. None of the Moorhead Colleges have yet to approve/sign the MOU. 702 MATBUS / Sanford Campus Transit Access Study (Sub Area Transit Planning) $12,871 $6, % Pursuant to Metro COG s work program, a draft scope of work was prepared for this task in the 1 st Quarter. The scope of work was reviewed by the MAT Coordinating Board at their March meeting. Metro COG has met with MATBUS and key stakeholder groups to develop preliminary route concepts for each study area. Metro COG has met with the City of Dilworth, City of Moorhead, and First Transit and are preparing for two (2) input meetings to more clearly define route alternatives in Dilworth. Metro COG is also coordinating with these entities to discuss how future transit service to Dilworth (2014) will be coordinated with additional service to the 34 th Street Corridor/28 th Street Area of Moorhead (2015). Moorhead hopes to initiate the new Dilworth service by 3/31/2014. Metro COG has developed a baseline set of options for new route additions in southwest and southeast Fargo; specifically related to the Sanford Campus area. No additional work has been completed on this item in the 3 rd quarter. 703 Metro Transit Garage (MTG) Expansion Analysis $8,213 $2, % Metro COG developed a draft scope of work for this project and it was presented to the MAT Board at their March meeting. 704 Bike & Pedestrian Technical Assistance $6,108 $7, % A bicycle and pedestrian count program was approved by Policy Board in February. Implementation is slated for early September. This program will be supported by the recently acquired count equipment purchased by Metro COG. This will be an ongoing annual data collection program which replaces the program ceased by Metro COG in Related #709 Metro COG will prepare a brief summary of existing bicycle and pedestrian education programs in the FM Metropolitan area. A survey was created to establish support for a metro wide bicycle and pedestrian safety and education campaign. This data will be summarized and brought to the Bicycle and Pedestrian committee in October. This information will be useful to providing programmatic and budgetary recommendations regarding a more formalized and streamlined educational program locally. 17 P a g e

28 During the 2 nd quarter, Metro COG took an inventory of the FM Bikeways Maps which were distributed in May of With low inventories throughout the metro area, Metro COG updated and revised the map files and printed an additional 12,500 maps to supply the metro into During the 3 rd quarter, Metro COG created a website to provided cyclists in the Metro Area with bikeway information, bicycle safety and more. This website can be found at Metro Bikeway Gap / CIP Analysis (tbd) / 1 annually $3,952 $22.5% No activity on the project in the 1 st quarter. 706 Metro Bikeway Signage Impl. Plan $2,487 $ % During the 3 rd quarter, Metro COG created a method for creating the Bikeways Signage Implementation Plan. This method was approved by the TTC and a subcommittee has been formed to help provide input as Metro COG creates the Signage Implementation Plan. 707 Oakgrove / Memorial Bike / Ped Bridge Prog / Coord Asst $ Coordination between the City of Fargo and the City of Moorhead will coincide with the TIP/STIP Cycle. MnDOT will have additional Federal Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) funding available for FY 16, 17, and 18; this will be Moorhead s next best shot to get Federal funds to assist in replacing this structure. 708 Moorhead River Corridor Study $18,210 $13, % As a result of the floods of 2009, 2010, and 2011, the City of Moorhead (herein after City) initiated a number of interrelated flood mitigation actions. One of the most visible actions is the proactive acquisition of flood-prone properties adjacent to the river. Through that effort, a large portion of private property along the Red River has been transferred to public ownership. The priority use for this property is flood risk reduction. From the time acquisitions were initiated, the City has continued to field a number of questions and concerns relating to the future for these areas. Recognizing that a number of these issues and concerns needed additional analysis and discussion, the City requested that a planning level study be included within Metro COG s work program to study the issues, needs, and opportunities along the River Corridor in Moorhead. Metro COG has developed an existing conditions report, held one (1) public input meeting, meet with the Citizens Advisory Committee (twice), and held staff technical coordination meetings regarding development of River Corridor Study. Metro COG presented the Phase I Needs and Issues Report to the Moorhead City Council on 4/15/2013. The report documents existing conditions, summarizes public 18 P a g e

29 input, outlined limitations along the River Corridor, and presented a range of needs and opportunities as identified by the public, residents, and City staff. The study has shifted into Phase II. Two (2) Technical Advisory Group (TAG) have been held. The next round of public involvement (River Corridor Summit) is scheduled for the last week of October. This will include stakeholder meetings, advisory committee meetings, a site visit of six (6) locations along the corridor, a public input meeting, and the third TAG meeting. The set of public review materials will be available for public comment the 3 rd week of October. 709 Metropolitan Bike Summit $1,916 $3, % The first Bike Summit meeting was held with a subcommittee in March Initial plans for the Bike Summit were discussed at the meeting. The group decided that they need to focus their efforts to be included as part of the Streets Alive event. However, the group should focus on alternative ways to continue to educate both bicyclists and motor vehicle drivers in regards to how the two modes should safely operate together within the roadway. During the 2 nd Quarter, Metro COG staff met with the Bike Summit subcommittee several time to develop a platform and plan for the 2013 Bike Summit. The Bike Summit was planned in cooperation with two Streets Alive events to increase attendance and decrease on Bike Summit advertising costs. The subcommittee decided to show a bicycle/vehicle interaction safety video and to allow those that watch the video to register for gift cards and to win a free bike. Both of the 2013 Bike Summits occurred during the 3 rd quarter of The Bike Summits were part of the Fargo-Moorhead Streets Alive events. 92 individuals watched the bicycle safety video/filled out the registration form at the July 14 th Summit while 37 watched the video at the August 25 th Summit. 700s Total Task Budget $65,536 $37, % 800 Administration / Internal Management 801 General Administration $56,501 $48, % Time billed to 801 is primarily that of the Executive Director and Executive Secretary. These activities generally included the following: Oversight and management related to the day-to-day operations of Metro COG regarding personnel management, human resources (personnel reviews, employee benefits 19 P a g e

30 program, flexible spending accounts/health savings accounts, etc.), budgeting and financial related issues. Specific actions/activities are as follows: Reconciliation of 2012 indirect costs and development of new NDDOT approved indirect rate for 2013; completed the CY 2012 Audit; completion of the CY 2012 Financial Statements; twice monthly meetings with contract accountant regarding financial management issues; recruitment efforts regarding the Planning/GIS position and Senior Transportation Planner position. 802 Employee Development / Training $10,396 $4, % The following classes were attended by Dan Farnsworth in Quarter 1: Systematic Approach to Safety Management, Pavement Preservation. Peggy Harter, Senior Transportation Planner, attended the following trainings: January 24, 2013 Transportation Asset Management; January 28, A Systematic Approach to Safety; March 20, 2013 ND Traffic Operations Roundtable. The following classes were attended by Dan Farnsworth in the 2 nd quarter: May Cube Software Training; June 4 Complete Streets Course. The following class was attended by Dan Farnsworth in the 3 rd quarter: Bikeable Communities Workshop, July 18 th, Moorhead. 803 Information Technology (IT) Maintenance / Management $12,600 $10, % Hours billed to 803 relate to day-to-day and ongoing maintenance of Metro COG s information technology assets. These hours are almost exclusively billed by the Planner who is responsible for Metro COG Information Technology/Information Systems management. 804 Intern abor $5,500 $5, % Metro COG periodically employs interns. Intern hours not directly attributable to specific projects are billed to s Total Task Budget $84,996 $69, % 20 P a g e

