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TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Monday, December 07, 2020 at 3:30 PM
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_____ David Ballard _____ Luke Cavener, Ex-Officio
_____ David McKinney _____ Shawn Martin, Ex-Officio
_____ Ryan Lancaster _____ Toni Tisdale, Ex-Officio
_____ Walter Steed _____ Ian Updike, Ex-Officio
_____ Tracy Hopkins _____ Alissa Tayson, Ex-Officio
_____ Stephen Lewis _____ Justin Price, Ex-Officio
_____ Jared Smith
_____ Tom LeClaire
_____ Joseph Leckie
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. November 2, 2020
OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
2. Transportation Projects Update
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
3. Meridian Police Department Update
4. Valley Regional Transit Update - Stephen Hunt
5. ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan Priorities
6. Staff Communications
7. Ordinance and Development Subcommittee Update
8. Roundabouts and Alternative Intersections - Ryan Lancaster
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
9. Project Review Subcommittee Update (January)
10. COMPASS High-Capacity Survey (February)
11. Eagle, Lake Hazel to Amity (February)
12. Downtown Alleyways (March)
13. US 20/26 @ Black Cat ITD Requirements
14. Comprehensive Plan and Master Mobility Map
15. Valley Regional Transit Update: Fixed and Harvest
16. Main/King Crosswalk
NEXT MEETING - January 4, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Monday, December 07, 2020 at 3:30 PM
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for disabilities should contact the City Clerk's Office at 208-888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the public meeting.
Agenda
VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_____ David Ballard _____ Luke Cavener, Ex-Officio
_____ David McKinney _____ Shawn Martin, Ex-Officio
_____ Ryan Lancaster _____ Toni Tisdale, Ex-Officio
_____ Walter Steed _____ Ian Updike, Ex-Officio
_____ Tracy Hopkins _____ Alissa Tayson, Ex-Officio
_____ Stephen Lewis _____ Justin Price, Ex-Officio
_____ Jared Smith
_____ Tom LeClaire
_____ Joseph Leckie
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. November 2, 2020
OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
2. Transportation Projects Update
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NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
3. Meridian Police Department Update
4. Valley Regional Transit Update - Stephen Hunt
5. ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan Priorities
6. Staff Communications
7. Ordinance and Development Subcommittee Update
8. Roundabouts and Alternative Intersections - Ryan Lancaster
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
9. Project Review Subcommittee Update (January)
10. COMPASS High-Capacity Survey (February)
11. Eagle, Lake Hazel to Amity (February)
12. Downtown Alleyways (March)
13. US 20/26 @ Black Cat ITD Requirements
14. Comprehensive Plan and Master Mobility Map
15. Valley Regional Transit Update: Fixed and Harvest
16. Main/King Crosswalk
NEXT MEETING - January 4, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
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Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
November 2, 2020
Virtual Meeting Information
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Roll Call
(Meeting called to order at 3:XX p.m.; Zoom Meeting started and roll taken)
Audio was intermittent and unrecognizable thus starting time was not captured. Roll
Call, Adoption of the Agenda and Minute approval information was noted from a
hard copy agenda and recap after system reboot)
x David Ballard x Stephen Lewis x Shawn Martin (ex-officio via
Zoom late 3:43pm)
o David McKinney
(via-zoom)
x Jared Smith o Toni Tisdale (ex-officio-via
Zoom)
x Ryan Lancaster x Tom LeClaire x Ian Updike (ex-officio)
x Walter Steed x Joseph Leckie x Alissa Taysom (ex-officio via
Zoom)
x Tracy Hopkins
(via zoom)
x Luke Cavener (ex-officio) (via
zoom late 3:51pm) o Justin Price (ex-officio via
zoom)
Others Present: T. Baird (via zoom), B. McClure, and M. Carson
Adoption of the Agenda
Chairman Ballard called for a motion to adopt the agenda. Commissioner Lewis motioned to
adopt as written; second by Commissioner Lancaster - all-ayes – motion carried.
Approval of Minutes
1. October 12th, 2020
A motion by Commissioner Lewis was made to approve the October 12, 2020 minutes; second
by Commissioner Lancaster - all ayes - motion carried.
Prior to reviewing of Old Business, the system was rebooted at 4:13pm. Chairman Ballard
provided a recap, after the system was brought back online, of the Roll Call, adoption of the
Agenda and approval of the October 12th meeting minutes as written.
Old Business Items
2. Transportation Projects Update (Miranda Carson)
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Item 1.
Ms. Carson addressed the Commission and noted that the Transportation Projects memo
update begins on page 7 of the packet. Ms. Carson will not read the memo in its entirety, but
will highlight a few of the notable items, which the memo contained. Ms. Carson is happy to
answer any questions or review any items not specifically discussed at the end of her review.
Ms. Carson noted several projects that had substantial completion, which will not appear on
future updates, including the Meridian Rd., Cherry to Ustick, Linder Rd., Franklin to Pine and
Ten Mile Rd., Ustick to McMillan. Ms. Carson also noted that Linder, Overland to Franklin has
been added to the memo. It is not a new project, but one of the two projects that City Council
discussed at a joint meeting with ACHD on October 22, further information can be found in
Staff Communications.
The last notable item Ms. Carson highlighted was the Eagle Rd., Amity to Victory and
roundabout at Amity. Ms. Carson combined these two items into one update in the memo to
follow the ACHD IFYWP project. The discussion from the joint ACHD meeting on October
22nd and the City Council meeting on October 27th are summarized in the memo. Further
information can be found in the Staff Communications as it relates to these projects.
Ms. Carson concluded her review and stood for questions or comments, which took place.
Ms. Carson amended her conclusion and provided a brief update regarding the Linder,
Overland to Franklin, inclusive of the I-84 Overpass, project. As part of the joint meeting on
October 22nd a recommendation was made to send a joint letter to the Idaho Transportation
Board requesting that this project be added to the STIP in an effort to allocate resources and
advance the project more quickly.
New Business Items
3. Meridian Police Department Update (Sgt. Brandon Frasier)
Ms. Carson noted that Sgt. Frasier was not in attendance, but he did not have any new updates.
This item will be kept on the agenda for future updates from MPD.
4. School Zone Subcommittee Update (Commissioner Lancaster)
Commissioner Lancaster provided a brief update of the topics discussed at the subcommittee
meeting and those that attended, just prior to today’s Transportation Commission meeting.
The main topic of discussion was the proposed roundabout at Eagle and Taconic and the
potential benefits to a roundabout in this area and in general. Additionally, the subcommittee
discussed education and outreach, to City Staff and City Council, on alternative intersections
with an emphasis on roundabouts. This is suggested as a future meeting topic for the
Transportation Commission to undertake with a potential resolution recommendation to City
Council or future presentation to City Council. The final topic discussed was, any school
related items, i.e. the West Ada School district calendar has had several changes within the last
year due to multiple challenges/circumstances. Commissioner Lancaster concluded his update.
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Item 1.
Commissioner Lancaster will provide a roundabout presentation at the December
Transportation Commission meeting.
Chairman Ballard and Ms. Carson will discuss, offline, projects from the Mayor’s transportation
workgroup priorities to determine the agenda topic for the December Project Subcommittee
discussion.
5. Ordinance and Development Subcommittee Update (T. LeClaire)
Commissioner LeClaire gave a brief high-level update from the committee meeting that took
place. The subcommittee discussed jurisdictional issues with other agencies, ACHD/State and
controlled access. Unfortunately, MPD was not able to attend the meeting. The subcommittee
dug into State Code in detail. The hope for the December meeting is that a framework for the
subcommittee can be identified and a city draft ordinance, if any, could be penned on how to
handle ATV/UTV vehicles to present to the Transportation Commission in January.
6. Subcommittee Procedures
Chairman Ballard gave a high-level review of the subcommittee procedures and how they will
operate. The general framework of the Subcommittees will be to discuss issues in the
subcommittee, the subcommittee will issue a report to the Transportation Commission, which
will be properly noticed on the Transportation Commission agenda and opened for discussion.
Ms. Carson noted some house keeping items that the subcommittees will need to follow, i.e.
noticing 5 days prior to a subcommittee meeting, minutes, agenda items for TC, etc. (see the
memo included in the packet).
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussion, which took place.
7. Staff Communications (M. Carson)
Ms. Carson noted that Mr. Hood put together the Staff Communications, which she will briefly
review. If the Commission has more in-depth questions that aren’t addressed in the memo, she
will reach out to Mr. Hood to get an update.
Ms. Carson directed the Commission to page 16 of the packet and the Eagle to Amity update.
On page 17, there is a link to the slide presentation for SPIN, the shared vehicle company that
was supposed to present to the Commission in October. Ms. Carson also noted at the bottom
of page 17 the US 20/26 construction updates.
On the bottom of page 19 there is a summary of the call COMPASS had with the City, on
outlined priorities, and what COMPASS might be able to help the City facilitate.
On page 22 there are several emails regarding controlled access, which Commissioner LeClaire
highlighted in his update earlier in today’s meeting.
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Item 1.
Ms. Carson also noted the email response from Jon Wardle, on page 24, and the modification
to the fence height in Bainbridge No. 7 to address the noise complaints heard from neighbors.
Also, on page 24, Ms. Carson noted, the response from Mr. Martin on the passive yellow light
on Chinden/Ten Mile and that it has been turned off as of the 24th.
Ms. Carson concluded with the last Staff Communication which spans pages 26-28 and speaks
to the Amendment of the STAR Agreement, and stood for questions.
Prior to Adjournment Chairman Ballard reviewed the Future Meeting Topics and asked for any
additional items. Two items will be added to the December agenda:
The Ordinance and Development Sub Committee update
Roundabout and alternative intersection education presented by Mr. Lancaster
Future Meeting Topics
8. Downtown Alleyways (December)
9. Project Review Subcommittee Update (December)
10. Eagle, Lake Hazel to Amity (January/February)
11. Harvest Transit Service
12. The Comprehensive Plan and Master Mobility Map
13. Main/King Crosswalk
Next Meeting Date: December 7, 2020
Adjourn
Chairman Ballard asked for a motion to adjourn, which was made by Commissioner Lewis;
second by Commissioner LeClaire. Meeting adjourned at 4:53.
(AUDIO RECORDING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
APPROVED:
_______________________ _______________
DAVID BALLARD, CHAIR DATE
ATTEST:
________________________ _______________
CHRIS JOHNSON (City Clerk) DATE
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Item 1.
MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: December 7, 2020
Presenter: Miranda Carson Estimated Time: 10 minutes
Topic: Transportation Projects Update
Below is a summary/update on some of the transportation and roadway projects City Staff has
been involved with recently. This is not an exhaustive list, but rather highlights some of the more
important activities that have recently transpired (or are about to occur) in the transportation
realm. Staff will be at the meeting to discuss some of these topics in more detail. Please feel
free to contact staff should you have any comments, concerns, or questions on any of these
projects. New information is in bold.
KEY ACHD PROJECTS:
ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Program: The 2021-20245 IFYWP was adopted by the ACHD
commission on September 23rd, 2020 and can be found here:
https://www.achdidaho.org/Departments/PlansProjects/IFYWP.aspx
Cherry Lane and Meridian Library Pedestrian Crossing: Notice to proceed. $214,000 cost.
Phases 1 and 3 are complete. Phases 2 has ramp work ongoing, and the rail is anticipated
to be complete this week. This work will install a pedestrian hybrid beacon crossing (PHB) with
Z-crossing on Cherry Lane. This PHB will be between the existing signalized intersecti ons at
West 8th and Linder Road. This work also includes new sidewalks and crosswalks. Here is a
link to the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_cherry-lane-meridian-library-ped-crossing.aspx
Linder, Overland to Franklin: Widen Linder Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and a Level
3 bike facility from Overland Rd to Franklin Rd as per the 2020 CIP and the Bike Master Plan.
Project includes a new 4-lane I-84 overpass. Joint project between ACHD and ITD. This project
is listed as future in the adopted IFYWP. After a joint ACHD Commission and City Council
meeting on October 22nd, a joint letter of support will be sent to the Idaho Transportation
Board requesting this project be added to the STIP. This project was also recently
submitted to COMPASS for the FY21-15 Project Development Grant for $25,000.
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Eagle Road, Amity to Victory and roundabout at Amity: Seepage bed installation has begun,
and irrigation and stormwater pipes are under construction. Due to concerns by City
Council, the ACHD team met to explore options for improving safety of the multiuse
crossings at local cross-streets. The two preferred strategies from the project team
included: striping yield lines (also known as Sharks Teeth) at local streets and at Rome
Drive, to explore modifying the existing landscaping to increase visibility. Widen Eagle to
5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike lanes. Includes a 2 lane roundabout with a slip lane
at the northwest corner at Amity for southbound traffic turning west. Also includes enhanced
crossings at the pedestrian pathway near the Ten Mile Feeder Canal, a pedestrian crossing at
Rome Dr, and a roundabout at Zaldia Ln. Design will be done with in-house, ACHD resources.
Construction is planned for 2021 in the IFYWP. NOTE: There is insufficient right-of-way on Amity
west of Eagle to allow the striping of the bike lane on the north side of the road, so it will only be
the two travel lanes westbound, the center turn lane, and one eastbound travel lane until ACHD
can program a project there in the future and widen to the south. The west side of Eagle Road
will be fully improved including a multi-use path. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_eagle -road-amity-road-to-victory-road.aspx
Ten Mile/Amity Intersection: This project was on the December 90 day bid list with Notice
to Proceed in February 2021. This project is shown for construction in 2021 in the adopted
IFYWP. Construct a multi-lane roundabout at Ten Mile Rd and Amity Rd as per the 2020 CIP.
Project includes Ten Mile Bridge #1182. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_intersection_ten-mile-road-and-amity-road-roundabout.aspx
8th St at Meridian Middle: Install enhanced pedestrian crossings at NW 8th St and Meridian
Middle School. This project was on the December 90 day bid list with Notice to Proceed in June
2021.
Lake Hazel and Eagle Signal: Widen and signalize intersection to 4/5 lanes on Eagle and 3/4
lanes on Lake Hazel. Design is happening this calendar year, right -of-way in 2021-2022, and
construction in 2022 in the IFYWP. Design details are on the project webpage. Here is a link to
the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_intersection_lake-hazel-and-eagle.aspx
Locust Grove Road, Victory to Overland: Widen Locust Grove to 5 lanes with curb, gutter,
sidewalk and Level 2 bike facility. Design is planned for 2019, right-of-way in 2020-2021 and
construction in 2022 in the IFYWP with a cost of $4.07M. PIM held 9/10/2019. The 50% plans
shared with Council on October 8th. There is some concern about the cross-section and impacts
to neighborhoods. Council discussed this project during a work session on February 25 th. A letter
was sent to ACHD regarding the design of the bicycle and pedestrian facilities the week of
February 24th. Here is the project website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_locust-grove-
victory-to-overland.aspx
Victory/Locust Grove Roundabout: Construct a multi-lane roundabout. Design is in 2019, right-
of-way acquisition in 2020-2021, and construction is planned for 2022-2023 in the adopted
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IFYWP with a cost of $4.1M. Projects includes replacement/widening of bridge #2116 over the
Tenmile Creek on Victory Rd. This project will be done with in-house design.
Ten Mile Road, Victory to Overland: Widen Ten Mile to 5-lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and
a Level 3 bike facility. In the IFYWP, this project was designed in 2019, right -of-way in 2020-
2021, and construction in 2022-2023 at a cost of $3.9M. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_ten-mile-victory-to-overland.aspx
Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity: Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and Level
3 bike facility. Includes a roundabout at Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr. Design will be done in 2021.
Construction is planned for 2023 in the adopted IFYWP with a cost of $3.4 M.
Fairview, Locust Grove to Eagle & Locust Grove Signal: Design work is ongoing. Design team
is exploring permeable asphalt options for the bike lane. The design and materials of the
sidewalk to bike lane buffer is also being considered carefully as is the material and
pattern of the bike lane’s green coloring in conflict areas. The Hickory Way island may be
removed to have an additional lane out to Fairview, and VRT has requested consideration
of a future bus stop on Fairview on the far side of Hickory Way. There will likely be an
open house around March 2021 before 95% design is complete, and construction may be
delayed to 2024. Widen intersection to 9 lanes on Fairview and 7 lanes on Locust Grove. Widen
Fairview to 7 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and Level 3 bike facility. Design in 2020-2021,
right-of-way acquisition in 2021-22, and construction in 2023 in adopted IFYWP with a cost of
$4.26M. Here is a link to the project website:
https://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_fairview-avenue-locust-grove-road-to-eagle-
road.aspx
Lake Hazel Road, Eagle to Cloverdale: Widen Lake Hazel to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, and Level
3 bike facility. Design will be done in 2022. Construction is planned for 2024 in the adopted
IFYWP with a total cost of $2.3M.
Overland/Eagle Signal: Widen intersection to 7 lanes on Eagle and 9 on Overland. Project to be
done in coordination with ITD. Design is indicated for 2025 in the IFYWP. All phases shown as
Unfunded in the IFYWP at a cost of $8.16M.
Locust Grove Road, Fairview to Ustick: Widen Locust Grove to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk
and bike lanes. This is not programmed in the adopted IFYWP.
E. 3rd Street Extension: When ACHD adopted the 2014-2018 Integrated Five Year Work Plan,
E. 3rd Street, from Carlton to Fairview, was listed as a project in the Economic Development
Program. This project was split into two phases by ACHD – north (phase 2) and south (phase
1) of Carlton. This is not programmed in the adopted IFYWP.
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FY20 Capital Maintenance, Phase 1: Locust Grove, Ustick to McMillan pipe and roadway
work will be done in Spring 2021. Pine Street, Linder Road to Meridian Road is complete.
Steel plates over manhole collars will be removed after the Thanksgiving holiday.
ITD PROJECTS
ChindenWest Corridor: This project will result in 4 travel lanes (two in each direction). Widening
will take place to the south of the existing alignment and be constructed to accommodate future
widening to 6 travel lanes (three in each direction) with high capacity intersections at roads with
river crossings. Project website:
www.ITDprojects.org/ChindenWest
ID-16 to Linder: The widening of this section of Chinden Boulevard is complete. The new
roadway includes four 12-foot travel lanes, two in each direction, and a detached 10 -foot
pathway to the south for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road: A new road configuration began 11/3; this
configuration maintains one through lane, both east and westbound, at the Eagle
intersection. Sound walls will be constructed on the south side of Chinden, between
Stafford Drive and Eagle Road, adjacent to the Bristol Heights neighborhood. Paving
operations are underway. The necessary lane shift may result in increased congestion during
peak drive times. All residential streets between Locust Grove and Eagle are right-in and right-
out only, during construction and after work is complete.
Linder Road to Locust Grove Road: Utility and earth work is underway on the south side
of Chinden, between Fox Run Way and Meridian Road. Pedestrians will be detoured to the
road shoulder, separated from traffic by a concrete barrier. Fox Run Way, south of Chinden, is
closed through November, from Chinden to Boulder Bar Lane, as crews remove the overhead
structure, widen the roadway and connect the road with the Linder Village development.
Additionally, the sidewalk on the west side of Fox Run is closed. The east side sidewalk is
open for pedestrian use.
Star Road to ID-16: Construction is planned for 2024.
Idaho Highway 16 extension, U.S. 20/26 to I -84: ITD has completed the re-evaluation of the
2011 Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and preliminary design of Idaho 16. ITD is in the
process of acquiring property now and anticipates this will continue through 2021. ITD is
investigating funding sources and options. The Idaho Transportation Board has allocated
nearly $90 million to acquire right-of-way for the future highway. The remaining cost to design
and construct the corridor is estimated to be $350 million (in 2019 dollars). Project website:
www.ITDprojects.org/Idaho16
SH-69, Kuna to Meridian Traffic Study: ITD has completed enough technical evaluation to now
present a proposal to the public. ITD hosted an online public engagement from June 29 – July
20 to solicit feedback on the work to date. ITD will consider the feedback and make appropriate
updates to the plan before presenting the plan for concur rence to the Cities of Meridian and
Kuna and ACHD. Here is a link to the project website:
https://itdprojects.org/projects/id69corridor/
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PATHWAYS
Rail with Trail: In the fall of 2012, the City applied for an $85,000 grant to study the Rail with Trail
(RWT) pathway crossing of streets (7 crossings; Black Cat to Locust Grove). Currently, there
are funds for pathway construction in the Regional Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) in
2022.
Nine Mile Creek, Linder to Meridian: The path is proposed to run from Linder to Meridian along
the Nine Mile Creek drain just north of the railroad; this is COMPASS project # KN 13918.
Federal funding close to $400k has been allocated, but no federal funds have been used yet as
the scope is not fully defined. City Parks Department is currently working with a consultant to
negotiate easements for four (4) parcels from Linder to 8 th St. The City currently has obtained
all but one required easement from 8th to 3rd. We are currently pursuing acquisition of
easements from 8th Street west to Linder, and from 3rd Street to Meridian Road as a future
phase of this project.
Five Mile Creek Pathway: The City applied for a COMPASS grant to design and construct a
portion of the Five Mile Creek pathway near the Wastewater Resource Recovery Center
(WWRRC). The City informed COMPASS that we will pursue completion of this project with local
funds instead of Federal. There has been purchase and development action on the properties
north of Five Mile Creek, west of the WWRRC. Additionally, ACHD has purchased a parcel to
the south of the WWRRC. It appears that the bulk of this pathway will be constructed by these
new owners as a condition of development. The City plans to invest in pedestrian crossings of
the Nine Mile and Five Mile Drains to skirt the WWRRC and achieve continuity with existing
McNelis Pathway along the Five Mile Drain.
North Meridian Neighborhood Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan: ACHD and several partners including
the City have been working on developing a plan to help improve walking and bicycling routes
in North Meridian neighborhoods. This plan is complementary to the City’s Pathways Plan with
more of an emphasis on on-street bike facilities. The North Meridian Neighborhood Bicycle and
Pedestrian Plan was adopted by the ACHD Commission on September 23rd. Here is a link to the
project site:
https://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_program_north-meridian-neighborhood-bicycle-and-
pedestrian-plan.aspx
MDC / OTHER PROJECTS
Harvest Lifestyle Service: Staff is reviewing an option to ad service from Meridian to the
Veteran’s Administration in Boise. A public transit service focusing on seniors and persons
with disabilities has been operating since December 2016. This Lifestyle S ervice concept, which
includes two service zones, was presented to the Council in July of 2016. The service is operated
by Harvest Church. An enhancement to the City Budget for FY2019 was approved by the Council
for a third Harvest van. The third van is operational.
Transit: VRT has won a grant for electric buses. Staff from the City and VRT are coordinating
infrastructure, capital and service needs for a route from the Ten Mile Interchange area through
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downtown to The Village. The launch will likely be delayed closer to October 2021. The TC
will be actively involved in developing outreach plan, stops/alignment, and other service
considerations (i.e. – time of day operation, amenities/shelters, etc.) (This route is part of the
ValleyConnect 2.0 plan.)
Ada County Transportation Action Plan: Ada County, working with consultant Kittelson
& Associates, is kicking off the development of the Ada County Transportation Action
Plan (TAP). The purpose of the TAP is for Ada County to identify a broad set of
transportation policies, goals, and strategies for the unincorporated parts of Ada County.
This project is in the earliest stage, and the City has been invited to participate in the
process.
