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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 09 23 Regular E Appointment to the Metroplan Orlando Citizens' Advisory Committee COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM E Consent Informational Public Hearing Regular X September i~002 Regular Meeting ~ Mgr. / Dept. Authorization REQUEST: The City Manager requests that the City Commission make an Appointment to the Metroplan Orlando Citizens' Advisory Committee, to replace Mr. Robert J. Lochrane, P .E. who has recently resigned. (This Agenda Item was listed on previous Regular Agendas, however no Appointment has been made thus far.) PURPOSE: With the resignation of Mr. Robert J. Lochrane, P.E. who has been the City's Representative on the Metroplan Orlando Citizens' Advisory Committee, it is now necessary to make an appointment to fill this vacancy. CONSIDERATIONS: A letter of resignation dated June 21, 2002 has been received from Mr. Robert J. Lochrane, P.E. Mr. Lochrane has been representing the City of Winter Springs on the Metroplan Orlando Citizens' Advisory Committee. The individual to take over for Mr. Lochrane will serve a term of office which expires in June of 2006. Metroplan Orlando Citizens' Advisory Committee Meetings: . Currently are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month CITY OF WINTER SPRlNGS CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING - SEPTEMBER 9. 2002 REGULAR AGENDA ITEM "E" PAGE20F2 Members serving on the Metroplan Orlando Citizens' Advisory Committee: · Serve four (4) year term(s) · Should live or work or both in the City of Winter Springs . Should have an interest in transportation issues · Serves Metroplan Orlando in an advisory role FUNDING: None. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Commission make an appointment to the Metroplan Orlando Citizens' Advisory Committee. ATTACHMENTS: A. A copy of a letter of resignation from Mr. Robert J. Lochrane, P .E. B. Information on the Metroplan Orlando organization, including the Citizens' Advisory Committee. COMMISSION ACTION: r ATTACHMENT "A" June 21,2002 Consulting Engineers. Surveyors O~~WED JUN ? Ii 2002 Honorable Paul Partyka Mayor -- City of Winter Springs I 126 East state Road 434 Winter Springs; Florida 32708 -- 2799 CiTy 01- ~VIN I toM .:::it-'IIINSS >,,1 fY HAlL) ; "" "'~I (In '" it: I .'\ 0./ LC c VL/ ut, t Appointment/Citizens Advisory Committee - Metro Plan Orlando Dear Mayor Partyka, During the past several. years I had the privilege of serving the City of Winter Springs as its representative on the Metro Plan Orlando Citizens Advisory Committee. My second term will be expiring this month and due' to business commitments, I will not be able to continue in this advisory position. I appreciated the opportunity to serve the City in his capacity. If I can be of assistance in the City's search for a replacement, please let me know. Sincerely, Ro ert J. Lochrane, P.E. Executive Vice President cc: Ms. Muffett Robinson/Metro Plan Orlando 201 South Bumby Avenue' Orlando. Florida 32803 ,.,..,.... ...........,... ..,,.,#-.,.... ""'-' .........- -,-- ATTACHMENT "B" METROPLAN ORLANDO (d!J ~-~ --. Of', I ANna ~ ~~ ,..~., of i,..".";lJ;'~~tT... :-:.......~ .~h, Page 1 of3 I Home I About Us I Board & Committees I News I Plans & Programs I Feedback I Downloads I I Welcome METROPLAN ORLANDO is the transportation planning partnership for Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties - the Orlando metropolitan region. We invite you to browse our website, become familiar with current and future transportation plans for your area, and participate today in planning the transportation system of tomorrow, *** The September 11, 2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Board Meeting has been cancelled. For additional information, please call (407) 481-5672. Top Planning Agency in the State METROPLAN ORLANDO was '.. named the top planning agency in the state by the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged for its efforts to improve transportation for people with disabilities. Orange County Commissioner and METROPLAN ORLANDO Board Member Mary I. Johnson, who seNes as the Chairman of the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Soard (TDLCS), accepted the award. Harold W. Sarley, Executive Director for METROPLAN ORLANDO, received the Legislative Advocate of the Year award for his efforts to promote increased funding for transportation disadvantaged programs. For more information on the TDLCS, contact Vince Stevens at (407) 481-5672 x320 or via e-mail. Board Chairman City of Kissimmee Commissioner Wendell McKinnon was elected Chairman of the METROPLAN ORLANDO Soard at the June 19, 2002 Soard meeting, replacing Seminole County Commissioner Dick Van Der Weide. I Upon his election, Commissioner McKinnon announced his desire to continue the progress that has been made in recent http://www.metroplanorlando.coml Calendar of Events Catalog Job Opportunities Consultant Services Getting llnvolved Great Urlks Community Connections ghi)Mh\{\(LV~On 1"'&;;MurocrrO(Q)~~ It TnW$I'Ntatil1n l'iSh1ll/or rlu Nlx/ :5 Y,Ors Click here to learn more about the development of METROPLAN ORLANDO's 2025 Long Range Transportation Plan, ..dffjff)};; , 2002 ~REGIONAL LEADERSHIP CONfERENCE t1lJVEt.lIi!:J 6.a, 7001 GArWllD PAllAS l'lSOQl AND (orJVlNlIOn amf!l1!DaIOIl CLICK HERE TO RE~ISHRI 00/01 Annual Report . METROPLAN . ORLANDO's , '. 2000/2001 Annual Report, titled "Moving , ... in the Right Direction," 9/1 /2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO years. "We must continue working together as a region to develop and fund a world-class transportation system," McKinnon stated. Also elected to office terms were: Orange County Commissioner Clarence Hoenstine as Vice Chairman, and Seminole County Commissioner Daryl McLain as Secretary-Treasurer. Each office is a one-year term of service and will run through June 30, 2003. Intelligent Transportation Systems METROPLAN ORLANDO is on the cutting edge of transportation planning. Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) improve the effectivenss and safety of the region's transportation network through the use of technology - saving time, lives and money, Examples of ITS at work in Central Florida include 1-4 Surveillance & Highway Message Boards, E-PASS, L YMMO, and traffic signal preemption. To learn more, read the latest issue of METROPLAN ORLANDO's ITS newsletter - "The Cutting Edge." Freight, Goods & Services Mobility Strategy Plan ";::: '~;;""",,, The Final Report of the Freight, ,,...,~,,t,"'I!' Goods & Services Mobility Strategy Plan is now available, An Executive Summary of the report is also posted. For more information about METROPLAN ORLANDO's efforts to improve freight movement in Central Florida, contact Dennis Hooker, Project Manager for METROPLAN ORLANDO, at (407) 481-5672 or via e-mail. Citizen Survey Dr. Evan Berman from the University of Central Florida recently conducted a survey of public opinion related to transportation issues. A report of the survey results is available as a PDF document. For additional information about the results, please contact Muffet Robinson, Director of Communications and Public Outreach for METROPLAN ORLANDO at (407) 481-5672 x306 or via e-mail. Over $15 Million in Grant Funding Central Florida's transportation system will receive some much needed help from the State of Florida through the Transportation Outreach Program (TOP). Seven projects in the region were selected by a state- appointed advisory council to receive over $15 million in TOP funding. The funding will be used for projects that will have a direct impact on the economic prosperity of Central Florida. Click here for a summary of the seven projects and the economic benefits of each, http://www.metroplanorlando.com/ Page 2 of3 is now available, You may get your free copy of this report by mail. Newsletter "On The Move" METROPLAN ORLANDO's newsletter is now available for download. Adobe Acrobat is required, If you don't have Adobe Acrobat you may download it here, Board Meetings The METROPLAN ORLANDO Board meets the second Wednesday of each month at 9:00 a,m, at 315 E. Robinson Street, Suite 355. Click here for more information. 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 3 of3 Rail Meetings Click here for information about rail-related committees and upcoming meetings. METROPLAN ORLANDO Home I About Us I Board & Committee I News I Proiects and Workolans I Feedback I Downloads http://www.metroplanorlando.com! 9/1 /2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO (;jI)) ~? 0;1, I ".Nna It ''\..l,':; 11',.' '''',tl'<",;'f,'f.l'', r: .'1. ,',1i.1. Page 1 of 1 Home I About Us I Board & Committees I News I Plans & Programs I Feedback Ill)ownloads I I Board & Committees Metroplan Orlando Board The METROPLAN ORLANDO Board is ultimately responsible for implementing the transportation planning process within the Orlando Urban Area. The Board is comprised of elected officials from Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties, the largest cities in the region, and representatives from the region's r transportation operating agencies. They meet monthly to discuss issues and make informed decisions about future transportation projects, initiatives, and improvements, thus providing leadership for a continuous and comprehensive transportation planning process. Meeting schedules for our Board and committees are available under the calendar & events section of our web site. Please check there for upcoming meeting dates and times. ~"~ _~j~1 ,'4! ' , II tl"- ~. ~ !.ji . Board Chairman City of Kissimmee Commissioner Wendell McKinnon was elected Chairman of the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board at the June 19, 2002 Board meeting, replacing Seminole County Commissioner Dick Van Der Weide. Upon his election, Commissioner McKinnon announced his desire to continue the progress that has been made in recent years. "We must continue working together as a region to develop and fund a world-class transportation system," McKinnon stated, Also elected to office terms were: Orange County Commissioner Clarence Hoenstine as Vice Chairman, and Seminole County Commissioner Daryl McLain as Secretary-Treasurer. Each office is a one-year term of service and will run through June 30, 2003. I METROPLAN ORLANDO BOARD Board Roster. Hiahliahts Bgenda . Minutes Transportation Technical Committee Description . Roster Aaenda . Minutes ICltizens' Advisory Committee Description . Roster Aaenda . Minutes IBike/ped Advisory Committee Description . Roster Bgenda . Minutes I Municipal Advisory Committee Description. Roster Agenda. Minutes Transportation 0 isadva ntaged Local Coordinating BOi:lrd Description. Roster Menda . Minutes METROPLAN ORLANDO Home I About Us I Board & Committee I News I Proiects and Workplans I Feedback I Downloads http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/index.htm 9/112002 METRO PLAN ORLANDO (') ~~ OR I II. NIlO ~ ~~..