2021-06-07
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Monday, June 07, 2021 at 3:30 PM
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Agenda
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_____ David Ballard _____ Luke Cavener, Ex-Officio - City Council
_____ Zachary Shoemaker _____ Shawn Martin, Ex-Officio - ACHD
_____ Ryan Lancaster _____ Toni Tisdale, Ex-Officio - COMPASS
_____ Walter Steed _____ VACANT, Ex-Officio - WASD
_____ Tracy Hopkins _____ Alissa Taysom, Ex-Officio - VRT
_____ Stephen Lewis _____ Justin Price, Ex-Officio - ITD
_____ Jared Smith
_____ Tom LeClaire
_____ Joseph Leckie
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. May 3, 2021
OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Transportation Projects Update - M. Carson
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
3. Deer Crest Parking – M. Carson / John Wasson, ACHD / Jim Cox, Property Owner
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4. Meridian Police Department Update - Sgt Brandon Frasier
5. ACHD Livable Streets Performance Measures - Ryan Head
6. Transit Service at Pine and 3rd - Joe Guenther, VRT
7. Downtown Meridian Commercial Parking Study - M. Carson
8. Staff Communications - M. Carson
9. July Meeting Date
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
10. ACHD Bike and Pedestrian Treatment
11. Comprehensive Plan and Master Mobility Map
12. Harvest Service Update
NEXT MEETING - TBD
ADJOURNMENT
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Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
May 3, 2021
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Audio and video technical issues were occurring in Council Chambers. Roll call was
taken after the technical issues were resolved.
(Meeting called to order at 3:57 p.m.; Zoom Meeting started and roll taken)
x Walter Steed x Stephen Lewis (via-zoom) o Shawn Martin (Ex-Officio via
Zoom)
x David Ballard x Jared Smith (via-zoom) x Toni Tisdale (Ex-Officio-via
Zoom)
x Ryan Lancaster
(via zoom)
x Zachary Shoemaker (via-
zoom)
x Ian Updike (Ex-Officio-via
zoom)
x Tom LeClaire
(via-zoom)
x Joseph Leckie (via-zoom) x Alissa Taysom (Ex-Officio via
Zoom)
o Tracy Hopkins
(excused)
x Luke Cavener, (Ex-Officio via
Zoom) x Justin Price (Ex-Officio via
zoom)
Others Present: Mark Ghiorso (chambers), E. Kane (zoom), C. Hood (zoom), and M. Carson
(chambers)
Adoption of the Agenda
Chairman Steed noted one change to the agenda, item 3 may be moved down on the agenda until
the citizen is present in chambers or on zoom. Mr. Ghiorso informed staff he may be running
behind. Chairman Steed called for any additional changes, none were noted. Commissioner
Ballard motioned to adopt the agenda with the noted change; second by Commissioner Lewis -
all ayes- motion passed.
1. Approval of April 5th, 2021 meeting minutes
Chairman Steed called for any corrections, comments or needed changes. Noted changes were
made and Ms. Carson will amend the April 5th minutes to reflect:
Approval of the Minutes motion by Commissioner Lancaster; second by Commissioner
Ballard
Adoption of the April 5th Agenda 2nd made by Commissioner Lewis
On page 5 of the packet, Staff Communications 3rd paragraph noted the 4-way stop
intersection of Vanderbilt and Lichfield. Chairman Steed would like the minutes to reflect,
that the School Zone Subcommittee will review and report back to the Commission.
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No additional corrections were noted. A motion to approve the April 5th meeting minutes was
made by Commissioner Ballard; second by Commissioner LeClaire – all ayes- motion passed to
approve the April 5th, 2021 minutes with the noted amendments.
Old Business Items
2. Transportation Projects Update
Ms. Carson addressed the Commission and noted that the Transportation Projects updates begin
on page 7. New items are in bold and Ms. Carson will highlight a few of the notable items and
stand for questions at the end.
Ms. Carson began with the Linder Rd., Overland to Franklin and noted that City Council approved
on April 20th, $2.5 million to help fund the overpass.
On pg. 9 Ms. Carson noted the Lake Hazel and Eagle signal and that full design is included in the
Staff Communications if anyone would like to review it. Staff continues to express concerns about
pathway crossings behind cars.
Ms. Carson moved onto pg. 10 under ITD projects and highlighted the Linder Road to Locust
Grove corridor project and the controlled traffic during construction. Again, more details can be
found in Staff Communications.
On pg. 11 Ms. Carson noted the SH69, Kuna to Meridian Traffic Study and that ITD will be doing
some interim improvements to restrict left turn movements at Calderwood and SH69, which are
not specifically related to the study. More details can be found in Staff Communications.
On pg. 12 the 2nd Street, Broadway to Pine project was submitted to COMPASS for consideration
of a $25K project development grant.
Ms. Carson concluded by noting the new Rides-to-Wellness program that launched for Meridian
veterans to get rides to the Boise VA Medical Center.
Ms. Carson stood for questions, which took place.
A motion by Commissioner Lewis was made to have a letter sent to the City Council
recommending a review of the concerns about the pathway crossings on the Lake Hazel and
Eagle road project (on pg. 9 of the packet); second by Commissioner Ballard –discussion took
place and vote taken - all ayes – motion passed. Ms. Carson and Chairman Steed will draft the
letter.
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New Business Items
3. Chinden at Black Cat Citizen Complaint Discussed after Item 6.
Chairman Steed opened this item and asked Mr. Hood to provide an introduction of Mark
Ghiorso and provide a brief summary on the issue. Mr. Hood noted the memo on page 14, in the
packet, which outlines the complaint and what Mr. Ghiorso came to address. Chairman Steed
invited Mr. Ghiorso to address the Commission, which he did, regarding the need for a west-
bound deceleration lane at Chinden and Black Cat. Mr. Ghiorso expressed a significant safety
issue at this intersection.
Mr. Hood provided a brief update on the conversations that have taken place between the City,
ITD, ACHD and the four developers involved with developments around this intersection. Mr.
Hood noted that intersection is not in its final developed state as designed with ITD and Costco,
but there is a timing and funding shortfall that currently exists, which complicates resolving the
issue in the near future. Discussions are taking place with developers to see if there are any
options to mitigate the traffic risk prior to the full build out of the 6 lane ITD design.
Chairman Steed opened the floor for discussion, which took place.
4. Meridian Police Department
Sgt. Frasier was not in attendance so no update was provided. Item will remain on agenda for
future meetings.
