FINAL DRAFT TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ANNUAL WORK PROGRAM AND BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008 The Unified Work Program for The Urban Transportation Planning Process TOLEDO METROPOLITAN AREA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS May 2007 The preparation of this report was financed jointly by the counties of Lucas and Wood, Ohio; Monroe County, Michigan; the cities of Bowling Green, Maumee, Northwood, Oregon, Perrysburg, Rossford, Sylvania, and Toledo, Ohio; the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority; the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority; the Ohio Department of Transportation; and the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and the Federal Transit Administration. The contents of this report reflect the view of the Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments which is responsible for the facts and accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not reflect the official views or policies of the Ohio Department of Transportation or the U.S. Department of Transportation. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation.
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FINAL DRAFT
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ANNUAL WORK PROGRAM AND BUDGET
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FISCAL YEAR 2008
The Unified Work Program for The Urban Transportation Planning Process
TOLEDO METROPOLITAN AREA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
May 2007
The preparation of this report was financed jointly by the counties of Lucas and Wood, Ohio; Monroe County, Michigan; the cities of Bowling Green, Maumee, Northwood, Oregon, Perrysburg, Rossford, Sylvania, and Toledo, Ohio; the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority; the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority; the Ohio Department of Transportation; and the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and the Federal Transit Administration. The contents of this report reflect the view of the Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments which is responsible for the facts and accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not reflect the official views or policies of the Ohio Department of Transportation or the U.S. Department of Transportation. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation.
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TMACOG TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT STAFF 300 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Stephen J. Herwat, P.E. Interim Vice President of Transportation Ext. 129 [email protected]
Raja Andela, Transportation Engineer Ext. 124 Integrated Transportation Database Systems Performance Monitoring [email protected]
Patrick J. Dennis, Transportation Planner Ext. 115 Freight Planning Regional Transportation Plan Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Program Monitoring [email protected]
Kent Gardam, Transportation Project Manager Ext. 116 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Program Monitoring Transportation Safety Coordinator [email protected]
David G. Gedeon, AICP, Transportation Project Manager Ext. 125 Pedestrian and Bikeways Planning Land Use/Socioeconomic Data Forecasting/Growth Trends Travel Demand Variables Air Quality Coordination [email protected]
Sujatha Mohanakrishnan, Transportation Engineer Ext. 119 Traffic Forecasting System Performance and Monitoring Committee Traffic Counting Program Congestion Management System And Systems Analysis [email protected]
Diane E. Reamer-Evans, Transportation Project Manager Ext. 117 Regional Transportation Plan Rail Passenger Planning Regional Transit Study Intelligent Transportation Systems Planning (ITS) Public Involvement Coordinator [email protected]
Donna F. Seeber, Transportation Secretary Ext. 120 Secretarial and Administrative Support [email protected]
Roger A. Streiffert, Transportation Planner Ext. 122 Geographic Information Systems Integrated Transportation Database [email protected]
Marc A. VonDeylen, Transportation Technician Ext. 136 Traffic Counting Technical Support [email protected]
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TMACOG OFFICERS
Barbara Sears – Chair President of Council, City of Sylvania
Tina Skeldon Wozniak – Vice Chair Theodore Rutherford – Second Vice Chair President, Board of Lucas County Mayor, Village of Green Springs Commissioners
TMACOG STAFF
Anthony L. Reams President
Jennifer Allen Secretary
Linda Lowe Accountant
Raja Andela Transportation Engineer
Mary Pat McCarthy Writer/Associate Editor
Tiffany Banks CommuterLINK Program Manager
Joyce Minarcin Secretary/Accounting Clerk
Matthew Horvat Maumee RAP Coordinator
Elaine Moebius Portage River Watershed Coordinator
Cindy Bland Executive Secretary
Sujatha Mohanakrishnan Transportation Engineer
Patrick Dennis Transportation Planner
Diane Reamer-Evans Transportation Project Manager
Kurt Erichsen, P.E. Vice President of Environmental Planning
Peggy Ricard Director of Communications
Kent Gardam Transportation Project Manager
Stephanie Rizor Share A Ride Program Manager
David Gedeon, AICP Project Manager
Donna Seeber Transportation Secretary
Gregory Gettum Marketing Manager
Russell Stasiak Car Buy Program Manager
Stephen J. Herwat, P.E. Interim Vice President of Transportation
Roger Streiffert Transportation Planner
Matthew Horvat Maumee RAP Coordinator
Michael Tippett Graphics Coordinator
Therese Jaqua Clerk Typist
Marc VonDeylen Transportation Technician
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TRANSPORTATION ANNUAL WORK PROGRAM TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Transportation Staff ....................................................................................................................... iii
55000 Air Quality Issues ....................................................................................................4
55100 Air Quality Planning (Transportation CPG-funded)....................................4 55200 Transportation Air Quality Outreach Program (CMAQ-funded) ................5
60000 TRANSPORTATION..........................................................................................................7 60100 Short Range Transportation Planning......................................................................9
60200 Transportation Improvement Program ..................................................................18 60210 Transportation Improvement Program Development ...............................18 60220 Transportation Improvement Program Management (STP-funded) .........19
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TRANSPORTATION ANNUAL WORK PROGRAM TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
61100 Long Range Planning.............................................................................................21
61500 Continuing Planning – Procedural Development ..............................................................22
61520 Modeling and Forecasting .....................................................................................22 66500 Special Studies ...................................................................................................................23
66510 Integrated Transportation Database (STP-funded) ................................................23 67400 Transit Planning .................................................................................................................24 67495 TARTA Short Range Planning and Marketing Activities (FTA-funded) ............24 69700 Transportation Program Reporting ....................................................................................25 69710 Transportation Policy Committee Reporting and Administration .........................25 70000 Commuter Services............................................................................................................27 71100 Management ..........................................................................................................28 72100 Northwest Ohio CommuterLINK (Lucas County) ...............................................29 72102 Northwest Ohio CommuterLINK (Lucas County) (FTA Grant) ...........................30 73100 Share A Ride (CMAQ-funded) .............................................................................31 74100 Specialized Transportation.....................................................................................32 75100 Car Buy Program (Lucas County Funded) ...........................................................33 75101 Car Buy Program (Currently Not Funded) ................................................34 75102 Car Buy Program (FTA Grant) ..................................................................35 Other Agency Efforts.....................................................................................................................37 Cost Allocation Plan and Indirect Cost Rate Proposal FY 2008 ...................................................39 APPENDICES APPENDIX A — TITLE VI ASSURANCES APPENDIX B — LONG RANGE PLANNING ELEMENT – SEMCOG FORMAT APPENDIX C — FREIGHT PLANNING ELEMENT – SEMCOG FORMAT APPENDIX D — ACRONYMS
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TOLEDO METROPOLITAN AREA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ANNUAL WORK PROGRAM – FY 2008
Introduction The TMACOG Annual Work Program (AWP) is a management tool that outlines the goals of the organization, the products to be produced this current fiscal year, and the budget for each department in the organization. TMACOG outlines all work that will be undertaken by all departments in Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 in the TMACOG Annual Work Program - Executive Summary for Fiscal Year 2008. The FY 2008 AWP covers the period July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008. This document, the Transportation Planning Annual Work Program and Budget for FY 2008 (AWP) - Transportation Planning Activities includes only transportation-related planning activities. It is more detailed than the Executive Summary. It is part of the official agreement between TMACOG and the Ohio Department of Transportation as to work to be completed in FY 2008. FY 2008 AWP Structure Beginning with FY 2001, TMACOG streamlined the AWP to be used by our Executive Committee and Board as a policy and management document. The Annual Work Program Executive Summary is now the principal document for distribution and use by members, committees, councils, staff, partners, and our customers. It lists only goals and brief statements of objectives. It is an overview of all work undertaken by the agency. The Transportation Planning Annual Work Program and Budget for FY 2008 is for use by ODOT, TMACOG administrative and transportation staff, the Transportation Council, and officers. It includes descriptions of all objectives using transportation funding and all major transportation planning related activities in the region. This document includes the cost allocation plan and transportation budget tables. The structure of the AWP is as follows: Annual Work Program - TMACOG vision and mission
Executive Summary and Budget Program council or administrative committee purpose
For Fiscal Year 2008 Goals for each council and committee Transportation Planning Annual Goals related to transportation using transportation Work Program and Budget for funding FiscalYyear 2008 Objectives for each goal
Brief description of activity to accomplish objectives and end products
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The TMACOG Vision Statement is: TMACOG will be the governmental partner of choice to coordinate regional assets, opportunities and challenges. The TMACOG Mission Statement is: To improve quality of life in the region, TMACOG will:
Promote a positive identity for the region
Enhance awareness of the region’s assets and opportunities
Be an impartial broker of regional disputes and challenges
Provide stakeholders a voice in regional decision-making
Support opportunities for regional stakeholder networking
The Purpose for each program council and administrative committee is the specific focus that each committee must maintain to carry out the mission of TMACOG. For the Transportation Council the purpose is:
To be both the recognized regional convener of all transportation stakeholders within the region to achieve a sustainable and seamless intermodal transportation system, and one of the stakeholders that has a role in providing transportation services.
