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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_____ David Ballard _____ John Wasson, Ex-Officio - ACHD
_____ Zachary Shoemaker _____ Lila Klopfenstein, Ex-Officio - COMPASS
_____ Ryan Lancaster _____ Miranda Carson, Ex-Officio - WASD
_____ Walter Steed _____ Alissa Taysom, Ex-Officio - VRT
_____ Tracy Hopkins _____ Justin Price, Ex-Officio - ITD
_____ Stephen Lewis _____ Sgt. Tara Smith - Police
_____ Jared Smith _____ Tishra Murray - Legal
_____ Tom LeClaire _____ Hether Hill – Community Development
_____ Lilly Miller _____ Caleb Hood – Community Development
ADOPTION OF AGENDA [ACTION ITEM]
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approval of Minutes - December 2, 2024
OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Transportation Project Updates
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
3. Election of Officers for 2025
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4. 2025 Roadway, Intersection and Community Program Prioritization
5. Ex-Officio Updates
6. Staff Communications
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
7. ACHD Master Street Map Changes – Arterial Corridor Preservation (Cherry Lane)
8. Capital Investments Citizens Advisory Committee (CICAC) Update
9. Baraya Subdivision
10. Transportation Commission Bylaws
11. ACHD Queuing Analysis
NEXT MEETING - FEBRUARY 3, 2025
ADJOURNMENT
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Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
Monday, December 2, 2024
Council Chambers – Meridian City Hall 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
Roll Call
MEMBERS
☒David Ballard ☒Walter Steed ☒Zach Shoemaker
☒Ryan Lancaster ☒Stephen Lewis ☐Tracy Hopkins
☒Jared Smith ☒Tom LeClaire ☒Lilly Miller
EX-OFFICIO
☒John Wasson (ACHD) ☒Lila Klopfenstein (COMPASS) ☒Miranda Carson (WASD)
☐Alissa Taysom (VRT) ☒Justin Price (ITD)
OTHERS PRESENT
☐Sgt. Tara Smith (Police) ☒ Tishra Murray (Legal) ☐Caleb Hood (Comm. Dev.)
☒Hether Hill (Comm. Dev.)
Adoption of the Agenda
No changes were made to the agenda by staff or commissioners. The Chair motioned the
Commission for approval – all ayes.
Approval of Minutes
1. November 4, 2024
The Chair motioned the Commission for approval of the minutes as amended - all ayes.
Old Business Items
2. Transportation Projects Update – Hether Hill
Ms. Hill began on Page 6 of the packet and recommended the Commission review the updates
provided in bolded text through page 12. Ms. Hill noted there was an update on the Ustick, Black
Cat to Ten Mile project.
New Business Items
3. Initial Point Gallery, an Overview – Lizzie Taylor, Meridian Arts Commission, Initial
Point Gallery Subcommittee Chair
Ms. Taylor provided an overview of the Initial Point Gallery located on the 3rd floor of City Hall.
The 2025 gallery schedule was provided to the Commission, as well as information on the next
gallery showing for December and January. There was discussion between the Commission and
Ms. Taylor.
4. ACHD Draft Traffic Calming Policy
Ms. Hill provided a recap of ACHD’s Draft Traffic Calming Po licy process and opened the floor to
the Commission for a final opportunity to provide any additional feedback and/or comments to
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ACHD staff. There was some discussion amongst the Commission and staff. Ms. Hill
acknowledged several comments had already been provided to ACHD for inclusion in the
agenda packet for the ACHD Commission Work Session on December 4, 2024.
5. Meridian Intersection Pedestrian Safety (MIPS) Project Updates
Ms. Hill provided an update on the MIPS project list and those that have been identified to be
included in ACHD maintenance efforts rather than as standalone projects. Ms. Hill was primarily
before the Commission to update them on a project, identified by City and ACHD staff, as a
feasible project to move forward with using funds allocated by City Council in the FY25 Budget.
The project under consideration is a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) on Locust Grove, near
Woodbridge and Watertower. ACHD is currently recommending a dual stage, z-type crossing,
however, Ms. Hill emphasized the design and location are not final and staff are in the early
stages of scoping before presenting to Council in the coming months. There was lengthy
discussion amongst and between the Commission, staff and Ex-officio members.
6. Ex-Officio Updates
Justin Price – A press release related to Eagle Road is forthcoming. The Commission had some
questions for Mr. Price regarding the SH-16 project and discussion ensued.
Miranda Carson – The bus driver shortage is getting smaller; Mayor Simison did a tour of the bus
shop recently; WASD is working on traffic flow of on-campus traffic at several locations; the bus
badge system has been rolled out to every school and so far, WASD is impressed with the
outcome of the system, in addition to the enhanced security the b adges bring to the school.
Lila Klopfenstein – no updates this month.
John Wasson – Mr. Wasson discussed traffic calming requests and studies for the following
neighborhoods; Zaldia, off of Eagle Road and Snorting Bull Subdivision (Woodbridge area).
Discussion ensued amongst the Commission and Mr. Wasson.
7. Staff Communications
Staff Communications began on page 28 of the packet. Chair Steed went through each of the
correspondence items (four total), which prompted discussion with the Commission, Ex-Officios
and City staff. The 4th item was an ACHD press release related to the pilot project at
Meridian/Ustick for a new safety tool (Leading Through Interval (LTI)) which works in conjunction
with the Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) technology.
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
8. ACHD Master Street Map Changes – Arterial Corridor Preservation (Cherry Lane)
9. Capital Investments Citizens Advisory Committee (CICAC) Update
10. Baraya Subdivision
11. Transportation Commission Bylaws
12. ACHD Queuing Analysis
Next Meeting Date: January 6, 2025
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Adjournment; 5:06pm – Motion by Commissioner Lancaster, 2nd by Commissioner Lewis - all
ayes.
(AUDIO RECORDING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
APPROVED:
_______________________ _______________
WALTER STEED, CHAIR DATE
ATTEST:
________________________ _______________
CHRIS JOHNSON (City Clerk) DATE
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MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL AND
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
From: Hether Hill, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: January 6, 2025
Topic: Transportation Project Updates
Below is a summary/update on some of the transportation and roadway 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 tr ansportation realm. Staff will be at the
Transportation Commission 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 adopted 2025-2029 IFYWP can be found here:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/integrated-five-year-work-plan-ifywp-2025-
2029?utm_campaign=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDelivery The IFYWP will now called the
Five Year Plan (FYP). The 2026-2030 FYP prioritization process is kicking off with more information to
come. Partner agency project requests are due to ACHD by March 19, 2025.
Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd & Amity Road, Meridian to Locust Grove: These projects were
presented to the ACHD Commission on September 13th to discuss the projects status, questions and
concerns from the public, and the letters the City has submitted. Project future is currently unknown
with indefinite pause pending new direction from the ACHD Commission. Project Website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/amity-road-and-locust-grove-road-intersection
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity: Landscaping within the roundabout at Taconic will be included in the
Cost Share Permit. 95% design is complete. Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and a
multi-use pathway. Includes a multi-lane roundabout at Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr. Road closure starting
September 16th, removing asphalt pavement on September 17th with expected completion November
2025. Project website: https://engage.achdidaho.org/eagle-road-lake-hazel-road-to-amity-road.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Fairview, Jericho Road to Eagle & Locust Grove/Fairview Signal: 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. Currently in ROW phase; construction is expected to start 2029. This project is
exceptionally complex with multiple curbs, materials, and elevations. Z-crossing just west of
Fairview/Webb in design. Here is a link to the project website: https://engage.achdidaho.org/fairview-
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avenue-jericho-road-to-eagle-road
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Franklin, McDermott to Black Cat: Widening Franklin Rd to 5 lanes between McDermott Rd and Black
Cat Rd, and improving the intersection of Franklin Rd and McDermott Rd. The Franklin Rd and
McDermott Rd intersection is a joint project with Nampa Highway Dis trict No. 1. City/ACHD
partnership on landscaping in the medians/buffers and future location for a “Welcome to Meridian”
sign being considered. Stormwater swales envisioned behind curb. 95% design plan-in-hand scheduled
for August 28th. Design in FY24-25, Right of Way in FY28-29, notice to proceed scheduled for future.