5. Ordinance and Development Subcommittee Update (T. LeClaire)
Commissioner LeClaire provided a brief update from the meeting that occurred at 2:30pm
today. The Subcommittee has been following a House Bill 129 (HB) that passed in the
Legislature, which is anticipated to go into effect on July 1, 2021 regarding off-road vehicles. The
HB would limit Golf Cart and ATV/UTV access on the arterial/collectors streets, but would
allow use on city streets. The Subcommittee has had the draft city ordinance rewritten, which
is in the packet, to follow the language of the HB. The Subcommittee is reporting that the
revised ordinance is ready for review by the Transportation Commission. The Subcommittee is
recommending that the ordinance be approved at the June meeting, and forwarded on as a
recommendation to the City Council. Additionally, the Subcommittee is recommending that
another public hearing occur for public testimony on the recommended proposal.
Commissioner LeClaire stood for questions, and Chairman Steed opened the floor for
discussion, which took place.
A motion by Commissioner Lewis to forward the April 5th ATV/UTV draft ordinance to
Council with a recommendation to adopt the ordinance and city council hold a hearing; second
by Commissioner Lancaster. Chairman Steed called for a vote – 1 nay by Commissioner
Ballard, 5 aye – motion passed.
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6. Transportation Commission Subcommittee Evaluation (Chrm. Steed)
Chairman Steed gave a brief overview of how the four Subcommittees were formed along with
a recap of 6-month action by the Transportation Commission to evaluate the usefulness and
continuance of the subcommittees. Chairman Steed opened the floor for discussion which took
place. The Subcommittees will continue as organized.
Chairman Steed opened the floor for discussion, which took place.
Chairman Steed recognized the citizen that entered the chambers to speak on the Chinden at
Black Cat complaint. Item 3 was then discussed at approximately 1:20 of the meeting.
7. Staff Communications (M. Carson)
Ms. Carson noted the Staff Communications start on page 25 of the packet and the change in
format. Since no objections have been expressed, she will continue with the new summary
format moving forward. As previously stated, if the Commission doesn’t like the new format
Ms. Carson is happy to change it back.
Ms. Carson began by congratulating the reappointments to the Transportation Commission of
Mr. Lewis, Mr. Hopkins and Mr. Smith with a term expiration of 5/31/2024.
Ms. Carson noted the HW16 clarification and the continuation down McDermott Road
response from Mr. Lakey at ITD. Volume throughput on HW16 currently exceeds the capacity
of the 2 lane McDermott Rd.
Ms. Carson briefly touched on the SH69, Meridian at Calderwood as it was covered in the
Projects Update.
Ms. Carson concluded by highlighting the I-84 Corridor study that COMPASS and ITD are
collaborating on. A summary of feedback is included in the packet, and the topic was also
covered under the project’s updates.
Ms. Carson stood for questions and Chairman Steed opened the floor for discussion on the
Staff Communication topics, which took place.
Chairman Steed reviewed the Future Meeting Topics and noted that item 8 should be struck
through. Ms. Carson briefly highlight item 9, that will be presented in June. Chairman Steed
asked for any additional items to be added, none were noted. Chairman Steed asked for any
open discussion items and feedback on returning to in-person meetings. Ms. Carson will
confirm with the Mayor’s office.
Future Meeting Topics
8. ATV/UTV/Golf Cart Ordinance – June item to be removed as it was discussed
at the May meeting
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9. Downtown Meridian Parking Study – June
10. ACHD Bike and Pedestrian Treatment
11. Comprehensive Plan and Master Mobility Map
12. Harvest Service Update
Next Meeting Date: June 7, 2021
Adjourn
Chairman Steed asked for a motion to adjourn, which was made by Commissioner Ballard;
second by Commissioner Lewis. Meeting adjourned at 5:30.
(AUDIO RECORDING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
APPROVED:
_______________________ _______________
WALTER STEED, CHAIR DATE
ATTEST:
________________________ _______________
CHRIS JOHNSON (City Clerk) DATE
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: June 7, 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 2021-2025 IFYWP was adopted by the ACHD
commission on September 23rd, 2020 and can be found here:
https://www.achdidaho.org/Departments/PlansProjects/IFYWP.aspx
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Linder, Overland to Franklin: An interagency Task Force has been established by the Mayor
with the purpose of ensuring the Linder Overpass is realized. City Council approved a
budget allocation of $2.5 million dedicated to of building this critical overpass on April 20 th. After
a joint ACHD Commission and City Council meeting on October 22 nd, a joint letter of support
was sent to the Idaho Transportation Board requesting this project be added to the STIP. This
project was submitted to COMPASS for consideration of a Project Development Grant for
$25,000. Widen Linder Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and a Level 3 b ike 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.
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Eagle Road, Amity to Victory and roundabout at Amity: Zaldia roundabout is complete.
Amity/Eagle is closed May 10th through early August. Work on the west side of Eagle
Road is ongoing. Pedestrian crossing at Ten Mile Creek is functional. ACHD is now including
shark teeth and additional signage in the design at Rome. City staff continue to advocate that
the landscaping at Rome Dr. will create visibility issues. Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter,
multi-use pathways. Includes a 2-lane roundabout with a slip lane at the northwest corner at
Amity for southbound traffic turning west. Also includes a pedestrian crossing on Rome Dr.
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Design will be done with in-house, ACHD resources. 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 a nd 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
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Ten Mile/Amity Intersection: Irrigation work and paving are ongoing. The roundabout is
closed until approximately 6/4. Utility work is complete. The intersection will be closed
beginning in early April for 60 days (until about early June). Local access on Amity Road and
Ten Mile Road will be maintained up to homes and businesses but there will be no access thru
the intersection. Detour routes are in place. Project was awarded to Central Paving; $1.997M,
with an anticipated completion date in June 2021. 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
Ustick/Black Cat Intersection: Preconstruction meeting was held May 20th. Project is on the
April 90 day bid list with a notice to proceed date of May 2021. Install an interim traffic signal at
the intersection of Ustick Rd and Black Cat Rd. 95% design was completed Februa ry 2021.
Construction is scheduled in 2021 in the IFYWP. Ultimately the intersection is planned to have
a dual lane roundabout in accordance with the 2016 CIP.
McMillan/Black Cat Intersection: Signalize and expand the McMillan Road and Black Cat Road
Intersection to a 3x3 configuration. Pedestrian facilities will be added at the intersection in the
form of ADA-compliant ramps and signal infrastructure; no additional sidewalk will be
constructed beyond what is needed for the pedestrian ramps. The new traffi c signal at the
intersection will accommodate the 3x3 configuration with flashing yellow arrow capability for the
left-turn movements if desired. This project is currently programmed for ROW in FY 2021 and
construction in FY 2022.
8th St at Meridian Middle: Preconstruction meeting was held on May 13th. Project has been
bid with two other enhanced pedestrian crossing projects. Construction is scheduled to start on
June 7, 2021. Install enhanced pedestrian crossings at NW 8th St and Meridian Middle School.
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. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_locust-grove-victory-to-overland.aspx
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Victory/Locust Grove Roundabout: Notice to proceed has been issued for December 2021.