31 900 Overhead & Capital Expenditures 2013 Budget Amount Billed % Billed 900 Overhead & Capital Expenditures (federal eligible) 900a Travel / Registration $11,000 $5, b Miscellaneous $ c Dues / Subscriptions $800 $ d Office Supplies $4,500 $2, e Postage $3,700 $3, f Advertising / Newsletter $4,500 $7, g Office Rent $32,500 $24, h Insurance $5,100 $4, i Telephone $2,900 $2, j Network Support (Software) $2,100 $2, k Audit $5,325 $5, l Office Equipment $3,500 $2, m Equipment Rental (including printing) $10,500 $9, n Attorney Fees $ o Accounting Services (contracted) $10,050 $7, Subtotal $98,925 $78, % 901 Overhead & Capital Expenditures (locally funded) 901a Traffic Count Equipment $0 $ b Miscellaneous $750 $ c Professional Memberships / Miscellaneous Dues $2,000 $1, Subtotal $2,750 $2, % 900/901 Total Task Budget $101,675 $81, % 1000 Pass Through / Contracted Planning 1001 ATAC Technical Assistance $58,079 $47,149 ATAC is has completed the 2010 model calibration (addendum #37 old Master Agreement). Addendum 21 P a g e

32 #1 (New Master Agreement) for 2020/2040 was approved April. Metro COG transferred $37,192 from #1001 to #1008 to support additional scope for SA on the RTP update (including having SA complete the 2020/2040 modeling) Mn/DOT TH10 / 75 / Moorhead Center Ave (2012 Carryover) $30,400 $29,693 Contract Addendum #6 was approved in March 2013 to complete additional work for the corridor study and increase the contract budget by an additional $14, See UPWP Item 605 for additional project details. Contract Closed Fargo Main Avenue (2012 Carryover) $19,903 $19,073 Contract Addendum #5 was approved in February 2013 to complete additional work for the corridor study, increase the contract budget by $5, to complete the additional work and extend the project completion date to June 30, This contract is currently completed. See UPWP Item 605 for additional project details. Contract Closed Moorhead River Corridor Study $120,000 $36,921 Consultant procurement completed. See #708 for additional project details ong Range Transportation Plan (RTP) Update Consultant Component $212,192 $41,140 Contract with SA completed in March. See #403 for project specifics related to the development of the RTP Fargo 10 th St / 7 th Ave N Corridor Study $125,000 This project is likely to move to the 1 st quarter of Intelligent Transportation Systems Plan (2012 Carryover) $18,029 $17,453 See #410 for project specific details. Contract Closed ITS Regional Architecture (2012 Carryover) $18,869 $19,107 ITS Regional Architecture being developed by ATAC, and will be completed in tandem with ITS Deployment Plan, see details in # WF / Fargo 12 th Ave PCR $85,315 $57,990 See UPWP # 604 for additional project details. 22 P a g e

33 1225 Moorhead Comprehensive Plan $9,491 $9,490 The City of Moorhead adopted a Comprehensive Plan Addendum in November (2009) and the contract was subsequently amended with the consultant to allow for completion of an Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR). As the AUAR was initiated, it was determined that due to 2015 and 2035 traffic model issues this project needed to be put on hold until the model re-validation effort was completed. The model re-validation effort was completed in April (2012); thereby, Metro COG and the City of Moorhead began working during the 2 nd Quarter (2012) to re-start this project. ATAC completed an updated 2035 and full-build model run for the AUAR in October (2012). Metro COG continues to work collaboratively with the City of Moorhead to complete this project. A draft AUAR document should be available during the 2 nd Quarter of 2013 with review/consideration by the City of Moorhead completed no later than the 3 rd Quarter. Contract Closed. Undes. Undesignated Federal Funds $0 n/a Metro COG uses these funds to address project amendments for current or future projects as they may arise, and demonstrate CPG funds currently available to Metro COG for which projects/work tasks have not been identified. The illustrative demonstration of these funds in no way is meant to construe approval of any work program item, or sub task thereof, of work not currently included in the approved UPWP. In February, Metro COG used $11, in undesignated funds to increase the contract on #1002. Total $697,277 $278, Community & Technical Assistance (locally funded) 2013 Budget Amount Billed % Billed 1102 Dilworth Subdivision Ordinance Update $7, No activity during the 1 st quarter of s Total Task Budget $7, P a g e

34 To: Transportation Technical Committee (TTC) From: Wade E. Kline, Metro COG Date: October 3, 2013 Re: Development Process & Timeline for Early Development Phases of the TIP Over the past several weeks Metro COG has been in communication with both MnDOT and NDDOT regarding development of the TIP/STIP cycle. Following is an outline of the process and timeline for the early development phase of the TIP for the FM Metropolitan area. With the recent passage of MAP-21 the past two TIPs ( and ) have resulted in the development of individual TIPs for each state. Metro COG s intent with the TIP development is to return to the format of a jointly prepared bi-state TIP. Attached, you also find our framework timeline for major milestones for the entire TIP development cycle. This memorandum to the Transportation Technical Committee (TTC) will serve as our official notice to local units of government regarding the commencement of the TIP development cycle. North Dakota Attachment 3 Urban/Regional Program In cooperation with NDDOT, Metro COG will be soliciting Urban projects for the year 2018 and Regional projects for 2018 & Urban and Regional projects will be due to Metro COG on November 27, Metro COG is currently working with NDDOT on a final application and scoping form to use for the Urban and Regional solicitation. Metro COG will assemble staff from the City of Fargo, City of West Fargo, Cass County, and NDDOT Fargo District early in December to develop a preliminary list of prioritized projects. A final listing will be considered by the TTC on December 12, 2013 with a final recommendation being made to the Policy Board for consideration the following week. Applications are due to NDDOT on December 19, Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) In cooperation with NDDOT, Metro COG will be soliciting TAP projects for the year TAP projects will be due to Metro COG November 27, Applicants will be required to use the NDDOT application, which are available from the NDDOT website at Consultation regarding TAP project evaluation and prioritization will occur with Metro COG s Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee in early December; a final list of prioritized projects will be considered by the TTC on December 12, 2013 and then forwarded to Policy Board for final consideration a week later. Applications are due to NDDOT on December 19, Transit Capital & Operations To preempt a possible pending solicitation of both FTA Section 5310 and FTA Section 5339 funds by NDDOT, Metro COG is requesting the submittal of a prioritized list of eligible transit operation and capital assistance under both FTA programs.

35 Project submittals should consider projects currently listed in the TIP as illustrative; and thus would represent requests for previously unfunded transit operating or capital needs. Minnesota City/County Roadways Applications for FY 2018 City/County Roadway projects will be due to Metro COG on November 27, Only County roadway projects within the Metro COG Planning Area are required to be submitted to Metro COG. Evaluation and prioritization of submitted projects will occur in advance of the December TTC meeting. TTC will forward a final prioritized list of projects to the Policy Board. Following Policy Board action, Metro COG will forward to MnDOT its list of prioritized City/County Roadway projects. Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) In cooperation with MnDOT District 4, Metro COG will be soliciting TAP projects for FY 2016, 2017, and Given changes to the TAP program, MnDOT is requesting that etters of Intent (OI) be submitted by potential applicants. OIs from within the Metro COG Planning Area should be submitted to Metro COG by November 15, Metro COG and MnDOT will jointly review and evaluate OIs. It is anticipated that on or around December 1, 2013, MnDOT and Metro COG will jointly solicit for actual TAP applications. Final timelines for submittal of TAP applications and the process for Metro COG evaluation and prioritization are still in development in cooperation with MnDOT District 4. Public Involvement On or around November 4, 2013, Metro COG will notify the public regarding the development of the TIP. As part of the notice, Metro COG will advertise a TIP public input meeting for December 12, The public input meeting would be oriented towards garnering public input regarding transportation issues and project needs regarding pending (candidate), programmed, or other unmet projects. Additionally, Metro COG will develop a 4 th quarter edition of Metro Connection which will highlight the development of the TIP. The 4 th quarter edition of Metro Connection would be distributed in early November. As part of the early TIP development process for the TIP, Metro COG will provide direct notification and outreach to all identified interest groups (e.g. Environmental Review, Title VI, Environmental Justice, etc.). Requested Action: Recommend Policy Board approval of the TIP Development Process and Schedule Page 2