Goals are the major long-term achievements to be completed by each council or committee to meet its purpose. They are reviewed annually. Each year some may be changed, dropped or added. Goals related to transportation activities at TMACOG are listed by work element through the remainder of this document. Products are more detailed objectives for each fiscal year that are necessary for TMACOG to reach its long-term goals. They are adopted by each program council and administrative committee. They are either: specific – individual studies, reports, or activities that are dated and measurable; or, ongoing – recurring, less tangible activities required to accomplish the specific products and long-term goals.
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50000 ENVIRONMENT* PURPOSE: To improve the environmental quality of the TMACOG region by providing technical expertise and a regional forum for our members and stakeholders. 54000 Regional Stormwater 54101 Stormwater Coalition (Partially funded with Transportation CPG funds) Goal: Develop and implement a stormwater management program to protect water quality, and
to satisfy the requirements of the Clean Water Act in accordance with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA) Stormwater NPDES Phase II program.
The Stormwater Coalition and its subcommittees will conduct programs to coordinate and support implementation of the Stormwater Management Plans of local jurisdictions, including ODOT. TMACOG Transportation Consolidated Planning Program (CPG) funding provides $5,000 to support these efforts as relates to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 2 stormwater education requirements. FY 2008 programs are determined and scheduled in April 2007. The principal focus of the program is to meet stormwater outreach and educational requirements required as part of the minimum controls under the Stormwater Phase II National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Specific Products: 1. Implement the Phase II Stormwater Outreach & Education programs
agreed to for fiscal year 2008. June 2008
2. Coordinate ODOT with the local jurisdictions of the Stormwater Coalition to implement the six (6) minimum control measures on a local and watershed level
June 2008
3. Determine and schedule specific outreach programs and materials for FY 2008 to help fulfill the requirements of the Stormwater Phase II NPDES Permits of ODOT and the other MS4s
March 2008
Ongoing Products: 4. Bi-monthly meetings of the Stormwater Coalition to address stormwater management and
water quality for the watershed 5. Conduct outreach and education program to assist Municipal Identifying Separate
Stormwater (MS4s) in fulfillment of their stormwater management plans
* This document covers only those portions of the Environmental Program that are transportation-related items funded with consolidated planning grant or other special transportation funds. To review the full Environmental program see the Annual Work Program – Executive Summary.
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55000 AIR QUALITY ISSUES* Goal: Oversee air emission budgets and maintain programs to achieve compliance with federal
ozone and fine particulate standards The Air Quality Committee works to maintain compliance with federal ambient air quality standards and monitor/address implications of any changes in the Clean Air Act and its enforcement. The Transportation Council supports a portion of this effort due to the impact of potential sanctions that can be levied against the regional transportation funding program. With the potential re-designation of northwest Ohio as a maintenance area for ozone, the committee will continue to work with OEPA to meet the 8-hour ozone standard and begin focusing more on particulate matter. The Air Quality Committee will produce an annual Air Quality Advisement to inform the region on monitoring results from the past year, regional attainment status, legislative updates on federal standards, and actions being taken to reduce pollutant levels. Presentations will be made to five local governments and/or community partners on the impacts of non-attainment and the measures being evaluated to bring the region into compliance. The committee plans to resubmit a particulate matter grant to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). 55100 Air Quality Planning (Transportation CPG-funded) Specific Products: 1. Produce an annual Air Quality Advisement January 20082. Research precursors to fine particulates to better understand the mobile
sources of regional pollution June 2008
3. Review particulate control measures and their emission impacts within the region on long term air quality in cooperation with local stakeholders
June 2008
4. Make targeted outreach presentations to five local governments and/or community partners on the region’s air quality status and the health and economic development impacts of non-attainment
June 2008
Ongoing Products: 5. Provide the work necessary to support the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 and the Air
Quality Maintenance Program 6. Provide staff support for six meetings of the Air Quality Committee (with up to two
emergency meetings as needed). One meeting during the year will focus on air toxins
* This document covers only portions of the Environmental Program that are transportation-related items funded with consolidated planning or other special transportation funds. The full Environmental program is in the Annual Work Program – Executive Summary.
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55200 Transportation Air Quality Outreach Program (CMAQ-Funded**)* Goal: Conduct a program to increase awareness of the impact of individual actions on ground
level ozone levels and encourage individual action, especially on high pollution days, to reduce ozone creation and increase awareness of the consequences of not maintaining federal air quality standards.
TMACOG will coordinate the Ozone Action Day Program again this year. The Gas Cap Testing and Replacement program (element 55300) is a community education and remediation program also promoting an awareness of air quality issues and the impact of voluntary activities. This element is funded through a separate Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) project funding agreement (PID # 76592) and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds. Specific Products: 1. Compile an end-of-the-year report for public distribution October 20082. Complete testing program and sponsor thirty-five (35) gas cap
replacement events to identify failing or missing gas caps on light-duty vehicles in Lucas and Wood counties (element 55300)
August 2008
3. Complete 2007 Ozone Action public awareness campaign to educate citizens of the negative health, environmental, and economic impact of elevated ozone level and begin preparation for 2008 campaign
September 2008
a. Develop and distribute 500 air quality fact sheets at community events
b. Present information at a display table at the Ozone Action Day Kickoff event and other community events.
c. Update the TMACOG website to include current air quality information
d. Update the Air Quality/Ozone Action website for new campaign e. Purchase ads/media spots promoting program objectives (pass
through)
4. Prepare and distribute “Today is an Ozone Action Day” notices for high temperature, low wind days with risk of air quality violation
through September 2008
* This document covers only those portions of the Environmental Program that are transportation-related items funded with consolidated planning grant or other special transportation funds. To review the full Environmental program see the Annual Work Program – Executive Summary. ** CMAQ funding is provided through TMACOG-managed funds allocated through the TIP (PID# 76592).
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55200 Transportation Air Quality Outreach Program (CMAQ-Funded**)* (Continued) Ongoing Objectives: 6. Replace failing / missing gas caps discovered through program
activities in our area
7. Coordinate advertising with the Ozone Action and Share A Ride programs
8. Maintain media awareness of Ozone Action Days and their role in improving air quality and develop media sponsors
9. Increase awareness of air quality issues as related to ground level ozone formation and its effects by placing ten (10) radio and television advertisements and distribute print materials
* This document covers only those portions of the Environmental Program that are transportation-related items funded with consolidated planning grant or other special transportation funds. To review the full Environmental program see the Annual Work Program – Executive Summary. ** CMAQ funding is provided through TMACOG-managed funds allocated through the TIP (PID# 76592).
