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RESPONSE - RFP - 7100 JEFFERSON STREET ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS PROJECT
Io Cit an C0I11S RE�ILIZE THE VISIOOI\l PROPOSAL FOR RFP 7100 Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Pr llb to FEBRUARY OD' �C i OT !�dda ----T O UEPARjENF TRANSPOFTTATION— c lJ Q l I ..r 7-11 J, \ 011671SSI10 `rt Collms �-- •000© Corridor Critical Issues HW REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project city of ort Co ins Task 5: Analyze Jefferson Street Corridor's relationship to the existing transportation network Deliverable: Technical memorandum 3: Definition of the Jefferson Street Corridor Following data collection, an integrated issues and opportunities assessment of the corridor will be developed. This multi - disciplined contextual assessment will analyze existing and forecasted multimodal circulation and land use to create criteria to screen recommendations for future improvements. Following the development of the contextual assessment, our team will work with the PMT and TAC to determine evaluation criteria that will be agreed upon by the EOC. The criteria will include agreed upon standards for traffic flow, access, parking, trip distribution, and multimodal transportation development within the Jefferson Street Corridor. Additional evaluation criteria for alternatives may include: • Highway capacity • Railroad operations Existing business impacts • People trips • Vehicle safety • Railroad safety • Bike and pedestrian safety • Motor carrier operations • Parking opportunities • Business development opportunities • Visual enhancements • Right-of-way requirements • Construction cost • Phasing opportunities Task 6: Update current and projected traffic conditions and conduct traffic analysis Deliverables: Technical memorandum 4: Jefferson Street Traffic Conditions; Technical memorandum 5: Jefferson Street Corridor Traffic Analysis Using the same methodology from Task 4, analysis will be conducted to establish 2020 (interim) and 2035 (future) traffic conditions, service levels, and corridor and intersection delay providing both an interim and future no action condition to which all design alternatives will be compared. Development of the interim traffic conditions supports the potential for phasing corridor improvements. Prioritization of the dedicated funding and programming for future improvements also provides the opportunity to reassess the impacts of significant traffic generators that are anticipated during the planning horizon. Review of the transportation improvements and general land uses planned within the Jefferson Street Corridor influence area will be completed with Fort Collins, Using land use data, we will work with DDA, and CDOT at the onset of the project. the city and DDa to determine realistic development timeframes for current PBS&J has extensive experience with review and remediation of near- and long- projects and for future redevelopment term projected growth for travel demand tasks. Socioeconomic data included in the opportunities. These will be factored into travel demand models are often not up-to-date due to model revision timeframes. the analysis of future traffic operations and changes in character as alternatives are In addition, local agencies typically have a higher resolution of population and developed. infrastructure growth projections for their jurisdiction. This disparity in growth projections between the MPO's macroscopic model and Fort Collins' models can lead to noticeable differences in travel demand projections. PBS&J has encountered such issues and has successfully revised underlying growth assumptions to match growth projections developed by local jurisdictions. The C-470 Environmental Assessment, the SH 392 Environmental Overview Study, and 1-70 East Corridor EIS are a few examples of projects where PBS&J successfully reviewed and reconciled or revised population and infrastructure growth projections. PBS&J will draw upon these similar experiences to ensure that the traffic demand projections for the study area is truly in -line with Fort Collins' growth vision. We bring a wealth of experience in developing alternatives that accommodate not only the future traffic needs but also provide multimodal improvements for bicycles, pedestrians, and transit including the special considerations when placing a roundabout in the vicinity of an active rail line. Specific examples of our team's experience are presented in Table 3. Interim and future traffic conditions will be analyzed for each of these elements to identify the optimal alternative and phasing plan to meet the traffic needs of all corridor users. WREALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project Challenge: Forecast future traffic conditions by preparing a visual simulation model Solution: An agreed upon future conditions traffic simulation model is the foundation for the evaluation of proposed alternatives and requires consensus among Fort Collins, CDOT, and NFR MPO. Emily Flagg will manage the traffic analysis and modeling task. Future traffic volumes along the project corridor will be a significant element in developing feasible alternatives. Prior to beginning the analysis of any alternative, a comprehensive review of the recently published 2035 NFR MPO model, historic growth patterns, and recent traffic volumes will be conducted. Table 4 identifies two key traffic forecasting issues and our proposed solutions. Working with the NFR MPO, Fort Collins, and DDA we will use the existing NFR model and refine it relevant to the corridor. Similarly, 2020 traffic volumes will be developed to analyze corridor improvements in phases. Before continuing, TAC input and, potentially EOC agreement on future traffic volumes, may be required. Table 3 - Traffic Operations Success Project Marquette Road Roundabouts, Team Members Troy Pankratz Key Issue Addressed Situated near an active rail line and a highway that Wisconsin DOT (ORT) includes oversized trucks. Close proximity to Smith East Corridor Commuter Carrie Wallis Road and multiple at -grade Rail and UPRR Freight Track and track crossings for transit and Relocation, UPRR and RTD Dan Liddle freight rail. Eleven locations included quiet zone design. SH 6 Roundabout, Eagle County Sue Grabler Edge of roundabout was 40 feet from track and on key and CDOT Region 3 (DEA) access to business. Table 4 - Traffic Forecasting Challenges and Solutions Apprsiacni3omuoein Traffic modeling will include the Is there a metering effect due to Jefferson/College and Jefferson/Mulberry intersection conditions at Jefferson/ intersections. Forecast volumes at these College and Jefferson/Mulberry? locations will determine if they control the future traffic growth. A workshop with CDOT, NFR MPO, NFR MPO model may not accurately and Fort Collins Traffic Engineers is reflect future conditions. proposed to reach agreement on the 2035 traffic projections. Task 7: Evaluate and recommend specific applications to traffic operations Deliverable: Technical Memorandum 6: Recommend transportation system applications Intersection treatments and ITS applications will be developed to promote safety and improve corridor traffic operations. Multiple applications are available to promote safety for all corridor travel modes: • Traffic systems can be equipped with queue jump signals and software to facilitate transit needs. • A combination of bicycle detection and accessibility of pedestrian push buttons from the bicycle lanes can help facilitate fluid bicycle traffic. • Corner bulbouts and in -pavement lighting systems are alternatives to improve pedestrian safety at crosswalks. To enhance commuter and railroad crossing safety, applicable ITS applications, such as an inexpensive blank out signs, will be considered. 0 PBS&J has used these elements in the Downtown Connector Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project in Clark County, Nevada and the Cascade Avenue Improvements project in Montrose, Colorado. Options such as dynamic message signs (DMS) can have multiple uses both within the corridor and approaching the corridor for advance warning of a train at the Mountain/Lincoln/Jefferson intersection, wayfinding information for travelers, and potentially more broad traveler information including weather and events. Closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras are another multiuse application that can provide operations management and data collection capabilities. PBS&J applied similar ITS applications on the Bell Road Arterial DMS Design in Maricopa County, Arizona. FW REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project Challenge: Managing traffic operations Solution: Proximity of the railroad tracks to the Mountain/Riverside/Jefferson intersection, as well as the use of Jefferson Street as a truck route, play critical roles in the development of intersection alternatives and overall corridor operations. Evaluation of intersection alternatives will include identifying specific treatments to prevent queuing on Jefferson Street at the existing railroad crossing and ensuring mobility of large trucks, including double trailers, is maintained. Limiting the travel time impacts of the redesigned corridor will enhance the opportunity to extend the Fort Collins downtown experience for locals and visitors alike. Our team has the expertise in developing and evaluating appropriate intersection treatments to address multiple constraints. Similar to the Marquette Road project that Troy designed with Wisconsin DOT situated near an active rail line and a highway actively used by oversized trucks. Roundabout designs can be developed to accommodate both potential issues at the Mountain/Riverside/Jefferson intersection. Phase 3: Assembling and Designing the Parts to Achieve the Vision Phase 3 forms a concept plan and an initial set of alternatives. During this phase, we will focus on examining and refining the best alternatives for further consideration. We will involve stakeholders to help ensure that the ultimate selected alternative has broad consent. Task 8: Identify alternatives and conduct alternatives analysis Our team will work with Fort Collins, DDA, and CDOT to deliver a successful, cost-effective, and implementable package of improvements. We recognize that providing quality and cost-effective alternatives early in the process will lead to quicker informed consensus. As a result, PBS&J has already begun to identify and evaluate potential design alternatives to realize the Downtown River District vision. We fully understand the design challenges and our team members are ready to begin work immediately. The alternatives are separated into three sections for discussion purposes: Jefferson/Mountain intersection, Jefferson/Linden intersection, and the Jefferson Street typical section. Typical street sections and concept roundabout design are displayed on page 14. Jefferson/Mountain Intersection — This intersection is a key element of this project. It serves as the gateway to the "Old Town" district and future land use opportunities. Improving the mobility, decreasing congestion, and enhancing air quality are all dependent on the alternatives proposed at this location. Our approach includes reviewing this intersection in series with adjacent signalized intersections and independently. Table 5 describes key challenges for the intersection and the approach and benefits our team has developed. Traditional intersection