Construct a multi-lane roundabout. Designed 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 and
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connection on the north end of a sidewalk gap to the west. This project will be done with in -
house design. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_locust-grove-victory-to-overland.aspx
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Ten Mile Road, Victory to Overland and Ten Mile/Victory Roundabout: Design of bike facility is
changing to sidewalk level bike lanes behind the back of curb (separate from the sidewalk). The
sidewalk level bike lanes will continue on the south leg of the Ten Mile/Victory intersection. On
the north side of the east leg and both sides of the west leg, ACHD is considering bike lane and
sidewalk be replaced with a 10’ pathway with 3’ stamped concrete buffer. 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
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity: After a traffic analysis to evaluate multiple alternatives and
determine the appropriate design for the intersection reconstruction a multi-lane roundabout,
design concepts will process with a multi-lane roundabout. Two intersection alternatives were
evaluated with 2043 (design year) traffic conditions, a multi-lane roundabout and a conventional
traffic signal. The level 3 facility will likely be upgraded for a full 10’ multi-use pathway. Widen
Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and Level 3 b ike facility. Includes a roundabout at
Eagle Rd and Taconic Dr. ROW is programmed in FY 2022. Construction is planned for 2023 in
the adopted IFYWP with a cost of $3.4M.
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Lake Hazel and Eagle Signal: 95% design has been distributed to the project team for a
review meeting to be held May 6th. City staff continues to have concerns with pathway
crossings behind and between cars at local streets, and the visibility conflicts it creates
such as the one in this design at E Levin Dr. 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 project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_intersection_lake-hazel-and-eagle.aspx
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Fairview, Locust Grove to Eagle & Locust Grove Signal: 75% design review meeting was held
February 9th. Bike lane treatment is an ongoing discussion; asphalt, concrete, and permeable
materials and marking patterns are being considered. ACHD has a consultant that will be
providing recommendations for how to handle bike crossings. Bike lane will likely be separated
and elevated from the vehicle travel lanes. ACHD is planning to replace existing walks, to
address ADA issues, but keep detached where possible in same locations to the degree
possible. ACHD is not planning a crossing at Fairview and Stonehenge, with the reason cited
being safety concerns. A Z-crossing just west of Fairview/Webb is being considered. There is a
landscape island in Hickory Way (north leg) which may be removed to have an addit ional lane
out to Fairview. VRT has requested consideration of a future bus stop on Fairview on the far
side of Hickory Way. Widen intersection to 9 lanes on Fairview and 7 lanes on Locust Grove.
Widen Fairview to 7 lanes with curb, gutter, sidewalk and Le vel 3 bike facility. Design in 2020-
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2021, right-of-way acquisition in 2021-22, and construction in 2023 in adopted IFYWP with a
cost of $4.26M. 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
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd Interim Signal: 50% design review meeting was held May 11th.
ACHD confirmed that there are no sidewalk or ADA improvements with this project. There
was some discussion on expanding project to the east, with the existing Taper near
Glenmere and extending the turn lane further east. 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 a nd if
widening will occur all to one side or equally on both sides (still to be determined). Estimated
lifespan of the interim intersection improvements expected to be 10 -years.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
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.
Ustick, Ten Mile to Linder: Project Team met on May 17th there was a discussion about
Five-Mile Creek remaining open and design speed. Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb,
gutter, sidewalk and Level 3 bike facility from Ten Mile Rd to Linder Rd as per the 2020
CIP and the Bike Master Plan. Concept design w ill further clarify project scope. Design is
planned for 2022. Construction is planned for 2025.
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
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 is complete. **This
is the last time this update will appear on the list.
FY21 Arterial & Collector Capital Maintenance: 95% design was distributed to the project
team. The two Meridian roadway segments are Victory Rd, Black Cat Rd To Ten Mile Rd
& Amity Rd, Meridian Rd to Locust Grove Rd.
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
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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 opened December 2020. These changes come
with new turning movements out of the Banbury and Bristol Heights neighborhoods.
Linder Road to Locust Grove Road: Paving on the south side of Chinden, from Linder to
Meridian Road, began today. When complete, this one-mile stretch of highway will be
re-striped for four lanes, two in each direction, and re-open in its final configuration by
early summer. The shared-used pathway on the south side of Chinden will also open at
this time. Work will occur roughly between 3 am and 3 pm with additional night work in
the intersections. Motorists should expect delays at peak travel time during
construction and allow extra time to reach their destination. We appreciate your
patience and remind motorists to always drive with caution through construction areas.
Star Road to ID-16: Construction is planned for 2023.
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Idaho Highway 16 extension, U.S. 20/26 to I-84: An online public meeting was held May 21st-
June 6th. The online meeting documents can be found here:
https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/517dbca99c4d4a078ac5c777872baca1 . This project
was featured in the April 2021 episode of the Drive Idaho podcast. That can be found here:
https://idahoitd.libsyn.com/idaho-16-0. ITD is preparing design plans now for an “interim”
phase. Visioning and phasing 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 will make interim improvements to restrict left turn
movements from eastbound and westbound Calderwood onto SH69. 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 concurr ence 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 report; present study findings to Meridian Transporta tion
Commission, city councils and ACHD commission; and compile final report . Concept plans are
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scheduled to be complete Summer 2021. 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. City Parks Department is working with a
consultant to negotiate easements for four (4) parcels from Linder to 8 th St. The City currently
has obtained all but one required easement from 8th to 3rd. We are currently pursuing acquisition
of easements from 8th Street west to Linder, a nd 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.
South Meridian Neighborhood Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan: A draft list of projects has been
distributed to the Project Team. ACHD and several partners including the City have been
working on developing a plan to help improve walking and bicycling routes in South Meridian
neighborhoods. This plan is complementary to the City’s Pathways Plan with more of an
emphasis on on-street bike facilities. ACHD is seeking feedback here:
https://communityremarks.com/southmeridian/ Here is a link to the project site:
http://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_program_south-meridian-neighborhood-bicycle-and-
pedestrian-plan.aspx
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
MDC / OTHER PROJECTS
2nd Street, Broadway to Pine: This project was submitted to COMPASS for consideration of a
Project Development Grant for $25,000. The vision for 2nd street was presented to stakeholders
and the ACHD commission in separate meetings in January. Discussions are beginning on how
to activate 2nd Street in Downtown Meridian to be a community place. This project will be done
in coordination with the Civic Block redevelopment.
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
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
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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.
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Transit: A new Rides-to-Wellness service for Meridian Veterans to schedule rides to the VA
Medical Center in Boise will launch on May 3rd. 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.)
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
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: The City does not currently have an RFP out. Meridian Downtown Business
Association (MDBA) will monitor the climate and recommend back to the City when they believe
micro mobility is appropriate. Bird has expressed an interest in opening operations in Meridian
in 2021. CD staff suggested they speak with MDBA to gauge further interest.
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Item 2.
MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: June 7, 2021
Presenter: Miranda Carson Estimated Time: 15 minutes
Topic: Deer Crest, Linder to Arliss Parking Complaint
The intent of this agenda item is to share a citizen complaint and get input from the Commission
regarding time restrictions on W Deer Crest St between Linder and Arliss. ACHD’s process for
matters such as these includes getting agreement from the City.
Barry Peters, business owner on W Deer Crest St, has concerns that Rocky Mountain High School
students are parking on the street for extended periods of time blocking visibility when residents
exit the Linder Spring Townhomes. The request is to have the same parking restriction that exists
on W Laughton Dr signed on W Deer Crest St between Linder and Arliss. There is a process through
ACHD, although the time control signs are typically used in residential not commercial areas.
Meridian Police Department (MPD) has stated they will not oppose the time restriction as it does
not significantly affect MPD operationally.
ACHD has stated that with concurrence from the City and MPD command leadership and signatures
from the property owners along Deer Crest, they will install parking restrictions on Deer Crest.
Those parking restrictions can be the same as those currently in existence on Arliss and Laughton,
or more or less restrictive. There are four (4) parcels and all four would need to be in complete
agreement regarding said restrictions.
John Wasson, ACHD and Jim Cox, Linder Springs Townhomes will both be atte nding the
Transportation Commission meeting to answer any questions.
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Item 3.
MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson,
Coordination Planner
Meeting Date: June 7, 2021
Presenter: Ryan Head, ACHD Planning
Manager
Estimated
Time:
15 minutes
Topic: ACHD Livable Streets Performance Measures
LIVABLE
STREETS
PERFORMANCE
MEASURES
ACHD is drafting Livable Streets Performance Measures. The performance measures will be utilized
to gauge the impact and experience of the various users of the transportation system. ACHD
Planning Manager Ryan Head will be at the June meeting to discuss the performance measures. His
presentation is attached for your review.
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Ada County Highway District
DRAFT LIVABLE STREETS PERFORMANCE MEASURES
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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ACHD PROJECT TEAM
Ryan Head, AICP CTP
Tom Laws, AICP
Shawn Martin, PE PTOE
Dyan Bevins, PE
Dale Kuperus, PE
Christy Little
Alexander Crown
ACHD COMMISSION
Kent Goldthorpe, President
Dave McKinney, Vice-President
Jim D. Hansen, Commissioner
Mary May, Commissioner
Alexis Pickering, Commissioner
CONSULTANT TEAM
Erin David, AICP
Jean Crowther, AICP
David Wasserman, AICP
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES
ACT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Jeremy Maxand, Chair
Steven Snow, Vice Chair
Karen Olsen, Secretary
Laine Amoureux
Cheryl Bloom
Betty Chatburn
Melainie Hertling
Kevin Jernigan
Marie “Mel” Leviton
Erin Olsen
Alissa Taysom
BICYCLE ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
Lisa Brady, Chair
Gary Segers, Vice Chair*
John Mooney, Secretary
Cody Boyce
Morgan Cornwall*
Brent Jennings
Wava Kaufman
Greg Laragan*
Debbie Lombard-Bloom*
Mary Beth Nutting*
Jared Ostyn*
Nina Schaeffer
Andrew Query
PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY
GROUP
Cynthia Gibson, Chair
Stephen Lewis, Vice Chair*
Sarah Taylor, Secretary
Chris Danley*
Charlie Hill
Joe Jaszweski
Wava Kaufman*
Michael Keith
Chris Laraway
Matt Vraspri
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LIVABLE STREETS
DRAFT ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT | LIVABLE STREETS PERFORMANCE MEASURES | Page 3
Safe
Sidewalks for
All Abilities
Appropriate
Bike Facilities
Adequate
Space for Cars
and Buses
Connects You
to Where You
Want to Go
Well Maintained
Facilities for All
Users
ACHD’s Commitment to LIVABLE STREETS
was articulated through its 2009
Transportation Land Use Integration Plan
(TLIP). This Plan included four guiding
documents that help inform all activities of
the District:
-Complete Streets Policy
-Livable Streets Design Guide
-Master Street Map
-Cost Share Ordinance
Since 2009, ACHD has adopted a series of
various foundational documents that
further articulate the vision of TLIP as it
applies to various modes of travel:
-Bike Master Plan -2018 Addendum
-Neighborhood Bike and Pedestrian Plans
-Americans with Disability Act Transition
Plan Update
-Capital Improvement Plans
This document articulates the measures
and procedures ACHD will utilize to gauge
the impact and experience of the various
users of the transportation system. ACHD’s
investments will be focused on the vision of
livable streets for all users.
ANATOMY OF A LIVABLE STREET
ACHD’S COMPLETE STREETS GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Streets, bridges and transit stops within Ada County should be designed,
constructed, operated and maintained so that pedestrians, bicyclists, transit
riders, motorists, and people of all ages and abilities can travel safely and
independently. (ACHD Policy Manual Section 3110.2)
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A MEASUREMENT FOR ALL
DRAFT ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT | LIVABLE STREETS PERFORMANCE MEASURES | Page 4
LEVEL OF SERVICE
(LOS)
DRIVERS
A-C
D
E
F
High Comfort Driving
Some Traffic
Growing Traffic
Large Delays
LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (BLTS)
BICYCLISTS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
Strong and Experienced
Bicyclists Only
LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (PLTS)
PEDESTRIANS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
High Stress Experience
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LEVEL OF SERVICE
(LOS)
DRIVERS
A-C
D
E
F
High Comfort Driving
Some Delays
Large Delays
Stuck in Traffic
Adopted planning
threshold for Arterials.
No adopted threshold
for Collectors and
Local roads
VEHICULAR LEVEL OF SERVICE DESCRIPTION
The Vehicular Level of Service performance measure provides a transparent
framework to guide assessment of vehicular networks. The LOS reflects
relative comfort of roads and intersections. The original methodology was
developed by the Florida Department of Transportation. This methodology
has been adapted to reflect local experience.
Vehicular LOS is only utilized to evaluate the arterial roadway network.
Planning level thresholds based on peak hour volumes and specific facility
design components (typically the number of travel lanes) help determine the
relative comfort level for drivers on the corridor. Separate measures for
vehicles and intersections are derived from tables adopted through the most
current Capital Improvement Plan. The most recent Capital Improvement
Plan can be found here.
Vehicular LOS is evaluated for the future condition using the travel demand
model. This ensures that projects that are built meet the needs for the
expected growth projected by the land use jurisdictions for the next 20
years.
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (BLTS)
BICYCLISTS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
Strong and Experienced
Bicyclists Only
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
BIKE LEVEL OF TRAFFIC STRESS DESCRIPTION
The Level of Traffic Stress Analysis provides a transparent framework to
guide assessment of bicycle facility networks. The BLTS reflects relative
comfort and safety of roads and intersections. The original methodology was
developed and documented in the 2012 Mineta Transportation Institute
Report 11-19: Low-Stress Bicycling and Network Connectivity. Since the 2012
report, numerous adaptations and updates have occurred. This methodology
has been adapted to reflect local experience.