Eagle Road Bike/Ped Project Development: COMPASS has contracted with Keller Associates
to further develop a bicycle and pedestrian plan for the corridor. The boundaries of the project
are Overland and Chinden.
Shared Vehicles: On Friday, December 13th a Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued for
shared vehicle (e-scooters) services for 2020. The RFP was sent to six known, potential
vendors/contractors. A pre-proposal conference was held on Friday, December 27th; no one
attended in person. Proposals are due prior to 4:00 pm on Friday, January 10 , 2020. One
response was received, from Slidr LLC. On January 23 rd a 7-member scoring team met to
discuss the proposal. The scoring team recommended that City Council not enter into a contract
with any vendor at this time due to all of the construction and lack of destinations currently. The
scoring team further recommended that the MDBA continue to monitor the climate and
recommend back to the City when they believe another RFP should be issued. On January 28 th,
these recommendations were presented to the Mayor and City Council. The Council largely
concurred with the scoring team’s recommendation and further recommended that Staff be part
of discussions around a regional management model for micro mobility.
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Item 2.
MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: December 7, 2020
Presenter: Kristy Inselman, ACHD Planner
Miranda Carson
Estimated Time: Overview: 15 minutes
Discussion: 25 minutes
Topic: ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan Priorities
On November 4th, the City received a letter from ACHD notifying us that work was starting on the
FY2021-2025 Integrated Five-Year Work Plan (IFYWP). Annually, the City prepares transportation
priority lists for the transportation agencies to consider in their programming and budget
processes. The Meridian Transportation Commission (TC) is tasked with making recommendations
to the City Council on priority transportation projects. ACHD is requesting all project requests be
submitted no later than February 24th, 2021.
Kristy Inselman, Senior Transportation Planner at ACHD, will be giving an overview of the
prioritization process prior to opening a discussion of the projects. The goal is to begin the
prioritization of roadway and intersection projects in December and finalize, during the January
meeting, the two prioritization lists: roadway and intersection projects and Community Programs
(CP) projects (e.g. – sidewalks). These lists will then be shared and endorsed by the Mayor and City
Council and sent to ACHD before the February 24th deadline.
ACHD has also updated an online interactive prioritization tool for use when preparing request
lists. This includes the adopted 21-25 IFYWP map.
https://achd.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=727c6dccbbcf492abcadb1f1f8
2e36af
Attachments:
ACHD Prioritization Request Form
Projects Map
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Item 5.
Design YR ROW YR
Construction
YR
1
Locust Grove Rd, Victory Rd / Overland
Rd
Widen Locust Grove Rd to 5 lanes with curb,
gutter,sidewalk and bike lanes in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.2019 2020-2021 2022 Project to be built in 2022.Locust Grove Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd
2 Linder Rd, Overland Rd / Franklin Rd
Widen Linder Rd to 5 lanes and construct a new 4-
lane 1-84 overpass,including curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.Project would be a joint project
between ACHD and ITD Future Future Future
Project added to IFYWP for discussion purposes.
ACHD to coordinate with ITD on request.
Project to move forward when funding
partnership is possible.Linder Rd, Overland Rd / Franklin Rd
3
Locust Grove Rd, Fairview Ave / Ustick
Rd
Widen Locust Grove Rd to 5 lanes with curb,
gutter,sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Per City request,ACHD to coordinate with
Meridian to discuss scope.Locust Grove Rd, Fairview Ave / Ustick Rd
4 Fairview Ave and Locust Grove Rd
Widen intersection to 9 lanes on Fairview Ave
and 7 lanes on Locust Grove Rd,including curb,
gutter,sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.2020-2021 2021-2022 2023 Project to be built in 2023.Fairview Ave and Locust Grove Rd
5 Eagle Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd
Widen Eagle Rd to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.2018 2019-2020 2021-2022 Project to be built in 2021-2022.Eagle Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd
6 Ten Mile Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd
Widen Ten Mile Rd to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.2019 2020-2021 2022-2023 Project to be built in 2022-2023.Ten Mile Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd
7 Victory Rd, Locust Grove Rd / Eagle Rd
Widen Victory Rd to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.2023 2024 Future Project to begin design in 2023.Victory Rd, Locust Grove Rd / Eagle Rd
8 Ustick Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd
Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.2022 2023 2025 Project to be built in 2025.Ustick Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd
9 Linder Rd, Cherry Ln / Ustick Rd
Widen Linder Rd to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with 2016
CIP.2025 Future Future Project to begin design in 2025.Linder Rd, Cherry Ln / Ustick Rd
10 Locust Grove Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd
Widen Locust Grove Rd to 3 lanes with curb,
gutter, sidewalk, and bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Locust Grove Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd
11
Victory Rd, Meridian Rd / Locust Grove
Rd
Widen Victory Rd to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.2023 2024 2025 Project to be built in 2025.
Victory Rd, SH 69 (Meridian Rd) / Locust Grove
Rd
12 Ten Mile Rd / Cherry Ln
Intersection improvements to include dual left
turn lanes.2025 Future Future Project to begin design in 2025.Ten Mile Rd and Cherry Ln
13 Eagle Rd / Overland Rd
Intersection improvements to include dual left
turn lanes.2025 Future Future Project to begin design in 2025.Overland Rd and Eagle Rd
14
McMillan Rd, Meridian Rd / Locust
Grove Rd
Widen McMillan Rd to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk, and bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.
McMillan Rd, SH 69 (Meridian Rd) / Locust Grove
Rd
15 McMillan Rd, Linder Rd / Meridian Rd
Widen McMillan Rd to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk, and bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.McMillan Rd, Linder Rd / SH 69 (Meridian Rd)
3. Blank lines are provided at the end of each category to add additional projects. Provide a clear description of the project request.
4. Remember to identify projects for removal.
City of Meridian 2021 Prioritization Request Form
Updates include draft FY2021-2025 IFYWP. Programming status is subject to change.
Roads & Intersections
2021
Priority
Ranking
2020
Priority
Ranking Agency Project Name Agency Project Description
Current IFYWP Programming Status
ACHD Response ACHD Implementation Project Name
Ranking Instructions:
1. Rank your project request using only one number per project (Please avoid using 2a, 2b, 2c, etc.).
2. Utilize the first column to reevaluate your prioritization ranking. Adjust as needed.
14
Item 5.
16
Victory Rd and Locust Grove Rd
Roundabout
Construct a multi-lane roundabout with 2 lanes
on Locust Grove legs and 1 lane on Victory legs in
accordance with the 2016 CIP.2019 2020-2021 2022-2023 Project to be built in 2022-2023.Victory Rd and Locust Grove Rd Roundabout
17 Ten Mile Rd and Victory Rd
Widen intersection or add roundabout in
accordance with the Master Street Map.Traffic
analysis should determine the ultimate lane
configuration based on above projects in the
area.2019-2020 2020-2021 2022-2023 Project to be built in 2022-2023.Ten Mile Rd and Victory Rd
18
Meridian Rd, McMillan Rd / Chinden
Blvd
Widen Meridian Rd to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.2023 2024 Future Project to begin design in 2023.
Meridian Rd, McMillan Rd / US 20/26 (Chinden
Blvd)
19
Locust Grove Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan
Rd
Widen Locust Grove Rd to 3 lanes with curb,
gutter,sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Locust Grove Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd
20 Meridian Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd
Widen Meridian Rd to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.2023 2024 Future Project to begin design in 2023.Meridian Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd
21 Lake Hazel Rd and Eagle Rd
Widen and signalize intersection to 4/5 lanes on
Eagle and 315 lanes on Lake in accordance with
the 2016 CIP.2020 2021-2022 2022 Project to be built in 2022.Lake Hazel Rd and Eagle Rd
22 Overland Rd and Linder Rd
Widen and signalize intersection to 5 lanes on
Linder Rd and 6 lanes on Overland Rd in
accordance with the 2016 CIP .
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Overland Rd and Linder Rd
23 Ustick Rd and Black Cat Rd
Construct a dual lane roundabout in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed 2021 Interim Signal to be constructed in 2021.Ustick Rd and Black Cat Rd
24 Ustick, Black Cat to Ten Mile
Widen to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,sidewalk,and
bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Ustick Rd, Black Cat Rd / Ten Mile Rd
25 Victory, Linder to Meridian
Widen to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,sidewalk,and
bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Victory Rd, Linder Rd / SH 69 (Meridian Rd)
26
Eagle Rd and Amity Rd Roundabout
(Dual
Lane)
Widen roundabout to a dual lane roundabout,
with curb,gutter,sidewalk,and bike lanes.
Project to be constructed concurrently with Eagle
Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd.2020 2020 2021-2022 Project to be built in 2021-2022.Eagle Rd and Amity Rd Roundabout (Dual Lane)
27
Franklin Rd, McDermott Rd / Black Cat
Rd
Widen Franklin Rd to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk, and bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Franklin Rd, McDermott Rd / Black Cat Rd
28 Eagle Rd / Franklin Rd Not provided
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Eagle Rd and Franklin Rd
29 Ten Mile Rd and Amity Rd
Construct a roundabout.Project includes bridge
#205AX.2018 2019-2020 2021 Project to be built in 2021.Ten Mile Rd and Amity Rd
30 Cherry Ln and Linder Rd
Widen intersection to 4 lanes Linder Rd and 5/6
lanes on Cherry Ln in accordance with the 2016
CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Cherry Ln and Linder Rd
31 Cherry Ln and Black Cat Rd
Widen intersection to 5/6 lanes on Black Cat Rd
and 5 lanes on Cherry Ln in accordance with the
2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Cherry Ln and Black Cat Rd
32
Fairview Ave, SH 55 (Eagle Rd) /
Cloverdale Rd
Widen Fairview Ave to 7 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Fairview Ave, SH 55 (Eagle Rd) / Cloverdale Rd
33
Linder Rd, Chinden Blvd (US 20/26) /
SH 44 (State St)
Widen Linder Rd in accordance with the 2016
CIP.Cross section to be determined through
concept design.Project includes bridges #1078,
#2033, #2034, #2035, and #2036.2024-2025 Future Future Project to begin design in 2024-2025.
Linder Rd, Chinden Blvd (US 20/26) / SH 44 (State
St)
34
Fairview Ave, Locust Grove Rd / SH 55
(Eagle Rd)
Widen Fairview Ave to 7 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.2020-2021 2021-2022 2023 Project to be built in 2023.Fairview Ave, Locust Grove Rd / SH 55 (Eagle Rd)
35
Fairview Ave, Meridian Rd / Locust
Grove Rd
Widen Fairview Ave to 7 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance with the
2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Fairview Ave, Meridian Rd / Locust Grove Rd
36 Cherry Ln, Linder Rd / Meridian Rd
Widen Cherry Ln to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk, and bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Cherry Ln, Linder Rd / Meridian Rd
15
Item 5.
37
Fairview Ave Corridor Management,
Linder
Rd / Orchard St
Improve safety and traffic operations along
Fairview Ave in accordance with the Fairview
Avenue Corridor Management Strategy.Project
may include bicycle and pedestrian facilities and
other access management treatments.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Project to be implemented through
development.ACHD and Meridian to coordinate
implementation as development applications are
processed.
Fairview Ave Corridor Management, Linder Rd /
Orchard St
38 Ten Mile Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd
Widen Ten Mile Rd to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk, and bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Ten Mile Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd
39
East 03rd St Extension, Carlton St /
Fairview Ave (Phase 2)
Extend roadway and construct streetscape
improvements,including curb,gutter,sidewalk,
and improved UPRR crossing,from Carlton Ave to
Fairview Ave in accordance with the Downtown
Meridian Neighborhood Plan.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer until completion of Phase 1 (Franklin to
Carlton).East 03rd St, Carlton St / Fairview Ave (Phase 2)
40
Broadway Ave / Idaho Ave Extension,
East
06th St / Locust Grove Rd Not provided
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.To be considered as properties
redevelopment.
Broadway Ave / Idaho Ave Extension, 06th St /
Locust Grove Rd
41 McMillan Rd and Black Cat Rd
Construct a multi-lane roundabout in accordance
with the 2016 CIP .
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed 2021 Interim Signal to be constructed in 2022.McMillan Rd and Black Cat Rd
42 Amity Rd and Black Cat Rd
Widen intersection to 3/4 lanes on Amity and
314 lanes on Black Cat in accordance with the
2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Amity Rd and Black Cat Rd
43 McMillan Rd and Star Rd
Construct a multi-lane roundabout in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.McMillan Rd and Star Rd
44 Amity Rd and Linder Rd
Construct a single-lane roundabout in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Amity Rd and Linder Rd
45 Cherry Ln and McDermott Rd
Widen intersection to 3 lanes on McDermott and
5 lanes on Cherry.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Cherry Ln and McDermott Rd
46 Franklin Rd and McDermott Rd
Construct a single-lane roundabout in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.2024 2025 Future Project to begin design in 2024.Franklin Rd and McDermott Rd
47 Ustick Rd and McDermott Rd
Widen intersection to 3 lanes on McDermott and
4 lanes on Ustick in accordance with the 2016
CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Ustick Rd and McDermott Rd
48 McMillan Rd and McDermott Rd
Widen and signalize intersection to 3/4 lanes on
McDermott and 3 lanes on in accordance with
the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.McMillan Rd and McDermott Rd
49 Ustick Rd and Star Rd
Construct a single-lane roundabout in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Ustick Rd and Star Rd
50 Ten Mile Rd and Chateau Dr Signalize intersection.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Does not currently meet warrants.ACHD to
reevaluate as development occurs in the area.Ten Mile Rd and Chateau Dr
51 Lake Hazel Rd and Locust Grove Rd
Construct a single-lane roundabout in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Lake Hazel Rd and Locust Grove Rd
52 Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd
Widen and signalize intersection to 3/4 lanes on
Locust Grove and 5/6 lanes on Amity in
accordance with the 2016 CIP .
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed 2023 Interim signal to be constructed in 2023.Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd
53 Victory Rd and Linder Rd
Construct a single-lane roundabout in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Victory Rd and Linder Rd
54
Locust Grove Rd, McMillan Rd /
Chinden
Blvd (US 20/26)
Widen Locust Grove Rd to 3 lanes with curb,
gutter,sidewalk,and bike lanes in accordance
with the 2016 CIP.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.
Locust Grove Rd, McMillan Rd / US 20/26
(Chinden Blvd)
55
Ustick Rd, McDermott Rd / Black Cat
Rd
Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,
sidewalk, and bike lanes.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Defer.Operating at a LOS D or better.
Reevaluate as conditions change.Ustick Rd, McDermott Rd / Black Cat Rd
56 Pine, Linder to Meridian
Widen to 3 lanes with curb,gutter,sidewalks
and/or multi-use or mixed-use bikeway.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Pine Ave, Linder Rd / Meridian Rd
57 Eagle Rd / Fairview Ave Not provided
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Eagle Rd and Fairview Ave
58 Lake Hazel / Discovery Park
Intersection improvements requested at
entrance to Discovery Park.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Lake Hazel Rd and Discovery Park
59 Amity, Eagle to Cloverdale
Widen to 5 lanes with curb,gutter,sidewalk,and
bike lanes. TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Amity Rd, Eagle Rd / Cloverdale Rd.
60 Amity, Locust Grove to Eagle TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Amity Rd, Locust Grove Rd / Eagle Rd
61 Victory, Ten Mile to Linder TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Victory Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd 16
Item 5.
62 Black Cat, Cherry to Ustick TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Blact Cat Rd, Cherry Ln / Ustick Rd
63 Black Cat, Franklin to Cherry TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Blact Cat Rd, Franklin Rd / Cherry Ln
64 Black Cat, Ustick to McMillan TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Black Cat Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd
65 Black Cat, McMillan to Chinden TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.
Black Cat Rd, McMillan Rd / US 20/26 (Chinden
Blvd)
66 McMillan, Black Cat to Ten Mile TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.McMillan Rd, Black Cat Rd / Ten Mile Rd
67 McMillan, Ten Mile to Linder TBD
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.McMillan Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd
68 Eagle, Lake Hazel to Amity TBD 2021 2022 2023 Project to be built in 2023.Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
69 Locust Grove, Lake Hazel to Amity TBD. 3-lane?
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Locust Grove Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
17
Item 5.
1
Locust Grove Rd, Overland Rd / Puffin
St
Construct a detached asphalt or concrete
pathway on east side of Locust Grove between
Puffin Stand Overland Rd.2019 2020-2021 2022 Project to be built in 2022.Locust Grove Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd
2
Stoddard Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd
(Stoddard Rd, Victory Rd / Kodiak Dr)
Reconstruct Stoddard Rd,between Victory Rd
and Overland Rd to 3-lanes,7'attached sidewalks
and bike lanes.Project includes bridge #2085 and
an enhanced pedestrian crossing (pedestrian
hybrid beacon)at Victory and Stoddard (CM214-
27).Bike lanes may be replaced by a pathway per
the Bike Master Plan Update.2022 2023 2024 Project to be built in 2024.Stoddard Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd
3
East 03rd St, Franklin Rd / Carlton Ave
(Phase 1)
Construct streetscape improvements,including
curb,gutter,sidewalk,and improved UPRR
crossing,from Franklin Rd to Carlton Ave in
accordance with the Downtown Meridian
Neighborhood Plan.2022 2023 2025 Projects to be built in 2025.East 03rd St, Franklin Rd / Carlton St
4
Broadway Ave, West 07th St / West
04th St
Complete sidewalks on the south side of
Broadway Ave,between West 07th St and West
04th St.2024 2025 Future Project to begin design in 2024.Broadway Ave, West 08th St / West 04th St
5 McMillan Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd
Install extruded curb pathway on north side of
McMillan Rd between Cortona Way and Goddard
Creek Way and detached concrete sidewalk with
curbing between Goddard Creek Way and Wild
Goose Way.2024 2025 Future Project to begin design in 2024.McMillan Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd
6 Stockenham Enhanced Cross-walks
Remove mid-block cross-walk by Hillsdale and
add enhanced cross-walks at Lachlan and near
Rockhampton/Hill Park St. Update school zone
signs and flashers.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.
Hillsdale Elementary Pedestrian Crossings and
School Zone
7
East 2 1/2 St, Carlton Ave / Fairview
Ave Install sidewalk on the west and/or east side.2024 2025 Future Project to begin design in 2024.02nd 1/2 St, Carlton Ave / Fairview Ave
8 Capulet Way at Siena Elementary
Install crosswalk of Capulet Way on the west side
of Siena Elementary school micro path.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Capulet Way Pedestrian Crossing (S/O Falcon Dr)
9
Main St and King Street Pedestrian
Crossing
Install an enhanced pedestrian crossing of Main
St at King Street.2024 2024 2025 Project to be built in 2025.Main St and Williams St Pedestrian Crossing
10
McMillan Rd and Palantine Way
Pedestrian Crossing
Install an enhanced pedestrian crossing and curb
ramps on McMillan Rd at Palantine Way.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.
McMillan Rd and Palantine Way Pedestrian
Crossing
11 Meridian Rail-with-Trail Multi-use pathway along rail road tracks.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
ACHD to prioritize and scope arterial crossings
when City moves pathway project forward.Meridian Rail-with-Trail
12
Locust Grove Rd and Woodbridge Dr
Pedestrian Crossing
Install an enhanced pedestrian crossing of Locust
Grove Rd at Woodbridge Dr or Watertower St.2023 2023 2024 Project to be built in 2024.
Locust Grove Rd and Woodbridge Dr Pedestrian
Crossing
13 Eagle Rd, River Valley St / Ustick Rd
Complete sidewalks on Eagle Rd,between River
Valley Stand Ustick Rd.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed ITD facility. ACHD to share request with ITD.Eagle Rd, River Valley St / Ustick Rd
14 E. 3rd Carlton to Fairview
Extend roadway and construct streetscape
improvements,including curb,gutter,sidewalk,
and improved UPRR crossing,from Carlton Ave to
Fairview Ave in accordance with the Downtown
Meridian Neighborhood Plan.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.East 03rd St, Carlton St / Fairview Ave (Phase 2)
15 Washington St, W. 07th St / Main St
Complete sidewalk on Washington St,between
W. 07th Stand Main St.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Washington St, 07th St / Main St
16 Taconic Dr / Pioneer
Install crosswalk at intersection of Taconic and
Pioneer (Hillsdale Subdivision).
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.
Taconic Dr and Pioneer Trail Ave Pedestrian
Crossing
17
Amity and Mary McPherson
Elementary School Pedestrian Signal Signalized pedestrian crossing.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Scoped "Go -Defer"in 2017 due to low
pedestrian volumes.ACHD to reevaluate as
conditions change in the area.
Amity Rd and Mary McPherson Elementary
School Pedestrian Crossing
18
Pine Ave and W. 1st St Pedestrian
Crossing
Install an enhanced pedestrian crossing
(rectangular rapid flashing beacon) on Pine Ave at
W 01st St to improve access to Meridian
Elementary School.2025 2025 Future Project to begin design in 2025.Pine Ave and 01st St Pedestrian Crossing
Community Programs
18
Item 5.
19
Washington Stand W 1st St Pedestrian
Crossing
Pedestrian crossing near Meridian Elementary
School.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Evaluation completed fall 2016 shows existing
crossing meet needs of current users.ACHD to
reevaluate as conditions change.Washington St and 01st St Pedestrian Crossing
20 Bower St, Meridian Rd / E. 03rd St
Complete sidewalks and add wayfinding signage
on Bower St,between Meridian Rd and E.03rd
St.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Bower St, Meridian Rd / 03rd St
21
McMillan Rd, Locust Grove Rd / Red
Horse Way
Complete sidewalk on the north side of McMillan
Rd,between Locust Grove Rd and Red Horse
Way.2024 2025 Future Project to begin design in 2024.McMillan Rd, Red Horse Way / Locust Grove Rd
22 Linder Rd, 1-84 / Franklin Rd
Complete sidewalks the west side on Linder Rd,
between 1-84 and Franklin Rd.Future Future Future
Project added to IFYWP for discussion purposes.
ACHD to coordinate with ITD on request.
Project to move forward when funding
partnership is possible.Linder Rd, Overland Rd / Franklin Rd
23 Linder Rd, Washington St / Maple St
Complete sidewalk on the west side of Linder Rd,
between Washington St and Maple St.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Complete pedestrian facilities existing in this
section.Linder Rd, Washington St / Maple St
24
Victory Rd, Glacier Bay Way / Mesa
Way
Complete sidewalk on the south side adjacent to
county parcel.2023 2024 2025 Project to be built in 2025.
Victory Rd, SH 69 (Meridian Rd) / Locust Grove
Rd
25
Locust Grove Rd and Palermo Dr
Pedestrian Signal
Install an enhanced pedestrian signal and lighting
on the north side of Palermo at Locust Grove.2022 2022 2023 Project to be built in 2023.
Locust Grove Rd and Palermo Dr Pedestrian
Crossing
26
W 08th St and Meridian Middle School
Pedestrian Crossing
Install an enhanced pedestrian crossing on 8th St
at Meridian Middle School.2020 2020 2021 Project to be built in 2021.
Enhanced School Crossings - Meridian Middle
School and Capital High School
27 Meridian, north of Ustick
Install an enhanced pedestrian crossing of
Meridian Rd at/near Settlers Park entrance and
Sundance Subdivision micropath.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.