improvements will be considered including corridor progression analysis, signal timing opportunities like split phasing or geometric, and signing/striping enhancements. Storage lengths and free flowing turn movements will be investigated, as well as signing and ITS features to enhance movements approaching and through this location. In addition, roundabout designs will be investigated and analyzed as they have the ability to improve both mobility and air quality. INNOVATIVE CONCEPT Back -in Angle Parking - Similar to both parallel and standard angle parking; the driver enters the stall by stopping and backing. The benefit is improved view of the on- coming street traffic. A major challenge we anticipate will be reaching agreement on potential roundabout geometrics. The forecasted 2035 traffic volumes that the project team has prepared for the Jefferson Street Corridor using the NFR MPO model are at the upper limit of a one lane layout; however, the conflicting movements are low and one lane may be acceptable. The Downtown River District Streetscape Improvements Project recommended a roundabout with a nearly 200 foot diameter. We believe this diameter can be reduced, maintaining truck mobility and reducing potential right-of-way costs. The PBS&J team will work closely with Fort Collins using simulation modeling tools to evaluate scenarios. We propose to work with CDOT and Fort Collins traffic engineers in a workshop setting to reach mutual agreement on the layouts and alternatives. WREALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project aty of ort Co Ins Table 5 - Jefferson and Mountain Intersection Challenges and Team Benefits Issue Key Design Challenge/PBS&I Approach PBS&J Team Benefit Richard Griffin with MERCO will demonstrate the air quality Air quality Ensure compliance with CMAQ guidelines benefit for each alternative and will address the CMAQ guidelines. Pedestrian and Alternatives must provide safe and reliable bicycle and Troy Russ and other team members will apply sustainable living streets concepts to address the integration of land use bicycle mobility pedestrian operations and pedestrian/bicycle safety and mobility. Visual aesthetics Roundabout provides entryway. Intersection will require Perry Palmer, landscape architect, will render enhanced special landscaping visual treatments. Evaluation of the Jefferson/Mountain intersection will Parking Maximize available parking or potential to add parking consider typical section options for the selection of a preferred alternative, while considering parking needs. Right-of-way and Potential access impacts, property owner input (gas station, Fully agreed upon geometries will result in a high level of confidence in the right-of-way impact and construction access Subaru maintenance facility) cost. Congestion Implementation of beneficial traffic management strategies Jay Dinkins provides ITS, traveler information, and management that meet CMAQ funding requirements operations management strategies to manage congestion. Capacity Traffic volumes indicate a one lane roundabout may be near capacity; volume forecasts and operational analysis are Troy Pankratz is an industry leading expert on modern critical roundabouts and will ensure an effective design. Sue Grabler and Troy Pankratz understand UPRR guidelines Safety/railroad Close proximity of roundabout to railroad crossing and slow and roundabout design; together they will mitigate safety concerns. VISSIM model will visually demonstrate the moving trains may impact vehicle flow on Jefferson Street impact to Jefferson Street traffic flow when trains are present. Mobility and CMCA is concerned about delay from stop/start of trucks and VISSIM model will visually demonstrate the truck accessibility adequate design radii capacity operations. Transit operations Ensure efficient operation of transit routes (5, 14, etc.) Emily Flagg has experience working on BRT and queue jumping projects. Jefferson/Linden Intersection — The tight business setback and Jefferson Street Park limit the alternatives available to enhance the vehicular mobility at this location. Key challenges at this intersection include improving the mobility of bicycles and pedestrians, as well as coordinating and blending with the proposed Linden Street improvements. Some potential alternatives to enhance this location include: Pedestrian Improvement and Streetscaping — Construct curb bulbouts, landscaped cross -walks and sidewalk, and additional entryway statement enhancements. (This option will maintain existing street geometrics/laneage.) Limited Access Intersection — Restrict northbound left- and southbound left -turn INNOVATIVE CONCEPT movements from Jefferson Street onto Linden Street. A center raised median for the turn restrictions will be included, while left turns from Linden onto Jefferson will remain. Pedestrian improvement and streetscaping will be included in this design. Jefferson Corridor Typical Section — Alternatives to improve the geometrics of the full Jefferson Street Corridor will need to balance each mode of transportation: cars, trucks, transit, bicycles, and pedestrian as well as improve the visual aspects and economic viability of the area. The tight right-of-way constraints also play a significant role in alternative development and necessitate a little give and take for each mode in order to be successful. Our team has thought about the possibilities within the corridor and have developed numerous typical section alternatives, which are presented on page 14. Back of Curb Bicycle Lane - The parking lane is between the travel lane and bike lane. The benefit is improved bicycle safety that results from the protection allowed by the parking lane. PW REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project o�� coulns • O O O • Jefferson Street Alternative Concepts Jefferson/Mountain intersection roundabout Corridor typical sections option Improvements to the Jefferson/Mountain intersection must consider -traffic operations, ROW, access, Numerous typical section options will be evaluated for the Jefferson Street corridor. Several potential options shown in the following exhibit and the adjacent, railroad crossing. The final agreed upon alternative for this; intersection must address are presented as a starting point for the stimulation of ideas. During the stakholder collaboration process these will be further developed and stakeholdenwncems while'at the same tlme'cr'eate a design that encourages' -the d6delppment of the additional alternatives added. Currently, the roadway operates well for traffic moving through the city but it has created a barrier between ;Downtown River District. One pgtttential sojutipn is a roundabout The�malo considciaiioins are shown historic Old Town and the River District. The businesses along Jefferson Street have a difficult time surviving, there is no sense of arrival to inthis exhlbrt. Traditional signaled intersection optionswill alsobe°evaluahxl'at this loc ahon 5-:, downtown fort Collins and the corridor is not pedestrian friendly. T avkm . v . 4 } v6s r TO'EXISTINGROW r' } �*, . '�. . Da J �!.,�{R r ,a ♦ `���� �, — ^-•,i M4tiOWIW00..Ft R^V-.�. '9 �\.+ IJ �u tl �` ; q 1 w9a<.rttufWGtPWJOOti Rw�SIDOM}fp� EXISTING 1 � 70'EXISTWG RGW MEXISTUM ROW d 1: s_ 2 THRU LANEA;ENTER TURN LANE/PARKING LANES 3 THRU LANES✓CENTER TURN LANE/PARKING LANE i' TO'EXISTTNGROW TaEXISTINGROW r f y, L O � wm EWJrNTJfI-P1 - _ ^ ^+ KitY�• ,. L i ' � I -, _j N�W'Oa4TYK Fl •Fi � 0 Legend I _ d fi,t r1 - a ' at Emergency Access Traffic Operations -- - ('ROWof tions of consider Environmental _ vehicles t Accessof the Railroad_ ♦ RESTRICTED ACCESS/ 2 THRU LANES/ NO PARKING 3 THRU LANESIPARKING LANE&BIKE LANE 04 REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project Wit_ Collins Task 8.1: Alternative Development Workshop Another key element of this project is the Alternative Development r Workshop. During this workshop, the most effective alternatives will be reviewed and evaluated by the ultimate users and benefactors, the local businesses, and public. Our team used the workshop format on the US 6 Corridor in Eagle County; Colorado Boulevard in Idaho Springs; and the 1-70 East Corridor EIS in Denver. It has been highly successful for two reasons: 1. It allows the project team to generate multidiscipline ideas and discuss issues together —maximizing efficiency and productivity, and Within a stakeholder design workshop, 2. Evolution of ideas and design decisions are discussed in a public forum, allowing the initial set of alternatives obtained stakeholders to see how their conceptual ideas are translated into specific from previous studies and additional transportation alternatives. concepts developed by the PMT and Tac p will be used for the concept plan. This workshop will be the centerpiece for developing the Jefferson Street Corridor. During the workshop, our team will use design sessions to encourage stakeholders, designers, engineers, and the public to share experiences, ideas, and expertise to develop a wide range of design and planning alternatives. Workshop participants will be able to determine how proposed alternatives will address their concern and allow them to provide input on their priorities. The evaluation criteria will be presented for agreement and will be used to screen alternatives for fatal flaws or unacceptable characteristics. The workshop will include times that the public will be welcome to attend and receive individual attention to discuss their unique questions and concerns, and provide input. The workshop will focus on developing specific contextual alternatives, improving multimodal choices, developing living street and infrastructure strategies, expanding connectivity, and enabling land use redevelopment. Interested stakeholders and the public will be encouraged and welcomed to work with project designers in this open house format. Phase 4: Testing, Refining, and Establishing Implementation Actions 0 The concept plan and the alternatives that remain following the design workshop will be tested, refined, and packaged into a preliminary set of recommendations for TAC review. Issues not resolved during the workshop will be further analyzed. Task 8.2: Develop Alternative Packages and Strategies Following the workshop, we will further develop and evaluate the impact, and conduct trade-off analysis of the alternatives developed. This will include opportunities and constraints analysis for each, with a focus on evaluation criteria (developed previously), which will most likely include minimizing right-of-way; maximizing community assets; and understanding all capital costs, traffic impacts, and utility impacts. These results will be presented to the EOC for discussion and approval. One key component of the alternatives analysis is developing realistic cost estimates. With limited funding, accurate cost estimates are crucial. Our proven cost estimating process ensures our cost estimates are accurate (see Table 6). First, we consider a relative risk analysis of the key components to determine the most likely variations. Then, we use data from recently awarded projects in the Table 6 - Cost Estimating History area and throughout Colorado, as well as close coordination with the contracting community, to ensure our unit costs are reasonable. This effort results in reliable cost estimates that will provide you the confidence to go before your Council and others to seek funding. Project C I ien t Engineering Estimate Award Cost South