36 TIP/STIP Development Timeline Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June Announce TIP Development x Public Involvement x x x x? Candidate Project TIP Approval x Coordination with MnDOT/NDDOT (transit elements; MnDOT TAP) x x Draft Urban/Regional Program x Draft ATIP x x Draft TIP/STIP x x Final TIP/STIP x x Page 3

37 Attachment 4 To: Transportation Technical Committee (TTC) From: Dan Farnsworth, Metro COG Date: October 3, 2013 Subject: Consider Final Flashing Yellow Arrow Technical Memorandum As part of Metro COG s 2013 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), Metro COG was approved to conduct analysis on area signalized intersections and ultimately create a technical memorandum which would assist local units of government in potentially implementing flashing yellow arrows (FYAs) at applicable intersections. In March of 2013, Metro COG began work on the analysis and tech memo and has worked closely with the Fargo-Moorhead Traffic Operations Working Group to finalize the memo. Attached is the final Flashing Yellow Arrow Technical Memorandum for your review. If no major changes are noted, Metro COG recommends the TTC to move the final memorandum to the Policy Board for approval. Once approved by the Policy Board, the memo will be distributed to the applicable jurisdictions with hopes that the jurisdictions will use the memo as a guide and reference for future FYA installations. Recommended Action: To recommend Policy Board approval of the Flashing Yellow Arrow Technical Memorandum

38 To: City of West Fargo, City of Fargo, City of Moorhead, NDDOT From: Fargo Moorhead Metro Council of Governments Date: October 3, 2013 Subject: Flashing Yellow Arrow Study Technical Memorandum Introduction As part of Metro COG s 2013 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), Metro COG was approved to conduct analysis of signalized intersections in the Fargo Moorhead Metro area to determine the usefulness of flashing yellow arrows (FYAs) at existing signalized intersections in the area. While flashing yellow arrows can be used for both left turn and right turn movements, this analysis only looks at FYAs for left turn applications. This memorandum presents conclusions of Metro COGs analysis and recommendations to assist applicable jurisdictions in prioritizing locations for future FYA installations. This memorandum also provides general FYA background information and case studies of FYA installations in other locations. FYA Background The use of flashing yellow arrows at signalized intersections is growing in popularity for many jurisdictions around the country. The use of flashing yellow arrows as part of normal operations has been shown to reduce intersection delay. Also, flashing yellow arrows have been shown to reduce driver error and enhance intersection safety when used in place of the circular green yield indicator. Studies have shown that the use of flashing yellow arrows to indicate permissive turns are safer than displaying a solid circular green indicator to indicate permissive turns because flashing yellow arrows tend to convey more caution to the drivers performing the turn. The flashing left turn yellow arrow also provides the ability to restrict permissive left turns for safety during heavy traffic, while still allowing yielding during non peak traffic conditions. Flashing yellow arrows can replace the use of five section signal heads or three section signal heads. The flashing yellow arrow is displayed on a four section signal head as shown below. The flashing left turn yellow arrow indicates a permissive turn and can be displayed immediately before or immediately after a protected green arrow. Flashing Yellow Arrow Signal Head 1

39 The 2009 Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) endorses the use of the flashing yellow arrow and provides ample guidance for its use and implementation. FYA Case Studies / Research The National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 493 showed the flashing yellow arrow signal display to be safer, more operationally efficient, more understandable, and more versatile than traditional protected/permissive left turn signal displays such as the 5 section display. NCHRP Report 493 recommended the flashing yellow arrow be included in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) where it can be found today. As flashing yellow arrow displays became more common nationwide, a follow up study was conducted by the NCHRP to evaluate before and after crash data at intersections with flashing yellow arrows. The results from this report (NCHRP Report 123) showed the flashing yellow arrow made significant improvements to left turn safety when compared with the 5 section signal display. NCHRP Report 123 reported a 74% reduction in left turn related crashes when converted from a five section protected/permissive signal head to a FYA signal head. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) was among one of the first states to implement FYA. ODOT studied five left turn signals that were converted from a five section protected/permissive signal head to a FYA signal head. ODOT found that annual average leftturn related crashes were reduced from 1.1 crashes/year/intersection to 0.35 crashes/year/intersection (a 67% reduction). Fargo Moorhead Metro FYA Analysis Metro COG began the analysis by identifying all signalized intersections within the Fargo Moorhead metro area that could potentially benefit from FYAs. All intersections in the cities of West Fargo and Moorhead were analyzed. 48 City of Fargo intersections were analyzed (per the City s request) and 5 NDDOT intersections were analyzed (per NDDOT s request). MnDOT s intersections were initially analyzed however due to MnDOT s ambitious FYA installations/conversions during the time of this study, it was decided that MnDOT s intersections need not be studied. (See Appendix C for MnDOT s current FYA requirements). Appendix A shows a map of all intersections that were analyzed for FYA. The study intersections were analyzed by reviewing each leg of the intersections. Criteria was used to assess each intersection leg s need for FYA. Below is the criteria used in the analysis: Coordinated Corridor Coordinated corridors are corridors that currently have signal coordination capabilities. Signals that are part of a coordinated corridor could benefit from the implementation of FYAs because FYA displays allow for more flexible signal timings than conventional signal displays such as the protected only signal displays. Rail Preemption Signals that have rail preemption for an adjacent railroad could benefit from the implementation of FYA because FYA signal systems can display a red arrow during a conflicting train event. Current five section protected/permissive and permissive only signal displays cannot display a red arrow while still allowing through traffic to proceed. 2

40 Potential to Reduce eft Turn Delay A protected only left turn signal display that is replaced with a FYA signal display has the potential to reduce left turn delay because FYA signal displays have a permissive indicator (the flashing yellow arrow) which, when in use, allows left turning vehicles to turn when a gap in opposing traffic is present. Potential to Reduce eft Turn Crashes A protected/permissive or permissive only signal display that is replaced with a FYA signal display has the potential to reduce left turn crashes. This is based on findings from the NCHRP Report 123 and other studies mentioned earlier in this memorandum. Negative Offset eft Turn anes Negative offset left turn lanes are left turn lanes where opposing left turn lanes are not directly in line with each other. Rather, they are offset to the right (from the perspective of the driver). This negative offset has the potential to pose sight distance issues for drivers looking for opposing through traffic when attempting to execute a permissive left turn. Dual eft Turn anes Dual left turn lanes are typically not provided with a permissive left turn indicator. Similar to negative offset left turn lanes, roadway approaches with dual left turn lanes have the potential to pose sight distance issues for drivers looking for opposing through traffic when attempting to execute a left turn. Heavy eft Turn Volume (City of Fargo only) City of Fargo intersection legs with heavy left turn volumes were provided to Metro COG for this study. Therefore heavy left turn volumes were included in the analysis of the City of Fargo study intersections. Intersections with heavy left turn volumes could further benefit from the implementation of FYA if the existing signal configuration has a protected only signal display. Once all the intersection legs were analyzed, each leg was given a score based on the number of criteria that were met. The highest possible score was 6 while the lowest possible score was 1. Appendix B shows the results of the FYA analysis for all study intersections. The results are broken out by jurisdiction (City of West Fargo, City of Fargo, City of Moorhead, and NDDOT). Public Education While studies show that supplementary signs are not necessary due to the intuitive nature of the flashing yellow arrow, this memorandum recommends that a supplementary sign be installed on the signal mast arm adjacent to the flashing yellow arrow signal face for the first years of deployment. The 2009 MUTCD does not include a standard supplemental sign but below are examples of signs used by other agencies. R10 x12 R10 x12 R10 x12 3