~,..; it\', <...":',11;," """-"1',. ...,J,f Page 1 of2 I Home I About Us I Board & Committees I News I Plans & Programs I Feedback I Downloads I Board & Committees -- ~l Prior to making decisions, the I' METROPLAN ORLANDO Board a receives recommendations from the ~ Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC), , ;: " the Transportation Technical , I Committee (TIC), the Municipal Advisory Committee (MAC) and the , Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC). With these three committees acting in an advisory capacity, there is a greater level of assurance that the transportation decisions being made are technically viable, in line with public opinion, and are bicyclist and pedestrian friendly. These committees meet on a monthly basis and all are welcome to attend. Transportation Technical Committee The Transportation Technical Committee (TIC) is made up of technical staff representing the various local governments within the Orlando urban area, primarily planners and engineers. The TIC is responsible for reviewing and evaluating transportation-related plans and programs before these items are presented to the Board for final approval. The TIC's recommendations to the Board are based upon the technical sufficiency, accuracy and completeness of the studies, plans and programs. This enables the Board to have the input of local technical staff in its decision making process. -TOP- Citizens' Advisory Committee The cornerstone of any effective transportation planning process is active citizen involvement. The Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) was formed to ensure that the public has the opportunity to review and evaluate all proposed transportation plans and programs. Comprised of volunteers who come together with an interest in transportation, the CAC includes appointed representatives from local counties, cities and municipalities. The CAC assists the Board by expressing opinions, concerns and recommendations on behalf of the regions they represent. -TOP- Municipal Advisory Committee The newly-established Municipal Advisory Committee (MAC) is http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/committees.htm I METROPLAN ORLANDO BOARD Board Roster. Highlights Agenda. Minutes Transportation Technical Committee Descri[1tion . Roster Aaenda . Minutes ICitizens' Advisory Committee Description . Roster Agenda. Minutes I Bikel Ped Advisory Committee Descri[1tion . Roster 8genda . Minutes I Municipal Advisory Committee Description . Roster ~genda . Minutes Transportation D isadva ntaged Local Coordinating Board Descri[1tion . Roster ~enda . Minutes 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 2 of2 comprised of Mayors from the cities and towns in Central Florida that do not have direct representation on the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board, as determined by population, The MAC was formed to strengthen ties with those municipalities and to ensure that their views are fully considered in the transportation decision-making process, City of Ocoee Mayor Scott Vandergrift is the Municipal Advisory Committee Chairman and Winter Springs Mayor Paul Partyka is Vice Chairman. -TOP- Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is composed of representatives from local governments and interested citizens. The BPAC is guiding and promoting the development of a bicyclist- and pedestrian-friendly street and pathway system and encouraging the increased use of non-motorized transportation through planning, engineering, education, enforcement and encouragement. The BPAC has completed separate bicycle and pedestrian plans to guide the development of facilities that will improve access and mobility for bicyclists and pedestrians throughout the Orlando urban area. -TOP- Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board One additional committee that METROPLAN ORLANDO administratively supports is the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB). The TDLCB meets quarterly to coordinate the transportation needs of the physically challenged and economically disadvantaged. The ultimate goal of the TDLCB is to provide cost effective transportation for these groups through coordinated efforts. Its membership includes representatives from various local governments and transportation providers. Their primary responsibility is to evaluate the service provided by the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC). The CTC for the three county area is the Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority (LYNX). The scope of their work includes reviewing service levels, safety concerns, eligibility and other pertinent issues. -TOP- METROPLAN ORLANDO Home I About Us I Board & Committee I News I .Emjects and Workolans I Feedback I Downloads http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/committees.htm 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO (1#) ~'-!:< 0;', I 1\ N i"'):1 /J L~,(....::,.:J';n,'~~"lil('.:..., H-Jf1'io l's-Jl1~ Page 1 of2 I I Home I About Us I Board & Committees I News I Plans & Programs I Feedback I Downloads I I Citizens' Advisory Committee Roster ORANGE COUNTY Mr. Earle L. Denton 1017 Gran Paseo Drive (W) 407-658-4999 Orlando, FL 32825 FAX 407-277-9588 Ms. Cathy Brown-Butler 1258 Majestic Oak Drive (W) 407-420-2754 Apopka. FL 32712 Mr. Gregory Jackson 4016 Lake Underhill Road, Apt. L (W) 407-425-7010 Orlando. FL 32803 Mr. Peter Partlow 1216 Lancaster Drive (W) 407-481-9006 Orlando, FL 32806 Mr. Jonathan S. Chamberlain 1100 S. Delaney Avenue #F209 (W) 407-551-1000 Orlando. FL 32806 Ms. Julia Lemon 1461 Grove Terrace (W) 407-835-9913 Winter Park, FL 32789 FAX 407-835-9914 Vacant OSCEOLA COUNTY Ms. Jeanette Coughenour 1804 Sir Lancelot Circle (W) 863-427-0900 St. Cloud, FL 34772 Mr, Ray Sessions 625 Lakeshore Boulevard (W) 407-299-5000 Kissimmee, FL 34744 x1374 FAX 407-847-6029 SEMINOLE COUNTY: Ms, Brenda Carey Turner Construction Company (W) 407-475-5900 2201 Lucien Way, Suite 201 FAX 407-475-5930 Maitland, FL 32751-7003 Mr. Keylor Chan 533 Thames Circle (W) 407-767-5722 Longwood, FL 32750 Mr. Richard J, Harris 190 Canterclub Trail (W) 407-581-2619 Longwood, FL 32779 Mr. Jack Lemmon 1842 Linden Road Winter Park, FL 32792 Ms. Polly Miller 121 Larkspur Drive Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 Mr. Brindley Pieters 401 Center Pointe Circle, Suite (W) 407-830-8700 CHAIRMAN 1501 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 Mr. Craig Van Hooven 546 Thames Circle (H) 407-260-2012 Longwood. FL 32750 AL TAMONTE SPRINGS Mr. Hugh Harling Harling Locklin & Associates (W) 407-629-1061 850 Courtland Street Orlando. FL 32801 http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/body_cacroster.htm I METROPlAN ORLANDO BOARD Board