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TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Monday, January 7th, 2019 – 3:30 pm
Council Chambers - Meridian City Hall - 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
1. Roll Call:
Tracy Hopkins Bryan Leisle ___ Luke Cavener (e x-officio)
Ryan Lancaster Ryan Hall ___ Shawn Martin (ex -officio)
Stephen Lewis David McKinney ___ Toni Tisdale (ex -officio)
David Ballard Charlene Pedersen ___ Brian Parker (ex -officio)
Tricia Matthews Justin Price (ex -officio) ___ Miranda Carson (ex -officio)
2. Adoption of the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes From December 3rd, 2018 Meetings
4. Introduction of Commissioner Pedersen
5. Old Business Items
a. Transportation Projects Update
6. New Business Items
a. Meridian Police Department Status Report
b. ACHD Roadways to Bikeways Plan
c. Vehicle Sharing Update
d. 2018 End of Year Report
e. Staff Communications
f. Election of 2019 Officers
7. Future Meeting Topics
a. Paramount Parking (February)
b. 2019 Priorities (February)
c. Linder Village Project Update
d. Master Mobility Map
e. Comprehensive Plan Update
8. Next Meeting Date: February 4, 2019
9. Adjournment
Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
January 7, 2019
Council Chambers — Meridian City Hall • 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
I. Roll Call
(Meeting called to order at 3:31 p.m.; You Tube started and roll taken)
x Tracy Hopkins
X Ryan Lancaster
X Stephen Lewis
x David Ballard
X Tricia Matthews
x Brian Leisle
x Ryan Hall
X David McKinney (arrived late)
p Charlene Pedersen
o Justin Price (ex -officio)
p Luke Cavener (ex -officio)
X Shawn Martin (ex -officio)
(arrived late)
x Toni Tisdale (ex -officio)
(arrived late)
X Brian Parker (ex -officio)
p Miranda Carson (ex -officio)
Others Present; Justin Lucas, Chad Olsen, Ted Baird, and Caleb Hood
2. Adoption of the Agenda
Chairman Ballard asked for agenda changes or a motion to adopt. Commissioner Lewis
recommended amending the agenda to move item 6f up on the agenda between item 3 and 4,
and motioned to adopt as amended; second by Commissioner Hopkins — all ayes- motion
carried. A discussion regarding a tabled item, truck routes was had, and where that topic should
be located on a future agenda. Chairman Ballard made clarification and moved onto item 3.
3. Approval of Minutes from December 3, 2018 Meeting.
Chairman Ballard asked for any corrections to the December 3rd meeting minutes.
Commissioner Lewis motioned to approve the December 3rd, 2018 minutes as presented;
second by Commissioner McKinney — all ayes — motion carried.
6.f. Election of 2019 Officers (Chairman Ballard) — (as amended to the Agenda)
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for nominations for Chairman for 2019. Commissioner
Hopkins nominated Commissioner Stephen Lewis. Commissioner McKinney nominated
Chairman Ballard to serve for an additional term. Chairman Ballard noted that he is willing to
serve one more year as the Chair. Second by Commissioner Lewis for Chairman Ballard to
serve one additional year as the Chairman. Chairman Ballard called for the vote — unanimous
vote of Chairman Ballard to remain as the Chairman.
Chairman Ballard opened nominations for Vice -Chair. Commissioner Stephen Lewis was
nominated by Chairman Ballard, second made by Commissioner Leisle. Commission David
a Chairman Ballard closed nominations and called for
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the vote, I vote for Commissioner Lewis, 7 votes cast for Commissioner McKinney to become
the Vice -Chair — motion carried with Commissioner McKinney being the Vice -Chair for 2019.
4. Introduction of Commissioners Pedersen
Chairman Ballard noted that Youth Commissioner Pedersen was not present and closed the
item.
S. Old Business Items
a. Transportation Projects Update (memo attached; C. Hood)
Mr. Hood began by noting that the Transportation Projects Update memo begins on page 6 of
the packet. Mr. Hood reminded the Commission that all new information will be in BOLD. Mr.
Hood noted that there are not many new updates this month, but is happy to field questions
and provide further detailed information on any items in the memo.
Mr. Hood noted that Mr. Wasdahl, although not in attendance, was instrumental in providing
information for the ITD projects update on page 8. Mr. Hood continued his update by
highlighting the Victory Road Bridge project, east of Locust Grove, and that the road closure
was going on through late spring 2019.
Mr. Hood closed with a brief review of the shared vehicle program in Meridian noted on page
10. An update regarding Lime and vehicle sharing would be discussed later in today's meeting.
Mr. Hood stood for questions.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for further discussion, which took place, regarding projects
on the 90 -day bid list, revised draft MOU for Lime and Continuous Flow Intersections.
Chairman Ballard noted that ex -officio Mr. Martin arrived during this agenda item.