41 Other means of educating the driving public could include: Agencies websites, agency newsletters, brochures, social media (i.e. Metro COG s Facebook page, YouTube videos). Recommendations Metro COG recommends that the jurisdictions addressed in this memorandum further evaluate their intersections listed in Appendix B to determine the feasibility of retrofitting the intersections for FYA. Metro COG encourages the jurisdictions to use the information provided in Appendix B to assist with determining the feasibility of FYA installations. Also, Metro COG encourages the jurisdictions to consider the public education recommendations provided above when installing FYA. Contact If you have any questions regarding this study, please contact Dan Farnsworth (Metro COG) at ex 35 or Farnsworth@fmmetrocog.org. 4

42 Appendix A Map of Analyzed Intersections

43 Fargo 12th Ave N Sheyenne St!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!( Veterans Blvd West Fargo!(!(!( Main Ave 32nd Ave S 40th Ave S 45th St!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!( 13th Ave S!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!( 25th St!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!( University Dr!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!( Broadway!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!( ") ")") ") ") 8th St 11th St ± 20th St!(!(!( ")!(!(!( Moorhead 34th St!(!(!( FYA Intersections FYA Already Implemented (as of Oct 2013) Center Ave 12th Ave S!( Dilworth Analyzed Intersections 52nd Ave S!( City of West Fargo City of Fargo ") ")!(!( City of Moorhead ")!( NDDOT ")!( MnDOT ")!(

44 Appendix B Analysis Results

45 West Fargo Jurisdiction East West Street North South Street Approach Existing eft Turn Indicator Coordinated Corridor Rail Preemption Potential to Reduce eft Turn Delay Potential to Reduce eft Turn Crashes No Negative Offset eft Turn anes No Dual eft Turn anes Score West Fargo Main Ave Sheyenne St WB Perm 4 West Fargo Main Ave Center St EB Perm 4 West Fargo Main Ave Center St WB Perm 4 West Fargo Main Ave 9th St EB Perm 4 West Fargo Main Ave 9th St WB Prot + Perm 4 West Fargo Main Ave 17th St EB Perm 4 West Fargo Main Ave 17th St WB Perm 4 West Fargo 13th Ave S Sheyenne St NB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S Sheyenne St EB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S Sheyenne St SB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S Sheyenne St WB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 17th Ave S Sheyenne St SB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 19th Ave S Sheyenne St EB Perm 3 West Fargo 19th Ave S Sheyenne St WB Perm 3 West Fargo 19th Ave S Sheyenne St NB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 19th Ave S Sheyenne St SB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 32nd Ave S Sheyenne St EB Perm 3 West Fargo 32nd Ave S Sheyenne St WB Perm 3 West Fargo 32nd Ave S Sheyenne St NB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 32nd Ave S Sheyenne St SB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 40th Ave S Sheyenne St NB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 40th Ave S Sheyenne St SB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo Main Ave Center St NB Perm 3 West Fargo Main Ave Center St SB Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S 9th St NB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S 9th St SB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 17th Ave S 9th St NB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 17th Ave S 9th St EB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 17th Ave S 9th St SB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 17th Ave S 9th St WB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 32nd Ave S 9th St NB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 32nd Ave S 9th St EB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 32nd Ave S 9th St SB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 32nd Ave S 9th St WB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo Main Ave 9th St NB Perm 3 West Fargo Main Ave 9th St SB Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S 6th St NB Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S 6th St SB Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S 6th St EB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S 6th St WB Prot + Perm 3 West Fargo Main Ave 17th St NB Perm 3 West Fargo Main Ave 17th St SB Perm 3 West Fargo 13th Ave S 9th St EB Prot + Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 9th St WB Prot + Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 17th St NB Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 17th St SB Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 17th St EB Prot + Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 17th St WB Prot + Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 14th St NB Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 14th St EB Prot + Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 14th St SB Prot + Perm 2 West Fargo 13th Ave S 14th St WB Prot + Perm 2 Prot Protected left turn signal display Prot + Perm Protected and Permissive left turn signal display Perm Permissive left turn signal display

46 Fargo Jurisdiction East West Street North South Street Approach Existing eft Turn Indicator Coordinated Corridor Rail Preemption Potential to Reduce eft Turn Delay Potential to Reduce eft Turn Crashes No Negative Offset eft Turn anes No Dual eft Turn anes Heavy eft Turn Volume Fargo Main Ave 4th St EB Prot + Perm 5 Fargo 13th Ave S 32nd St EB Prot 5 Fargo 13th Ave S 32nd St WB Prot 5 Fargo 23rd Ave S 45th St SB Prot 5 Fargo Main Ave Broadway EB Prot + Perm 5 Fargo 13th Ave S University Dr NB Prot 5 Fargo Main Ave 8th St EB Prot + Perm 5 Fargo 32nd Ave S 25th St EB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 17th Ave S 25th St NB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 45th St WB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 25th St WB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 26th Ave S 25th St NB Perm 4 Fargo 26th Ave S 25th St SB Perm 4 Fargo 23rd Ave S 25th St NB Perm 4 Fargo 23rd Ave S 25th St SB Perm 4 Fargo 20th Ave S 25th St NB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 20th Ave S 25th St SB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 17th Ave S 25th St SB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 28th St EB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 28th St WB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 32nd St EB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 32nd St WB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo Main Ave 43 1/2 St EB Prot 4 Fargo Main Ave 43 1/2 St WB Prot 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 45th St EB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 23rd Ave S 45th St NB Prot 4 Fargo 19th Ave S 45th St SB Prot 4 Fargo 27th Ave S University Dr NB Prot 4 Fargo 18th Ave S University Dr NB Prot 4 Fargo 18th Ave S University Dr SB Prot 4 Fargo 17th Ave S University Dr NB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 17th Ave S University Dr SB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 15th Ave S University Dr NB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 25th St NB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S 25th St SB Prot + Perm 4 Fargo 13th Ave S 25th St EB Prot 4 Fargo Amber Valley Pkwy 45th St NB Prot 4 Fargo Main Ave 7th St WB Perm 4 Fargo Main Ave 8th St WB Perm 4 Fargo 32nd Ave S University Dr EB Prot 4 Fargo 13th Ave S 25th St NB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 15th St EB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 15th St WB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 18th St EB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 18th St WB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 23rd St EB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 23rd St WB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 30th Ave S 25th St NB Perm 3 Fargo 30th Ave S 25th St SB Perm 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 25th St SB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 25th St WB Prot 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 28th St EB Prot 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 28th St WB Prot 3 Fargo Main Ave 28th St EB Prot 3 Fargo Main Ave 28th St WB Prot 3 Fargo Main Ave 32nd St EB Prot 3 Fargo Main Ave 32nd St WB Prot 3 Fargo Main Ave 34th St EB Prot 3 Fargo Main Ave 34th St WB Prot 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 34th St WB Prot 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 36th St SB Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 36th St NB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 36th St EB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 36th St WB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 39th St EB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 39th St WB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo Main Ave 42nd St EB Prot 3 Fargo Amber Valley Pkwy 45th St SB Perm 3 Fargo 9th Ave S 45th St NB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 9th Ave S 45th St SB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 40th Ave S 45th St SB Prot 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S 45th St NB Prot 3 Fargo 11th Ave S 45th St NB Prot 3 Fargo 11th Ave S 45th St SB Prot 3 Fargo Main Ave 7th St NB Perm 3 Fargo 13th Ave S Page Dr EB Prot 3 Fargo 13th Ave S Page Dr WB Prot 3 Fargo Oak Manor Ave S University Dr NB Prot 3 Fargo Oak Manor Ave S University Dr SB Prot 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S University Dr SB Perm 3 Fargo 32nd Ave S University Dr NB Prot + Perm 3 Fargo 30th Ave S University Dr NB Perm 3 Fargo 30th Ave S University Dr SB Perm 3 Fargo 25th Ave S University Dr NB Prot 3 Fargo 25th Ave S University Dr SB Prot 3 Fargo Main Ave 42nd St WB Prot 3 Score