To identify the BLTS for a specific road segment or intersection, the user
would select the appropriate table on the following pages.
Segments
•Mixed Traffic
•Bike Lane + Buffered Bike Lane
•Raised Lane, Protected Lane, or Multi-Use Paths
Intersections
•Unsignalized
•Signalized and Enhanced Crossings
•Roundabouts
In all cases, scores are determined by the weakest link principle, meaning
that the least comfortable quality of a roadway or intersection determines
the score or ranking for that location.
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (BLTS)
BICYCLISTS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
Strong and Experienced
Bicyclists Only
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
# of
Auto
Lanes
Average
Daily Traffic
Vehicle Speeds
20
mph
25
mph
30
mph
35
mph
40
mph
45
mph
50+
mph
2-Way
Street
(No
Centerline)
0-750 LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
751-1500 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
1501-3000 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
3000+LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
1-3 (With
Centerline)
0-750 LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
751-1500 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
1501-3000 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
3000+LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
4-5
0-8000 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
8000+LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
6+Any ADT LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
MIXED TRAFFIC
Used in situations where there is no dedicated bike facility, or the dedicated facility is
frequently blocked forcing the bicyclist to take the lane.
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (BLTS)
BICYCLISTS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
Strong and Experienced
Bicyclists Only
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
BIKE LANE AND BUFFERED BIKE LANES
Used in situations where there is a dedicated bike lane with or without a painted buffer.
# of Auto
Lanes
Bike Lane
Width
(Includes
Buffer)
Posted Speeds
20
mph
25
mph
30
mph
35
mph
40
mph
45
mph
50+
mph
2 -3
6’+LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4
4’ or 5’LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
4-5
6’+LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4
4’ or 5’LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
6+Any Width LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
Adjustment Factors
•Heavily Utilized Parking Adjacent to a 4’ or 5’ Bike Lane –Add 1 LTS
•Roadway Pavement Condition Index Rating Below 70 –Add 1 LTS
•Frequent Driveway Crossings –Add 1 LTS
RAISED/PROTECTED LANES AND MULTI-USE PATHS
Used in situations where there are protected bike lanes or multi-use paths. For all
segments (between intersections), these would be considered LTS 1.
Adjustment Factors
•Raised Bike Lanes At >35 MPH –Add 1 LTS
•Frequent Driveway –Add 1 LTS
•Protected bike lanes using only candles –Add 1 LTS
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (BLTS)
BICYCLISTS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
Strong and Experienced
Bicyclists Only
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
UNSIGNALIZED INTERSECTIONS
Used in situations where there is no signal. To rank, the highest stress score of any leg
would be utilized.
Adjustment Factors
•Adding a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) –Lower 1 LTS
•Refuge medians of at least 8’ with a vertical element would reduce the total
number of lanes crossed at one time to the distance from curb to median.
•Intersections with a Bike Lane and Right Turn Lane –Add 1 LTS
Posted Speed
Total Auto Lanes Crossed
1-3 Lanes 4-5 Lanes 6+ Lanes
20-25 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 4
30 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 4
35 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4
40+LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
ROUNDABOUTS
Used in situations with a roundabout to describe the experience when bicyclists take
the lane. For those mixing with pedestrians, the pedestrian table would be used.
Circulating Lanes Total Entry Leg ADT (VPD)LTS
1 <6000 LTS 2
1 >6000 LTS 3
2+ (Partial or Full)Any LTS 4
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (BLTS)
BICYCLISTS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
Strong and Experienced
Bicyclists Only
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
SIGNALIZED INTERSECTIONS AND
ENHANCED CROSSINGS
Used in situations where there is a signal present. To rank, the highest stress score of
any leg would be utilized.
Intersection Features
Total Lanes Crossed At One Time
1-3 4-5 6+
Enhanced Crossing w/ Median Refuge LTS 1 N/A N/A
Protected Intersection or Enhanced
Crossing (No Refuge)LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 3
Floating Bike Lane (Left of RTL)LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4
Bike Lane (Right of RTL or Thru-Right Lane)LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
Adjustment Factors
•Refuge medians of at least 8’ with a vertical element would reduce the total
number of lanes crossed at one time to the distance from curb to median.
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (PLTS)
PEDESTRIANS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
High Stress Experience
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
PEDESTRIAN LEVEL OF TRAFFIC STRESS
DESCRIPTION
The Level of Traffic Stress Analysis provides a transparent framework to
guide assessment of pedestrian facility networks. PLTS is an emerging
practice as of 2021. The PLTS reflects relative comfort and safety of roads
and intersections. This methodology has been adapted to reflect local
experience.
To identify the PLTS for a specific road segment or intersection, the user
would review the appropriate table(s) as noted below. In all cases, scores are
determined by the weakest link principle, meaning that the least
comfortable quality of a roadway or intersection determines the ranking for
that location.
Segments
For segments, all below tables would be reviewed. The highest stress score
for any of the tables would be the assigned PLTS for the segment.
•Sidewalk Presence
•Sidewalk Buffer
•Sidewalk Width and Condition
Intersections
Only the applicable table would be used to describe the intersection.
•Unsignalized
•Signalized and Enhanced Crossings
•Roundabouts
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (PLTS)
PEDESTRIANS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
High Stress Experience
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
SIDEWALK PRESENCE
Sidewalk
Presence
# of
Travel
Lanes
Posted Speeds
20 mph 25 mph 30 mph 35 mph 40+ mph
Complete Both
Sides
2 Lanes LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 2
3+ Lanes LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 2
Complete 1 Side
2 Lanes LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3
3+ Lanes LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4
Incomplete Both
Sides
2 Lanes LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4
3+ Lanes LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
SIDEWALK BUFFER
Total Travel
Lanes
Total Buffer Width (Includes Landscaping, Parking, Bike Lanes, etc)
<5’5’-10’11’-14’15’+
1-2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 1 LTS 1
3 LTS 3 LTS 2 LTS 1 LTS 1
4-5 LTS 4 LTS 3 LTS 2 LTS 1
6+LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 3 LTS 2
Adjustment Factors
•Frequent Driveways –Add 1 LTS
•Low volume residential streets less than 25 MPH –Lower 1 LTS
Adjustment Factors
•Low volume residential streets with 1-2 lanes –Lower 1 LTS
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (PLTS)
PEDESTRIANS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
High Stress Experience
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
SIDEWALK WIDTH AND CONDITION
Actual Sidewalk
Width
Sidewalk Condition
Very Good Good Fair Poor
<4’LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4 LTS 4
4’LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 3 LTS 4
5’LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 2 LTS 4
6’+LTS 1 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 3
Speed Limit
Total Travel Lanes Crossed At One Time
1-3 Lanes 4-5 Lanes 6+ Lanes
20-25 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 4
30 LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 4
35 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4
40+LTS 3 LTS 4 LTS 4
UNSIGNALIZED CROSSINGS
Adjustment Factors
•No Illumination Present –Add 1 LTS
•Adding a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon –Lower 1 LTS
•Pedestrian refuge medians of at least 8’ with a vertical element would reduce the
total number of lanes crossed at one time to the distance from curb to median.