Roster. HiQhliQhts AQenda . Minutes Transportation Technical Committee Descrigtion . Roster 8genda . Minutes I Citizens' Advisory Committee Descrigtion . Roster 8genda . Minutes IBikel Ped Advisory Committee Description. Roster 8genda . Minutes I Municipal Advisory Committee Description. Roster Agenda. Minutes Transportation Disadvantaged local Coordinating Board Descrigtion . Roster ~enda . Minutes 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 2 of2 APOPKA Mr. Melvin Kohn 1430 Stormway Court Apopka, FL 32712 BELLE ISLE VACANT CASSELBERRY Mr, Dale Christensen 1080 Crystal Bowl Circle (H) 407 -695-6069 Casselberry, FL 32707 KISSIMMEE Mr. Joe Hemphill 2342 Louise Street (W) 407-846-4228 VICE-CHAIRMAN Kissimmee, FL 34741 LAKE MARY Vacant Lake Mary, FL LONGWOOD Ms. Chris Nance 150 W. Jessup Avenue 0N> 407-667-1777 Longwood, FL 32750 MAITLAND Mr. Kay M. Yeuell 220 White Oak Circle (H) 407-644-7458 Maitland, FL 32751 OCOEE Mr. T. Milton West 3975 Ocoee-Apopka Road (H) 407-880-0782 Ocoee, FL 34761 OVIEDO Mr. Dan Greenberg 931 Arrington Circlet (H) 407-366-4751 Oviedo, FL 32765 ORLANDO Ms. Ellen Avery-Smith 1512 E. Jefferson Street (W) 407-244-3234 Orlando, FL 32801 SANFORD Mr. David Gierach P.O. Box 2808 0N> 407-322-6841 Sanford, FL 32772-2808 FAX 407-330-0639 ST. CLOUD Mr. Mark Kirsch 4318 Pine Lake Drive (W) 407-897-0976 SI. Cloud, FL 34769 FAX 407-897-0997 WINTER GARDEN Mr. Don Miller 1073 Woodson Hammock Circle (C) 407-620-8355 Winter Garden, FL 34787 WINTER PARK Mr, Richard W. Stevens 924 N, Magnolia, Suite 324 0N> 407-422-6330 Orlando, FL 32803 FAX 407-425-9930 WINTER SPRINGS Mr. Bob Lochrane 1609 Eagle Nest Circle 0N> 407-896-3317 Winter Springs, FL 32708 FAX 407-896-9167 METROPLAN ORLANDO Home I About Us I Board & Committee I News I Projects and Workolans I Feedback I Downloads http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boardslbody_cacroster.htm 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO .l& ~ OR I ANno ~ \.~...~'~ ;til':";Il,l:.,'t.". ~.D'.,r...~III', Page 1 of3 , I Home I About Us I Board & Committees I News I Plans & Programs I Feedback Il!)ownloads , I Citizens. Advisory Committee CAC Agenda July 24, 2002 I. CALL TO ORDER 10:00 a.ill. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (June 26, 2002) 3. CONSIDERA TION OF A TTENDANCE RECORDS/REPORT OF VACANCIES 4. STAFF REPORT 5. ACTION ITEMS A. FY 2007/08-2017/18 Prioritized Project List Action is requested to approve the FY 2007/08-2017/18 Prioritized Project List, a copy of which is enclosed. This document includes a list of highway, bicycle/pedestrian and transit projects that have been ranked in order of priority. The Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) will use this Prioritized Project List in developing their FY 2002/03-2006/07 Five Year Work Program. At the July 10th METROPLAN ORLANDO Board meeting, Mayor Hood of Orlando requested that the 4-laning of SR 15 from the Bee Line Expressway to Conway Road be added to the prioritized list of Surface Transportation Program projects. Since this project is not currently in the 2020 Long Range Transportation Plan's Cost Feasible Plan, this request was referred to the Transportation Technical Committee (TIC) for their consideration and recommendation. An attachment from the City of Orlando pertaining to this request is enclosed. B. LRT Southern Alignment Stakeholders Task Force Recommendations Action is requested to approve the recommendation of the I METROPLAN ORLANDO BOARD Board Roster. HiQhliQhts 8genda . Minutes Transportation Technical Committee DescriQtion . Roster 8genda . Minutes ICitizens' Advisory Committee Description. Roster 6Qenda . Minutes IBike/Pcd Advisory Committee Description. Roster 8genda . Minutes I Municipal Advisory Committee DescriQlion . Roster Agenda. Minutes Transportation Disadvantaged Loc.;)1 Coordinating Board DescriQtion . Roster Agenda. Minutes http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/shell.asp ?display=agenda&cmte=cac 9/1 /2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 2 of3 Central Florida Light Rail Transit Project Southern Alignment Task Force. A copy of the recommendations is enclosed. C. BPAC Resolution on Safe Paths to School Program Action is requested to endorse a resolution approved by the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee regarding the Safe Paths to School Program. A copy of the resolution is enclosed. O. Change of CAC Meeting Time Action is requested to change the CAC meeting to an earlier time-frame, such as 9:00 a.m. until 11 :00 a.m. or 9:30 a.m. until 11 :30 a.m. This change is suggested in order to end the meeting before 12 noon, yet enable all CAC business and discussion to take place. 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS 7. PRESENTATIONS AND STATUS REPORTS A. Status Report on High Speed Rail PO & E Study Mr. Howard Newman of Parson Transportation Group will present a status report on the Project Development and Environmental (PD&E) study for the proposed high speed rail system. B. Status Report on Freight Mobility Working Group METROPLAN ORLANDO staff will present a status report on the latest activities of the Freight Mobility Working Group. o. FOOT Monthly Construction Status Report The FDOT Monthly Construction Status Report for July 2002 for Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties is enclosed for information purposes. O. Presentation on FOOT Quarterly Variance Report Mr. Mike Szunyog will present a variance report on cost estimate changes for FDOT projects. This report is being presented in order to meet the requirements of METROPLAN ORLANDO's project cost escalation policy. Copies of the report will be distributed at the meeting. 