6. New Business Items
a. Meridian Police Department Status Report (Sgt. Arnold)
Sgt. Stacy Arnold was absent, report -out will be held for next meeting.
b. ACHD Roadways to Bikeways Plan (Justin Lucas)
Mr. Justin Lucas with ACHD gave a brief introduction of himself. Mr. Lucas then provided an
overview and update of the ACHD bicycle program and the adopted Roadways to Bikeways
Plan addendum. The original ACHD Bicycle Master Plan was adopted in 2009. Several steps
were taken to refine and enhance the plan over the next several years, which was updated and
most recently adopted in 2018. ACRD was specific in what they focused on with the addendum
- low stress bike routes - an area for cyclists to operate not on a busy street. Mr. Lucas
summarized the trends over the last several years and the goals and objectives of ACHD, now,
and building a network around low -stress routes. Mr. Lucas also shared the status report
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template that ACHD developed as part of their Annual Report. Mr. Lucas briefly reviewed the
areas of the report and moved onto the facilities definitions matrix and clarifying the levels, by
tying the type of bikeway to the characteristics of the street. Mr. Lucas reviewed the matrix and
then moved onto reviewing the bicycle prioritization projects and how they overlay with the
facilities matrix. All the maps are available via ACHD's website. Mr. Lucas stood for questions.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussions, comments and questions, which took place.
c. Vehicle Sharing Update (C. Hood)
Mr. Hood gave a brief review and history of this topic, having stemmed from the LimeBike
presentations and deployment earlier in 2018. City Staff is developing a draft ordinance based
document, which will be presented to Council. The ordinance will follow a franchise model
with fees through the Clerk's Office. Mr. Hood will forward the draft ordinance information to
the Commission for their review. Staff is anticipating a redeployment of LimeBike and other
company's inventory by March of 2019. Mr. Hood concluded and stood for questions.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussion, questions and comments, which took place.
Questions were raised about parking of the motorized vehicles, right of way, and use in City
Parks, etc.
d. 2018 End of Year Report (C. Hood)
Mr. Hood briefly reviewed this item as he was part of the assisting the Chair and Vice -Chair in
drafting the document. Mr. Hood is waiting for the City Clerk to provide a date, most likely in
February, for the Commission to present the report. Mr. Hood asked the Commission to
provide comments or to vote to adopt.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for comments and called for a vote to adopt. A motion to
adopt the report as written was made by Commissioner Hopkins, second by Commissioners
McKinney and Lewis — all ayes — motion passed.
e. Staff Communications (memo attached; C. Hood)
Mr. Hood did a brief review of the Staff Communications information, which begins on page 14
of the packet. Mr. Hood briefly reviewed the first item and requested that the Commission
come prepared to the February meeting with recommendations/comments on 2019 priority
projects. The Commission's recommendations need to be provided to Council in advance of
the ACHD March 15`h deadline. Mr. Hood also noted that at the February meeting
homeowners from the Paramount Subdivision would be present to discuss parking, speeding
and pedestrian traffic around Rocky Mountain High School.
Mr. Hood concluded his update and stood for questions.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussion or follow-up, which occurred. Mr. Baird will
provide to the Commission, the hearing ground rules script that the P&Z Commission uses for
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the Paramount discussion. Mr. Hood will add the Siena Elementary/Capulet crosswalk/crossing
to the draft priorities list and send to the Commission for their prioritization. Commissioner
Lewis also inquired about an update from the January 30" meeting, noted on page 15. Mr. Hood
reminded the Commission that the meeting on the 30`" was directed from Mayor to Chief
Lavey, as it related to the Residential Parking District recommendation that the Commission
had put forth to the Council. The January 30`" meeting is open to anyone, but is not a hearing.
7. Future Meeting Topics
Chairman Ballard called for any additional topics to be added to Future Meeting Topics. No
changes were made, however Chairman Ballard mentioned that he may not be at the February
4t' meeting. Mr. Hood also noted some formatting changes to the packet the Commission
receives, the fit/feel will be the same but there will be a cover memo accompanying each item
beginning next month.
a. Paramount Parking (February)
b. 2019 Priorities (February)
c. Linder Village Project Update
d. Master Mobility Map
e. Comprehensive Plan Update
8. Next Meeting Date: February 4, 2019
9. Adjourn
A motion by Commissioner Lewis to adjourn was made; second by Commissioner Hopkins —
all ayes — motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 4:51 p.m.
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parking in the neighborhood around Rocky Mountain High School. Mr. Hood addressed the City
Council on November 13th regarding the issues of Compression Brakes and at that meeting Mr.
Hood also discussed the concerns of the Paramount Subdivision residents and the parking issue
around Rocky Mountain High School, and the request of implementing a residential parking
district. Council was appreciative of the Commissions efforts to hear the concerns of the
residents but would like Chief Lavey to meet with those residents prior to considering a parking
district. Mr. Hood moved on to page 17 and the Chinden West 20/26 update and highlighted the
schedule updates and the advancement of road section construction. The final update Mr. Hood
provided was regarding the 129,000 pound truck route and the public meeting being held at
Mountain View High School on December 5th from 4-7pm. Mr. Hood concluded his update and
stood for questions.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussion or follow-up with Mr. Hood. No discussion
was had and item 6e was closed.
7. Future Meeting Topics
Chairman Ballard called for any additional topics to be added to the January agenda and opened
the floor for discussion. Discussion was had around removing item 7e; there was no opposition
for removing the item.
a. Election of Officers (January)
b. Linder Village Project Update
c. Master Mobility Map
d. Comprehensive Plan Update
e. Local Jurisdiction on State Highways
8. Next Meeting Date: January 7, 2019
9. Adjourn
A motion by Commissioner Lewis to adjourn was made; second by Commissioner Hopkins — all
ayes — motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m.