Adjustment Factors
•Low volume residential streets with 4’-5’ sidewalk –Lower 1 LTS
•5’ detached sidewalk in very good or good condition –Lower 1 LTS
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LEVEL OF TRAFFIC
STRESS (PLTS)
PEDESTRIANS
1
2
3
4
High Comfort for All
High Comfort for Adults
Increasing Stress for Most
High Stress Experience
Desired facility level for
an All Ages and Abilities
network. May not be
feasible in some land use
contexts.
SIGNALIZED INTERSECTIONS AND CROSSINGS
ROUNDABOUTS
Intersection Features
Total Lanes Crossed At One Time
1-3 4-5 6-7 8+
PHB or Ped Signal LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 4 LTS 4
Signalized Intersection LTS 1 LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4
Adjustment Factors
•Ramps and Pushbuttons Inaccessible per Inventory –Add 1 LTS
•Pedestrian refuge medians of at least 8’ with a vertical element would reduce the
total number of lanes crossed at one time to the distance from curb to median.
Lanes Crossed LTS w/o Enhanced
Crossing
LTS w/ Enhanced
Crossing
1 LTS 2 LTS 1
2+LTS 2 LTS 1
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Moving the LIVABLE STREETS
PERFORMANCE MEASURES from idea
into everyday practice is a key part of
the success of this effort. Many
activities are already underway. The
list here is a summary of current and
proposed actions being taken to fully
embrace the measures set forth in
this document. The identified
responsible department and timeline
is a guide to encourage ongoing
effort to implement these measures.
In all things, ACHD is committed to its
Complete Streets policy and seeking
to meet the desired performance
levels identified here.
ONGOING EFFORTS
EFFORT DESCRIPTION RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
Expand the scope of roadway maintenance projects to include a comprehensive
improvement for all users.Planning
Establish multi-use paths and raised or protected bike lanes as the standard bike facility
treatment on arterial roadways.Planning
Select and acquire sweeper equipment for use in protected bike lanes.Maintenance
Development typical drawings reflecting best practices for raised bike lanes and multi-
use paths.Design
Establish an interim policy for the construction of temporary multi-use paths along
arterial roadways with development.Development Services
Hire a Bicyclist and Pedestrian Program Coordinator to facilitate implementation.Planning
NEW EFFORTS
EFFORT DESCRIPTION RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT TIMELINE
Hold training for all project team members on new metrics.Planning Summer 2021
Develop projects that meet desired performance levels during
project scoping. Document if not able to meet.Planning Summer 2021
Review current design efforts to determine if projects will meet
desired LTS upon construction. Revise as feasible.Capital Projects Summer 2021
Establish comprehensive project prioritization process to be used
across all categories and modes for the IFYWP.Planning Fall 2021
Review Sections 7100 and 7200 for modifications to bring
development review in alignment with new measures.
Development
Services
Winter 2022
Review and adjust other ACHD policies as identified that support
implementing Livable Streets.All Ongoing
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700 NE 2nd Street, Suite 100 • Meridian, ID 83642 • p: 208.846.8547 • f: 208.846.8564 • 1.855.345.7433
Memorandum
TO: Meridian Transportation Committee
FROM: Joe Guenther, Capital and Facilities Project Manager
SUBJECT: Transit Service at Pine and 3rd, SWC
DATE: June 03, 2021
The priority stop at Pine and 3rd in Meridian was designed to take advantage of the
pedestrian bulb that was built as part of the Pine Street redesign, constructed by ACHD.
Background
The original concept at this location had the bus stops far-side of the bulb-out areas which
would have required removal of multiple (at least four) parking stalls on each side of the
intersection to allow the bus to curb in the parking area and then return to the travel lane. In
order to minimize parking impacts VRT moved the bus stop to be “Near-Side” (before the
intersection) with a pedestrian bulb and protected parking along Pine.
Discussion
When Pine was reconstructed, parking was allowed without restriction to the pedestrian
bulb. The preferred design would have been to follow the National Association of City
Transportation Officials (NACTO), Transit Street Design Guidelines a standard Near-Side, In-
Lane bus-bulb stop referenced and shown below in this memorandum. Allowing parking
adjacent to the bulb creates an improper curbing motion for VRT’s buses and a safety
concern for vehicle contact, see design figures attached. The Federal Transit Administration
(FTA) guidance cited in this memorandum shows that parking restrictions during service
periods would be the appropriate response. Parking restrictions may not solve all issues
with the Pine and 3rd stop but without, the bus would not be able to serve riders at the curb.
Recommendation
It is VRT’s recommendation that parking restrictions, following the FTA guidance, are applied
during peak service times for safe transit service at the Pine and 3rd stop as shown in the
attached figures.
NACTO Standard Near-Side, In-Lane Stop
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Near-side stops at the approach to an intersection can facilitate in-lane stops in mixed-traffic
lanes, where turning movements and queued vehicles behind transit vehicles do not block the
intersection.
Where a high volume of vehicles turn onto the transit street, locating a stop near-side keeps the
far side of the intersection clear to receive turns.
If a large number of vehicles turn behind the stopped transit vehicle at a far-side location, they
will likely block the intersection, resulting in traffic congestion and delay. Place near-side stops
close enough to the intersection that right-turning vehicles cannot merge in front of stopped
transit vehicles. Continue bike facilities behind the stop.
Source: NACTO Standard design for bus-bulb stop with In-lane transit service
https://nacto.org/publication/transit-street-design -guide/stations-stops/stop-design-factors/stop-
placement-intersection-configuration/
FTA Guidance
Bus bulbs are a section of sidewalk that extends from the curb of a parking lane to the edge of
the through lane. When used as a bus stop, the buses stop in the traffic lane instead of moving
into the parking lane.
One option to eliminate merging delay is to restrict parking during peak periods. The curb lane
remains the bus stopping lane and there is no re-entry delay. The curb lane can be designated
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as a bus lane during peak periods only. In either case the problem is preventing illegal parking
or standing. Even a few vehicles violating the restrictions can defeat their purpose.
Advantages of a bus bulb include:
• Permits more on-street parking
• Decreases the walking distance (and time) for pedestrians crossing the street
• Provides better sight lines to bus patrons waiting for the bus
• Provides additional sidewalk area for bus patrons to wait
• Segregates waiting bus patrons from circulating pedestrian flow on the sidewalk
• Results in minimal delay to the bus and its on-board passengers by reducing bus merge
delay
• Provides additional space for amenities including bus shelters
With a bus bulb, buses stop in the travel lane and therefore there is no delay in re-entering the
traffic stream.