8. OTHER BUSINESS A. Recommendations for Membership of ADA Working Group - METROPLAN ORLANDO staff is requesting recommendations for membership of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Working Group, which is a new task in the FY 2002/03 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). The TIC will also be asked for technical direction regarding the study network for this task. B. Status of Year 2025 Long Range Transportation Plan METROPLAN ORLANDO staff will report on the current status of the Year 2025 Long Range Transportation Plan. C. Report on Air Quality Status and Activities of Central Florida Clean Air Team METROPLAN ORLANDO staff will present a report on the current status of the air quality monitoring readings in the Orlando Urban Area, and on the latest activities of the Central http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/shell.asp ?display=agenda&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 3 of3 Florida Clean Air Team. E. Status of Proposed North-South Commuter Rail Project A project update as of July 1, 2002 for the North-South Commuter Rail project that is proposed to operate between DeLand and Kissimmee is enclosed for information purposes. F. Status of Central Florida Light Rail Transit Project An attachment describing the current status of the Central Florida Light Rail Transit project is enclosed for information purposes. G. July 2002 Board Meeting Highlights- The July METROPLAN ORLANDO Board Meeting Highlights are included. 9. ADJOURNMENT If any person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) needs special accommodations to participate in this proceeding, he or she should contact April Comer at METROPLAN ORLANDO, 315 East Robinson Street, Suite 355, Orlando, FL, (407) 481-5672, ext. 304, not later than two (2) business days prior to the proceeding. METROPLAN ORLANDO Home I About Us I Board & Committee I News I Proiects and Workolans I Feedback I Downloads http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/shell.asp?display=agenda&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO . (') ~? ...-f: _.... -.--- -- ---- OP,IANi10 ~ rt..1.1t .t.:,,':n i."::4~!~~;r.~. ........1.. ':J~f. Page 1 of8 Home I About Us I Board & Committees I News I Plans & P~ograms I Feedback I ~ownloads Citizenst Advisory Committee CAC Minutes June 26, 2002 I. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Brindley Pieters, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Mr. Pieters asked for approval of the minutes of the May 22, 2002 CAC meeting. MOTION: Mr. Melvin Kohn moved that the minutes of the May 22,2002 meeting be pproved. Mr. Kay Yeuell seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. III. CONSIDERA TION OF A TTENDANCE RECORDS/REPORT OF VACANCIES Ms. Muffet Robinson, METROPLAN ORLANDO, stated that there are currently two vacancies, the City of Belle Isle and the City of Longwood. Mr. Jeffrey Dix, representative from the City of Longwood, submitted his resignation effective June 19, 2002. The City of Longwood's Commission will be meeting on Monday, July 1st and this issue will be addressed. Ms. Ellen Avery-Smith has been reappointed to a full four-year term representing the City of Orlando. Mr. Melvin Kohn has been reappointed to another four-year term from the City of Apopka. Mr. David Gierach, representing the City of Sanford, is up for reappointment to a full four-year term and Ms. Robinson is working with the City of Sanford regarding this issue. She is also working with the City of Winter Springs, as Mr. Bob Lochrane's term is up for renewal and with the City of Winter Park as Mr. Richard Stevens' term is also up for renewal. IV. STAFF REPORT Ms. Muffet Robinson, METROPLAN ORLANDO, stated that she had recently spoken with Mr. Earle Denton and he is doing well. The METROPLAN ORLANDO Board elected new officers at their June 19th meeting. The new Chairman is City of Kissimmee Vice-Mayor, Wendell McKinnon. Orange County I METROPLAN ORLANDO BOARD Board Roster. !:!ig!lJjghts Aaenda . Minutes Transportation Technical Committee DescriQtion . Roster 8genda . Minutes ICitizens' Advisory Committee DescriQtion . Roster AQenda . Minutes I Bikel Ped Advisory Committee DescriQtion . Roster 8genda . Minutes I Municipal Advisory Committee DescriQtion . Roster ~genda . Minutes Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board DescriQtion . Roster Agenda. Minutes http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/shell.asp ?display=minutes&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 2 of 8 Commissioner Clarence Hoenstine is Vice-Chairman and the new Secretary-Treasurer is Seminole County Commissioner Darryl McLain. The METROPLAN ORLANDO Board passed the policies for the TEA-21 reauthorization that were voted on by the CAC at their May meeting. The suggestions that the CAC made were included. In addition, the projects suggested by the CAC as potential TEA-21 reauthorization earmark projects were added to the list presented to the Board, Ms. Robinson reported that the maps that were presented during the LYNX presentation at the May CAC meeting had all the routes outlined on the map. Each year, the proposed new routes are in color and the previous year's routes are in brown. She also introduced the Florida Department of Transportation's new liaison, Mr. Jose Dapena and stated that the requested information concerning stages of road construction projects was included in the supplemental folder. Ms. Robinson also said that Item 5C, Recommendations from LRT Southern Alignment Stakeholders Task Force, was not ready at this time and this item was moved under Item 7C. She stated that Mr. David Grovdahl will report on this item, but there will not be a vote. v. ACTION ITEMS A. Election of Officers Mr. Richard Harris, Chairman of the Nominating Subcommittee, requested approval of the Subcommittee's recommendation for the new CAC Chairman and Vice-Chairman. These officers will serve from July 2002 through June 2003. Mr. Harris stated that the members of the Nominating Subcommittee were: Mr. Ray Sessions representing Osceola County, Ms. Ellen Avery-Smith representing the City of Orlando, Ms. Cathy