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60000 TRANSPORTATION PURPOSE: To be both the recognized regional convener of all transportation stakeholders within the region to achieve a sustainable and seamless intermodal transportation system and one of the stakeholders that has a role in providing transportation services. Goals:
To maintain support for, and input on, major projects throughout the area, participating in project teams as requested and necessary (Category 60100 - Short Range Planning-Element 60120 Highway Project Planning)
To complete safety studies of the hot spot and congested locations identified by ODOT to develop short-, medium-, and long-term solutions for these areas (Category 60100 - Short Range Planning - Element 60123 - Safety Studies)
To increase and improve passenger rail transportation serving the region (Category 60100 - Short Range Planning - Element 60130 Passenger Rail Planning)
To promote opportunities and resolve challenges in the movement of goods across all modes (Category 60100 - Short Range Planning - Element 60140 - Freight Planning)
To facilitate solutions for pedestrian and bicycle transportation issues with regional stakeholders (Category 60100 - Short Range Planning - Element 60150 Pedestrian Bicycle Transportation Planning)
To coordinate with area transit providers to assist them in addressing required structural and other changes to improve provision and coordination of transit service throughout the region and new transit investments to foster redevelopment in the core area (Category 60100 - Short Range planning - Element 60160 Transit Planning)
To improve transportation safety and efficiency through use of new communications technologies through ITS (Category 60100 - Short Range Planning - Element 60180 ITS)
To provide for the transportation information needs of TMACOG members and provide travel demand forecasts for project design (Category 60100 - Short Range Planning - Element 60190 Transportation Service to Members)
To maintain the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (Category 60210 - TIP) and manage the TMACOG project funding programs to maximize use of funds available to the area (Category 60200 - TIP - element 60220 TIP Management STP-funded)
To provide basic data files and other inputs required for the TMACOG traffic forecasting model and for other aspects of the ongoing transportation planning process (Category 60500 - Continuing Planning - Surveillance - Element 60510 Data Collection and Management)
To monitor implementation and status of the “On the Move: 2007-2035 Transportation Plan” based on Census 2000 information and new growth projections, a new forecasting model, input from local plans, and new public input on the goals and needs of the region (Category 61000 – Transportation Plan)
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To provide the travel demand forecasting model and perform required systems analyses (Category 61500 - Continuing Planning - Procedural Development - Element 61520 Modeling and Forecasting)
To develop the databases/geographical information system that will contain or tie together all transportation information needed by TMACOG members, committees, and staff and to make this information available for website access (Element 66510 - not CPG-funded)
To conduct the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) short range planning and marketing programs (TARTA staff effort included in AWP for coordination purposes - Element 67490 - not CPG-funded)
To report on Transportation Department activities and manage the Transportation Department to provide a full staff team in as cost-effective and productive manner as possible, and report on and coordinate efforts of the various transportation stakeholders in the region (Category 69700)
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60100 SHORT RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING 60120 Highway Project Planning Goal: To maintain support for, and input on, major projects throughout the area and
participate in project teams as requested and necessary. TMACOG will continue to assist and support as appropriate the implementation of major highway projects in our region. Tasks can include creating and taking a lead role in project teams if requested by a project sponsor or simply participation in project teams or studies. Work by TMACOG to assist in developing consensus on implementing “On the Move: 2007-2035 Transportation Plan” (2035 Plan) highway projects is charged to this element. In FY 2004, ODOT began a strategic initiative to reduce traffic crashes at the high crash locations through a series of low-, medium-, and high-cost improvements. Work plans will be developed for all qualifying sites. Local jurisdictions can apply for funding to address higher crash sites also. TMACOG will provide assistance as needed to support this program. Active major projects as of February 2007 AWP include:
a. The Maumee River Crossing (element 60121) – Opening June 2007 b. I-475 widening in western Lucas County including a new interchange in the Springfield
Township area c. I-75/I-475 systems interchange upgrade (North Cove Split) including Douglas,
Central/Upton/Jackman, Willys Parkway, Berdan, and Phillips interchange access modifications
d. US 20 widening from SR 420 to Woodville e. US 24 Fort to Port f. Salisbury Road/Dussel Drive/I-475 Interchange Modification Study
Ongoing Products: 1. Support and participate in other agencies’ efforts to implement major “On the Move:
2007-2035 Transportation Plan” highway projects (Element 61100) 2. Provide staff and support for the new I-75/I-475 Interchange Improvement Task Force 3. Provide staff and support for the Salisbury Road / Dussel Drive / I-475 interchange
modification study
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60123 Safety Studies Goal: To complete safety work plan that includes prioritized safety locations and potential
countermeasures. In December 2006, TMACOG teamed up with ODOT and Ohio Department of Public Safety to host a roadway safety workshop. This workshop was attended by various governmental jurisdictions, police chiefs, and members of the Lucas County traffic safety program. During the workshop discussion, attendees provided a list of locations where safety problems exist. TMACOG will analyze and prioritize the input received from the workshop and develop a formal safety work plan. Traffic Safety Analysis Systems and Services, Inc. (TSASS), the consultant for the traffic crash data cleanup project, completed the clean up of 2004, 2005 and 2006 traffic crash data. TMACOG will encourage local jurisdictions to use this data to prepare safety studies and apply for safety study funding in FY 2008. Specific Products: 1. Clean up crash data for year 2007 June 20082. Use input from the roadway safety workshop to develop a list of
safety locations August 2007
3. Choose a ranking methodology for prioritizing projects October 20074. Review existing conditions at each location to identify or confirm
obvious deficiencies January 2008
5. Develop a formal draft work plan that includes prioritized safety locations and potential countermeasures
March 2008
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60130 Regional Passenger Rail Planning Goal: To increase and improve passenger rail transportation serving the region. TMACOG regional policy supports implementation of increased passenger rail services in our region. In FY 2002, to assist in implementing this policy, the Transportation Council formed a standing Passenger Rail Committee. This committee reviews state, multi-state, and national efforts to implement passenger rail service and develops local projects, initiatives, or policies that partner with and support efforts at a larger scale. In FY 2007, TMACOG co-organized two passenger rail informational events, including a session for economic development leaders to provide input to the Ohio Rail Development Commission on the Ohio Hub Plan economic impact study. The Passenger Rail Committee continued to provide input on the development of the 2035 transportation plan. TMACOG’s map of area passenger rail service and other informational materials were published on the TMACOG website. In FY 2008, TMACOG will continue to partner with the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, the Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC), the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG), and other appropriate agencies to work toward additional passenger rail service to the region and to institute higher speed service. Staff will continue to work with and support the Passenger Rail Committee, which will support both intercity rail and area rail transit priorities as outlined in the new regional transportation plan (2035 Plan). TMACOG will support, guide and/or participate in regional efforts to implement the proposed Midwest and Ohio high-speed rail hubs. Work will include the development of a plan that will increase transportation access to the Toledo rail station area. A public informational event will be held on passenger rail issues. The TMACOG website will be used to provide information on passenger rail issues.
Specific Products: 1. Hold a public informational event on passenger rail and rail transit
issues May 2008
2. Coordinate with stakeholders to develop and implement a plan for the Toledo rail station area, including improved multimodal transportation and added intercity bus service (Greyhound)
October 2007
Ongoing Products: 3. Post information on the TMACOG website 4. Support and participate in efforts towards implementing the ORDC Ohio Hub Study
and Midwest Regional Rail Initiative Chicago Hub Study 5. Provide staff and support for the Passenger Rail Committee, and hold a minimum of
three committee meetings 6. Coordinate Passenger Rail Committee participation in regional rail transit initiatives,
including the regional core circulator (downtown trolley) and the connecting Toledo Science Technology Corridor people-mover. (See also 60160)
7. Coordinate activities with the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG)
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60140 Freight Transportation Goal: To promote opportunities and resolve challenges in the movement of goods across all
modes. Movement of goods in and through the region is crucial to economic vitality and presents special challenges. Staff will continue to work with the Freight Committee and coordinate with Southeastern Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) and its Freight Committee to address the safety and efficiency of freight movement through improvements to the intermodal transportation system. A freight transportation needs list was developed last year to highlight issues raised by freight stakeholders and actions taken to address those issues. This list will be updated through “listening sessions” initiated by committee members to collect input directly from stakeholder groups – including manufacturers and freight transportation providers (modal transfer, break bulk, and package express). Also, increased awareness of actions needed to improve rail-crossing safety will be supported through cooperative work with Operation Lifesaver. The Freight Committee recently reviewed and provided comments on National Highway System (NHS) Connectors to the following facilities: Norfolk Southern Intermodal Yard, Amtrak train station, the US Postal Service building on St. Clair Street, and the upriver grain and bulk terminals. In FY 2008, staff and the Freight Committee will select an additional NHS connector for study. When completed, the committee will provide its findings, including any improvement recommendations, to the appropriate jurisdiction. The freight inventory of the bi-state region will continue to be expanded and updated. TMACOG will continue to support, as needed, the completion of feasibility studies on major freight highway corridors. Staff will also participate in efforts to “grow” the Intermodal Transportation Institute at The University of Toledo as a premier transportation research center for the area focusing on alternate energy, infrastructure utilization, and supply chains. During the previous two years, the Freight Committee has participated in the development of the 2035 Transportation Plan. As a result, it was determined that in order to fulfill the regional goal of strengthening the region’s role as an intermodal freight hub, two additional elements should be added to the freight program. Staff will provide support toward the development of the Lake Erie West Global Logistics Hub, which is proposed as four or more linked multimodal freight facilities requiring improved transportation infrastructure. Element 60142 is a freight forum that will allow TMACOG regional stakeholders to interface with other regions on common freight transportation issues. In both of these new elements, staff efforts will focus on developing information on freight transportation, supporting research, and building on the strategic location of the region in terms of freight mobility. Specific Products: 1. Update the freight transportation needs list by completing a