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TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Monday, January 7th, 2019 – 3:30 pm
Council Chambers - Meridian City Hall - 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
1. Roll Call:
Tracy Hopkins Bryan Leisle ___ Luke Cavener (ex-officio)
Ryan Lancaster Ryan Hall ___ Shawn Martin (ex-officio)
Stephen Lewis David McKinney ___ Toni Tisdale (ex-officio)
David Ballard Charlene Pedersen ___ Brian Parker (ex-officio)
Tricia Matthews Justin Price (ex-officio) ___ Miranda Carson (ex-officio)
2. Adoption of the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes From December 3rd, 2018 Meeting
4. Introduction of Commissioner Pedersen
5. Old Business Items
a. Transportation Projects Update (memo attached; C. Hood)
6. New Business Items
a. Meridian Police Department Status Report (Sgt. Arnold)
b. ACHD Roadways to Bikeways Plan (Justin Lucas)
c. Vehicle Sharing Update (C. Hood)
d. 2018 End of Year Report (attachment; C. Hood)
e. Staff Communications (memo attached; C. Hood)
f. Election of 2019 Officers (Chairman Ballard)
7. Future Meeting Topics
a. Paramount Parking (February)
b. 2019 Priorities (February)
c. Linder Village Project Update
d. Master Mobility Map
e. Comprehensive Plan Update
8. Next Meeting Date: February 4, 2019
9. Adjournment
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Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
December 3, 2018
Council Chambers – Meridian City Hall 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
1. Roll Call
(Meeting called to order at 3:40 p.m.; You Tube started and roll taken)
x Tracy Hopkins x Brian Leisle x Luke Cavener (ex-officio)
x Ryan Lancaster o Ryan Hall x Shawn Martin (ex-officio)
x Stephen Lewis x David McKinney (arrived late) x Toni Tisdale (ex-officio)
x David Ballard o Charlene Pedersen x Brian Parker (ex-officio)
x Tricia Matthews x Mark Wasdahl for Justin
Price (ex-officio)
x Miranda Carson (ex-officio)
Others Present: Alan Ginkle, Ted Baird, Sgt. Stacy Arnold and Caleb Hood
2. Adoption of the Agenda
Chairman Ballard asked for agenda changes or a motion to adopt. Commissioner Lancaster
recommended postponing item 4, the Introduction of Commissioner Pedersen, as she was absent.
No further discussion or changes were made and Commissioner Lancaster made a motion to
approve the agenda as amended; second by Commissioner Hopkins – all ayes – motion carried.
3. Approval of Minutes from November 5, 2018 Meeting.
Chairman Ballard asked for any additions or corrections to the November5th meeting minutes. Mr.
Hood noted two corrections: that Commissioner Matthews was present for the November
meeting and that Justin Price, not David Price, was present and represented ITD in November.
With the corrections noted Commissioner Lancaster motioned to approve the November 5th,
2018 minutes; second by Commissioner Hopkins – all ayes – motion carried.
4. Introduction of Commissioners Pedersen
Chairman Ballard noted the earlier motion to postpone Commissioner Pedersen’s introduction and
moved onto Old Business.
5. Old Business Items
a. Transportation Projects Update (memo attached; C. Hood)
Mr. Hood began by noting the Transportation Projects Update memo begins on page 6 of the
packet. Mr. Hood reminded the Commission that all new information will be in BOLD. Mr. Hood
noted that the winter season is here so there are not many new updates this month. Mr. Hood is
happy to field questions and provide further detailed information on any items in the memo.
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Mr. Hood touched on the US 20/26 item under the ITD Projects section which begins at the
bottom of page 8; more information on this item can be found under Staff Communications on
page 17 of the packet.
Mr. Hood also noted that Mr. Wasdahl mentioned to him that a number of the Transportation
Memo items are a year old and this section may need revision to make it more useful. Mr. Hood
anticipates Mr. Wasdahl will be providing some additional context on items included under the ITD
heading.
Mr. Hood closed with a brief update on the Compression Brake Ordinance topic and that he
brought that information forward to City Council on November 13th. There were a few members
from the public that were present, but no testimony was heard, as this was just a staff presentation.
The City Council reviewed the information presented and openly discussed with Staff at the
meeting and further instructed Staff to draft an ordinance to bring back at a future meeting.
Councilman Cavener added some additional comments and perspective on Council’s instructions
and moving this forward and getting community testimony. Chairman Ballard, unfortunately was
not able to attend that meeting, but is supportive of further working with Staff and Council on an
ordinance.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for further discussion, which took place. Commissioner
Lancaster inquired about Lime and any updates. Mr. Hood shared that the City’s Legal Department
has drafted an ordinance and a corresponding MOU and shared that with both Lime and Bird. Mr.
Hood will be meeting with Lime and Bird to get some training on their mobile app. Mr. Hood also
shared that City Council would be getting an update prior to the relaunch no later than March 15th,
2019. Councilman Cavener also clarified that an invitation would be sent to both Lime and Bird to
attend the Council Workshop in January. Councilman Cavener would be happy to share that
memo information at the next Transportation Commission meeting.
