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Home My WebLink AboutPZ - ACHD Sara M. Baker, President Rebecca W. Arnold, Vice President Jim D. Hansen, Commissioner Kent Goldthorpe, Commissioner Paul Woods, Commissioner Committed to Service Development Services August 29, 2018 TO: ACHD Board of Commissioners FROM: Mindy Wallace, ACIP SUBJECT: West Ada High School North side of Ustick Road between Star and McDermott Roads Staff Report for September 5, 2018 Commission Meeting ___________________________________________________________________________________ Executive Summary The applicant is requesting approval of an annexation, rezone, and conditional use permit application to allow for the development of a new 246,000 square foot high school to serve 1,800 students. The new high school campus includes a stadium with track and field events, tennis courts, baseball fields, softball fields, and sport practice fields. The conditional use permit application is specific to the high school site. The application includes other out parcels for annexation and rezone only. Those parcels will be subject to future land use applications. This application is on the regular agenda because the applicant has requested modifications/waivers to the staff report; and, to allow an adjacent property owner the opportunity to provide testimony regarding future access to their parcel. To offset costs for WASD, staff has recommended that ACHD assist with project costs by donating signal hardware for off-site intersections that will require signalization, with an estimated value of $140,000. The WASD and ACHD operate under an Interagency Waiver of Fee Agreement; therefore the WASD will not be required to pay the impact fee that is estimated at $706,000. Requested Modifications/Waivers The applicant has requested modifications and waivers related to intersection improvements; and is requesting that ACHD donate all signal hardware for WASD required/warranted improvements now and in the future. These items are discussed in detail below. Intersection/ Language Requirement ACHD Participation WASD Request Staff Comments Star Road/ McMillan Road Install interim signal (3 x 3) Staff Recommends: ACHD to donate signal hardware for intersection To convert the existing All-Way Stop intersection to a Two- Way Stop control – stop on McMillan Road Staff does not recommend the conversion of the intersection from an All-Way Stop intersection to a Two-Way Stop control due to safety and accident history. North-South Collector/Ustick Road Install interim signal (3 x 3) Staff Recommends: None ACHD to provide signal hardware for main roadway entrance to school Staff does not recommend ACHD donate signal hardware for this intersection. This is a new intersection needed to serve the high school and the signal is necessary to mitigate the impacts of the high school traffic. Star Road/ Ustick Road Install interim signal (3 x 3) Staff Recommends: ACHD to donate signal hardware for intersection None Staff Recommends installation of an interim signal. Future pedestrian improvements The West Ada School District shall be responsible for all costs associated with the design, hardware, and construction of any pedestrian facilities needed to accommodate future pedestrian needs of the school. This includes flashing beacons, crosswalk striping and signage, and PHB signals or RRFBs. Staff Recommends: None WASD requests the following sentence be added “When the West Ada School District and ACHD Agree it to be necessary and warranted on the new North-South collector/Ustick Road intersection”. ACHD to provide hardware for any improvements Staff does not agree with the proposed modification to the language for the future responsibility of funding pedestrian improvements. Improvements may be needed beyond the North-South collector/Ustick Road intersection and ACHD may not have hardware/signage and /or funding available. This requirement is intended to insure that pedestrian improvements are installed by the WASD when necessary to improve pedestrian safety for students. Recommendation Staff recommends approval of the staff report, as written. Attachment(s): Staff Report COMPASS Check List 1 DRAFT West Ada High School Development Services Department Project/File: West Ada High School/ MER18-0089/ H-2018-0075 AZ, CUP This is an annexation, rezone, and conditional use permit application to allow for the development of a new 246,000 square foot high school. Lead Agency: City of Meridian Site address: 7020 W. Ustick Road Commission Hearing: September 5, 2018 Regular Agenda Applicant: Joe Yochum West Ada School District 1303 E. Central Drive Meridian, ID 83642 Representative: Matt Adams The Land Group 462 E. Shore Drive Eagle, ID 83616 Staff Contact: Mindy Wallace, AICP Phone: 387-6178 E-mail: mwallace@achdidaho.org A. Findings of Fact 1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval of an annexation, rezone, and conditional use permit application to allow for the development of a new 246,000 square foot high school to serve 1,800 students. The new high school campus includes a stadium with track and field events, tennis courts, baseball fields, softball fields, and sport practice fields. The stadium will have seating for up to 3,400 spectators. The conditional use permit application is specific to the high school site. The application includes other out parcels for annexation and rezone only. Those parcels will be subject to future land use applications. 2 DRAFT West Ada High School The City of Meridian's Future Land Use Map identifies this site as medium density residential. 2. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area: Direction Land Use Zoning North Rural urban transitional RUT (Ada County) South Canyon County N/A East Rural urban transitional RUT (Ada County) West Rural urban transitional RUT (Ada County) 3. Site History: ACHD has not previously reviewed this site for a development application. 4. Transit: Transit services are not available to serve this site. 5. New Center Lane Miles: The proposed development includes 0.7 centerline miles of new public road. CUP School Site Annexation & Rezone Only Annexation & Rezone Only 3 DRAFT West Ada High School 6. Impact Fees: There will be an impact fee that is assessed and due prior to issuance of any building permits. The assessed impact fee will be based on the impact fee ordinance that is in effect at that time. 7. Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)/ Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP): • Star Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 5-lanes from Chinden Boulevard to McMillan Road between 2031 and 2035. • The intersection of Star Road and McMillan Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to a dual lane roundabout between 2031 and 2035. • The intersection of Ustick Road and Star Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to a single lane roundabout between 2031 and 2035. • The intersection of Ustick Road and McDermott road is listed in the CIP to be widened to a 3 X 3 intersection between 2031 and 2035. B. Traffic Findings for Consideration 1. Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 3,486 vehicle trips per day; 847 vehicle trips in the school AM peak hour and 514 in the PM peak hour, based on the traffic impact study. 2. Traffic Impact Study Kittelson& Associates prepared a traffic impact study for the proposed West Ada High School. The executive summary of the findings as presented by Kittelson & Associates can be found as attachment 3. The executive summary is not the opinion of ACHD staff. ACHD has reviewed the submitted traffic impact study for consistency with ACHD policies and practices, and may have additional requirements beyond what is noted in the summary. Staff Comments: The TIS notes that all study intersections and roadway segments operate at an acceptable level of service under 2018 existing conditions. • Under 2020 background conditions all study intersections and roadway segments are anticipated to operate at an acceptable level of service with the exception of the Star/Ustick intersection, which is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM peak hour. Installation of a signal or roundabout is recommended. • Under 2020 total traffic conditions all roadway segments are anticipated to operate at an acceptable level of service except for Star Road between Chinden Boulevard and Ustick Road. • Under 2020 total traffic conditions all study intersections are anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM peak hour. The following mitigation is recommended:  McDermott Road/Ustick Road o Add two-way left turn lane o Install signal  Star Road/Ustick Road o Install temporary signal with turn lanes  Star Road/McMillan Road o Convert intersection to a two-way stop control with center two-way left turn lanes on Star Road (stop control on McMillan Road) 4 DRAFT West Ada High School o Install a signal  Star Road/Chinden Boulevard o Add a dedicated right turn lanes to the northbound and southbound approaches  Mid-Mile Collector/Ustick Road o Install a temporary signal with turn lanes • The TIS recommends the construction of a continuous center left turn lane on the new north/south mid-mile collector roadway and the construction of dedicated right turn lanes at all site approaches. • The student parking lot, parent drop-off/pick-up loop, and bus drop-off/pick-up are all separated. • Due to the lack of pedestrian improvements within the 1.5 mile walk zone for the new high school, all students will be safety bussed. • The installation of a school zone is not recommended, as this is a high school and will take access off a collector roadway with anticipated speed limit of 25 MPH. Staff Recommendations: Staff has reviewed and generally agrees with the findings and recommendations of the traffic impact study. • As noted in the traffic impact study the McDermott Road/Ustick Road intersection is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM peak hour under 2020 total traffic conditions. After reviewing the existing configuration of the intersection and the traffic impact study, staff recommends that Ustick Road be widened and restriped to provide center two way left turn lanes on the east and westbound approaches