minimum of three listening sessions with freight transportation users and providers
June 2008
2. Select a National Highway System connector for a study to identify any needed improvements
April 2008
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60140 Freight Transportation (Continued) Ongoing Products: 3. Update existing and publish additional GIS maps of freight assets on TMACOG
website 4. Work with SEMCOG on freight issues impacting both areas 5. Promote rail-crossing safety by working cooperatively with Operation Lifesaver 6. Support and participate, as needed, in feasibility studies for major highway / rail
projects 7. Staff and support a minimum of five meetings of the TMACOG Freight Committee 8. Support development of The University of Toledo Intermodal Transportation Institute
(ITI) 9. Continue research for and support of development of the inland port portion of the
Lake Erie West Global Logistics Hub 60142 Statewide Freight Forum Specific Products: 1. Provide staff planning for the development and execution of a
statewide forum on freight issues September 2007
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60150 Pedestrian/Bicycle Transportation Planning Goal: To facilitate solutions for pedestrian and bicycle transportation issues with regional
stakeholders. The purpose of this work is to improve the intermodal transportation system, to impact air quality, and to improve personal mobility. Staff will continue to work together with the Pedestrian and Bikeways Committee and public transportation providers to disseminate educational information on transportation alternatives. Following the completion of the 2035 Plan, the committee will work to implement the plan projects and to develop a policy paper based on the pedestrian and bikeway policies recommended for the plan. TMACOG will also complete TMACOG Bicycle User Maps that identify the cycling level of difficulty for area streets. Another valuable resource for area residents, the “2003 Facility Users Guide,” will be updated in FY 2008 as well. In addition to responding to specific requests for information, TMACOG will continue to use its website and newsletter plus community outlets (libraries, bike shops) to share information on incorporating non-motorized access and parking into new development and major street projects, on the relationship of projects to the bikeway network, and on existing bikeway facilities. Specific Products: 1. Encourage transportation alternatives through the dissemination of
educational materials via media promotion and the website for Bike Week
May 2008
2. Develop a policy paper using input received from the 2035 Plan Winter 20083. Support regional bikeway development efforts and project teams
including facilitating at least two meetings of the Westside Corridor acquisition task force and at least one meeting of the Wabash Cannonball coordinating committee
June 2008
4. Complete the development of TMACOG bicycle user maps and disseminate the printed and electronic materials
March 2008
5. Update the “2003 Facilities User Guide” and disseminate the information via printed materials and the website
Spring 2008
Ongoing Products: 6. Provide staff and support for the Pedestrian and Bikeways Committee and hold a
minimum of four meetings 7. Continue to help implement the regional signed bike route system as needed, and
develop/distribute bicycle facility maps 8. Provide technical information on incorporating pedestrian and bicycle access into
transportation and development projects and information on available funding 9. Keep current on the TMACOG website: principles for accommodating bicycle and
pedestrian transportation, bikeway definitions and the regional bicycle/pedestrian plan 10. Continue coordinating a bicycle and pedestrian counting program to acquire usage
statistics on area facilities
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60160 Regional Public Transportation Planning Goal: To improve provision and coordination of public transportation facilities and services
throughout the region. In previous years, TMACOG facilitated two major transit-related studies: the Regional Transit Study, a needs assessment of transit throughout the three-county region, and the Regional Core Circulator Study, an analysis of mobility needs in the Toledo urban core. Each produced recommendations for providing new or improved public transportation facilities and services. We also continue to coordinate with all area providers to find ways to improve services of the Bowling Green Transit System, Bedford Dial-A-Ride (part of Lake Erie Transit), TARTA, UT, and BGSU systems. During FY 2008, TMACOG will continue to work with stakeholders to support efforts to further refine and move towards implementation of the study recommendations and support public transportation in the region, especially focusing on projects and initiatives included in the new 2035 Plan. TMACOG will coordinate with local governments and area transit providers to assist them in addressing required structural and other changes to improve provision and coordination of transit service throughout the region. This consultation will take into consideration the special needs of elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities. TMACOG will continue to support efforts to make new transit investments to foster redevelopment in the core area. Area transit agencies participate in regional security planning. As part of implementing the 2035 Plan, TMACOG will include TARTA in efforts to facilitate coordination among transportation modes and local emergency management agencies regarding transportation safety and security. (See also element 67495, TARTA Short Range Planning and Marketing Activities, FTA-funded, page 24.) Specific Products: 1. Assist transit providers and other stakeholders in addressing
Regional Transit Study and 2035 Plan recommendations June 2008
2. Assist stakeholders in addressing Regional Core Circulator Study recommendations
June 2008
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60180 Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Planning Goal: To improve transportation safety and efficiency through use of new communications
technologies through ITS. Staff will work with area stakeholders and coordinate with the southeast Michigan ITS study to implement Toledo-area ITS plan recommendations. In previous years, TMACOG held a series of highway incident management coordination workshops, completed the ITS regional architecture (FY 2005), and hosted federal training workshops on systems engineering and incident management. Last year, the TMACOG System Performance and Monitoring Committee (SPM) was designated as overseer of ITS activities. Staff worked with this committee to develop an architecture change form, which was published on the TMACOG website. In FY 2008, staff will monitor regional developments for any needed updates to the ITS architecture and support the SPM committee and any other task forces needed to address implementation. Staff and the committee will provide any needed support for the ODOT freeway management system (funded for design in FY 2009 and construction in FY 2011). In addition, work will be completed as needed on projects included in the 2035 Plan. Specific Products: 1. Review regional architecture and complete any needed updates June 2008
Ongoing Products: 2. Support/participate in ODOT’s implementation of an ITS freeway management project3. Coordinate with stakeholders and ODOT to implement other ITS plan
recommendations and ITS projects included in the regional transportation plan 4. Provide staff and support for any committees or ad hoc groups needed to maintain the
regional architecture or implement plan recommendations
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60190 Transportation Service Goal: To provide for the transportation information needs of TMACOG members and provide
travel demand forecasts for project design and other studies. Staff will continue to provide technical transportation planning and process assistance and information to TMACOG members within the transportation planning area. Upon request of members, staff will undertake special studies to meet the needs of new project development or other data needs related to transportation. Travel demand forecasts and planning level traffic estimates to be used as a basis for design-level traffic will be produced. Specific study methodology will be developed in cooperation with the requesting unit of government. Ongoing Products: 1. Transportation service at member request 2. Provide traffic projections from the year 2000 computer simulation model for studies
and member project requests within 60 days following the start date of the project request
3. Provide different GIS maps at member request 4. Demographic and socio-economic data at member request
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60200 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Goal: To maintain the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and manage the TMACOG
transportation project funding programs to maximize use of funds available to the area. 60210 Transportation Improvement Program Development TMACOG is charged with development of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the MPO area. The TIP is prepared biennially in conjunction with the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for the State of Ohio. FY 2007 was a year in which TMACOG published the FY 2008-2011 TIP. We will implement and maintain the FY 2008-2011 TIP and keep it current, including incorporating any amendments. We will also update the local project database system used to track TIP projects. Specific Products: 1. Revise or replace the FoxPro-based TIP project database system by
reconvening the Integrated Transportation Database (ITD) group to research alternative platforms
June 2008
2. Publish the annual listing of highway, transit, pedestrian, and bikeway projects using federal funding in our area
September 2007
Ongoing Products: 3. Monitor and maintain the FY 2008-2011 TIP 4. Provide staff and support for the TIP Committee meetings to manage the program
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60220 Transportation Improvement Program Management (STP-Funded§) The TIP Committee will be convened regularly to monitor the progress of project development and to proactively manage the MPO sub-allocation funding. Strategies will include working with local jurisdictions to build a reservoir of projects equal to 25 percent of the current year allocation and working with sponsors and ODOT District Office to schedule project sales for a 20-30-30-20 percent annual cost distribution by quarter. Staff will maintain records and prepare reports to document project progress and maintain accountability. Monitoring reports will track local government sponsors’ adherence to ODOT Ellis project development commitment. The Monitoring Sub-committee will work with project sponsors to identify actions needed to get late projects back on needed schedule. These actions will be documented in the Monitoring Sub-committee Reports. Staff will attempt to find discrepancies and notify ODOT of them in ODOT’s Ellis Project tracking system. This element is funded through a separate STP project funding agreement (PID # 76588) and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds. Specific Products: 1. Prepare four program monitoring reports with actions needed to
keep projects on schedule Quarterly
2. Complete FY 2009 “lock down” in cooperation with ODOT District 2 staff
December 2007
Ongoing Products: 3. Proactive management of TMACOG sub-allocation funding to actively pursue project
schedules, track adherence to project development commitment dates, and notify project sponsors of missed commitment dates
4. Work with project sponsors and ODOT District 2 to schedule project sales with quarterly goals of 20 percent, 30 percent, 30 percent, and 20 percent of projects sold in the respective quarters of the fiscal year
5. Work with project sponsors and ODOT District 2 to identify reservoir of projects ready to be sold totaling 25 percent of current year allocation
6. Monitor ODOT Ellis system and notify ODOT of inconsistencies that are found between Ellis and TMACOG TIP project schedules and funding
§ TMACOG STP funding is provided through TMACOG-managed funds allocated through the TIP (PID #76588).
