Loading...
2021-02-01 TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho Monday, February 01, 2021 at 3:30 PM All materials presented at public meetings become property of the City of Meridian. Anyone desiring accommodation for disabilities should contact the City Clerk's Office at 208-888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the public meeting. Agenda VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS Limited seating is available at City Hall Consider joining the meeting virtually: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84132051412 To call in: 1-669-900-6833 Webinar ID: 841 3205 1412 Public Hearing process: The hearing will begin with a presentation by the Ordinance Subcommittee and staff presentations by the City Attorney’s Office and Meridian Police Department. Members of the public will then be allowed up to 3 minutes each to addres s the Transportation Commission regarding the proposed ordinance. Members wishing to be heard can sign up here: https://apps.meridiancity.org/SIGNINPZ/ Commission members may ask questions throughout the public hearing process. The public hearing will then be closed, after which no further public comment will be heard. The Commission will then deliberate. Following deliberations, the Commission may take action, which may include continuing the matter to a future meeting, remanding the matter to the Ordinanc e Subcommittee, making a recommendation to City Council, or taking no further action. ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE _____ Walter Steed _____ Luke Cavener, Ex-Officio _____ David Ballard _____ Shawn Martin, Ex-Officio _____ Ryan Lancaster _____ Toni Tisdale, Ex-Officio _____ Tom LeClaire _____ Ian Updike, Ex-Officio _____ Tracy Hopkins _____ Alissa Taysom, Ex-Officio _____ Stephen Lewis _____ Justin Price, Ex-Officio _____ Jared Smith _____ Zachary Shoemaker _____ Joseph Leckie 1 ADOPTION OF AGENDA NEW COMMISSIONER INTRODUCTION - Walter Steed APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM] 1. January 4, 2021 OLD BUSINESS 2. Transportation Projects Update 3. Transportation Commission 2020 End of Year Report NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS] 4. ATV/UTV Ordinance Public Hearing & Discussion - Tom LeClaire [Action Item] 5. Meridian Police Department Update - Sgt Brandon Fraiser 6. COMPASS High-Capacity Transit Survey - Rachel Haukkala 7. Transportation Prioritization Subcommittee - Walter Steed 8. Staff Communications - Miranda Carson 9. 2nd Street Vision  - Miranda Carson FUTURE MEETING TOPICS 10. Downtown Alleyways (March) 11. Comprehensive Plan and Master Mobility Map 12. Harvest Service Update 13. Main/King Crosswalk NEXT MEETING - March 1, 2021 ADJOURNMENT 2 Meeting Minutes Meridian Transportation Commission January 4, 2021 Virtual Meeting Information https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82728806452 Or join by phone: Dial 253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 827 2880 6452 Roll Call (Meeting called to order at 3:33 p.m.; Zoom Meeting started and roll taken) x David Ballard x Stephen Lewis x Shawn Martin (ex-officio via Zoom) o VACANT x Jared Smith (via-zoom) x Toni Tisdale (ex-officio-via Zoom) x Ryan Lancaster (via zoom) x Tom LeClaire (via-zoom) (arrived 3:37) x Ian Updike (ex-officio) x Walter Steed (via-zoom) x Joseph Leckie (via-zoom) x Alissa Taysom (ex-officio via Zoom) x Tracy Hopkins (via zoom) o Luke Cavener (ex-officio) x Justin Price (ex-officio via zoom) Others Present: Sgt. B Frasier (via zoom), E. Kane (via zoom), C. Hood (via zoom), and M. Carson Adoption of the Agenda Prior to the adoption of the agenda Chairman Ballard noted the resignation of Mr. McKinney, who was recently elected to the ACHD Board. Chairman Ballard called for a motion to adopt the agenda. Commissioner Lewis motioned to adopt as written; second by Commissioner Hopkins - all-ayes – motion carried. Commission Elections Chairman Ballard opened the floor for nominations 1. Election of Chair – Commissioner Hopkins nominated Commissioner Steed; second by Commissioner Lewis – all ayes – motion passed. At this point Chairman Steed continued the meeting and asked for nominations for a Vice-Chairman. 2. Election of Vice-Chair – Commissioner Smith nominated himself for Vice- Chairman; second by Commissioner Hopkins – all ayes-motion passed. Chairman Steed moved onto the approval of the December 7, 2020 minutes, agenda item. 3 Item 1. Approval of Minutes 3. January 4th, 2021 Chairman Steed open the item for comments or edits. Chairman Steed noted the wording on page 4 under the MPD update was a little misleading, and noted the correction to clearly state the two independent updates as provided by Stg. Frasier (1. that the opening of Costco hadn’t caused traffic problems as anticipated. 2. The road improvements on Black Cat and Ustick have been helpful to both MPD and MFD), by removing the word and to be replace by a comma. A motion by Commissioner Hopkins was made to approve the January 4, 2021 minutes with the noted clarifications; second by Commissioner Ballard - all ayes - motion carried. Old Business Items 4. Transportation Projects Update (M. Carson) Ms. Carson addressed the Commission and noted that she will not read the memo in its entirety, but will highlight a few of the notable items, which the memo contained. Ms. Carson is happy to answer any questions or review any items not specifically discussed at the end of her review. Ms. Carson began on page 15 and highlighted that the Eagle Road, Amity to Victory and roundabout at Amity project has begun. Ms. Carson noted that ACHD provided several Notice to Proceed dates which she included in the memo. Ms. Carson moved to page 17 and briefly noted that the Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity design has begun and will be discussed as item 8 on the agenda, in addition to the update provided from the Project Review Subcommittee. Ms. Carson noted on page 18 the Chinden West, Locust Grove to Eagle Road project has 4 lanes opened as of December and has new turning movements out of the Banbury and Bristol Heights neighborhoods. Ms. Carson moved onto page 19 and briefly noted the 2nd street, Idaho to Broadway discussions have begun, more will be discussed in the Staff Communications items and with ACHD at the January 20th Commission meeting. Ms. Carson will update the Transportation Commission in February on any insights from the ACHD meeting. Ms. Carson stood for questions, none took place. Chairman Steed closed the item and moved onto New Business. New Business Items 5. Meridian Police Department Update (Sgt. B. Frasier) 4 Item 1. Sgt. Frasier provided a brief update on the Idaho Handsfree Law. As of January 1, 2021, it is no longer just a warning but a citation to drivers who break that law. Since January 1, MPD has written 5 tickets. The only other update is the increased general complaints in the area of Black Cat and Chinden, and McDermott and Ustick regarding traffic congestion, speeding, and stop sign violations. Sgt. Frasier stood for questions, none took place. 6. ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan Priorities (IFYWP) (Miranda/All) Ms. Carson did a brief review of the purpose of the list and the action of the Commission to prioritize the list and make a recommendation to City Council. All projects on the list get points so if there is a project that the Commission wants to be reviewed by ACHD they should add it to the list. The Commission reviewed the list and provided comments to Ms. Carson, first, on the Roadways and Intersections projects. Commissioner Lewis agreed with the item rankings on the projects from 1-16, but recommended some changes with movement in prioritization for projects 17 to 24.  Demote 17(companion project to item6) and 18 and promote 23 and 24 (high priority for City of Meridian for the new High School. Essentially, the current 19 will become 17, 20 will become 18 and then elevate #23 to become 19 and #24 to become 20 then 17 becomes 21, #18 becomes #22 and move the rest of the projects down sequentially. Commissioner Lewis’ motioned to re-ordering the Roadways and Intersections list as he proposed; second by Commission Hopkins. No further discussion was had and Chairman Steed called for a vote – all ayes- motion passed. Next, the Commission moved on and discussed the Community Programs list. A robust discussion took place with the Commissioners on the prioritizations of and/or removal of projects. Ms. Carson made several changes during the discussion and the Commission reviewed the list for accuracy. A motion was made by Commissioner Lewis to accept the list as Ms. Carson had edited it and to move the X’d items to the bottom of the list; second by Commissioner Hopkins. Chairman Steed called for any further discussion, which did take place and then called for a vote on the motion – all ayes-motion passed. Mr. Hood was tasked to follow up on item #34 for further clarification and will provide an update to the Commission at a future meeting. Additional discussion took place on the use of a sub-committee to further discuss items that were X’d out and moved to the bottom of the list to determine if they should be removed or remain on the list moving forward. Chairman Steed closed the topic and moved onto agenda item 7. 