47 Fargo Jurisdiction East West Street North South Street Approach Existing eft Turn Indicator Coordinated Corridor Rail Preemption Potential to Reduce eft Turn Delay Potential to Reduce eft Turn Crashes No Negative Offset eft Turn anes No Dual eft Turn anes Heavy eft Turn Volume Score Fargo 32nd Ave S 45th St SB Prot 3 Fargo 19th Ave S 45th St NB Prot 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 10th St EB Prot 3 Fargo 13th Ave S 34th St EB Prot 2 Fargo 52nd Ave S 38th St EB Prot 2 Fargo 52nd Ave S 38th St WB Prot 2 Fargo Main Ave 40th St EB Prot 2 Fargo Main Ave 40th St WB Prot 2 Fargo 40th Ave S 45th St NB Prot 2 Fargo 17th Ave S 45th St NB Prot 2 Fargo 17th Ave S 45th St SB Prot 2 Fargo 15th Ave S 45th St EB Prot + Perm 2 Fargo 15th Ave S 45th St WB Prot + Perm 2 Fargo Main Ave 8th St NB Perm 2 Fargo Main Ave 8th St SB Perm 2 Fargo 32nd Ave S University Dr WB Prot + Perm 2 Prot Protected left turn signal display Prot + Perm Protected and Permissive left turn signal display Perm Permissive left turn signal display

48 Moorhead Jurisdiction East West Street North South Street Approach Existing eft Turn Indicator Coordinated Corridor Rail Preemption Potential to Reduce eft Turn Delay Potential to Reduce eft Turn Crashes No Negative Offset eft Turn anes No Dual eft Turn anes Score Moorhead Main Ave 21st St EB Perm 5 Moorhead 12th Ave S 20th St SB Perm 5 Moorhead Center Ave 5th St WB Perm 5 Moorhead 12th Ave S 20th St NB Perm 4 Moorhead Main Ave 21st St SB Perm 4 Moorhead Center Ave 4th St EB Perm 4 Moorhead Center Ave 4th St WB Perm 4 Moorhead Center Ave 7th St EB Prot + Perm 4 Moorhead 12th Ave S Main Ave SB Prot 4 Moorhead 27th Ave S Main Ave NB Prot 4 Moorhead 1st Ave N 11th St WB Perm 4 Moorhead 1st Ave N 11th St NB Perm 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 11th St SB Perm 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 11th St EB Prot + Perm 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 14th St NB Perm 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 14th St SB Perm 3 Moorhead 12th Ave S 20th St EB Perm 3 Moorhead 12th Ave S 20th St WB Perm 3 Moorhead Main Ave 21st St NB Prot + Perm 3 Moorhead Main Ave 21st St WB Perm 3 Moorhead Center Ave 4th St NB Perm 3 Moorhead Center Ave 4th St SB Perm 3 Moorhead Center Ave 5th St NB Perm 3 Moorhead Center Ave 7th St SB Perm 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 8th St NB Perm 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 8th St SB Perm 3 Moorhead 12th Ave S Main Ave NB Prot 3 Moorhead 24th Ave S Main Ave SB Prot 3 Moorhead 27th Ave S Main Ave EB Perm 3 Moorhead 30th Ave S Main Ave NB Prot 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 7th St WB Perm 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 8th St WB Prot + Perm 3 Moorhead 1st Ave N 14th St EB Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 14th St WB Perm 2 Moorhead 12th Ave S 34th St SB Prot 2 Moorhead 12th Ave S 34th St NB Prot 2 Moorhead 12th Ave S 34th St EB Perm 2 Moorhead 12th Ave S 34th St WB Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 3rd St EB Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 3rd St SB Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 3rd St WB Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 7th St NB Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 7th St EB Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 7th St SB Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 8th St EB Perm 2 Moorhead 12th Ave S Main Ave EB Perm 2 Moorhead 12th Ave S Main Ave WB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 24th Ave S Main Ave NB Prot 2 Moorhead 24th Ave S Main Ave EB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 24th Ave S Main Ave WB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 30th Ave S Main Ave SB Prot 2 Moorhead 30th Ave S Main Ave EB Prot 2 Moorhead 30th Ave S Main Ave WB Prot 2 Moorhead 8th Ave N 34th St N NB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 8th Ave N 34th St N SB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 8th Ave N 34th St N EB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 8th Ave N 34th St N WB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 24th Ave S 34th St N NB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 24th Ave S 34th St N SB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 24th Ave S 34th St N EB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 24th Ave S 34th St N WB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 4th Ave S 21st St S SB Prot + Perm 2 Moorhead 1st Ave N 3rd St NB Perm 1 Prot Protected left turn signal display Prot + Perm Protected and Permissive left turn signal display Perm Permissive left turn signal display

49 NDDOT Jurisdiction East West Street North South Street Approach Existing eft Turn Indicator Coordinated Corridor Rail Preemption Potential to Reduce eft Turn Delay Potential to Reduce eft Turn Crashes No Negative Offset eft Turn anes No Dual eft Turn anes Score NDDOT Main Ave I 29 NB Ramp / 36th St EB Prot 4 NDDOT I 94 Westbound Ramp 9th St NB Prot 4 NDDOT Main Ave I 29 Southbound Ramp WB Prot 3 NDDOT 32nd Ave S I 29 Southbound Ramp SB Perm 3 NDDOT I 94 Eastbound Ramp 25th St SB Prot + Perm 3 NDDOT 32nd Ave S I 29 Southbound Ramp WB Prot + Perm 3 NDDOT Main Ave I 29 Southbound Ramp NB Perm 2 NDDOT Main Ave I 29 Northbound Ramp SB Prot 2 NDDOT Main Ave I 29 Southbound Ramp SB Perm 1 NDDOT Main Ave I 29 Northbound Ramp NB Perm 1 Prot Protected left turn signal display Prot + Perm Protected and Permissive left turn signal display Perm Permissive left turn signal display

50 Appendix C MnDOT Flashing Yellow Arrow Tech Memo November 28, 2012

51 MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Engineering Services Division Technical Memorandum No T-03 November 28, 2012 To: From: Subject: Electronic Distribution Recipients Jon M. Chiglo, P.E. Division Director, Engineering Services Flashing Yellow Arrow Traffic Signal Indication on MnDOT Trunk Highways Expiration This is a new Technical Memorandum and will remain in effect until November 28, 2017 unless it is superseded by a new Technical Memorandum or included in the MnDOT Traffic Engineering Manual. Implementation This policy shall be effective immediately. Introduction The purpose of this technical memorandum is to require the installation of the flashing yellow arrow (FYA) left turn indication on all new traffic signal dedicated left turn lane approaches on the State trunk highway system unless the left turner has limited intersection sight distance (as defined in Chapter 9, Table 9 14 of the 2011 AASHTO A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets ), or conflicting (i.e. overlapping) left turn paths are present. The National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 493 has shown the flashing yellow arrow indication is more understandable and operationally more efficient than traditional protected/permissive left turn indications such as a 5-section indication. MnDOT s experience since the first such installation in 2006 confirms the study results. It has also proved to be significantly more operationally efficient than the protected-only left turn indication. The 2011 Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MnMUTCD), Section 4D.20, explains the definition, placement and operation of the flashing yellow arrow indication. The 2011 MnMUTCD has also changed the head placement for a green ball, which is no longer allowed over the center of a dedicated left turn lane. The traditional Protected Permissive eft Turn (PPT) Guidelines are still provided in the 2012 Signal Design Manual for agencies that have not adopted the FYA. When operated properly by time of day, the flashing yellow arrow can be used in many situations where protected-only phasing had been the only operational option. If conflicting left turn paths are present, the signal must be operated in a split-phase operation, and it should be noted on the plan to be sure the signal operator is aware of the conflicting lanes. Documented sight distance issues should also be noted on the plans. Purpose To provide additional safety and operational efficiency at traffic signals using a flashing yellow left turn arrow. Guidelines Policy This policy refers to all signals on the trunk highway system. This includes both mainline and cross-street dedicated left turn lanes. A 4-section head using a red arrow, yellow arrow, flashing yellow arrow and green arrow shall be used. Any agency doing work on the trunk highway system shall install the flashing yellow arrow for dedicated left turn lanes on all signal designs for new and reconstructed signal installation with the following exceptions. -MORE-