(Commissioner McKinney arrived during this agenda item)
Chairman Ballard closed item 5a and moved on to New Business.
6. New Business Items
a. Meridian Police Department Status Report (Sgt. Arnold)
Sgt. Stacy Arnold addressed the Commission and gave a brief update. There have been two fatality
accidents since November’s meeting and one motor patrol officer has retired. Sgt. Arnold stood
for questions.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for any follow up from the Commission to Sgt. Arnold.
Discussion was had and the item was closed.
b. Hillsdale Elementary Busing (Sara Aguilera)
Mr. Hood updated the Commission that he had reached out to Ms. Aguilera and informed her that
this topic would be on today’s agenda. Earlier today Ms. Aguilar sent an email to Mr. Hood and
indicated she would not be in attendance and that she would leave the issue in other’s hands to
pursue. Mr. Hood noted there is some background information in the packet, and this has been
discussed by the School Zone Subcommittee, but at this time there is no additional action from the
Commission.
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Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussion. Discussion took place. Chairman Ballard
mentioned that if the neighborhood group would like to address the Commission in the future they
are welcome.
c. Truck Routes (D. Ballard)
Chairman Ballard gave a brief, high-level overview of the topic. This was brought up in a previous
meeting and the question was asked if the City should consider a truck route ordinance. Chairman
Ballard did some research and sent out, to the Commission, some information regarding truck
ordinances within other cities. Commissioner Matthews provided some additional perspective
which was distributed at the meeting, combined with Chairman Ballard’s research. Chairman
Ballard mentioned that Mr. Alan Ginkle was in the audience and suggested that if the Commission
had questions he, as the past Chairman of the Idaho Trucking Association and trucking business
owner, would be a good resource to tap for real life context/feedback. Chairman Ballard
mentioned there are some safety statues municipalities must consider if/when drafting a truck
ordinance and also gave kudos to Commissioner Matthews for the work product that was
distributed at the meeting.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussion. A robust discussion took place, including
reviewing the Future Land Use Map and where truck traffic exists or could potentially increase in
the future. Chairman Ballard inquired to Mr. Martin on any research that ACHD has done
regarding truck routes. Mr. Martin noted that ACHD had done some truck route research in the
late 90s in the area of Boise and Garden City, that was not successful, i.e. the Curtis Road
extension/Orchard Truck Route (no ordinance for compliance-so truckers used Curtis Rd.
anyway). Mr. Martin’s suggestion would be for the Commission to focus on where they don’t want
trucks to travel rather than identifying the preferred routes. The Commission discussed what
problem they were trying to solve and if prohibiting trucks on certain routes, or encouraging them
on others, made sense.
Motion by Commissioner Lewis to table the item for now; second by Commissioner Hopkins – all
ayes – motion passed.
d. 2018 End of Year Report (C. Hood)
Mr. Hood wanted to briefly touch base with the Commission and ensure everyone was in
agreement on the process for putting together the 2018 End of Year Report that would be shared
with City Council. Mr. Hood summarized that he will work with Chairman Ballard and Vice-Chair
Lewis to put together information for the annual report. That report will then be provided to the
Transportation Commission at the January meeting. Mr. Hood will also work with Chairman
Ballard to coordinate a date for some time in February/March to have him, or the newly elected
Chairman, present the Report to City Council.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussion. There was no disagreement in Mr. Hood’s
proposed process and item 6d was closed.
e. Staff Communications (memo attached; C. Hood)
Mr. Hood did a brief review of the Staff Communications information which begins on page 11 of
the packet. Item one is the communication from Ms. Aguilara and the walk zone that was discussed
earlier in today’s meeting. The second item Mr. Hood updated was regarding the parking in the
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neighborhood around Rocky Mountain High School. Mr. Hood addressed the City Council on
November 13th regarding the issues of Compression Brakes and at that meeting Mr. Hood also
discussed the concerns of the Paramount Subdivision residents and the parking issue around Rocky
Mountain High School, and the request of implementing a residential parking district. Council was
appreciative of the Commissions efforts to hear the concerns of the residents but would like Chief
Lavey to meet with those residents prior to considering a parking district. Mr. Hood moved on to
page 17 and the Chinden West 20/26 update and highlighted the schedule updates and the
advancement of road section construction. The final update Mr. Hood provided was regarding the
129,000 pound truck route and the public meeting being held at Mountain View High School on
December 5th from 4-7pm. Mr. Hood concluded his update and stood for questions.
Chairman Ballard opened the floor for discussion or follow-up with Mr. Hood. No discussion was
had and item 6e was closed.
7. Future Meeting Topics
Chairman Ballard called for any additional topics to be added to the January agenda and opened the
floor for discussion. Discussion was had around removing item 7e; there was no opposition for
removing the item.
a. Election of Officers (January)
b. Linder Village Project Update
c. Master Mobility Map
d. Comprehensive Plan Update
e. Local Jurisdiction on State Highways
8. Next Meeting Date: January 7, 2019
9. Adjourn
A motion by Commissioner Lewis to adjourn was made; second by Commissioner Hopkins – all
ayes – motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m.
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5a. Transportation Projects Update
Memo
To: Meridian Transportation Commission
From: Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager
Date: 1/3/2019
Re: January 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 January 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:
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. In the adopted ACHD IFYWP, phase 1, between Franklin
and Carlton, is in PD.