Taft Hill Road Improvements City of Fort Collins $1,166,000 $1,031,500 East Harmony Road Bridge Over Fossil City of Fort Collins $2,057,700 $1,499,700 Creek Reservoir Inlet RidgeGate Parkway and 1-25 Interchange Design City of Lone Tree $18,996,155 _ $17,223,000 SH 9 - Valley Brook Street to Coyne CDOT Region 1 $6,455,626 $6,105,598 Valley Road - Phase II Colorado Boulevard (1-70K) CDOT Region 1 $2,799,800 $2,856,300 Reconstruction WREALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project Fort Collins Phase 5: Packaging the Results and Positioning for Success We will package the results of the stakeholder engagement and the technical memorandums into a concise Alternatives Summary Report that will serve to illustrate the important concepts and design recommendations. Task 8.3: Develop Alternatives Summary Report Deliverable: Alternatives Summary Report A summary of the alternatives development process, description of the screening process, and alternative packaging will be documented. Working with the PMT, we will prepare an alternatives process and format. The focus will be on providing a simple, visual manner to present findings. The final Alternatives Summary Report will discuss key decision points in the process. It will contain a description of the stakeholder involvement process, purpose analysis, design option assessment, recommendations, and implementation strategies. Task 9: Select preferred alternative Deliverable: Preferred Alternative Package As a result of the Alternatives Summary Report, the project team will recommend a preferred alternative that best addresses the project's goals, objectives, and purpose. The recommendation will be presented to the EOC for agreement. Having hand -selected a dynamic team, our engineering group, led by Dan Liddle, will advance the conceptual design to a level that the project team is comfortable with. Our team is not just preparing alternatives, we are creating realistic engineering solutions. Task 10: Prepare implementation plan and finance strategy Deliverable: Implementation and finance plan 0 The implementation plan will serve as the guide for all elements of phasing and transportation funding. In partnership with the PMT, TAC, and EOC, we will establish an alternative that fully integrates land use, incorporates sustainable solutions, and provides multimodal transportation that not only serves the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians but also those of the railroad and motor carriers. Understanding available funding and potential constraints will be essential. We will investigate all appropriate opportunities including: • Fort Collins: CIP and other city department budget options • CDOT: FASTER, safety, surface treatment, and mobility • NFR MPO: CMAQ, Enhancement, and STP Metro • Grants: Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and the new program "Partnership for Sustainable Communities" that combines funding from DOT, HUD, EPA, ARRA, and local funds. Using this information we will identify anticipated funding streams by year. This will most likely require schedule flexibility and compatibility to incorporate the timely pursuit of grants or submissions for project construction. We will identify meaningful phased projects that consider available funding. A phased project approach will allow Fort Collins to make Jefferson Street Corridor improvements efficiently. In addition, partnering with other departments and their respective improvements can also save the community money and unwanted commuter frustration. Future projects following the Alternatives Analysis Study may need to be adjusted to meet any necessary funding criteria or constraints. PBS&J has experience working with communities to develop flexible funding construction packages and funding scenarios including Colorado Boulevard in Idaho Springs and multiple construction packages using CDOT, local, and DOLA funding. The implementation plan will include funding and phasing strategy as determined. It will also include short-term improvements and next steps for the project, such as environmental clearances required. PW REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project City t coulns • • • • Jefferson Street Schedule Notice to Proceed Fri 226110 Fri 2/26/10 Phase 1: Uncovering Goals and Vision Mon 311/10 Thu 4/22/10 Task 1: Establish decision process and comm. protocols Mon 3/1/10I Fri 3/12/10 Identify stakeholders and establish team members Mon 318/10 Fri 3/12I70 Task 2: Refine project purpose, objectives, goals Mon 3116110 Fri L26/10 Prepare purpose, objectives, goals technical memorandum j Mon 3115110 Fri 3/26/10 Concurrence point: goals and vision (EOC mtg) Toe 4/6110 Tue 4/6ll0 Transportation Board Meeting #1 Wed 421/10 Wed 4121/10 Public Meeting (jointly with other City projects) Thu 4/22/10 Thu 4122110 Phase 2: Understanding the character and function Mon 3/1I10 Tue 8124110 Task 4: Document existing conditions Mon 311/10 Fri 6/21110 Conduct assessment of existing conditions Mon 311/10I Fri 3/19/10 Review previous studies/reports Mon 311/10 Fri 3/5/10 Ped and bike assessment j Mon 318/10 Fri 3/19110 Review/refine model assumptions j Mon 318/10 Fri 42/10 Review/refine 2035 traffic forecasts Mon 4/5110 1 Fri 423/10 Conduct traffic operations analysis j Mon 426/10 1 Fri 5/7/10 Prepare existing conditions technical memorandum Mon 5110/10 Fri 521110 Task 5: Analyze relationship to existing transportation network j Mon 524110 1 Fri 7/9110 Issues and opportunities assessment j Mon 5/241101 Fri 6118110 Develop evaluation criteria Mon 5124110 Fri 6/18/10 Prepare corridor definition technical memorandum Mon 621/10 Fri 7/9/10 Concurrence point: oval criteria and model assumptions (EOC Mfg) { Tue 629110 Tue 629/10 Task 6: Update currentlprojected traffic conditionslanalysis Wed 6130110 Tue 9/3/10 Prepare no action and action traffic forecasts j Wed 6/30/10 Tue 7/13/10 Prepare traffic conditions technical memorandum Wed 7114/10 Tue 813/10 Prepare traffic analysis technical memorandum Wed 7/14/101 Tue 8l3/10 Task 7: Evaluate traffic operations Wed SI4I10III Tua 8/24/10 Prepare transportation systems application technical memorandum Wed 8/4110 1 Tue 824I10 Phase 3: Assemble/design to achieve vision 1 Mon 6/24/101 Wed 8/26I10 Task 8: Alternatives development Mon 5124/10 1 Wed 825/10 Task 8.1: Alternatives analysis workshop j Wed 825/10 Wed 825/10 Phase 4: Test, refine, establish implementation actions j Thu 8/26/101 Wed 9/22110 Task 8.2: Develop alternative packages and strategies Thu 826/10 1 Wed 922/10 Concurrence point: alternative packages and strategies (EOC Mfg) j Tue 921/101 Tue 9121110 Phase 5: Packaging results/position for success j Thu 9/2/10 Tue 12/7I10 Task 8.3: Develop ahematives summary report i Thu B/2I70 Wed 922/10 Task 9: Select preferred alternative i Thu 9/23/10 Thu 9123110 Task 10: Prepare implementation plan and finance strategy i Fri 924/10 Thu 1021/10 Concurrence point adoption of preferred and Implementation plan (EOC Mtg) ! Mon 11/1/10 Mon 11/1/10 Transportation Board Meeting #2 Wed 11/17/10 1 Wed 1l/17110 Public Meeting gointly with other City projects) Thu 11118/10 Thu 111118110 City Council Meeting (adopt study recommendations) i Tue 12/7/10 1 Tue 12/7/10 Task 3: Stakeholder coordination and public Involvement Tue 319/10 Tue 12114/10 PMT Meetings i Tue 319/10 T. 12/14110 TAC Meetings Tue 319/10 Tue 1t/9I10 Task I ) Milestone 4' summary qpmmmmmmmmv PW REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project Cjty of F6rt Collins IV. Project Team Qualifications Within a dynamic urban environment, we understand this project must address the traffic demands of SH 14 while balancing the needs of vehicle, transit, pedestrian, and bicycle business customers. Our preferred alternative will expand and enhance the sustainable, multimodal development to the east of Jefferson Street. We are committed to achieving this legacy and vision for the future. Project Management Experienced in transportation design and collaborative decision making, Carrie will facilitate the successful selection of a preferred alternative. She will be supported by a team of senior professionals, each with a key responsibility to ensure project success. Carrie's enthusiasm and corridor knowledge make her perfectly suited to successfully deliver a consensus solution. Committed to delivering responsive and quality services, Carrie specifically formulated our team and project approach philosophy to address the Fort Collins' needs. She is already familiar with: • Downtown River District Streetscape Improvement Project, Downtown Alleys Master Plan, and other key documents • Fort Collins processes and organization • Current corridor conditions • Stakeholders and their respective issues With diverse experience as a project manager, Carrie will be responsible for the delivery of a broadly supported preferred alternative. Carrie has over eleven years in transportation planning and design that includes multimodal alternative development and evaluation, conceptual roadway and intersection design, traffic engineering, environmental analysis, agency coordination, extensive public involvement, project management, cost estimating, and scheduling. Team builder, consensus leader, and proactive communicator are just a few ways clients describe Carrie. She develops agreed upon sustainable solutions, implements proven project management techniques, listens, and manages budgets. Carrie provides the following benefits to this project: • Carrie continually exceeds client expectations by listening and providing quality innovative solutions in a prompt manner. • Using a comprehensive community approach to the 1-70 East Corridor EIS, Carrie has gained the support and trust of all stakeholders and the local citizens. • Carrie has helped provide community -focused solutions to a variety of communities along the US 50 corridor. • As a result of her broad experience, she understands that an alternative must be affordable to be considered. • On the US 6 Corridor Study in Eagle County, Carrie helped CDOT and the community develop a vision and multimodal plan for the future. Core Management Team and Key Project Staff For 19 years, Troy has been at the forefront of providing clients integrated land -use and Troy Russ transportation strategies and implementation -focused design solutions vitalizing urban Mobility environments. Troy will focus on the movement of people —by automobile, transit, 70% available bicycles, and foot —improving the quality of the trip and applying land -use solutions to assist in the selection of a preferred alternative. Troy's experience will: • Provide our team with balanced multimodal solutions similar to what he achieved on the East Boulevard Corridor in Charlotte, North Carolina. • Integrate a CSS-based approach similar to the integrated land use and transportation plan completed for US 17/92 in Central Florida. REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project V4 ri :s 1 I An employee -owned company February 3, 2010 John D. Stephen, CPPO, CPPB City of Fort Collins' Purchasing Division 215 North Mason Street, 2nd Floor Fort Collins, Colorado 80524 RE: RFP No. 7100: Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project Dear Mr. Stephen and Selection Committee Members, Attentively following this project for over 16 months, Carrie and Emily review the corridor with Scott Weeks. The PBS&J team is structured to meet each of the project challenges ensuring successful delivery of a preferred alternative that is supported by all of the stakeholders. We have been researching this project for the past 16 months involving: • Meeting with each of the stakeholders to develop an in-depth project understanding • Partnering with the very best professionals for both local and national expertise • Formulating a unique approach to reach consensus and ensure executive leadership support • Reviewing previous studies, conducting site visits, and collecting data to fully understand the site constraints/challenges • Developing potential solutions to hit the ground running immediately upon notice to proceed PBS&J provides the City of Fort Collins (Fort Collins) with five major benefits. 