Posted speed to be 35 MPH but no design elements contemplated to support. Here is a link to the
project website: https://engage.achdidaho.org/franklin-road-mcdermott-road-to-black-cat-
road?utm_campaign=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDelivery
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Lake Hazel and Eagle Signal: The design includes significant grade changes of the existing intersection
and will integrate large retaining walls. Widen and signalize intersection to 4/5 lanes on Eagle and 3/4
lanes on Lake Hazel with multiuse pathway connections. Project will be constructed as part of Eagle
Road, Lake Hazel to Amity widening. On 90-day construction bid list for June 2024 with notice to
proceed in September. Intersection is closed; cut and fill is ongoing. Project website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/lake-hazel-and-eagle-intersection.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Lake Hazel Road, Locust Grove Road to Meridian Road: Brighton owns multiple parcels of land between
S Apex Avenue and S Meridian Road. Per their requirements from the City of Meridian they are
required to complete a significant utility upgrade that will require the roadway be reconstructed. ACHD
Commission has approved a Cooperative Development Agreement for the reconstruction and widening
of E Lake Hazel Road between S Apex Avenue and S Meridian Road to 5 -lanes, with 10-foot wide
concrete multi-use pathways on both sides of the road. Lake Hazel is currently closed in this section for
related improvements.
Lake Hazel Road, Eagle to Cloverdale: Widen Lake Hazel Rd to five 11’ lanes with curb gutter and 10’
detached multiuse path on both sides. Bridge improvement included to remove and replace the
existing bridge over the Ten Mile Creek. Project will include swales adjacent to the roadway. Design is
complete. Design 2022-2023; ROW; 2024; Construction 2027. City to cost share on continuous lighting
within Meridian City limits (not Boise). Project Website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/lake_hazel_eagle_cloverdale.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Linder, Overland to Franklin (Overpass of I-84): Widen Linder Rd to 5 lanes with a bicycle and
pedestrian facility from Overland Rd to Franklin Rd. Project includes a new I -84 overpass,
improvements to the Overland and Franklin intersections, and connection of W Verbena Dr across
Linder. The City is funding design; design is complete. ROW is programmed at ACHD for 2024-2025 and
construction is programmed for 2026-2027 in the IFYWP. https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-
overpass-franklin-road-to-overland-road The City has been awarded $4.3M from ITD towards
completion of this project. The City and ACHD have entered into an agreement to spend the Strategic
Initiative Funds in 2025. City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
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Linder, Ustick to Pine (concept): The project team met to review concepts. Also, the ACHD Pedestrian
Advisory Group (PAG), ACHD Commissioners, and City staff did an onsite review of the existing
conditions on this stretch of road. In all concepts impacts to some properties would have left
substandard conditions for parking and exacerbated backout parking concerns for all users. New
concepts discussed include 3 and 5-lane designs with shared roads, roundabout couplets for improved
safety/access with turning restrictions, and enhanced speed mitigation features to promote school and
park access. A traditional 5-lane design with the most property acquisitions is also being considered.
The Transportation Commission recommended a 5-lane option to Council. On June 18th, 2024 City
Council gave general support for a traditional 5-lane option. Project Website:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-pine-avenue-to-ustick-road.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
McMillan/Black Cat Roundabout: Multi-lane roundabout with truck apron, curb, gutter, and 10-foot-
wide multi-use pathways. Crosswalk at each leg with two stage pedestrian crossings and rectangular
rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) at each pedestrian crossing. City is partnering with ACHD on Tier 1
landscape improvements in the RAB (conduit for now, landscape in the future), splitter islands and 4-
foot buffer areas. 99% designed. Construction is planned for 2029 in the IFYWP. ACHD is designing an
interim signal for the intersection of Black Cat / McMil lian. It will be constructed with the Ustick,
Black Cat to Ten Mile project. The intersection will function as a 2x2 signalized intersection in the
interim until the future RAB project. https://engage.achdidaho.org/mcmillan-and-black-cat-
intersection
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Overland and Linder, Linder Rd. Overpass – Phase 1: Reconstruct and widen the intersection and
construct the new lanes north of the intersection. Additionally, this project will include APS, MUP’s,
bulb-outs and small retaining wall. On 90-day construction bid list for November 2024 with Notice to
Proceed (construction) in February 2025.
Star Road Bridges: Replace two bridges over the Five Mile Creek and Five Mile Feeder. Bridge width will
support future widening to 5-lanes and a type 3 bike facility (MUP). This project is substantially
completed.
Ustick, Ten Mile to Linder: Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, center medians, and multi-use
pathway from Ten Mile Rd to Linder Rd. Right-of-way is scheduled for 2025 in the adopted IFYWP and
construction is planned for 2026. Median landscaping is being explored by the project team. Concept
includes pedestrian bridge crossing over Five Mile Creek with a signalized crossing at Ustick. Design will
include multiuse pathways. A retaining wall will be necessary along Five Mile Creek. No
sidewalk/pathways along Five Mile Creek where retaining wall to be located; connection will rely on
City pathway on north side of creek (in Bridgetower).
https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick_ten_mile_linder
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Ustick, Black Cat to Ten Mile: Widen to 5-lanes with center medians. Signalized crossing at Naomi
(location of new ACHD maintenance facility, south of City wastewater facility. Notice to Proceed was
issued November 11th. Contractor has started implementing traffic control on the project and
throughout the southern neighborhoods. Black Cat Road is closed south of Ustick Road. Contractor
milling the south half of the road in preparation for utility relocations and temporary pavement.
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https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick_black_cat_ten_mile
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Ustick, Owyhee Storm to Black Cat: Widen to two lanes in each direction, with a center turn lane and
median islands where the center turn lane is not needed for access. Project includes 10 -foot wide
multi-use pathways on each side, curb and gutter. ROW planned for 2026; construction 2027 in the
current IFYWP. Project cost is estimated at $11M. https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick-road-owyhee-
storm-avenue-to-black-cat-road
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
ACHD CAPITAL MAINTENANCE
Residential Capital Maintenance includes conducting field reconnaissance and collecting survey data to
determine an improvement strategy for deteriorated/non -compliant facilities such as: pavement,
drainage, pipes, sidewalks, ramps. ACHD aims for bringing the segments up to Complete Streets
standards where possible. Existing non-compliant pedestrian ramp and driveway access points located
along each roadway segment will be identified to be upgraded to meet ADA complianc e. Reasonable
attempts will be made to improve each pedestrian ramp as directional, not diagonal.
Meridian Downtown Pavement and Pedestrian Improvements (2025): Formerly named: “FY2022
Residential Capital Maintenance”. The project goal is to rehabilitate pavement and add pedestrian
improvements including sidewalk and bulb-outs. Segments include: W 3rd St, W Pine to north end; E
Broadway Ave, E 3rd to E 6th; W Cherry Ave, NW 4th St to Meridian Rd; W Idaho Ave, W 8th St to N
Meridian Rd; W Maple Ave, W 1st St to N Meridian Rd; W 2nd St, W Cherry Ave to W Cherry Ln; NW 4th
S, W Broadway Ave to Maple Ave. https://engage.achdidaho.org/2022-residential-capital-maintenance
Segments E Washington Ave, NW 7th to Meridian Rd; NW 7th St, W Washington St to middle school
micro-path (currently adding sidewalk, no pavement rehab, could change); and W 6th St, W
Washington St to W Carlton Ave are also part of this project, but have a separate web page:
https://engage.achdidaho.org/washington-street-and-6th-street On 90-day construction bid list for
October 2024 with Notice to Proceed (construction) in January 2025.