Meridian Road, Cherry to Ustick: Project includes widening Meridian Road to 5 lanes with
curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike lanes. Design is underway. Construction is planned for 2020
in both the ACHD adopted IFYWP at a cost of $4.3M. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_meridian-road-cherry-lane-to-ustick-road.aspx
Linder Road, Pine to Franklin: Project includes the widening of Linder Road to 5 lanes with
curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike lanes. Project includes upgrade of the railroad crossing and
a safe routes to school request; attached sidewalks are being designed. Construction is
planned for 2020 to correspond with the upgraded railroad crossing ITD plans to do that
year. Cost of $1.5M. Project is in right-of-way acquisition phase. Here is the project
website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_linder-road-pine-avenue-to-franklin-
road.aspx
Linder Road, Ustick to McMillan: Widen Linder to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and
bike lanes. Construction is planned for 2019 in the IFYWP at a cost of $3.5M. Project is
designed. Public Involvement Meetings (PIM) held on May 1st and August 31st. Based on
comments, pedestrian signal at Monument Drive may eventually become full signal. On 90-
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day bid list (December). Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_linder-road-ustick-road-to-mcmillan-road.aspx
Linder Road, Cayuse Creek Drive to Chinden: Widen the remaining portions of Linder to 5
lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike lanes. Construction was planned for 2020 at a
cost of $653,000. Currently in design phase and tracking with Linder, Ustick to McMillan
project. This project has advanced to construction (CN) to 2019 in the adopted IFYWP. On
90-day bid list (December). Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_linder-road-cayuse-creek-to-chiinden-
boulevard.aspx
Ten Mile Road, McMillan to Chinden: Widen Ten Mile to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk
and bike lanes. Design will be done with in-house, ACHD resources, beginning in 2018.
Right-of-way acquisition is in 2020 and construction is planned for 2022 in the adopted
2018-2022 IFYWP with a cost of $3.5M. Project is planned for construction in 2020, to
correspond with the Costco project. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_ten-mile-road-mcmillan-road-to-chinden-
boulevard.aspx
Ten Mile Road, Ustick to McMillan: Widen Ten Mile to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk
and bike lanes. Project includes 2 bridges. Design is in 2018, right-of-way acquisition in
2019, and construction is planned for 2020 in the adopted IFYWP with a cost of $5.7M., to
correspond with the Costco project. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_ten-mile-road-ustick-road-to-mcmillan-road.aspx
Eagle Road, Amity to Victory: Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike
lanes. Design will be done with in-house, ACHD resources. Construction is planned for
2021 in the IFYWP. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_eagle-road-amity-road-to-victory-road.aspx
Eagle Road/Amity Roundabout: ACHD has entered into a Cooperative Development
Agreement (CDA) with Albertsons to reconstruct the Eagle/Amity Roundabout (RAB).
These improvements include full improvements, curb, gutter, and sidewalk on their
frontages of both roads in addition in re-building the RAB with two-lanes on each leg.
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 the bike lane.
Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity: Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and
bike lanes. Design will be done in 2022. Construction is in PD in the adopted IFYWP with a
cost of $3.4M.
Lake Hazel and Eagle Signal: Widen and signalize intersection to 4/5 lanes on Eagle and
3/5 lanes on Lake Hazel. Design is planned for 2021, right-of-way in 2022, and construction
in 2023 in the IFYWP.
Lake Hazel Road, Eagle to Cloverdale: Widen Lake Hazel to 5 lanes with curb, gutter,
sidewalk and bike lanes. Design will be done in 2023. Construction is in PD in the adopted
IFYWP with a total cost of $2.3M.
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Locust Grove Road, Victory to Overland: Widen Locust Grove to 5 lanes with curb, gutter,
sidewalk and bike lanes. Design is planned for 2019, right-of-way in 2021 and construction
in 2022 in the IFYWP with a cost of $4.07M.
Locust Grove Road, Fairview to Ustick: Widen Locust Grove to 5 lanes with curb, gutter,
sidewalk and bike lanes. Design will be done in 2023 ($365K); construction is in PD in the
adopted IFYWP with a cost of $3.9M ($4.56M total cost).
Fairview/Locust Grove Signal: Widen intersection to 8 lanes on Fairview and 7 lanes on
Locust Grove, including curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike lanes. Design in 2020, right-of-way
acquisition in 2021-22, and construction in 2023 in adopted IFYWP with a cost of $4.26M.
Overland and Eagle Signal: Widen intersection to 7 lanes on Eagle and 9 on Overland.
Project to be done in coordination with ITD. All phases s hown as Unfunded in the IFYWP at
a cost of $8.16M.
Victory/Locust Grove Roundabout: Construct a multi-lane roundabout. Design is in 2019,
right-of-way acquisition in 2020, and construction is planned for 2021 in the adopted 2018-
2022 IFYWP with a cost of $4.1M.
Ten Mile/Amity Intersection: A dual-lane roundabout will be the ultimate build-out condition
of the intersection. Initially though, a single-lane roundabout will be constructed; designed
for easy expansion to a dual-lane. This project is shown for construction in 2022 in the
adopted IFYWP.