1. Extensive corridor knowledge. We have walked this corridor on numerous occasions including a site visit with your project manager, Scott Weeks. We understand the challenges and future opportunities that exist within its area of influence. Our team organization and project approach is formed upon this understanding. 2. Stakeholder relationships and insights. We have met with key stakeholders including Fort Collins, Downtown Development Authority (DDA), Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado Motor Carriers Association (CMCA), and Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR). PBS&J has worked with each of these stakeholders. Trust is critical to reach agreement; we have established or are actively building trust with each key stakeholder. 3. Proven approach to fully support collaborative solutions. Through previous collaborative processes, we know what works and does not work. For example, it is critical to have both technical staff and executive decision maker support. We present an integrated collaborative decision process resulting in a fully supported alternative. 4. Unmatched local and national industry experts. Jefferson Street requires state-of-the-art solutions employing best practices. The PBS&J team consisting of PBS&J; AECOM (formerly Glatting Jackson Kercher Anglin); David Evans and Associates (DEA); Ourston Roundabout Engineering (Ourston); and Smiley and Co., Ltd. (Smiley), provide industry experts who have worked on numerous Fort Collins projects and bring experiences in national roundabout design, living streets application, and railroad coordination. 5. Experience delivering innovative multimodal solutions. Our team has worked on some of the most challenging and complex projects in the region and nationally. These have involved the application of unique alternatives, such as back -in angle parking, back of curb bicycle lanes, roundabouts, curb bulbouts, and intelligent transportation system (ITS) components. The Jefferson Street Corridor serves all modes of transportation, and the preferred alternative must involve beneficial improvement for all users. We understand the project goals. Our professionals are motivated. PBS&J in partnership with Fort Collins will Realize the Vision. Carrie Wallis is your point of contact for additional information. She can be contacted by telephone (303.221.7275), fax (303.221.7276) or e-mail (cwallis@pbsj.com). We acknowledge receipt of Addendum 1. We look forward to the opportunity to further present our qualifications and project approach to Fort Collins. Sincerely, :j;,r:' Carrie Wallis, PE, LEED AP Project Manager Je A2 e an, PE Principal in Charge 4601 OTC Boulevard • Suite 700 9 Denver, Colorado 80237 9 Telephone: 303.221.7275 • Fax: 303.221.7276 9 www.pbsi.com city of ort` o Ins O Carolyna provides assessment, planning, and facilitation services for multi- Carolyna party stakeholders including community, military, and government organizations Involvement/Public throughout the western United States. She is a referral mediator for the Boulder Bar Facilitation Association, the Institute for Environmental Conflict/Morris K. Udall Foundation, and 75%, available the Association for Conflict Resolutions. Applying the skills and experience she has developed, Carolyna will lead the facilitation process for this project including: Coordinate and facilitate all EOC meetings throughout the project using a process similar to what she recently did with the consortium of CDOT, RTD, DRCOG, City and County of Denver, and the consultants at Denver Union Station. Oversee issue management to identify and to resolve issues early — similar to what she has successfully done on the Denver Union Station Master Plan for RTD, CDOT, DRCOG, and City and County of Denver. For the past 22 years, Dan has been providing his clients with value -based solutions to Dan Liddle, PE address dynamic and complex transportation problems. Dan has extensive experience Alternatives Development developing viable transportation alternatives and a variety of geometric layouts for 75% available roads and highways for clients including Douglas County, Castle Rock, and Weld County. In addition, Dan has been providing unparalleled service to Fort Collins through the annual on -call project in all areas of the city. As a result, he understands Fort Collins' process and organization. Dan will focus on: • Providing quality preliminary plans similar to those delivered on the Harmony Road project. • Delivering realistic and cost -sensitive alternatives for review just as he did on the 1-70 East Corridor EIS. Jeff will bring his 28 years of experience to use as he assists with agency coordination Jeff Kullman, PE and developing realistic funding strategies. As the CDOT Region 1 Director, Jeff was ci Prin ' instrumental in developing the process, format, and ultimately delivery of the first Coordination collaborative agreement on a CDOT NEPA project; the 1-70 Mountain Corridor. This and Funding i 70% available experience of working closely with diverse stakeholders provides him insight into addressing everyone's key needs and desires. Additionally, Jeff will help the team develop a funding and implementation plan for this project. Jeff will ensure that: Fort Collins is provided a comprehensive and innovative funding plan similar to what he did on the North College project. CDOT and CMCA coordination is effective, as a result of his understanding of their organizations and existing relationships. As a result of over 30 years working in the UPRR organization, Sue has a thorough rSue Grabler understanding of railroad issues, needs, and requirements. While working for the Railroad CoordinationUPRR, she was involved with Fort Collins railroad planning studies. Sue has already met with the key stakeholders at UPRR and has solid relationships with their staff. Sue will be responsible for: Coordinating with the UPRR to gain their trust of a truly collaborative process similar to what she provided for the City of Spokane on the Fish Lake Trail project. Providing railroad expertise to ensure all designs meet railroad requirements as a result of her experience working for UPRR. REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project ort`�l"s Key Project Team Our core team will be supported by the expertise and specialized skills of the following professionals. We believe that to provide Fort Collins with the highest quality alternatives and design, you must have specialists that provide detailed project enhancements. The following Project Support Team table provides the role and benefit to Fort Collins. Table 9 - Project Support Team Staff/Role Rel evant Experience Melissa Allen, AICP Local planning knowledge and • Transportation Master Plan, Fort Collins, CO Transportation Planner experience • 1-70 East Corridor EIS, Denver, CO Nancy Clanton, PE, LEED AP (CLA) Personal commitment to sustainable • California/Blake Conversion, Denver, CO Lighting Design Engineer design • Anthem at Broomfield Lighting, Broomfield, CO Jay Dinkins, PE Innovative ITS tools and techniques • Bell Road Arterial DMS, Phoenix, AZ ITS Engineer • Cowboys Stadium, Arlington, TX Robin Dornfest, PG (CTL) Geotechnical engineering and Mason Street Corridor BRT, Fort Collins, CO Geotechnical Engineer pavement design • 1-70/Eby Creek Road Interchange Design, Eagle, Emily Flagg, PE Modeling and alternative analysis CO Traffic Engineer intersection design • Cascade Avenue Improvements Design, Montrose, CO Mohan Garakhalli, PE, PTOE Detailed modeling experience • Transportation Master Plan, Fort Collins, CO Traffic Engineer statewide with NFR MPO • 1-70 East Corridor EIS, Denver, CO Richard Griffin, PE (MRC) Air quality monitoring and analysis for • T-REX Air Quality: 1-25 Widening & Light Rail Air Quality Specialist CMAQ conformation Project, Denver, CO Michelle Hansen, PE (STF) Fort Collins design experience and • North College Design, Fort Collins, CO • Mason Street Trail (Harmony to Spring Creek), Fort Design Engineer coordination Collins, CO John Hoffecker (MRC) Significant understanding of western • Denver Union Station EIS, Denver, CO Archaeologist archaeological resources • 1-25 and Crossroads Blvd., Loveland, CO • East Corridor - Freight Relocation, Denver, CO Josh Holton, PE, CFM Design of all storm drainage systems • Castle Pines Metro District Drainage Maintenance Hydraulics Engineer and floodplain analysis Capital Improvements Metro Plan, Castle Pines, CO Lee Kunselman, PE Fort Collins design experience and • RidgeGate Interchange Design, Lone Tree, CO Design Engineer utility coordination • Turn Lanes Design, Fort Collins, CO Gary Leak, PLS (DEA) Survey and ROW design coordination • Arapahoe Road and Parker Road Interchange, Parker, CO Survey/ROW Agent and plans FasTracks West Corridor, Denver, CO Ian Lockwood (AEC) Context sensitive solutions and traffic • Dixie Highway Study, West Palm Beach, FL Transportation Planner calming • State Route 50 Study, Middleburg, VA Perry Palmer, RLA (DEA) Comprehensive, natural, and context • Arapahoe Road and Parker Road Interchange Design, Parker, CO Landscape Architect sensitive visual design • FasTracks West Corridor, Denver, CO • 1-70/Eby Creek Road Interchange Design, Eagle, Troy Pankratz, PE (ORT) Previous roundabout design adjacent CO Roundabout Design Engineer to railroads • Marquette Road Roundabouts, Prairie du Chien, WS Sarah Zarzecki, El • 1-70/Eby Creek Road Interchange Design, Eagle, Design Engineer Design experience and quality control CO • Hess Road Extension Design, Douglas County, CO •REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project FortCollins V. Project Team no We have organized our team to focus on providing well -conceived alternatives for consideration that will facilitate the consensus on a single sustainable and economically viable preferred alternative. We have provided a team that you know and trust, and one that has been working on and researching the needs of Fort Collins, DDA, CDOT, UPRR and CMCA to ensure this project's success. Our major team members are PBS&J, AECOM (formerly Glatting Jackson Kercher Anglin), David Evans and Associates (DEA), and Smiley & Co, LTD. (Smiley), providing the full regiment of skills, resources, and capacity needed. Our team brings national and local expertise in efficient transportation facility planning, analysis, and design, as well as an understanding of stakeholder issues. As one of the nation's most experienced multidisciplinary consulting organizations, PBS&J's transportation practice is dedicated to the design and performance of transportation systems with a full understanding of the environmental, institutional, and societal context within which these systems operate. PBS&J will provide the leadership and comprehensive planning and engineering expertise to