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Residential Pavement and Pedestrian Improvements (2026): Segments included: 1st St W, south end to
Franklin Road; Rose Circle; Country Terrace Way S, south end to Overland Road; Blossom Pl, south end
to W McGlinchey Ave; McGlinchey Ave, Blossom Pl to NW 8th St; Interlachen Ct, west end to
Interlachen Way; Laurel Ct, south end to Verbena Dr; Tobago Ct. E., west end to SE 5th Way; Larkspur
Ct, south end to Verbena Dr; Lilac St, south end to Waltman St; Lavender Ct, south end to Verbena Dr;
Sugar Creek, south end to Sugar Creek Dr; Lawndale Dr, McGlinchey Ave to Crestmont Dr; Cruser Dr,
west end to Five Mile Rd; and Francine Pl S, Victory Rd to S Francine Ln. ACHD project number: 521060.
Project team meeting held April 12th. Per the November Notice to Proceed (NTP) list provided by
ACHD, this project is currently slated for NTP.
City Staff Contact: Hether Hill, Community Development
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ITD PROJECTS (Updated by ITD Staff October 2024)
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: US-20/26 ChindenWest | ITD Projects (idaho.gov)
Star Road to ID-16: Project is entering final acceptance and closeout process.
ITD Project Manager: JD Lewelling, JD.Lewelling@itd.idaho.gov
Middleton Road to Star Road: Final design for east and west sections was completed in September and
October 2023, respectively. PS&E is scheduled for mid to late 2025 for both the east (Key No. 24310)
and west (Key No. 24309) packages. Construction expected to start in fall of 2025 d epending upon
right-of-way acquisition. Construction funding has yet to be identified.
https://chindenwest.com/middletontostar/
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
ITD Project Manager: Jeff Nettleton, jeff.nettleton@itd.idaho.gov
Idaho Highway 16 extension, I-84 to U.S. 20/26
Project website: itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/sh16corridor
I-84 to Franklin: Contract completion date is Winter 2024. Construction is nearing completion on the
new I-84 interchange between Garrity and Ten Mile and widening Franklin Road.
ITD Project Manager: Jeff Ryan, Jeff.Ryan@itd.idaho.gov
Ustick to Chinden: Contract completion date is Fall 2026. Work started on the US20/26 and SH 16
Interchange Bridge. McDermott Bypass at Ustick is now open, and the McDermott and Ustick
intersection is now shifted east. This intersection has temporary signals and will soon have
permanent signals. US20/26 (Chinden) will have 4 lanes including the use of north ramps before
winter. For the next 18 months expect some US20/26 restrictions in this area for construction of the
bridge. Construction for widening Ustick at SH 16 will begin this winter. The new Ersatz road north
of McMillan is complete. Large trucking operations continue is this area for construction of the
roadway.
ITD Project Manager: Dan Gorley, Dan.Gorley@itd.idaho.gov
Franklin to Ustick: Contract completion date is Fall 2026. Work on the railroad bridge north of Franklin
continues and girders should be placed in the next few months. Crews continue working on the
Cherry Lane Bridge overpass, Quasi Place Bridge over Ten Mile Creek, and SH 16 Bridge over Ten Mile
Creek. Large trucking operations continue is this area for construction of the roadway.
ITD Project Manager: Dan Gorley, Dan.Gorley@itd.idaho.gov
Interstate 84 Eastbound Auxiliary Lane, Meridian Interchange to Eagle Interchange: This project will
add a second on-ramp lane eastbound at Meridian Interchange, an auxiliary (fifth) lane between
Meridian Interchange to Eagle Interchange, and a second off -ramp lane at Eagle Interchange. A virtual
public open house was held February 13-28, 2024. Work continues on the environmental
documentation and the Interchange Modification Report. The new FY 2025 – FY 2031 ITIP shows $14.5
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million in construction funding in the year 2031. https://itdprojects.org/projects/i-84-meridian-
interchange-to-eagle-interchange-auxiliary-lane/
ITD Project Manager: Mark Wasdahl, Mark.Wasdahl@itd.idaho.gov
FY24 Surface Treatments US 20/26 & SH 44: Sealcoat approximately 107 lane miles of US 20/26 and
SH-44 this summer. Some patching remains to be completed. Contractor is currently working through
punch list items.
ITD Project Manager: Walter Olin, Walter.Olin@itd.idaho.gov
SH-55 Eagle Road Safety Review: An inter-agency team was assembled to discuss a safety review of
Eagle Road, I-84 to SH-44. The safety review, which included a speed study, was completed at the end
of February 2023. ITD has presented to City Council several times, the last time was on September 5,
2023. ITD shared what was found in the safety review and showed what sign and striping
improvements were made as a result. They also shared that the speed study showed that no change
to the enforceable speed limits on Eagle Rd were recommended. ITD recognizes the city’s concerns
regarding the daily congestion on Eagle Rd and proposed implementing advisory speed limit signage
with flashing beacons. These would be activated during the busiest times of the day. The purpose
would be to alert the public of times when congestion is most likely. After the presentation there were
concerns from the mayor and at least one council member due to advisory speeds not being
enforceable. ITD and the city continue to engage to find the best solution for the traveling public on
Eagle Rd. An additional inter-agency team with law enforcement, the city, ITD, and other agencies will
be put together in the coming months to continue discussions. While different agencies may have
different goals, the main goal we all agree on is keeping the public safe and ensuring drivers can get to
where they need to go as efficiently and safely as possible. An inter-agency team was assembled to
discuss a safety review of Eagle Road, I-84 to SH-44. The safety review, which included a speed study,
was completed at the end of February 2023. ITD has presented to City Council several times, the l ast
time was on September 5, 2023. ITD shared what was found in the safety review and showed what sign
and striping improvements were made as a result. They also shared that the speed study showed that
no change to the enforceable speed limits on Eagle Rd were recommended. ITD recognizes the city’s
concerns regarding the daily congestion on Eagle Rd and proposed implementing advisory speed limit
signage with flashing beacons. These would be activated during the busiest times of the day. The
purpose would be to alert the public of times when congestion is most likely. After the presentation
there were concerns from the mayor and at least one council member due to advisory speeds not
being enforceable. ITD and the city continue to engage to find the best solution for the traveling public
on Eagle Rd. An additional inter-agency team with law enforcement, the city, ITD, and other agencies
was put together. They met to look at other options on how to make it a safety corridor with warning
signs, closing some unsignalized left turns, and potentially adding variable speed limits. After the law
enforcement meeting, there were two public open houses. Currently the comments from the open
houses have been reviewed, and a proposal from ITD taking the comments into consideration will be
forthcoming. While different agencies may have different goals, the main goal we all agree on is
keeping the public safe and ensuring drivers can get to where they need to go as efficiently and safely
as possible.
ITD Contact: Justin Price, Justin.Price@itd.idaho.gov
I-84 Mobility Improvement Study: This study will determine whether additional auxiliary lanes and
other improvements are needed to smooth merge hesitations, achieve better traffic distribution, and
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achieve lane balance for the 11-mile section of Interstate 84 between the Garrity Interchange in
Nampa and the I-84/I-184 Wye Interchange in Boise. Existing traffic counts will be collected, future
traffic counts will be developed, existing conditions will be reviewed along with all previous
environmental and operational studies, traffic will be modeled, an origin-destination study will be
conducted, and a phasing plan developed. A scope of work is being developed with HDR foll owing a
Request for Proposals consultant selection process.