Meridian Rd Pedestrian Crossings (Settlers Park
Entrance / Sundance Sub Micropath)
28 Chinden Blvd, east of Ten Mile Rd
Complete sidewalks on Chinden Blvd,east of Ten
Mile Rd.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed ITD facility. ACHD to share request with ITD.Chinden Blvd, E/O Ten Mile Rd
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Locust Grove Rd and Time Zone Dr
Pedestrian Crossing
Install an enhanced pedestrian crossing of Locust
Grove Rd at Time Zone Dr.2019 2020-2021 2022 Project to be built in 2022.Locust Grove Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd
30 Taormina Drive at Maesaia Way
Install sidewalk on south side of Taormina Drive
near Maesaia Way.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Taormina Dr at Maesaia Way
31 Woodbridge Neighborhood Bike Study
Study the connectivity and bikeability of the
Woodbridge neighborhood.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
ACHD to evaluate as part of future budgeting
efforts.Woodbridge Neighborhood Bike Study
32 Watertower St at Rebound School
Install a painted crosswalk on Watertower St at
Rebound School.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
ACHD Traffic Engineering does not recommend
installation.Crossing activity is caused by parent
drop off.
Watertower St and Rebound School Pedestrian
Crossing
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Linder Rd, Chateau Dr / Barbara
Morgan STEM Way finding signage on Linder.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
ACHD Traffic believes current signage is
adequate. No additional signage recommended.Linder Rd, Chateau Dr / Barber Morgan STEM
34 St. Ignatius School Pedestrian Signal Pedestrian signal on Meridian Road at Producer.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Meridian Rd and Producer Dr Pedestrian Crossing
35 Bridgetower Pedestrian Signal
Pedestrian signal on Ustick Road at Bridgetower
(Towerbridge?) Drive.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.
Ustick Rd and Towerbridge Way Pedestrian
Crossing
36 Fairview Terrace to Chief Joseph
Pedestrian connection (sidewalk)between
Barbara Drive in Fairview Terrace Park to E.
Willowbrook Drive and Chief Joseph Elementary
on Chateau Drive.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
ACHD to support City led effort.Coonection
would be located on private property.Barbara Dr Pedestrian Connection
37 Amity, Eagle to Hillsdale
Pedestrian improvements on Amity to the YMCA
and City Park.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
To be evaluated and prioritized for possible
inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Amity Rd, Eagle Rd / Cloverdale Rd.
38 West 02nd St, UPRR / Broadway Ave
Complete sidewalk on both sides of West 02nd,
between the Union Pacific Railroad and
Broadway Ave to address parking concerns in this
area.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Sidewalk scoped "No Go"in 2015.Agencies to
coordinate if other solutions identified.West 02nd, UPRR / Broadway Ave
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Locust Grove Rd, Paradise Ln / Grand
Canyon Dr
Asphalt path on the east side of Locust Grove Rd
to connect with an existing path to the school.Completed Completed Completed
Asphalt pathway with extruded curb exists on
the east side of Locust Grove Rd.Project
completed in 2010.Locust Grove Rd, Paradise Ln / Grand Canyon Dr
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Kentucky Ridge Way, Riodosa Dr /
Victory Rd
Sidewalk on the west side of Kentucky Ridge
Way, between Victory and Riodosa.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Scoped "Go -Defer"in 2015.Sidewalk exists on
the east side.ACHD to reevaluate if existing
sidewalk does not meet needs in area.Kentucky Way, Riodosa Dr / Victory Rd
41 State Ave, East 2nd St / Cathy Ln
Sidewalk repair.Requested by land owner in this
area.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Scoped "No Go"in 2015.This section has
connectivity already on the south side and the
original requestor no longer owns the property.State Ave, 2nd St / Cathy Ln 19
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Nola Rd and Crossroads Middle School
Pedestrian Crossing
Install a painted crosswalk on Nola Rd at
Crossroads Middle School.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Scoped "No Go"in 2018 as issues are caused by
drop-off activities.Encourage school to work with
parents.
Nola Rd and Crossroads Middle School Pedestrian
Crossing
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Nola Rd, south of Pine Ave Middle
School
Construct sidewalk on the east side of Nola Rd
from Pine Ave to Crossroads.
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Not
Programmed
Scoped "No Go"in 2018.Sidewalk on east side to
be built through development. Nola Rd, Pine Ave / Crossroads Middle School
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2020 Roadway & Intersection Priorities [
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responsibility for the information contained on this map.
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Item 5.
MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: December 7, 2020
Presenter: Miranda Carson Estimated Time: 10 minutes
Topic: Staff Communications
Below are relevant correspondences received by City Staff since the November TC meeting.
ACHD to Replace Star Rd Bridges South of McMillan
From: Brian McClure
Sent: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 2:51 PM
To: 'Cody Homan' <Choman@achdidaho.org>
Cc: Jason Korn <jkorn@meridiancity.org>; Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>; Miranda Carson <mcarson@meridiancity.org>; Mike Barton <mbarton@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Star Rd bridges south of McMillan - 221009 221007 Hi Cody, We are doing a specific area plan in this area right now, and the City would very much like to be involved in this project. The pathway element along the creek is a very critical component of that. Can we discuss that further? Regarding flood plain, this project is within our Ada County approved Area of City Impact, but it is outside of current City limits. I’m not sure if that is within our floodplain jurisdiction or not. I have cc’d Jason Korn. We do also have some significant infrastructure improvements planned along McMillan out to Can Ada, so cc’ing a few others too just to cover all of our bases. Thanks
Brian McClure bmcclure@meridiancity.org
From: Cody Homan <Choman@achdidaho.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 2:40 PM
To: Brian McClure <bmcclure@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Star Rd bridges south of McMillan - 221009 221007
Good morning Brian,
I failed to realize that my two Star Rd bridge projects are within Meridian’s Area of Impact, attached are
the draft kick off meeting minutes (includes a bridge in Boise on Shoup Ave):
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The Star bridges are south of McMillan over Fivemile Creek and the Fivemile Feeder (pretty much adjacent
to each other), location below:
Would these bridges be under Meridian’s jurisdiction, or Ada County (for the no rise permit and such)?
Thanks and best regards,
Cody Homan, PE
Sr. Project Manager, Capital Projects
Ada County Highway District | achdidaho.org
208.387.6109 | choman@achdidaho.org
New HAWK signal on Cherry Lane by the Library Concern
From: Jason Tugby <Jtugby@achdidaho.org>
Sent: Monday, November 23, 2020 12:55 PM
To: Miranda Carson <mcarson@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Re: Safety on Cherry Lane Miranda, Before the project is substantially completed there will be lighting, and reflective material. The project my look complete but it is not as of yet. Jason Tugby ACHD Project manager 208-999-0024
From: Miranda Carson <mcarson@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Monday, November 23, 2020 12:40:04 PM
To: Jason Tugby <Jtugby@achdidaho.org>
Subject: RE: Safety on Cherry Lane
Hello,
I am just following up. Do you know if the new crossing has reflectors?
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Miranda Carson | Comprehensive Associate Coordination Planner
City of Meridian | Community Development
From: Miranda Carson
Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 7:33 AM
To: 'Jason Tugby' <Jtugby@achdidaho.org>
Subject: RE: Safety on Cherry Lane
The report we got is that “It’s black so at night it is not visible at all.” I think the concern is that someone will
hit the new crossing.
Miranda Carson | Comprehensive Associate Coordination Planner
City of Meridian | Community Development
From: Jason Tugby <Jtugby@achdidaho.org>
Sent: Monday, November 9, 2020 4:13 PM
To: Miranda Carson <mcarson@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Safety on Cherry Lane
Hello Miranda, Can you explain the reflective improvements? We have a “Z” crossing about to be completed in
front of Meridian Library.
Thanks for reaching out
Jason Tugby
Capital Projects Project Manager
Ada County Highway District
Office: 208-387-6223
Cell: 208-999-0024
Ext. 223
From: Miranda Carson <mcarson@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Monday, November 09, 2020 2:47 PM
To: Jason Tugby <Jtugby@achdidaho.org>
Cc: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: FW: Safety on Cherry Lane
Hello Jason,
I reached out to Ed Merrill on this, and he said you are the PM. Do you know when/if reflective improvements
will be added to the new Cherry to Library crossing?
Thanks in advance,
Miranda Carson | Comprehensive Associate Coordination Planner
City of Meridian | Community Development
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Item 6.
From: Bill Nary
Sent: Friday, November 6, 2020 10:41 AM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>; Miranda Carson <mcarson@meridiancity.org>; Ted Baird
<tbaird@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Safety on Cherry Lane
I don’t know the stage of completion of the new HAWK signal crossing on Cherry Lane by the Library, but all
the barricades are down. I notice in driving that road daily that there is very little safety features for this island
in the middle of the road. No reflective paint, candles, bollards, or barriers to the pedestrians that will be
standing there. It’s black so at night it is not visible at all. It may be in the center turn lane, but cars do drift and
occasionally people use the center lane early to do left hand turn and I can see collisions happening. Can you
reach out to ACHD or let me know who I can reach out to there to address my concerns? Would this be a
Transportation Commission discussion?
Bill Nary | City Attorney & Risk Manager
City of Meridian | City Attorney’s Office
Draft 2020 Master Street Map Update
From: Edinson Bautista <Ebautista@achdidaho.org>
Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2020 10:07 AM
To: Brian McClure <bmcclure@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Draft 2020 MSM Update Hi Brian, The MSM was approved with some additional changes back on October. We are currently working in implementing those changes and afterwards, I will make sure to update the attachments in the ACHD website. I will send you the update files as well for your records. Thank you and have a great Thanksgiving,
Edinson Bautista
ACHD Sr. Transportation Planner Planning and Project Management Department Ada County Highway District
Controlled Access Highway ACHD Clarification
From: Shawn Martin <smartin@achdidaho.org>
Sent: Monday, November 2, 2020 2:46 PM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: FW: Legal Task No. 9260 - Controlled Access Highway I did hear back from my Legal Department but I forgot to send it to you. You can see the relevant information highlighted below.
From: Scott Spears <Sspears@achdidaho.org>
Sent: Wednesday, October 21, 2020 3:27 PM
To: Shawn Martin <smartin@achdidaho.org>
Subject: Legal Task No. 9260 - Controlled Access Highway
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Shawn, Legal Task No. 9260 - Controlled Access Highway was assigned to me for review and response. The Legal Task states the following Summary of Facts, Legal Issue and Other Relevant Information:
Summary of Facts: Idaho Code 49-109 states that a controlled access highway is "any highway or roadway in respect to which owners or occupants of abutting lands and other persons have no legal right of access to or from the highway except at such points only or in such manner as may be determined by the public authority having jurisdiction over the highway."
Legal Issue: How does ACHD interpret this section of Idaho Code 49-109? Does this mean that any roadway is considered a controlled access highway? Only arterials and collectors?
Other Relevant Information: Meridian City is asking me to clarify this as they are looking at ATVs riding on public streets under Idaho Code 49-426(3) which states "The operation of licensed and numbered all-terrain vehicles, utility type vehicles and motorbikes and those vehicles exempt from licensing and numbering pursuant to subsection (2) of this section shall not be permitted on controlled access highways, except as provided in subsection (4) of this section."
Legal Response: As the local authority having exclusive jurisdiction, and pursuant to Idaho Code Section 40-1310(8), ACHD could designate Arterials or Collectors as a “controlled access highway” on a case-by-case basis in those segments of the arterial or collector where there are center medians in place limiting left turn ingress or egress for abutting properties or where all direct access to the arterial or collector for abutting properties is eliminated or limited.
Scott Spears
Assistant General Counsel
Ada County Highway District
Beacon Light Development and Sidepath
From: Don Kostelec <don.kostelec@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 2:02:05 PM
To: Caleb Hood <Chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Fwd: Beacon Light development and sidepath FYI on this topic that I think I mentioned. The good thing is ACHD has a desirable design for pathway crossings, but as was seen in this latest City of Eagle development, it may also be best for Meridian to adopt similar expectations for developers, ACHD and ITD. I wish Chinden crossings of that pathway were being designed this way. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Don Kostelec <don.kostelec@gmail.com> Date: Wed, Nov 18, 2020 at 1:58 PM Subject: Beacon Light development and sidepath To: Steve Noyes <snoyes@cityofeagle.org> Hey Steve, I was tuning into the ACHD Commission meeting today and it was noted that a development along Beacon Light was proposing a 10-foot wide sidepath instead of traditional bike lanes. I agree with that approach moving forward and wanted to make sure you were aware of the issues these multi-use pathways create at driveways and side streets. The issue becomes one of drivers being aware of looking on the path for people traveling by bike and drivers having enough space between the edge of the road and crosswalk to stop when turning (offset dimensions in the graphic below).
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The best remedies to this are having slightly offset and raised crossings that clearly denote the route is a priority. I believe this is something that should become standard in ACHD right of way and with cities that want these for safer use by all users. Simple crosswalks just don't do the job many think they should do given the diversity of pathway users. I'm not sure if you've seen ACHD's recent presentation on the Eagle Road, Amity to Victory project that shows this exact type of crossing treatment that's needed. The image of that is below and here is a link to the presentation: https://www.achdidaho.org/Documents/Projects/Eagle%20and%20Amity%20Decision%20Briefing%2011.28%20Final.pdf I'm not sure how ACHD and Eagle reconcile development approval but I think it would be wise for the City to adopt a crossing standard for developments so there's consistent expectation when either ACHD and ITD are designing a project. You can find more on this on page 4-15 of this FHWA guide that shows more detail on what ACHD is proposing in the image below: https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/publications/small_towns/fhwahep17024_lg.pdf Let me know if you have any questions.
Best, Don
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South Meridian Neighborhood Plan
From: Edinson Bautista <Ebautista@achdidaho.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 24, 2020 10:36:23 AM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: South Meridian Neighborhood Plan Project
Good morning Caleb,
I just wanted to reach out to you because here at ACHD, we are preparing our next iteration of neighborhood
plans and we are planning to visit Meridian, south of I-84 for this year planning effort. Below is an image of the
planning area for this project.
In the upcoming weeks, we will be preparing to kick off the project and we will invite you as part of the project
team. Please, let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Edinson Bautista
ACHD Sr. Transportation Planner
Linder Road Overpass Joint Support Letter
From: Josha Iverson <jiverson@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Monday, November 30, 2020 11:52:46 AM
Subject: Linder Road Overpass Letter
Good morning,
Please find attached a copy of a joint letter from the City of Meridian, Ada County and ACHD; I will also mail
you the original letter. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Josha Iverson| Executive Assistant
City of Meridian | Mayor’s Office
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Item 6.
November 30, 2020
Bill Moad, Chairman
Idaho Transportation Board
3311 W. State Street
P.O Box 7129
Boise, ID 83707-1129
RE: Linder Road Overpass of Interstate 84
Dear Chair Moad:
As the population and transportation needs in Idaho and particularly the Treasure Valley grow,
we want to thank you for your continued partnership and collaboration in solving Ada County’s
transportation needs. With Meridian serving as a central connection in the County, citizens
continue to request more road improvements allowing more efficient north-south and east-west
travel within the County for all users. Construction of an I-84 overpass at Linder Road will
address significant transportation infrastructure needs in Ada County.
The County has added over 19,000 new dwelling units in the last three years. Meridian, itself,
has added over 8,000 new dwelling units averaging a year-over year growth rate of about 7.2
percent. The City has also added over 3.4 million square feet of commercial space in the last
three years. As Meridian and the County continue to grow, the transportation network will
require expansion. It’s no surprise that a recent survey conducted of Meridian residents showed
that nearly 70% rated a Linder Road overpass as a high priority in the community.
Linder Road overpass represents one of three overpasses identified as a priority for the unfunded
state system in the long-range plan, Communities in Motion 2040 2.0. Of those three projects,
Linder Rd is the only one with no existing overpass. Additionally, the Community Planning
Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) has provided preliminary modeling information
and Ada County Highway District (ACHD) has done a preliminary evaluation for widening of
Linder Road from Franklin over the Interstate to Overland Road.
As regional partners, we request that Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) Board consider this
project for inclusion on the current Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) so
that additional resources can be allocated for this project.
An extension of Linder Road over I-84 would provide greatly improved connectivity between
north and south Meridian and afford another route for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians
within the area. Moreover, by providing this connection it will alleviate growing congestion at
the Ten Mile and Meridian Road Interchanges as vehicles are able to use this alternate route.
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This will become critical in the coming years as Amazon and Federal Express are both building
significant distributions centers on Franklin Road in Meridian between Linder and Ten Mile
Roads, adjacent to the West Ada School District bus facility and Republic Services Meridian
location with a transfer station. Amazon and Federal Express alone are projected to add over
1,700 vehicle trips per day onto the existing system.
This overpass would also alleviate existing barriers to efficient movement of people, goods, and
services; requiring excessive out of direction travel and signal delays for local trips, reducing
emergency response reliability and services levels, and creating unnecessary trips on adjacent I-
84 interchanges. Regionally, this bridge would fill the last gap in the Linder Road corridor and
would be the longest unbroken north-south arterial in Ada County. Unquestionably, a huge
boost for commerce and travel interconnectivity.
Of note, we have shared our thoughts on this issue with the leadership at both Ada County and
ACHD and as you can see by our jointly signed letter, that they support our effort in starting this
conversation.
Thank you for your consideration of our request to include the Linder Road Overpass into the
current STIP for planning, funding, and construction of this regionally important bridge is
critical. We look forward to continuing this discussion and answer any questions you might have.
Sincerely,
Robert E. Simison, Mayor
City of Meridian
Kendra Kenyon, Chair
Ada County Commission
Mary May, President
Ada County Highway
District Commission
Cc: ITD Board
Ada County Commissioners
Ada County Highway District Commissioners
City of Meridian Councilmembers
Brian Ness, Idaho Transportation Department Director
Steve Rutherford, Ada County Chief Operating Officer
Bruce Wong, Ada County Highway District Director
Caleb Hood, City of Meridian Planning Manager
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Item 6.
No Deceleration Lane on Westbound 20/26 at Black Cat
From: Jayme Coonce <Jayme.Coonce@itd.idaho.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 9:57:09 AM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: [EXTERNAL] US 20/26 @ Black Cat
Caleb-
I am still trying to find a way to try to get a WB RTB at Black Cat off of Chinden.
In my digging, I found the attached document that ACHD provided me. I see that when ACHD gives comments on
development, they include a summary of ITD’s findings (see page 4). So now we have ITD’s letter that we send to the
Developer, the City and ACHD that lists what we require. We also have ITD’s comments folded in to ACHD’s
comments. Yet we still don’t seem to be getting what we require. How do we get there?
As we talked last week, I am also pondering the idea of ITD being a signatory on the approval of the development
agreement or other document that would give ITD the opportunity to determine if our needs have been met or not. Is
this possible? What would we have to do to get there?
Jayme
From: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Friday, October 23, 2020 8:40 AM
To: Jayme Coonce <Jayme.Coonce@itd.idaho.gov>
Cc: Justin Price <Justin.Price@itd.idaho.gov>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] US 20/26 @ Black Cat
Jayme,
Yesterday I spoke with a gentleman by the name of Mark. He lives north of Chinden, just off Black Cat. He is
concerned that there is no deceleration lane on westbound 20/26 at Black Cat. He said he has already had a
handful of near-miss rear-ends at this location. He would like to see something similar to the turn lane at Tree
Farm installed here. It looks like with the Modern Craftsman project (file #H-2020-0022) approval, you didn’t
require the developer to install the decel lane, just pay their proportionate share ($51,874) for it in the future
(see attached letter). Is there a timeline for this decel lane to be installed or is your plan just to install when
20/26 is widened on the north, to be six lanes? If so, is there an opportunity with the current STAR project (or
other means) for an interim decel lane in this location or similar improvements or treatments to make this
turn as safe as possible?
Thank you,
Caleb
C. Caleb Hood, AICP | Planning Division Manager
City of Meridian | Community Development Department
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1 Modern Craftsman at Black Cat/
MPP19-0023/H-2020-0022
Development Services Department
Project/File: Modern Craftsman at Black Cat/ MPP19-0023/ H-2020-0022
This is a rezone, short plat, and conditional use permit application to rezone 0.74 acres
to C-C and 20.85 acres to R-15 for 2 building lots and 2 common lots to develop 195
single family, duplex and multi-family units on 20.13 acres with a development
agreement modification with the City of Meridian.
Lead Agency: City of Meridian
Site address: 4740 W. Chinden Blvd.
Staff Approval: May 27, 2020
Applicant: Baron Black Cat LLC
1401 17th Street Suite 700
Denver, CO 80202
Representative: Kent Brown
Kent Brown Planning Services
3161 E. Springwood Dr.
Meridian, ID 83642
Staff Contact: Paige Bankhead, E.I.
Phone: 387-6293
E-mail: pbankhead@achdidaho.org
A. Findings of Fact
1. Description of Application: The applicant is requesting approval of a rezone, short plat and
conditional use permit to rezone 0.74 acres to C-C and 20.85 acres to R-15 for 2 building lots and
2 common lots in order to develop 195 single family, duplex and multi-family units on 20.13 acres.
The applicant is also requesting approval of a development agreement modification with the City
of Meridian to remove the site from the boundaries of previous agreements and enter into a new
development agreement.
The City of Meridian Comprehensive Plan designates this area as mixed use.
2. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area:
Direction Land Use Zoning
North Medium Density Residential/Medium-Low Density Residential R-8/R-4
South Limited Office/Medium Density Residential L-O/R-8
East Neighborhood Business/Medium-High Density Residential C-N/R-15
West Community Business/Medium Density Residential C-C/R-8
3. Site History: ACHD has not previously reviewed this site for a development application.
Vicinity Map
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MPP19-0023/H-2020-0022
4. Adjacent Development: The following developments are pending or underway in the vicinity of the
site:
• Fairbourne Subdivision, rezone and preliminary plat to approve 176 buildings lots and 26
commons lots on 66 acres directly west of the site, approved by ACHD July 12, 2018.
5. Transit: Transit services are not available to serve this site.
6. New Center Lane Miles: The proposed development includes 0.0 centerline miles of new public
road.
7. 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. The impact fee assessment will not be released until the civil plans are approved by ACHD.
8. Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)/ Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP):
• Black Cat Road is listed in the CIP to be widened to 3-lanes from McMillan Road to US
20/26/Chinden Boulevard between 2026 and 2030.
• The intersection of Black Cat Road and US 20/26/Chinden Boulevard is listed in the CIP to
be widened to 5-lanes on the north leg, 5-lanes on the south, 6-lanes east, and 6-lanes on the
west leg, and signalized between 2026 and 2030.
B. Traffic Findings for Consideration
1. Trip Generation: This development is estimated to generate 2,341 additional vehicle trips per day
(411 existing); 257 additional vehicle trips per hour in the PM peak hour (10 existing), based on the
traffic impact study.
2. Traffic Impact Study
CR Engineering, Inc. prepared a traffic impact study for the proposed Modern Craftsman at Black
Cat development. The executive summary of the findings as presented by CR Engineering and
can be found in 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. ACHD Staff
comments on the submitted traffic impact study can be found below under staff comments.
TIS Extents
Alternative Mitigation Measures Policy
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MPP19-0023/H-2020-0022
a. Mitigation Proposals: Mitigation recommendations shall be provided within the report. At a
minimum, for each roadway segment and intersection that does not meet the minimum
acceptable level of service planning threshold or v/c ratio, the report must discuss feasible
measures to avoid or reduce the impact to the system. To be considered adequate, measures
should be specific and feasible. Mitigation may also include:
• Revision to the Phasing Plan to coincide with the District’s planning Capital Projects.