Some disadvantages of a bus bulb are:
• Can cause traffic to queue behind a stopped bus, thus causing traffic congestion
• May cause drivers to make unsafe maneuvers when changing lanes in order to avoid a
stopped bus
• Costs more to install compared with curbside stops, particularly for addressing street
drainage requirements
https://www.transit.dot.gov/research-innovation/stops-spacing-location-and-design
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6Concrete Sidewalk, Thickness 5", 706.4.1.E.1, SY34.4 SY = Sheet TotalExcavation (Plan Quantity), 202.4.1.A.1, CY3.8 CY (Note 1) = Sheet Total3/4" Crushed Aggregate For Base, 802.4.1.B.1, TON6.9 Ton = Sheet TotalAnticipated Traffic Control - Sheet 40, Detail E1Removal Of Sign, 201.4.1.F.1.A, EA1 EA = Sheet Total11Steel Sign Posts (E-1), 1105.4.1.C.1, LB90 LB = Sheet Total9Landscape/Sod/Surface/Sprinkler System, SP-1, SY2.0 SY = Sheet Total1.If Contractor Is Directed By Owner Or Engineer To ExtendConstruction Limits, Items Paid For By Volume Will BeCalculated And Paid For By Neat Line Calculation. OtherItems Necessary To Complete Work Will Be MeasuredCompleted In Place And Paid For Under Their RespectivePay Item(s).2.Contractor May Encounter Existing Pressure IrrigationSystem. If Encountered Contractor Will Adjust And VerifyCoverage Of Remaining System.3.Prior To Demolition, Contractor Shall Layout ImprovementsTo The Nearest Existing Cold Joint For Engineer's Approval.4.Contractor Shall Match Existing Cross Slope At All Tie InLocations And Transition Sidewalk Cross-Slope To 1-2%Within 5' Of Tie In Location.Notes2.0'ExistingCurbRetain&Protect8.5' To 14.5'Existing Sidewalk64" - 3/4" Minus Crushed BaseCompacted SubgradeSection A-AScale:N.T.S.1.5% ± 0.5%Potential No Parking±50'FORPRESENTATIONPURPOSES36Item 6.
MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: June 7, 2021
Presenter: Miranda Carson Estimated Time: 10 minutes
Topic: Downtown Meridian Commercial Parking Study
With ongoing development in Downtown Meridian, parking has been a topic of discussion. A recent
study was completed of commercial parking downtown. This study provides updates to past
parking supply and demand analyses for commercial uses in the study area as shown in Figure 1.
The intent is to be a reference tool for Council, TC, Meridian Development Corporation, Planners,
and developers when considering parking needs and capacity as our Downtown expands. The full
study is attached for your review.
Past occupancy surveys combined with the code analysis show that there is a currently a surplus
parking supply downtown. Downtown settings generate more walk-in business, and therefore do
not require the capacity of more widely dispersed commercial areas. With respect to new
commercial developments, code requirements for number of off-street spaces and exception
clauses appear to be sufficient. Bearing that in mind, there are some areas of future study that may
be warranted.
Please note this is a limited study. Occupancy surveys were not completed, and residential parking
uses downtown were not included in the study.
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Prepared by:
Miranda Carson, City of Meridian Comprehensive Planner
Fred Resch III, Boise State University Intern
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
2. Current Parking Supply .................................................................................................. 2
2.01. Off-Street Parking Supply .................................................................................................................. 6
2.02. On Street Parking Supply ................................................................................................................... 6
3. Parking Code Analysis and Adequacy ........................................................................... 6
3.01. Parking Code Analysis......................................................................................................................... 6
3.02. Past Occupancy Surveys ..................................................................................................................... 7
3.03. Current Parking Adequacy ................................................................................................................. 7
4. Findings and Recommendations ................................................................................... 8
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1. Introduction
The primary purpose of this parking study is to update past parking supply and demand analyses for
commercial uses in Downtown Meridian. Residential uses were not included in the study; without an
extensive inventory and occupancy survey of private land uses, there is not enough information to
draw data driven conclusions. Street level public parking inventories within the study area as outlined
in red on Figure 1 were collected the first week of March 2021. Privately-owned off-street parking
supply is based on past inventory with the exception of three lots used in agreement with the land
owners for public parking. An occupancy survey was not done; due to COVID restrictions in place,
it was felt any occupancy counts would inaccurately reflect normal demand. Parking need estimates
are based on the Meridian City parking code (11-3C) for the respective land uses. Land uses were
identified as residential and nonresidential. It is bounded approximately by East Carlton Avenue to
the north, Union Pacific Railroad to the south, East Third Street to the east, and Meridian Road to
the west.
Figure 1. Downtown Study Area
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2. Current Parking Supply
The inventory of parking spaces located within the downtown study area is classified into two primary
categories, on-street and off-street and within that subdivided into private and public. On-street spaces
refer to spaces located on a roadway, adjacent to a block. On-street parking spaces were inventoried
on March 6th, 2021 by Fred Resch III. Off-street spaces refer to spaces located within a block in a
parking lot. Off-street inventory included in this report is based on past data as counted in 2004 and
2009 surveys performed by Carl Walker.
Generally, on-street spaces are available for public parking while the majority of off-street spaces are
reserved for a particular group (e.g. specific customers, reserved parking, etc.) In this report, public
parking refers to parking available to all user groups and managed by the City, this includes on-street
parking and three lots run by the City. Private parking refers to parking owned privately and
designated for a specific user group.
The parking supply inventory identified a total of approximately 1,208 parking spaces within the study
area. Some parking locations, mostly in the eastern part of the study zone, lacked parking stripes or
the existing stripes were worn away. In these situations, the number of parking spaces available was
estimated based on the size of the parking area. Due to construction, a small percentage of spaces
were inventoried using recent aerial images. Of the 1,208 parking spaces, 627 parking spaces are in
off-street parking lots and 581 spaces are located on-street.
As part of the previous study, block numbers were assigned to the various blocks located in the study
area; the previously assigned block numbers were maintained for this study. The following figure
illustrates the block numbering sequence. On and off-street counts are shown below for each block
in Table 1.