deliver innovative alternatives to complete this project. Our team is experienced in all aspects of transportation planning and design, and more importantly, providing proven collaborative solutions for our clients. We are also experienced with project management and the various controls needed for this project including providing accurate construction cost estimates. We are passionate about delivering work of the highest quality, exceeding Fort Collins' expectations. PBS&J has experience working on complex transportation projects requiring specialized expertise and multi -agency coordination. Our proof: . • 1-70 East Corridor EIS: we have developed alternatives for the alignment of 1-70 and developed a collaborative decision process. We understand how to reach consensus with multiple stakeholders. • US 6 Corridor Feasibility Study: we helped Eagle County and CDOT a future vision for the US 6 corridor west of Edwards, Colorado. We know how to provide a transportation alternative that meets current and future demands and the community vision. • Fort Collins On -call General Engineering Contract: we have delivered eight projects for Fort Collins —we understand your organization and procedures. • Understanding your previous studies: we have reviewed the Downtown River District Streetscape Improvements Project and the DDA Downtown Alleys Master Plan. We have worked with you, understand your guiding documents, and have relationships with you and the key project stakeholders. A AECOM (formerly Glatting Jackson Kercher Anglin) is a multi -disciplined planning, urban design, ML transportation, landscape architecture, and environmental services design firm focused on creating sustainable communities that realize the best of both natural and built environments. AECOM's transportation planners and engineers understand that the primary challenge of designing transportation systems is to balance the facilities' purpose and design with the community's social, economical, and physical needs. They are a nationally recognized leader in designing transportation systems that create partners in mobility —motorist, transit riders, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Recently, AECOM completed a project for Spokane Valley; Sprague-Appleway Revitalization Plan. This project developed a solution that met the vehicular transportation needs and provided for a vibrant city center and business corridor with livable streets. On the Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis project, they will provide expertise in land use, urban design, and multimodal features. Smiky�44 Smiley is a consulting, coaching, and counseling firm specializing in tolls, processes, and techniques Air that increase organizational, managerial, team, and individual effectiveness in the workplace and the community. Multi -disciplinary training, deep and wide experience, a creative approach driven by interest and curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvements sets Smiley apart. Their specialties include strategic planning, management developments, and group facilitation. Smiley has earned a reputation of helping diverse groups reach consensus just as she will on this project. For example, on the Denver Union Station project, Carolyna was able to help RTD, CDOT, City and County of Denver, and DRCOG reach a consensus, vision, and framework. REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project aty of rLf WOFDEA has experience with project management, planning, and public involvement services. DEA has extensive knowledge and experience working with federal, state, and local laws and regulations to perform complex projects involving multiple disciplines and jurisdictions and creating plans that lead to solutions for all modes of transportation and all stakeholders. For the Fish Lake Trail project, DEA worked closely with the UPRR and BNSF to develop a trail link for the Centennial Trail system that met all stakeholder needs. On the Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis project, DEA resources will provide experts in railroad negotiation, landscape architecture, survey, and right-of-way activities. Table 10 - DBE Distributions Team Capacity and DBE Fulfillment The project team is committed, available, and anxious to begin immediately —we already have begun work to gain a thorough understanding of the project. We have selected our team members based on their specialized experience and ability to enhance our final product. Carrie and our key project staff are available and ready to begin work immediately. Our team has the full spectrum of firm resources and expert personnel necessary to assist us to Realize the Vision. We will exceed the requested DBE goal of 3 percent with a total of 9.5 percent DBE work! Table 10 shows our planned work for DBE firms. Cost Control PBS&J has built our reputation on being 100 percent committed to meeting schedules and delivering quality work products. We will prepare a Project Control Plan (PCP) at the start of the project. This plan will establish protocols and specific staff responsibilities for each task and work product. Carrie is responsible for preparing the PCP in close cooperation with your project manager, Scott Weeks. Our principal in charge, Jeff Kullman, will ensure the PCP is complete and to Fort Collins' satisfaction. Both consultant and construction costs must be effectively managed. • Consultant cost control. Carrie will develop an overall consultant cost in cooperation with key staff. During the project, costs are monitored regularly using PBS&J's Oracle accounting software. Earned value tracking will determine anticipated future project draw downs and estimate to complete analyses will track the status of dollars spent versus remaining work effort. Carrie will coordinate this information with each key staff and Fort Collins making adjustments to staffing and task budgets when needed. • Construction cost control. The preparation of accurate cost estimates and optimized designs are essential to stay within budget. A detailed construction cost will be prepared for the preferred alternative. Our team is experienced and has earned a reputation for accurate construction cost estimating. This is demonstrated on Table 7. A collaborative partnering between PBS&J and Fort Collins ensures specific design and construction costs are fully understood. Quality Control PBS&J understands that we are responsible for the quality control (QC) of all deliverables. Fort Collins is not responsible for our QC. Our Quality and Control Assurance for Projects (QCAP) manual establishes the procedures we follow for each QC review. For plan review, a five -step process is followed: 1) preparation of documents; 2) independent QC review; 3) agreement between designer, project manager, and reviewer on the change; 4) make the changes to plan; and 5) back check that the change is made. Jeff Kullman, principal in charge, will oversee that the QC is completed prior to each deliverable. We invite you to audit our QC documents, and we can provide copies of the review for your information to ensure complete satisfaction. Scheduling Upon notice to proceed, Carrie will work with Scott Weeks for schedule refinement to ensure we meet your overall goal of project completion by December 2010. Close and continuous coordination of all team members, both consultant and Fort Collins, is required to meet the schedule. We propose: • Weekly team coordination meetings —ensures transfer of project knowledge, tracks progress, and resolves issues. • Daily coordination between Carrie and Scott —for seamless coordination and tracking of key issues. • Assignment of staff that are 100 percent available —ensures commitment and schedule delivery. WREALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project / fiof t_ Collins VI. Relevant Project Experience �: - IV (Z go a 0 C) (D Alternatives Analysis Multimodal Considerations Innovative Concepts Context Sensitive Sol'ns Collaborative Process Funding/ Implementation Railroad Coordination Roundabout Design Motor Carrier Coordination Living Street Design Our team has delighted many clients with innovation, attention to detail, and the effectiveness of our work. We have identified nine projects that demonstrate specific experience dealing with challenges similar to Jefferson Street. The ten icons correspond directly to the key work elements of this project. We have highlighted the similarities in the descriptions and invite you to speak with our clients. 1-70 East Corridor is a multimodal project considering highway and transit improvements for 13 miles of 1-70 and a new 23 mile transit line from downtown e Denver to DIA. This project required extensive work with the UPRR on track relocation and crossing design. This area is the warehouse hub of Denver requiring significant coordination with the motor carriers. Furthermore, this project is undergoing a substantial collaborative effort. 0 Client Contact: Tony Stewart, CDOT Region 6, 303.398.6738 0Carol Duecker, RTD, 303.299.6976 0 Jess Ortiz, City and County of Denver, 303.865.9630 On the US 6 Corridor in Eagle County, a two-lane roadway that provides a combination of intra-regional travel and local community access, PBS&J worked with CDOT and the communities to develop a corridor vision. PBS&J conducted a detailed assessment of existing zoning and future land use. A diverse technical 0 committee provided oversight throughout the study. A full multimodal vision was developed and used to create future design and construction projects. Client Contact: Keith Powers, CDOT Region 5, 970.385.1436 Helen Migchelbrink, (formerly Eagle County) City of Fort Collins, 0 970.221.6340 Thistwo-mile corridor through Idaho Springs is a major business and residential route. PBS&J was selected to provide conceptual, preliminary, and final engineering ISO design services. An extensive community and stakeholder CSS process was implemented to meet all needs. Conceptual construction cost estimates were developed to assist with funding scenarios and to identify project segments. 0 Client Contact: Tony Devito, CDOT Region 1, 303.365.7001 Mary Jane Loevlie, Idaho Springs, 303.903.2427 This project, led by PBS&J, required alternative analysis of multiple intersections from 1-70 to US 6 on Eby Creek Road in the town of Eagle. Alternatives included „- traditional intersections and roundabouts analysis. It also established criteria involving pedestrian and bicycle mobility. Ourston was used to develop preliminary (00 and final design of four roundabouts. Client Contact: Martha Miller, CDOT Region 3, 970.328.6385 Tom Gosiorowski, Town of Eagle, 970.328.6678 L k' i kNelloc�R REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project �of t Collins 1-25/RicloeGate Interchange, Lone Tree, Colorado Key Work Elements r . J .s -3ta� Working on the behalf of the City of Lone Tree, PBS&J provided complete concept to reality engineering and project management for a half mile of RidgeGate Parkway, ' SIS a frontage road, and interchange. Innovative design techniques were employed to minimize impacts to 1-25 by building the structures at -grade and excavating below. Extensive coordination with CDOT and FHWA was required to develop funding 0 plans that used CDOT/Federal earmark funds. Client Contact: John Cotten, City of Lone Tree, 303.792.0557 Kevin Radel, CDOT Region 1, 303.365.7234 Marquette Road Reconstruction,' Ourston provided design and review services for the Wisconsin DOT for the et FYI. 7 _ ILA Marquette Road Reconstruction project. Modern roundabouts alleviate traffic congestion at the three major intersections in this community. The three closely j� spaced intersections are within 300 feet of a major north -south rail line. Ourston �� investigated numerous countermeasures to prevent vehicular queuing issues during train travel at the at -grade railroad crossings. The design also accommodated large mobile home transport trucks and addressed closely spaced development access p `; �* :`-' affected by the placement of a dividing median. 