of the intersection. Staff recommends that 150-feet of storage be provided for the center turn lanes. These improvements should fit within the existing right-of-way and should be should be made prior to opening the school in 2020. With the addition of the turn lanes the intersection should operate acceptably and an interim signal should not be necessary. • As noted in the traffic impact study the Star Road/Ustick Road intersection is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM peak hour. To mitigate the traffic impacts of the high school and as recommended in the traffic impact study, staff recommends that the applicant improve the Star Road/Ustick Road intersection to an interim 3 X 3 signalized intersection. These improvements should fit within the existing right-of-way and should be made prior to opening the school in 2020. • As noted in the traffic impact study the Star Road/McMillan Road intersection is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM peak hour under 2020 total traffic conditions. To mitigate the traffic impacts of the high school the traffic impact study recommend converting the all way stop intersection to a two-way stop control with center two-way left turn lanes on Star Road (stop control on McMillan Road) or the installation of an interim signal. The applicant has requested to convert the intersection to a two-way stop control with center two-way left turn lanes on Star Road (stop control on McMillan Road). Staff does not support the applicant’s proposal and recommends the installation of an interim signal at the Star Road/McMillan Road intersection. Staff’s recommendation is due to the fact that per the MUTCD, all-way stop control is typically installed for one of three reasons: 1. As an interim measure where a traffic signal is justified and is pending installation. 2. Based on crash history at an existing intersection (5 or more crashes susceptible to correction by a four-way stop in a 12-month period. 5 DRAFT West Ada High School 3. Based on minimum volumes (volume thresholds to be met by both major and minor street approaches during the any of the same 8 hours during an average day). The intersection control at Star Road/McMillan Road was changed from a two-way stop to an all-way stop in 2010 following a couple of citizen requests and the identification of the intersection on the 2009 High Accident Location (now High Crash Location) list. At the time, volumes on Star Road met the threshold for an all-way stop for more than 8 hours of an average day but volumes on McMillan Road only met the threshold for one hour. The crash history criterion was met. There were a total of 30 crashes at the intersection during the 5 years prior to the installation of stop signs on Star Road (6 per year). There have been 8 crashes at the intersection in the 7 years since the stop signs were added (1.1 per year). The majority of the crashes that have occurred since the four-way stop was installed were rear-end crashes. Rear-end crashes are typically less severe than the angle crashes that tend to occur at two-way stop controlled intersections. The installation of four-way stop control was effective at this intersection. Additionally, there are new safety concerns that would arise should the intersection be changed from a 4-way intersection to a 2-way intersection. Drivers currently expect that opposing traffic will stop. Removing this condition creates the risk that some regular drivers on the McMillan Road approaches may not notice that traffic on Star Road no longer stops. All-way stop control was installed at the intersection as a safety measure. ACHD Traffic does not support the conversion to a two-way stop. A traffic signal, or a roundabout are justified at this location, and the need for control beyond a two-way stop continues to grow as volumes increase. Therefore, staff recommends that the applicant improve the Star Road/McMillan Road intersection to an interim 3 X 3 signalized intersection. These improvements should fit within the existing right-of-way and should be made prior to opening the school in 2020. • As noted in the traffic impact study the Star Road/Chinden Boulevard intersection is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM peak hour under 2020 total traffic conditions. The traffic impact study recommends adding dedicated right turn lanes to the northbound and southbound approaches of the intersection to improve the level of service. However, staff does not recommend any improvements be made to this intersection. The Star Road/Chinden Boulevard intersection is already signalized and it is infeasible to widen the intersection to accommodate the addition of dedicated right turn lanes on the northbound and southbound approaches, as additional right-of-way dedication would be required, the applicant would be required to relocate the existing signal poles, and irrigation facilities would need to be relocated. • As noted in the traffic impact study the Mid-Mile Collector/Ustick Road intersection is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM and PM peak hour under 2020 total traffic conditions. To mitigate the traffic impacts of the high school and as recommended in the traffic impact study, staff recommends that the applicant improve the Mid-Mile Collector/Ustick Road intersection to an interim 3 X 3 signalized intersection. These improvement should fit within the existing right-of-way for Ustick Road and should be should be made prior to opening the school in 2020. • The traffic study notes that Star Road between Chinden Boulevard and Ustick Road exceeds acceptable level of service standards under 2020 total traffic conditions. Star 6 DRAFT West Ada High School Road between Chinden Boulevard and McMillan Road is listed in the CIP to be widened from 2 to 5 lanes in 2031 to 2035. Star Road from McMillan Road to Ustick is not currently programmed for improvements. Staff does not recommend any improvements to Star Road between Chinden Boulevard and Ustick Road; it is infeasible to widen the roadway as there is no right-of-way available. Additionally, this 2 mile segment of Star Road does not have any collector or local roadway intersections. Without the intersections that cause delays due to turning vehicles, the 2-lane road is functioning similarly to a 3-lane roadway and is projected to operate acceptably with the additional traffic generated by the high school. • Prior to plan approval, the applicant should be required to enter into signal agreements with ACHD for the installation of the 3 interim signals at the Star Road/Ustick Road, Star Road/McMillan Road, and the North-South Collector/Ustick Road intersection. The signal agreements should include requirements that the intersections be designed as 3 X 3 intersections with three 12-foot wide travel lanes: one receiving lane, one dedicated left turn lane, and one thru/right lane on each approach; that the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with the hardware, design, and installation of the interim signals, and that interim improvements are not eligible for reimbursement by ACHD. • The West Ada School District shall be responsible for all costs associated with the design, hardware, and construction of any pedestrian facilities needed to accommodate future pedestrian needs of the school. This includes flashing beacons, crosswalk striping and signage, and PHB signals or RRFBs. • Nampa Highway District 1 has identified Ustick Road as a roundabout corridor. As part of their review of the traffic impact study they have noted that they look for improvements at the Star Road/Ustick Road and McDermott Road/Ustick Road intersections to be roundabouts. ACHD’s MSM identifies a future triple lane roundabout. After reviewing ACHD’s draft staff report NHD (Nampa Highway District 1) made a formal request to enter into a MOU with ACHD and the applicant to construct a single lane roundabout at the Star Road/Ustick Road intersection. The proposal recommends that the applicant contribute the cost of a temporary signal and that ACHD and the NHD split the remaining cost 50/50 and that the NDH take the lead on design, right-of-way acquisition, and construction. After meeting with Planning and Projects staff regarding the proposal, and conducting a site visit, it was determined that ACHD cannot program or fund this project as quickly as is needed for the roundabout to be constructed prior to the opening of the school. ACHD currently has this intersection listed in the CIP to be widened to a single lane roundabout in 2031 to 2035. To accommodate the traffic impacts from the school, staff recommends that the applicant install an interim signal at this intersection and that ACHD work with the NHD to program the ultimate roundabout for the intersection. . The McDermott Road/Ustick Road intersection is located off site and there currently is not enough right-of-way to construct a roundabout at the intersection. Future projects to construct roundabouts at the Star Road/Ustick Road and McDermott Road/Ustick Road intersections will need to be joint projects with both agencies having jurisdiction. • Although not recommended in the traffic impact study or by staff, the applicant has indicated a desire to install school zone signage and flashers on the North-South collector roadway. Installation of a school zone is not recommended, as this is a high school and will take access off a collector roadway with anticipated speed limit of 25 MPH. If the applicant chooses to install the school zone signage and flasher, ACHD may not activate 7 DRAFT West Ada High School the flashers until the North-South collector is extended north to McMillan Road or development occurs and adds traffic to the North-South collector roadway. • The applicant has also proposed to provide ACHD with a road trust deposit for future pedestrian improvements. Staff does not recommend that the District hold a road trust deposit for future improvements, as no pedestrian improvements are identified in the traffic impact study nor recommended by staff at this time. 3. Condition of Area Roadways Traffic Count is based on Vehicles per hour (VPH) * McDermott Road will be reclassified as a collector roadway after SH-16 is constructed. * Acceptable level of service for a two-lane principal arterial is “E” (690 VPH). * Acceptable level of service for a two-lane minor arterial is “E” (575 VPH). 