52 Technical Memorandum No T-03 Flashing Yellow Arrow Traffic Signal Indication on MNDOT Trunk Highways November 28, 2012 Page 2 If a sight distance deficiency is documented per definition above, the flashing yellow arrow should not be installed. The flashing yellow arrow should not be installed when there are conflicting left turn paths. If it has been determined that the signal will run protected only based on engineering judgment related to multiple turn lanes, high volumes and high speeds (all three present), a traditional protected-only 3-section red, yellow, green arrow indication may be used in place of the flashing yellow arrow. If a flashing yellow arrow is not installed based on the above criteria, the system shall be designed to easily accommodate a change to a flashing yellow arrow in the future, including length of mast arm, wiring, cabinet and controller. If the flashing yellow arrow is not installed at a location because it has conflicting left turn lanes or, a sight distance deficiency, or if there is other information that is important for the signal operator or future signal designer to be aware of, this information shall be provided by the signal designer on the signal plan. Additionally, if conflicting left turns are present, the signal must be operated split phase 24 hours a day or with conflicting left turns as no serve phases. If multiple turn lanes and high volumes exist and the posted speed is such that the signal will only be operated in a protected-only phase 24 hours a day, the installation of a protected-only 3-section signal head will be allowed. However, the flashing yellow arrow may still be installed under these conditions and operated in a permissive mode when conditions allow. Consideration can be given to left turn lanes that have a shared use such as a shared left/thru lane or split-phase operation. This Technical Memorandum does not require the use of a flashing yellow arrow with a shared-use left turn lane or split-phase operations. Consideration can also be given to existing signal revisions. Costs can be high for retrofitting the flashing yellow arrow into an existing signal; therefore signal revisions do not fall under this Technical Memorandum. Consideration may be given if signal design and operational components support the use of the flashing yellow arrow. With the flashing yellow arrow indication, left turn operations can vary between protected, protected/permissive and permissive operations by time-of-day programming in the signal controller. It should be noted that, with the flashing yellow arrow, the operator must pay particular attention to how the signal is operated by time of day to achieve the highest level of efficiency and safety. Additional guidelines for the operation can be found in the 2011 MnDOT Traffic Signal Timing and Coordination Manual, page Scope The policy contained in this technical memorandum applies to MnDOT roadways. Questions For information on the technical contents of this memorandum, please contact Sue Zarling, Traffic Electrical Systems Engineer at (651) or Jerry Kotzenmacher, Signal Specialist at (651) Any questions regarding publication of this Technical Memorandum should be referred to the Design Standards Unit, DesignStandards.DOT@state.mn.us. A link to all active and historical Technical Memoranda can be found at To add, remove, or change your name on the Technical Memoranda mailing list, please visit the web page -END-

53 Attachment 5 To: Transportation Technical Committee (TTC) From: Adam Altenburg, Assistant Planner, Metro COG Date: October 2, 2013 Re: Consideration of Metro 2040 Public Input Summary On September 10th and 11 th, 2013 the FM Metropolitan Council of Governments (Metro COG) and SA Associates, Inc. (SA) held three Public Input Meetings on the ong Range Transportation Plan (RTP). These meetings were held at locations in Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo. The Public Input Meetings were labeled as sessions of the Futures Summit and were designed to inform and engage the public on anticipated future growth trends and transportation needs for the FM Metropolitan area. At each of the three sessions of the Futures Summit, Ray Moe of SA opened with a half-hour presentation on the Update to the RTP. After this presentation, participants were asked to work in groups of five to seven people on a Connections Exercise. This 1-hour exercise involved group consensus on what major infrastructure improvements were needed in the FM Metropolitan area by Every group was required to work within a set budget that included both federal/state and local funds. Each group had one or two facilitators to assist with the exercise and keep track of spending tallies. A summary of public input on Metro 2040 (Attachment 5a) gives a synopsis of the Futures Summit as well as additional feedback received by the public on the RTP. This summary includes an analysis of three different items: the Connections Exercise that participants at the Futures Summit participated in, a questionnaire that was given to participants at the Futures Summit, and an online survey that asked respondents their views and opinions on various transportation-related issues in the FM Metropolitan area. Requested Action: Recommend Policy Board approval of the Metro 2040 Public Input Summary as shown in Attachment 5a.

54 Summary of Public Input

55 Public Input Meeting Summary On September 10th and 11th, the FM Metropolitan Council of Governments (Metro COG) and SA Associates, Inc. (SA) held three Public Input Meetings on the ong Range Transportation Plan (RTP). These were held at locations in Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo. The Public Input Meetings were labeled as sessions of the Futures Summit and were designed to inform and engage the public on anticipated future growth trends and transportation needs for the FM Metropolitan area. Sessions of the Futures Summit were held at the following times and locations: September 10th, 6:00 to 8:30 pm - Hjemkomst Center September 11th, 8:00 to 10:30 am - Fargo City Commission Chambers September 11th, 6:00 to 8:30 pm - West Fargo City Commission Chambers Notice of Public Input Meetings A newsletter was mailed on August 12 to over 1,000 individuals and agencies considered important to the implementation of Metro The newsletter gave information on when and where the sessions of the Futures Summit were held. It also provided information on why the FM Metropolitan area needs the RTP, demographic growth trends, and key issues facing the region. Direct invitation letters were mailed on August 16 to the following groups and organizations: Elected and Planning Commissions Homebuilders Association Fargo Park Board Moorhead Business Association Great Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation The Chamber (Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo Chamber of Commerce) Downtown Community Partnership FM River Keepers Fargo School District Moorhead School District West Fargo School District FM Community Bike Workshop A notice of the sessions of the Futures Summit was advertised in the Forum of Fargo-Moorhead on August 29th, A copy of the newspaper ad is attached to this summary. Metro COG also provided notice of the Futures Summit via Facebook. Attendees All attendees of the Futures Summits were asked to sign-in as they arrived. The following are tallies for the three sessions of the Futures Summit: Hjemkomst Center - 24 Fargo City Commission Chambers - 39 West Fargo City Commission Chambers - 20 A total of 83 individuals participated in the Futures Summit. Presentation At each of the three sessions of the Futures Summit, Ray Moe of SA opened with a half-hour presentation on the Update to the RTP. Mr. Moe explained how previous improvements to the transportation network from 1990 to 2013 did well at keeping up with travel demand. From there, he talked about demographic trends including projected household and employment growth in the FM Metropolitan area. This segued into existing and projected congestion, with 2040 showing major traffic delays without roadway and alternative transportation improvements to mitigate future impacts. Mr. Moe described current Red River crossings as widely spaced to the north and south of the core urban area and noted that some bridges are subject to flooding. On railroad crossings, he detailed how these create major impacts for north-south travel, especially in Moorhead which lacks grade separations through much of its downtown area. On the Interstate system, Mr. Moe summarized that I-29 and I-94 provide regional high speed connections, but there are some operational issues, specifically at I-94 and Sheyenne Street in West Fargo, the flyover at I-94 and I-29, and I-94 and both 8th Street S and 20th Street S in Moorhead. Page 2