0 i I-_ Client Contact: Craig Fisher, Wisconsin DOT, 608.785.9946 fish Lake Trail ' on, Spokane,Washington Fish Lake Trail is the final link to the Centennial Trail system. The Fish Lake Trail comes from the north to the backside of a rock outcropping (shown in photo), then it turns to the left side and crosses over the BNSF at 24 feet above the top of the rail. With this project running adjacent to railroad property, right-of-way was limited. 00 Stakeholders included not only public entities, but both the UPRR and BNSF. Sue - - Grabler, for DEA led coordination efforts for this and successfully achieved project _ agreement. ' Client Contact: John W. Miller, City of Spokane, 509.625.6395 US 17/92 Integrated Land Use and Tra.nsportation Action Plan, Central Florida AECOM prepared a CSS-based, integrated land use and transportation plan for US 17/92 in Central Florida. The 20 mile corridor was divided into six segments and included the involvement of three local jurisdictions and the Florida DOT. Transportation strategies developed balanced mobility function of US 17/92 with °' xF access needs of adjacent land use. Multimodal needs, safety and operational issues were considered to provide enhanced walkability and increased corridor density, all S the while considering land use developments. The project required multi -agency coordination and stakeholder collaboration. 00 Client Contact: William McDermott, Seminole County Econ. Dev., 407.665.7135 Jeffrey Arms, PE, City of Orlando, 407.246.3377 Thomas Perarool, Jr., Florida DOT, 386.943.5404 Union Station Master Plan, ColoradoDenver Denver, For this urban multimodal development project, Carolyna Smiley facilitated community, government, business owner, and public interest group stakeholder involvement during the visioning and alternatives modeling process. The Denver SO d Union Station Master Plan involved diverse participants including the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak), City and County of Denver, RTD, DRCOG, ' + and CDOT. The project is unique because it brings together many different transportation modes along with new private development, to create a new bustling urban center and transportation hub. (DID Client Contact: Bill Sirois, RTD FasTracks, 303.299.2417 REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project `A'rt o`lll` VII. Conclusion An opportunity to select a dedicated, prepared, and experienced team We recognize the significant opportunity this project has to continue to enhance the legacy that "Old Town" Fort Collins has created. The Jefferson Street Corridor provides the prospect to expand the breadth of this district to the east. With the potential for an amphitheater and new businesses in the area, this corridor will be paramount to tying the area together. It begs for a truly multimodal alternative that can accommodate the regional travel demands it serves. Our team has the demonstrated knowledge of the area and experience assisting communities just like yours with this challenge. Our team has experience with each of these key work elements necessary to achieve success: `mot, (2) a 1 Alternatives Multimodal Innovative Context Collaborative Funding/ Railroad Roundabout Motor Carrier Living Street Analysis Considerations Concepts Sensitive Sol'ns Process Implementation Coordination Design Coordination Design The PBS&J team is dedicated, prepared, and the best team to select: 1. We have extensive corridor knowledge. We have explored the corridor for over 16 months —during all seasons —seeking to understand the existing strengths and future opportunities that exist within its area of influence. We have investigated the issues of each of the stakeholders one-on-one. 2. We have met with each of the stakeholders and have existing relationships and insights into their respective concerns. Our team understands your community, shares your goals and aspirations, and has credibility and experience working with the diverse corridor stakeholders. 3. Our proven approach will attain fully supported collaborative solutions. We recognize the diverse needs and interests of the various stakeholders. Our team will create an atmosphere of trust and respect so that we reach consensus. Sue, Carolyn, Troy, Carrie, Jeff, and Dan already working on developing alternatives for improving the Jefferson Street Corridor 4. By providing a team with local and national expertise in developing innovative multimodal livable street solutions, we can create an environment that encourages people to visit and businesses to flourish. We recognize the challenges the trucks and adjacent railroad create and have a team with unparalleled stakeholder relationships and experience. We have experience providing phased construction implementation plans and will maximize funding for the betterment of the community. 5. We have experience delivering innovative multimodal solutions. Our alternatives are considerate of and in harmony with the surrounding environment. We are prepared to assist you with the development of an alternative that is truly sustainable, one that will serve as a legacy. Our team is motivated and ready to continue the work we have already begun. With our existing knowledge, we will be able to provide a preferred alternative within the anticipated schedule and with stakeholder agreement. We are armed with the knowledge, innovation, experience, and relationships to help Fort Collins, DDA, and CDOT Realize the Vision. P. REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project �00 0 REALIZE THE ISIOO1sl LIV�S� Coo aty of Fort Collins GOL`ORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSP,.ORTATION CERTIFICATE •OF.PR4PQSED' DBE PARTICIPATI4N:F.4R w. >CMS'#:; • NSA Anticipated Location(s):•: Fort Collins, co PcOjeCtit?IOOJetiersons Slft:et:. PROJECT SPECIFIC (PS) C:�NSULTANT C4NTRAGTS Alternatives Analysis Project1 of 3 E dntracfOBGoal: 3':•ioW Will Your DBE %Meet The Goal (6ox'C)? YES. 0 NO owl Insvuctions For Pnme Consultant = An car ai the consuCiiant must caanpks and sirbmrt an original ddPy of this forntas pare of the CortimerrdaLon Sectian'of your PS contract: . SiltenreritOflnterest 's61j.. Siiliinit'a`separate`CDOT.Fdnri49331`fc eiaiPiO�•cIBE Attach a sighed k'etteYdfAoiaeptarioe'ard:acpy rt•DBE certi5ctie fioin eacfi DBEfirin • Retain:a ph py for your, records. . 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District Director CUOT Form 1331: ' m WREALIZING THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project MY of Fort Collins �l:lrFl:t'ItV� �Ulr51C�N;•A'iQ17.:EtV�It�E�EI2tNC; January 22, 2010 Carrie Wallis PBSU 4601 DTC Boulevard, Suite 700 Denver, CO 80237 RE: City of Fort Collins Request for Proposal 7100 Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project Dear Carrie, Thank you for including Clanton and Associates, Inc. on your team for this proposal. We will be pleased to support the team with professional services for lighting design for the duration of the project. Clanton and Associates has been in business for 29 years, providing lighting design for a broad variety of projects including multiple lighting designs for roadway and transportation related projects. We are certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). Good luck and we hope that your proposal is successful. Sincerely, Nancy Clanton, PE President 4699 Nautilus Ct. So. #102 Boulder, CO 80301 303-530-7229 WREALIZING THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project atr of ` Coins I. Introduction The goal of the Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project is to transform this corridor into an inviting, visually pleasing, and desirable area for infill development while maintaining the functional flow and capacity of SH 14, a critical regional transportation corridor. PBS&J is the right team with the right approach to assist Fort Collins, DDA, and CDOT Realize the Vision for the Jefferson Street Corridor. We have formulated a proven approach, engaging many of the best professionals locally and nationally. Our proposed Project Organization is shown on page 4. Carrie Wallis, our project manager, is a perfect fit to lead this team having led several major complex studies. She has been trained in many different conflict management and consensus building techniques and her projects have successfully achieved informed consent through a collaborative decision process. In addition to these benefits, she fully understands Fort Collins' organizational structure and procedures. Our project organization includes a core management team who will be working closely with Carrie to address the multimodal mobility, development of alternatives, and the public involvement/facilitation efforts are: • Troy Russ is a nationally recognized expert in living streets designs. • Dan Liddle has demonstrated local and national roadway alternatives design experience. • Carolyna Smiley is a trained and proven facilitator. Jeff Kullman and Sue Grabler will play key roles coordinating with CDOT and UPRR to ensure solutions are understood and supported by these critical stakeholders. Jeff and Sue are former CDOT and UPRR employees, respectively, and are well -respected and trusted by their former organizations, which will achieve quicker agreement. We have thoughtfully composed our team and our proposal. Our proposal is organized by first discussing the project critical issues, PBS&J approach, and deliverables. We then highlight our project team organization, specific team members, and subconsultant roles and responsibilities. Our relevant project experience follows demonstrating successfully completed similar type projects involving similar key work elements to the Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project. As a result of our comprehensive work reviewing previous studies, walking the corridor, meeting with stakeholders, and applying our experience on similar studies, we have identified ten key work elements displayed and discussed on the next two pages. The icons for each work element are used throughout our proposal to identify each element when it is discussed. Icons Alternatives Analysis - Fort Collins requests a preferred alternative for the Jefferson Street Corridor that is agreed upon by all stakeholders. We have success in helping clients refine alternatives to a single preferred alternative. Collaborative Process - A diverse corridor brings together diverse needs and interests. With Carrie and our facilitator, Carolyna Smiley, we will use a collaborative decision process to achieve informed consent on a preferred alternative. Context Sensitive Solutions - Sustainable solutions and the application of technology that protects or ' enhances our built environment is integral to not only the PBS&J mission, but to Fort Collins as well. We will use CSS practices to gain community -wide stakeholder support. Funding/Implementation - Realistic alternatives are those that can be implemented in a cost-effective manner. We have a history of identifying funding resources and phasing project construction to maximize the use of existing funds. Innovative Concepts - To successfully develop a preferred alternative, state of the art ideas need to be applied. Our team was crafted to have a balance of local and national perspectives to identify the best preferred alternative. REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project -ering.; tht, 'DBA Cla"-fito'n.4n-d. : Aks's6thite.