4. Average Daily Traffic Count (VDT) Average daily traffic counts are based on ACHD’s most current traffic counts. • The average daily traffic count for Ustick Road west of McDermott Road was 4,452 on 3/21/18. • The average daily traffic count for McDermott Road south of McMillan Road was 913 on 3/21/18. • The average daily traffic count for Star Road south of Chinden Boulevard was 8,123 on 3/21/18. • The average daily traffic count for Star Road south of McMillan Road was 7,605 on 3/21/18. Roadway Frontage Functional Classification PM Peak Hour Traffic Count PM Peak Hour Level of Service Ustick Road 880-feet Principal Arterial 155 Better than “E” McDermott Road N/A Collector* 32 Better than “E” Star Road (Chinden to McMillan) N/A Minor Arterial 289 Better than “E” Star Road (McMillan to Ustick) N/A Minor Arterial 270 Better than “E” 8 DRAFT West Ada High School C. Findings for Consideration 1. Star Road/Ustick Road Intersection The traffic impact study notes that the Star Road/Ustick Road intersection is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM peak hour. To mitigate the traffic impacts of the high school and as recommended in the traffic impact study, staff recommends that prior to the opening the school in 2020 that the applicant be required to install an interim signal within the existing right-of-way at the Star Road/Ustick Road intersection. The signal agreement should include requirements that the intersection be designed as a 3 X 3 intersection with three 12-foot wide travel lanes: one receiving lane, one dedicated left turn lane, and one thru/right lane on each approach; that the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with the design, and installation of the interim signal, ACHD will provide the hardware, and that interim improvements are not eligible for reimbursement by ACHD. In order to ensure the Star Road/Ustick Road intersection will be improved when warranted, the following items must be in place prior to plans acceptance: • Signal Agreement; • Full design and approved plans for the intersection. 2. Star Road/McMillan Road Intersection The traffic impact study notes that the Star Road/McMillan Road intersection is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM peak hour. To mitigate the traffic impacts of the high school and as recommended in the traffic impact study, staff recommends that prior to the opening the school in 2020 that the applicant be required to install an interim signal within the existing right-of-way at the Star Road/McMillan Road intersection. 9 DRAFT West Ada High School The signal agreement should include requirements that the intersection be designed as a 3 X 3 intersection with three 12-foot wide travel lanes: one receiving lane, one dedicated left turn lane, and one thru/right lane on each approach; that the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with the design, and installation of the interim signal, ACHD will provide the hardware, and that interim improvements are not eligible for reimbursement by ACHD. In order to ensure the Star Road/McMillan Road intersection will be improved when warranted, the following items must be in place prior to plans acceptance: • Signal Agreement; • Full design and approved plans for the intersection. 3. North-South (Mid-Mile) Collector/Ustick Road Intersection The traffic impact study notes that the North-South Collector/Ustick Road intersection is anticipated to operate at an unacceptable level of service during the AM and PM peak hours. To mitigate the traffic impacts of the high school and as recommended in the traffic impact study, staff recommends that prior to the opening of the school in 2020 that the applicant be required to install an interim signal within the existing right-of-way at the North-South Collector/Ustick Road intersection. This intersection will provide the only access to the school until such time that other roads are extended. 10 DRAFT West Ada High School The signal agreement should include requirements that the intersection be designed as a 3 X 3 intersection with three 12-foot wide travel lanes: one receiving lane, one dedicated left turn lane, and one thru/right lane on each approach; that the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with the hardware, design, and installation of the interim signal, and that interim improvements are not eligible for reimbursement by ACHD. In order to ensure the North-South Collector/Ustick Road intersection will be improved when warranted, the following items must be in place prior to plans acceptance: • Signal Agreement; • Full design and approved plans for the intersection. 4. Ustick Road a. Existing Conditions: Ustick Road is improved with 2-travel lanes, and no curb, gutter or sidewalk abutting the site. There is 50-feet of right-of-way for Ustick Road (25-feet from centerline). The south half of Ustick Road abutting he site is under the jurisdiction of Nampa Highway District 1. b. Policy: Arterial Roadway Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for improving all street frontages adjacent to the site regardless of whether or not access is taken to all of the adjacent streets. Master Street Map and Typology Policy: District Policy 7205.5 states that the design of improvements for arterials shall be in accordance with District standards, including the Master Street Map and Livable Streets Design Guide. The developer or engineer should contact the District before starting any design. Street Section and Right-of-Way Width Policy: District Policies 7205.2.1 & 7205.5.2 state that the standard 5-lane street section shall be 72-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb) within 96-feet of right-of-way. This width typically accommodates two travel lanes in each direction, a continuous center left-turn lane, and bike lanes on a minor arterial and a safety shoulder on a principal arterial. 11 DRAFT West Ada High School Right-of-Way Dedication: District Policy 7205.2 states that The District will provide compensation for additional right-of-way dedicated beyond the existing right-of-way along arterials listed as impact fee eligible in the adopted Capital Improvements Plan using available impact fee revenue in the Impact Fee Service Area. No compensation will be provided for right-of-way on an arterial that is not listed as impact fee eligible in the Capital Improvements Plan. The District may acquire additional right-of-way beyond the site-related needs to preserve a corridor for future capacity improvements, as provided in Section 7300. Sidewalk Policy: District Policy 7205.5.7 requires a concrete sidewalk at least 5-feet wide to be constructed on both sides of all arterial streets. A parkway strip at least 6-feet wide between the back-of-curb and street edge of the sidewalk is required to provide increased safety and protection of pedestrians. Consult the District’s planter width policy if trees are to be placed within the parkway strip. Sidewalks constructed next to the back-of-curb shall be a minimum of 7-feet wide. Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway. Meandering sidewalks are discouraged. A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right- of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement. Frontage Improvements Policy: District Policy 7205.2.1 states that the developer shall widen the pavement to a minimum of 17-feet from centerline plus a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder adjacent to the entire site. Curb, gutter and additional pavement widening may be required (See Section 7205.5.5). ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master Street Map (MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, arterial street requirements, and specific roadway features required through development. This segment of Ustick Road is designated in the MSM as a Residential Arterial with 5-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 72-foot street section within 96-feet of right-of-way. c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has proposed to dedicate right-of-way to total 48-feet from the centerline of Ustick Road abutting the site. d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant’s proposal to dedicate 48-feet of right- of-way from the centerline of Ustick Road meets District policy and should be approved, as proposed. The applicant should be required to construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum of 41-feet from the centerline of Ustick Road abutting the site. If detached sidewalks are constructed outside of the dedicated right-of-way, then a permanent right-of-way easement should be provided. Additionally, the applicant should be required to widen the pavement on Ustick Road to a minimum width of 17-feet from centerline with a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder. 5. North-South Mid-Mile Collector a. Existing Conditions: There is no North-South Collector roadway adjacent to the site. b. Policy: Collector Street Policy: District policy 7206.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for improving all collector frontages adjacent to the site or internal to the development as required below, regardless of whether access is taken to all of the adjacent streets. 12 DRAFT West Ada High School Master Street Map and Typologies Policy: District policy 7206.5 states that if the collector street is designated with a typology on the Master Street Map, that typology shall be considered for the required street improvements. If there is no typology listed in the Master Street Map, then standard street sections shall serve as the default. Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy: District policy 7206.5.2 states that the standard right-of-way width for collector streets shall typically be 50 to 70-feet, depending on the location and width of the sidewalk and the location and use of the roadway. The right-of-way width may be reduced, with District approval, if the sidewalk is located within an easement; in which case the District will require a minimum right-of-way width that extends 2-feet behind the back-of-curb on each side. The standard street section shall be 46-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb). This width typically accommodates a single travel lane in each direction, a continuous center left -turn lane, and bike lanes. Residential Collector Policy: District policy 7206.5.2 states that the standard street section for a collector in a residential area shall be 36-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb). The District will consider a 33-foot or 29-foot street section with written fire department approval and taking into consideration the needs of the adjacent land use, the projected volumes, the need for bicycle lanes, and on-street parking. Sidewalk Policy: District policy 7206.5.6 requires a concrete sidewalks at least 5-feet wide to be constructed on both sides of all collector streets. A parkway strip at least 6-feet wide between the back-of-curb and street edge of the sidewalk is required to provide increased safety and protection of pedestrians. Consult the District’s planter width policy if trees are to be placed within the parkway strip. Sidewalks constructed next to the back-of-curb shall be a minimum of 7-feet wide. Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway. Meandering sidewalks are discouraged. A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right- of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement. Half Street Policy: District Policy 7206.2.2 required improvements shall consist of pavement widening to one-half the required width, including curb, gutter and concrete sidewalk (minimum 5-feet), plus 12-feet of additional pavement widening beyond the centerline established for the street to provide an adequate roadway surface, with the pavement crowned at the ultimate centerline. A 3-foot wide gravel shoulder and a borrow ditch sized to accommodate the roadway storm runoff shall be constructed on the unimproved side. ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master Street Map (MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, collector street requirements, and specific roadway features required through development. A new collector roadway was identified on the MSM with the street typology of Residential Collector. The new collector roadway should be located at the half mile between McDermott and Star Road and extend north stubbing to the north property line. The Residential Collector typology as depicted in the Livable Street Design Guide recommends a 2-lane roadway with bike lanes, a 36-foot street section within 54-feet of right-of-way. 13 DRAFT West Ada High School Stub Street Policy: District policy 7206.2.4 states that stub streets will be required to provide circulation or to provide access to adjoining properties. Stub streets will conform with the requirements described in Section 7206.2.5.4, except a temporary cul-de-sac will not be required if the stub street has a length no greater than 150-feet. A sign shall be installed at the terminus of the stub street stating that, “THIS IS A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR ROADWAY. THIS STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND WIDENDED IN THE FUTURE.” In addition, stub streets must meet the following conditions: • A stub street shall be designed to slope towards the nearest street intersection within the proposed development and drain surface water towards that intersection; unless an alternative storm drain system is approved by the District. • The District may require appropriate covenants guaranteeing that the stub street will remain free of obstructions. c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct a new north/south mid-mile collector roadway abutting the site's west property line. The roadway is proposed to be constructed as a 3-lane, 46-foot wide collector street section with vertical curb, gutter, bike lanes, and a detached sidewalk abutting the site. The applicant has proposed to shift the roadway to the east to be on their property to reduce the impacts to the properties located directly west of the site. The applicant has proposed to stub the North-South Collector roadway to the north at the East-West Collector. 14 DRAFT West Ada High School d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The location of the proposed North-South Collector roadway is consistent with the MSM, and the proposed 3-lane collector roadway is consistent with the recommendations of the TIS and should be approved, as proposed. The North-South Collector roadway should be constructed curb to curb as a 46-foot street section with vertical curb, gutter, and a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk abutting the site. The right-of-way may extend to 2-feet behind the back of curb and a permanent right-of- way easement may be provided for the detached sidewalk. On the west side of the roadway the application should be required to construct a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder and barrow ditch sized to accommodate the roadway storm runoff should be constructed. As recommended in the TIS, the applicant should be required to construct dedicated right turn lanes on the new collector roadway at all 5 driveway intersections. The applicant’s proposal to stub the North-South Collector to the northern out parcel should be approved as proposed. The applicant should be required to install a sign at the terminus of the stub street stating that, “THIS IS A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR ROADWAY. THIS STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND WIDENDED IN THE FUTURE.” A temporary turnaround is not required as the stub street does not extend greater than 150- feet in length. 6. East-West Collector a. Existing Conditions: There is no East-West Collector roadway through the site. b. Policy: Collector Street Policy: District policy 7206.2.1 states that the developer is responsible for improving all collector frontages adjacent to the site or internal to the development as required below, regardless of whether access is taken to all of the adjacent streets. Master Street Map and Typologies Policy: District policy 7206.5 states that if the collector street is designated with a typology on the Master Street Map, that typology shall be considered for the required street improvements. If there is no typology listed in the Master Street Map, then standard street sections shall serve as the default. Street Section and Right-of-Way Policy: District policy 7206.5.2 states that the standard right-of-way width for collector streets shall typically be 50 to 70-feet, depending on the location and width of the sidewalk and the location and use of the roadway. The right -of-way width may be reduced, with District approval, if the sidewalk is located within an easement; in which case the District will require a minimum right-of-way width that extends 2-feet behind the back-of-curb on each side. The standard street section shall be 46-feet (back-of -curb to back-of-curb). This width typically accommodates a single travel lane in each direction, a continuous center left -turn lane, and bike lanes. Residential Collector Policy: District policy 7206.5.2 states that the standard street section for a collector in a residential area shall be 36-feet (back-of-curb to back-of-curb). The District will consider a 33-foot or 29-foot street section with written fire department approval and taking into consideration the needs of the adjacent land use, the projected volumes, the need for bicycle lanes, and on-street parking. Sidewalk Policy: District policy 7206.5.6 requires a concrete sidewalks at least 5-feet wide to be constructed on both sides of all collector streets. A parkway strip at least 6-feet wide between the back-of-curb and street edge of the sidewalk is required to provide increased safety and protection of pedestrians. Consult the District’s planter width policy if trees are to be placed within the parkway strip. Sidewalks constructed next to the back-of-curb shall be a minimum of 7-feet wide. 15 DRAFT West Ada High School Detached sidewalks are encouraged and should be parallel to the adjacent roadway. Meandering sidewalks are discouraged. A permanent right-of-way easement shall be provided if public sidewalks are placed outside of the dedicated right-of-way. The easement shall encompass the entire area between the right- of-way line and 2-feet behind the back edge of the sidewalk. Sidewalks shall either be located wholly within the public right-of-way or wholly within an easement. ACHD Master Street Map: ACHD Policy Section 3111.1 requires the Master Street Map (MSM) guide the right-of-way acquisition, collector street requirements, and specific roadway features required through development. A new collector roadway was identified on the MSM with the street typology of Residential Collector. The new collector roadway should be located a half mile north of Ustick Road and extend east stubbing to the east property line. The Residential Collector typology as depicted in the Livable Street Design Guide recommends a 2-lane roadway with bike lanes, a 36-foot street section within 54-feet of right-of-way. Stub Street Policy: District policy 7206.2.4 states that stub streets will be required to provide circulation or to provide access to adjoining properties. Stub streets will conform with the requirements described in Section 7206.2.5.4, except a temporary cul-de-sac will not be required if the stub street has a length no greater than 150-feet. A sign shall be installed at the terminus of the stub street stating that, “THIS IS A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR ROADWAY. THIS STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND WIDENDED IN THE FUTURE.” In addition, stub streets must meet the following conditions: 16 DRAFT West Ada High School • A stub street shall be designed to slope towards the nearest street intersection within the proposed development and drain surface water towards that intersection; unless an alternative storm drain system is approved by the District. • The District may require appropriate covenants guaranteeing that the stub street will remain free of obstructions. c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct a new east/west local street located a half mile north of Ustick Road. The roadway is