56 Mr. Moe explained how pavement conditions for roadways within FM Metropolitan area are generally in good to excellent condition, with only 6% considered poor in North Dakota and 4% considered poor in Minnesota. For bridge sufficiency, he stated that of the 534 bridges in the FM Metropolitan area, only 22 have poor sufficiency rating. None of these bridges were located within the urban area. For Metro Area Transit, Mr. Moe spoke positively about how MATBUS has integrated metro transit for fixed routes, senior, and paratransit. He stated how funding was OK for operations but there is a need for additional future funding for capital improvements. Mr. Moe described the pedestrian network favorably, with sidewalks generally on both sides of all streets and good connections and continuity in the urban area. He also made note of the aesthetics and attractiveness of networks in more established neighborhoods. On the bicycle network, he explained how there are gaps in the overall network and that shared use paths and bike routes are more common than bike lanes. On the whole, Mr. Moe stated the bike network is making progress. Mr. Moe concluded his presentation with remarks on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and the Freight Network. He noted that the FM Metropolitan area has implemented video detection cameras, automatic traffic recorders, dynamic message signs, GPS, and weigh-in-motion stations. However, the signal system is fragmented and not integrated between all jurisdictions. In terms of freight, the region is well served with two interstates, eight railroads and Hector International Airport. Connections Exercise As part of the Futures Summit, participants were asked to work in groups of five to seven people on a Connections Exercise. This 1-hour exercise involved group consensus on what major infrastructure improvements were needed in the FM Metropolitan area by Every group was required to work within a set budget that included both federal/state and local funds. Each group had one or two facilitators to assist with the exercise and keep track of spending tallies. After recording participants names on the 36 x 44 map board, facilitators asked participants some of the key themes they took away from the presentation and a mobility report card which was handed out. Some of the themes participants expressed include: Addressing household growth and congestion Core infrastructure needs in south Fargo and West Fargo I-94 major improvement needs River crossing improvements Grade separated railroad crossings in Moorhead Access to public transportation Expanded and enhanced public transit Public transit should focus on low-income areas and areas with new housing/employment Bike/pedestrian considerations Well-planned urban density Interchange improvements Concerns about pedestrian crossings at major streets and intersections Concerns about bike lanes on busy streets Expand ITS in the FM Metropolitan area Maintenance and efficiency In addition to key themes, participants were given an opportunity to express additional comments or bright ideas they may have had. Some of the comments provided by participants include: Eliminate bike gaps New I-94 interchange at CSAH 12 and CSAH 17 south of Glyndon Additional river crossing south of I-94 Desire to decrease arterial commute times By-pass using existing interchanges (along 52nd Ave S in Fargo and 60th Ave S in Moorhead) Grade separation at 7th Avenue N in Fargo How diversion will affect travel patterns After recording key themes, each participant was given ten chips and asked to divide them among the seven goals of MAP-21 labeled on the map board. MAP-21 is the federal funding and authorization bill which governs surface transportation and other transit programs. These national goals include: 1. Maintenance of existing transportation system 2. Improve the efficiency, performance and connectivity of a balanced transportation system 3. Maximize the cost effectiveness of transportation 4. Promote consistency between land use and transportation plans to enhance mobility and accessibility 5. Provide safe and secure transportation 6. Support economic vitality 7. Protect the environment and conserve resource The chips could be divided between the seven goals in any manner according to the participant s priorities. Page 3

57 When beginning the Connections Exercise, groups chose from a number of transportation improvements in the form of game pieces. These pieces included new lanes, lane widening, intersection improvements, new or improved interchanges, new or improved river crossings, and grade separations at railway crossings. Each improvement was assigned a dollar amount (in $M) according to improvement type or length. Funding for the Connections Exercise was broken down into the following: North Dakota Federal/State - $150M ocal - $125M Minnesota Federal/State - $105M ocal - $35M Connections Exercise Summary A total of 14 groups participated in the Connections Exercise at the three different Futures Summits. In addition, Metro 2040 facilitators and Metro COG staff worked on an additional four maps, bringing the total to 18 completed Connections Exercise maps. As a part of the Connections Exercise, each participant was asked to prioritize the seven goals of MAP-21. Figure 1 and Table 1 show a breakdown of how each group prioritized these goals: Figure 1 - Connections Exercise MAP-21 Goal Priorities Goal 7 - Environment and Resources 7% These totals were based on historic and projected revenues, including existing programmed revenue in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and also considered funding changes brought about by MAP-21. Participants were also asked to choose areas that needed new or enhanced bus service, bike/pedestrian enhanced corridors, and bike gap/barricade removal. There was no dollar amount assigned to these pieces. Once the group came to a consensus on transportation improvements and enhancements, game pieces were adhered to the map board. Conclusion After the Connections Exercise, Mr. Moe and Wade E. Kline of Metro COG gave a few brief closing remarks. Goal 6 - Economic Vitality 13% Goal 5 - Safety and Security 11% Goal 4 - and Use and Transportation 16% Goal 3 - Cost Effectiveness 14% Goal 1 - Maintenance 20% Goal 2 - Efficiency and Performance 19% MAP-21 Goals Table 1 - Connections Exercise MAP-21 Goal Priority Totals Facilitator Group 1 Facilitator Group 2 Facilitator Group 3 Moorhead Group 1 Moorhead Group 2 Moorhead Group 3 Moorhead Group 4 Fargo Group 1 Fargo Group 2 Fargo Group 3 Fargo Group 4 Fargo Group 5 Fargo Group 6 West Fargo Group 1 West Fargo Group 2 West Fargo Group 4 Maintain Our Existing Transportation System Improve the Efficiency, Performance and Connectivity of a Balanced Transportation System Maximize the Cost Effectiveness of Transportation Promote Consistency Between and Use and Transportation Plans to Enhance Mobility and Accessibility West Fargo Group 4 TOTAS 5 Provide Safe and Secure Transportation 11% Support Economic Vitality % 5 Protect the Environment and Conserve 7 7% 7 Resources % 1 19% 2 14% 4 16% 3 Percentage of Total Rank Page 4

58 Metro 2040 Futures Summit - Public Investment Corridors Figure 2 - Futures Summit Summary of Public Investment 29 35th St SE Reiles Acres 45th St N 19th Ave N 81 University Dr N Mapleton th Ave SE PROPOSED DIVERSION 38th St NW West Fargo th St W 9th St NW Center St 9th St E 12th Ave N Fargo 25th St S 18th St N 81 13th Ave S 75 12th Ave N 15th Ave N 7th Ave N 11th St 8th St Main Ave 4th St S 8th St S 20th St S 10 34th St S 7th St NE Moorhead 12th Ave S Dilworth Glyndon IST OF IMPROVEMENTS 94 $20 M 94 32th Ave W 32th Ave S 40th Ave S 17 38th St W 40th Ave W 52nd Ave W Sheyenne St Veterans Blvd 45th St S 42nd St S 29 25th St S 40th Ave S 81 52nd Ave S 3rd St S 75 20th St S 60th Ave S $20 PROPOSED DIVERSION Horace 29 64th Ave S 76th Ave S 88th Ave S 75 80th Ave S Sabin EGEND ow Priority High Priority Maintaining the existing transportation system, improving its efficiency and performance, and promoting consistency between land use and transportation plans were ranked amongst the top MAP-21 goal priorities with regard to the RTP. Protecting the environment and conserving resources was seen as the lest important goal. Figure 2 shows a map detailing the totals amongst groups for various transportation improvements during the Connections Exercise. Thicker lineweights signify that more groups decided to build new lanes or widen existing lanes. The larger the size of icons for major improvements represent more groups supporting that improvement or enhancement. The following is an analysis of the 18 completed Connections Exercises: 15 of the 18 participating groups chose to widen 52nd Ave S in Fargo from 45th St to Sheyenne St; 12 groups widened 52nd Ave S from 42nd St S to 45th St S and 6 groups widened 52nd Ave S from I-29 to 42nd St S 14 groups chose to widen Sheyenne St from I-94 to 52nd Ave in West Fargo; 14 groups also chose to improve the Sheyenne St interchange at I groups added a new interchange at 76th Ave S in Fargo; none of the participating groups chose an interchange at 64th Ave S but five groups did call for a type of grade separation 11 groups chose to widen the eastbound I-29/I94 flyover to two lanes; none of the participating groups chose to build a new westbound flyover 11 groups widened 32nd Ave S in Fargo from 45th St S to Veterans Blvd; 10 groups chose to widen 32nd Ave S from Veterans Blvd to Sheyenne St Groups prioritized segments of I-94 differently, with 11 groups choosing to widen I-94 from I-29 to 25th St S in Fargo and again from the Red River to 8th St S in Moorhead; ten groups widened I-94 from Veterans Blvd to 45th St S in Fargo and from 8th St S and 34th St S in Moorhead 11 groups widened TH 75/8th St S in Moorhead from 32nd Ave S to 60th Ave S 16 of the 18 participating groups chose a railroad grade separation in downtown Moorhead; 11 groups preferred the location at 11th St while 5 groups preferred 8th St Between six and ten groups widened different segments of 76th Ave S from University Dr in Fargo to Sheyenne St in Horace Half of the 18 groups opted to expand the interchange at I-94 and 20th St S in Moorhead Page 5