-s,"Ifit., E aft' "' .0) � 7i'mit6n, t ngi e. Catific'-"a,fion -#7159 -cpu -Q�q. n", rp y, .0 "S, is r a rowexpk.rqvivt e,4,,:!- ay of -ce zy eiftif die", 4 tie ;en,5qy,,�ver m3ed r; y--,'' ..�ea bit I c fP pgq- (req em -tits. �'VbPft�titeedt- C-ity,--...4mdC- illtyv' 1-0 L-1 M My of ort Co Ins iCOLORADQ, DEF4RTMENT OFIR4WWTAflPY CERTIFICATE OF PROPOSED* DOE' PARTICIPATION J A' PROJECT OE'CIFIC (PS) CONSUL TA N T dQlNt�Al�,Ts' 0 , - ::CM": 'N/A Anticipated Lddation(i9,. 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Phase 4: Phase 5: Realize ;. ...alternative ., Vision Tasks Tasks Tasks Tasks Tasks • Task 1: Establish • Task 4: Document • Task 8: • Task 8.2: Develop Task 10: Prepare decision process existing conditions Alternatives alternative implementation and comm. • Task 5: Analyze development packages and plan and finance protocols relationship to • Task 8.1: strategies strategy • Task 2: Refine existing Alternative • Task 8.3: Develop project purpose, transportation development alternatives objectives, and network workshop summary report goals • Task 6 Update • Task 9: Select • Task 3: current/projected preferred Stakeholder traffic conditions/ alternative coordination traffic analysis Results and public • Task 7: Evaluate • Implementation involvement traffic operations and finance plan Results Results • Agreement Results Results Initial list of • Alternative on preferred • Decision • Agreement on alternatives packages and alternative and process and evaluation criteria strategies implementation communication • Agreement • Agreement on plan protocols on model alternatives Realizing the • Agreement on assumptions vision Legend: © Notice to proceed © Executive concurrence O Transportation board 0 Public © Alternatives workshop 0 CityCouncil PBS&J provides the City of Fort Collins with five major.benefits: *Extensive corridor knowledge. *Stakeholder relationships and insights. • Proven approach to fully support collaborative solutions. *Unmatched local and national industry experts. • Experience delivering innovative multi modal solutions. PW REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project City of ortCo O Icons Identified work elements Living Street Design - Integrated land use and transportation design strategies are needed to meet the needs of pedestrians, cyclists, and continued economic development. Troy Russ will apply his national expertise and lessons learned to successfully develop alternatives that create a living street environment. Multimodal Considerations - The existing corridor has varied modes. Solutions need to address giaA pedestrian and cyclist needs, as well as lend themselves to potential future modes of transit. Our team has demonstrated practice in providing fully multimodal transportation corridors. Motor Carrier Coordination - A transportation thoroughfare for heavy truck traffic, any preferred alternative must address the needs of all its users. Working in coordination with CMCA, we will apply best practices from previous projects to develop an alternative that maintains or eases the movement of goods. Railroad Coordination - With railroad property and track running within the corridor, coordination is a 0 must. Sue Grabler, is a former UPRR employee and brings relationships and intimate understanding of UPRR to our team so we may consider their concerns and develop an agreed upon alternative. Roundabout Design - Building from the existing studies of this corridor to date, we have Troy Pankratz, a roundabout expert who will apply his design knowledge and established reputation in roundabout analysis and design to determine feasibility at intersections. PBS&J is motivated to work closely with you providing the most current concepts, techniques, and engineering to address this significant alternatives analysis challenge. Our solutions will focus on balancing the mobility needs of your transportation partners with the accessibility needs of the adjoining land uses. As your consultant and steward of resources, we will develop solutions that provide optimal benefit, while acknowledging budget parameters. In summary the major benefits that the PBS&J team provide are: • Comprehensive understanding of the corridor challenges — serves as the basis for developing agreed upon alternatives • Key stakeholder relationships and trust — results in honest communication and feedback • Collaborative decision process — ensures stakeholder buy -in and support from executive management • Industry experts — ensures all issues are fully addressed in detail with confidence in the analysis • National Best Practices — provides innovative ideas with proof of benefit in other locations Our work to date, availability, and desire to work with Fort Collins results in time and cost savings. Our project schedule, page 17, anticipates the selection of a preferred alternative by September, two months ahead of schedule. We look forward to working with Fort Collins to Realize the Vision. REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project of ,�t_`1 II. Project Organization Our project organization identifies each of our team members and their respective roles. For this project, PBS&J is focused on providing Fort Collins with the right people. Details of our staff qualificaitons are in Section IV. Jeff Kullman, PE I Troy Russ (AEC) J I Scott Weeks I Carrie Wallis, PE, LEED AP J Dan Liddle, PE J RAILROAD URBAN/STREETSCAPE DESIGN COORDINATION Ian Lockwood (AEC) Sue Grabler IDEA) Perry Palmer, RLA (DEA) CONCEPTUAL DESIGN NEPA/ENVIRONMENTAL Michelle Hansen, PE (STF) COMPLIANCE Lee Kunselman, PE Melissa Allen, AICP Sarah Zarzecki, El Richard Griffin - Air Quality (MRC) John Hoffecker - Archaeology (MRC) TRAFFIC ANALYSIS Emily Flagg, PE DRAINAGE DESIGN Mohan Garakhalli, PE, PTOE Josh Hollon, PE, CFM CONGESTION IMPLEMENTATION/FINANCE/ MANAGEMENT/ITS CDOT AND CMCA COORDINATION Jay Dinkins, PE Jeff Kullman, PE Carolyna Smiley, Ph.D. (SML). Carrie Wallis, PE, LEED AP , ROUNDABOUT ANALYSIS/DESIGN Mohan Garakhalli, PE, PTOE Troy Pankratz, PE (ORT) UTILITY COORDINATION Lee Kunselman, PE LIGHTING DESIGN Nancy Clanton, PE, LEED AP (CLA) GEOTECHNICAL/ PAVEMENT DESIGN Robin Dornfest, PG (CTL) ROW/SURVEY Gary Leak, PLS (DEA) SUBCONSULTANT KEY AEC AECOM - Formerly CTL CTLThompson ORT Ourston Roundabout Engineering Glatting Jackson Kercher Anglin DEA David Evans and Associates SML Smiley & Company CLA Clanton and Associates MRC MERCO STF Stolfus & Associates WREALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project Ill. Project Approach, Critical Issues, and Deliverables The Jefferson Street Corridor is a collection of long-time industrial businesses, restaurants, shops, and residential and office buildings bisected by a transportation corridor, which includes a high percentage of truck volume and intermittent railroad operation. Numerous local and regional stakeholders have vested a interest in the outcome of this study. We recognize that transportation systems play a critical role in defining the character of a community. They establish the functional structure of the urban fabric: sizing blocks, providing access, and dictating the arrangement and interaction of land uses. Jefferson Street, like all urban streets, provides the access for land uses to succeed and economic development to continue to expand. The Jefferson Street Corridor is no longer, solely an industrial corridor on the periphery of downtown. Jefferson Street is now a transportation corridor within downtown with properties and land uses dependent on the street for continued growth. Our delivery approach recognizes that land uses change over time. Integrated land use and our preferred alternative will facilitate the • multiple community responsibilities of balancing mobility needs of the transportation industry with the accessibility needs of the adjoining *USE land uses, while acknowledging that the roadway is an important public TRANSPORTAION space used by a wide variety of stakeholders. Our team is familiar with the challenges of the Jefferson Street Corridor JEFFERSON STREET and brings relevant experience gained from similar past projects (Table CORRIDOR 1 1 The PBS&J team will balance transportation and land A context sensitive, stakeholder driven process, in which alternatives use objectives, needs, and concerns to establish an executable preferred alternative that has collective and investments are tailored to the specific needs and character of the consensus. corridor is essential to the success of this effort. To achieve this, we have formed a five -phase approach to this project. Phase 1: Uncovering the underlying goals and vision. We will establish the benefits that we all work together to achieve. Phase 2: Understanding the character and function. We will determine how the transportation system and land use is currently functioning. Phase 3: Assembling and designing parts to achieve the vision. This is our opportunity to develop diverse alternatives to help address the project goals and vision. Phase 4: Testing, refining, and establishing implementation actions. We will test the best alternatives to our evaluation criteria. They will lead us to the single preferred alternative. Phase 5: Packaging the results and positioning for success. The preferred alternative will be finalized and an implementation plan and funding strategy will be completed. This will allow design work to begin on the preferred alternative with the consent of all stakeholders. Table 1 - PBS&JI Team Project Success Project Team Member Benefit to Community US 6 Corridor, Eagle Enhanced land use, improved County, CO Carrie Wallis bicycle and pedestrian mobility Colorado Blvd., Improved pedestrian and Idaho Springs, CO Dan Liddle bicycle mobility, increased visual aspects of roadway East Boulevard, Troy Russ Improved pedestrian and Charlotte, NC (AEC) bicycle mobility, maintained capacity, decreased speed Dixie Highway, West Ian Lockwood Increased residential property Palm Beach, FL (AEC) values, decreased accidents Main Street, Ian Increased business sales, Hamburg, NY Lockwood maintained capacity, (AEC) decreased speed Avon Road, Avon, Troy Pankratz Improved all forms of CO (ORT) mobility, increased property values PW REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project city of ort Co ins Phase I: Uncovering the Underlying Goals and Vision By outlining and employing an integrated project management and communication strategy enabling community dialogue and allowing stakeholders and partner agencies to share concerns, ideas, and information, we will develop a set of common goals and an overall vision. This allows Fort Collins and stakeholders to direct the study efforts and take ownership, outlining the themes and direction that will guide the project, ultimately melding the divergent interests of each stakeholder. Task 1: Establish decision process and communication protocols 49 Deliverables: Draft and final version of project procedures establishing decision process and communication protocols Together, we