proposed to be constructed as a 2- lane, 33-foot wide local street section with curb, gutter, and attached sidewalks on the south side of the roadway within 47-feet of right-of-way. The applicant has proposed to terminate the roadway at the east property line in a cul-de-sac turnaround. d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The location of the proposed East-West roadway is consistent with the location designated on the MSM, and should be approved, as proposed. However, the street is designated as a collector roadway. The applicant’s proposal to construct a 33-foot wide local street does not meet District policy and should not be approved, as proposed. The applicant should be required to construct the new East-West Collector as a 36-foot wide collector street section with vertical curb, gutter, bike lanes, and a 5-foot wide detached (or 7- foot wide attached) concrete sidewalk on the south side of the roadway within 54-feet of right- of-way. The right-of-way may be reduced to 2-feet behind the back of curb if detached sidewalks are constructed. The parcel on the north side of the new East-West Collector roadway is planned to be developed into an elementary school in the future. Sidewalk on the north side of the roadway will be constructed at that time. The applicant’s proposal to terminate the East-West Collector roadway in a cul-de-sac turnaround at the east property line should be approved, as proposed. The applicant should be required to install a sign at the terminus of the stub street stating that, “THIS IS A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR ROADWAY. THIS STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND WIDENDED IN THE FUTURE.” 7. Driveways 7.1 Ustick Road a. Existing Conditions: There are no defined driveways onto Ustick Road from the site. b. Policy Access Points Policy: District Policy 7205.4.1 states that all access points associated with development applications shall be determined in accordance with the policies in this section and Section 7202. Access points shall be reviewed only for a development application that is being considered by the lead land use agency. Approved access points may be relocated and/or restricted in the future if the land use intensifies, changes, or the property redevelops. Access Policy: District policy 7205.4.7 states that direct access to principal arterials is typically prohibited. If a property has frontage on more than one street, access shall be taken from the street having the lesser functional classification. If it is necessary to take access to the higher classified street due to a lack of frontage, the minimum allowable spacing shall be based on Table 1b under District policy 7205.4.7, unless a waiver for the access point has been approved by the District Commission. Driveways, when approved on a principal arterial shall operate as a right-in/right-out only, and the District will require the construction of a raised median to restrict the left turning movements. Driveway Location Policy: District policy 7205.4.7 requires driveways located on principal arterial roadways to be located a minimum of 355-feet from the nearest intersection for a right- 17 DRAFT West Ada High School in/right-out only driveway. Full-access driveways are not allowed on principal arterial roadways. Successive Driveways: District policy 7205.4.7 Table 1b, requires driveways located on principal arterial roadways with a speed limit of 50 MPH to align or offset a minimum of 425- feet from any existing or proposed driveway. Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7205.4.8 restricts high-volume driveways (100 VTD or more) to a maximum width of 36-feet and low-volume driveways (less than 100 VTD) to a maximum width of 30-feet. Curb return type driveways with 30-foot radii will be required for high-volume driveways with 100 VTD or more. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be required for low-volume driveways with less than 100 VTD. Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy, 7205.4.8, the applicant should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 30- feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers in accordance with Table 2 under District Policy 7205.4.8. Temporary Access Policy: District Policy 7202.4.2 identifies a temporary access as that which “is permitted for use until appropriate alternative access becomes available”. Temporary access may be granted through a development agreement or similar method, and the developer shall be responsible for providing a financial guarantee for the future closure of the driveway. Cross Access Easements/Shared Access Policy: District Policy 7202.4.1 states that cross access utilizes a single vehicular connection that serves two or more adjoining lots or parcels so that the driver does not need to re-enter the public street system. c. Applicant’s Proposal: The applicant hasn’t proposed any driveways on to Ustick Road as part of this application. d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The application shows the property abutting Ustick Road as future residential development. Direct lot access to Ustick Road should be limited and will be reviewed as part of a future development application. 7.2 North-South Collector a. Existing Conditions: There is no North-South Collector roadway adjacent to the site. b. Policy: Access Policy: District Policy 7205.4.1 states that all access points associated with development applications shall be determined in accordance with the policies in this section and Section 7202. Access points shall be reviewed only for a development application that is being considered by the lead land use agency. Approved access points may be relocated and/or restricted in the future if the land use intensifies, changes, or the property redevelops. District Policy 7206.1 states that the primary function of a collector is to intercept traffic from the local street system and carry that traffic to the nearest arterial. A secondary function is to service adjacent property. Access will be limited or controlled. Collectors may also be designated at bicycle and bus routes. Driveway Location Policy: District policy 7206.4.3 requires driveways located on collector roadways near a signalized intersection to be located outside the area of influence; OR a minimum of 440-feet from the signalized intersection for a full-access driveway and a minimum of 220-feet from the signalized intersection for a right-in/right-out only driveway. Dimensions shall be measured from the centerline of the intersection to the centerline of the driveway 18 DRAFT West Ada High School Successive Driveways: District policy 7206.4.5 Table 1, requires driveways located on collector roadways with a speed limit of 25 MPH and daily traffic volumes greater than 100 VTD to align or offset a minimum of 245-feet from any existing or proposed driveway. Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7206.4.6 restricts high-volume driveways (100 VTD or more) to a maximum width of 36-feet and low-volume driveways (less than 100 VTD) to a maximum width of 30-feet. Curb return type driveways with 30-foot radii will be required for high-volume driveways with 100 VTD or more. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be required for low-volume driveways with less than 100 VTD. Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy, 7206.4.6, the applicant should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 30- feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers in accordance with Table 2 under District Policy 7206.4.6. Minor Improvements Policy: District Policy 7203.3 states that minor improvements to existing streets adjacent to a proposed development may be required. These improvements are to correct deficiencies or replace deteriorated facilities. Included are sidewalk construction or replacement; curb and gutter construction or replacement; replacement of unused driveways with curb, gutter and sidewalk; installation or reconstruction of pedestrian ramps; pavement repairs; signs; traffic control devices; and other similar items. c. Applicant’s Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct 5 full access driveways onto the North-South Collector roadway. The driveways are proposed to be located as follows: • One 26-foot wide driveway located approximately 1,650-feet north of Ustick Road (students). • One 40-foot wide driveway located approximately 2,210-feet north of Ustick Road (students). • One 28-foot wide “Enter Only” driveway located approximately 2,840-feet north of Ustick Road (parents). • One 28-foot wide “Exit Only” driveway located approximately 3,540-feet north of Ustick Road (parents). • One 43-foot wide driveway located approximately 4,400-feet north of Ustick Road (staff). 19 DRAFT West Ada High School d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The proposed locations of the driveways meet District policy and should be approved, as proposed. The width of the proposed 40 and 43-foot wide driveways does not meet District policy and should not be approved, as proposed. These driveways should be constructed to a maximum width of 36-feet. This will still allow for simultaneous left and right turns out of the site. All of the driveway should be constructed a curb return type driveways. The enter only driveway for the parent drop-off loop should be signed “ENTER ONLY” and the exit only driveway for the parent drop-off loop should be signed should be signed “DO NOT ENTER EXIT ONLY”. 20 DRAFT West Ada High School Consistent with the finding and recommendations of the traffic impact study, the applicant should be required to construct dedicated right turn lanes on the North-South collector roadway at all driveway intersection with the exception of the “Exit Only” Driveway. 