5 Item 1. 7. Project Review Subcommittee Update (D. Ballard) Commissioner Ballard provided a brief update from the Project Review Subcommittee, which had its first meeting today. The Subcommittee reviewed and discussed the scope of work on Eagle Rd., Lake Hazel Rd., and Amity Rd project. The Subcommittee recommends that the initial scope of work and design be advanced to City Planning for comments. Once comments from City Council/staff are provide the Subcommittee will review them at their next Subcommittee meeting in April. At the April meeting the Subcommittee will further analyze the project scope/design in conjunction with the feedback received and provide a final analysis recommendation to City Council. The subcommittee discussed items of concern such as speed limits, pedestrian crossings, roundabouts, etc. The Subcommittee’s initial opinion is that the plan is comprehensive and thorough. Once addition work is done on the plan, the Subcommittee will review it and any additional feedback to provide a recommendation to City Council. Chairman Steed asked for a point of clarification on moving a project to the Planning & Zoning Commission for feedback. Ms. Carson clarified that this particular project is an ACHD project, which is not being reviewed by P&Z, rather it is for City Council to comment on and provide feedback to ACHD. Ms. Carson, will work with Commissioner Ballard to notify him and the Subcommittee on any development progress, at which time the Subcommittee can reconvene, analyze the new information and potentially provide comments or recommendations to City Council. For future development projects (i.e. a new mixed-use commercial development) within the City, this Subcommittee will have an opportunity to review the project and provide comments to P&Z. Commissioner Hopkins apologized for his technical difficulties on attending the subcommittee meeting and provided further information as he is very familiar with the project. Commissioner Ballard will provide a future update or proposed recommendation when additional/new information is available, and stood for questions. Chairman Steed called for additional discussion, which took place and closed the item. 8. Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity Scope of Work Discussion (W. Steed) Chairman Steed opened the topic for discussion. Commissioner Lewis apologized for not being able to attend the Subcommittee meeting and then provided two comments  Sidepath intersection design should be looked at, as he did not see that mentioned in the scope of work  Task 4.4 paragraph 3, and the consultants use of the software for analysis. Commissioner Lewis recommended the use of better software. Additional discussion occurred regarding the proposed design. No further comments took place. 6 Item 1. 9. Ordinance and Development Subcommittee Update (T. LeClaire) Chairman Steed opened the topic and noted that this topic and agenda item 10 would be discussed concurrently. Commissioner LeClaire gave a brief update and the recommendation of the proposed draft that is included in the packet. The Subcommittee recommends that the Transportation Commission schedule a public hearing in February or March to receive comments on the ordinance as written. Commissioner Hopkins asked for a point of clarification on Spurwing being added to the exclusion similar to Lakeview. Ms. Kane noted that not all of Spurwing is completely located in Meridian, so there would be some cross-jurisdictional issues if Spurwing was added as an excluded location. The Subcommittee did not discuss the topic of including Spurwing as an excluded location. Commissioner Lewis asked for a procedural clarification his understanding is that the Commission does not have hearings but recommends to City Council items that should be heard and the Council would hold the hearing. Ms. Kane clarified that Chairman Steed’s summary on the role of the Transportation Commission, was accurate, and that holding a hearing is at the discretion of the Commission if they will take public testimony. Due to the nature of the topic Ms. Kane would recommend that the Commission notice the item and hear public testimony prior to making a recommendation to City Council on the ordinance Commissioner LeClaire motioned that the Commission schedule a public hearing on the ATV/UTV at the February 1st, 2021 Transportation Commission meeting; second by Commissioner Smith. Chairman Steed called for any discussion, which took place and then called for a vote - all ayes -motion passed. 10. ATV/UTV Ordinance Draft 1st Reading 11. Staff Communications (M. Carson) Ms. Carson started with the 2nd street Broadway to Idaho Vision topic. Ms. Carson and a small group convened to review some ideas and concepts of attributes for a downtown gathering location (2nd St). Ms. Carson will be attending the ACHD Commission meeting on January 20th to solicit feedback on the proposed 2nd Street curb less on-way location. Chairman Steed noted that if Commissioners had feedback to provide that to Miranda offline as this would be coming to the Commission as a future agenda topic for discussion. Ms. Carson moved on to page 80 of the packet and noted the public comment period is open through January 11, 2021 for the COMPASS Communities in Motion 2020 2.0, the region’s long-range transportation plan, and the FY2021-2027 Regional Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Ms. Carson noted there is a link in the packet The last update Ms. Carson noted was on page 88 and included the comments received thus far on the ATV/UTV proposed ordinance 7 Item 1. Ms. Carson stood for questions, none took place, and Chairman Steed closed the item. Chairman Steed opened the floor for any other topics for discussion and reviewed the Future Meeting Topics. Commissioner Ballard noted that in a February City Council meeting the Chairman will be asked to provide the Annual Transportation Commission Report, the date is yet to be determined. Commission Lancaster noted that he will be presenting the Alternative Intersections presentation that he shared with the Commission, to the City Council on January 26, 2021 No further discussion was had. Future Meeting Topics 12. COMPASS High-Capacity Survey (February) 13. ACHD South Meridian Neighborhood Bike and Pedestrian Plan (Feb) 14. End of Year City Council Report (February) 15. 2nd Street Vision 16. Downtown Alleyways (March) 17. Comprehensive Plan and Master Mobility Map 18. Harvest Service Update 19. Main/King Crosswalk 20. US 20/26 @ Black Cat ITD Requirements Next Meeting Date: February 1, 2021 Adjourn Chairman Steed asked for a motion to adjourn, which was made by Commissioner Hopkins; second by Commissioner Lewis. Meeting adjourned at 5:28. (AUDIO RECORDING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST) APPROVED: _______________________ _______________ WALTER STEED, CHAIR DATE ATTEST: ________________________ _______________ CHRIS JOHNSON (City Clerk) DATE 8 Item 1. MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: February 1, 2021 Presenter: Miranda Carson Estimated Time: 5 minutes Topic: Transportation Projects Update Below is a summary/update on some of the transportation and roadway projects City Staff has been involved with recently. This is not an exhaustive list, but rather highlights some of the more important activities that have recently transpired (or are about to occur) in the transportation realm. Staff will be at the meeting to discuss some of these topics in more detail. Please feel free to contact staff should you have any comments, concerns, or questions on any of these projects. New information is in bold. KEY ACHD PROJECTS: ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Program: The 2021-20245 IFYWP was adopted by the ACHD commission on September 23rd, 2020 and can be found here: https://www.achdidaho.org/Departments/PlansProjects/IFYWP.aspx Linder, Overland to Franklin: Widen Linder Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and a Level 3 bike facility from Overland Rd to Franklin Rd as per the 2020 CIP and the Bike Master Plan. Project includes a new 4-lane I-84 overpass. Joint project between ACHD and ITD. This project is listed as future in the adopted IFYWP. After a joint ACHD Commission and City Council meeting on October 22nd, a joint letter of support will be sent to the Idaho Transportation Board requesting this project be added to the STIP. This project was also recently submitted to COMPASS for the FY21-25 Project Development Grant for $25,000. Eagle Road, Amity to Victory and roundabout at Amity: Excavation north of Rome has begun. Seepage bed installation and utility work are ongoing. Work on a temporary pedestrian crossing and pedestrian crossing at Ten Mile Road is ongoing. Due to concerns by City Council, the ACHD team met to explore options for improving safety of the multiuse crossings at local cross - streets. The two preferred strategies from the project team included: striping yield lines (also known as Sharks Teeth) at local streets and at Rome Drive, to explore modifying the existing landscaping to increase visibility. Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and bike lanes. Includes a 2 lane roundabout with a slip lane at the northwest corner at Amity for southbound traffic turning west. Also includes enhanced crossings at the pedestrian pathway near the Ten Mile Feeder Canal, a pedestrian crossing at Rome Dr, and a roundabout at Zaldia 9 Item 2. Ln. Design will be done with in-house, ACHD resources. Construction is planned for 2021 in the IFYWP. NOTE: There is insufficient right-of-way on Amity west of Eagle to allow the striping of the bike lane on the north side of the road, so it will only be the two travel lanes westbound, the center turn lane, and one eastbound travel lane until ACHD can program a project there in the future and widen to the south. The west side of Eagle Road will be fully improved including a multi-use path. Here is the project website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_eagle-road- amity-road-to-victory-road.aspx Ten Mile/Amity Intersection: Project was awarded to Central Paving; $1.997M, with an anticipated completion date in June 2021. This project was on the December 90 day bid list with Notice to Proceed in February 2021. This project is shown for construction in 2021 in the adopted IFYWP. Construct a multi-lane roundabout at Ten Mile Rd and Amity Rd as per the 2020 CIP. Project includes Ten Mile Bridge #1182. Here is the project website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_intersection_ten-mile-road-and-amity-road-roundabout.aspx 8th St at Meridian Middle: Install enhanced pedestrian crossings at NW 8th St and Meridian Middle School. This project was on the December 90 day bid list with Notice to Proceed in June 2021. Locust Grove Road, Victory to Overland: Notice to proceed has been issued for December 2021. Widen Locust Grove to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and Level 2 bike facility. Design is planned for 2019, right-of-way in 2020-2021 and construction in 2022 in the IFYWP with a cost of $4.07M. PIM held 9/10/2019. The 50% plans shared with Council on October 8th. There is some concern about the cross-section and impacts to neighborhoods. Council discussed this project during a work session on February 25th. A letter was sent to ACHD regarding the design of the bicycle and pedestrian facilities the week of February 24 th. Here is the project website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_locust-grove-victory-to-overland.aspx Victory/Locust Grove Roundabout: Notice to proceed has been issued for December 2021. Construct a multi-lane roundabout. Design is in 2019, right-of-way acquisition in 2020-2021, and construction is planned for 2022-2023 in the adopted IFYWP with a cost of $4.1M. Projects includes replacement/widening of bridge #2116 over the Tenmile Creek on Victory Rd. This project will be done with in-house design. Ten Mile Road, Victory to Overland: Notice to proceed has been issued for November 2021. Widen Ten Mile to 5-lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and a Level 3 bike facility. In the IFYWP, this project was designed in 2019, right -of-way in 2020-2021, and construction in 2022-2023 at a cost of $3.9M. Here is the project website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_ten-mile-victory-to-overland.aspx Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity: Project kick off meeting was held January 27th. The level 3 facility will likely be upgraded for a full 10’ multi -use pathway. Design has begun with a scope of work. Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and Level 3 bike facility. 10 Item 2. Includes a roundabout at Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr. Construction is planned for 2023 in the adopted IFYWP with a cost of $3.4M. Fairview, Locust Grove to Eagle & Locust Grove 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. Design in 2020-2021, right-of-way acquisition in 2021-22, and construction in 2023 in adopted IFYWP with a cost of $4.26M. 75% design review meeting will be held February 9th. Design team is exploring permeable asphalt options for the bike facility, which will likely be separated and elevated from the vehicle travel lanes. The design and materials of the sidewalk to bike lane buffer is also being considered carefully as is the material and pattern of the bike lane’s green coloring in conflict areas. A pedestrian signal at Fairview/Webb is being considered. There is a landscape island in Hickory Way (north leg) which may be removed to have an additional lane out to Fairview. VRT has requested consideration of a future bus stop on Fairview on the far side of Hickory Way. There will likely be a virtual open house around March 2021 before 95% design is complete, and construction may be delayed to 2024. Additional business outreach is planned as well. Here is a link to the project website: https://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_fairview-avenue-locust-grove-road-to-eagle- road.aspx Lake Hazel and Eagle Signal: Notice to proceed has been issued for January 2023. Widen and signalize intersection to 4/5 lanes on Eagle and 3/4 lanes on Lake Hazel. Design is happening this calendar year, right-of-way in 2021-2022, and construction in 2022 in the IFYWP. Design details are on the project webpage. Here is a link to the projec t website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_intersection_lake-hazel-and-eagle.aspx Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd Interim Signal: A project kick-off meeting was held 1/25. This project is to design roadway widening to accommodate left turn lanes on all four legs of the Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd intersection and to design an interim traffic signal. Left turn storage lengths will be 150 feet plus 100 -foot openings. Taper lengths will vary depending on posted speeds of each leg and if widening will occur all to one side or equally on both sides (still to be determined). Sidewalk and ADA improvements are not included in the project. Lake Hazel Road, Eagle to Cloverdale: Widen Lake Hazel to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, and Level 3 bike facility. Design will be done in 2022. Construction is planned for 2024 in the adopted IFYWP with a total cost of $2.3M. Overland/Eagle Signal: Widen intersection to 7 lanes on Eagle and 9 on Overland. Project to be done in coordination with ITD. Design is indicated for 2025 in the IFYWP. All phases shown as Unfunded in the IFYWP at a cost of $8.16M. FY20 Capital Maintenance, Phase 1: Locust Grove, Ustick to McMillan pipe and roadway work will be done in Spring 2021 (Knife River). 11 Item 2. ITD PROJECTS ChindenWest Corridor: This project will result in 4 travel lanes (two in each direction). Widening will take place to the south of the existing alignment and be constructed to accommodate future widening to 6 travel lanes (three in each direction) with high capacity intersections at roads with river crossings. Project website: www.ITDprojects.org/ChindenWest ID-16 to Linder: The widening of this section of Chinden Boulevard is complete. The new roadway includes four 12-foot travel lanes, two in each direction, and a detached 10-foot pathway to the south for bicyclists and pedestrians. Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road: Four lanes open December 2020. These changes come with new turning movements out of the Banbury and Bristol Heights neighborhoods. Linder Road to Locust Grove Road: Utility and earth work is underway on the south side of Chinden, between Fox Run Way and Meridian Road. Pedestrians will be detoured to the road shoulder, separated from traffic by a concrete barrier. Fox Run Way, south of Chinden, is closed through November, from Chinden to Boulder Bar Lane, as crews remove the overhead structure, widen the roadway and connect the road with the Linder Village development. Additionally, the sidewalk on the west side of Fox Run is closed. The east side sidewalk is open for pedestrian use. Star Road to ID-16: Construction is planned for 2023. Idaho Highway 16 extension, U.S. 20/26 to I -84: Idaho Transportation Board gave the green light to design an "interim" version of Idaho 16. Visioning documents have been posted to the project website. The Idaho 16 project will be completed in phases between now and 2045. ITD is in the process of acquiring property now and anticipates this will continue through 2021. ITD is investigating funding sources and options for construction. The Idaho Transportation Board has allocated nearly $90 million to acquire right-of-way for the future highway. The remaining cost to design and construct the corridor is estimated to be $350 million (in 2019 dollars). Project website: www.ITDprojects.org/Idaho16 SH-69, Kuna to Meridian Traffic Study: ITD has completed enough technical evaluation to now present a proposal to the public. ITD hosted an online public engagement in the summer to solicit feedback on the work to date. ITD will consider the feedback and make appropriate updates to the plan before presenting the plan for concurrence to the Cities of Meridian and Kuna and ACHD. A project team meeting was held on January 12, 2021. Grade-separated intersection evaluation at Overland Road and SH-69 is being evaluated. The proposed at-grade partial CFI will be evaluated that may better balance mobility and access. Concept layouts will be created for display purposed and planning-level cost estimates. Planning-level roadway section will be developed and a drainage analysis will be conducted to determine the approximate right-of-way needed on SH-69. High-level proposed vision exhibits for the length of the corridor will be developed to assist agencies with discussions with developers. The exhibits will include cross -sections, one-mile and half-mile intersections, median U-turn locations, and property setbacks. Exhibits will not include individual parcel access. The next steps to finalize the project are: Conduct supplemental analysis and further refine the corridor vision ; compile draft 12 Item 2. report; present study findings to Meridian Transportation Commission, city councils and ACHD commission; and compile final report. Here is a link to the project website: https://itdprojects.org/projects/id69corridor/ PATHWAYS Rail with Trail: In the fall of 2012, the City applied for an $85,000 grant to study the Rail with Trail (RWT) pathway crossing of streets (7 crossings; Black Cat to Locust Grove). Currently, there are funds for pathway construction in the Regional Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) in 2022. Nine Mile Creek, Linder to Meridian: The path is proposed to run from Linder to Meridian along the Nine Mile Creek drain just north of the railroad; this is COMPASS project # KN 13918. Federal funding close to $400k has been allocated, but no federal funds have been used yet as the scope is not fully defined. City Parks Department is currently working with a consultant to negotiate easements for four (4) parcels from Linder to 8th St. The City currently has obtained all but one required easement from 8th to 3rd. We are currently pursuing acquisition of easements from 8th Street west to Linder, and from 3rd Street to Meridian Road as a future phase of this project. Five Mile Creek Pathway: The City applied for a COMPASS grant to design and construct a portion of the Five Mile Creek pathway near the Wastewater Resource Recovery Center (WWRRC). The City informed COMPASS that we will pursue completion of this project with local funds instead of Federal. There has been purchase and development action on the properties north of Five Mile Creek, west of the WWRRC. Additionally, ACHD has purchased a parcel to the south of the WWRRC. It appears that the bulk of this pathway will be constructed by these new owners as a condition of development. The City plans to invest in pedestrian crossings of the Nine Mile and Five Mile Drains to skirt the WWRRC and achieve continuity with existing McNelis Pathway along the Five Mile Drain. North Meridian Neighborhood Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan: ACHD and several partners including the City have been working on developing a plan to help improve walking and bicycling routes in North Meridian neighborhoods. This plan is complementary to the City’s Pathways Plan with more of an emphasis on on-street bike facilities. The North Meridian Neighborhood Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan was adopted by the ACHD Commission on September 23rd. Here is a link to the project site: https://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_program_north-meridian-neighborhood-bicycle-and- pedestrian-plan.aspx MDC / OTHER PROJECTS 2nd Street, Idaho to Broadway: The vision for 2nd street was presented to stakeholders and the ACHD commission in separate meetings in January. Discussions are beginning on how to make 2nd Street in Downtown Meridian a community place. More information will be coming in future meetings. 13 Item 2. Harvest Lifestyle Service: Staff is reviewing an option to ad service from Meridian to the Veteran’s Administration in Boise. A public transit service focusing on seniors and persons with disabilities has been operating since December 2016. This Lifestyle 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 operational. Transit: VRT has won a grant for electric buses. Staff from the City and VRT are coordinating infrastructure, capital and service needs for a route from the Ten Mile Interchange area through downtown to The Village. The launch will likely be delayed closer to October 2021. The TC will be actively involved in developing outreach plan, stops/alignment, and other service considerations (i.e. – time of day operation, amenities/shelters, etc.) (This route is part of the ValleyConnect 2.0 plan.) Ada County Transportation Action Plan: Ada County, working with consultant Kittelson & Associates, is kicking off the development of the Ada County Transportation Action Plan (TAP). The purpose of the TAP is for Ada County to identify a broad set of transportation policies, goals, and strategies for the unincorporated parts of Ada County. This project is in the earliest stage , and the City has been invited to participate in the process. Eagle Road Bike/Ped Project Development: COMPASS has contracted with Keller Associates to further develop a bicycle and pedestrian plan for the corridor. The boundaries of the project are Overland and Chinden. Shared Vehicles: Community Development (CD) staff met with Bird on January 20th. Bird expressed an interest in opening operations in Meridian in 2021. CD staff informed them the City does not currently have an RFP out and suggested they speak with Meridian Downtown Business Association to gauge further interest. December 13, 2020 a Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued for shared vehicle (e-scooters) services. One response was received, from Slidr LLC. The scoring team recommended that City Council not enter into a contract with any vendor at this time due to all of the construction and lack of destinations currently. The scoring team further recommended that the MDBA continue to monitor the climate and recommend back to the City when they believe another RFP should be issued. The Council largely concurred with the scoring team’s reco mmendation and further recommended that Staff be part of discussions around a regional management model for micro mobility. 