ITD Project Manager: Mark Wasdahl, Mark.Wasdahl@itd.idaho.gov
SH-69 Traffic Study: This study will identify roadway improvements necessary to accommodate traffic
through 2050. Corridor vision and project status update will be presented to the Idaho Transportation
Board at its December 2024 meeting.
ITD Project Manager: Mark Wasdahl, Mark.Wasdahl@itd.idaho.gov
PATHWAYS (Updated by City Parks Staff April 2024)
Nine Mile Creek, Linder to Meridian: In initiating the land trade, parks staff discovered a strip of
easement belonging to Nampa and Meridian Irrigation District that can accommodate the pathway,
rendering a land trade unnecessary. The current (funded) project phase will run from NW 3rd Stre et
along the Ninemile Creek as far as approximately 8th Street. In April, staff received approval to
request additional funding from LHTAC for construction of this segment, as costs have risen
significantly since funds were originally allocated. Staff is currently working with an engineering
consultant, with plans expected to be complete in 2025, and project construction in 26/27. A future
City project (not yet funded) proposes to extend the Rail With Trail Pathway west as far as Linder Road.
Five Mile Creek Pathway: This project, which includes 2/3 of a mile of newly paved pathway along the
south bank of the Fivemile Creek, and a pedestrian bridge crossing of the Ninemile Creek, is now
complete. It connects 3 miles of existing pathway in northwest Meridian with more than 4 miles of
existing pathway to the east, allowing for approximately 8 miles of continuous multi-use pathway
through Meridian, primarily along the Fivemile Creek.
OTHER PROJECTS
MDC, Downtown Parking Efforts: MDC is working on an update to Destination Downtown. Part of this
is parking analysis. The MDC consultant is wrapping-up the Parking Management Strategies &
Implementation Guide. MDC and City Staff met in late January to discuss next steps.
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Hether Hill Meeting Date: January 6, 2025
Topic: 2025 Roadway, Intersection and Community Program Prioritization
Annually, the City prepares and prioritizes transportation projects within our community for the ACHD
Commission to consider in their programming and budget processes. The Meridian Transportation Commission
(TC) is tasked with making recommendations to the City Council on these priority transportation projects. The
intent of this memo is to share some high-level programming info from ACHD, a timeline and tee-up the
discussion of this process for 2025. During the January meeting the TC will receive a brief refresher on the
process and kick-off the process to re-prioritize.
Programming Methodology - The metrics ACHD uses for scoring projects are split into two categories: 1) Roads
and Intersections and 2) Community Programs.
Roads and Intersections: Consist of major capital projects; arterial roadway widening projects as well as major
intersection improvements.
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Community Programs: may include a diverse range of improvements, including pedestrian enhancements (such
as sidewalks, pathways, and ADA upgrades), upgraded pedestrian crossings (such as RRFB/PHB signals), bike
facility projects, and traffic calming initiatives.
The Partner Agency Support metric is based on the prioritization of requests that Council will approve for
submittal to ACHD prior to March 19th, ACHD’s deadline to receive the City’s priorities. The TC is tasked with
working through a list of City transportation projects (including adding projects as needed) and recommending
a priority order to Council by mid-February.
ACHD has made a change to the lists submitted. There will be a list for roads and intersections and one for
community programs. Each of these lists will prioritize projects, regardless of funding and whether programmed
or not. Staff has a list of additional projects, as well as those that were deferred in the adoption of the 2025-
2029 IFYWP, that will be shared with the Prioritization Subcommittee and then with the full TC.
Also new this year, the name of the Plan is now the “Five Year Plan” (FYP), formerly the “Integrated Five Year
Work Plan” (IFYWP). ACHD has consolidated our previous list(s) into one for the 2026-2030 FYP (attached).
Please note, the format of this list will be slightly different next time it is before the Transportation Commission.
The full ACHD project webpage for the 2025-2029 IFYWP is here: https://www.achdidaho.org/projects/achd-
plans/integrated-five-year-work-plan As of the print of this memo, it does not appear a 2026-2030 FYP webpage
is active.
Timeline: The TC Prioritization Subcommittee will meet later in January to give a thorough review of projects
and make a recommendation to the full TC during the February meeting. On February 3rd, it should be the goal
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of the TC to discuss and finalize project rankings for Council consideration. Staff will then share TC’s priorities
with Council later in February and into early March if needed.
Attachments:
Exhibit A: ACHD’s – Meridian Prioritization Request Form
Exhibit B: ACHD’s 2026-2030 FYP Key Dates
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2024 Meridian Prioritization Request Form Updates based on Adopted 2025-2029 IFYWP*Design YR ROW YR Const YR1 1 Linder Rd, Overland Rd / Franklin RdWidenLinderRdto5lanesandconstructanew4-laneI-84overpass,includingcurb, gutter, sidewalk, and bike lanes in accordance with the 2016 CIP. Projectwould be a joint project between ACHD and ITD.2022-2024 2024-2025 2026-2027Project programmed to be constructed in 2026-2027.Linder Rd, Overland Rd / Franklin Rd2 3Locust Grove Rd, Fairview Ave / Ustick RdWiden Locust Grove Rd to 3, 4 or 5 lanes with curb, gutter and pedestrian/bikefacilities. Consider enhanced crossing at Chateau Dr. 2028-2029 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2028-2029.Locust Grove Corridor B: Locust Grove Rd, Fairview Ave / Ustick Rd3 4Fairview Ave and Locust Grove Rd Widen intersection.2020-2023 2024 2029Project programmed to be constructed in 2029.Fairview Ave and Locust Grove Rd4 5Victory Rd, Locust Grove Rd / Eagle RdWidenVictoryRdto3lanes.Includepreferentialbikeandpedestrianinfrastructure.2027-2028 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2027-2028.Victory Corridor B: Victory Rd, Locust Grove Rd / Eagle Rd5 6Ustick Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter,and pedestrian/bike facilities. 2022-2023 2025 2026Project programmed to be constructed in 2026.Ustick Corridor A: Ustick Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd6 7Linder Rd, Cherry Ln / Ustick Rd Widen Linder Rd to include curb, gutter and pedestrian/bikefacilities. Includepreferential bike and pedestrian infrastructure with wayfinding signage.2028-2029 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2028-2029. Concept Study in 2022-2024.Linder Corridor B: Linder Rd, Pine Ave / Ustick Rd7 8Locust Grove Rd, Amity Rd / Victory RdWidenLocustGroveRdtoaminimum3lanes,withpreservationforupto5lanes,with curb, gutter and pedestrian/bike facilities. Includepedestrian crossings atPalermo and Wrightwood. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Locust Grove Corridor B: Locust Grove Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd8 9Victory Rd, Meridian Rd / Locust Grove Rd WidenVictoryRdto3lanes.Includepreferentialbikeandpedestrianinfrastructure. Complete sidewalk/MUP on the south side ofVictory Rd adjacent toCounty outparcel.2027-2028 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2027-2028.Victory Corridor B: Victory Rd, SH 69 (Meridian Rd) / Locust Grove Rd9 10 11 12Ten Mile Rd / Cherry Ln Widen intersection. Intersection improvements to include dual left turn lanes.2028-2029 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2028-2029.Cherry Ln and Ten Mile Rd10 11Eagle Rd / Overland Rd Widen intersection. Intersection improvements to include dual left turn lanes.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.South Meridian Improvements B: Overland Rd and Eagle Rd11 15Locust Grove Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan RdWiden Locust Grove Rd to 3, 4 or 5 lanes; preserve for 5 lanes, with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities. Project should include an enhanced crossing (pedestrianhybrid beacon) on Locust Grove Road at Heritage Park Street;access for MeridianTechnical Charter High School.2028-2029 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2028-2029.Locust Grover Corridor A: Locust Grove Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd12 16Meridian Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd WidenMeridianRdto3,4or5lanes;preservefor5lanes,withcurb,gutter,andpedestrian/bike facilities. Project should include an enhanced pedestrian crossingof Meridian Rd at/near Settlers Park entrance and Sundance Subdivisionmicropath.2027-2028 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2027-2028.Meridian Corridor A: Meridian Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd13 17Ustick Rd and Black Cat Rd Widen intersection.2022-2024 2024 2025Project programmed to be constructed in 2025.Ustick Corridor A: Ustick Rd and Black Cat Rd14 18Ustick, Black Cat to Ten Mile Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter,and pedestrian/bike facilities. 