7.3 East-West Collector Roadway a. Existing Conditions: There is no East-West Collector roadway within the site. b. Policy: Access Policy: District Policy 7205.4.1 states that all access points associated with development applications shall be determined in accordance with the policies in this section and Section 7202. Access points shall be reviewed only for a development application that is being considered by the lead land use agency. Approved access points may be relocated and/or restricted in the future if the land use intensifies, changes, or the property redevelops. District Policy 7206.1 states that the primary function of a collector is to intercept traffic from the local street system and carry that traffic to the nearest arterial. A secondary function is to service adjacent property. Access will be limited or controlled. Collectors may also be designated at bicycle and bus routes. Driveway Location Policy (Stop Controlled Intersection): District policy 7206.4.4 requires driveways located on collector roadways near a STOP controlled intersection to be located outside of the area of influence; OR a minimum of 150-feet from the intersection, whichever is greater. Dimensions shall be measured from the centerline of the intersection to the centerline of the driveway. Successive Driveways: District policy 7206.4.5 Table 1, requires driveways located on collector roadways with a speed limit of 25 MPH and daily traffic volumes greater than 100 VTD to align or offset a minimum of 245-feet from any existing or proposed driveway. Driveway Width Policy: District policy 7206.4.6 restricts high-volume driveways (100 VTD or more) to a maximum width of 36-feet and low-volume driveways (less than 100 VTD) to a maximum width of 30-feet. Curb return type driveways with 30-foot radii will be required for high-volume driveways with 100 VTD or more. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be required for low-volume driveways with less than 100 VTD. Driveway Paving Policy: Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy, 7206.4.6, the applicant should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 30- feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers in accordance with Table 2 under District Policy 7206.4.6. c. Applicant’s Proposal: The applicant has proposed to construct one 26-foot wide driveway onto the new East-West Collector roadway. The driveway is proposed to be located approximately 1,550-feet east of the North-South Collector roadway. This driveway is proposed to provide access to the bus loop and for other authorized vehicles. d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant's proposal meets District policy and should be approve, as proposed. The driveway should be constructed as a curb return driveway. This driveway should be signed for “AUTHORIZED VEHICLES ONLY” 8. Out Parcels There are two areas that are proposed to be annexed into the City of Meridian as part of this application, but are noted for future development. For this application, the annexation of these parcels; ACHD is a recommending agency to the City of Meridian. ACHD does not set conditions of approval with this type of application. The area north of the high school is proposed to be a future West Ada Elementary School and the area to the south is noted as future development. 21 DRAFT West Ada High School When the future elementary school develops a traffic impact study will be required. Additionally, the sidewalk on the north side of the East-West Collector roadway should be constructed and the North-South Collector roadway should be extended to the north property line. The intersection of the North-South collector/Ustick Road will be signalized as part of the current application. Access to the future development parcel will be allowed onto the new north-south collector roadway. Consistent with District policy 7206.4.4 full access driveways or local streets intersecting the North-South collector should be located a minimum of 440-feet from the Ustick Road intersection, and also maintain required offsets from the driveways associated with the current application. The location of future access to the residential portion of the site will be evaluated in the future based on conditions at the time. Future Elementary School Future Development 22 DRAFT West Ada High School Access and roadway improvements for both out parcels will be reviewed as part of future development application on both sites. 9. SH-16 The school site is located ¼ mile west of the proposed SH-16 extension. One of the adjacent property owners (Boise Hunter Homes – parcel no. S0432429350) has raised concerns regarding access to their site after the construction of SH-16 as the state project will have significant impacts to their parcel. As with other areas of the County where SH-16 has already been constructed, ITD has planned to construct a network of local streets to provide access to parcels impacted by the extension of the highway. A local street is proposed abutting the west property line of the Hunter Homes parcel. The local street is proposed to intersect Ustick Road ¼ mile west of McDermott Road. The location of the proposed local street meets District Policy and will be allowed when constructed by ITD as part of their project. Site Boise Hunter Homes 23 DRAFT West Ada High School Boise Hunter Homes has indicated that the local road proposed to be constructed by ITD as part of the SH-16 project may not be enough access to serve the site and requested that the West Ada School District provide additional access through the high school site. During meetings with the City of Meridian, ITD, and the West Ada School District, ACHD staff has communicated that we are not supportive of splitting or impacting the high school campus to provide access to the Boise Hunter Homes parcel east of the site and that adequate access to the Boise Hunter Homes parcel will be provided via the local street constructed by ITD and through the extension of stub streets from other adjacent parcels. Site Local Street to be constructed by ITD 24 DRAFT West Ada High School To provide additional opportunities for access to the Hunter Homes parcel, the City of Meridian may consider requiring a right-of-way easement (or temporary right-of-way easement) through the future residential parcels which would allow for the future construction of a public street between the North-South Collector roadway and the Hunter Homes Parcel. Staff is unable to recommend or require the dedication of an easement or construction of a public street though the future residential parcels, as the parcels are only being considered for annexation and zoning at this time (no land use development application), the easement/roadway is not needed to serve the school site, and a roadway in this location is not shown on ACHD’s MSM. Connectivity and access will be addressed and evaluated per Policy when those parcels develop. ITD and the City of Meridian have indicated that they may require the West Ada School District to dedicate right-of-way to ITD for half of the local street shown on ITD’s SH-16 extension concept plan abutting the site’s east property line. As an alternative to dedicating right-of-way to ITD, the City of Meridian may consider requiring an appropriate setback from the site’s east property line to accommodate future setback and landscaping requirements for a local street adjacent to a school. As part of this application, the West Ada School District will be making substantial roadway improvements to serve their site including the construction of 2 collector roadways shown on the MSM, one which will stub to the east providing for connectivity when parcels to the east develop. It is not recommended that the school site (and future school site) take access to a north-south roadway along the east property line, as school traffic will be directed to the signalized intersection on Ustick Road. Collector Roadways 25 DRAFT West Ada High School 10. Tree Planters Tree Planter Policy: Tree Planter Policy: The District’s Tree Planter Policy prohibits all trees in planters less than 8-feet in width without the installation of root barriers. Class II trees may be allowed in planters with a minimum width of 8-feet, and Class I and Class III trees may be allowed in planters with a minimum width of 10-feet. 11. Landscaping Landscaping Policy: A license agreement is required for all landscaping proposed within ACHD right-of-way or easement areas. Trees shall be located no closer than 10-feet from all public storm drain facilities. Landscaping should be designed to eliminate site obstructions in the vision triangle at intersections. District Policy 5104.3.1 requires a 40-foot vision triangle and a 3-foot height restriction on all landscaping located at an uncontrolled intersection and a 50-foot offset from stop signs. Landscape plans are required with the submittal of civil plans and must meet all District requirements prior to signature of the final plat and/or approval of the civil plans. 12. Other Access Ustick Road is classified as a Principal Arterial roadway. The North-South and East-West Collectors are classified as collector roadways. Other than the access specifically approved with this application, direct lot access is prohibited to these roadways, unless specifically approved by ACHD as part of a future development application. D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval 1. ACHD is committed to working with the applicant in regard to the timing of permits, plan approval, and phasing of the construction, however, all required improvements necessary to serve the site shall be completed prior to the occupancy of the school. 