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 is planned for design in 2019, right-of-
way in 2020, and construction in 2021 at a cost of $3.9M.
Victory Road Bridge, east of Locust Grove: Replace and widen bridge with a precast
concrete box culvert over the Eight Mile Lateral on Victory Road (approximately ¼ mile east
of Locust Grove). Cost is $640,000. Going into construction. Road to be closed to
through traffic January through late Spring 2019. Here is the project website:
http://bit.ly/victorybridge
ITD PROJECTS
I-84, Nampa to Caldwell: ITD has two major segments for this project: Franklin Blvd
to Karcher Rd (Nampa) and Karcher Rd into Caldwell. This was identified as the
number one unfunded priority on the COMPASS long-range plan. In the summer of
2018, the state of Idaho received a $90 million INFRA grant for this corridor. This
freed up previously allocated funds that were shifted to the Idaho Highway 16 project
(see below).
ITD completed the first step in the project to provide for temporary widening
between Franklin Blvd and Karcher Rd this fall. This will allow traffic to be shifted
while the additional lanes are constructed in the median.
The project to replace the Karcher overpass is necessary as the existing piers
conflict with the widening of the highway. That project will begin in early 2019. The
project to reconstruct the Northside interchange as a Single Point Urban Interchange
(SPUI), replace the bridges crossing the railroad and canal and widen the roadway
between Franklin Blvd and the Northside Interchange is anticipated to go to bid this
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coming spring, with construction starting in the summer of 2019. The project to
widen between Northside and Karcher will also be ready for construction in the
summer of 2019. ITD will maintain two lanes of travel during peak hours for the
duration of these two projects. Updates on the projects in Nampa can be found
online at ITDProjects.org/i-84-karcher-to-franklin/
ITD is currently working on the environmental document to support the widening
between Karcher Interchange and Caldwell. The initial traffic study shows that
improvements are needed to exit 27 (Centennial Way). The current funded project is
anticipated to complete work through exit 29 (Franklin Rd). ITD is evaluating needs
and costs for work required between 27 and 29 to evaluate funding opportunities.
Work to replace the Ustick and Middleton bridges crossing over I-84 is planned for
2020, to remove piers that interfere with the widening, with the work to expand the
highway to three lanes is planned for summer of 2021.Updates on the projects from
Nampa to Caldwell can be found online at ITDProjects.org/i-84-caldwell-to-karcher/
Idaho Highway 16: ITD has completed a value engineering study of the remaining
corridor to look for opportunities to reduce costs and improve service. ITD is
evaluating recommendations from that study to incorporate into the preliminary
design. Once complete, ITD will be reevaluating right of way needs, updating costs
and revising proposed staging of the work. ITD will then complete preliminary design
and begin to purchase right of way with the $90 Million recently allocated by the
Idaho Transportation Board for right of way preservation. It is not anticipated that
this will allow for purchase of all of the right of way, but will fund a significant
portion.
U.S. 20/26, Chinden West Corridor - Project website ITDProjects.org/ChindenWest/
The Idaho Transportation Board has allocated funds for Phase 1 widening of U.S.
20/26 (Chinden Blvd) from 2 lanes to 4 lanes from Eagle Road to Star Rd and
construction of pedestrian and bicycle facilities. All projects will widen to the south,
impacting property owners on the south side once. Phase 2 plans call for widening
to 6 lanes. Future construction will be to the north only. Phase 3 plans call for
construction of high capacity intersections at Eagle, Locust Grove, Linder, Meridian,
and Star Rds. Funded construction is scheduled as follows:
Eagle to Locust Grove: Construction in 2020. ITD is partnering with ACHD on
intersection improvements at Locust Grove.
Locust Grove to Linder: Project is scheduled to begin in 2021. Approval of
Linder Village STAR agreement may advance project. That agreement will be
on the agenda of the January, 17, 2019, Idaho Transportation Board meeting.
Linder to ID-16: Construction begins late 2019, early 2020. Funded via STAR
agreement with Costco Wholesale
ID-16 to Star Rd: Construction scheduled for 2024
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 is $511,000 in PD for pathway construction in the Regional Transportation
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Improvement Plan (TIP). This project was recently delayed as there are additional
environmental and right-of-way impacts.
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 recovery facility. Parametrix
has prepared the project development report which should be available on the COMPASS
website in the near future. This project has advanced from PD to CN in 2022 at a cost of
$395K in the TIP.
MDC / OTHER PROJECTS
Harvest Lifestyle Service: A public transit service focusing on seniors and persons with
disabilities has been operating since December 2016. This Lifestyle Service 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 currently being
manufactured and should be put into service just after the first of the new year.
Transit: On April 2, 2018, the Valley Regional Transit (VRT) Board approved the final
version of the ValleyConnect 2.0 plan, VRT’s six-year capital and service plan.
ValleyConnect 2.0 will guide future VRT activities and be used to help coordinate VRT
activities, funding as well as with community stakeholders.
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. Reports for the four highest ranking segments
have been completed. In the 2018-2022 TIP there is $700K programmed in PD for CN of
the first segment, Franklin to Pine.