14 Item 2. MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda From: Walter Steed, Chair Meeting Date: February 1, 2021 Presenter: Walter Steed Estimated Time: 15 minutes Topic: Transportation Commission 2020 End of Year Report On February 9th the following report will be presented to City Council. Meridian Transportation Commission -Walter Steed, Chair -Jared Smith, Vice-Chair -David Ballard -Stephen Lewis -Tracy Hopkins -Ryan Lancaster -Tom LeClaire -Joseph Leckie -Zachary Shoemaker The Meridian Transportation Commission (TC) 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, in the Council Chambers. Councilman Luke Cavener and representatives from ITD District 3, ACHD, COMPASS, Valley Regional Transit (VRT), and the West Ada School District serve as ex-officio members. Planning Division Manager Caleb Hood and Comprehensive Associate Coordination Planner Miranda Carson provide staff support, Sergeant Brandon Frasier provides regular updates from the Police Department perspective, and Ted Baird and Emily Kane, City Attorneys, provide legal guidance. City Staff provides monthly updates to the Commission regarding the progress of projects that are in construction or soon to be constructed. Additional City staff and additional staff from the ex-officio agencies interact with the Commission from time-to-time as do members of the public. In 2020, the Commission welcomed new members Walter Steed and Jared Smith. Last month Commissioner Walter Steed was elected Chair and Jared Smith was elected Vice-Chair of the Commission for 2020. Two other members, David McKinney and Ryan Hall, left the Commission. In January 2020 the TC heard concerns regarding vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian flow near the YMCA and Hillsdale Elementary and determined the School Zone subcommittee would meet to discuss the issue further. John Tomlison, ITD presented information on 2018 crash data. The TC also discussed the alignment of a proposed new fixed transit route. In February, The TC further discussed the flow around Hillsdale Elementary and voted to recommend City Council support busing on the west side of Eagle Road. The TC discussed the ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan (IFYWP) 2020 Roadways, Intersections and Community Programs Priorities. Valley Regional Transit’s (VRT) Stephen Hunt presented information on the proposed new fixed Transit route. In March, the TC forwarded the finalized ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan (IFYWP) 2020 Roadways, Intersections and Community Programs Priorities to Council. Edinson Bautista, ACHD Senior Transportation Planner, introduced himself and gave a presentation on the North Meridian Bike & Pedestrian Project. The widening of Fairview, from Locust Grove to Eagle Road was discussed, as was the future role of the TC. 15 Item 3. The April meeting was cancelled. In May, Jared Smith was introduced as a new Commissioner, and Commissioner Ryan Hall’s appointment expired and he did not seek reappointment. A brief discussion from the TC took place around the COVID implications and their impacts on transportation project delays, budgets and the gas tax. The May meeting agenda was light as to test the new Zoom technology. In June, Lisa Itkonen gave a presentation on the draft COMPASS Communities in Motion (CIM) 2050 scenarios. The TC discussed the possibility of a City ordinance regarding the direction of downtown alleyways. Mr. Hood provided updates on and there was discussion of Fairview from Locust Grove to Eagle widening project. The future role of the TC was further discussed and subcommittees were established to address the topic. In July, Walter Steed was introduced as a new Commissioner. Downtown alleyways were further discussed and Lindsey Bowshire, Meridian Downtown Business Association (MDBA) President, addressed the TC on the topic. Sgt Fraiser provided an update on the COVID impact on transportation and opened a discussion on the legality of ATV/UTV’s driving on Meridian roadways. There was discussion on the potential reduction of a citywide speed limit standard from 25 MPH to 20 MPH and school zone speed limits. A motion to reduce the speed limits failed. Stephen Hunt, VRT provided an update regarding the fixed route transit expansion in Meridian and the stop locations for a new route. Mr. Hood provided a summary of a June one and a half day walk audit workshop. In August, the Future Role of the TC subcommittee proposed that 3 subcommittees be formed to address the TC’s major focus areas. Further discussion of the l egality of ATV/UTV’s driving on Meridian roadways took place. A concern was raised by a citizen regarding noise abatement on US 20/26 near the Bainbridge neighborhood. Steven Yearsley of the Tuscany HOA brought concerns regarding multi-use pathway crossings in the Eagle, Amity to Victory project design. A motion passed to request Council send a letter to ACHD to reevaluate the crossing designs in the project. The ACHD Draft 2021-2025 work plan was discussed and a motion was passed to support it. In September a motion passed to form 2 new standing subcommittees: 1) Project Review and Ordinance and 2) Development. The motion also included purpose statements for each subcommittee including the already established School Zone subcommittee. There was a brief discussion on the City stance on Shared Vehicles ending in a motion to allow Spin’s request to provide a presentation to the TC on a pilot project in Meridian. In October, the Ordinance and Development subcommittee gave an overview on their discussion of a possible ATV/UTV ordinance. In November, the School Zone subcommittee gave an overview on their discussion of a proposed roundabout at Eagle and Taconic and general discussion of alternative intersections. The Ordinance and Development subcommittee gave an overview on their continued discussion of a possible ATV/UTV ordinance. The procedures of the subcommittees were discussed. Spin sent a presentation for review by the TC. In December, Commissioner David McKinney informed the Commission he would be stepping down to take his new ACHD Commission seat. Stephen Hunt, VRT presented updates on the: cooperative agreement, Harvest Transit and potential enhancements (including service to the Boise Veterans Administration), and fixed route service expansion. Discussion began on the ACHD FY 21-25 work plan requests prioritization. The Ordinance and Development subcommittee gave an overview on their continued discussion of a possible ATV/UTV ordinance. A complete record of TC minutes can be found here: https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=180116&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCity. 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. 16 Item 3. MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: February 1, 2021 Presenter: Tom LeClaire, Transportation Commissioner Estimated Time: Topic: ATV/UTV Ordinance 2nd Reading & Public Hearing In January the Ordinance and Development Subcommittee presented a draft ATV/UTV Ordinance proposal. The ATV/UTV Ordinance has since had minor revisions. Tom LeClaire, MPD Sgt Brandon Fraiser, and City Attorney will be presenting the proposed ordinance. The following is the public notice that was posted: The Meridian Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing at its meeting on Monday, February 1, 2021, at 3:30 p.m., at Meridian City Hall, 33 East Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho, and via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84132051412 regarding adoption of the ordinance limiting the operation of ATVs and UTVs on Meridian streets. A copy of the proposed ordinance is attached. Any and all interested persons shall be heard at this public hearing, either by attending in person or virtually via Zoom. Verbal testimony may be limited to three (3) minutes per person. For auditory, visual, or language accommodations, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 208-888-4433. The public is also invited to submit written comments to CityClerk@meridiancity.org. Public comments should be reviewed prior to the meeting. All public comments are posted as they come in here: https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=219181&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCit y 17 Item 4. DRAFT – 1/5/2021 ATV, UTV, AND GOLF CART ORDINANCE PAGE 1 TITLE 7 MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC CHAPTER 5 GOLF CARTS, ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES, AND UTILITY-TYPE VEHICLES 7-5-1: DEFINITIONS: For the purposes of this chapter, these terms shall be defined as follows: A. ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE: See definition of ATV in Idaho Code (section 67-7101(1) or like provision subsequently enacted). B. GOLF CART: Every self-propelled vehicle upon three (3) or more wheels, in, upon or by which, any person or property, particularly golf clubs or golf equipment, may be carried or transported. C. UTILITY-TYPE VEHICLE (“UTV”): See definition of UTV in Idaho Code (section 67- 7101(17) or like provision subsequently enacted). 7-5-2: OPERATION OF ATVs, UTVs, AND GOLF CARTS ON PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF- WAY: No person shall operate an ATV, UTV, or golf cart on any public street, sidewalk, pathway, or alley within the City of Meridian. The following exceptions shall apply: A. Persons may operate golf carts on streets within the following described approximate square mile, in which the Lakeview golf course is located: North of the north street right of way line of Cherry Lane; east of the east street right of way line of Black Cat Road; south of the south street right of way line of Ustick Road; and west of the west street right of way line of Ten Mile Road. No person shall operate a golf cart on, or in, the right of way of Cherry Lane, Black Cat Road, Ustick Road, or Ten Mile Road. B. The operator of Lakeview golf course and its employees may operate its equipment on streets, sidewalks, or pathways, while in transit from the storage equipment area to the golf course. C. Residents of Meadow Lake Village subdivision shall be allowed to operate golf carts to travel within the subdivision, which is located south of Franklin Road, east of Eagle Road, and north of Interstate 84. D. Residents of Spurwing Heights subdivision shall be allowed to operate golf carts to travel within the subdivision, which is located north of Chinden Boulevard, between N. Black Cat Road and N. Ten Mile Road. E. Persons may operate golf carts on privately owned land or premises, and on golf courses, as allowed by the owner or operator thereof. 