2. Enter into a signal agreement with ACHD for the installation of the interim signal at the Star Road/Ustick Road intersection. The signal agreement shall include that the intersection be designed to provide a 3 X 3 intersection with three 12-foot wide travel lanes: one receiving lane, one dedicated left turn lane, and one thru/right lane on each approach; that the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with the design, and installation of the interim signal, ACHD will provide hardware, and that interim improvements are not eligible for reimbursement by ACHD. In order to ensure the Star Road/Ustick Road intersection will be improved when warranted, the following items must be in place prior plans acceptance: • Signal Agreement • Full design and approved plans for the intersection 3. Enter into a signal agreement with ACHD for the installation of the interim signal at the Star Road/McMillan Road intersection. The signal agreement shall include that the intersection be designed to provide a 3 X 3 intersection with three 12-foot wide travel lanes: one receiving lane, one dedicated left turn lane, and one thru/right lane on each approach; that the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with the, design, and installation of the interim signal, ACHD will provide the hardware, and that interim improvements are not eligible for reimbursement by ACHD. In order to ensure the Star Road/McMillan Road intersection will be improved when warranted, the following items must be in place prior plans acceptance: • Signal Agreement • Full design and approved plans for the intersection 26 DRAFT West Ada High School 4. Enter into a signal agreement with ACHD for the installation of the interim signal at the North- South Collector/Ustick Road intersection. The signal agreement shall include that the intersection be designed to provide a 3 X 3 intersection with three 12-foot wide travel lanes: one receiving lane, one dedicated left turn lane, and one thru/right lane on the east and south bound approach and a thru and dedicated right turn lane on the westbound approach; that the applicant is responsible for all costs associated with the hardware, design, and installation of the interim signal, and that interim improvements are not eligible for reimbursement by ACHD. In order to ensure the North-South Collector/Ustick Road intersection will be improved when warranted, the following items must be in place prior plans acceptance: • Signal Agreement • Full design and approved plans for the intersection 5. Prior to the opening of the school, widen and restripe Ustick Road to provide center two way left turn lanes with 150-feet of storage on the east and westbound approaches of Ustick Road at the McDermott Road intersection. 6. Dedicate 48-feet of right-of-way from the centerline of Ustick Road. No compensation will be provided for this right-of-way dedication. 7. Construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum of 41-feet from the centerline of Ustick Road abutting the site. Provide a permanent right-of-way easement if detached sidewalks are constructed outside of the dedicated right-of-way. 8. Widen the pavement on Ustick Road to a minimum width of 17-feet from centerline with a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder abutting the site. 9. Construct the North-South Collector roadway abutting the site’s west property line as a 46-foot street section with vertical curb, gutter, and a 5-foot wide detached (or 7-foot wide attached) concrete sidewalk abutting the site. On the west side of the roadway construct a 3-foot wide gravel shoulder and barrow ditch sized to accommodate the roadway storm runoff. The right-of- way may extend to 2-feet behind the back of curb if sidewalks are detached and shall encompass the entire barrow ditch. Provide a permanent right-of-way easement for detached sidewalks. 10. Stub the North-South Collector to the northern out parcel, as proposed (terminates at the East/West collector). Install a sign at the terminus of the North-South Collector, north of the East/West collector street stating that, “THIS IS A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR ROADWAY. THIS STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND WIDENDED IN THE FUTURE.” 11. Construct the East-West Collector as a 36-foot wide collector street section with curb to curb vertical curb, gutter, and a 5-foot wide detached (or 7-foot wide attached) concrete sidewalk on the south side of the roadway within 54-feet of right-of-way. The right-of-way may be reduced to 2-feet behind the back of curb if detached sidewalks are constructed. Provide a permanent right- of-way easement for detached sidewalk located outside of the dedicated right-of-way. 12. Construct a cul-de-sac turnaround with a minimum radii of 45-feeet at the terminus of the East- West collector Roadway. Install a sign at the terminus of the stub street stating that, “THIS IS A DESIGNATED COLLECTOR ROADWAY. THIS STREET WILL BE EXTENDED AND WIDENDED IN THE FUTURE.” 13. Construct the following driveway onto the North-South Collector Road, as curb return type driveways: • One 26-foot wide driveway located 1,650-feet north of Ustick Road. • One 36-foot wide driveway located 2,210-feet north of Ustick Road. 27 DRAFT West Ada High School • One 28-foot wide “Enter Only” driveway located 2,840-feet north of Ustick Road. Sign this driveway for “ENTER ONLY”. • One 28-foot wide “Exit Only” driveway located 3,540-feet north of Ustick Road. Sign this driveway for “DO NOT ENTER EXIT ONLY”. • One 36-foot wide driveway located 4,400-feet north of Ustick Road. 14. Construct dedicated right turn lanes on the North-South collector roadway at all driveway intersections, except for the exit only driveway. 15. Construct one 26-foot wide curb return driveway onto the East-West Collector roadway located 1,550-feet east of the North-South Collector. Sign this driveway for “AUTHORIZED VEHICLES ONLY”. 16. The West Ada School District shall be responsible for all costs associated with the design, hardware, and construction of any pedestrian facilities needed to accommodate future pedestrian needs of the school. This includes flashing beacons, crosswalk striping and signage, and HAWK signals or RRFBs. 17. Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval. E. Standard Conditions of Approval 1. All proposed irrigation facilities shall be located outside of the ACHD right-of-way (including all easements). Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the ACHD right -of-way (including all easements). 2. Private Utilities including sewer or water systems are prohibited from being located within the ACHD right-of-way. 3. In accordance with District policy, 7203.3, the applicant may be required to update any existing non-compliant pedestrian improvements abutting the site to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. The applicant’s engineer should provide documentation of ADA compliance to District Development Review staff for review. 4. Replace any existing damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged during the construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280 (with file number) for details. 5. A license agreement and compliance with the District’s Tree Planter policy is required for all landscaping proposed within ACHD right-of-way or easement areas. 6. All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall be borne by the developer. 7. It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way. The applicant at no cost to ACHD shall repair existing utilities damaged by the applicant. The applicant shall be required to call DIGLINE (1-811-342-1585) at least two full business days prior to breaking ground within ACHD right-of-way. The applicant shall contact ACHD Traffic Operations 387-6190 in the event any ACHD conduits (spare or filled) are compromised during any phase of construction. 8. Utility street cuts in pavement less than five years old are not allowed unless approved in writing by the District. Contact the District’s Utility Coordinator at 387-6258 (with file numbers) for details. 9. All design and construction shall be in accordance with the ACHD Policy Manual, ISPWC Standards and approved supplements, Construction Services procedures and all applicable ACHD Standards unless specifically waived herein. An engineer registered in the State of Idaho shall prepare and certify all improvement plans. 28 DRAFT West Ada High School 10. Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable requirements of ACHD prior to District approval for occupancy. 11. No change in the terms and conditions of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing and signed by the applicant or the applicant’s authorized representative and an authorized representative of ACHD. The burden shall be upon the applicant to obtain written confirmation of any change from ACHD. 12. If the site plan or use should change in the future, ACHD Planning Review will review the site plan and may require additional improvements to the transportation system at that time. Any change in the planned use of the property which is the subject of this application, shall require the applicant to comply with ACHD Policy and Standard Conditions of Approval in place at that time unless a waiver/variance of the requirements or other legal relief is granted by the ACHD Commission. F. Conclusions of Law 1. The proposed site plan is approved, if all of the Site Specific and Standard Conditions of Approval are satisfied. 2. ACHD requirements are intended to assure that the proposed use/development will not place an undue burden on the existing vehicular transportation system within the vicinity impacted by the proposed development. G. Attachments 1. Vicinity Map 2. Site Plan 3. Traffic Impact Study Summary 4. Utility Coordinating Council 5. Development Process Checklist 6. Request for Reconsideration Guidelines 29 DRAFT West Ada High School VICINITY MAP 30 DRAFT West Ada High School SITE PLAN 31 DRAFT West Ada High School Traffic Impact Study 32 DRAFT West Ada High School 33 DRAFT West Ada High School 34 DRAFT West Ada High School 35 DRAFT West Ada High School 36 DRAFT West Ada High School 37 DRAFT West Ada High School 38 DRAFT West Ada High School Ada County Utility Coordinating Council Developer/Local Improvement District Right of Way Improvements Guideline Request Purpose: To develop the necessary avenue for proper notification to utilities of local highway and road improvements, to help the utilities in budgeting and to clarify the already existing process. 1) Notification: Within five (5) working days upon notification of required right of way improvements by Highway entities, developers shall provide written notification to the affected utility owners and the Ada County Utility Coordinating Council (UCC). Notification shall include but not be limited to, project limits, scope of roadway improvements/project, anticipated construction dates, and any portions critical to the right of way improvements and coordination of utilities. 