2022-2023 2024 2025Project programmed to be constructed in 2025.Ustick Corridor A: Ustick Rd, Black Cat Rd / Ten Mile Rd15 19Amity Rd, Meridian Rd / Locust Grove RdWidenAmityRdtominimum3laneswithpreservationforupto5lanes.Includepreferential bike and pedestrian infrastructure for Mary McPherson elementaryschool.2023-2024 2029-2030 TBDProgrammed for design in FY2023-2024.Amity Corridor A: Amity Rd, SH69 (Meridian Rd) / Locust Grove Rd16 20 62Black Cat, Franklin to CherryWidenBlackCatRdwithcurb,gutterandpedestrian/bikefacilities.Aninterimhelp could be improvements north of Franklin to the RR tracksnear COMPASSschool. 2029-2030 TBD TBDProject programmed for design in 2029-2030.Black Cat Rd, Franklin Rd / Cherry Ln18 35 Meridian Rd, McMillan Rd / Chinden Blvd Widen Meridian Rd to 3, 4 or 5 lanes; preserve for 5 lanes, withcurb, gutter, andpedestrian/bike facilities. 2027-2028 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2027-2028.Meridian Corridor A: Meridian Rd, McMillan Rd / US 20/26 (Chinden Blvd)1936Lake Hazel Rd and Eagle RdWiden and signalize intersection.2019-20222022-20232025Project programmed to be constructed in 2025.Lake Hazel Rd and Eagle Rd20 37Victory, Linder to Meridian Widen Victory Rd to 3 lanes with curb, gutter and pedestrian/bike facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Victory Corridor D: Victory Rd, Linder Rd / SH 69 (Meridian Rd)21 38Franklin Rd, McDermott Rd / Black Cat Rd Widen Franklin Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter and pedestrian/bike facilities.2024-2025 2028-2029 TBDProject programmed to be constructed in future.Franklin Corridor A: Franklin Rd, McDermott Rd / Black Cat Rd22 39Linder Rd, Chinden Blvd (US 20/26) / SH 44 (State St) WidenLinderRd.withbikeandpedestrianfacilitiesasthisisoneofonlyafewrivercrossings in the County and connects to nearby Eagle Island State Park. Part ofCity's envisioned pathway network.2027 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2027.Linder Rd, Chinden Blvd (US 20/26) / SH 44 (State St)23 40Fairview Ave, Locust Grove Rd / SH 55 (Eagle Rd) Widen Fairview Ave to 7 lanes with curb, gutter pedestrian/bike facilities.2020-2024 TBD 2029Project programmed to be constructed in 2029.Fairview Ave, Locust Grove Rd / SH 55 (Eagle Rd)24 41McMillan Rd and Black Cat Rd Widen intersection.2021-2023 2028 2029Project programmed to be constructed in 2029.McMillan Rd and Black Cat Rd Roundabout25 43Franklin Rd and McDermott Rd Widen intersection. Coordinate design with ITD and the SH-16 improvements.2024-2025 2027-2028 TBDProject programmed to be constructed in future.Franklin Corridor A: Franklin Rd and McDermott Rd26 44Ustick Rd and McDermott Rd Widen intersection.2024-2025 2026 2027Project programmed to be constructed in 2027.Ustick Corridor B: Ustick Rd and McDermott Rd2025 Priority ListRoads & Intersections - CIP Projects (Arterials) Only2024 Priority Ranking2023 Priority Ranking2021 Priority Ranking2020 Priority RankingAgency Project Name Agency Project DescriptionCurrent IFYWP StatusACHD UpdateACHD Implementation Project Name16Item 4.
27 46Ustick Rd and Star Rd Widen intersection.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Ustick Rd and Star Rd28 49Amity Rd and Locust Grove RdConstructinterimsignalizedintersectionwithpreservationforfuturewideningtoaccommodate 5-lane roadways in all directions.2023-2024 2029-2030 TBDProject programmed to be constructed in future.Amity Corridor A: Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd29 50Victory Rd and Linder Rd Widen intersection.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Victory Corridor D: Victory Rd and Linder Rd30 51Locust Grove Rd, McMillan Rd / Chinden Blvd (US 20/26)Widen Locust Grove Rd to 3, 4 or 5 lanes; preserve for 5 lanes, with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Locust Grove Corridor A: Locust Grove Rd, McMillan Rd / US 20/26 (Chinden Blvd)31 52Ustick Rd, McDermott Rd / Black Cat Rd Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter and pedestrian/bike facilities.2024-2025 2026 2027Project programmed to be constructed in 2027.Ustick Corridor B: Ustick Rd, Owyhee Storm Ave / Black Cat Rd32 56Amity, Eagle to CloverdaleWidenAmityRdto5laneswithcurb,gutterandpedestrian/bikefacilities.Includeenhanced pedestrian crossing at Ten Mile Creek pathway crossing and installpedestrian/bike improvements on Amity Rd near the YMCA and City Park so thereare no gaps.2026-2027 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2026-2027.Amity Corridor B: Amity Rd, Eagle Rd / Cloverdale Rd.33 57Amity, Locust Grove to EagleWidenAmityRdto5laneswithcurb,gutterandpedestrian/bikefacilities.Includeenhanced pedestiran crossing at Ten Mile Creek pathway crossing.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Amity Corridor B: Amity Rd, Locust Grove Rd / Eagle Rd34 64Eagle, Lake Hazel to Amity Widen Eagle Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities. 2021-2023 2023-2024 2025Project programmed to be constructed in 2025.Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd1 12 13 14McMillan Rd, Meridian Rd / Locust Grove RdWiden McMillan Rd up to 5-lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk, and bike/pedestrian facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.McMillan Rd, SH 69 (Meridian Rd) / Locust Grove Rd2 13 14 15McMillan Rd, Linder Rd / Meridian RdWiden McMillan Rd up to 5-lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk, and bike/pedestrian facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.McMillan Rd, Linder Rd / SH 69 (Meridian Rd)3 21 28 31Cherry Ln and Black Cat Rd Widen intersection. Address transition from bike-lane to/from MUP.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Cherry Ln and Black Cat Rd4 22Cherry Ln and McDermott Rd Widen intersection.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Cherry Ln and McDermott Rd5 23Cherry Ln, Black Cat Rd / McDermott Rd Widen Cherry Ln with curb, gutter, sidewalk, and bike/pedestrian facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Cherry Ln, McDermott Rd / Black Cat Rd6 24 29 32Fairview Ave, SH 55 (Eagle Rd) / Cloverdale Rd Widen Fairview Ave with curb, gutter, sidewalk, and bike/pedestrian facilities. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Fairview Ave, SH 55 (Eagle Rd) / Cloverdale Rd7 25 32 35Fairview Ave, Meridian Rd / Locust Grove Rd Widen Fairview Ave with curb, gutter, sidewalk, and bike/pedestrian facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Fairview Ave, Meridian Rd / Locust Grove Rd8 26 Ten Mile Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd Widen Ten Mile Rd with curb, gutter, sidewalk, and bike/pedestrian facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedDefer. Operating at a LOS D or better. Reevaluate as conditions change.Ten Mile Rd, Amity Rd / Victory Rd9 27 Amity Rd and Black Cat Rd Widen intersection.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedDefer. Operating at a LOS D or better. Reevaluate as conditions change.Amity Rd and Black Cat Rd10 28 McMillan Rd and Star Rd Widen intersection.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedDefer. Operating at a LOS D or better. Reevaluate as conditions change.McMillan Rd and Star Rd11 n/aLinder, Pine / CherryWiden Linder Rd to include curb, gutter and pedestrian/bike facilities. Include preferential bike and pedestrian infrastructure with wayfinding signage (several nearby and directly adjacent schools). 2028-2029 Future FutureProject programmed to be designed in 2028-2029.Move to programmed list.Linder Corridor B: Linder Rd, Pine Ave / Ustick Rd12 29 Amity Rd and Linder Rd Widen intersection.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedDefer. Operating at a LOS D or better. Reevaluate as conditions change.Amity Rd and Linder Rd13 31 Cherry Ln and Linder Rd Widen intersection.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Cherry Ln and Linder Rd14 n/aUstick Rd and Venable Ln Install full signal or roundabout. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedScoped in 2023. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Ustick Rd and Venable Ln15 42Meridian/Overland Signal Improve intersection operation. This may mean adding additional lanes. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Overland Rd and SH 69 (Meridian Rd)16 53Pine, Linder to Meridian Widen the entire segment to 3-travel lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalks and/or multi-use or mixed-use bikeway.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedProject would require the removal of on-street parking for existing homes. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Pine Ave, Linder Rd / Meridian Rd17Item 4.
