Texas Association of Metropolitan Planning Organization (TEMPO) Meeting March 2, 2018
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS (TSMO)Statewide Strategic Plan
March 2, 2018Texas Association of Metropolitan Planning Organization (TEMPO) Meeting
Texas Association of Metropolitan Planning Organization (TEMPO) Meeting March 2, 2018
Today’s Speakers
Marco Cameron, P.E, TxDOT Traffic Operations Division
Jim Hanson, P.E. PTOE, Atkins
Olivia Brey, P.E., Atkins
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Table of contents
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4 - 5TSMO Program Purpose
What is TSMO?
Why TSMO?
Statewide TSMO Strategic Plan
TSMO Program Next Steps
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Discussion66 32 - 34
Questions / Contacts77 35
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Purpose of the Statewide Initiative
Develop a strategic plan to provide statewide vision, mission and goals for TSMO.
Guidelines for TSMO program planning at the district and regional level.
Mainstream TSMO in project planning, funding and development procedures.
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TxDOT Leadership Objectives
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“As TxDOT moves ahead with the goals of reducing congestion and enhancing
safety, it is critical that Traffic Management Systems (TMS) be
included on new roadway construction projects.” (Memo dated July 1, 2016)
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“Each district will be expected to ensure (1) TMS is included in each project’s planning,
development, design, construction, maintenance and operation, and (2) provide
specific TMS projects where gaps exist between typical road and bridge projects…
TRF will also provide Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O)
guidance for the districts” (Memo dated April 7, 2017)
Memos issued by Bill Hale, TxDOT Chief Engineer:
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What is TSMO?
Federal Legislation (“MAP-21”) Definition:
“Integrated strategies to optimize the performance of existing infrastructure through the implementation of multimodal and intermodal, cross- jurisdictional systems, services, and projects designed to preserve capacity and improve security, safety, and reliability of the transportation system.”Source(s): -1.) MAP-21, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (P.L. 112-141), Title 23 U.S.C. Sec. 101. Definitions and declaration of policy, (30)
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What is TSMO?
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TSMO
Cultural Shift
Focus on End User
Collaboration with
Stakeholders
Optimize Existing
Infrastructure
Recurring & Non-recurring
Congestion
System Reliability
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What is TSMO?
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Work Zone Management Traffic Incident Management Service Patrols Special Event Management Road Weather Management Transit Management Freight Management
Traffic Signal Coordination Traveler Information Ramp Management Managed Lanes Active Traffic Management Integrated Corridor
Management Rural Emergency Response
Mobility Strategies:
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What is TSMO?
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Also known as low-cost enhancements (LCEs)
Small, low-cost projects that can be implemented quickly to improve operational safety or reduce congestion on the highway system.
LCE projects generally target problem areas and allow traffic engineers to quickly respond to emerging roadway safety issues.
Minor Operational Enhancements:
Channelization
Delineation
Low-cost safety enhancements
Signage
Striping
Traffic calming
Source(s): -1.) Washington State Department of Transportation, Transportation Systems Management and Operations: Planning and Implementation, Solutions, http://fratis.trac.washington.edu/TSMO/?loc=StratLowCost.html#MinorChannel
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What is TSMO?
TSMO consists of mobility strategies that are supported by a well-defined program of funding, processes, performance measures, and institutional arrangements.
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Why TSMO?
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The Transportation Environment is Changing:
Changes that may redefine the DOT’s roles and responsibilities (e.g. MAP-21, Connected Vehicles)
Increased reliance on information and technology
Increasing customer needs and expectations
Growing emphasis on measuring performance
Reduced financial resources
Technology offers opportunities to better manage congestion and traffic incidents, thus reducing unexpected delay and improving safety.
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Why TSMO?
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~$8 bil.
Source: Texas Transportation Plan 2040
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Why TSMO?
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Prioritizes funding for mobility strategies
Cost-saving coordination
Performance measures for data-driven decisions
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TSMO Strategic Plan Development Schedule
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Where is TxDOT in terms of TSMO?
Capability Maturity Model (CMM)
Purpose: assess existing performance and develop path to improvement
Identify strengths and weaknesses
Develop action items
Results of the survey were compiled to summarize the state of Texas’ TSMO capabilities
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Capability Maturity Model (CMM)
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Business Processes Systems & Technology Performance Measures
Culture Organization & Workforce Collaboration
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Capability Maturity Model (CMM)
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Source: Creating an Effective Program to Advance Transportation System Management and Operations, FHWA Jan 2012
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CMM Results – All Participants 2016 - 2017
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BusinessProcesses
Systems andTechnology
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Culture Organization andWorkforce
Collaboration
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All TxDOT Cities County MPO/COG/Tollway Authority
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TxDOT Statewide TSMO Program
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TxDOT Statewide TSMO Strategic Plan
Austin District TSMO Program Plan
Incident Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Work Zone Service Layer Plan
Traffic Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Pharr District TSMO Program Plan
Work Zone Service Layer Plan
ITS Service Layer Plan
Houston District TSMO Program Plan
Traveler Information Service Layer Plan
Wrong Way Driving Service Layer Plan
Incident Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Connected Vehicles Service Layer Plan
Statewide Strategic PlanDistrict Program Plans
Example Service Layer Plans
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Statewide TSMO Strategic Plan
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TxDOT Statewide TSMO Strategic Plan
Austin District TSMO Program
Plan
Incident Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Work Zone Service Layer Plan
Traffic Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Pharr District TSMO Program Plan
Work Zone Service Layer Plan
ITS Service Layer Plan
Houston District TSMO Program
Plan
Traveler Information Service
Layer Plan
Wrong Way Driving Service Layer Plan
Incident Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Connected Vehicles Service Layer Plan
Background information and business case for TSMO
Provide framework for districts and/or regions to develop TSMO program plans
Identify what central support is available
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District TSMO Program Plan
Create mission, vision, goals for the district
Develop protocols for how TSMO will be conducted
Determine funding and resource needs to implement TSMO
Identify opportunities for service layer plans
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TxDOT Statewide TSMO Strategic Plan
Austin District TSMO Program
Plan
Incident Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Work Zone Service Layer Plan
Traffic Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Pharr District TSMO Program
Plan
Work Zone Service Layer Plan
ITS Service Layer Plan
Houston District TSMO Program
Plan
Traveler Information Service
Layer Plan
Wrong Way Driving Service Layer Plan
Incident Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Connected Vehicles Service
Layer Plan
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Service Layer Plans
District-specific or corridor-specific
Provide technical details on mobility strategy deployment and operational procedures
Identify roles and responsibilities for implementing mobility strategy
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TxDOT Statewide TSMO Strategic Plan
Austin District TSMO Program
Plan
Incident Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Work Zone Service Layer Plan
Traffic Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Pharr District TSMO Program
Plan
Work Zone Service Layer Plan
ITS Service Layer Plan
Houston District TSMO Program
Plan
Traveler Information Service
Layer Plan
Wrong Way Driving Service Layer Plan
Incident Mgmt Service Layer Plan
Connected Vehicles Service
Layer Plan
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Statewide TSMO Strategic Plan
• Provides statewide vision, mission and goals for TSMO.