Brown-Butler representing Orange County, and Mr. Richard Stevens representing the City of Winter Park. The Subcommittee's recommendation for Chairman was Mr. Brindley Pieters for a second full term. MOTION: Mr. Harris moved for approval of the election of Mr. Brindley Pieters as Chairman of the CAC to serve from July 2002 through June 2003. The entire CAC seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Harris stated that the Subcommittee's recommendation for Vice-Chairman was Mr. Joe Hemphill. MOTION: Mr. Harris moved for approval of the election of Mr. Joe Hemphill as Vice-Chairman of the CAC to serve from July 2002 through June 2003. Ms. Jeanette Coughenour seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Pieters stated that the term from July 2002 through June 2003 will be a very challenging term for the CAC. Transportation is a very hot item in Central Florida and it is an issue that everyone needs to get together and try to resolve. He stated that what acted upon within the CAC is very important to the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board. http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/shell.asp ?display=minutes&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METRO PLAN ORLANDO Page 3 of8 Mr. Hemphill stated that the CAC is tasked with representing the citizens of their respective city or county. He stated that each CAC member is the primary contact with the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board through their decisions and votes. B. Approve FY 2002/03-2006/07 TIP Mr. Keith Caskey, METROPLAN ORLANDO, requested approval of the FY 2002/03-2006/07 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). This document includes the highway, transit, aviation and bicycle/pedestrian projects that are programmed for funding over the next five years. A copy of the draft TIP was enclosed in the agenda packet. Mr. Caskey stated that a public hearing was held on Monday, June 24th and comments were well received. The comments were recorded and transcribed. A copy of those comments was included in the supplemental folder. He stated that also included was a summary showing the four basic highway projects phases used when putting together the Prioritized Project List and the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). MOTION: Mr. Richard Harris moved for approval of the FY 2002/03-2006/07 Transportation Improvement Program. Mr, Kohn seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. C. Recommendation from LRT Southern Alignment Stakeholders Task Force- Moved to Section 7 - Presentations and Status Reports, Item C. D. Prospective Funding Earmark Projects for TEA-21 Reauthorization Mr. David Grovdahl, METROPLAN ORLANDO, requested approval of the list of prospective transportation projects for which to request funding earmarks in the reauthorization of the TEA-21 legislation. A spreadsheet showing the list of prospective projects was enclosed in the agenda packet. Mr. Grovdahl stated that TEA-21 is the current federal transportation bill that determines how much money all areas in the country will receive. TEA-21 is coming up for reauthorization in 2003. Before the money flows to each area, the members of Congress get the opportunity to "earmark" certain projects within their own districts that are of great interest to their constituents. Consequently, METROPLAN ORLANDO prepared a list of projects that will be submitted to the region's congressional delegation as prospective project for "earmarking. " Mr. Harris stated that if this reauthorization is approved, he would like to see these projects and any additional projects that come forward, incorporate the results of the Freight, Goods and Services Strategy Plan with respect to looking at the arteries and intersection design. This would entail looking at everything needed to enable the arteries to handle freight, so that communities have the smooth flow of freight, goods and services into, through and out of the region. He stated that if these requirements are not built in when launching new projects, they will never get into METROPLAN ORLANDO's plans. http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/ shell.asp ?display=minutes&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 4 of 8 MOTION: Mr. Harris moved to approve the Prospective Funding Earmark Projects for TEA-21 Reauthorization with the additional stipulation that design standards for these improvements include design for the Freight, Goods and Services Strategy Plan. Mr. Joe Hemphill seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. E. LYNX Job Access and Reverse Commute Grant Proposal and Transportation Plan Ms. Isabelle Mead, LYNX, requested endorsement of the LYNX Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC) Grant Proposal and Transportation Plan. Ms. Mead stated that JARC is a competitive Department of Transportation (DOT) Grant. Its strategic goals are to improve mobility and advance economic development. The target population is welfare recipients, low- income and disabled individuals. The project components are a variety of services to fill gaps in public transportation services. Requirements for the JARC plan application are: establishing a Community Stakeholders Group; endorsement by local MPO (METROPLAN ORLANDO) and inclusion in local Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and letters of endorsement and support. The JARC plan includes: funding for two years, $2 million annual request, requires 50 percent matching funds, and matching fund sources. Some of the JARC projects are: fixed route Saturday evening hours extension; fixed route Sunday evening hours extension; commuter van pools; employee shuttle vanpools; marketing and education; bus pass promotion; guaranteed ride home; Disney direct service expansion; and International Drive express. The JARC plan schedule is: presentation to METROPLAN ORLANDO in