17 59Black Cat, Cherry to Ustick Widen with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Blact Cat Rd, Cherry Ln / Ustick Rd18 45McMillan Rd and McDermott Rd Widen intersection.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedDefer. Operating at a LOS D or better. Reevaluate as conditions change.McMillan Rd and McDermott Rd19 47Ten Mile Rd and Chateau Dr Improve intersection. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedDoes not currently meet warrants. ACHD to reevaluate as development occurs in the area.Ten Mile Rd and Chateau Dr20 54Eagle Rd / Fairview AveImprove intersection operation. This may mean adding additional lanes or a grade-separated roadway. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedRequest to be shared with our Traffic division. Reponse pending.Eagle Rd and Fairview Ave21 55Lake Hazel / Discovery ParkImprove intersection/entry into City Park. The improvements could be a signal, roundabout, or other, but should include provisions for pedestrians/bicyclists.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedRequest to be shared with our Traffic division. Reponse pending.Lake Hazel Rd and Discovery Park22 58Victory, Ten Mile to Linder Widen with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Victory Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd23 60Black Cat, Ustick to McMillan Widen with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Black Cat Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd24 61Black Cat, McMillan to Chinden Widen with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Black Cat Rd, McMillan Rd / US 20/26 (Chinden Blvd)25 62McMillan, Black Cat to Ten Mile Widen with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.McMillan Rd, Black Cat Rd / Ten Mile Rd26 63McMillan, Ten Mile to LinderWiden with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities. Project should include an enhanced pedestrian crossing and curb ramps on McMillan Rd at Pantine Way, near Hunter Elementary. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedProject scoped in 2022. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.McMillan Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder Rd27 65Locust Grove, Lake Hazel to AmityWiden Locust Grove Rd up to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, and pedestrian/bike facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Locust Grove Rd, Lake Hazel Rd / Amity Rd28 32 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 ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedProject to be implemented through development. ACHD and Meridian to coordinate implementation as development applications are processed.Fairview Ave Corridor Management, Linder Rd / Orchard St29 n/aLocust Grove and McMillan Improve intersection. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedPlease provide additional information regarding type of request and/or improvements needed. McMillan Rd and Locust Grove Rd30 n/aMeridian and McMillan Improve intersection. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedPlease provide additional information regarding type of request and/or improvements needed. McMillan Rd and SH-69 (Meridian Rd)31 n/aLinder and McMillan Improve intersection. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedPlease provide additional information regarding type of request and/or improvements needed. McMillan Rd and Linder Rd32 n/aTen Mile and McMillan Improve intersection. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedPlease provide additional information regarding type of request and/or improvements needed. McMillan Rd and Ten Mile Rd1 1 Stoddard Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd (Stoddard Rd, Victory Rd / Kodiak Dr)ReconstructStoddardRd,betweenVictoryRdandOverlandRdto3-lanes,7'attached sidewalks and bike lanes. Project includes bridge #2085 and anenhanced pedestrian crossing (pedestrian hybrid beacon) at Victory and Stoddard(CM214-27). Bike lanes may be replaced by a pathway per the Bike Master PlanUpdate.2023 2027 TBDProject programmed to be constructed in future.South Meridian Improvements A: Stoddard Rd, Victory Rd / Overland Rd2 2East 03rd St, Franklin Rd / Carlton Ave (Phase 1)Constructstreetscapeimprovements,includingcurb,gutter,sidewalk,andimproved UPRR crossing, from Franklin Rd to Carlton Ave in accordance with theDowntown Meridian Neighborhood Plan.2025-2026 2027 TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2025-2026.Meridian Downtown Improvements A: East 03rd St, Franklin Rd / Carlton St3 10 21 23Linder Rd, Washington St / Maple St IncludepreferentialbikeandpedestrianinfrastructrenearMeridianHighSchool.Complete sidewalk on the west side of Linder Rd, between Washington St andMaple St.These improvements are needed sooner than what is planned with theroadway project.2028-2029 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2026. Concept Study in 2022-2024.Linder Corridor B: Linder Rd, Pine Ave / Ustick Rd4 14 31 N/ALinder Road, Maple Avenue / Cherry LaneInclude preferential bike and pedestrian infrastructure for existing schools and City park. These improvements are needed sooner than what is planned with the roadway project.2028-2030 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2026. Concept Study in 2022-2024. Linder Corridor B: Linder Rd, Pine Ave / Ustick Rd5 3McMillan Rd, Ten Mile Rd / Linder RdCityrequestsdetachedconcretesidewalkwithcurbingbetweenGoddardCreekWay and Wild Goose Way. City requests a pedestrian crossing across McMillannear Hunter Elementary (near Palatine Way).See Priority #18 below; pleaseconstruct concurrently. 2029-2030 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2029-2030.North Meridian Improvements B: McMillan Rd, Goddard Creek Way / Wild Goose WayCommunity Programs - Collectors & Local Roadways18Item 4.