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60500 CONTINUING PLANNING – SURVEILLANCE Goal: To provide basic data files and other inputs required for the TMACOG traffic forecasting
model and for other aspects of the ongoing transportation planning process. 60510 Continuing Planning - Surveillance TMACOG staff will continue to assist the jurisdictions to standardize their counting procedures and also advise in the use of the TCDS software and website program. Another important component of the data collection and management effort is to maintain and update socio-economic data files and network data files for the travel demand model. Staff will assist with all the data analysis needs for the Transportation Department. Special emphasis will be placed on the use of data for Congestion Management Programs. Specific Products:
1. Coordinate with ODOT to add TMACOG-identified locations on the freeway system to ODOT’s count program
December 2007
2. Complete 350 count locations December 20073. Work with consultants to upload their counts onto the TCDS
website September 2007
4. Create congestion management process and report October 20075. Analyze TAZ boundaries for continuity with current regional
growth and development in preparation for the 2010 Census June 2008
Ongoing Products:
6. Maintain and update socio-economic data files for the transportation study area 7. Maintain and update network data files including newly constructed project
information 8. Maintain and update traffic count database 9. Maintain and update GIS data (roads, political boundaries, census etc.) 10. Mapping needs as required to assist various transportation committees and events 11. Continue to work with local jurisdictions to use the TCDS software to upload counts
into the traffic count website
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61100 LONG RANGE PLANNING Goal: To maintain, promote, and monitor implementation of the regional transportation plan,
keeping it technically sound, broadly supported, and coordinated with local community plans and long-term development.
TMACOG is required to develop and keep current a 20-year horizon regional transportation plan. This plan must be updated or replaced with a completely new horizon year plan every four years per federal law (SAFETEA-LU). The new plan, developed over the past two years and effective July 1, 2007, is titled “On the Move: 2007-2035 Transportation Plan” (2035 Plan). This plan is in compliance with SAFETEA-LU and will be maintained to assure its continued conformance with federal requirements. Staff and the Planning Committee will monitor and support efforts to implement the 2035 Plan. A new effort will be to develop a benchmarking system related to meeting plan goals. We will prepare an annual progress chart showing project status and a legislative agenda informing policy makers of the major projects, initiatives, and policies. A document outlining strategies for implementing proposed initiatives (a new category in the plan) will be developed, and work will begin on one or more high priority initiatives. We will present the status of the transportation plan to area policy makers and the Ohio TRAC (funding committee for major new projects) to promote area projects. TMACOG staff will stay abreast of major new development proposals and issues in Michigan and Ohio and coordinate TMACOG transportation activities with major community/regional/multi-jurisdictional efforts. Specific Products: 1. Provide information in support of the 2035 Plan; participate in
presentations to TRAC (state funding body) and local entities; provide input to state planning processes; other efforts as needed
December 2007
2. Prepare a 2035 Plan progress chart, and develop a system of bench-marking current status and measuring progress on implementing 2035 Plan goals
March 2008
3. Prepare the 2008-2009 Legislative Agenda highlighting area priorities
May 2008
4. 2035 Plan initiatives (studies, other regional actions); prepare a white paper outlining priorities, partners, and strategies for implementing plan initiatives, and begin work on at least one initiative
June 2008
Ongoing Products: 5. Assist as requested in all area community comprehensive plan updates 6. Provide staff support for meetings of the planning committee
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61500 CONTINUING PLANNING – PROCEDURAL DEVELOPMENT Goal: To provide the travel demand forecasting model and perform required systems analyses 61520 Modeling and Forecasting TMACOG maintains a computer model that is used to predict future traffic loading on the street system. The model requires extensive data inputs including demographic parameters, current traffic levels and other components related to the street system. Maintenance and update of this model is a major task as is the additional coding necessary to construct experimental network changes needed to test future scenarios. Refinement and improvement to the modeling capabilities at TMACOG continue in FY 2008. We will use the new model for traffic projections requests as needed. Specific Products: 1. Study the preliminary results of the pavement condition data used
in the Long Range Plan development and refine it further to include Michigan data and build a forecasting model to forecast future pavement condition
a) Integration of pavement data from different sources (ODOT, City of Toledo and Michigan)
b) Research pavement deterioration rates c) Build a model to forecast future pavement condition d) Report list of catch-up projects and recommendations about
funding requirements by jurisdiction e) Report steady state funding requirements by jurisdiction
June 2008
Begin FY 2009
2. Continue to work on refining the five-year increment population, housing and employment projections through 2035 for use in travel demand forecasting
March 2008
3. Provide model results and networks for the congestion management process and report (see also element 60510)
September 2007
Ongoing Products: 4. Provide traffic projection results to members as needed 5. Provide staff and support for System Performance and Monitoring Committee
meetings 6. Continue to develop annual pavement condition report for all the federal aid routes
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66500 SPECIAL STUDIES Goal: To develop a databases/geographical information system that will contain or tie together
all transportation information needed by TMACOG members, committees, and staff, and to make this information available for website access.
66510 Integrated Transportation Database (STP-Funded) During FY 2007, TMACOG staff continued to work on developing a database to house all transportation data. A basic comparison procedure was developed in MS Excel to track changes between successive ODOT ELLIS reports for the TIP process. Pavement condition and bridge condition data were collected and analyzed as a part of long range plan technical analysis. However, the bridge condition data still needs to be incorporated into the integrated database using linear referencing. During FY 2007 Wood County upgraded their GIS system. In FY 2008, TMACOG will integrate Wood County’s information into the TMACOG GIS system. The TIP project management system is the final product of the Integrated Transportation Database. After this project has been completed, TMACOG will close this element. This element is funded through a separate STP project funding agreement and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds. As noted in the budget tables, prior year funding is used to support this program. Specific Products: 1. Completely develop the database to organize all transportation data
(ODOT inventory system, network inputs, counts, TIP projects, forecasts, etc.)
June 2008
2. Incorporate Wood County’s latest GIS information (Location Based Response System) into ITD
August 2007
3.
Design and develop a TIP project management system. Design procedures to import Ellis reports from ODOT and incorporate them into the TIP system
June 2008
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67400 TRANSIT PLANNING Goal: To provide data and support for the transit planning activities of the Toledo Area
Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) and Toledo Area Regional Paratransit Service (TARPS).
67495 TARTA Short Range Planning and Marketing Activities (FTA-funded)‡‡ The TARTA Planning Department is responsible for the Authority’s short-term capital and service planning. These duties include designing new routes and service options, maintenance of the passenger shelter program, preparing grant applications and planning documentation that meets the requirements of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), developing the annual program of projects, and the preparation of specifications for major capital projects. The planning department also acts as the principle liaison for TARTA’s communications with other federal, state, and local agencies. Regarding security planning, in Lucas County, the Lucas County Emergency Management Agency is responsible for coordination of the overall security plan. In addition, public safety forces in the region coordinate security activities across jurisdictions. TARTA is a participant in these planning efforts, focusing on evacuation planning. No unmet security-related capital or staffing needs that could potentially be met by transit have been identified in the area security plans. This element is funded through a separate funding agreement and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds at TMACOG. It is funded through Section 5307 funding provided to TARTA. Specific objectives to be performed by TARTA: 1. Public Transit Monitoring System (PTMS) Report Update February 20082. Certification of Data April 2008 3. National Transit Database Report April 2008 4. Complete and submit the annual Capital Plan for Transit
Improvements May 2008
5. Market and evaluate success of Toledo Mud Hens Service September 20076. Preparation of 2007 Program of Projects September 20077. Market and evaluate success of Call-A- Ride flex-route services December 20078. Planning of a new TARPS Intermodal Paratransit Facility December 2007
Ongoing Products: 9. Investigate and institute service changes as necessary 10. Attendance at scheduled meetings of the Metropolitan Planning Organization and its
committees and subcommittees 11. Work to complete the transit portions of the “On the Move: 2007-2035 Transportation
Plan” and implement provisions as outlined in the plan and to participate with TMACOG on long range transportation issues
12. Market special TARTA events such as Ozone Action Day special fare, and Bike Week along with regular TARTA services
13. Participate in security planning efforts in the Toledo metropolitan area.
‡‡ Funded through TARTA Section 5307 funding.
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69700 TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM REPORTING 69710 Transportation Policy Committee Reporting and Administration Goal: To report on and manage the Transportation Department to provide a full staff team in as
cost-effective and productive manner as possible, and report on and coordinate efforts of the various transportation stakeholders in the region.