• Reducing the scope and/or scale of the project.
Alternative Mitigation Measures: 7106.7.3 states that if traditional mitigation measures
such as roadway widening and intersection improvements are infeasible as determined by
ACHD, the TIS may recommend alternative mitigation measures. Alternative mitigation
measures shall demonstrate that impacts from the project will be offset.
• If the impacted roadway segments and/or intersections are programmed as funded in
the Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP) or the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP);
no alternative mitigation is required.
• If the impacted roadway segments and/or intersections are not programmed in either
the IFYWP or the CIP; the applicant may (i) analyze the shoulder hour and (ii) provide
a safety analysis to determine alternative mitigation requirements.
o If the impacted roadway segments and intersections meet the minimum
acceptable level of service planning thresholds in the shoulder hour the
applicant may suggest feasible alternative mitigation such as: sidewalks, bike
facilities, connectivity, safety improvements, etc. within 1.5 miles of the
proposed development.
o If the shoulder hour planning thresholds are exceeded the applicant may
request to enter into a Development Agreement and pay into the Priority
Corridor Fund an amount determined by the ACHD to offset impacts from the
project.
• Alternative Mitigation may also include:
o Revision to the Phasing Plan to coincide with the District’s future Capital
Projects.
o Reducing the scope and/or scale of the project.
Staff Comments/Recommendations: Staff has reviewed the submitted traffic impact study
(TIS) and generally agrees with the findings and recommendations. The TIS notes that the under
2019 existing traffic conditions that the Chinden Boulevard/Black Cat Road intersection does not
operate at an acceptable level of service and the installation of a signal is recommended. The
site traffic during the PM peak hour is 2.6% of the 2024 total traffic at this intersection, however,
the PM peak hour site traffic for the southbound left-turn lane is 11.1% of the 2024 total traffic.
Typically, the applicant would be required to install mitigation measures at the intersection
because the site traffic for the southbound left-turn lane is greater than 10% of the total traffic in
that turn lane consistent with District policy for Alternative Mitigation Measures. However, as part
the Lost Rapids Subdivision, approved by ACHD on February 28, 2018, that applicant proposed
to and was conditioned to widen Chinden Boulevard to 4 lanes between Linder Road and SH-16
and to signalize the Black Cat/Chinden Boulevard intersection. The TIS indicated that the
intersection will meet ACHD level of service planning thresholds under the 2024 total build out
traffic with these improvements. These improvements are funded through a Sales Tax
Anticipation Revenue Reimbursement Agreement (STAR Agreement) with the Lost Rapids
Subdivision applicant, ITD and ACHD that was executed in December 2018. The STAR
Agreement has been executed and the Lost Rapids Subdivision applicant is proceeding with the
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intersection improvements, therefore, no additional mitigation or improvements to the Black Cat
Road/Chinden Boulevard intersection are recommended with this development application.
Furthermore, Black Cat Road/ Chinden Boulevard is listed in the CIP to be to be widened and
signalized between 2026 and 2030. Thus, consistent with District Policy for Alternative
Mitigation Measures, no additional mitigation measures should be required for this intersection.
The TIS identified that the Levi Lane/Chinden Boulevard intersection will exceed ACHD’s
acceptable level of planning thresholds under the 2024 background traffic and recommended
mitigation. However, the site traffic at this intersection is 2.0% of the total traffic for the PM peak
hour. Therefore, no improvements are required for this intersection with this development
consistent with District policy for Level of Service Planning Thresholds, that states a proposed
development with site traffic less than 10% of the existing downstream roadway or intersection
peak hour traffic shall not be required to provide mitigation for a roadway or intersection that
currently exceeds minimum acceptable level of service planning threshold or V/C ratio.
The TIS indicated that turn lanes are not warranted for the 2 proposed private drives onto Black
Cat Road, and the proposed private drive onto Tree Crest Drive.
The TIS also indicated that all roadway segments are expected to meet ACHD’s level or service
planning thresholds with the existing lane configuration and the 2024 total build-out traffic.
ITD is requiring the following prior to occupancy:
• Remove the existing approach onto Chinden Boulevard 285-feet east of Black Cat Road.
• A westbound right turn lane at US 20/26/Chinden Boulevard and Black Cat Road is
warranted at full build out. ITD estimated the proposed intersection improvement as
$237,957. The developer should pay a proportionate share of $51,874 (21.8%) to the
future intersection treatment based off of total westbound right turn trips at full build out.
• The developer should pay a proportionate share of the corridor improvements for US
20/26 between Levi Lane and Tree Farm Way. ITD estimated the remaining corridor
improvements as $6,024,222. The developer should pay a proportionate share, $78,315
(1.3%) to the corridor improvements.
To ensure ITD’s requirements are met , staff recommends the City of Meridian include all of ITD’s
requirements as a part of their conditions of approval. If ITD requirements are not met, the impact
to ACHD’s system will increase.
The requirements should be completed prior to signature of the final plat. If these cannot be
met, the applicant should be required to submit a revised development application and updated
TIS for review and action by ACHD.
3. Condition of Area Roadways
Traffic Count is based on Vehicles per hour (VPH)
Roadway Frontage Functional
Classification
PM Peak
Hour
Traffic Count
PM Peak
Hour Level
of Service
Existing
Plus
Project
**US 20/26 –
Chinden Blvd. 1,266-feet Principal
Arterial 1,057 N/A N/A
Black Cat Road 905-feet Collector 389 Better than
“D”
Better than
“D”
Tree Crest Drive 1,255-feet Collector 25 Better than
“D”
Better than
“D”
Tree Farm Way 0-feet Collector 179 Better than
“D”
Better than
“D”
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* Acceptable level of service for a two-lane collector is “D” (425 VPH).
* Acceptable level of service for a three-lane collector is “D” (530 VPH).
** ACHD does not set level of service thresholds for State Highways.
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 Black Cat Road north of US 20/26 was 791 on 7/9/2019.
• The average daily traffic count for Tree Crest Drive east of Black Cat Road was 258 on
7/9/2019.
• The average daily traffic count for Tree Farm Road north of US 20/26 was 3,595 on 7/9/2019.
C. Findings for Consideration
1. US 20/26 /Chinden Boulevard
US 20/26/Chinden Boulevard is under the jurisdiction of the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD).
The applicant, the City of Meridian, and ITD should work together to determine if additional right-
of-way or improvements are necessary on US 20/26/Chinden Boulevard.
Staff Comments/Recommendations: ITD provided specific comments and recommendations on
the TIS and has established the following requirements:
• Remove the existing approach 285-feet east of Black Cat Road.
• A westbound right turn lane at Chinden Boulevard and Black Cat Road is warranted at
full build out. ITD estimated the proposed intersection improvement as $237,957. The
developer should pay a proportionate share of $51,874 (21.8%) to the future intersection
treatment based off of total westbound right turn trips at full build out.
• The developer should pay a proportionate share of the corridor improvements for US
20/26 between Levi Lane and Tree Farm Way. ITD estimated the remaining corridor
improvements as $6,024,222. The developer should pay a proportionate share, $78,315
(1.3%) to the corridor improvements.
To ensure ITD’s requirements are met, staff recommends the City of Meridian include all of ITD’s
requirements as a part of their conditions of approval. If ITD’s requirements are not met, the
impact to ACHD’s system will increase.
The requirements should be completed prior to signature of the final plat. If these requirements
cannot be met, the applicant should be required to submit a revised development application and
updated TIS for review and action by ACHD.
2. Chinden Boulevard/Black Cat Road Intersection
As noted above, the Chinden Boulevard/Black Cat Road intersection does not currently operate
at an acceptable level of service. The applicant of the Lost Rapids Subdivision has executed the
STAR Agreement and the proposed improvements to Chinden Boulevard and the Chinden
Boulevard/Black Cat intersection will be constructed prior to the development’s construction. The
intersection will meet ACHD’s level of service planning thresholds under 2024 total traffic build
out conditions with these improvements. Since the STAR Agreement has been executed and the
Lost Rapids Subdivision applicant is proceeding with the intersection improvements, no
additional mitigation or improvements to the Black Cat Road/Chinden Boulevard intersection are
recommended with this development application.
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Furthermore, Black Cat Road/ Chinden Boulevard is listed in the CIP to be to be widened and
signalized between 2026 and 2030. Thus, consistent with District Policy for Alternative
Mitigation Measures, no additional mitigation measures should be required for this intersection.
3. Black Cat Road
a. Existing Conditions: Black Cat Road is improved with 3-travel lanes at the intersection with
Chinden Boulevard and 2-travel lanes with no curb, gutter or sidewalk abutting the site, except
for the 95-foot long segment of Black Cat Road just south of Tree Crest Drive where there is
vertical curb, gutter and detached 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk. There is 65 to 85-feet of right-
of-way for Black Cat Road (30 to 40-feet from centerline).
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 sidewalk 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.
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
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with curb, gutter and sidewalk; installation or reconstruction of pedestrian ramps; pavement
repairs; signs; traffic control devices; and other similar items.
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. This segment of Black Cat Road is designated in the
MSM as a Residential Collector with 2-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 36-foot street section
within 50 to 70-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has proposed to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-
feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road abutting the site. The applicant has proposed to
improve Black Cat Road abutting the site north of proposed Waverton Drive as ½ of a 36-foot
wide residential collector street section with pavement widening, vertical curb, gutter, an 8-foot
wide planter strip and 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk to match the existing
improvements to the north with right-of-way extending to 1-foot behind the back of sidewalk.
The applicant has proposed to improve Black Cat Road abutting the site south of proposed
Waverton Drive with pavement widening to 18-feet from centerline and a 5-foot wide detached
concrete sidewalk constructed on the east side of the existing 11-foot wide swale with right-of-
way extending to 1-foot behind the back edge of sidewalk.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations:
Black Cat Road – Chinden Boulevard to Waverton Drive: The Black Cat Road/US 20/26
intersection is listed in the CIP for improvements between 2026 and 2030 with the north leg
abutting the site widened to 5-lanes within 96-feet of right-of-way (48-feet from centerline).
The applicant has proposed to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-feet from the
centerline of the roadway abutting the site for Black Cat Road. To accommodate the future
intersection widening, the applicant should be required to dedicate additional right-of-way to
total 48-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road from Chinden Boulevard north 250-feet.
The applicant may taper the right-of-way to 37-feet from the centerline of the roadway for the
remainder of Black Cat Road, as proposed, as this meets District policy for collector right-of-
way requirements. Consistent with District policy, the applicant will receive compensation for
the right-of-way dedication 250-feet north of Chinden Boulevard as the intersection project is
listed in the CIP.
The applicant should be required to improve Black Cat Road at Waverton Drive with
pavement widening to total 23-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road, consistent with the
ACHD action for Fairbourne Subdivision to construct Black Cat Road as ½ of 46-foot collector
street section at Waverton Drive to accommodate a center turn lane. Staff does not
recommend the construction of curb and gutter on this section of Black Cat Road, as this area
is within the influence area of the Chinden Boulevard/Black Cat Road intersection and will be
completely built out as part of the intersection widening and signalization project.
The applicant should be required to construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk
located a minimum of 41-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road for the first 250-feet north
of Chinden Boulevard. The sidewalk should then taper to be located a minimum of 30-feet
from the centerline of Black Cat Road at Waverton Drive. If street trees are desired, an 8-foot
wide planter strip is required. The applicant may provide a permanent right-of-way easement
for detached sidewalks located outside of the dedicated right-of-way that extends from the
right-of-way line to 2-feet behind the back of sidewalk.
Black Cat Road – north of Waverton Drive abutting the site: From Waverton Drive,
improve Black Cat Road as ½ of a 46-foot wide collector street section with pavement
widening to total 23-feet from the centerline of the roadway, vertical curb, gutter, and 5-foot
wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum of 30-feet from the centerline of Black
Cat Road tapering to ½ of a 36-foot wide collector street section with pavement widening to
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18-feet, vertical curb, gutter, and a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum
of 26-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road to match the existing improvements to the
north abutting the site.
The applicant’s proposal to dedicate additional right-of-way to total 37-feet from the centerline
of Black Cat Road for this segment meets District policy and should be approved, as
proposed. For detached sidewalks located outside of dedicated right-of-way, the applicant
may provide a permanent right-of-way easement that extends from the right-of-way line to 2-
feet behind the back of sidewalk.
Consistent with the District policy for Minor Improvements, the applicant should be required to
replace any broken or deteriorated segments of pavement, curb, gutter and/or sidewalk
abutting the site on Black Cat Road.
4. Tree Crest Drive
a. Existing Conditions: Tree Crest Drive is improved with 2-travel lanes and vertical curb, gutter,
bike lanes, and a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk abutting the site. There is 60-feet of
right-of-way for Tree Crest Drive (30-feet from centerline).
b. Policy:
Black Cat Road Improvements
5-lane section =
3-lane section =
2-lane section =
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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 sidewalk 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.
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.
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. This segment of Tree Crest Drive is designated in the
MSM as a Residential Collector with 2-lanes and on-street bike lanes, a 36-foot street section
within 50 to 70-feet of right-of-way.
c. Applicant Proposal: The applicant has not proposed any improvements to Tree Crest Drive
abutting the site.
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d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: Tree Crest Drive is already improved with 2-travel
lanes, vertical curb, gutter, bike lanes and detached 5-foot sidewalk within 60-feet of right-of-
way abutting the site consistent with the MSM. Therefore, staff recommends no further
improvements to Tree Crest Drive abutting the site with this development application.
Consistent with the District policy for Minor Improvements, the applicant should be required to
replace any broken or deteriorated segments of pavement, curb, gutter and/or sidewalk
abutting the site on Tree Crest Drive.
5. Driveways/Private Roads - Black Cat Road/Tree Crest Drive
a. Existing Conditions: There is an existing 20-foot wide unpaved driveway onto Black Cat Road
located 260-feet north of Chinden Boulevard.
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.
Private Road Policy: District policy 7212.1 states that the lead land use agencies in Ada
County establish the requirements for private streets. The District retains authority and will
review the proposed intersection of a private and public street for compliance with District
intersection policies and standards. The private road should have the following requirements:
• Designed to discourage through traffic between two public streets,
• Graded to drain away from the public street intersection, and
• If a private road is gated, the gate or keypad (if applicable) shall be located a minimum of
50-feet from the near edge of the intersection and a turnaround shall be provided.
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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 close the existing 20-foot wide driveway
located 260-feet north of Chinden Boulevard with sidewalk to match improvements on either
side.
The applicant has also proposed to construct a 25-foot wide paved, right-in/right-out only curb
return type private drive onto Black Cat Road located 330-feet north of Chinden Boulevard. The
applicant has also proposed to construct a 45-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive
onto Black Cat Road located 650-feet north of Chinden Boulevard to align centerline to
centerline with Waverton Drive to the west that is proposed to be constructed with Fairbourne
Subdivision. The applicant has proposed to construct a landscape island outside of the right-of-
way.
The applicant has proposed to construct a 30-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive
onto Tree Crest Drive located 560-feet east of Black Cat Road.
d. Staff Comments/Recommendations: The applicant’s proposal meets District policy and
should be approved, as proposed. Consistent with District policy, the applicant should be
required to restrict the private road access onto Black Cat Road located 330-feet north of
Chinden Boulevard to right-in/right-out only with the installation of a 6” raised concrete median
with the appropriate reflectors. The median should begin at Chinden Boulevard and extend 75-
feet north beyond the driveway.
If the City of Meridian approves the private roads, the applicant shall be required to pave the
private roadway its full width and at least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of
all public streets and install pavement tapers with 15-foot curb radii abutting the existing
roadway edge. If private roads are not approved by the City of Meridian, the applicant will be
required to revise and resubmit the preliminary plat to provide public standard local streets in
these locations.
Street name and stop signs are required for the private roads. The signs may be ordered
through the District. Verification of the correct, approved name of the road is required.
ACHD does not make any assurances that the private roads, which is a part of this application,
will be accepted as a public road if such a request is made in the future. Substantial redesign
and reconstruction costs may be necessary in order to qualify this road for public ownership
and maintenance.
The following requirements must be met if the applicant wishes to dedicate the roadway to
ACHD:
• Dedicate a minimum of 47-feet of right-of-way for the road.
• Construct the roadway to the minimum ACHD requirements.
• Construct a stub street to the surrounding parcels.
6. 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.
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7. 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.
8. Other Access
Black Cat Road and Tree Crest Drive are classified as a collector roadways. Other than the access
specifically approved with this application, direct lot access is prohibited to these roadways and
should be noted on the final plat.
D. Site Specific Conditions of Approval
1. If the requirements from ITD are not met as outlined in Findings for Consideration 1, then the
impact to ACHD’s system will increase. The requirements shall be completed prior to signature
on the final plat. If the requirements cannot be met, the applicant shall be required to submit a
revised development application and updated TIS for review and action by ACHD.
2. Dedicate additional right-of-way to total a minimum 48-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road
abutting the site from Chinden Boulevard north 250-feet and then taper to 37-feet of right-of-way
from the centerline of Black Cat Road, as proposed. Compensation will be provided for the right-of-
way dedication 250-feet north of Chinden Boulevard.
3. Construct a 5-foot wide detached concrete sidewalk on Black Cat Road located a minimum of 41-
feet from the centerline for the first 250-feet north of Chinden Boulevard. The sidewalk should
then taper to be located a minimum of 30-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road approaching
Waverton Drive. For detached sidewalks located outside of the dedicated right-of-way, the
applicant may provide a permanent right-of-way easement.
4. Improve Black Cat Road from Chinden Boulevard to Waverton Drive abutting the site as ½ 46-foot
wide collector street section with pavement widening to 23-feet from the centerline of the roadway
to align with the construction of Black Cat Road as ½ of a 46-foot wide collector street section with
Fairbourne Subdivision to the west. Curb and gutter are not required on this segment of Black
Cat road.
5. Improve Black Cat Road north of Waverton Drive as ½ of a 46-foot wide collector street section
with pavement widening to 23-feet from the centerline of the roadway, vertical curb, gutter, and 5-
foot wide detached concrete sidewalk located a minimum of 30-feet from the centerline of Black
Cat Road tapering to ½ of a 36-foot wide collector street section with pavement widening to 18-
feet from the centerline of the roadway, vertical curb, gutter, and a 5-foot wide detached concrete
sidewalk located a minimum of 26-feet from the centerline of Black Cat Road abutting the site to
match the existing improvements to the north abutting the site. The taper from a 46-foot wide
collector street section to a 36-foot wide collector street section should align with the taper
constructed on the west side of Black Cat Road with Fairbourne Subdivision. For detached
sidewalks located outside of the dedicated right-of-way, the applicant may provide a permanent
right-of-way easement.
6. Consistent with the District policy for Minor Improvements, the applicant should be required to
replace any broken or deteriorated segments of pavement, curb, gutter and/or sidewalk abutting
the site on Tree Crest Drive and Black Cat Road.
7. Construct a 30-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive onto Tree Crest Drive 560-feet east
of Black Cat Road, as proposed.
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8. Construct a 45-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive onto Black Cat Road 650-feet north
of Chinden Boulevard to align centerline to centerline with Waverton Drive that is proposed to be
constructed with the Fairbourne Subdivision to the west, as proposed. If a landscape island is
proposed, it shall be located outside of the right-of-way.
9. Construct a 25-foot wide paved, curb return type private drive onto Black Cat Road 330-feet north
of Chinden Boulevard, as proposed.
10. Install a 6” raised median on Black Cat Road starting at Chinden Boulevard and extend it north
75-feet beyond the southern private drive onto Black Cat Road located 330-feet north of Chinden
Boulevard to restrict access to right-in/right-out only.
11. Street name and stop signs are required for the private roads. The signs may be ordered through
the District. Verification of the correct, approved name of the road is required.
12. Close the existing 20-foot wide driveway located 260-feet north of Chinden Boulevard with sidewalk
to match improvements on either side, as proposed.
13. Other than the access specifically approved with this application, direct lot access to Black Cat
Road and Tree Crest Drive is prohibited to these roadways and should be noted on the final plat.
14. Submit civil plans to ACHD Development Services for review and approval. The impact fee
assessment will not be released until the civil plans are approved by ACHD.
15. Payment of impact fees is due prior to issuance of a building permit.
16. 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.
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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.
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. TIS Executive Summary
4. Utility Coordinating Council
5. Development Process Checklist
6. Request for Reconsideration Guidelines OR Appeal Guidelines
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VICINITY MAP
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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.
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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. Impac t 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.
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Request for Appeal of Staff Decision
1. Appeal of Staff Decision: The Commission shall hear and decide appeals by an applicant of
the final decision made by the Development Services Manager when it is alleged that the
Development Services Manager did not properly apply this section 7101.6, did not consider all of
the relevant facts presented, made an error of fact or law, abused discretion or acted arbitrarily
and capriciously in the interpretation or enforcement of the ACHD Policy Manual.
a. Filing Fee: The Commission may, from time to time, set reasonable fees to be char ged
the applicant for the processing of appeals, to cover administrative costs.
b. Initiation: An appeal is initiated by the filing of a written notice of appeal with the Secretary
and Clerk of the District, which must be filed within ten (10) working days from the date of
the decision that is the subject of the appeal. The notice of appeal shall refer to the
decision being appealed, identify the appellant by name, address and telephone number
and state the grounds for the appeal. The grounds shall include a written summary of the
provisions of the policy relevant to the appeal and/or the facts and law relied upon and
shall include a written argument in support of the appeal. The Commission shall not
consider a notice of appeal that does not comply with the provisions of this subsection.
c. Time to Reply: The Development Services Manager shall have ten (10) working days
from the date of the filing of the notice of appeal to reply to the notice of the appeal, and
may during such time meet with the appellant to discuss the matter, and may also consider
and/or modify the decision that is being appealed. A copy of the reply and any
modifications to the decision being appealed will be provided to the appellant prior to the
Commission hearing on the appeal.
d. Notice of Hearing: Unless otherwise agreed to by the appellant, the hearing of the appeal
will be noticed and scheduled on the Commission agenda at a regular meeting to be held
within thirty (30) days following the delivery to the appellant of the Development Services
Manager’s reply to the notice of appeal. A copy of the decision being appealed, the notice
of appeal and the reply shall be delivered to the Commission at least one (1) week prior
to the hearing.
e. Action by Commission: Following the hearing, the Commission shall either affirm or
reverse, in whole or part, or otherwise modify, amend or supplement the decision being
appealed, as such action is adequately supported by the law and evidence presented at
the hearing.
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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 m eeting 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.
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Item 6.
Eagle Rd Lake Hazel to Amity Draft Scope of Work
From: Brian McCarthy <BMcCarthy@achdidaho.org>
Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 5:44:14 PM
To: Matt Degen <Mdegen@achdidaho.org>; Kendall Kemmer <kkemmer@achdidaho.org>; Shawn Martin <smartin@achdidaho.org>; Nicholas Wheeler <NWheeler@achdidaho.org>; Brooke Green <Bgreen@achdidaho.org>; Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>; Scott Bennett <sbennett@achdidaho.org>; Christy Foltz-Ahlrichs <cahlrichs@achdidaho.org>; Travis Spiker <Tspiker@achdidaho.org>; Dennis Meredith <dmeredith@achdidaho.org>; Dave Serdar <DSerdar@achdidaho.org>; Chelsea Miller <Cmiller@achdidaho.org>; Christy Foltz-Ahlrichs <cahlrichs@achdidaho.org>; Caitlin Stevens <Cstevens@achdidaho.org>; Rachel Chipman <Rchipman@achdidaho.org>; Monica Lowe <mlowe@achdidaho.org>
Subject: Eagle Rd Lake Hazel to Amity Draft Scope of Work
Attached is the draft scope of work, budget (at the back of the pdf file), and project initiation form. This is a
new project programmed for design to occur in FY21. I intend to have the kick off meeting in
December. Project consists of widening Eagle Rd from Lake Hazel to Amity with improvements at the
intersection of Taconic and Eagle. Project scope statement initially has a multi roundabout assumed at this
intersection. You will notice the scope has traffic analysis at this intersection to look at roundabout/signal.