2) Plan Review: The developer shall provide the highway entities and all utility owners with preliminary project plans and schedule a plan review conference. Depending on the scale of utility improvements, a plan review conference may not be necessary, as determined by the utility owners. Conference notification shall also be sent to the UCC. During the review meeting the developer shall notify utilities of the status of right of way/easement acquisition necessary for their project. At the plan review conference each company shall have the right to appeal, adjust and/or negotiate with the developer on its own behalf. Each utility shall provide the developer with a letter of review indicating the costs and time required for relocation of its facilities. Said letter of review is to be provided within thirty calendar days after the date of the plan review conference. 3) Revisions: The developer is responsible to provide utilities with any revisions to preliminary plans. Utilities may request an updated plan review meeting if revisions are made in the preliminary plans which affect the utility relocation requirements. Utilities shall have thirty days after receiving the revisions to review and comment thereon. 4) Final Notification: The developer will provide highway entities, utility owners and the UCC with final notification of its intent to proceed with right of way improvements and include the anticipated date work will commence. This notification shall indicate that the work to be performed shall be pursuant to final approved plans by the highway entity. The developer shall schedule a preconstruction meeting prior to right of way improvements. Utility relocation activity shall be completed within the times established during the preconstruction meeting, unless otherwise agreed upon. Notification to the Ada County UCC can be sent to: 50 S. Cole Rd. Boise 83707, or Visit iducc.com for e-mail notification information. 39 DRAFT West Ada High School Development Process Checklist Items Completed to Date: Submit a development application to a City or to Ada County The City or the County will transmit the development application to ACHD The ACHD Planning Review Section will receive the development application to review The Planning Review Section will do one of the following: Send a “No Review” letter to the applicant stating that there are no site specific conditions of approval at this time. Write a Staff Level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system and evaluating the proposal for its conformance to District Policy. Write a Commission Level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system and evaluating the proposal for its conformance to District Policy. Items to be completed by Applicant: For ALL development applications, including those receiving a “No Review” letter: • The applicant should submit one set of engineered plans directly to ACHD for review by the Development Review Section for plan review and assessment of impact fees. (Note: if there are no site improvements required by ACHD, then architectural plans may be submitted for purposes of impact fee assessment.) • The applicant is required to get a permit from Construction Services (ACHD) for ANY work in the right-of- way, including, but not limited to, driveway approaches, street improvements and utility cuts. Pay Impact Fees prior to issuance of building permit. Impact fees cannot be paid prior to plan review approval. DID YOU REMEMBER: Construction (Non-Subdivisions) Driveway or Property Approach(s) • Submit a “Driveway Approach Request” form to ACHD Construction (for approval by Development Services & Traffic Services). There is a one week turnaround for this approval. Working in the ACHD Right-of-Way • Four business days prior to starting work have a bonded contractor submit a “Temporary Highway Use Permit Application” to ACHD Construction – Permits along with: a) Traffic Control Plan b) An Erosion & Sediment Control Narrative & Plat, done by a Certified Plan Designer, if trench is >50’ or you are placing >600 sf of concrete or asphalt. Construction (Subdivisions) Sediment & Erosion Submittal • At least one week prior to setting up a Pre-Construction Meeting an Erosion & Sediment Control Narrative & Plan, done by a Certified Plan Designer, must be turned into ACHD Construction to be reviewed and approved by the ACHD Stormwater Section. Idaho Power Company • Vic Steelman at Idaho Power must have his IPCO approved set of subdivision utility plans prior to Pre-Con being scheduled. Final Approval from Development Services is required prior to scheduling a Pre-Con. 40 DRAFT West Ada High School Request for Reconsideration of Commission Action 1. Request for Reconsideration of Commission Action: A Commissioner, a member of ACHD staff or any other person objecting to any final action taken by the Commission may request reconsideration of that action, provided the request is not for a reconsideration of an action previously requested to be reconsidered, an action whose provisions have been partly and materially carried out, or an action that has created a contractual relationship with third parties. a. Only a Commission member who voted with the prevailing side can move for reconsideration, but the motion may be seconded by any Commissioner and is voted on by all Commissioners present. If a motion to reconsider is made and seconded it is subject to a motion to postpone to a certain time. b. The request must be in writing and delivered to the Secretary of the Highway District no later than 11:00 a.m. 2 days prior to the Commission’s next scheduled regular meeting following the meeting at which the action to be reconsidered was taken. Upon receipt of the request, the Secretary shall cause the same to be placed on the agenda for that next scheduled regular Commission meeting. c. The request for reconsideration must be supported by written documentation setting forth new facts and information not presented at the earlier meeting, or a changed situation that has developed since the taking of the earlier vote, or information establishing an error of fact or law in the earlier action. The request may also be supported by oral testimony at the meeting. d. If a motion to reconsider passes, the effect is the original matter is in the exact position it occupied the moment before it was voted on originally. It will normally be returned to ACHD staff for further review. The Commission may set the date of the meeting at which the matter is to be returned. The Commission shall only take action on the original matter at a meeting where the agenda notice so provides. e. At the meeting where the original matter is again on the agenda for Commission action, interested persons and ACHD staff may present such written and oral testimony as the President of the Commission determines to be appropriate, and the Commission may take any action the majority of the Commission deems advisable. f. If a motion to reconsider passes, the applicant may be charged a reasonable fee, to cover administrative costs, as established by the Commission. Communities in Motion 2040 Development Review The Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) is the metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for Ada and Canyon Counties. COMPASS has developed this review as a tool for local governments to evaluate whether land developments are consistent with the goals of Communities in Motion 2040 (CIM 2040), the regional long-range transportation plan for Ada and Canyon Counties. This checklist is not intended to be prescriptive, but rather a guidance document based on CIM 2040 goals. Recommendations The proposed high school will serve northwest Ada County residents and receive access via Ustick Road. Ustick Road is the #10 priority in the Communities in Motion 2040 plan as it is one of the longest continuous roads in the region. Tremendous growth is expected in the surrounding areas in the near future, which will put increased pressure and cause congestion on this portion of Ustick Road. More information about Ustick Road is available at: http://www.compassidaho.org/documents/prodserv/CIM2040/10_UstickRd_022618.pdf More information about COMPASS and Communities in Motion 2040: Web: www.compassidaho.org Email info@compassidaho.org More information about the development review process: http://www.compassidaho.org/dashboard/devreview.htm Development Name: Owyhee High School (H-2018-0075) Agency: Meridian CIM Vision Category: Future Neighborhoods New households: 0 New jobs: 250 Exceeds CIM forecast: No Farmland contributes to the local economy, creates additional jobs, and provides food security to the region. Development in farm areas decreases the productivity and sustainability of farmland. Farmland consumed: Yes Farmland within 1 mile: 1,616 acres Housing within 1 mile: 173 Jobs within 1 mile: 102 Jobs/Housing Ratio: 0.6 Nearest bus stop: >4 miles Nearest public school: 2.0 miles Nearest public park: 2.2 miles Nearest grocery store: 3.4 miles CIM Corridor: Ustick Road Pedestrian level of stress: R-Ustick Bicycle level of stress: R-Ustick A good jobs/housing balance – a ratio between 1 and 1.5 – reduces traffic congestion. Higher numbers indicate the need for more housing and lower numbers indicate an employment need. Residents who live or work less than ½ mile from critical services have more transportation choices. Walking and biking reduces congestion by taking cars off the road, while supporting a healthy and active lifestyle. Level of Stress considers facility type, number of vehicle lanes, and speed. Roads with G or PG ratings better support bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and comfort levels. Nearest police station: >4 miles Nearest fire station: 2.9 miles Developments within 1.5 miles of police and fire stations ensure that emergency services are more efficient and reduce the cost of these important public services. The site plan shows a Collector road proposed on the west edge of the high school site connecting to Ustick Road. This network design will prevent ingress/egress directly onto an arterial roadway (Ustick Road) and mitigate some of the additional traffic. Consider providing pedestrian pathway stub connections for future residential neighborhoods to the south and east. The proposal is on the fringe or urban development. The closest transit services are located more than four miles away. There are no plans for public transportation services along Ustick Road at this location.