• Serves as a guideline and checklist for TSMO program planning at district level.
• Basis for best-practice sharing, common technology solutions, and performance measures
• Describes how centralized support will be provided to the districts’ traffic management systems performance
• Identifies specific and time-bound action items
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Statewide TSMO Strategic Plan
http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/division/traffic/tsmo.html
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TSMO Evaluation & MPPM
TSMO Evaluation: Considerations to encourage a holistic and innovative approach to project development:– What stakeholders to involve– Identify safety concerns– Identify operations concerns– Suggestions for mobility improvements– TMS improvements
Modernize Portfolio and Project Management (MPPM): Initiative to replace up to 40 legacy Engineering Operations systems, reducing not only the number of systems and systems maintenance costs, but standardizing and automating manual processes and providing transparency in performance measurement. Among these are the workflows related to the project development and delivery process.
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Mainstreaming Operations
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“Planning for Operations” – a joint effort between planners & operators to merge operations into traditional planning and programming
• Develop and program operations strategies based on regional goals, objectives & performance measures
• Enhance the process so that operations investments are on par with construction & preservation funding.
• Help meet requirements of MAP 21 (i.e., “promote efficient operations”)
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Who performs TSMO?
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•Corridor and freeway management strategies•Develop processes and institutional arrangements that optimize TSMO throughout the state
•At the district level, collaborate with local agencies to plan and optimize traffic management strategies.
State DOTs
•Facilitate coordination and collaboration among various agencies (state and local), in the areas of planning, funding and traffic management.
•Long-range planning to guide the identification, prioritization, and selection of investments, programs, and strategies for the region.
MPOs
•Corridor and arterial management strategies.•Transit service coordination with corridor management strategies•Provide input to traffic management and operations priorities for region.•Police, Fire, EMS coordination with traffic management strategies
Local DOTs / Roadway Authorities
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TSMO is a collaborative effort
The specific approach to TSMO planning will vary by region, based on size, staffing and transportation challenges being faced.
Local agencies, MPOs, and TxDOT districts and central offices should work together to develop the appropriate approach for each region.
TSMO program plans led by the TxDOT districts should be coordinated with other planning documents and processes led by the MPOs.
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TxDOT Mission Statement
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Through collaboration and leadership, we deliver a safe, reliable, and integrated transportation system that enables the movement of people and goods.
Source(s): -1.) Texas Department of Transportation, Values, Vision, Mission and Goals, http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/contact-us/mission.html
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Summary
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Operations is a critical component for managing the transportation network on a daily basis.
o Enhance mobility, reliability, safety, and environment
o Provide a sustainable transportation network
o Support a performance-based approach, focusing on outcomes
o Achieve quick and cost-effective implementation
To be successful, operations need to be “mainstreamed” into the regional planning and programming processes and documentation
o TSMO Program Plans to be developed using input from capabilities assessments and collaboration with regional stakeholders.
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Next Steps
• Starting in Fall 2018 with the TxDOT metro districts, TSMO program plans will begin to be developed through work authorizations issued under engineering consultant contracts.
• Next, TSMO program plans for the surrounding urban and rural districts will be developed.
• Each TxDOT district will manage the development of its respective district-wide or regional TSMO program plan, collaborating with local and regional partners.
• TxDOT Traffic Operations Division to provide statewide coordination and guidance to the districts.
• In Aug-17, the Austin District was the first district to kick-off development of a TSMO Program Plan. Development of the plan will be complete by May-17.
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Discussion
How can TxDOT districts improve their collaboration and partnership with MPOs? What can TxDOT do to help the MPO’s achieve their goals?
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Discussion
What improvements (through business processes, collaboration efforts, systems or technology needs, etc.) can be made within TxDOT to enable the funding of more TSMO projects?
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Discussion
What procedures, roles, and responsibilities help MPOs achieve the objectives identified in the Congestion Management Process (CMP)?
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Questions?
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TxDOT AtkinsBrian Fariello, [email protected]
Jim Hanson, PE, [email protected]
Marco Cameron, [email protected]
Olivia Brey, [email protected]
TxDOT Districts Webpage:http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/district.html