18 Item 4. DRAFT – 1/5/2021 ATV, UTV, AND GOLF CART ORDINANCE PAGE 2 F. Persons may operate ATVs and UTVs on privately owned land or premises, as allowed by the owner or operator thereof. G. Persons may operate ATVs and UTVs, for the limited purpose of loading, unloading, and testing recent repairs or maintenance, on local streets immediately adjacent to the location at which the ATV or UTV is loaded, unloaded, repaired, or maintained. No person shall operate an ATV or UTV on an arterial or collector. 7-5-3: ATV, UTV, AND GOLF CART OPERATION REGULATIONS: The following regulations shall apply to the operation of an ATV, UTV, or golf cart on a public street, sidewalk, pathway, or alley: A. It shall be unlawful for any person who is not a duly licensed motor vehicle driver to drive or operate an ATV, UTV, or golf cart on a public street, sidewalk, pathway, or alley. B. It shall be unlawful to operate a golf cart at a speed in excess of fifteen (15) miles per hour. C. It shall be unlawful to drive or operate an ATV, UTV, or golf cart on a public street, sidewalk, pathway, or alley while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. D. It shall be unlawful to operate a ATV, UTV, or golf cart on a public street in a careless or heedless manner, or without due caution and circumspection or at a speed or in a manner as to endanger or be likely to endanger any person or property. E. Persons operating an ATV, UTV, or golf cart shall conform to all vehicular traffic controls and shall abide by all traffic laws, rules and regulations, including the liability insurance requirements as set forth in Idaho Code for motor vehicles. F. It shall be unlawful to operate an ATV, UTV, or golf cart on public or private property unless it is equipped with the following: 1. Brake: At least one brake which may be operated by hand or foot and at least one parking brake. Such brakes may be controlled by one mechanism but if in one mechanism, the brake must be capable of being locked on for parking purposes. 2. Muffler: If the golf cart is propelled by an internal combustion engine, it must have a muffler in good working order and in constant operation to prevent excessive or unusual noise and annoying smoke. No person shall use a muffler cutout, bypass or similar device. 7-5-4: PENALTY: Any person convicted of a violation of this chapter shall be guilty of an infraction, punishable by a fine of twenty five dollars ($25.00), exclusive of court costs. Drivers operating an ATV, UTV, or golf cart on public roadways shall be subject to all state and local traffic laws, rules, and regulations applicable to motor vehicles, and shall be subject to all penalties related to a violation thereof. 19 Item 4. MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: February 1, 2021 Presenter: Rachel Haukkala, COMPASS Associate Planner Estimated Time: 20 minutes Topic: COMPASS High-Capacity Transit Survey COMPASS launched the high-capacity transit survey in January. Rachel Haukkala will present the survey. 20 Item 6. MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: February 1, 2021 Presenter: Walter Steed, Chair Estimated Time: 10 minutes Topic: Transportation Prioritization Subcommittee During the January Transportation Commission meeting there was a discussion regarding a new subcommittee. The proposed new Transportation Prioritization Subcommittee would review and evaluate the ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan Priorities List to further consider the projects and objectives and their relative ranking. This group would report to the full Transportation Commission their recommendations for listing and ranking projects and objectives for future Commission reports to the City Council. The intent of this memo is to assist the Transportation Commission in coming to a determination on the purpose and members of the subcommittee. Proposed members are Commissioners Ryan Lancaster, Stephen Lewis, and Tracy Hopkins. Current Transportation Commission by-laws allow for the formation of these subcommittees as follows: Article III SECTION 3: SUBCOMMITTEES. The Commission Chair, with the Commission' s approval, may establish such subcommittees as necessary or helpful to assist or advise the Commission in the performance of its functions and/ or furtherance of its mission. Meetings of subcommittees shall comply with any and all applicable public meetings laws. Each subcommittee shall consist of at least two (2) commissioners. Unless a subcommittee chair is appointed by the Commission Chair, each subcommittee shall elect a chair to preside at subcommittee meetings and present the findings and/ or recommendations of the subcommittee to the Commission. The Commission Chair, subcommittee chair, and/or Mayor may appoint citizens or public officials to serve as members of subcommittees. It should be noted that Commissioners can serve on more than one subcommittee, however no more than four Commissioners may serve on any one subcommittee. As noted in the bylaws, citizens and/or public officials may also be asked to participate. 21 Item 7. MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: January 4, 2021 Presenter: Miranda Carson Estimated Time: 10 minutes Topic: Staff Communications Below are relevant correspondences received by City Staff since the December TC meeting. Follow up on questions about Eagle Rd, Lake Hazel to Amity From: Brian McCarthy <BMcCarthy@achdidaho.org> Sent: Friday, January 8, 2021 1:57 PM To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org> Cc: Miranda Carson <mcarson@meridiancity.org> Subject: RE: Eagle Rd Lake Hazel to Amity Draft Scope of Work Hi Caleb. I will include Miranda on the team going forward. Will be getting the kick off meeting scheduled soon. I am aware of some of the discussion that took place on the northern segment for the pathway. For this stretch we will likely only have the Taconic Dr intersection to work with which we can address pending the results of the analysis at that intersection. Regarding the roundabout, Precision will be using two different methods. Below is directly from Joel with Precision. “We will run both the Highway Capacity Manual and the Washington DOT version as well. The Highway Capacity is the ACHD design standard, so we will have both but Sidra will mostly likely be the results we use just based on past experience.” Brian From: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org> Sent: Monday, January 04, 2021 5:07 PM To: Brian McCarthy <BMcCarthy@achdidaho.org> Cc: Miranda Carson <mcarson@meridiancity.org> Subject: RE: Eagle Rd Lake Hazel to Amity Draft Scope of Work 22 Item 8. Brian – I just got some feedback from members of our Transportation Commission and thought I’d share… Task 4.4 (pg 15) – When looking at RAB or signal at Taconic, the Highway Capacity Manual may not be the best to use. Maybe another software package can/should be used. Regarding the design of the multi-use pathway and how that is going to intersect/cross at intersections (set-back or not), we’d like that to be looked at too. NOTE: This was a large topic of discussion on the mile to the north. Finally, I think Miranda Carson is going to represent the City of Meridian on your team for this project. Can you please include her in future correspondences? Thanks and Happy New Year!!! Caleb High Capacity Transit Survey From: Liisa Itkonen <LItkonen@compassidaho.org> Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2021 4:50 PM To: Liisa Itkonen <LItkonen@compassidaho.org> Subject: COMPASS High-Capacity Transit Survey - Now Open! Complete by February 27, 2021 Members of RTAC – Today, COMPASS launched the high-capacity transit survey that Rachel Haukkala shared with you in November. You can access the survey and additional information from the COMPASS website at www.compassidaho.org. Please be sure to take the survey yourself, then share it with your staff, colleagues, friends, and family. You can forward the email below to share the information. In addition, I have attached fliers in both English and Spanish, if you have a place to post them. We also have “postcards” that can be