Lime: During the January 8th Meridian City Council Workshop meeting, which begins
at 3 pm, City Staff will provide an update to the Council on a draft MOU and
Ordinance that address vehicle sharing in Meridian. Staff from multiple City
Departments have been working with employees from Lime and Bird about
deployment of bicycles and scooters early in 2019. Staff will send the TC more
information as it becomes available.
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6d. 2018 End of Year Report
Memo
To: Meridian Transportation Commission
From: Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager
Date: 1/3/2019
Re: 2018 TC Annual Report
Annually, the TC prepares and presents a summary report of the previous year’s activities
for the Mayor and City Council. Below is the draft 2018 Annual Report for the TC’s
consideration and approval; the report is formatted similarly to last year’s report.
Historically, the Chair of the TC presents the report to the Council in February. Staff is
requesting TC endorsement of the draft report below.
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Date: January 7, 2019
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Meridian Transportation Commission
- David Ballard, Chair
- Stephen Lewis, Vice Chair
- Tracy Hopkins
- Ryan Hall
- Ryan Lancaster
- Britton Davis & Charlene Pederson
- Brian Leisle
- David McKinney
- Brent Knezacek & Tricia Matthews
RE: 2018 Annual Report
The Transportation Commission was formed in February, 2013 with Ordinance No. 13-152. The Commission
consists of nine appointed commissioners and meets on the first Monday of each month (except September
when we meet on the second Monday) in Council Chambers. Councilman Luke Cavener and representatives
from ITD District 3, ACHD, COMPASS, VRT, and the West Ada School District serve as ex-officio members.
Planning Division Manager Caleb Hood provides staff support, Sgt. Stacy Arnold provides regular updates from
the Police Department perspective, and Ted Baird, Deputy City Attorney, provides legal guidance. City Staff
provides monthly updates to the Commission regarding the progress of projects that were in construction or
were soon to be constructed. Additional City staff, the public and other staff from the ex-officio agencies
interact with the Commission from time-to-time.
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For the second consecutive year, Commissioner David Ballard was elected Chair and Stephen Lewis, Vice-Chair
of the Commission for 2018. In 2018, the Commission saw two members vacate: Brent Knezacek and Youth
Commissioner Britton Davis. Two new Commissioners were appointed in 2018: Tricia Matthews and Youth
Commissioner Charlene Pedersen.
The Transportation Commission (TC) spent quite a bit of time in 2018 discussing both short and long term
transportation goals for the City (and the region), planning and prioritization of projects within Meridian,
transit service planning, addressing school zone issues, and developing potential policy/code changes. A more
comprehensive summary of business conducted by the Commission in 2018 is outlined below.
In January, the Commission began streaming their meetings live on the City’s YouTube channel. COMPASS
Staff, Liisa Itkonen, provided the Commission with an update on the Freight Corridor Study. The Commission
discussed a request for better crosswalks and connections to the new YMCA in south Meridian from the homes
in Tuscany Subdivision. The Commission began the prioritization of proposed roadway, intersection, and
Community Program projects for consideration in ACHD’s IFYWP. The Chair and Vice-Chair were elected.
In February, Shawn Martin from ACHD provided speed limit study results in south Meridian (Lake Hazel, Eagle
and Franklin) with recommended speed limit changes. Stephen Hunt, VRT, presented on their transit plan,
ValleyConnect 2.0. David Corcoran from ACHD presented about their Pedestrian Advisory Group (PAG) and
the request to have a Meridian representative (Stephen Lewis volunteered and was subsequently
recommended by the Mayor and approved by the ACHD Commission). A request to evaluate the need for a
crosswalk on River Valley Street at the Boise Co-Op was heard. The Commission finalized roadway,
intersection and Community Program priorities for 2018 and voted to send them on to Council for approval.
In March, the Transportation Commission received information from Erika Bowen, ITD District 3 Traffic
Engineer, about the upcoming South Meridian Road (SH-69) project, including striping and median changes
near the Overland Road intersection. Shawn Martin from ACHD provided pedestrian counts at the Co-
Op/River Valley Street intersection. Megan Colford with LimeBike presented on her company’s bike share
program and their interest in Meridian and Ada County.
In April, the Commission received an update on a change to the signal timing and signal plan for Meridian
Road, including the pedestrian hybrid beacon behind City Hall. Edinson Bautista from ACHD gave the
Commission an update on the ACHD Master Street Map, including changes and how the Map is used. It was
noted that the comment period for e-bikes/scooters was open and occurring at the County Courthouse.
During the May meeting, the Commission discussed some potential speed limit changes around The Village
and Kleiner Park (Records and River Valley). The Commission received a report from Tim Curns at ACHD about
school zone design and what factors ACHD uses. City Staff informed the Commission that Logan-Simpson
would be working to help the City develop a new Comprehensive Plan.
The June Transportation Commission meeting was cancelled.
During the July 9th Transportation Commission meeting, some concerned neighbors in the Spurwing
Subdivision addressed the Commission about traffic on Balata Court. There is a gated connection between
Spurwing Greens and Spurwing that is being used more frequently than they would prefer. An update on
Communities in Motion 2040 2.0 was given by Liisa Itkonen with COMPASS and an update on ValleyConnect
2.0 was given by Brian Parker with VRT. The Commission voted to form a School Zone Committee.