June and July 2002; letters of endorsement by July 2, 2002; submission of proposal to Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) by July 8, 2002; award announcement in September 2002; pre-award authorization in October 2002; vanpool and specialized services by January 2003; and fixed route expansion by June 2003. Mr. Harris stated that this is a good idea and that the LYNX Community Stakeholders Group should be encouraged to participate in marketing and make the service truly useful. He stated that if the Stakeholders Group wants this service and they do not find it necessary to bring money to the table, they should then be an integral and ambitious part of the marketing plan. MOTION: Mr. Kohn moved to approve the LYNX Job Access and Reverse Commute Grant Proposal and Transportation Plan. Mr. Yeuell seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Peter Partlow asked what happens after the two year funding expires. Ms. Mead stated that, most likely, the local jurisdictions would be asked to consider continuing the service. http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/ shell.asp ?display=minutes&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 5 of 8 Mr. Gierach asked if Disney will contribute to the LYNX cost for the Disney Direct service. Ms. Mead stated that they do not. She stated that Disney has said that they will wait and see, LYNX is doing some negotiations with Disney regarding vans being subsidized, but not for a substantial portion of the cost. VI. PUBLIC COMMENT There were no public comments. VII. PRESENTATIONS AND STATUS REPORTS A. Status Report on FY 2007/08-2017/18 Prioritized Project List Mr. Keith Caskey, METROPLAN ORLANDO, presented a status report on the development of the new FY 2007/08- 2017/18 Prioritized Project List for information purposes. The Prioritized Project List includes a list of unfunded highway, bicycle/pedestrian and transit projects or project phases. Once this list is adopted by the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board, it will be sent to the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT) and they will use it in putting together their FY 2003/04-2007/08 Five Year Work Program. METROPLAN ORLANDO then will use FOOT's work program to develop the FY 2003/04 - 2007/08 TIP. As approved/by the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board, the estimated funding allocations for this region for fiscal year 2007/08 are: 58% for highway improvements, 30% for transit improvements and 12% for bicycle/pedestrian improvements. The highway projects in the Prioritized Project List are ranked in order of funding priority based on such criteria as: ratio of traffic volume to carrying capacity, status or right-of-way acquisition and functional classification of roadway Mr. Caskey stated that a Prioritized Project List public hearing will be held on Monday, July 29, 2002 at METROPLAN ORLANDO in their boardroom. Map review will begin at 5:00 p.m. with the hearing starting at 6:00 p.m. Mr. Ray Sessions asked whether the public hearing was only to prioritize what exits or will new projects be added. Mr. Caskey stated that any comments received at the public hearing will be passed onto the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board. He stated that if new projects are requested, this would entail presenting the projects to each METROPLAN ORLANDO committee for their vote. Mr. Harris stated that he would like to see the intersection design requirements identified by the Freight, Goods and Services Strategy Plan included in the TIP plans. Mr. Dale Christensen stated that in the section for bicycle and pedestrian projects, he wanted to see that all the projects will be cohesive and that someone using a bicycle on one trail could connect to another trail. Mr. Caskey stated some of the trails are currently linked together and he sees all the trails being linked together eventually. B. Status Report on Revised Procedure for Amending http://www.metroplanorlando.comlboards/shell.asp ?display=minutes&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 60f8 LRTP and TIP Mr. David Grovdahl, METROPLAN ORLANDO, presented a status report on the review by the Plans and Programs Subcommittee of Section 351-1.009 of the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board Rules, which contains the procedures for amending the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The purpose of the review was to determine whether changes to those procedures are needed. A copy of Section 351-1.009 was enclosed in the supplemental folder. Mr. Grovdahl stated these changes are being made to further define the criteria by which METROPLAN ORLANDO determines what level of analysis has to be done on a particular project to be added to the LRTP. The changes are currently in initial draft form and will be reviewed by the Plans and Programs Subcommittee. In the near future, each METROPLAN ORLANDO committee will be asked to review and endorse these changes. c. Recommendation from LRT Southern Alignment Stakeholders Task Force Mr. David Grovdahl, METROPLAN ORLANDO, presented an update on the recommendations from the Light Rail Transit (LRT) Southern Alignment Stakeholders Task Force. He stated that both the LYNX Board and the METROPLAN ORLANDO Board will be asked to approve the recommendations. LYNX has asked Mr. Grovdahl to present this as information only, as there have been requests that the Stakeholders Task Force meet again to address some emergency issues that have come up. He stated that the alignment issue has been settled. The new issues should be determined before the July CAC meeting and should be presented to the CAC for their endorsement in July. Mr. Pieters asked whether the CAC will be given some cost estimates at the July meeting. He stated that with not using the CSX corridor, he would imagine that costs would increase. Mr. Grovdahl stated that the new