handed out or set out, such as at an information desk, if your office is open. If you would like any postcards, let me know and we’ll mail some to you. For those of you whose agencies have communication staff, Amy Luft has been in contact with them to request their help in sharing the survey, so you don’t need to do any “heavy lifting” from that standpoint. We’re just asking you to share with your own contacts. Thanks for the help! The survey will be open through February 27; we plan to share the survey results with you in March. Let me know if you have any questions, Liisa 23 Item 8. All Aboard! Explore transit options for the Treasure Valley If there were high-capacity transit, such as light rail, commuter rail, or bus rapid transit, parallel to I-84 from Caldwell to Boise, would you use it? What would factor into that decision? Where would you want it to take you? Take a 10-minute survey to share your needs and preferences for high-capacity transit service to help COMPASS plan for the future. Take the Survey 24 Item 8. Want to learn more? • Attend one of two live online presentations to learn more and ask questions • Tuesday, February 2, 5:00 – 6:00 pm • Thursday, February 4, 12:00 – 1:00 pm • Watch a pre-recorded presentation and submit questions • Attend the COMPASS education series presentation, “High-Capacity Transit in the Treasure Valley…What Would It Take?” on January 26, 2:00 – 3:00 pm. Free, but RSVP is required. Click to learn more. • Read the Treasure Valley High Capacity Transit Study Update report • Send questions, request to be added to an email list, or request a paper copy of the survey: info@compassidaho.org or 208/855-2558 • Check the COMPASS website in mid-March for survey results Be part of the conversation. Participate by Saturday, February 27. Visit our website Nomination of Walter Steed to the ACHD Citizen Advisory Committee 25 Item 8. 26 Item 8. COMPASS 2021 Education Series High-Capacity Transit in the Treasure Valley COMPASS 2021 Education Series Presents: High-Capacity Transit in the Treasure Valley… What Would it Take? Could a high-capacity transit system parallel to I-84 “work” in the Treasure Valley? Where exactly would it go? What would it look like? How much would it cost? What is “high-capacity transit” anyway? In 2009, COMPASS conducted a study to explore questions such as these, to help understand if and how high-capacity transit, from Caldwell to Boise south of the Boise River, could serve the region’s rapidly growing population. While a service such as this is still 20 or more years away, the time to plan for it is now. To that end, in 2020, COMPASS commissioned AECOM to update the study, focusing on how different types of transit (light rail, commuter rail, or bus rapid transit) and different routes could meet regional goals. Join AECOM Vice President Bob Post as he shares study results, recommendations, and next steps, and answers your questions about future high-capacity transit in the Treasure Valley. 27 Item 8. Tuesday, January 26, 2021 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Virtual Presentation Please RSVP for the link Speaker: Bob Post, Vice President of AECOM, has over 50 years of experience in the transportation industry, including working for the Oregon Department of Transportation and TriMet, Portland’s transit operator. With AECOM, Bob has served as a leader in the firm’s transit practice, leading a wide range of transit planning and design projects throughout North America and Australia. Bob has led the study and implementation of a full range of transit mode alternatives including bus, bus rapid transit (BRT), light rail, streetcar, and commuter rail projects. The workshop is FREE and will be held online. Please RSVP to receive a link to log in: htownsend@compassidaho.org or 208/475-2232. Want to learn more and have your say? • Read the 2020 Treasure Valley High Capacity Transit Study Update • Participate in a survey (January 19 – February 27) to help inform additional next steps for high-capacity transit in the Treasure Valley. (Survey information will be available at the link above beginning January 19.) Learn more about the COMPASS 2021 Education Series: Visit our website 28 Item 8. You're Invited to COMPASS 101 - February 2, 2021 and February 10, 2021 You're Invited to COMPASS 101: Introduction to the Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) Please join COMPASS Executive Director Matt Stoll and his staff on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 or Wednesday, February 10, 2021, to learn about COMPASS and its role in planning for the future of the Treasure Valley. We'll discuss regional transportation issues and how COMPASS is addressing them, as well as provide an introduction to COMPASS' products and services, such as developing the Treasure Valley's long-range transportation plan, funding transportation priorities, and providing technical expertise. We'll also take a deep dive into regional growth issues. Two sessions available: Tuesday, February 2, 2021 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm or Wednesday, February 10, 2021 9:00 am - 11:00 am RSVP below to receive the link: 29 Item 8. RSVP Here Connect with COMPASS! Get news, updates, and facts about the Treasure Valley's transportation system in real time Citizen Question Regarding Pine St From: John Wasson <jwasson@achdidaho.org> Sent: Tuesday, January 12, 2021 3:35 PM To: John Wasson <jwasson@achdidaho.org> Cc: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org> Subject: RE: TellUs - Pine st Dear Mr. Jaeger, Thank you for taking the time to contact the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) regarding your question about extending W. Pine Avenue east to N. Ten Mile Road. The extension of Pine is currently driven by development of the land, not necessarily driven by ACHD. There has been an application to develop that property along Pine west of Ten Mile. The City of Meridian has received the initial application for a subdivision called Foxcraft Subdivision. At this time ACHD has only received a draft report, and the City is the agency that has the lead on this development. I would recommend that you contact Mr. C. Caleb Hood in the Planning Department at 208-884-5533. He would be able to direct you to the staff member that is overseeing the subdivision. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me directly at 208-387-6151. Respectfully, John D. Wasson John D. Wasson Assistant Traffic Engineer Ada County Highway District  (208) 387-6151  (208) 387-6391 jwasson@achdidaho.org 30 Item 8. From: Laser Fiche <Laserfiche@achdidaho.org> Sent: Tuesday, January 12, 2021 12:55 PM To: John Wasson <jwasson@achdidaho.org> Subject: TellUs - Pine st A TellUs Form has been dispatched to you for action. Please take action and submit to your department admin. A Tell Us submission was received on 1/12/2021 12:06:28 PM Tell Us Request: 21-00086 From: Jerry Jaeger Subject: Pine st Category: Other Point of Reference: Blackcat to Ten mile Issue: Is there any thought about opening Pine st through to Ten mile, to alleviate all the traffic coming from those neighborhoods on Blackcat? The traffic from hiway 16 since the signal was put in at chinden and Blackcat has increased traffic ten fold. Anything that would alleviate some or part of the traffic both ways would be timely. Department Assigned: Engineering Click here to view the submission in a Web browser. After taking action, you can submit back to the department admin. Click here to open this task in Forms. 31 Item 8. MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: February 1, 2021 Presenter: Miranda Carson Estimated Time: 10 minutes Topic: E. 2nd Street, between Broadway and Idaho – Downtown Meridian The City and the Meridian Development Corporation (MDC) as well as other stakeholders in downtown have been discussing alternate cross-sections of E. 2nd Street, between Broadway and Idaho in downtown Meridian. While the exact cross-section is not yet finalized, we want to ensure the Transportation Commission does not see any fatal flaws with this vision and the concept. Essentially, our vision is to have 2nd Street become an integrated part of this section of downtown. There are many existing and proposed uses that bind our community together in this area and we believe 2nd Street can serve a greater public good if rebuilt. Largely what this means is using this section of 2nd Street to be repurposed for more pedestrian activity. We are not proposing to vacate the right-of-way or prohibit vehicles. But we do envision a curbless block with limited on-street parking. Following our Historic Downtown Standards while creating an iconic place, we would highlight the rich history and culture of Meridian. This vision includes moving the Hunter Lateral out of the Civic Block and into the 2nd Street right-of-way and highlighting its existence. Further, this would be a location with public art and for markets or street festivals to set up. This would occasionally justify restricting vehicular traffic. If the Commission is generally supportive of this concept and vision, our next steps are to continue stakeholder meetings and begin broader public outreach. We want to involve the public early in our design plan. 2nd Street can become a place for the community and designed with the community. The initial timeline would allow planning and design to continue through 2021, and construction would be done in coordination with adjacent development. 