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In August, the Commission heard from Meridian Police Corporal Kevin Wilson about how the electronic No
Right Turn blank-out signs at the Eagle/Ustick intersection were functioning. The Commission received an
update about the Initial Draft of ACHD’s 2019-2023 Integrated Five-Year Work Plan. This was Youth
Commissioner Britton Davis’s last meeting.
For the September meeting, the Commission took a field trip to the Harvest Transit offices. The mobile tour
included a hands-on examination of the vans and their capabilities, as well as a tour of how vans are
dispatched and the driver’s lounge. This was Commissioner Brent Knezacek’s last meeting.
In October, the Commission heard from Nick Rhode about cut-through traffic and parking concerns in
Paramount Subdivision, south of Rocky Mountain High School. Mr. Dave Galligher also addressed the
Commission, requesting the City consider prohibiting compression brakes. The Commission also asked for a
speed study to be done on the recently opened section of Pine Avenue, east of Main Street.
In November, Tricia Matthews joined the Commission. An update was provided from Commissioner Lancaster
about work the School Zone Committee had done recently. City Staff provided an update on the status of
development of the City’s new Comprehensive Plan. A motion was passed referring consideration of an
Ordinance restricting use of Compression Brakes.
December 3rd was the last meeting of the Commission for 2018. The December agenda included a discussion
about whether the City should designate truck routes, a concern about busing in south Meridian, and a brief
discussion about the End of Year Report.
The Commission is grateful for the opportunity to provide service to the citizens of Meridian and to actively
shape the transportation systems of our City.
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6e. Staff Communications
Memo
To: Meridian Transportation Commission
From: Caleb Hood, Planning Division Manager
Date: 1/3/2019
Re: Staff Communications
On the following pages are relevant correspondences since the December meeting.
Caleb:
I know it seems like we just finished the last update, but it is time again to kick -off another
update to the Integrated Five-Year Work Plan. Before the holiday, the included letter and
attachments were sent hard copy to your elected officials. I wanted to make sure you had
this information digitally as well and to provide you with the Excel request form. All agency
requests are due to me no later than March 15th. Please let me know if you would like to
meet to discuss this process and/or any potential projects.
Here’s to a wonderful New Year!
Ryan Head, AICP CTP
Planning Supervisor
Ada County Highway District
Miranda and all,
The library crossing project is in the 2019 program for design and, as you noted, 2021 for
construction. I will be sitting down with my counterparts in Design and Capital Projects
between now and the holidays to discuss the design process; we haven’t started yet.
I will let our Planning and Programming staff know you’d like to see the project moved
up. Realistically, moving up to 2019 is a long shot – we are hearing that money will be tight
with what’s already programmed – but we’ll ask the question and see what can be done.
Ross
From: Carson Miranda <Carson.Miranda@westada.org>
Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2018 7:53 PM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>; Ryan Lancaster <lancaster.ryan@gmail.com>;
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Ross Oyen <royen@achdidaho.org>
Cc: Yochum Joe <Yochum.Joe@westada.org>
Subject: FW: MMS Library Crossing
Importance: High
Ross,
We have such a high level of students that cross to the library. Today we had a student hit.
I know the crossing to the library on Cherry is planned. Is there any way to get this set up
faster?
Miranda Carson
Transportation Liaison
West Ada School District
On Dec 17, 2018, at 8:58 AM, Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org> wrote:
Joan,
You have summarized the purpose of the meeting well. At the direction of th e Mayor and Council,
our Police Department is to be made available to the neighborhood to see what could be done to
curb the current problems and identify solutions. I do believe that an update will be given to the
Council, after the January 30th and February 4th Transportation Commission meetings; the Council
will not be present at either of those, but ACHD and the School District will be. Hope this helps.
Caleb
Get Involved in the New Comprehensive Plan
www.meridiancity.org/compplan
From: je seda [mailto:jeseda53@gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, December 16, 2018 4:36 PM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Re: Paramount / Rocky - Traffic, Trash and Trespassing
Hi Caleb:
Have had a few homeowners confused with Jan 30th meeting. I basically told them we'd be
meeting with police chief, in addition to ACHD and transportation dept to present our case
vs finding solutions. Some were concerned that we were appearing before city council
again and felt that the last meeting before them displayed a lack of knowledge re W.
Paramount's big picture.
Please clarify if need be.
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Thanks
Joan Seda
jeseda53@gmail.com
On Dec 14, 2018, at 10:07 AM, Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org> wrote:
Joan,
Yes, John Wasson was invited and he has accepted this meeting.
Caleb
Get Involved in the New Comprehensive Plan
www.meridiancity.org/compplan
From: je seda [mailto:jeseda53@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, December 14, 2018 10:02 AM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Re: Paramount / Rocky - Traffic, Trash and Trespassing
HI Caleb:
I just found this email ; prior to sending out clarification request. Sorry. Thanks for the
information and you can totally disregard my clarification request. Was this send to John
Wasson ACHD as well?
Thanks again
Joan Seda
jeseda53@gmail.com
On Dec 14, 2018, at 8:32 AM, Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org> wrote:
Discuss mitigation measures regarding speeding, parking, cut-through traffic, litter and trespassing
concerns near Rocky Mountain High School (south side). Representatives from the City, ACHD,
Paramount and the HS all are invited. The meeting will be held at Meridian City Hall in the
conferences rooms just inside the front doors.