TMACOG will provide reports on the activities of the Transportation Department, the Transportation Council and all of its subcommittees. This will include such things as, but not limited to, secretarial support, administrative reports, project management, and staff management (personnel evaluations, etc.). The annual transportation summit will take the form of a conference on freight transportation that will provide an opportunity for area stakeholders to explore the role of freight transportation in the region and learn about other efforts in the state. A smaller scale meeting with area officials and stakeholders to coordinate are transportation planning activities may be held if needed. Activities that are ineligible for federal funding will be charged to a 100 percent locally funded element. (Element 68210) Specific Products: 1. Convene the 2007 Ohio Conference on Freight to demonstrate the
importance of intermodal freight activities to economic development in the region
September 2007
Ongoing Products: 2. Support further development of University of Toledo Intermodal Transportation
Institute (ITI) 3. Provide staff and support for the Transportation Council. Complete the AWP (element
69710) 4. Improve environmental justice and public involvement in transportation planning at
TMACOG including maintaining the required public involvement procedures document (element 69750)
5. Convene area stakeholders for coordinating meetings on transportation planning issues as needed.
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70000 COMMUTER SERVICES PURPOSE: To provide commuter information and services when applicable that result in improving the availability of safe, reliable, and economical transportation options. Goals: • To efficiently and effectively manage the Commuter Services Department including
planning, administering, and allocating financial resources, investigating and developing new funding sources, and supervising personnel. (Element 71000 – Management)
• To remove transportation barriers for low-income individuals who are receiving Ohio
Works First (OWF) benefits from the Lucas County Department of Job and Family Services (LCJFS), who are attempting to enter the workforce, and are unable to utilize public transportation due to the hours worked, location of home and/or employment, or daycare stops. (Element 72100 NWO CommuterLINK – Lucas County)
• To remove transportation barriers for low-income individuals attempting to enter the
workforce and who are unable to utilize public transportation due to the hours worked or location of home, daycare and/or employment. (Element 72102 – NWO CommuterLINK – FTA Grant)
• To promote trip reduction through ridesharing and vanpooling by encouraging alternatives
to the single occupant vehicles (SOV) traveling to work or school. (Element 73100 – Share A Ride – CMAQ)
• To increase the availability of handicap accessible transportation and develop a regional
coordinated transportation plan for elderly and disabled persons. (Element 74100 – Specialized Transportation – CPG)
• To provide a reliable transportation alternative for working, low-income families as a step
towards helping them to become self-sufficient. (Element 75100 – Car Buy Program – Lucas County, and 75102 – Car Buy Program – FTA Grant)
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71100 Management Goal: To efficiently and effectively manage the Commuter Services Department including
planning, administering and allocating financial resources, investigating and developing new funding sources, and supervising personnel.
Ongoing Products: 1. Work cooperatively with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), Lucas County
Department of Job and Family Services (LCJFS), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA), local elected officials, and other community agencies toward the goal of efficiently serving the public and their commuter needs
2. Maintain professional personnel in appropriate positions for maximum program success 3. Pursue alternative funding sources 4. Develop and maintain an active Commuter Services Council that will provide crucial input
on the management and operations of Commuter Services programs. Council members will represent various social agencies and will meet at least six times (6) a year
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72100 Northwest Ohio CommuterLINK (Lucas County)* Goal: To remove transportation barriers for low-income individuals who are receiving Ohio
Works First (OWF) benefits from the Lucas County Department of Job and Family Services (LCJFS), attempting to enter the workforce, and are unable to utilize public transportation due to the hours worked, location of home, and/or employment or daycare stops.
*This element is funded through a LCJFS grant and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds. No prior year funding earmarks are being used to fund this program. Northwest Ohio CommuterLINK is a transportation brokerage that provides temporary transport to work for low-income individuals who are referred by the LCJFS. Independent contractors provide the transportation service. Specific Products: 1. Secure FY 2008 LCJFS funding July 2007
Ongoing Products: 2. Continue to educate LCJFS staff and the public about the availability of CommuterLINK
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72102 Northwest Ohio CommuterLINK (FTA Grant) Goal: To remove transportation barriers for low-income individuals attempting to enter the
workforce and who are unable to utilize public transportation due to the hours worked or location of home, daycare and/or employment. This element is funded through a Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC) Grant and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds.
Northwest Ohio CommuterLINK is a transportation brokerage that provides temporary transportation to work or training work for low-income individuals through use of independent contractors. Specific Products: 1. Pursue JARC grant through a process yet to be announced by the
Federal Transit Authority (FTA) October 2007
Ongoing Products: 2. Present and promote the program at various community functions 3. Establish a presence on the committees of various local agencies such as LCJFS,
TARTA, WIA, and other social and public agencies 4. Work with TARTA on making route changes and improvements that will result in
permanent solutions for program participants 5. Strive to move riders who are ineligible for CommuterLINK into the Car Buy
Program
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73100 Share A Ride (CMAQ-funded) Goal: To promote single occupant vehicles (SOV) trip reduction through ridesharing and
vanpooling to work or school. This element is funded through a separate Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funding (PID #76598), and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds at TMACOG. CMAQ funding is provided through TMACOG-managed funds allocated through the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), PID # 76598.
Share A Ride is a computer matching service that matches registered commuters who live and work in the same area to form carpools and/or vanpools. Specific Products: 1. Annual review of the Share A Ride database November 2007
Ongoing Products: 2. Expand the Share A Ride database by five percent through presentations, campaigns,
and community events. 3. Contact twelve (12) employers throughout the year regarding the benefits of offering
commuting alternatives to their employees. 4. Partner with the Ozone Action Program to foster a greater awareness of the importance
of air quality issues and the impact of the single occupant vehicle (SOV) on air quality. 5. Increase awareness of all the programs in the Commuter Services Department through
marketing and promotional programs. 6. Work with CommuterLINK to provide carpool information to individuals making the
transition from welfare to work, to the working poor, and to those who face transportation challenges.
7. Maintain the Commuter Services information on TMACOG’s website so that it is consistent with marketing efforts being used to promote the department’s programs.
8. Participate in and support the Gas Cap Testing and Replacement Program, which is held in partnership with the Ozone Action Program to foster a greater awareness of the importance of air quality issues. Emphasize the importance of decreasing the amount of volatile organic chemicals (VOCs) released into the air by the automobile.
9. Market the Guaranteed Ride Home Program as an important aspect of the Share A Ride program.
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74100 Specialized Transportation (CPG) Goal: To increase the availability of handicap accessible transportation and develop a
regional coordinated transportation plan for elderly and disabled persons. This element is funded through a Consolidated Planning Grant.
1. Continue to monitor the maintenance and use of Specialized Transportation Program
(Section 5310) vehicles in accordance with ODOT requirements 2. Administer the Specialized Transportation Program grant process, following
procedures set by ODOT in accordance with TMACOG’s adopted 5310 plan 3. Work to increase the quality and quantity of applications for Specialized
Transportation Program funds.
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75100 Car Buy Program (Lucas County) Goal: To provide a reliable transportation alternative for working, low-income families as a
step toward helping them to become self-sufficient. The Car Buy Program purchases safe, reliable automobiles for eligible clients who pay $150 per month for one year, which includes liability insurance. When the loan is paid in full the client receives a clear title for the vehicle. JFS funding pays for credit reports, insurance, car care classes, defensive driving course, and car repairs. Specific Products:
1. Secure funding for program July 2007 Ongoing Products:
2. Car care classes for recipients to help them develop a better understanding of how to purchase, operate, and care for their automobile
3. Budget class for prospective participants to improve their money management skills 4. State of Ohio certified Defensive Driving Remedial Program for recipients to learn
collision prevention techniques and discuss other legal driving issues. 5. Register all the Car Buy Program participants for the Share A Ride Program 6. Foster a relationship with participants so that they understand the responsibility of
owning a car including the cost of insurance, upkeep, and maintenance 7. Provide the necessary support, documentation, and follow-up to distribute four to six
cars each month 8. Conduct semi-annual inspections on cars
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75101 Car Buy Program (Currently not funded) Goal: To provide reliable transportation for working, low-income families as a step toward
helping them to become self-sufficient. This element is funded through grants and foundations when funding can be secured and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds.
The Car Buy Program purchases safe, reliable automobiles for eligible clients who pay $150 per month for one year, which includes liability insurance. When the loan is paid in full the client receives a clear title for the vehicle. The average purchase cost per vehicle is not to exceed $3,000.00. Ongoing Products:
1. Pursue and secure new funding sources
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75102 Car Buy Program (FTA Grant) Goal: To provide reliable transportation for working, low-income families as a step toward
helping them to become self-sufficient. This element is funded through a LCJFS grant and is not part of Consolidated Planning Grant Funds.