Please review and let me know if you have any comments. I went through it with Precision as he was putting
it together so I am confident there should be minimal comments. I know it is a quick turnaround, but if you
can get me comments back by end of day Monday November 30th it would be ideal. Reason being is I intend
to have the agreement signed by Commission at the December 9th meeting which means having it ready by
Thanksgiving. If we miss this date then we have to wait until January 6th and lose a month on schedule.
This project went through a formal RFQ which was just finished up last week. Precision Engineering was the
highest ranked consultant.
Thanks everyone! If you need more time or have any questions please give me a call or shoot me an email or
teams chat.
Brian McCarthy
Senior Project Manager
Ada County Highway District
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
Scope of Work | Schedule | Budget
Ada County Highway District Precision Engineering, LLC
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SCOPE OF WORK
Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
ACHD Project No. 521043
ACHD GIS No. RD216-04
November 19, 2020
Project Description
This project is currently programmed for right-of-way in FY 2022 and construction in FY 2023.
The proposed project improvements consist of reconstruction of Eagle Road from Lake Hazel
Road to Amity Road (approximately 4500 ft in length). The anticipated improvements will
consist of the following:
• The project will widen Eagle Road from two/three lanes to five lanes with curb and gutter
and multi-use pathway and / or elevated bikeway, (Level 3 bike facilities to be
determined as the design progresses). The existing pedestrian hybrid beacon at Eagle and
Taconic Dr will be removed and enhanced pedestrian crossings will be incorporated into
the intersection design (roundabout or signalized).
• Installation of a multilane roundabout at the intersection of Eagle Road and Taconic
Drive
• Install intersection lighting for the full extents of the project limits, continuous light will
not be required.
• Install fiber optic interconnect for the full extents of the project limits
• Infiltration and/or retention/detention facilities are anticipated to be designed to treat and
dispose of storm flows generated by the project improvements.
• Existing irrigation will be perpetuated with pipe crossings replaced to meet current
standards.
• Relocate existing school zone flashers at Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr as needed to
accommodate the widening of Eagle Road.
• It is assumed there are not mid-block pedestrian crossings to be installed within the
project limits and would be completed as a supplemental to this scope of work.
• A pavement life-cycle cost analysis will not be conducted. It is assumed the geotechnical
field work will consist of one to three borings in the existing roadway (depending on the
geotechnical data available from previous ACHD projects), two perc test and the
installation of two piezometers. It is assumed this project will also utilize the existing
geotechnical/materials reports completed for the adjoining design projects to the north
and south on Eagle Road. Reports to be provided by ACHD.
• An intersection traffic analysis will be completed as part of 30% design for the
intersection of Eagle Road and Taconic Dr (roundabout or signalized); but prior to
developing the 30% roadway and intersection design and displays, to ensure the 30%
design represents the approved intersection control. This scope of work assumed a
multilane roundabout will be designed if a traffic signal is selected as the performed
alternative it will be completed as a supplemental to this scope of work.
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• A storm water alternative analysis will be prepared as part of 30% design but prior to
developing the 30% roadway and intersection design and displays, to ensure the 30%
design represents the project team approved storm water alternative.
• The 30% design will confirm the currently constructed structure for Ten Mile Creek has
adequate width to construct the proposed roadway section. If it is determined the
structure will need to be modified, that task will be completed as a supplemental to this
scope of work by a Structural Engineer Subconsultant.
• ADA facilities will remain open during construction. Both traffic and pedestrian phasing
plans will be required in the plan set.
• The current posted speed limit on Eagle Road is 45 mph the proposed corridor speed
limit will be lowered to 40 MPH with the construction of this project.
• Scope of Work includes 20 utility potholes.
• It is assumed a 404 permit will be required for this project. This scope of work assumes a
total of two (2) ACHD reviews and revisions, additional review submittals and revisions
will be completed as a supplemental to this scope of work and will prepared in
conjunction with the intersection project 404 permitting.
• Public involvement will consist of 2 PIM's; after 30% and after 75%.
• Consultant will create crash history displays and compile comments into a matrix from
the PIM. The Consultant to include in the Scope of Work one-on-one meetings with
individual property owners. The Consultant will also create displays with aerials showing
the proposed improvements.
• In the interest of time, the 30% design submittal will be based on ACHD provided aerials
and GIS linework. The outcome of the meeting will be to ensure the direction of the
design meets the proposed purpose and need of the project before proceeding to 75%
design submittal.
• It is understood by all parties that if winter weather (snow) delays the field work required
to complete the topographic survey, the 99% design submittal date may need to be
extended and will be determined at a future date based on the extent of delay.
• This project will coordinate with the current Eagle Rd and Lake Hazel intersection in
house design project (319050).
• This project will also connect to the Eagle Rd and Amity Rd Roundabout expansion
project awarded to Central Paving Company (320036); and is slated to begin construction
November 2020. It is anticipated that additional topo and minor modification maybe
necessary to adjust the design to match the as constructed roadway horizontal and vertical
elements once the roundabout is constructed. The level of effort is unknow at this time
and will be determined as the construction progresses. Additional work to modify the
Eagle Road design due to as constructed will be completed as a supplemental to this
scope of work based on the degree of changes.
• It is assumed ACHD will make available all design files associated with projects 319050
and 320036 to Precision for use in matching the north and south project limits.
• This scope of work assumes the central island landscape and pressure irrigation design
will be completed by others (City of Meridian, Neighborhood Association, etc).
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Precision Engineering, LLC, herein called the Consultant, will design the project and supply
documentation in accordance with this scope of work, the current version of the ISPWC
specifications with the current ISPWC updates as amended by ACHD adopted supplements,
including the ACHD Supplemental Traffic Provisions.
Precision will be responsible for Project Management, roadway and intersection design,
preparation of plans, specifications, and estimate for traffic signal design including ITS
components, intersection lighting, intersection traffic analysis and geometrics, all project signing
and striping, advanced traffic control and traffic control phasing plans.
Civil Survey Consultants, Inc (CSC), herein called the Subconsultant, will be responsible for
completing the Survey tasks under Section 3.0, hydraulic analysis, preparing the SWPPP, 404
Permitting and all storm drain and gravity irrigation components of the project.
Terracon herein called the Subconsultant, will lead all geotechnical components of the project as
outlined under Section 4.2.
TAG Historic Research herein called the Subconsultant, will lead all cultural research
components of the project as outlined under Section 4.5.
L2 Data Collections herein called the Subconsultant, will lead the intersection traffic counts
(two-day 24 hour and AM / PM peak hour counts) as outlined under Section 4.4.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SCOPE OF WORK ....................................................................... 1
Definitions and Acronyms .......................................................... 4
Implied Terms .............................................................................. 5
Coordination of Scope of Work ................................................. 5
1.0 GENERAL PROVISIONS ..................................................... 6
1.1 Progress Meetings ........................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Project Administration .................................................................................................... 6
1.3 ACHD Standards ............................................................................................................ 7
2.0 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT ...................................................... 7
2.1 Outreach .......................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Public Meetings .............................................................................................................. 8
3.0 LOCATION SURVEYING AND MAPPING ........................... 9
3.1 Existing Surface DTM .................................................................................................. 10
4.0 30% DESIGN ...................................................................... 11
4.1 Concept Intersection and Roadway Design .................................................................. 11
4.2 Geotechnical Investigation ............................................................................................ 11
4.3 Hydraulic/Stormwater Design ...................................................................................... 14
4.4 Traffic (Intersection of Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr) ....................................................... 15
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4.5 Environmental Evaluation ............................................................................................ 16
4.6 30% Design Submittal .................................................................................................. 17
4.7 30% Review Meeting (Working Meeting) ................................................................... 18
5.0 75% DESIGN ...................................................................... 18
5.1 75% Intersection and Roadway Design ........................................................................ 18
5.2 75% Hydraulic / Stormwater Design ............................................................................ 19
5.3 75% Gravity Irrigation .................................................................................................. 19
5.4 75% Traffic Signal Design (RRFBs at Roundabout) .................................................... 19
5.5 75% Intersection Lighting and Interconnect Design .................................................... 19
5.6 75% Signing and Pavement Markings .......................................................................... 19
5.7 75% Temporary Traffic Control ................................................................................... 19
5.8 75% Pedestrian Detour Plan ......................................................................................... 19
5.9 75% Right-of-Way ........................................................................................................ 19
5.10 75% Utility Coordination .............................................................................................. 19
5.11 Utility Potholing............................................................................................................ 20
5.12 75% Quantities and Construction Cost Estimate .......................................................... 20
5.13 75% Design Submittal .................................................................................................. 20
5.14 75% Review Meeting .................................................................................................... 21
6.0 95% DESIGN ...................................................................... 22
6.1 Intersection and Roadway Design ................................................................................ 22
6.2 95% Design Submittal .................................................................................................. 22
6.3 95% Review Meeting .................................................................................................... 24
7.0 99% DESIGN ...................................................................... 24
7.1 Finalize Plans for Right of Way Acquisition ................................................................ 24
8.0 100% BID DOCUMENTS .................................................... 25
9.0 CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING ..................................... 26
General
Consistent with professional standard of care, Consultant shall provide management,
coordination and direction to project team and sub-consultants to complete project deliverables
on time and within budget.
Definitions and Acronyms
404 Permit – Section 404 of the Clean Water Act which addresses permits for dredged or fill
material in Waters of the US, administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
AASHTO – American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
ACHD – Ada County Highway District
ADT – Average Daily Traffic count
Agreement Administrator – The ACHD Project manager is responsible for administering the
contract and overseeing the design.
CAC – Community Advisory Committee
CAD – Computer Aided Design
COMPASS – Community Planning Association of SW Idaho
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CPM – Critical Path Method
CSS – Context Sensitive Solutions
FHWA – Federal Highway Administration
EPA – Environmental Protection Agency
GIS – Geographic Information System
GSI – Green Stormwater Infrastructure
Holidays – ACHD recognized holidays occur on: New Year’s Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial
Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after
Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
ITD - Idaho Transportation Department
Man-Hour – Hour(s) of time required for an individual to complete an itemized task designated
by the project scope of work. Personnel functions shall be rounded up to the nearest Man-Hour.
MOU – Memorandum of Understanding
NEPA – National Environmental Policy Act
PIM – Public Involvement Meeting
PMG – Project Management Guide
PSA – Professional Service Agreement, or Professional Agreement. This is a written agreement
or contract between ACHD and the Prime Consultant
Prime Consultant – The firm contracting with ACHD, for the performance of work prescribed
in the contract.
Project Manager – (Also abbreviated as “PM”). The ACHD point of contact for the project.
ROW – Right of Way
SHPO – State Historic Preservation Office
Study Area – The expanded area of influence generated by the project area.
Sub-Consultant – Who the prime Consultant sublets part(s) of the design contract.
SOW – Scope of Work
SWPPP – Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
Implied Terms
In order to avoid confusing repetition of expressions in this Scope of Work, it is provided that
whenever anything is to be required, directed, specified, authorized, furnished, given, designated,
permitted, reserved, approved, disapproved, accepted, or rejected, it shall be understood as if the
expression were followed by the words “by the Project Manager” or ”to the Project Manager”
Whenever anything is to be performed, designed, computed, calculated, analyzed, determined,
evaluated, surveyed, obtained, established, contacted, estimated, investigated, prepared,
developed, delivered, collected, and/or recorded, it shall be understood as if the expression were
followed by the words “by the Consultant (either prime or sub)” or ”to the Consultant (either
prime or sub).”
Coordination of Scope of Work
The Scope of Work and Professional Services Agreement are essential parts of the project, and a
requirement occurring in one is as binding as though occurring in all. They are intended to be
complementary and to describe and provide for a complete package.
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Checkpoints or milestones have been established at various stages that require approval of
specific project information. These checkpoints are:
Assuming an NTP of December 10, 2020 for the following submittal dates:
30% Design Review Submitted on March 5, 2021
50% Design Review Not Required
75% Design Review Submitted on June 11, 2021
95% Design Review Submitted on August 20, 2021
99% Design (Right of Way Plans) Submitted on September 30, 2021
100% Bid Documents
1.0 GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1 Progress Meetings
Products and Deliverables
• Kick-Off Meeting
• Milestones Meetings and Agendas
• Draft Meeting Minutes/Summary
• Final Meeting Minutes/Summary
ACHD Responsibilities
• Schedule and provide facility for progress meetings
• Review and approve summary and action items
Assumptions
• The project is expected to be (10) months in duration
• Four (4) meetings are assumed and additional meetings must be approved by ACHD
• ACHD will review and approve summary within one week
• Action items will be completed by due date
1.2 Project Administration
Products and Deliverables
• Time-scaled logic diagram (Gantt Chart), updated monthly and submitted with monthly
invoicing
• Monthly Project Status Report (updated monthly and included with invoice)
• Earned Value Report
• Invoice (PDF emailed to invoices@achdidaho.org) which includes a table on the first
page dividing total invoice amount into project sub-numbers based on these percentages:
o 521043.001 – Roadway – 70%
o 521043.002 – Intersection – 30%
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ACHD Responsibilities
• Review and approve Schedule, Invoice and Monthly Project Status Report
1.3 ACHD Standards
All projects shall follow the ACHD Policy Manual. Refer to section 3004 ROADWAY
DESIGN STANDARDS. Where both minimum and desirable values are provided, every
reasonable effort shall be made to achieve the desirable standards. Any design exception must be
approved by ACHD in writing. The roadway widths adopted by ACHD and identified on the
Master Street Map shall serve as the basis for beginning evaluation. If the proposed width or
other standard is less than ACHD standards, it must be documented, justified, and approved by
ACHD.
Additionally, the following standards shall be used:
• ACHD Livable Street Design Guide
• Ada County Master Streets Map
• ACHD Complete Streets Policy
• AASHTO Guide for Flexibility in Highway Design
• Roundabout Application Guidelines for Ada County
• ACHD CAD Standards
• Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Guidance Manual
• Stormwater Management Pond Revegetation Guidance Manual
2.0 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
2.1 Outreach
Products and Deliverables
• Design-Owner contact meetings and notes
• Identify community groups and key stakeholders
• Define Community Advisory Committee role and responsibilities
• Technical or special topic meetings
• Exhibits for webpage, newsletters, and post cards
o Webpage exhibits must be ADA compliant for viewing online
• Meeting materials, presentation, handouts, boards, and other meeting materials as needed
• Agendas for all meetings
• Draft meeting minutes/summary from all meetings
• Final meeting minutes/summary from all meetings
ACHD Responsibilities
• Zero (0) CAC meetings are assumed for costing purposes.
• ACHD will be responsible for costs associated with the rental of meeting rooms, tables,
chairs, and any refreshments.
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• ACHD will be responsible for printing and postage of notification materials and follow-
up letters.
Assumptions
• Two (2) contact meetings are assumed and may include multiple stakeholders
2.2 Public Meetings
Products and Deliverables
• Information as requested for Project Information Sheet
• Information as requested for Project “Commonly Asked Questions and Answers” for
Public Involvement Meetings (PIM)
• Preparation for meetings including pre-PIM
• Meeting materials (agenda, display boards, etc.)
o Any exhibits to be on project website must be ADA compliant for viewing online
• Plan view display board converted to 11”x17” PDF(s)
• Project presentation (Flash/Power Point)
• Set up and take down for meetings
• Meeting Summary including a summary of comments received/submitted
Assumptions
• Two (2) public meetings will be held. One meeting will be held at the 30% design level
and the second meeting will be held at the 75% design level
• ACHD project manager will attend public meetings
• ACHD will review and approve all meeting notification materials
• ACHD will provide the following meeting materials: Written boards, sign in sheets and
handouts
• ACHD will provide sandwich boards
• ACHD will recruit staff from ACHD to support public meetings
• ACHD will advertise meetings
• Two (2) Consultant representatives will attend the public meetings
• The public meetings are assumed to be three (3) hours long
• Two (2) consultant provided display boards and color roll plots of the project for the first
meeting at 30% completion. Two (2) consultant provided display boards and color roll
plots will be provided for the second meeting at 75% completion.
• ACHD will be responsible for securing the meeting facilities
• ACHD will be responsible for costs associated with the rental of meeting rooms, tables,
chairs, and any refreshments
• ACHD will be responsible for printing and postage of notification materials and follow-
up letters
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3.0 LOCATION SURVEYING AND MAPPING
Products and Deliverables
• Right of Entry letters prepared and delivered to ACHD for review and approval. After
ACHD approval, the letters shall be delivered to the property owners by the consultant at
least 5 days before survey activities begin.
• Request for Title Reports (include parcel number and name of owner)
• Existing right-of-way and property ownership base map (including all private and utility
easements)
• Topography map and survey data for the project
• Coordinates for all survey data including topographic data, right-of-way data,
monuments, control points set and found, benchmarks, and all mapping shall be provided
to ACHD on the Ada County GIS Coordinate System which is a modified state plane
projection unique from standard Idaho State Plane Coordinate.
• Calibration points shall be set outside of the construction limits to form a box around the
length and width of the project. Four (4) calibration points shall be set for projects under
2,000 linear feet, two before the beginning of construction and two past the end of
construction. On projects over 2,000 feet, an additional two monuments will be set near
the middle of the project (outside the construction limits). Intersection projects will
require placement of five (5) calibration points. One at the limits of each intersection leg
and one near the center of the intersecting roadways. The calibration points shall be a
minimum of a ½ inch rebar with control cap. The monuments must have Ada County GIS
coordinates and the elevation shown for each monument. Elevation shall be based on the
North American Vertical Datum (NAVD) 88.
• Temporary Benchmarks (TBM’s) shall be set at intervals of approximately 500 feet. The
TBM’s shall be established in locations which minimize disturbance during construction
and must be easily accessible to the contractor and/or surveyor. Monuments within the
roadway, i.e. Centerline monuments, and intersection monuments as well as chiseled “X”
in curbs which will be destroyed during construction shall not be used as TBM’s.
• Aerial Mapping and Photography will be provided by ACHD
• Digital terrain model of existing ground (by Precision based off CSC topo)
• Request to ACHD for utility locates
• Topographic mapping and contour base map sufficient for the design of roadway
improvements
• Base Map of Existing Utilities (created from maps provided by utility companies and
Digline information)
• Survey 20 pothole locations
• Right of way/appraisal staking – to include staking of existing right of way lines,
proposed right of way acquisitions and all easements including temporary easements.
Lines shall be staked according to ACHD survey standards:
o Existing Right of Way – Red flagging or paint
o Proposed Right of Way – Orange flagging or paint
o Permanent Easement – Yellow flagging or paint
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o Temporary Easement – Blue flagging or paint
ACHD Responsibilities
• Review, approve, sign, and deliver the right of entry letter back to the consultant.
• Supply Title Reports within 60 days of request via ACHD’s PWA site
• Provide utility facility maps to Consultants and transmit design review drawings to
municipalities, utility companies, and irrigation districts
• Provide title reports upon request
Assumptions
• The roadway and right-of-way mapping limits consist of a corridor approximately 110-
feet wide, centered on the section line from end point of the splitter island of roundabout
at Amity Rd to approximately 600-ft north of Lake Hazel Road (approximately 4,500-ft).
Additional survey width may be required to identify property features (i.e. fence lines)
along project corridor. Features will be surveyed beyond the fence lines where feasible
and relevant to the project and will be included in right of entry letters. Topographic
survey for driveways will go back 100 feet or to the garage door, whichever occurs first.
• East and west on Taconic Dr approximate 500-ft in both directions beyond the existing
curb returns. Survey limits in this area will consist of a corridor approximately 100-feet
wide, centered on the roadway centerline.
• All survey data including found and set monuments shall be converted to the Ada County
GIS Coordinate System which is a modified state plane projection unique from standard
Idaho State Plane Coordinate. All mapping provided to ACHD shall be on the Ada
County GIS Coordinate System. A list of physical monuments with the corresponding
Ada County GIS coordinates is available at https://adacounty.id.gov/Development-
Services/Surveying-Division/GPS-Control.
o The feature location surveys for determination of x,y,z coordinate values, shall
comply with FGDC Geospatial Positioning Accuracy Standards, Part 4: Standards
for Architecture, Engineering, Construction (A/E/C), and Facility Management.
• This scope of work assumes 21 parcels may have right-of-way impacts and require legal
descriptions.
• All original field notes and computer files shall become the property of ACHD
• This scope of work does not include setting property pins or monuments.
• No paper copies of the base map will be provided.
3.1 Existing Surface DTM
Consultant will develop the existing surface 3D model. The surface will be developed utilizing
the survey points and break lines provided by survey Subconsultant.
Products and Deliverables
• Develop the existing 3D surface model
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4.0 30% DESIGN
The minimum information required on a 30% design review plans shall show existing
facilities/features (including utilities) and location and general design features of planned
facilities including existing and proposed right of way. This includes but is not limited to line
and grade and other related items that will affect project design. These plans should be 30%
complete at minimum.
4.1 Concept Intersection and Roadway Design
Design conceptual roadway geometry for the proposed improvements. Consultant will prepare
roll plots of the concept design with typical sections showing lane widths for approval by
ACHD. Consultant will prepare one (1) alternative for Eagle Rd center about the section line and
the preferred intersection alternative for Eagle Rd and Taconic D. Roll plots will identify concept
level right-of-way impacts, utility impacts, and other design constraints associated with each
alternative. Consultant will attend a review meeting with ACHD to discuss the alignment
alternatives and make minor modifications to incorporate review comments.
Products and Deliverables
• Plan view exhibits of Conceptual Intersection and Roadway Alternative
ACHD Responsibilities
• Transmitting plan sets to project team.
• Perform internal review of all deliverables
Assumptions
• Preparing additional alignment and typical section alternatives beyond this scope of work
will be completed as additional services or under a supplemental agreement.
4.2 Geotechnical Investigation
The geotechnical engineering services for this project will be performed by Terracon
(Subconsultant) and will include explorations for the proposed roadway and stormwater
management improvements.
We understand the project proposes to widen Eagle Road from 2 lanes to 5 lanes. We
understand that the flexible pavement section will be developed for this project.
Field Exploration
In general, the field exploration will consist of soil borings for pavement design, piezometer
installation and infiltration rate tests. The subsurface exploration will consist of the following
items:
• Two boring will be drilled to a depth of approximately 17½ feet below the existing
ground surface for installation of piezometers to allow for measurement of groundwater
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levels. The piezometers will be protected with a locking cap and a flush-mounted cover.
For this project, groundwater measurements from the piezometers will occur twice
monthly during the irrigation season, from about mid-April until the end of June 2021.
We assume CSC staff will obtain these groundwater measurements and provide the
results to the project team.