will develop a management and communication plan that outlines how the team will manage expectations; coordinate efforts; and define processes, outcomes, and success. For the Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project, we propose a Collaborative Decision Process (Figure 1) that will assist in gaining informed consent from our partner agencies and key stakeholders using the following group structure: • Project Management Team (PMT) - The PMT is the core team who will review deliverables and provide direction on the process. It is anticipated that the PMT will meet monthly. • Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) - The TAC will ensure adherence to various federal, state, or local directives, regulations, or procedures and provide technical expertise. It is anticipated that the TAC will meet every -other month to advise and guide the PMT on key decisions. • Executive Oversight Committee (EOC) - The EOC will provide input on key decisions throughout the project. This committee is composed of executive leadership from all of the agencies involved in the PMT. The EOC will meet at least four times during the project, or more, as needed, if other key decisions arise. As the figure reflects, issues will be discussed at the PMT level ®� and input will be received from the TAC. The PMT will then present recommendations for key decisions to the EOC for concurrence. Figure 1 - Collaborative Decision Process 4 d Project Management Team • Anne Aspen, DDA • Kathleen Bracke, Fort Collins • Tim Tuttle, CDOT • Carrie Wallis, PBS&J • Scott Weeks, Fort Collins CORE TEAM 4 Ll This agency outreach structure, combined with various public involvement techniques, provides a framework for involvement by all interested parties. A collaborative decision process ensures clear direction and minimizes potential conflicts. PBS&J, under Carrie's direction, sucessfully used this process, most recently on the 1-70 East Corridor EIS in Denver and US 6 Corridor Study in Eagle County. Our schedule, following the approach on page 17, integrates the decision process into the critical path and project milestones. Task 2: Refine Jefferson Street project purpose, objectives, and goals Deliverable: Technical memorandum 1: Jefferson Street Corridor project purpose, objectives, and goals As the first major decision point for the process, agreement needs to be reached by critical stakeholders and management at partner agencies on the project purpose, objectives, and goals. This project definition will include specific objectives and goals for a safe and efficient high -capacity transportation facility, decreased emissions, increased pedestrian safety, and enhanced economic development within the corridor. •REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project City of ort Co ins For this task, Carolyna Smiley will lead the discussion with project partners to identify key challenges and competing interests. During meetings with the EOC, we will focus on reaching informed consent. The first step requires agreement on the purpose and goals of the project. Table 2 lists some of the key stakeholder concerns identified. Upon listening to stakeholders, we have also identified the following challenges. Challenge: Engaging and understanding CDOT concerns and requirements Bob Garcia, COOT is excite to develop a real CSS to Solution: We met with key CDOT staff including Bob Garcia, Doug Pearson, Ina Zisman, Pete address the Jefferson Street Graham, and Tim Tuttle to fully understand their concerns. Simply put, CDOT is committed to lternatives Analysis Project ensuring adequate capacity to meet the travel demands of the present as well as future needs in 2035. While they may have opinions about past proposals, each is open to considering any option as long as SH 14 throughput remains consistent. In Idaho Springs, PBS&J effectively developed a consensus plan that met CDOT's mobility objectives, yet harmonized with the community. We have experience navigating these challenges. Using the relationships Jeff Kullman has with CDOT, we plan to engage all levels of CDOT staff to ensure no surprises. By keeping CDOT fully and continually involved, we will succeed in developing an agreed upon preferred alternative. Challenge: Addressing the requests of CMCA early in the process Solution: CMCA has one concern: "to safely and expediently move goods" z throughout the region and state. Greg Fulton and Carl Maxey are not opposed to this project or even a proposed roundabout —rather they need to be convinced the alternative will work and not prevent or impact truck travel. Beyond the concerns of geometric layout, CMCA worries about the impacts of trucks and their need to stop and then accelerate, recognizing this requires more time and On the Eby Creek Road Interchange project distance for a truck than a car. On the Eby Creek Road Interchange project, PBS&J for the Town of Eagle and COOT, our design and Ourston worked with the community and the trucking industry to ensure all facilitated the capacity needs and provided a more free -flowing condition. vehicles were safely accommodated. We will prepare a visual simulation model (VISSIM) using vehicles and characteristics to incorporate truck operating conditions. By listening and effectively addressing CMCA issues early we will gain their trust that this project will improve everyone's mobility, including trucks. Table 2 - Identified Stakeholder Concerns 0Challenge: Recognizing the issues and positions of Key Concerns UPRR early in the process Stakeholder Solution: While the adjacent UPRR tracks are not high-speed mainline tracks, they are used by Great West Railway and the BNSF. Typically, about five to seven trains use this track on a daily basis and switching operations frequently occur causing additional disruption to the cross roads at Linden and Lincoln Streets. To specifically address the needs and concerns of UPRR, we have Sue Grabler on our team. A former UPRR employee, Sue is trusted and respected by the railroads. While working at the UPRR, she facilitated the placement of a roundabout adjacent to SH 6 in Eagle County. To do this, she worked cooperatively with CDOT and the local agencies. Sue has already met with the UPRR Manager of Industry & Public Projects, Kelly Abaray, and the two Managers of Real Estate, Gregg Larsen and Jon Devish. As a result of her relationships and experience, we will engage and work with the UPRR through the alternatives analysis process. With this understanding of stakeholder issues, we will help craft the project purpose, objectives, and goals ensuring consensus. Collaborative process founded on informed consent ROW impacts and associated costs Fort Collins Pedestrian and bicycle movements Extend downtown to the river Downtown entryway signage CSS/use of national best practices On -street parking I DDA Moving people Coordination with Linden Street and Alleyway projects Visibly attractive entryway Maintain SH 14 capacity Facilitate truck traffic CDOT Pedestrian and bike movements Railroad integration CMAQ grant requirements Mobility of trucks CMCA Potential drivetime delay Proof that a roundabout will work (as needed) Adherence to existing railroad standards and protocols UPRR Train operation safety and delay Crossing safety Proof that a roundabout will work (as needed) REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project .Fo`�`rt_ Collins Task 3: Stakeholder coordination and public involvement Deliverables: Public mailing preparation; preparation of presentation materials including graphics production/reproduction; development of press releases/media materials; facilitation at property owner meetings; facilitation at public meetings; and a design workshop In tandem with Carrie, Carolyna will lead the stakeholder coordination and public involvement effort. We will continue to use the collaborative decision process (Figure 1) for stakeholder engagement and the incorporation of key stakeholder concerns. We anticipate integrating public involvement throughout the analysis of alternatives to assist in creating consensus. This process allows for all potentially affected interests to be heard. The PMT, with input from the TAC, will integrate general stakeholder and public interests into appropriately balanced, prioritized concerns that will be agreed upon by the EOC. This creates a space for transparent decision making so that the final agreed upon recommendation may move forward. Phase 2: Understanding the Character and Function After developing a "context of understanding", the second phase will allow us to gain a full understanding of transportation, land use, economic, and environmental contexts within the corridor. We will focus our efforts to comprehensively understand the needs of and relationships between transportation and the desired land uses that will lead to developing realistic alternatives for consideration. Task 4: Document existing conditions in the Jefferson Street Corridor Deliverable: Technical memorandum 2: Jefferson Street Corridor summary of existing conditions The existing conditions analysis will provide an understanding of the multimodal transportation context of the corridor. Previous studies will be reviewed for critical elements, strengths, weaknesses, future challenges, and inconsistencies. Providing safe and enhanced mobility to cyclists and pedestrians will enhance economic and recreational activity within the corridor. Socially relevant factors like historical landmarks, recreational areas (Jefferson Street Park), and archaeological sites (the Old Fort Collins) will be identified. A complete investigation and inventory of utilities, including Fort Collins water, storm, and sanitary systems, will be completed. Proposed impacts to these elements will be considered in balance with the mobility characteristics and needs of the corridor. The physical and regulatory assessment of the existing and adopted conditions will provide an understanding of the land use context in the corridor. Using this information, we will recommend needed land use changes/local policy modifications, and parking availability/needs assessment. In addition, an evaluation of parcel stability and development opportunities will be completed. To support the development of the project purpose, it is anticipated that Fort Collins will provide history on crash statistics and/or identifications of pedestrian and bicycle conflicts along the corridor. In addition to the data collection listed in the scope of work, our team will conduct a walkability and cycling audit of the Jefferson Street Corridor with the PMT and key stakeholders. Following the audit, the group will meet to discuss pertinent issues for pedestrians and cyclists along the corridor. We will also meet with Transfort to better understand the current and future transit operations (Routes 5 and 14). Traffic analysis will be conducted using Synchro 7 software to establish existing conditions, service levels, corridor, and intersection delays and to provide a base condition from which all future design alternatives will be compared. Special attention will be given to the needs of transit, pedestrians, and cyclists to ensure all modes are fully accommodated and evaluated. The PBS&J team has already begun analyzing the corridor and identified some potential constraints. Our critical issues map (page 9), highlights a number of the existing transportation network concerns. P REALIZE THE VISION Jefferson Street Alternatives Analysis Project