6 4Main St and King Street Pedestrian CrossingInstallanenhancedpedestriancrossingofMainStatKingStreet.MainStreetnorthbound has 3 lanes and creates a safety concern.N/A TBD 2026Project to be completed through RPI initiative.Main St and King St Pedestrian Crossing7 6 12 20Bower St, Meridian Rd / E. 03rd St Complete sidewalks and add wayfinding signage on Bower St, between MeridianRd and E. 03rd St.2029-2030 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in FY2029-2030. North Boise Improvements B: Bower St, Meridian Rd / East 03rd St8 8Pine Ave and W. 1st St Pedestrian Crossing Install an enhanced pedestrian crossing (rectangular rapid flashing beacon) onPine Ave at W 01st St to improve access to Meridian Elementary School.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Meridian Downtown Improvements B: Pine Ave and 01st St Pedestrian Crossing9 9McMillan Rd, Locust Grove Rd / Red Horse WayComplete sidewalk gap on the north side of McMillan Rd, between Locust GroveRd and Red Horse Way.2026 2028 2029Project programmed to be constructed in 2029.North Meridian Improvements A: McMillan Rd, Red Horse Way / Locust Grove Rd10 12Locust Grove Rd and Palermo Dr Pedestrian SignalInstall an enhanced pedestrian signal and lighting on the north side of Palermo Drat Locust Grove Rd.2022-2023 2024 2028Project programmed to be constructed in 2028.South Meridian Improvments A: Locust Grove Rd and Palermo Dr Pedestrian Crossing11 16Locust Grove Road, Leighfield Drive to Star LaneConnectgapfromexistingsidewalkonwestsideofLocustGroveRd,alongwithimproving narrow sidewalk on east side of roadway newar Leighfield Dr and StarDr; east side of Locust Grove Rd to connect with an existing path to the school nearParadise Ln and Grand Canyon Dr; and install an enhanced crossing (PHB) onLocust Grove Rd at Heritage Park St, near Meridian Technical Charter High School.These improvements are needed sooner than what is planned with the roadwayproject. 2028-2029 TBD TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2028-2029. Locust Grove Corridor A: Locust Grove Rd, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd12 18Linder-Meridian Bikeway, Cherry Lane / Chinden Boulevard Install bike facilities. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.North Meridian Improvements B: Linder-Meridian Bikeway, Pine Ave / Temple Dr13 23 60 N/AMcDermott Road, Ustick Road to McMillan RoadInstallpedestrian/bikefacilitiesonthewestsideofMcDermottRdconnectingtoinfrastructure on Ustick Rd and McMillan Rd for connectivity to Owyhee HighSchool. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.McDermott Rd Pedestrian Facilities, Ustick Rd / McMillan Rd14 25Central Meridian Bikeway, Blue Heron Street / Chinden BoulevardInstallbikefacilitiesalongtheCentralMeridianBikewayfromBlueHeronStreettoChinden Boulevard. N/A N/A 2029Project programmed to be constructed in 2029.Bikeway Signage (2029) 15 29Chinden-McMillan Bikeway, Ten Mile Road / Sedona DriveInstallbikefacilitiesalongtheChinden-McMillanBikewayfromTenMileRoadtoSedona Drive.Note: Most of the stretch already is built or has an alternativepathway; Locust grove to City Limits still needed.N/A N/A 2029Project programmed to be constructed in 2029.Bikeway Signage (2029) 17 31Hollandale-Targee Bikeway, Locust Grove Road / Eagle RoadInstall signage and pavement markings along Hollandale-TargeeBikeway fromLocust Grove Rd to Eagle Rd.2026-2027 2028 TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2026-2027. Southwest Boise Improvements B: Hollandale-Targee Bikeway, Locust Grove Rd / Entertainment Ave18 32McMillan Rd and Palatine Way Pedestrian CrossingInstall an enhanced pedestrian crossing and curb ramps on McMillan Rd atPalantine Way. See Priority #5 above; please construct concurrently.2026 2027 TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2026.North Meridian Improvements A: McMillan Rd and Palatine Way Pedestrian Crossing19 33Broadway Ave, West 07th St / West 04th StComplete sidewalks on the south side of Broadway Ave, between West 07th St andWest 04th St. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Meridian Downtown Improvements C: Broadway Ave, West 08th St / West 04th St20 34East 2 1/2 St, Carlton Ave / Fairview AveInstall sidewalk on the west and/or east side of 2 1/2 St, south of Fairview Ave nearCole Valley Christian School.2025-2026 2027 TBDProject programmed to be designed in 2025-2026.Meridian Downtown Improvements A: East 2 1/2 St, Carlton Ave / Fairview Ave21 39Locust Grove Rd and Woodbridge Dr Pedestrian CrossingInstall an enhanced pedestrian crossing of Locust Grove Rd at Woodbridge Dr orWatertower St.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedEscalated project costs have resulted in some projects being deferred.Meridian Downtown Improvements B: Locust Grove Rd and Woodbridge Dr Pedestrian Crossing1 38E. 3rd, Carlton to FairviewExtend roadway and construct streetscape improvements, including curb, gutter, sidewalk, and improved UPRR crossing, from Carlton Ave to Fairview Ave in accordance with several downtown plans and studies.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedExtension to be completed through development. Duplicate request. Recommend combining with other request.East 03rd St, Carlton St / Fairview Ave (Phase 2)2 15 41 N/AUstick-Cherry Bikeway, Black Cat Road / Chateau DriveInstall bike facilities. Several (likely 5) segments needed. City requests ACHD's assistance in prioritizing and scoping corridor connections (likely east to west.)Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedScoped in 2024. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Ustick-Cherry Bikeway, Black Cat Rd / Hickory Way3 19Cherry Ln, Linder Rd / Meridian Rd Install bike facilities along Cherry Ln from Linder Rd to Meridian Rd Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Cherry Ln Bikeway, Linder Rd / Meridian Rd4 20 40 N/ATen Mile-Linder Bikeway, Linder Road / Chinden Boulevard Install bike facilities, signing and pavement markings.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedScoped in 2020. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Ten Mile-Linder Bikeway, W 08th St / Chinden Blvd5 21 37 N/AMcMillan-Ustick Bikeway, Cool River Avenue / Eagle Road Install bike facilities. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedScoped in 2020. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.McMillan-Ustick Bikeway (Phase 3), Linder Rd / Eagle Rd)6 34 Broadway Ave / Idaho Ave Extension, East06th St / Locust Grove RdExtend roadway from its current terminus at NE 6th St to Stonehenge Way/ Commercial Dr and construct streetscape improvements, including curb, gutter, sidewalk/MUP. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedDefer. To be considered as properties redevelopment.Broadway Ave / Idaho Ave Extension, 06th St / Locust Grove Rd7 22W Park Creek Dr, Crosswalk at N Deer Creek Ln Install enhanced crossing with hawk signal or RRFBNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates. Project Scoped as part of Black Cat-Ten Mile Bikeway in FY2023 Scoping Effort. North Meridian Improvements B: Park Creek Dr and Deer Creek Ln Pedestrian Crossing19Item 4.