• Due to existing improvements along Eagle Road and the presence of utilities, we assume
space for infiltration testing within ACHD right of way and out of traffic lanes will be
limited. As a result, we propose to perform falling head infiltration rate tests in soil
borings. The project team will assist in determining the preliminary locations and the
depths of the percolation tests. Once possible locations of stormwater management
facilities have been identified, two borings will be drilled to a maximum depth of about
10 feet below the existing ground surface for these infiltration rate tests. These tests will
be performed within a 5-inch diameter solid pipe placed in each borehole. A bentonite
seal will be placed within the annular space around the outside of each pipe. This
borehole infiltration test method is not included among the approved methods listed in
Appendix B of Section 8200 of the ACHD Policy Manual. However, this test method
does allow the test to be performed within a limited space and with less ground
disturbance. After conceptual development of the stormwater management improvements
is complete and the actual facility types, locations, and depths are known, if a test method
described in Appendix B of Section 8200 of the ACHD Policy Manual is required, the
Subconsultant will prepare a supplemental scope of work and cost estimate for
performing those tests.
• As part of a previous ACHD projects, borings within Eagle Road have been completed.
Data from these previous borings will be used for development of the pavement sections
for the current project. A total of 1 to 3 borings will be drilled to provide additional
subsurface information for pavement design for the project. The actual number of borings
will depend on the existing geotechnical data provided by ACHD. The boring(s) will be
drilled to a depth of about 5 feet below the existing ground surface.
A ‘no-fee’ permit will be obtained from ACHD prior to working in the right-of-way. A traffic
control subcontractor will provide traffic control during drilling, piezometer installation, and
infiltration rate testing, as necessary. All borings will be backfilled in accordance with Idaho
Department of Water Resources requirements.
Appropriate utility clearance will be requested from DigLine prior to the exploration. Our
services do not include determining the locations of underground utilities beyond contacting the
“one-call” locate service, DigLine. If there are other utilities not located by DigLine, a utility
locate specialty contractor will need to be obtained to locate these utilities. A supplemental scope
of work and cost estimate will be prepared for this service. We are not responsible for damage to
unmarked utilities. It is assumed irrigation and stormwater pipes and structures will not be marked
by DigLine locators. We understand ACHD has GIS information regarding the approximate
locations of these features. We request ACHD provide that information to the project team prior to
drilling.
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Borings will be logged by a field engineer/geologist and samples will be obtained as the drilling
progresses. Preliminary boring locations will be recorded using a recreational grade handheld
GPS. We will also mark the boring locations so that the project surveyor can record the
locations and elevations of the borings after drilling. We assume the field services described
above will be completed during two mobilizations, with the infiltration test borings being drilled
sometime after completion of the piezometers.
Accessing the boring locations outside the existing paved area will cause rutting and other
disturbance to the existing ground surface and vegetation, particularly borings within existing
landscaped areas. Restoration of this disturbance, beyond backfilling the bore holes, is not
included in our scope of services. If private landscaped sod or sprinklers are damaged during
drilling the damaged items will be repaired.
Laboratory Testing
Laboratory testing will be conducted on representative soil samples obtained from the field
exploration, and may include: moisture content, gradation, Atterberg limits, R-value, and
moisture density relationship. The actual tests performed will depend on the soil conditions
encountered.
Geotechnical Engineering Analysis and Report
Field and lab data from the field explorations will be reduced and analyzed for reporting
purposes. Terracon will design a flexible pavement section using ACHD design procedures for
the proposed reconstruction and the roundabout at Taconic Drive. A flexible pavement section
alternative that includes geogrid will also be prepared. The boring logs, laboratory test results,
infiltration test results, and recommended pavement sections will be included in the geotechnical
engineering report.
A draft report will be submitted by Terracon for review by Precision Engineering and ACHD.
After all reviews of the draft document are complete, we will discuss comments generated from
the reviews with the project team. We will incorporate these comments, as appropriate, and
submit a final version of the report. We will prepare a comment response sheet to document
actions taken on comments received. This scope of work does not include additional revisions to
the report or review iterations.
Design Review
Subconsultant will review the portions of the 75% Design Submittal that relate to the performed
geotechnical services for the Eagle Road widening. Comments of this review will be presented
in a letter.
Meetings
Our budget does not include attending project meetings.
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Products and Deliverables
• Draft and final Geotechnical Engineering Reports including boring logs, a boring location
plan, results of laboratory tests, recommendations for flexible pavement materials and
thicknesses using ACHD design procedures and ISPWC specifications.
• If an infiltration test method listed in Appendix B of Section 8200 of the ACHD Policy
Manual is required, a supplemental scope of work and cost estimate will be prepared after
the actual facility types, locations, and depths are known.
• Letter with comments from Subconsultant’s review of the 75% Design Submittal.
ACHD Responsibilities
• Supply flexible ESALs or sufficient traffic information for Subconsultant to estimate
ESALs for design of the project pavements.
• Waive fee for the Temporary Highway Use Permit.
• Obtain property access permission from landowners, if required.
• Provide available GIS information regarding the location of stormwater pipes and
irrigation features in ACHD right-of-way within the project area.
Assumptions
• The proposed field explorations include a total of 1 to 3 roadway soil borings (depending
on the existing geotechnical data to be provided by ACHD), 2 piezometer borings, and 2
infiltration rate test borings.
• Boring locations will be accessible with a truck-mounted drill rig.
• Property access permission, if required, will be obtained by ACHD.
• Drilling will be performed during the daylight hours of 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• After completion of drilling, the boring locations will be surveyed by others on the
project team.
• ITD Materials Report formats are not required for this project.
• Signal pole mast-arm lengths will not exceed the those listed on ACHD’s Standard Signal
and CCTV Pole Foundation Detail, and geotechnical exploration and recommendations
will not be required for signal poles.
• A supplemental scope and cost estimate may be required for design level stormwater
management improvements.
• The scope of services does not include the abandonment of the piezometers.
• Existing pavements will be reconstructed. Rehabilitation of existing pavements is not
being considered for this project.
• Life-cycle cost analyses will not be performed for this project.
4.3 Hydraulic/Stormwater Design
All project designs must comply with the Clean Water Act, NPDES requirements and the
currently approved ACHD Section 8000 Stormwater policy and Section 8200 Stormwater
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Design Manual. All projects should use the GSI Guidance Manual to determine the feasibility of
GSI for the project area.
In an effort to determine the suitable stormwater treatment facility an alternative analysis will be
prepared of the possible stormwater treatment solutions. The approval solution will be selected
before beginning the 75% design.
Products and Deliverables
• Draft Stormwater Report (including Design Life, Cost Analysis)
• Final Stormwater Report
• Prepare stormwater alternative analysis memo
• Site visit with irrigation districts
ACHD Responsibilities
• Review and Comment
• Review and approve all contact with irrigation districts
Assumptions
• Detailed drawings will not be prepared
4.4 Traffic (Intersection of Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr)
This task consists of the traffic analysis to determine the intersection type and lane configuration.
Once ACHD determines the intersection improvements for the intersection of Eagle Road and
Taconic Drive.
A multi-lane roundabout is currently planned for this intersection. This traffic analysis will
analyze a roundabout and a conventional signalized intersection. The lane configuration of the
signalized intersection must be approved by ACHD before the final evaluation is done for the
draft Traffic Report.
Both the roundabout and conventional signalized intersection will be analyzed using forecasted
2043 design year traffic volumes using the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) Methodology. If
a multi-lane or dual-lane roundabout is unable to accommodate the 20-year forecasted traffic
volumes using the HCM Methodology, an evaluation will be done using Washington State
Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Roundabout Criteria. Consultant will analyze
intersection configurations for the design year of 2043. This analysis to be based on forecasts
from COMPASS’s official travel demand model, CIM 2.0, and the ACHD Master Street Map.
Peak hour turning movements will be developed using COMPASS AM and PM peak hour
forecasts, existing traffic counts, and expected future projected traffic numbers. Because the
morning and evening commute are highly directional in many areas in Ada County, an
evaluation of both AM and PM peak hours is recommended for a thorough analysis.
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L2 Data Collections will conduct two (2) day intersection counts, including 24-hour and am and
pm peak-hour turning movement counts at the intersection.
Forecasted traffic volumes, adjustments made by the screen line process and the growth rate to
be utilized shall be approved by ACHD management before traffic analysis evaluations are to
begin.
The Draft and Final Traffic Report will include the preferred lane configuration of the
roundabout if the roundabout is feasible. Results of another roundabout with a different lane
configuration may be included for comparison.
ACHD Responsibilities
• Review and approve forecasted traffic volumes and conventional signalized intersection
lane configuration
• Review Traffic Report
• Select intersection type and final lane configuration
Assumptions
• Roundabout capacity analysis will be conducted using the HCM Methodology, and
possibly WSDOT Roundabout Criteria.
• If WSDOT Roundabout Criteria is the approved alternative ACHD will approve a design
exception to be included in the traffic analysis report.
• COMPASS will provide 2040 daily and peak hour travel demand model forecasts
• Concept-level design of the intersection types and lane configurations is assumed to be
either a roundabout or conventional signalized intersection.
Deliverables
• Draft and Final Traffic Report
• Conceptual Level Intersection Display of the Preferred Alternative, including the
supporting documents (fastest path and truck turn displays and fastest path calculations)
• Conceptual Level Cost Estimate of the Preferred Alternative
4.5 Environmental Evaluation
Cultural Resources:
The cultural resources documentation to support the Construction General Permit (CGP) for this
project will be performed by TAG Historical Research & Consulting. (Subconsultant).
Step 1 – Determine if there will be ground-disturbance. The screening process is initiated if
ground-disturbance will occur with the project. If ground disturbance occurs, TAG Historical
Research and Consulting (TAG) will undertake Steps 2 and 3 as outlined in the EPA in
Appendix E –Historic Property Screen Process from the CGP.
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Step 2 – Identify prior surveys or evaluations conducted on the site.
This step consists of a literature review at Idaho State Historic Preservation (SHPO) offices to
identify previous investigations in the project area and, if needed, additional research in the
records of the Ada County Assessor records to determine construction dates for properties in the
project area. If properties over 50 years of age are identified during the county records search, a
reconnaissance-level survey will be undertaken to identify potentially eligible NRHP properties.
Evaluation of properties will also take into account the existing irrigation ditches including Ten
Mile Creek which is eligible to the NRHP.
Step 3 – Since a known NRHP eligible resources is located within the project area TAG will
prepare an Archaeological and Historic Resources Survey Report (AHSR) according to the
standards of the Idaho SHPO as revised December 2015. The AHSR identifies field methods
survey results and provides recommendations of project effects.
Products and Deliverables
• AHSR documenting findings (TAG)
ACHD Responsibilities
• Identify parcels which will be impacted by the installation of any storm water controls.
Assumptions
• An intensive level survey will be conducted to determine project effects to the NRHP
eligible Ten Mile Creek and other historic resources identified in the project area.
4.6 30% Design Submittal
This task includes performing an internal review of all deliverables and preparing the submittal
documents. The Consultant will deliver one paper and one PDF copy.
Products and Deliverables
• All deliverables will be uploaded to ACHD’s PWA site
o PWA File Folder: 13 30 Percent Design-CPD20/Design Submittal-CPD20.20
• Roll Plot of roadway and intersection design with typical section
• Preliminary Pavement Sections
• Request for design exceptions
• Hydraulic / Stormwater Report and Alternative Analysis
• Intersection Traffic Analysis Report
• Cultural/Historic AHSR
• 30% Cost Estimate
• 30% ROW Required Square Footage (ROW, TE, PE) in Excel
• PDFs of all deliverables
• All native files including CAD files (insert and bind all x-refs into one CAD file)
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ACHD Responsibilities
• Transmitting plan sets to project team.
• Perform internal review of all deliverables
Assumptions
• The engineer will adhere to the ISPWC item number process, as well as the Special
Provisions (SP), and ACHD’s Standard Special Provisions (SSP)
• Do not anticipate a need for design exceptions
• ITD color utility plans not required
• A formal Concept Design Report is not included in this Scope of Work
4.7 30% Review Meeting (Working Meeting)
The 30% Design Review Meeting will be a working meeting with the intent of having the project
team review and collaborate at the time of the meeting. The outcome of the meeting will be to
ensure the direction of the design meets the proposed purpose and need of the project before
proceeding to 75% design submittal.
Products and Deliverables
• Review Meeting Notes
ACHD Responsibilities
• Schedule and Host Meeting
Assumptions
• ACHD will complete the review within one (1) week of receiving the 30% Design
Submittal
• A plan in hand meeting is not required for this submittal
5.0 75% DESIGN
The minimum information required on a 75% design review plans shall show existing
facilities/features and location and general design features of planned facilities. This includes
but is not limited to line and grade and other related items that will affect project design. These
plans should be at 75% complete at minimum.
5.1 75% Intersection and Roadway Design
The minimum information required on 75% design review plans shall show existing facilities /
features and location and general design features of planned improvements.
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
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5.2 75% Hydraulic / Stormwater Design
The Subconsultant will determine preliminary sizes and show and label locations for all drainage
facilities (pipes, culverts, inlets, manholes, and water quality treatment and disposal facilities) on
plan and profile sheets.
5.3 75% Gravity Irrigation
The Subconsultant will layout and verify the size of the irrigation structures. The minimum
information required on the preliminary design review plans shall be complete enough to show
location and general design features of all existing and proposed irrigation facilities.
5.4 75% Traffic Signal Design (RRFBs at Roundabout)
The Consultant will design the initial layout of the traffic signals at the Eagle Road and Taconic
Drive intersection, plans will be drafted showing new signal poles, mast arms, and luminaires as
necessary for the proposed improvements.
5.5 75% Intersection Lighting and Interconnect Design
The Consultant will design the intersection street lighting within the project limits. Consultant
will design the interconnect improvements to perpetuate the existing system and coordinate with
ACHD Congestion Management on cable sizes for possible upgrades.
5.6 75% Signing and Pavement Markings
The Consultant will develop signing and pavement markings in accordance with MUTCD,
current ACHD standards and applicable state and local laws and ordinances.
5.7 75% Temporary Traffic Control
The Consultant will develop the advanced temporary traffic control plan. It is anticipated Eagle
Road will remain open during construction and a detour plan will not be developed in the scope
of work. Temporary Phasing plans will be prepared with 95%.
5.8 75% Pedestrian Detour Plan
The Consultant will develop the temporary pedestrian detour plan to address pedestrian routing
during construction.
5.9 75% Right-of-Way
The Consultant will develop right-of-way requirements using alignment geometry developed for
75% design that defines the limits of additional right-of-way requirements. Permanent and
temporary easements will be identified, when possible. Proposed ROW and easements will be
shown on plan and profile sheets, Separate ROW plans will not be prepared for the 75% design.
5.10 75% Utility Coordination
The Consultant shall include the existing facilities on the plans
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5.11 Utility Potholing
Subconsultant (Badger) will pothole throughout the corridor to identify the presence of
subsurface utilities at specific locations. The intent of this task is not to identify all utility
locations, the Contractor will still be responsible for locating all utilities during construction.
Potholing will be accomplished with a vacuum truck to minimize field impacts. This scope
includes up to 20 potholes. Utility locations will be marked in the field by Digline and pothole
locations will be based on the Digline locates. Consultant will coordinate pothole requirements
and locations with ACHD. Consultant will be available to provide additional potholing as
Additional Services.
Products and Deliverables
• Utility conflict evaluation
• Potholing. This scope of work assumes 20 potholes will be required. Additional
potholing will be provided as a supplemental service.
• Pothole location map – to be reviewed and approved by ACHD Utility Coordinator prior
to potholing commencing.
5.12 75% Quantities and Construction Cost Estimate
The Consultant will tabulate quantities and prepare the 75% construction cost estimate for the
project entered into B2W per ACHD User Guide. The ISPWC bid item description and number
format and ACHD’s Standard Special Provisions (SSPs) and Special Provisions (SPs) item
description and number format will be followed. If a viable item number/description cannot be
found, the Consultant will prepare a Special Provision Request or Modification Form and submit
to the ACHD Project Manager for approval. The cost estimates will be based on a combination
of the most current bid averages report available on ACHD’s website and engineering judgment.
5.13 75% Design Submittal
This task includes performing an internal review of all deliverables and preparing the submittal
documents. Deliverable shall be in PDF format.
ACHD Responsibilities
• Transmitting plan sets to irrigation districts, utility companies, and local agencies.
• Perform internal review of all deliverables
Products and Deliverables
• All deliverables will be uploaded to ACHD’s PWA site
o PWA File Folder: 14 75 Percent Design-CPD90/Preliminary Design Submittal-
CPD90.10
• Title Sheet
• Typical Sections (2 sheets)
• Removal and Utility Plans (6 sheets)
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
Scope of Work | Schedule | Budget
Ada County Highway District Precision Engineering, LLC
Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd November 19, 2020
ACHD Project No. 521043 | GIS No. RD216-04 Page 21 of 26
• Roadway Plan and Profile Sheets – Including stormwater/irrigation profiles and pothole
information (12 sheets)
o Include measurement on roadway plans from structure to new ROW line if less
than 20’
• Eagle and Taconic Roundabout and Splitter Island Curve Plans (2 sheets)
• Eagle and Taconic Roundabout and Splitter Island Curb Table (1 sheet)
• Eagle and Taconic Roundabout Grading Plan (2 sheets)
• Eagle and Taconic Roundabout Central Island Curb Profile (1 sheet)
• Stormwater and Irrigation Pipe Profile Sheets (4 sheets) – by CSC
o Including pond revegetation as outlined in the Stormwater Management Pond
Revegetation Guidance Manual
• Drainage and Irrigation Detail Sheets (2 sheets) – by CSC
• Signal Plans RRFBs at Roundabout( 2 sheets)
o Consult with Utility Coordinator regarding power supply
• Signal Interconnect Conduit & Intersection Lighting Plans (4 sheets)
o Consult with Utility Coordinator regarding power supply
• Signing and Striping Sheets (4 sheets)
• Advanced Construction Signing (1 sheet)
• Temporary Pedestrian Routing Plan (2 Sheets)
• 75% Cost Estimate on the ACHD Spreadsheet and uploaded into B2W per ACHD User
Guide
• 75% ROW Required Square Footage (ROW Fee, TE, PE) by Parcel (ROW Requirements
Table) – on plans and Excel
• PDF’s of all deliverables – PDF plans need to be to scale at 11”x17” (46 Sheets)
o No hard copies of any deliverable required
• All native files including One CAD File (insert and bind all x-refs into One CAD File)
Assumptions
• The engineer will adhere to the ISPWC item number process, as well as the Special
Provisions (SP), and ACHD’s Standard Special Provisions (SSP)
5.14 75% Review Meeting
ACHD will provide comments and the review plan sets to the Consultant prior to the meeting.
The Consultant shall compile comments on the Comment/Response Matrix and send draft to
Project Manager prior to the meeting. The Consultant will attend the 75% Design Review
meeting to discuss review comments. ACHD will make final decisions for conflicting review
comments. Consultant will complete the Comment/Response Matrix after the 75% Design
Review and submit to ACHD.
The Consultant will attend a plan-in-hand field review meeting and prepare notes summarizing
field review comments and decisions made.
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
Scope of Work | Schedule | Budget
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd November 19, 2020
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Products and Deliverables
• Review Meeting Minutes/Notes
• Maintain Comment/Response Matrix
• Plan-in-Hand Field Review Meeting Notes
ACHD Responsibilities
• Schedule and host Plan-in-Hand meeting
• Schedule and host Meeting
• Provide Comments – One (1) week prior to the meeting
Assumptions
• ACHD will complete the review within two (2) weeks of receiving the 75% Design
Submittal
• Assumed ITD Standard Utility Plans not required
6.0 95% DESIGN
6.1 Intersection and Roadway Design
The Consultant and Subconsultants will make modifications based on the 75% design review
comments and prepare the 95% design and miscellaneous details. To include: intersection and
roadway grading and details, stormwater and irrigation design and details, traffic signal,
illumination and ITS design and details, signing and striping, traffic control and construction
phasing details, SWPPP, special provision preparation, construction cost estimating and right-of-
way plans. Roadway cross sections at 50-ft intervals will be drafted and will include elevation
changes at each driveway.
6.2 95% Design Submittal
This task includes performing an internal review of all deliverables and preparing the submittal
documents. Deliverable shall be in PDF or electronic format. ACHD will be responsible for
transmitting plan sets to irrigation districts, utility companies, and local agencies.
Products and Deliverables
• All deliverables will be uploaded to ACHD’s PWA site
o PWA File Folder: 15 95 Percent Design-CPD50/Draft Final Design Submittal-
CPD50.10
• Title Sheet
• Typical Sections (2 sheets)
• Removal and Utility Plans (6 sheets)
• Roadway Plan and Profile Sheets – Including stormwater/irrigation profiles and pothole
information (12 sheets)
o Include measurement on roadway plans from structure to new ROW line if less
than 20’
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
Scope of Work | Schedule | Budget
Ada County Highway District Precision Engineering, LLC
Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd November 19, 2020
ACHD Project No. 521043 | GIS No. RD216-04 Page 23 of 26
• Roadway Detail Sheets (2 Sheets)
• Eagle and Taconic Roundabout and Splitter Island Curve Plans (2 sheets)
• Eagle and Taconic Roundabout and Splitter Island Curb Table (1 sheet)
• Eagle and Taconic Roundabout Grading Plan (2 sheets)
• Eagle and Taconic Roundabout Central Island Curb Profile (1 sheet)
• Stormwater and Irrigation Pipe Profile Sheets (4 sheets) – by CSC
o Including pond revegetation as outlined in the Stormwater Management Pond
Revegetation Guidance Manual
• Drainage and Irrigation Detail Sheets (2 sheets) – by CSC
• Signal Plans RRFBs at Roundabout (2 sheets)
o Consult with Utility Coordinator regarding power supply
• Signal Interconnect Conduit & Intersection Lighting Plans (4 sheets)
o Consult with Utility Coordinator regarding power supply
• Signing and Striping Sheets (4 sheets)
• Advanced Construction Signing (1 sheets)
• Temporary Traffic Control and Construction Phasing Plan (including bicycle and
pedestrian facilities) – (5 sheets)
• SWPPP (2 sheets) – by CSC
• Special Provisions
• 95% Cost Estimate entered into B2W per ACHD User Guide
• 95% Color ROW Plans (14 Sheets)
o Include measurement from structure to new ROW line if less than 20’
• 95% ROW Required Square Footage (ROW, TE, PE) by Parcel (ROW Requirements
Table) – on plans and Excel
• List on the plans, in table form, all monuments found within the project limits,
identifying Station and Offset from control line and monument type found (I.C. 55-1613).
– by CSC
• List on the plans, in table form, all calibration points, including northing, easting,
elevation and monument type.
• Show on the plan sheets, the locations of TBM’s and provide TBM information (Station,
Offset, Northing, Easting, Elevation and monument type).