59 Nine groups chose to widen the bridge at 52nd Ave S and 60th Ave S; nine groups also widened 60th Ave S from the Red River to TH 75 Nine groups widened 19th Ave N in Fargo from 45th St N to I-29 Eight groups approved of widening and removing the toll at 12th St N and 15th St N bridge Six groups widened 45th St S in Fargo from 52nd Ave S to 76th Ave S Six groups chose to widen Sheyenne St from 52 Avenue in West Fargo to 76th Ave S in Horace Five groups chose to place a new interchange on I-94 at CSAH 12 and CSAH 17 south of Glyndon Five groups added a new river crossing at 76th Ave S in Fargo and 80th Ave S in Moorhead; three groups chose a new crossing at 32nd Ave S in Fargo and 40th Ave S in Moorhead Four groups sought to widen I-29 from I-94 to 32nd Ave S in Fargo; three groups sought to widen I-29 down to 40th Ave and two groups widened I-29 to 52nd Ave S Four groups chose a railroad grade separation at Main Ave and 20th St S/21st S S in Moorhead; grade separations were also chosen for 45th St N in Fargo by 19th Ave N, 9th St NE in West Fargo and 7th Ave N in Fargo Three groups chose to enhance 45 Street N in Fargo from 19 Avenue N to 40 Avenue N by Reile s Acres Questionnaires Participants at the Futures Summit were asked to fill out a questionnaire regarding their experience. A total of 31 participants submitted questionnaires to Metro COG. In response to whether there was agreement on future priorities, many participants stated that there was good consensus amongst their groups about the projects and improvements that they chose for the exercise. When asked whether participants felt they had adequate funding for future transportation improvements, 43% answered yes, 36% answered no and 21% answered maybe. Of those that answered no or maybe, several participants added a note that there was not enough local funding for Minnesota. The questionnaire asked participants whether they felt the Futures Summit met two objectives. These objectives were: 1. earn the community s preferences on transportation improvements to study in Metro COG s 2040 Update to the RTP 2. Promote a stronger understanding of and discussions about how growth, transportation needs and transportation funding relate Of the responses received, 97% of participants felt that the Futures Summit met the first objective while 93% believed that the second objective was met. Surveys From July to September, Metro COG posted a survey on its website regarding the RTP. The survey asked respondents to rate various transportation issues in the FM Metropolitan area including roadways, transit, non-motorized modes and development preferences. In response to the question on the most important way transportation could be improved in the FM Metropolitan area, participants offered the following answers: Figure 3 - Quality of Transportation System Components Growth plans that match transportation plans Improve connectivity and multimodal transportation Railroad grade separation in downtown Moorhead Widen Interstates at congestion points and incorporate express lanes Increasing public transportation and making it more user-friendly Make the FM Metropolitan area more bicycle- and pedestrian-friendly Maintain existing transportation system Page 6

60 Figure 4 - Priority of Issues in the Transportation System In response to the question about the priority different issues in the FM Metropolitan area transportation system should receive (Figure 4), a majority of respondents chose safe routes to schools as the highest priority and additional Red River crossings as the lowest priority. In response to the importance of different components of the FM Metropolitan area transportation system (Figure 5), signal timing had the highest average priority and widening roads had the lowest average priority among respondents. Figure 5 - Importance of Components in the Transportation System When questioned about the three most significant transportation challenges in the FM Metropolitan area system (Figure 6), respondents chose increased travel distance, congestion, and aging and deteriorating infrastructure as the most significant challenges. When asked about methods they would support to fund transportation system improvements (Figure 7), impact fees on developers was supported by a majority of respondents followed by increased gas tax and increased vehicle registration fees. In response to situations that they would consider to be examples of traffic congestion (Figure 8), over 80% of respondents selected both driving in traffic that is barely moving or stopped and being stopped by more than two red light cycles at the same traffic light. A total of 74 respondents participated in the online survey. A breakdown of where respondents lived is shown below: Figure 6 - Most Significant Transportation Challenges North Fargo - 10 South Fargo - 34 Moorhead - 23 West Fargo - 1 Dilworth - 1 Barnesville - 1 Outside of area - 2 Chose not to respond - 1 In response to the statement to rate the current quality of components in the FM Metropolitan area transportation system (Figure 3), a majority of respondents chose highways and interstates as having highest quality and bicycle facilities as having the lowest quality. Page 7

61 When asked where respondents experienced congestion, the following locations were given: Figure 7 - Funding Support for Transportation Improvements 25th Street and 13th Avenue S in Fargo 45th Street and 13th Avenue S in Fargo 45th Street and 44th Avenue S in Fargo 28th Street and 32nd Avenue S in Fargo University and 13th Avenue S in Fargo 17th Avenue S in Fargo 1st Street and 2nd Avenue N in Fargo University and 7th Avenue N in Fargo Elm Street and 19th Avenue N in Fargo 8th Street in Moorhead Main Avenue in Moorhead I-94 and TH 75 in Moorhead When asked which two streets or intersections in the region should receive top priority for improvement, respondents offered the following locations: Figure 8 - Examples of Traffic Congestion 45th Street and 13th Avenue S in Fargo 45th Street and 44th Avenue S in Fargo I-29 and 32nd Avenue S in Fargo University and 13th Avenue S in Fargo 1st Street and 2nd Avenue N in Fargo 20th/21st Street and Main Avenue SE in Moorhead I-94 and TH 75 in Moorhead Figure 9 - ikeliness to Increase Transit Use Page 8

62 Figure 10 - ikeliness to Increase Biking or Walking In response to public transit options (Figure 9), a majority of respondents said they would be more likely to use transit if there was increased frequency of service, travel times were improved, or if light rail service was added. Figure 11 -Support for Growth and Development Strategies When questioned about non-motorized modes (Figure 10), a majority of respondents said they would be more likely to increase biking and walking to a destination is more trails and bike lanes were added and if existing trails and bike lanes were connected in the FM Metropolitan area. When asked about preferences for growth and development strategies (Figure 11), respondents chose building more bicycle and pedestrian facilities and improving traffic flow with electronic signs, better signal timing, and personal notification. Building more streets had the least support. Figure 12 - Important Factors in Selecting Transportation Projects Regarding the three most important factors to consider when selecting transportation projects (Figure 12), respondents chose factors that had the highest benefits for the least cost and increase choice as their primary and secondary choices. Factors that encourage infill development and help conserve the environment tied for third. Page 9

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