The Car Buy Program purchases safe, reliable automobiles for eligible clients who pay $150 per month for one year, including liability insurance. When the loan is paid in full the client receives a clear title for the vehicle. The average purchase cost per vehicle is not to exceed $3,000.00. JARC monies are used to pay for the amount over and above $1,500 for the purchase of each car. Specific Products: 1. Procure four to six good quality and reliable cars monthly July 2007-June 2008
Ongoing Products: 2. Maintain ongoing communications with various car dealerships
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OTHER AGENCY EFFORTS Agencies other than TMACOG perform numerous planning activities in our area. Many of these efforts are funded separately and do not directly impact the transportation planning program at TMACOG. They do, however, affect the transportation system in the area. During federal re-certification review it was noted that the TMACOG 2008 Annual Work Program – Executive Summary should attempt to give the larger picture, that is, it should describe other major planning efforts underway in the region. This will help ensure coordination between all the important transportation stakeholders in our area. Therefore, a very brief description of other agency efforts is listed below. Goal: To develop the land re-use area plan and the plan for redevelopment of the Craig Bridge
as a local arterial as part of the effort to complete construction of the new Maumee River Bridge – Veterans’ Glass City Skyway. Lead agency – ODOT District 2
Goal: To complete preliminary development and then detailed design of the preferred
alternative for US 24 Fort to Port. Lead agency – ODOT District 2 Goal: To complete detailed design of the I-475/Salisbury Road interchange project. Lead
agency – ODOT District 2 with Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority and Lucas County Engineer
Goal: To implement Expressway MIS project recommendations by finishing an alternatives
analysis and interchange justification/modification study on widening I-475 in western Lucas County, City of Toledo, and northern Wood County including the Springfield area (Dorr, Bancroft, or Hill), US 20A, Central Avenue, and US-23/I-475 interchanges. Lead agency – ODOT District 2
Goal: To implement Expressway MIS project recommendations by finishing the interchange
modification study, design, and construction of the I-75/475 systems interchange (North Cove). Lead agency–ODOT District 2
Goal: Meet general transit system planning needs – Route analyses, etc. Lead agency – TARTA Goal: To implement Expressway MIS Project recommendations by finishing alternatives
analysis and initial engineering for widening of I-75 from Phillips Avenue to I-280. Lead agency – ODOT District 2
Goal: Complete feasibility studies, design, and construction for the grade separations being
advanced through the Governor’s Grade Separation Program (Summit Street, McCord Road, Wales Road, Hallet Avenue, and Oregon Road). Lead agency – ODOT, District 2
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OTHER AGENCY EFFORTS (continued) Goal: Complete the Ohio & Lake Erie Regional Rail Ohio Hub Study (passenger rail) including
the Cleveland-Toledo-Detroit corridor and a new Columbus-Toledo corridor with a possible higher speed rail connection from downtown Toledo to Detroit Metro Airport. Lead agency – Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC)
Goal: Complete the widening feasibility study for I-75 from Erie Street (downtown Toledo) to
Washington Street. Lead agency - ODOT District 2 Goal: Complete the Upper Midwest Freight Transportation Study of seven states and Canadian
provinces identifying capacity constraints and needed improvements in the larger multi-state area. Lead agency – ODOT with others (including the University of Toledo Intermodal Transportation Institute, UT ITI)
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TMACOG COST ALLOCATION PLAN
FY 2008
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TABLE 5 BUDGETED TRANSPORTATION EXPENDITURES BY WORK ELEMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2008
Element Proposed Previous FY 2008 FY 2007 Diff. Fund
Subtotal FTA & FHWA/ODOT 991497 934385 971497 14850 55200 Transportation Air Quality Program 85000 85000 50500 772 34500 c 60140 Freight Planning 35119 35119 35119 537 60220 TIP Mgmt - STP Funded 100000 100000 100000 1529 61000 Long Range Planning 35120 35120 35120 537 66510 Database Integration 73000 73000 73000 1116 68200 Trans - Local Excl. 32844 17280 32844 502 67490 TARTA's ACSP 150000 150000 0 0 150000 a 73100 Share a Ride 112836 112836 79336 1213 33500 c
Set Aside for reserves 10000 0 0 0 10000 d Subtotal Non FTA & FHWA/ODOT 633919 608355 405919 6205 TOTAL TRANSPORTATION* 1625416 1542740 1377416 21054 248000 Subtotal TMACOG 1475416 1392740 10.53
a TARTA staff b Consultant c Non staff direct expenditures d Reserve for future period
APPENDICES
APPENDIX A
Title VI Assurances
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ODOT GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCTING TITLE VI PROGRAM COMPLIANCE REVIEWS OF THE METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Compliance Review Response For The
Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments CY2006
I. Metropolitan Planning Organization Handling Agency Compliance
A. To what extent does the MPO employ minority staff personnel in the program area under review?
Staff Profile - CY 2006 (Full-time Regular Positions as of 12/31/06)
Male Female White African-Am. Middle Eastern 14 –51.8% 13 – 48.2% 22 – 81.5% 3 – 11.1% 2 – 7.4%
B. Has the Agency adopted a formal Title VI complaint process?
A formal Title VI complaint process was adopted by the Executive Committee on May 16, 2007. This process and complaint form is posted on TMACOG’s website at www.tmacog.org
C. Has the MPO received any specific Title VI complaints in the program area under
review? If so, what corrective action has been taken? No complaints have been received.
II. Consultant Contracts
A. What considerations are given to minority contractors in the selection of consultants for transportation planning work?
1. Does the Agency establish and monitor annual Title VI contracting goals?
TMACOG does establish Title VI contracting goals for FTA, but not FHWA-funded projects. This will be addressed in the revised Title VI policies that will be forwarded for review prior to seeking approval of the Executive Committee.
2. Does the consultant selection process include maintenance of records of qualified minority consultants?
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In conjunction with its DBE Program, TMACOG utilizes DBE Directories from ODOT and TARTA that include the names of minority-owned businesses as well as consultants.
This information can also be used when establishing DBE goals. 3. What other methods or procedures are utilized to encourage use of qualified
minority consultants?
a. Information about RFPs is made available directly to DBEs via the ODOT Bulletin Board.
b. Notices for both Bids and RFPs are placed in and through minority
owned media, journals, and associations as appropriate and available. c. Both Requests for Bids and RFPs are posted on TMACOG’s website.
d. Procurement information is provided to DBEs requesting information regarding contracting and supply possibilities.
e. Special arrangements may be made by DBEs to receive assistance
from the agency in developing acceptable bid packages, addressing cash flow and scheduling problems, etc.
f. All proposes are strongly encouraged to utilize minority subcontractors
when submitting their proposal packages and are evaluated on their efforts to do so. For some contracts, a specific DBE goal is established and included as part of the RFP. In addition, award contracts also contain clauses encouraging the use of DBE contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
4. Are Title VI assurances and provisions included on consultant contracts?
All consultant contracts include the standard terms and conditions language requiring compliance with Title VI.
B. Have consultants made positive efforts to employ qualified minority
subcontractors? If so, to what extent?
Over the past several years, we have requested proposals for a number of discretionary grants that provide the opportunity for DBE participation. For contracts where subcontracting has been appropriate, consultants have complied with MBE/DBE participation goals
C. What are the MPO Handling Agency’s procedures for monitoring consultant compliance with Title VI contract provisions?
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TMACOG attempts to assure that all consultants comply with Title VI provisions by incorporating the ODOT prescribed language requirements for contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers into its contractual agreements with them. Subcontractors with minority vendors are, of course, monitored through contractor invoices to insure that the vendors are being utilized as stated in the contract and also to insure that they are being paid in a timely fashion.
III. Urban Transportation Planning Process
A. What techniques and procedures are employed that will provide data relative to minority populations, neighborhoods, income levels, physical environments, travel habits, etc.?
Information on minority persons, neighborhoods, income levels, etc. is developed from the 2000 Census STF 1 and 3 files and the recently available Census Transportation Planning package (CTPP). Utilizing this data environmental justice target areas with higher than the regional average of minority or low- income residents are delineated by transportation analysis zones (TAZ’s). This information is utilized in development of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Long Range Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) in both generic analyses of systems and projects and in specific analysis for Environmental Justice concerns (lack of proportionate investment or more than proportionate adverse impact analyses). TIP and RTP public involvement processes are designed to include specific activities and meetings in Environmental Justice (EJ) target areas. Origin/destination studies (O-D) traffic volume studies, household travel surveys, travel time studies, and surveys for the Regional Transit Study all include efforts to ensure representation of residents in these areas. EJ information and analysis is used as a tool to guide policy and plan development.
B. To what extent is the data considered in determining that a proposed
transportation system will be capable of responding favorably to minority group requirements? What techniques are used?
The data is used at all levels of plan development, as well as throughout the decision-making process; planners utilize the data to develop various alternatives from which the system with the least negative impacts will be chosen; the various task forces and citizen advisory groups consider this data in making their recommendations to the TMACOG Transportation Council and Board of Trustees and Executive Committee of the Board (the policy board); and the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees utilizes the data as a factor that is weighted prior to making a final decision.
C. Do the MPO Transportation Plan and TIP include assessments of the impacts that
planned transportation system investments will have on both the minority and
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non-minority areas? Discuss assessment methodology and resulting documentation.
Analysis of the physical, social, and economic impacts of various alternatives
upon minorities is conducted as a part of system development and in specific environmental justice analyses required in development of the TIP and RTP. The assessment of human services transportation needs is aimed at improving services to various groups of disadvantaged individuals.
As noted above, environmental justice analysis is a routine part of TIP and RTP
development. In addition, many short-range improvement programs are initiated at the request of local jurisdictions, which utilize public input as a determinant in deciding which alternative will be the least detrimental to the affected community, balanced with general community travel and safety needs.
Both the TIP and RTP contain specific analyses of the impact of transportation
system investments on minority and non-minority populations to include investments in minority and non-minority areas, projects requiring right-of-way in minority and non-minority areas and visualizing the location of projects impacting minority areas.
D. To what extent has the MPO developed a formalized procedure (organization,
responsibilities, etc.) to provide for citizen participation in the transportation planning process?