• 95% Stormwater Report (including calculations & Runoff Reduction Feasibility Analysis
Documentation From as required) – by CSC
• 404 Joint Application for Permit – by CSC
• 75% design Plans and estimate with ACHD comments
• 75% Comment/Response Matrix
• PDFs of all deliverables – PDF plans need to be to scale at 11”x17” (53 Sheets)
o No hard copies of any deliverable required
• All native files including One CAD File (insert and bind all x-refs into One CAD File)
Assumptions
The engineer will adhere to the ISPWC item number process, as well as the Special Provisions
(SP), and ACHD’s Standard Special Provisions (SSP)
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
Scope of Work | Schedule | Budget
Ada County Highway District Precision Engineering, LLC
Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd November 19, 2020
ACHD Project No. 521043 | GIS No. RD216-04 Page 24 of 26
6.3 95% Review Meeting
Products and Deliverables
• Review Meeting Minutes/Notes
• Maintain Comment/Response Matrix
ACHD Responsibilities
• Schedule and host Meeting
• Provide Comments – One (1) week prior to the meeting
Assumptions
• ACHD will complete the review within two (2) weeks of receiving the 95% Design
Submittal
7.0 99% DESIGN
The Consultant will incorporate comments from the 95% Design review meeting into the 99%
Design submittal documents and perform an internal review. The plans will be finalized for
Right ofWay acquisition and legal descriptions and accompanying sketches will be prepared.
The Consultant will provide support during Right of Way acquisition and make changes to
construction and right of way plans as requested by ACHD Project Manager.
7.1 Finalize Plans for Right of Way Acquisition
Products and Deliverables
• All deliverables will be uploaded to ACHD’s PWA site
o PWA File Folder: 16 99 Percent Designl-CPD65
• 11”x17” construction plans (53 sheets) signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer
registered in the State of Idaho
• 11”x17” color Right of Way plans (14 sheets), signed and sealed by a Professional Land
Surveyor registered in the State of Idaho;
o Parcels which have acquisition(s), ROW plans shall show the station and offset of
each angle point of the acquisition, including angle points along the existing
ROW and at the intersections with property lines of the affected property.
• 99% ROW Required Square Footage (ROW Fee, TE, PE) by Parcel (ROW Requirements
Table) – on plans and Excel
o Include column for subproject numbers in ROW table if applicable.
• PDF of construction plans (53 sheets) signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer
registered in the State of Idaho – PDF plans need to be to scale at 11”x17”.
• PDF of color Right of- Way plans (14 sheets), signed and sealed by a Professional Land
Surveyor registered in the State of Idaho – PDF plans need to be to scale at 11”x17”.
• One PDF set of legal descriptions with exhibits for takes and permanent easements,
signed and sealed by a Professional Land Surveyor registered in the State of Idaho.
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
Scope of Work | Schedule | Budget
Ada County Highway District Precision Engineering, LLC
Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd November 19, 2020
ACHD Project No. 521043 | GIS No. RD216-04 Page 25 of 26
• ACHD ROW Checklist
• One PDF set of cross sections to include elevation changes at each driveway.
• PDF Special Provisions, signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer registered in the
State of Idaho
• Completed “ACHD Supplied SWPPP Information”
• List on the plans, in table form, all monuments found within the project limits,
identifying Station and Offset from control line and monument type found (I.C. 55-1613).
• List on the plans, in table form, all calibration points, including northing, easting,
elevation and monument type.
• Show on the plan sheets, the locations of TBM’s and provide TBM information (Station,
Offset, Northing, Easting, Elevation and monument type).
• 99% Cost Estimate on the ACHD Spreadsheet and uploaded into B2W per ACHD User
Guide
• 95% Design plans and reports with ACHD comments
• 95% Comment/Response Matrix
• 95% Right of Way Plans with ACHD comments
• All final permits
• PDFs of all deliverables – no hard copies of any deliverable required
• All native files including One CAD File (insert and bind all x-refs into One CAD File)
• Contingency Item: Design support during ROW acquisition.
ACHD Responsibilities
Assumptions
• The engineer will adhere to the ISPWC item number process, as well as the
Special Provisions (SP), and ACHD’s Standard Special Provisions (SSP)
8.0 100% BID DOCUMENTS
The Consultant will incorporate changes made during Right of Way negotiations into the plans.
Contract end date needs to be after bid opening. This work is not included in this contract and
will be included in a separate contract.
Products and Deliverables
• All deliverables will be uploaded to ACHD’s PWA site
o PWA File Folder: 17 100 Percent Design-CPD55/100 Percent Plans-CPD55.10
• 100% Plans (22”x34”) – PDF, signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer registered in
the State of Idaho
• 100% Plans (11”x17”) – PDF, signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer registered in
the State of Idaho
• 100% Specifications – PDF, signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer registered in
the State of Idaho
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Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd
Scope of Work | Schedule | Budget
Ada County Highway District Precision Engineering, LLC
Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd November 19, 2020
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o Review utility contact information and durations with Utility Coordinator prior to
submittal
o Include a description of work to be completed by the utility company under
contact information
• 100% Cost Estimate on ACHD provided spreadsheet
• 100% Cost Estimate on the ACHD Spreadsheet and uploaded into B2W per ACHD User
Guide
• Completed “ACHD Supplied SWPPP Information”
• Cross Sections – PDF
• Shallow Injection Well Inventory Forms (for any subsurface drainage feature)
• Vectorized PDF of 100% Plans – PDF plans need to be to scale at 11”x17”
o Layer control required
▪ Include layer for all removals (to view as if Removal Sheets)
• CAD files per instructions on ACHD Website.
ACHD Responsibilities
• Supply consultant with Compensation Summaries and any other pertinent documentation
of design changes ACHD agreed to as part of right-of-way negotiations
Assumptions
• The engineer will adhere to the ISPWC item number process, as well as the Special
Provisions (SP), and ACHD’s Standard Special Provisions (SSP)
• This work is not included in this contract and will be included in a separate contract.
9.0 CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING
This task addresses engineering support during the construction phases of the project and the
record of survey which occurs after construction is complete. This work is not included in this
contract and will be included in a separate contract if required.
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LABOR HOURS TOTAL Principal Eng (PE, PTOE) Project Eng (PE) Staff Eng (EIT)
TASK 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
1.1 Progress Meetings
Kick-off Meeting 4 2 2
Progress Meetings 20 12 8
1.2 Project Administration (13 Month Design)
General Project Management 108 88 20
Milestone Schedule 8 8
Monthly Invoices & 0771 Form 18 18
Cash Flow Spread Sheet 8 8
TASK 1 TOTAL 166 136 30 0
TASK 2 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
2.1 Outreach (2 Contact Meetings) 20 16 4
2.2 Public Meetings (2 Meeting 30% & 75%)
Prepare Exhibits 42 2 8 32
Attend Meetings 12 6 6
Meeting Notes 22 2 4 16
TASK 2 TOTAL 96 26 18 52
TASK 3 LOCATION SURVEYING AND MAPPING (CSC)
Field Survey Task Coordination 0
Develop existing ground 3D DTM Surface (Precision) 52 12 40
TASK 3 TOTAL 52 12 40 0
TASK 4 30% DESIGN
4.1 4.1 Concept Roadway Design
Develop the Design for One Alternative 96 24 32 40
Develop Roll plot with typical section 26 2 8 16
Develop Cost Estimate 34 2 8 24
Determine 30% ROW Area and Prepare Excel Table 22 2 12 8
4.2 Geotechnical Investigation (Terracon)
Geotechnical Coordination 4 4
4.3 Hydraulic/Stormwater Design
Hydraulic Coordination 8 8
4.4 Traffic (Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr Intersection)
Complete Analysis 136 40 80 16
Prepare Draft Traffic Report 70 20 40 10
Revise and Prepare Final Traffic Report 26 2 24
Design 30% Intersection of Perferred Alternative (Assumed
Roundabout) 120 40 60 20
Roll plot of the Preferred Alternative & Support Displays:
Fastest Path, Truck Turns, Lighting Contours 66 6 36 24
Develop Cost Estimate of Preferred Alternative 24 8 16
4.5 Environmental Evaluation (TAG)
Cultural Resources Coordination 2 2
4.6 30% Design Submittal
Internal Review and prepare Submittals 18 2 4 12
4.7 30% Review Meeting
Prepare for and Attend Meeting, Prepare Meeting Notes,
Summarize Comments and Prepare Responses 6 2 4
TASK 4 TOTAL 658 156 316 186
TASK 5 75% DESIGN
5.1 Roadway Design
Prepare Roadway Design 72 32 40
Title Sheet 2 2
Typical Section Sheet (2 Sheets) 34 8 26
Removal and Utility Plans (6 Sheets) 70 2 48 20
Plan and Profile Sheets (12 Sheets) 300 20 200 80
Roundabout and Splitter Island Curve Plans (2 sheets) 36 4 32
Roundabout and Splitter Island Curb Table (1 sheet) 32 8 24
Roundabout Grading Plan (2 sheets) 52 12 40
Roundabout Central Island Curb Profile (1 sheet) 14 2 12
Quantities 20 4 16
5.2 Hydraulic / Stormwater Design (CSC)
Horizontal Storm Drain on Roadway Plan & Profile Sheets 8 8
MAN-HOUR ESTIMATE
EAGLE RD, LAKE HAZEL RD TO AMITY RD
ACHD PROJECT NO. 521043
November 19, 2020
ACHD GIS NO. RD216-04
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LABOR HOURS TOTAL Principal Eng (PE, PTOE) Project Eng (PE) Staff Eng (EIT)
MAN-HOUR ESTIMATE
EAGLE RD, LAKE HAZEL RD TO AMITY RD
ACHD PROJECT NO. 521043
November 19, 2020
ACHD GIS NO. RD216-04
5.3 Gravity Irrigation (CSC)
Horizontal GI on Roadway Plan & Profile Sheets 8 8
5.4 Traffic Signal Design (RRFBs)
Traffic Signal Plan Sheet (2 Sheets) 44 8 36
Quantities 2 2
5.5 Intersection Lighting and Interconnect Design
Interconnect and Illumination Plan Sheets (4 Sheets) 68 16 40 12
Quantities 10 4 6
5.6 Signing And Striping Design
Signing and Pavement Marking Sheets (4 Sheets) 82 2 24 56
Quantities 8 2 6
5..7 Temporary Traffic Control
Advanced Construction Signing (1 Sheet) 28 12 16
Quantities 4 2 2
5..8 Pedestrian Detour Routing Plan
Temporary Pedestrian Routing Plan (2 Sheets) 64 16 32 16
Quantities 4 4
5.90 Right of Way
Develop ROW Table 4 4
5.10 Utility Coordination
Utility Coordination and Utility Base Map Development 34 2 8 24
Pothole location map 12 4 8
5.11 Utility Potholing
Pothole Coordination 6 6
5.12 Quantities And Construction Cost Estimate
Construction Cost Estimate in B2W 12 2 10
5.13 75% Internal Design Review Submittal
Internal Review and prepare Submittals 32 16 14 2
5.14 75% Review Meeting
Prepare for and Attend Meeting, Prepare Meeting Notes,
Summarize Comments and Prepare Responses 10 2 2 6
Plan in Hand Field Review Meeting: prepare Meeting Notes,
Summarize Comments and Prepare Responses 4 2 2
TASK 5 TOTAL 1076 104 568 404
TASK 6 95% DESIGN
6.1 Roadway Design
Prepare Roadway Design 24 20 4
Title Sheet 0 0
Typical Section Sheet (2 Sheets) 10 2 8
Removal and Utility Plans (6 Sheets) 24 16 8
Plan and Profile Sheets (12 Sheets) 96 6 60 30
Roadway Details Sheets (2 Sheets) 18 2 16
Roundabout and Splitter Island Curve Plans (2 sheets) 10 2 8
Roundabout and Splitter Island Curb Table (1 sheet) 6 2 4
Roundabout Grading Plan (2 sheets) 12 2 10
Roundabout Central Island Curb Profile (1 sheet) 10 6 4
Quantities 18 6 12
6.2 Hydraulic / Stormwater Design (CSC)
Horizontal Storm Drain on Roadway Plan & Profile Sheets 2 2
6.3 Gravity Irrigation (CSC)
Horizontal GI on Roadway Plan & Profile Sheets 2 2
6.4 SWPPP (CSC)
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LABOR HOURS TOTAL Principal Eng (PE, PTOE) Project Eng (PE) Staff Eng (EIT)
MAN-HOUR ESTIMATE
EAGLE RD, LAKE HAZEL RD TO AMITY RD
ACHD PROJECT NO. 521043
November 19, 2020
ACHD GIS NO. RD216-04
6.5 Traffic Signal Design (RRFBs)
Traffic Signal Plan Sheet (2 Sheets) 12 4 8
Quantities 1 1
6.6 Lighting and Interconnect Design
Interconnect and Illumination Plan Sheets (4 Sheets) 10 2 8
Quantities 2 2
6.7 Signing And Striping Design
Signing and Pavement Marking Sheets (4 Sheets) 22 2 8 12
Quantities 4 2 2
6.8 Temporary Traffic Control
Advanced Construction Signing (1 Sheet) 12 4 8
Temp Traffic Control & Construction Phasing (3 Sheets) 44 4 24 16
Quantities 6 2 4
6.9 Pedestrian Detour Routing Plan
Temporary Pedestrian Routing Plan (2 sheet) 26 2 8 16
Quantities 6 2 4
6.10 Right of Way
Develop ROW Plans (14 Sheets) 88 8 20 60
6.11 Utility Coordination
Utility Coordination 2 2
6.12 Special Provisions
Prepare Special Provisions 28 4 24
6.13 Quantities And Construction Cost Estimate
Construction Cost Estimate in B2W 6 2 4
6.14 95% Internal Design Review Submittal
Internal Review and prepare Submittals 24 8 16
6.15 95% Review Meeting
Prepare for and Attend Meeting, Prepare Meeting Notes,
Summarize Comments and Prepare Responses 12 2 2 8
TASK 6 TOTAL 537 46 260 231
TASK 7 99% DESIGN
7.1 Finalize Plans for Right-of-Way Acquisition 280 40 140 100
TASK 7 TOTAL 280 40 140 100
TASK 8 100% DESIGN - NOT REQUIRED
TASK 8 TOTAL 0 0 0 0
TASK 9 CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING - NOT REQUIRED
TASK 9 TOTAL 0 0 0 0
TOTAL LABOR HOURS 2865 520 1372 973
BUDGET
HOURLY TOTAL
LABOR RATE COST
Principal Engineer $140.00 72,800.00$
Project Engineer $125.00 171,500.00$
Staff Engineer $90.00 87,570.00$
TOTAL LABOR 331,870.00$
DIRECT EXPENSES
Assume PIM Boards will be online only -$
TOTAL DIRECT EXPENSES -$
SUBCONSULTANTS
Civil Survey Consultants (Survey, SD,GI, 404) 154,542.00$
Terracon (Geotechnical Investigation) 25,231.01$
TAG Historical Research and Consulting (Cultural) 2,228.46$
L2 Data Collection (Intersection Counts) 2,600.00$
Badger 20 Utility Potholes, Estimated $500/Each 10,000.00$
TOTAL SUBCONSULTANT EXPENSES 194,601.47$
TOTAL BUDGET 526,471.47$
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Civil Survey Consultants
Design Services Man-Hour and Fee Estimate - Draft #1 - November 16, 2020
Survey, Storm Drain, & Irrigation Design
Task Description Project Chief Of Project Project Design/ Survey Total
Manager Surveys Engineer Surveyor Survey Crew Man-Hours
Technician I
1.0
1.1 Kickoff Meeting 2 2
Progress Meetings (4 Meetings, as needed)8 8
1.2 Project Administration (10 Months)10 10
Project Coordination 20 20
Monthly Project Status Reports 55
Earned Value Reports 55
Invoices 10 10
2.0
N/A 0
3.0
Right of Entry Letter 145
Request Title Reports 22
Existing right-of-way and property ownership 60 60
Topography map and survey data (4,500 feet on Eagle + 1,000 feet on Taconic)8 160 168
Aerial Mapping and Photography (Not Required - Provided by ACHD)0
Digital terrain model of existing ground (Will not be provided)0
Request to ACHD for utility locates 11
Draft Utilities based on mapping/Record Digline markings 14813
Topographic mapping/drafting 8 100 108
Set centerline control and bench marks 12 12
Set project calibration points 88
Cross Sections (2 intersections, 12 driveways)2 7 16 25
Property Corner Search & Tie 83240
Survey Pot Hole Locations/Draft in Profile (20 Potholes)8816
Right-of-Way / appraisal staking 83240
4.0
4.2 Geotechnical Investigation -Groundwater monitoring (10 months)42024
4.3 Hydraulic/Stormwater Design 12 20 32
4.3.1 - Draft Stormwater Report 18 9
4.3.2 - Final Stormwater Report 14 5
4.3.3 - Site visits w/ Irrigation Districts 44
4.6 30% Design Submittal 0
4.6.1 - Request for design exceptions (SD/Irr)11
4.6.2 - Cost estimate (SD/Irr)268
4.6.3 - ROW Requirement Square Footage (By Precision)0
4.7 Review Meeting 0
4.7.1 - Prepare Review Comment matrix/Respond to SD/Irr comments 44
4.7.2 - Attend Meeting 22
6.0
6.0 75% Design Submittal
6.2.1- Hydraulic/Stormdrain Design 2 203254
6.2.2 - 75% Storm Drain Report 216 18
6.3 - Irrigation Facility Design 2 203254
6.4 - SWPPP 21618
6.13 - Estimate 21214
6.14 - 75% Submittal 48 12
6.15.1 - Prepare Review Comment Matrix 18 9
6.15.2 - Attend Review Meeting/Prepare Meeting Minutes 44
6.15.3 - Attend Plan-In-Hand Meeting/Prepare Meeting Minutes 88
7.0
7.2 95% Design Submittal 0
7.2.1 - Hydraulic/Storm Drainage Design 1 6 12 19
7.2.2 - 95% Storm Drain Report 18 9
7.2.3 - Irrigation Facility Design 1 6 12 19
7.2.4 - Storm Drain & Irrigation Detail Sheets 2 162442
7.2.5 - SWPPP 145
7.2.6 - 404 Permit 16 32 48
7.2.7 - Monument Table 28 10
7.2.8 - Calibration Point Table 24 6
7.2.9 - Estimate (SD & Irr)2810
7.2.10 - Special Provisions (SD & Irr)18817
7.2.11 - 95% Submittal Documents & file management 18817
7.3 95% Review Meeting 0
7.3.1 - Prepare Review Comment Matrix 88
7.3.2 - Attend Meeting/Prepare Meeting Minutes 44
8.0
8.1 Finalize Plans for Right-of-Way Acquisition
8.1.1 -Plans 4 8 20 32
8.1.2 -Review ROW plans & Create Legal Descriptions and Sketches for Takes & PE on 21 parcels, and ROW checklist 2 63 65
8.1.3 - Special Provisions 44
8.1.4 - Cost Estimate 2810
8.1.5 - ACHD supplied SWPPP information 145
8.1.6 - Permits (404 Joint App Permit)41620
8.1.6 - Submittal documents and file management 4 8 16 28
9.0
N/A 0
Total Man-Hours 70 0 266 167 437 276 1216
Classification Hours Rate Total
Project Manager 70 145.00$ 10,150.00$
Chief Of Surveys 0 145.00$ -$
Project Engineer 266 132.00$ 35,112.00$
Project Surveyor 167 120.00$ 20,040.00$
Design/Survey Technician I 437 100.00$ 43,700.00$
Survey Crew 276 165.00$ 45,540.00$
Total 1,216 154,542.00$
Ada County Highway District
Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity
ACHD Project No. 521043; GIS No. RD216-04
General
Public Involvement - Not Required
Location Surveying and Mapping
30% Design
75% Design
95% Design
99% Design
100% Bid Documents - Not Included
Design Services
11/17/2020
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A. SUMMARY ESTIMATED LABOR DAY COSTS
Labor Hours Hrly Rate
Cost
1 QC Review Engineer (R. Olsen) 14 @ $53.37 = $747.18
2 Geotechnical Engineer (K. Hoagland) 50 @ $47.00 = $2,350.00
3 Sr. Staff Engineer (L. Marsh) 17 @ $32.69 = $555.73
4 Field Engineer (A. Silverthorne) 30 @ $25.12 = $753.60
5 Sr. Admin. Staff (J. Schmalhorst) 8 @ $26.00 = $208.00
SUBTOTAL RAW LABOR COST = $4,614.51
* See Attached Labor Hour Estimate
B. PAYROLL, FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS & OVERHEAD
Total Raw Labor Cost
$4,614.51 X =$8,534.54
C. FIXED FEE
Total Raw Labor & Overhead
$13,149.05 X =$1,577.89
D. FCCM
Total Raw Labor Cost
$4,614.51 X =$49.38
E. OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSE SUMMARY
Unit Cost Expense
1 Mileagex @ $0.575 = $55.20
2 Printing, Maps, UPS, etc (estimate) @ $100.00 = $100.00
TOTAL ESTIMATED EXPENSE = $155.20
F. SUBCONSULTANTS AND TERRACON LABORATORY TESTING
Unit Cost Expense
1 Drilling Contractor (estimate)= $5,746.00
2 Traffic Control Contractor (estimate) = $1,828.50
3 Terracon Laboratory Testing
Moisture Content @ $19.00 = $190.00
Atterberg Limits @ $90.00 = $270.00
Sieve Analysis, SPT Samples @ $70.00 = $420.00
Sieve Analysis, Bulk Samples @ $95.00 = $285.00
pH @ $20.00 = $40.00
Minimum Resistivity @ $70.00 = $140.00
Proctor Tests @ $180.00 = $360.00
R-value Tests @ $510.00 = $1,020.00
TOTAL ESTIMATED SUB/LAB EXPENSE = $10,299.50
X As per the "FEDERAL PER DIEM RATES FOR IDAHO"
XX See Attached Subconsultant's Summary
TOTAL =
Estimated Quantity
1.07%
Approved FCCM Rate
Approved Fixed Fee Rate
96
12.0%
1
Estimated Amount
3
$25,231.01
3
XX
10
6
XX
2
2
2
2
TERRACON
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
EAGLE RD, LAKE HAZEL RD TO AMITY RD
COST ESTIMATE
184.95%
ADA COUNTY, IDAHO
Approved Overhead Rate
Terracon_Eagle Rd-Lake Hazel to Amity_Hour and Cost Estimate_.xlsx\Cost
11/18/2020
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TASK # TASK DESCRIPTION TOTAL
QC REVIEW
ENGINEER
GEOTECH
ENGINEER
SR. STAFF
ENGINEER
FIELD
ENGINEER CLERICAL
1.2 Administration and Invoicing 1013006
Administration and Invoicing 10 1 3 6
4.2 Geotechnical / Pavement Report 109 13 47 17 30 2
Underground Utilities and Temporary Use Permit 11 1 2 8
Soil Borings (3 Pavement Borings, 2 Piezometers) 16 2 14
Initial Feasibility Infiltration Tests 15 1 14
Laboratory Evaluations 4 2 2
Engineering Analysis 24 4 16 4
Draft Report 26 4 16 5 1
Final Report 9 2 6 1
Consultations and Meetings 4 2 2
119 14 50 17 30 8
November 18, 2020
Terracon Proposal No. P62205086
TERRACON
TOTAL LABOR HOURS
TERRACON
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
EAGLE RD, LAKE HAZEL RD TO AMITY RD
ADA COUNTY, IDAHO
LABOR HOUR ESTIMATE
11/18/2020
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ITEM
Estimated
Quantity Unit Price Estimated Cost
Mob-demob/Drilling/Support Equipment, per day 3 300.00$ 900.00$
Drilling, per foot 35 20.00$ 700.00$
5' Pavement borings, Each 3 150.00$ 450.00$
2" Piezos Installed, Each 2 575.00$ 1,150.00$
Perc Borings with 12" Auger, Each 2 350.00$ 700.00$
Moving / Standby 3 175.00$ 525.00$
Support Truck, day 3 150.00$ 450.00$
Flush Mount Surface Completions, Each 2 150.00$ 300.00$
Bentonite, Per Bag 10 8.00$ 80.00$
Sand, Per Bag 12 18.00$ 216.00$
Asphalt Patch, Per Bag 3 25.00$ 75.00$
Off-Site Cutting Disposal 1 200.00$ 200.00$
TOTAL 5,746.00$
* Based on Unit Prices provided by Haz Tech Drilling.