32 Item 9. East 2nd Street Place Making Concept 33 Item 9. Partners •City of Meridian •Meridian Development Corporation •ACHD •COMPASS •Valley Regional Transit •Meridian Library District unBound •neUdesign •Union 93 Galena •Nampa Meridian Irrigation District •Meridian Downtown Business Association •Meridian Citizens 34 Item 9. •Visioning •Assumed parameters •Goals/Wish List •Case Study examples/precedents •Present Vision to ACHD Commission •Establish Funding and Timeline •Public involvement early and often •Design •Present Design to Partners •Construction in conjunction with adjacent development Developing the Project 35 Item 9. E 2nd Street, Downtown Meridian •Broadway to Idaho •Within MDC’s New Union URD •Limited on-street parking •80’ Right-of-Way 36 Item 9. Local Examples Basque Block Grove St, Boise8th Street, Boise Indian Creek Plaza, Caldwell •Pedestrian connection for the Downtown core •Curbless street with tactile dividers of the street and sidewalks 37 Item 9. Art and Landscapes •Iconic community gathering place •Following Historic Downtown Standards •Highlighting history and culture of Meridian 38 Item 9. Street Markets and Festivals 39 Item 9. MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL Agenda Topic on the City Council Agenda From: Meridian Transportation Commission Meeting Date: February 9, 2021 Presenter: Walter Steed, Chair Estimated Time: 15 minutes Topic: Transportation Commission 2020 End of Year Report Meridian Transportation Commission -Walter Steed, Chair -Jared Smith, Vice-Chair -David Ballard -Stephen Lewis -Tracy Hopkins -Ryan Lancaster -Tom LeClaire -Joseph Leckie -Zachary Shoemaker The Meridian Transportation Commission (TC) 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, in the Council Chambers. David Ballard and David McKinney served as Chair and Vice-Chair (respectively) in 2020. Councilman Luke Cavener and representatives from ITD District 3, ACHD, COMPASS, Valley Regional Transit (VRT), and the West Ada School District serve as ex-officio members. Planning Division Manager Caleb Hood and Comprehensive Associate Coordination Planner Miranda Carson provide staff support, Sergeant Brandon Frasier provides regular updates from the Police Department perspective, and Ted Baird and Emily Kane, City Attorneys, provide legal guidance. City Staff provides monthly updates to the Commission regarding the progress of projects that are in construction or soon to be constructed. Additional City staff and additional staff from the ex-officio agencies interact with the Commission from time-to-time as do members of the public. In 2020, the Commission welcomed new members Walter Steed and Jared Smith. Last month Commissioner Walter Steed was elected Chair and Jared Smith was elected Vice-Chair of the Commission for 2021. Two other members, David McKinney and Ryan Hall, left the Commission. In January 2020, the TC heard concerns regarding vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian flow near the YMCA and Hillsdale Elementary and determined the School Zone subcommittee would meet to discuss the issue further. John Tomlinson, ITD presented information on 2018 crash data. The TC also discussed the alignment of a proposed new fixed transit route. In February, The TC further discussed the flow around Hillsdale Elementary and voted to recommend City Council support busing on the west side of Eagle Road. The TC discussed the ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan (IFYWP) 2020 Roadways, Intersections and Community Programs Priorities. Valley Regional Transit’s (VRT) Stephen Hunt presented information on the proposed new fixed Transit route. In March, the TC forwarded the finalized ACHD Integrated Five-Year Work Plan (IFYWP) 2020 Roadways, Intersections and Community Programs Priorities to Council. Edinson Bautista, ACHD Senior Transportation Planner, introduced himself and gave a presentation on the North Meridian Bike & Pedestrian Project. The widening of Fairview, from Locust Grove to Eagle Road was discussed, as was the future role of the TC. The April meeting was cancelled. In May, Jared Smith was introduced as a new Commissioner, and Commissioner Ryan Hall’s appointment expired and he did not seek reappointment. A brief discussion from the TC took place around the COVID implications and their impacts on transportation project delays, budgets and the gas tax. The May meeting agenda was light as to test the new Zoom technology. In June, Lisa Itkonen gave a presentation on the draft COMPASS Communities in Motion (CIM) 2050 scenarios. The TC discussed the possibility of a City ordinance regarding the direction of downtown alleyways. Mr. Hood provided updates on and there was discussion of Fairview from Locust Grove to Eagle widening project. The future role of the TC was further discussed and subcommittees were established to address the topic. In July, Walter Steed was introduced as a new Commissioner. Downtown alleyways were further discussed and Lindsey Bowshire, Meridian Downtown Business Association (MDBA) President, addressed the TC on the topic. Sgt Fraiser provided an update on the COVID impact on transportation and opened a discussion on the legality of ATV/UTV’s driving on Meridian roadways. There was discussion on the potential reduction of a citywide speed limit standard from 25 MPH to 20 MPH and school zone speed limits. A motion to reduce the speed limits failed. Stephen Hunt, VRT provided an update regarding the fixed route transit expansion in Meridian and the stop locations for a new route. Mr. Hood provided a summary of a June one and a half day walk audit workshop. In August, the Future Role of the TC subcommittee proposed that 3 subcommittees be formed to address the TC’s major focus areas. Further discussion of the legality of ATV/UTV’s driving on Meridian roadways took place. A concern was raised by a citizen regarding noise abatement on US 20/26 near the Bainbridge neighborhood. Steven Yearsley of the Tuscany HOA brought concerns regarding multi-use pathway crossings in the Eagle, Amity to Victory project design. A motion passed to request Council send a letter to ACHD to reevaluate the crossing designs in the project. The ACHD Draft 2021-2025 work plan was discussed and a motion was passed to support it. In September, a motion passed to form 2 new standing subcommittees: 1) Project Review and Ordinance and 2) Development. The motion also included purpose statements for each subcommittee including the already established School Zone subcommittee. There was a brief discussion on the City stance on Shared Vehicles ending in a motion to allow Spin’s request to provide a presentation to the TC on a pilot project in Meridian. In October, the Ordinance and Development subcommittee gave an overview on their discussion of a possible ATV/UTV ordinance. In November, the School Zone subcommittee gave an overview on their discussion of a proposed roundabout at Eagle and Taconic and general discussion of alternative intersections. The Ordinance and Development subcommittee gave an overview on their continued discussion of a possible ATV/UTV ordinance. The procedures of the subcommittees were discussed. Spin sent a presentation for review by the TC. In December, Commissioner David McKinney informed the Commission he would be stepping down to take his new ACHD Commission seat. Stephen Hunt, VRT presented updates on the: cooperative agreement, Harvest Transit and potential enhancements (including service to the Boise Veterans Administration), and fixed route service expansion. Discussion began on the ACHD FY 21-25 work plan requests prioritization. The Ordinance and Development subcommittee gave an overview on their continued discussion of a possible ATV/UTV ordinance. Ryan Lancaster gave an educational presentation on Roundabouts and Alternative Intersections. A complete record of TC minutes can be found here: https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=180116&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCity. 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.