8W 7th St, Cedarburg Dr to Washington St.Install sidewalk to fix gap on NW 7th St. This gap prevents connection from the sidewalk from the south and east from connecting to the micro-path at Meridian Middle School/8th St.2022-2023 2024 2025Included in the Meridian Downtown Pavement and Pedestrian Improvements (2025) project.Move to programmed list.Meridian Downtown Pavement and Pedestrian Improvements (2025)9 11Fairview Terrace to Chief JosephPedestrian connection (sidewalk) between Barbara Dr in Fairview Terrace Park to E. Willowbrook Dr and Chief Joseph Elementary on Chateau Drive. Need right-of-way.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Chief Joseph Elementary Pedestrian Improvements10 26N Naomi Ave, Ustick to PonderosaInstall 20mph school zone signs. Should this be an enhanced crossing or 20mph or both?Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedRequest to be shared with our Traffic division. Reponse pending.Ponderosa Elementary School Zone Flashers11 27Locust Grove-Eagle Bikeway, Pine Avenue / McMillan RoadInstall bike facilities. Several (likely 3) segments needed. City requests ACHD's assistance in prioritizing and scoping corridor connections (likely south to north.)Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedScoped in 2020. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Locust Grove-Eagle Bikeway, Pine Ave / Chinden Blvd12 28Nola Rd, south of Pine Ave (Middle School)Construct pedestrian/bicycle faciliteis on Nola Rd from Pine Ave to Crossroads Middle School/RR Tracks. See Priority #19 below; construct concurrently.N/A N/A 2025Project added to Safe Sidewalk Program (2025). To be constructed in 2025.Move to programmed list.Safe Sidewalk Program (2025)13 36Stockenham Enhanced Cross-walksRemove mid-block cross-walk by Hillsdale Elementary School and add enhanced cross-walks at Lachlan and near Rockhampton/Hill Park St. Update school zone signs and flashers.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedScoped in 2020 - Deferred/Consider keeping central mid-block pedestrian crossing. Moving crossings would put students into parking lot. To be reviewed with WASD. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Hillsdale Elementary Pedestrian Crossings and School Zone14 37Taormina Drive at Maesaia Way Install sidewalk to fix gap on south side of Taormina Dr near Maesaia Way. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Taormina Dr, Maesaia Way / W/O Stromboli Pl15 42Woodbridge Neighborhood Bike StudyStudy the connectivity and bikeability of the Woodbridge neighborhood, between Locust Grove Rd and Eagle Rd, north of I-84.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Woodbridge Neighborhood Bike Study16 43Watertower St at Rebound School Install a painted crosswalk on Watertower St at Rebound School.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedACHD Traffic Engineering does not recommend installation. Crossing activity is caused by parent drop off.Watertower St and Rebound School Pedestrian Crossing17 45St. Ignatius School Pedestrian Signal Install pedestrian signal on Meridian Rd at Producer Dr.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedProject scoped in 2019. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Meridian Rd and Producer Dr Pedestrian Crossing18 46West 02nd St, UPRR / Broadway AveComplete sidewalk on both sides of West 02nd St, between the Union Pacific Railroad and Broadway Ave to address parking concerns in this area.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedSidewalk scoped "No Go" in 2015. Agencies to coordinate if other solutions identified.West 02nd, UPRR / Broadway Ave19 47Nola Rd and Crossroads Middle School Pedestrian CrossingInstall a painted crosswalk on Nola Rd at Crossroads Middle School. See Priority #12 above; construct concurrently.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Nola Rd and Crossroads Middle School Pedestrian Crossing20 49Gondola-Malta Bikeway, Black Cat Road / Goddard Creek Way Install bike facilities.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedScoped in 2023 - Deferred/waiting for development to complete roadway network for connectivity. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Gondola-Malta Bikeway, W/O Black Cat Rd / Goddard Creek Way21 51Montague Way, Amity Road / Santo Stefano Drive Install sidewalk on east side of Montague Way from Amity Rd to Santo Stefano Dr. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedMontague Way is a collector and roadway improvements to be completed through redevelopment.Montague Way, Amity Rd / Santo Stefano Dr22 54Black Cat-Ten Mile Bikeway, Cherry Lane / Ustick Road Install bike facilities along the Black Cat-Ten Mike Bikeway. Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedScoped in 2023. To be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Black Cat-Ten Mile Bikeway (Phase 1), Cherry Ln / Ustick Rd23 n/aLocust Grove, Pine to Franklin MUPInstall multi-use pathway, between Pine Ave and Franklin Rd. This would connect the pathway on Pine Ave, west of Locust Grove Rd to Franklin Rd, where the pathway then resumes along the Five Mile Creek. This would replace some existing sidewalk with a multiuse pathway. .Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedTo be evaluated and prioritized for possible inclusion into future IFYWP updates.Locust Grove Rd, Pine Ave / Franklin Rd Pathway24 n/aAmerican Fork (Kodiak)/Linder Signalize intersection. Near Victory Middle School and bus stops.Not ProgrammedNot ProgrammedNot ProgrammedRequest to be shared with our Traffic division. Reponse pending.Linder Rd and Kodiak Dr Pedestrian Crossing*Programming status is subject to change. 20Item 4.
2026-2030 FYP KEY DATES*
*Dates are subject to change
PROJECT PHASE DATE NOTES
PARTNER AGENCY PRIORITIZATION
KICK-OFF NOTICE
11/26/2024 Kick-off notice sent to Partner Agencies
PARTNER AGENCY PRIORITY LIST
DISCUSSION MEETING & FYP KICK-
OFF
12/5/2024 Open discussion on current priority list process,
prioritization tool updates, and 2026-2030 FYP
Kick-off
PUBLIC OUTREACH (OPENS) 1/8/2025 Public outreach opens with updated interactive
map
EARLY FYP CHECK-IN – WORK
SESSION
1/15/2025 ACHD Commission Work Session on FYP
process/timeline, etc.
PUBLIC OUTREACH (CLOSES) 2/5/2025 Public outreach closes (Requests will be
transmitted to Partner Agencies within 1 week of
closure)
PARTNER AGENCY PROJECT
REQUESTS DUE
3/19/2025 Partner Agency requests due to ACHD
PARTNER AGENCY, PUBLIC, &
PRIORITIZATION REVIEW – WORK
SESSION
5/14/2025 ACHD Commission Work Session to review public
outreach results and Partner Agency requests &
prioritization scoring results
2026-2030 FYP INTIAL DRAFT – WORK
SESSION
7/16/2025 ACHD Commission Work Session on draft plan
2026-2030 FYP DRAFT – RELEASE 7/17/2025 Draft FYP will be released through interactive
map
2026-2030 FYP PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE TBD Outreach Meetings to introduce draft plan to the
public & ACHD advisory committees. Dates to be
determined
2026-2030 FYP DRAFT
PUBLIC/PARTNER COMMENT PERIOD
7/17/2025 -
8/13/2025
Initial Draft public & partner agency comment
period
PARTER AGENCY COMMENTS DUE
on 2026-2030 FYP DRAFT PLAN
8/13/2025 Partner Agency comments on Initial Draft FYP
due. All comments will be shared with ACHD
Commission
ACHD FY2026 BUDGET ADOPTION –
PUBLIC HEARING
8/27/2025 ACHD Commission Public Hearing on adoption of
FY2026-27 Budget
PARTNER AGENCY/PUBLIC
COMMENT REVIEW – WORK SESSION
9/3/2025 ACHD Commission Work Session to review
Public/Partner Agency comments received on the
draft FYP
2026-2030 FYP ADOPTION – PUBLIC
HEARING
9/24/2025 ACHD Commission Public Hearing
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Item 4.
MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Hether Hill Meeting Date: January 6, 2024
Topic: Staff Communications
Below are summaries of relevant correspondences received by City Staff since the last TC meeting.
CORRESPONDENCE #1:
From: Tara Smith <tsmith@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Monday, December 23, 2024 11:55 AM
To: haileymahan1999@gmail.com
Subject: RE: Rock harbor church chinden
Good morning Hailey,
We are aware of this issue and the City has been working with all of their partners (Police Department, ACHD,
ITD, Transportation Commission, etc) to address this issue over the last several months. This traffic control is
not being done by the members of the Church, rather they have hired MAV Event Services to specifically handle
this issue. They have a permit from ACHD to conduct traffic control and should be working with residents living
off Tree Haven to come and go from their homes. If you stop and speak with them, they should let you through,
however, I'm sure if you try to drive through them without discussion, it would be met with resistance. They are
going to be there every Sunday in perpetuity, so please try and work with them. This would be a much bigger
mess if no one was flagging. If you have concerns about them not letting you through, or have questions about
how residents can more easily pass by, please reach out to MAV info@maveventservices.com or (208) 573-9514
for guidance.
Thank you,
Tara Smith | Traffic Sergeant
Meridian Police Department
1401 E. Watertower St., Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-846-7397 | Fax: 208-846-7366
All e-mail messages sent to or received by City of Meridian e-mail accounts are subject to the Idaho law,
in regards to both release and retention, and may be released upon request, unless exempt from disclosure by law.
-----Original Message-----
From: haileymahan1999@gmail.com <haileymahan1999@gmail.com>
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Sent: Sunday, December 22, 2024 1:01 PM
To: MPD <mpd@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Rock harbor church chinden
External Sender - Please use caution with links or attachments.
The rock harbor church off of Chinden on Sundays puts up cones and not allowing residents to enter their home.
We only have one entrance to our home and they block it off. We have to tell them to move the cones and
sometimes they tell us no. We are not members of this church so we do not know why they do this but every
week it is getting worse. They usually just have members standing there in the middle of the road not letting
people in but now they put up cones blocking the whole road to residential areas.
Sent from my iPhone
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