Terracon Proposal No. P62205086
TERRACON
ADA COUNTY, IDAHO
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
EAGLE RD, LAKE HAZEL RD TO AMITY RD
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ITEM Quantity Unit Price Estimated Cost
Mobilization 2 200.00$ 400.00$
TC Flaggers (4 flaggers for 7 hours)28 26.00$ 728.00$
TC Maintenance 18 28.00$ 504.00$
Delineation (20 cones for 3 days)60 2.00$ 120.00$
Signs for Flagging (12 signs for 1 day)12 2.55$ 30.60$
Signs for Shoulder Closures (6 signs for 3 days)18 2.55$ 45.90$
TOTAL 1,828.50$
Based on a unit rates provided by Idaho Traffic Control on 11/16/2020
Traffic Control
Terracon Proposal No. P62205086
TERRACON
ADA COUNTY, IDAHO
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
EAGLE RD, LAKE HAZEL RD TO AMITY RD
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MILEAGE ESTIMATE
ROUNDTRIP TOTAL
NO. TRIPS DESTINATION MILEAGE MILEAGE
81296
96ESTIMATED PROJECT TOTAL MILEAGE
Project Site: Boring Layout, Utility Clearance,
Drilling, Initial Percolation Testing, etc.
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
EAGLE RD, LAKE HAZEL RD TO AMITY RD
TERRACON
ADA COUNTY, IDAHO
Terracon Proposal No. P62205086
Terracon_Eagle Rd-Lake Hazel to Amity_Hour and Cost Estimate_.xlsx\Travel
11/18/2020
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November 17, 2020
TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION SERVICES FOR
Precision Engineering
Scope of Services and Cost Proposal
L2 Data Collection (L2DC) is pleased to submit this proposal to provide traffic data collection services in Ada County,
ID.
1. Data Collection: Intersection Turning Movement
Type: Vehicle Volume & Direction
Time: 7-9AM and 4-6PM – 2 days
Classification: No
Day: Weekday (non-holiday)
Locations:
Eagle Road and Taconic Drive
2. Data Collection: Machine Tube Count
Type: Vehicle Volume & Direction
Duration: 48-hours
Classification: No
Day: Weekday (non-holiday)
Locations:
Eagle Road north of Taconic Drive
Eagle Road south of Taconic Drive
Taconic Drive west of Eagle Road
Taconic Drive east of Eagle Road (this leg may need to be counted via the intersection video)
3. Deliverables
The Traffic Data Report will be delivered no later than 5 days after the on-site data collection is completed.
4. Contract and Payment Terms
Payment terms for the services listed above are net 60 days. Client will notify L2DC, prior to authorizing work, if
terms are pay-when-paid.
5. Cost Proposal
The total lump-sum cost for the services listed above is $2,600.00, including travel time, mileage, data collection
and data processing.
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TAG Budget Estimate
Lake Hazel and Maple Grove
November 16, 2020
Man Hours
Personnel Man hours Hourly Rage Cost
Principal
Investigator/Historian
20 $83.93 $1,678.60
Project
Administration
2 $83.93 $167.86
Clerical 4 $33.00 $132.00
Total 26 $1,978.46
Outside Services Service
Charge
SHPO records
request
$250.00 $250.00
Total $2,228.46
*Hourly rate is a loaded rate and includes overhead.
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Looking Glass Academy 2 Day Walking Audit Report
From: Chris Danley <cdanley@vitruvianplanning.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 9:39:13 AM
To: Chood@meridiancity.org <Chood@meridiancity.org>; ccampbell@meridiancity.org <ccampbell@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Plan
Hi you two….sorry for the delay but here is the draft document we told you we would provide. I hope it proves
helpful in some way or another. This year, we will be working with 4 communities again and can opt to work in
the same city if desired. I am thinking about how best to do this. Meridian is on my mind as you get things
done. The fact that we had somewhat limited turn out and Star, Kuna, etc. are next door, I am wondering if
maybe more folks would attend now that the course is better understood. Also curious what the response
would be if we cover more on the bicycling and safe streets design realm? We won’t be doing anything until
the spring at least given Covid…but I thought I would put it out there. Thanks.
Regards,
Chris Danley
Principal
208.570.3561
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Looking Glass Academy
Meridian, Idaho Summary— October 2020
1
Introduction
The Idaho State Department of Health & Welfare continues to support a more walkable and bikeable environ-
ment. The Department, with funding made possible through the Center for Disease Control and Prevention,
and through Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds, supported a two-day walk audit training
course called, The Looking Glass Academy. The academy was held in Meridian in June 2020 at City Hall. The
city was selected by the walkability team including the lead instructors and state staff due to particularly chal-
lenging locations facing the city including students accessing SNAP provided meals. The training was seen as a
beneficial experience to improve overall walkability.
The purpose of the course was to immerse participants in understanding and know the characteristics and keys
of walkability through the 4-C’s approach:
Comfort: What human beings need to be comfortable while walking—their walk speeds, their psychologi-
cal needs, and how we experience walking through our senses.
Context: Where we are drawn when walking, what we try to avoid—how land use, land forms, traffic vol-
umes and speeds, road width and lighting impact the desirability of a place.
Connectivity: How linkages in sidewalks and pathways along streets, through parks, and within varying
types of land development pose opportunities and barriers for people of all ages and abilities.
Crossings: How access to crosswalks, crosswalk types, pedestrian signals, and signal timing influence how
safe a crossing can be in terms of access, driver compliance, and suitability for walking.
By examining and understanding walkability through the lens of these 4-C’s, participants are able to make a
more cohesive case to planners, engineers, and public officials for improved conditions for people who walk.
Meridian, through the Looking Glass
Meridian has grown rapidly over the past 30 years from a
town of 10,000 to a city of more than 100,000 people. With
that growth has become greater demand for active transpor-
tation facilities for both transportation and recreation. Meridi-
an has proactively pursued pathway networks along some
canals, primarily through new development, and is seeking
continued upgrading of its off-street shared use pathway net-
work. The City’s promotion of downtown as a community hub
and employment center has also led to a desire to make it a
“go to” place rather than a “go through” place.
Sidewalks along major routes come primarily from new devel-
opment or when Ada County Highway District widens a road
or intersection. In the future, Meridian is interested in promoting more shared use pathways along major roads
to not only create linkages in their off-street pathway system, but recognize that in-street bike lanes do not feel
safe—and are therefore rarely used—by a majority of people who bike. This document outlines some strate-
gies for Meridian to achieve these goals.
This report was supported by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
This publication was supported by the Grant or Cooperative Agreement Number, NB01OT009165-01-00,
funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the
authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Preven-
tion or the Department of Health and Human Services.
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Meridian Crash Evaluation
The Local Highway Technical Assistance Council
(LHTAC) maintains an online map of all traffic crash-
es in Idaho. The map below shows the location and
severity of the pedestrian and bicyclist crashes in
Meridian. Nearly 1 of every 3 traffic fatalities in Me-
ridian over the five-year period from 2014-2018 was
a person killed by a driver while they were walking
or bicycling. Three of the deaths occurred on ITD-
managed roads while 2 were on ACHD-managed roads. Serious injury crashes are those that result in some
type of disabling injury and are considered life-altering events for someone who survives one. People who walk
and bike comprise roughly 1 in 12 (or 8.1%) of the total serious injury crashes in Meridian, with 27 occurring on
ACHD-managed roads and 3 on ITD-managed roads; one appears to have occurred in a parking lot. Overall,
pedestrians and bicyclist comprise more than 4% of Meridian’s total injury crashes in that five-year timeframe.
Each year ITD publishes its estimate of the economic cost per traffic crash as part of its statewide report. The
five-year total economic cost of crashes involving people who walk and bike is $77 million, or $15.4 million per
year. As ITD’s Idaho Traffic Crashes 2019 report notes, “these costs are passed on to the public through insur-
ance premiums, taxes, direct out-of-pocket payments for goods and services, and increased charges for medi-
cal care.” The map below shows the high injury crash network for people walking and bicycling is primarily
along the Fairview/Cherry corridor, as well Meridian Road, Linder, and Eagle Road.
All Crashes
Pedestrian
& Bicyclist
% Pedestrian &
Bicyclist
Fatal Injury 16 5 31.3%
Serious Injury 380 31 8.2%
Visible Injury 866 68 7.9%
Possible Injury 1,957 32 1.6%
Total 3,219 136 4.2%
Meridian Traffic Crashes, 2014 -2018
Pedestrian and bicyclist crashes
in Meridian are concentrated
along the section line arterial
system that has features con-
sistent with what national data
tells us are risk factors for peo-
ple who walk and bike:
High traffic speeds.
Wide roadways and
intersections
Infrequent crossings.
Land uses that attract
pedestrian and bicyclists.
The intersection of Fairview and
Locust Grove is of particular
concern, as it is cluster of 11
crashes in an area with a
grocery store and other key
shopping destination.
Meridian Bicyclist & Pedestrian Crashes, 2014-2018
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Recommendations
Arterials & Collectors
Section line arterials in Meridian are upgraded to include continu-
ous sidewalks and some form of bicycling facilities when ACHD adds
vehicle capacity to the road. There remains a challenge of ensuring
sidewalk connectivity until those widening projects occur.
The nature of a rapidly-developing city like Meridian means devel-
opers will build sidewalks along their arterial street frontage, but
out-parcels still lack safe walking facilities.
The widening of Chinden in Meridian is designed to include side-
walks on only the south side with sidewalks on the north side slated
to come with an scheduled widening to 6 motor vehicle lanes.
The Federal Highway Administration’s PEDSAFE Countermeasures
Selection System notes that along major arterials, as well as urban
collectors and minor arterials, sidewalks are “required” on both
sides. This is due to developed areas generating notable pedestrian
trip demand and land uses along these arterials are desired destina-
tions for pedestrians and bicyclists, just as they are destinations for
motorists.
Alternative Sidewalk Treatments. There exists alternatives to tradi-
tional curb, gutter, and sidewalks to fill gaps on these yet-to-be wid-
ened roads to improve safety for pedestrians in Meridian and fulfill
where FHWA notes sidewalks are required. Several roads in Ada
County include an extruded curb treatment, whereby the asphalt
shoulder of a road is extended to be a minimum of 5-feet of space
to serve as a walkway.
An extruded curbing is installed on the travel lane side of the walk-
way to help protect the expanded shoulder as a pedestrian space. A
shoulder of one– to two-feet in width is typically provided
between the curbing and the fog line of the travel lane to
provide for shy distance for motorists, with a greater dis-
tance provided for higher speed, higher volume roadways.
The curbing should be designed with gaps to allow storm-
water to flow through. Constructing these so street cross-
ings have ADA-compliant connections with proper slopes
and detectable warnings (truncated domes) is important.
Meridian is encouraged to consider filling walkway gaps on
arterials in its annual project request list to ACHD.
Given the Chinden widening to six lanes has no funding, it is
advised that the City work with ITD to identify how either a
separated pathway at the edge of the right-of-way or these
extruded curb treatments be added to the north side of
Chinden to make the route safer for pedestrian and align with
FHWA’s guidelines. Interchanges along the SH 16 corridor also show
a concept design that has a pathway on only one side, which should
be strongly discouraged by the City of Meridian and its partners
with COMPASS, Ada County, and City of Nampa.
Source: Federal Highway Administration
Recommended Guidelines for
New Sidewalk/Walkway Installation
Extruded Curb Walkway on Bridge Ave in Kuna
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Crossing Frequency. Recent pedestrian safety studies by
the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Insur-
ance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have identified a
lack of safe, frequent crossings on arterials as a key contrib-
utor to the pedestrian safety crisis in the United States. This
lack of frequent crossing opportunities along arterials in
Meridian is consistent with the national findings.
A recent example of concern over lack of adequate spacing
of pedestrian crossings arose with ACHD’s pending Fair-
view, Locust Grove to Eagle Road, widening project. The
intersection of Webb Avenue with Fairview is roughly 1/3-
mile east of the Locust Grove intersection.
AASHTO publishes a variety of design guides that are en-
dorsed by FHWA, as well as referenced in design and policy
manuals that ITD and ACHD use. AASHTO is the state organ-
ization representing state DOTs like ITD. ITD sits on AASH-
TO’s Board and Technical Committees.
AASHTO’s Guide for the Planning, Design, and Operation of
Pedestrian Facilities discusses the frequency by which pedestrian crossing are to be provided on roadways. ITD
is signatory to this document and lists it in its Design Guide. ACHD’s Policy Manual references the AASHTO
“Green Book” in its policy manual and the Green Book cites the AASHTO pedestrian guide more than 30 times.
As noted in the figure below, AASHTO states that (emphasis added) “pedestrians cannot be expected to a
quarter mile or more out of their way to take advantage of a controlled intersection.” Additional support for
this crossing frequency is cited in the Institute for Transportation Engineers (ITE) Designing Walkable Urban
Thoroughfares, which is endorsed for use by FHWA. Signal options such as Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons are sup-
ported by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices when traditional signal warrants are not met for
number of pedestrians using a crossing that lacks any type of traffic control.
Meridian is advised to cite these guides in requests to ACHD and ITD for more frequent crossings for pedestri-
ans on arterials. Attention should be given to placement in relation to land uses, intersections of collector
streets, and other pedestrian trip generators such as schools, parks, churches, and other gathering places.
Assumptions: Assume that pedestrians want and need safe access
to all destinations that are accessible to motorists. Additionally,
pedestrians will want to have access to destinations not accessible
to motorists, such as trails and parks.
Generators and Destinations: All transit stops require that
pedestrians be able to cross the street.
Frequency: Pedestrians must be able to cross streets and highways
at regular intervals. Unlike motor vehicles, pedestrians cannot be
expected to go a quarter mile or more out of their way to take
advantage of a controlled intersection.
Sources:
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials. Guide for the Planning, Design, and Operation of Pedestrian
Facilities. 2004.
ITD Manuals & Design Guides reference the AASHTO Pedestrian Guide cited above. https://itd.idaho.gov/wp -content/Bike/
Manuals_Design_Guides.pdf
What do AASHTO and ITD say about pedestrian routes and crossings?
Participants in the July 2020 workshop looked at the
intersection of Fairview and Webb and discussed
federal design guidance that supports placing a
pedestrian crossing at this intersection.
Fairview and Webb Intersection
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Downtown Meridian
Investments in pedestrian infrastructure in downtown Merid-
ian over the last decade has greatly improved connectivity
and the frequency of already-signalized intersections mean
some sectors of downtown have adequate pedestrian cross-
ing opportunities. As the downtown core grows in both de-
velopment and density, more attention should be given to
upgrading unsignalized pedestrian crossings to include things
like Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) and Pedestri-
an Hybrid Beacons (PHB).
The workshop walk around downtown revealed three opera-
tional items that merit greater attention by the City of Meridi-
an and ACHD.
1. Pedestrian Signal Timing: Traffic Signals along Main
Street in Meridian’s downtown core are programmed to
promote north-south traffic flow. Pedestrians traveling
north-south on the sidewalks are controlled at intersec-
tions by pedestrian signals. It was noted during the work-
shop that these pedestrian signals default to minimum crossing times given to pedestrians even though the
green light time for north-south motorists is notably longer. Given the city goals to promote non-motorized
mobility in its downtown, the City should consider a request to ACHD to program these pedestrian signals
to give crossing times that align with the green time for motorists. Like in downtown Boise, pedestrians in
downtown Meridian would be better served not having to push a button to get a walk signal.
2. Flashing Yellow Arrows: As of the workshop, ACHD had yet to program downtown Meridian traffic signals
to eliminate the conflict that occurs when a Flashing Yel-
low Arrow (FYA) is granted to a motorist while a pedestri-
an has the right of way. ACHD is reprogramming its sig-
nals to pre-empt the FYA when a pedestrian pushes a
button. Pedestrian safety would be best served with pro-
tected left turn movements in downtown Meridian. If Me-
ridian does not want to pursue full transition to protected
left turn phases, then it may be not be feasible to auto-
matically giving pedestrians the walk signal, as noted in
the previous recommendation.
3. Construction Zones: Parcel development in downtown
Meridian will pose a challenge to pedestrian mobility as
property and sometimes full blocks may be closed as the
adjacent property is developed. Cities like Bozeman pro-
hibit closure of sidewalks in its downtown core as they
tend to promote a lot of out-of-direction travel by people
who walk. Meridian may consider a similar policy. Side-
walk routes can be maintained by ensuring more pedes-
trian-friendly on-side construction practices. Encouraging
these practices before developers design their construc-
tion plans can avoid unnecessary closure. If it is deter-
mined that a project must encroach on the existing side-
walk, then closing the adjacent curbside parking lane and
constructing a temporary walkway in its place is advised.
Continued focus on downtown Meridian as a com-
munity hub is enhanced by making it safe and con-
venient for pedestrians to move about the area.
Safer downtown networks also let parents allow
greater independence for kids to access parks,
stores, and other downtown destinations.
Sidewalk blockages occur frequently in rapidly-
developing areas. The City and ACHD should avoid
allowing placement of signs in sidewalks, even if
they still allow a minimum passing width. The x -base
of the sign can still create a trip hazard and are
difficult to detect by people who are blind or visually
-impaired. Requiring signs to be post-mounted next
to the sidewalk for projects that last more than a
few days is desired. Downtown sidewalks should be
a priority to keep free of construction signs and
closure.
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Sidepaths & Pathway Crossings
Meridian has become increasingly aware that the common
treatment of building bike lanes within the curb-to-curb sec-
tion of arterial roadways is not viewed as safe as desirable by
a majority of people who desire to bike for transportation and
recreation in Meridian. This is a common finding in many bicy-
clist safety studies. Meridian is requesting ACHD to convert its
design philosophy to build shared-use pathways (e.g.
sidepaths) on arterial roadways. This action is recommended
to continue, but the City is encouraged to work with ACHD to
revisit design requirements for things like commercial drive-
ways and street intersections that must be crossed by some-
one using the sidepath by bike or on-foot.
Without more focused design, a sidepath is nothing more than
a wide sidewalk and provides few visual clues to users and
motorists to expect bicyclist traffic. The image at right shows a
combined bike lane and sidewalk in Pullman, Washington that
clearly delineates the space. Driveway and intersection cross-
ings must be considered with regard to bicyclist traffic. Raised crossings that keep the pathway on-level and
require motorists to drive up and over them helps slow motorists and encourage them to pay more attention
to cross traffic on the pathway. ACHD has used green crossing markings on roads like Cloverdale when separat-
ed bike lanes cross intersections.
Slip Lane Aprons
The I-84 interchanges in Meridian have right turn slip lanes intended to promote better motorist flow through
an intersection. The illustration below shows a treatment in Bend, Oregon, that could be considered in Meridi-
an. Working with ACHD and ITD to design these features will improve pedestrian safety. The apron slows mo-
torists by narrowing the travel lane while the apron allows trucks to turn with ease.
Sample Slip Lane Truck Apron US 20 in Bend, Oregon
ITD’s sister agency, the Oregon Department of Transportation, designed intersection treatments along US 20 in Bend with features
that could be implemented at intersection with slip lanes in Meridian. The apron shown in light red concrete is similar to what is con-
structed on the interior of a roundabout to allow trucks to mount the apron. The right turn slip lanes I -84 interchanges in Meridian are
the most likely candidates to consider these, particularly at the Meridian Road interchange where there is notable pedestrian use.
The image at left shows a passenger vehicle well within the confines of the right turn lane but it’s easy to see how a truck making the
turn could mount this apron. The result is reduced exposure to pedestrians for motor vehicles and slower speeds by vehicles making
the turn. The image at right shows another angle of this treatment that connects to a pedestrian refuge island via a raised c rosswalk.
Bend receives 24 inches of snow each year, indicating that these features—individually or in combination—are suitable to areas where
snow plows operate.
Continued focus on downtown Meridian as a com-
munity hub is enhanced by making it safe and con-
venient for pedestrians to move about the area.
Safer downtown networks also let parents allow
greater independence for kids to access parks,
stores, and other downtown destinations.
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Looking Glass Academy Meridian, Idaho Summary—October 2020
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Other Recommendations
Code Enforcement. One way to improve the walking environment in Meridian is to proactively enforce city
code and ordinances. Many specific requirements that were established to maintain a safe walking environ-
ment. Ensuring bushes, trees, and plants are pruned and are not blocking sidewalks and curb ramps is one way
to begin. Other common code violations may include continual blocking of sidewalks with obstructions, parking
on sidewalks, unleashed dogs which can be threatening to walkers, and many other features should be
properly addressed.
A code compliance campaign could begin with a letter sent to all residents expressing the enforcement plan
and the hope that residents will comply. This could be followed up with a warning, then eventual fine or more.
Though enforcing code is not always palatable politically, it is an opportunity to address many shortcomings of
the walking system without spending on improvements.
Street Trees. The presence of street trees next to roadways are sometimes viewed as a safety hazard
to motorists. That perspective has changed with some transportation agencies over the years as re-
search now shows street trees have great value in promoting safer streets. While it is advisable to
place street trees in proper locations along higher-speed roads, there are ways to design the major
roads to ensure this is safe to all users.
Street trees provide shade and buffer to pedestrians. The shade they create is critical for pedestrians
using Meridian’s sidewalks in summertime. While doing a Looking Glass in suburban Salt Lake City in
2018, Vitruvian Planning measured temperatures near intersections that had street trees versus ones
that were fully exposed. On a 100-degree day it was found that the sidewalk that had shade from
trees was 95 degrees while it was 120 degrees on the exposed sidewalk due to heat absorption.
Trees also act as a traffic calming device. The images below show the same horizontal roadway design
on the same Meridian street, but one section has maturing trees while the other lacks trees in the
buffer. Studies have shown that the feeling of enclosure that comes with trees forces motorists to
slow down as the long-distance sight lines are reduced and the feeling of enclosure causes motorist
to be more cautious.
Maintaining trees is always a financial challenge and one that requires cities in Ada County to perform
along ACHD roadways. Consideration may be given to which arterials would be best suited for trees
to provide a more suitable walking environment based on nearby land uses.
Same Street: Two Different Perspectives on Street Trees
Towerbridge Way (left) in Bridgetower becomes Belltower Drive (right) as it rounds the curve by Bridgetower Subdivision
Park in Meridian.
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Item 6.
MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: December 7, 2020
Presenter: Tom LeClaire Estimated Time: 15 minutes
Topic: Ordinance and Development Subcommittee Update
Tom LeClaire will be giving a brief overview of the items discussed at the December Ordinance and
Development Subcommittee meeting. The meeting, scheduled for December 7th, 2:15pm, followed
the agenda below.
Agenda:
I. Roll:
_ Tom LeClaire
_ Jared Smith
_ Walter Steed
_ Emily Kane
_ Brandon Frasier
_ David Claiborne
II. All Terrain and Utility Terrain Vehicles (ATV/UTV)
III. Future Topics
IV. Next Meeting
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