alignment is a bit cheaper to run. There will be fewer stations, with only one at the northern end at the Belz Factory Outlet Mall and one at the Orange County Convention Center Intermodal Terminal. This could be a substantial savings. Mr. Grovdahl stated that in the year 2020 LRTP, in determining what would be cost feasible, METROPLAN ORLANDO ultimately adopted a 20-mile segment of light rail. There were extensive studies completed to determine both the capital cost as well as operating and maintenance costs within that 20-mile segment. Mr. Pieters asked about ridership estimates. Mr. Grovdahl stated that he would check on this information. VIII. OTHER BUSINESS A. Update Report on Legislative Activities Ms. Muffet Robinson, METROPLAN ORLANDO, reported on the latest Florida Legislature activities pertaining to http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/shell.asp ?display=minutes&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METROPLAN ORLANDO Page 7 of 8 transportation issues. She stated that 5 out of the 6 METROPLAN ORLANDO Legislative Priorities came out favorably. The 6th priority, which was the Local Option Rental Car Surcharge, was deferred by the Board. Ms. Robinson stated that both bills having to do with LYNX, serving, or not serving, as the local coordinator for the transportation disadvantaged were vetoed. This means that LYNX will remain the coordinator of the transportation disadvantaged program. The message is that this program has to be improved. B. Report on Air Quality Status and Activities of Central Florida Clean Air Team Mr. David Grovdahl. METROPLAN ORLANDO, presented a report on the current status of the air quality monitoring readings in the Orlando Urban area. He stated that he will have a PowerPoint presentation regarding the background on air quality and what is meant by ground level ozone and its causes at the July CAC meeting. Ms. Muffet Robinson. METROPLAN ORLANDO, reported on the latest activities of the Central Florida Clean Air Team. She stated that METROPLAN ORLANDO is behind an ad campaign regarding "It All Adds Up To Clean Air." The Central Florida Clean Air Team is currently taking submissions for the "Clean Air Award" which will be given to a deserving organization in the Fall of 2002. She stated that anyone knowing of an organization that is promoting clean air through vanpools, carpools or encouraging its employees to bus to work, should let her know or nominate the organization via METROPLAN ORLANDO's web site. She stated that Dr. David Cooper of the University of Central Florida was given an award by the Central Florida Clean Air Team for his assistance to the Clean Air Team. C. Status of Year 2025 Long Range Transportation Plan Mr. David Grovdahl. METROPLAN ORLANDO, reported on the current status of the Year 2025 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). He stated that HDR, the consulting team for the LRTP. has had some staff changes. The project manager was Mr. Roger Neisweinder and the new project manager is Mr. Jim Lee. HDR has prepared their preliminary financial resources report. This report is an estimate of revenues that are needed from now until the year 2025. based upon existing financial resources. The target date for METROPLAN ORLANDO Board approval is July 2003. O. FOOT Monthly Construction Status Report The FOOT Monthly Construction Status Report for June 1. 2002 for Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties was enclosed for information purposes. Mr. Kohn asked why there were delays on the widening of SR 436 in the City of Apopka. Mr. Szunyog http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/shell.asp ?display=minutes&cmte=cac 9/1/2002 METRO PLAN ORLANDO Page 8 of 8 stated that he would find out and report back. E. Prospective Local Transportation Revenue Sources Information on prospective local transportation sources, including the local option gas tax, was enclosed in the agenda packet. F. Status of Proposed North-South Commuter Rail Project An attachment describing the current status of the North-South Commuter Rail project that is proposed operate between DeLand and Kissimmee was enclosed in the agenda packet for information purposes. Mr. Grovdahl stated that recently there was a very high-level meeting with CSX management in Jacksonville, Florida. This involved Mr. Byron Brooks, LYNX; Mr. Mike Snyder, FOOT and several other individuals from the region. The bottom-line of that meeting was that CSX said "no" to the idea of instituting a demonstration project which would use Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) technology and run several trains a day between DeLand and downtown Orlando. CSX stated that they are willing to share their tracks with commuter rail; however, the region has to give them a plan for a full-service commuter rail. They are not interested in a demonstration project. They want to see a plan for the proposed full scale system, the entire 55- mile commuter rail line from Deland to Kissimmee. G. Status of Central Florida Light Rail Transit Project An attachment describing the current status of the Central Florida Light Rail Transit project was enclosed in the agenda packet for information purposes. H. Comparison of Gasoline Prices In response to questions raised at the May 22nd meeting, information was enclosed comparing federal, state and local gasoline tax rates in Florida and Georgia. I. June 2002 Board Meeting Highlights The June METROPLAN ORLANDO Board Meeting Highlights were included in the supplemental folder. IX. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Pieters adjourned the meeting at 12:00 p.m. Respectfully transcribed and submitted by Judith A. lott, METROPLAN ORLANDO. 407-481-5672 X304 METROPLAN ORLANDO Home I About Us I Board & Committee I News I Proiects and Workolans I Feedback I Downloads http://www.metroplanorlando.com/boards/ shell.asp ?display=minutes&cmte=cac 9/1 /2002