TMACOG adopted a formal “TMACOG Public Involvement Policy for Transportation” in November 2003 outlining procedures to be utilized in development of planning products and documents in the transportation department. This policy is being updated to reflect provisions of SAFETEA-LU.
For each major study and the “On the Move: 2007-2035 Transportation Plan”
(2035 Plan), extensive public involvement efforts are required. All major activities require special public input meetings in all three counties (Monroe, Lucas, Wood); presentations in various media; and placing ads with minority-focused newspapers. Less traditional methods such as placing surveys on TARTA buses have been used to insure the broadest range of public input possible into the process.
E. Are minorities, both individually and through their organizations, represented in
the citizen participation effort? If so, how many and in what capacities?
Yes, minority representatives are recruited to participate on all transportation council standing committees and in special teams and task forces. As noted above, public involvement procedures require advertisement of major activities and opportunities for public involvement in minority media outlets and require public meetings be held in Environmental Justice areas for all major products.
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F. Are there any further affirmative actions taken by the MPO to enlist the involvement and support of minorities in the transportation planning process?
TMACOG uses both affirmative action and DBE considerations in all hiring
decisions, purchasing and provisions on internal administrative services. In addition, outreach efforts are made to inform neighborhood and citizen’s groups, particularly those in minority areas, of TMACOG’s functions and opportunities for citizen involvement in its planning process. This is done through public involvement meeting notices and press releases to minority newspapers, publications, and presentations to local organizations. As noted above, this has been particularly emphasized in the TIP and RTP processes.
APPENDIX B
61000 — Long Range Planning – SEMCOG Format
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APPENDIX B
61100 LONG RANGE PLANNING Goal: To maintain, promote, and monitor implementation of the regional transportation plan,
keeping it technically sound, broadly supported, and coordinated with local community plans and long-term development.
TMACOG is required to develop and keep current a 20-year horizon regional transportation plan. This plan must be updated or replaced with a completely new horizon year plan every four years per federal law (SAFETEA-LU). The new plan, developed over the past two years and effective July 1, 2007, is entitled “On the Move: 2007-2035 Transportation Plan (2035 Plan).” This plan is in compliance with SAFETEA-LU and will be maintained to assure its continued conformance with federal requirements. Staff and the Planning Committee will monitor and support efforts to implement the 2035 Plan. A new effort will be to develop a benchmarking system related to meeting plan goals. We will prepare an annual progress chart showing project status and a legislative agenda informing policy makers of the major projects, initiatives and policies. A document outlining strategies for implementing proposed initiatives (a new category in the plan) will be developed, and work will begin on one or more high priority initiatives. We will present the status of the transportation plan to area policy makers and the Ohio TRAC (funding committee for major new projects) to promote area projects. TMACOG staff will stay abreast of major new development proposals and issues in Michigan and Ohio and coordinate TMACOG transportation activities with major community/regional/multi-jurisdictional efforts. Specific Products: 1. Provide information in support of the 2035 Plan; participate in
presentations to TRAC (state funding body) and local entities; provide input to state planning processes; other efforts as needed
December 2007
2. Prepare a 2035 Plan progress chart, and develop a system of bench-marking current status and measuring progress on implementing 2035 Plan goals
March 2008
3. Prepare the 2008-2009 Legislative Agenda highlighting area priorities May 20084 2035 Plan initiatives (studies, other regional actions); prepare a white
paper outlining priorities, partners, and strategies for implementing plan initiatives, and begin work on at least one initiative
June 2008
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61100 LONG RANGE PLANNING (Continued) Ongoing Products: 5. Assist as requested in all area community comprehensive plan updates 6. Provide staff support for meetings of the Planning Committee
Fiscal Year 2008 - July 1, 2007 – June 30, 2008 Part Time Hours...............................0 Full Time Hours...........................450 Total Hours ..................................450 FY 2008 Expenditures: FY 2008 Revenue:
Staff Labor/Leave .....$13,143 FHWA PL (MI).........$28,746 Fringe Additive ...........$3,942 Local Match ..............$ 6,374 Direct Expenses .........$ 3,512 Indirect Additive .......$14,523
Total Expenses ......................$35,120 Total Revenue .......................$35,120
APPENDIX C
60140 — Freight Planning – SEMCOG Format
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60140 FREIGHT PLANNING Goal: To promote opportunities and resolve challenges in the movement of goods across all
modes. Movement of goods in and through the region is crucial to economic vitality and presents special challenges. Staff will continue to work with the Freight Committee and coordinate with Southeastern Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) and its Freight Committee to address the safety and efficiency of freight movement through improvements to the intermodal transportation system. A freight transportation needs list was developed last year to highlight issues raised by freight stakeholders and actions taken to address those issues. This list will be updated through “listening sessions” initiated by committee members to collect input directly from stakeholder groups – including manufacturers and freight transportation providers (modal transfer, break bulk, and package express). Also, increased awareness of actions needed to improve rail-crossing safety will be supported through cooperative work with Operation Lifesaver. The Freight Committee recently reviewed and provided comments on National Highway System (NHS) Connectors to the following facilities: Norfolk Southern Intermodal Yard, Amtrak train station, the U. S. Postal Service building on St. Clair Street, and the upriver grain and bulk terminals. In FY 2008, staff and the Freight Committee will select an additional NHS connector for a two-year study. When completed, the committee will provide its findings, including any improvement recommendations, to the appropriate jurisdiction. The freight inventory of the bi-state region will continue to be expanded and updated. TMACOG will continue to support, as needed, the completion of feasibility studies on major freight highway corridors. Staff will also participate in efforts to “grow” the Intermodal Transportation Institute at The University of Toledo as a premier transportation research center for the area focusing on alternate energy, infrastructure utilization, and supply chains. During the previous two years, the Freight Committee has participated in the development of the 2035 Plan. As a result, it was determined that in order to fulfill the regional goal of strengthening the region’s role as an intermodal freight hub, two additional elements should be added to the freight program. Staff will provide support towards the development of the Lake Erie West Global Logistics Hub, which is proposed as four or more linked multi-modal freight facilities requiring improved transportation infrastructure. Element 60142 is a freight forum that will allow TMACOG regional stakeholders to interface with other regions on common freight transportation issues. In both of these new elements, staff efforts will focus on developing information on freight transportation, supporting research, and building on the strategic location of the region in terms of freight mobility.
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Specific Products: 1. Update the Freight Transportation Needs List by completing a minimum
of three listening sessions with freight transportation users and providers June 2008
2. Select a National Highway System connector for a two-year study to identify any needed improvements
April 2008
Ongoing Products: 3. Update existing and publish additional GIS maps of freight assets on TMACOG
website 4. Work with SEMCOG on freight issues impacting both areas 5. Promote rail-crossing safety by working cooperatively with Operation Lifesaver 6. Support and participate, as needed, in feasibility studies for major highway / rail
projects 7. Staff and support a minimum of five meetings of the TMACOG Freight Committee 8. Support development of The University of Toledo Intermodal Transportation Institute
(ITI) 9. Continued research for and support of development of the inland port portion of the
Lake Erie West Global Logistics Hub 60142 Statewide Freight Forum Specific Products: 1. Provide staff planning for the development and execution of a
statewide forum on freight issues September 2007
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Fiscal Year 2008 - July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008 Part-Time Hours...............................0 Full-Time Hours...........................450 Total Hours ..................................450 FY 2007 Expenditures: FY 2007 Revenue:
Staff Labor/Leave .....$13,143 FHWA PL (MI).........$28,746 Fringe Additive ...........$3,942 Local Match ..............$ 6,374 Direct Expenses .........$ 3,512 Indirect Additive .......$14,523
Total Expenses ......................$35,120 Total Revenue .......................$35,120
APPENDIX D
List of Acronyms
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2025 RTP 2025 Regional Transportation Plan – Update 2004 2035 Plan On the Move: 2007-2035 Transportation Plan CDBG Community Development Block Grant CMAQ Congestion Mitigation Air Quality CPG Consolidated Planning Program DBE Disadvantaged Business Enterprise EJ Environmental Justice EPA Environmental Protection Agency FHWA Federal Highway Administration FTA Federal Transit Authority ITS Intelligent Transportation Systems JARC Job Access Reverse Commute LCJFS Lucas County Department Job And Family Services MPO Metropolitan Planning Organization MS4s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System NPDES National Pollution Discharge Elimination System OD Origin /Destination ODOD Ohio Department Of Development ODOT Ohio Department Of Transportation ORDC Ohio Rail Development Commission OWF Ohio Works First PTMS Public Transit Monitoring System SEMCOG Southeastern Michigan Council Of Governments SIP State Implementation Plan SOV Single Occupancy Vehicle TARPS Toledo Area Regional Paratransit System TARTA Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority TIP Transportation Improvement Program TMACOG Toledo Metropolitan Area Council Of Governments USDA United States Department Of Agriculture VOC Volatile Organic Compounds WIA Workforce Investment Act