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Table 1: Number of Parking Spaces by Street Section
Street Section # of On Street
Spaces
# of Off-Street
Spaces Total Spaces Block
(See Figure 2)
Broadway (Meridian to Main) N 8 24 32 14
Broadway (Meridian to Main) S 21 52 73 17
Broadway (Main to 2nd) N 13 27 40 15
Broadway (Main to 2nd) S 16 0 16 18
Broadway (2nd to 3rd) N 12 54 66 16
Broadway (2nd to 3rd) S 19 0 19 19
E. Idaho Ave (Meridian to Main) N 12 44 56 11
E. Idaho Ave (Meridian to Main) S 29 67 96 14
E. Idaho Ave (Main to 2nd) N 22 0 22 12
E. Idaho Ave (Main to 2nd) S 7 17 24 15
Figure 2. Block Numbering Scheme
5 7 6
10 8 9
13
14 15 16
17 18
21
11 12
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Street Section # of On Street
Spaces
# of Off-Street
Spaces Total Spaces Block
(See Figure 2)
E. Idaho Ave (2nd to 3rd) N 40 13 53 13
E. Idaho Ave (2nd to 3rd) S 35 23 58 16
E. Pine Ave (Meridian to Main) N 16 27 43 8
E. Pine Ave (Meridian to Main) S 0 11 11 11
E. Pine Ave (Main to 2nd) N 9 0 9 9
E. Pine Ave (Main to 2nd) S 5 0 5 12
E. Pine Ave (2nd to 3rd) N 10 0 10 10
E. Pine Ave (2nd to 3rd) S 12 0 12 13
E. State Ave (Meridian to Main) N 22 7 29 5
E. State Ave (Meridian to Main) S 26 0 26 8
E. State Ave (Main to 2nd) N 20 7 27 6
E. State Ave (Main to 2nd) S 15 0 15 9
E. State Ave (2nd to 3rd) N 10 0 10 7
E. State Ave (2nd to 3rd) S 12 0 12 10
E. Carlton Ave (Meridian to Main) N 10 0 10 4
E. Carlton Ave (Meridian to Main) S 12 7 19 5
E. Carlton Ave (Main to 2nd and a Half) N 9 12 21 2
E. Carlton Ave (Main to 2nd) S 4 49 53 6
E. Carlton Ave (2nd and a Half to 3rd) N 0 0 0 3
E. Carlton Ave (2nd to 3rd) S 8 0 8 7
N. Main Street (Bower to Broadway) W 7 0 7 17
N. Main Street (Bower to Broadway) E 8 0 8 18
N. Main Street (Broadway to Idaho) W 6 0 6 14
N. Main Street (Broadway to Idaho) E 13 0 13 15
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Street Section # of On Street
Spaces
# of Off-Street
Spaces Total Spaces Block
(See Figure 2)
N. Main Street (Idaho to Pine) W 8 8 16 11
N. Main Street (Idaho to Pine) E 7 0 7 12
N. Main Street (Pine to State) W 9 10 19 8
N. Main Street (Pine to State) E 9 0 9 9
N. Main Street (State to Carlton) W 5 8 13 5
N. Main Street (State to Carlton) E 6 0 6 6
NE 2nd Street (Broadway to Idaho) W 8 0 8 15
NE 2nd Street (Broadway to Idaho) E 11 0 11 16
NE 2nd Street (Idaho to Pine) W 13 14 27 12
NE 2nd Street (Idaho to Pine) E 13 23 36 13
NE 2nd Street (Pine to State) W 8 0 8 9
NE 2nd Street (Pine to State) E 8 0 8 10
NE 2nd Street (State to Carlton) W 8 5 13 6
NE 2nd Street (State to Carlton) E 13 0 13 7
NE 3rd Street (Broadway to Idaho) W 6 0 6 16
NE 3rd Street (Idaho to Pine) W 8 13 21 13
NE 3rd Street (Pine to State) W 10 0 10 10
NE 3rd Street (State to Carlton) W 5 0 5 7
Keller Engineering HQ NA 47 47 21
Masonic Lodge Off Street NA 22 22 13
Generations Plaza (Half Public Half Private) NA 36 36 12
Totals 581 627 1208
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2.01. Off-Street Parking Supply
The study area contained an approximate total of 627 off-street parking spaces for nonresidential use.
The City of Meridian currently manages approximately 105 (17%) off-street spaces across three
different lots; only portions of these lots are public parking. The remaining 522 (83%) off-street
parking spaces are reserved for employees and visitors of specific businesses or buildings.
2.02. On-Street Parking Supply
The study area contains approximately 581 public on-street spaces, all of which are controlled by the
City. The on-street parking supply consists of parallel and diagonal parking spaces. The number of
on-street parking spaces was estimated in some areas due to lack of markings. The on-street parking
is available to the public on a first-come-first-serve basis with time restrictions in place in busier areas
along Main Street, typically two hours. There are seven signed accessible on-street parking spaces in
the study area.
3. Parking Code Analysis and Adequacy
3.01. Parking Code Analysis
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, it was determined that performing a parking occupancy
survey would not produce reliable results. Rather than occupancy, an analysis of parking requirements
per City code is a proxy for nonresidential demand in this limited study.
Meridian City Code Section 11-3C provides regulations and standards for the minimum number of
required off street parking spaces for new developments. The entirety of the study area is zoned Old
town (O-T) district which is part of the Traditional Neighborhood District. In the Traditional
Neighborhood District for nonresidential uses “the requirement shall be one (1) space for every one
thousand (1,000) square feet of gross floor area.” These requirements are lesser than those of other
areas of the City to allow for more flexibility in parking and a more walkable downtown. It should be
noted that current parking code does not outline differing parking requirements for uses such as retail,
office, restaurants etc. However, code does state: “A greater number of spaces may be required in any
application involving a conditional use permit.”
For the purpose of this analysis the standard of one space per every one thousand square feet was
used. Using property data provided by the Ada County Assessor's Office we were able to calculate,
for every nonresidential property in the study area, how many off-street parking spaces would be
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required per code were the development new. The number of nonresidential off-street parking spaces
per by code in the study area would be 380; the total of non-residential off-street parking spaces at the
time of the study was 627.
3.02. Past Occupancy Surveys
The first occupancy survey of downtown Meridian took place in August of 2004 and found, as shown
in Table 2 below, that approximately 47% of downtown parking spaces were occupied during the
study period. A follow up survey in 2009 found that approximately 49% of the downtown parking
spaces were occupied.
This provides us with an idea of historical parking adequacy. In comparing past studies to this one
there are differences of note. Past studies used a larger definition of downtown Meridian than is
used here. Using Washington Street as the northern boundary and Ada Street as the southern
boundary, the count of parking spaces was higher in past studies. These studies are both over 10
years old and the study area may have changed in ways that may affect the occupancy rates.
3.03. Current Parking Adequacy
As mentioned above an occupancy survey was not conducted due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions;
an occupancy survey would be ideal in determining adequacy of the current parking situation in the
study area. Code analysis in comparison to past occupancy was the methodology used for determining
adequacy here.
The total number of existing nonresidential off-street parking spaces being 165% (627 spaces) of
recommended supply (380 spaces) for the area reinforces the surplus shown in past occupancy
surveys. Especially when including on-street parking counts, the results indicate that the study area
has more than adequate parking. Downtown may be busier in some areas than others at any given
Table 2. Current Study Area Parking Adequacy
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point of the day, which may cause a perceived parking issue, overall our study showed adequate
parking supply.
4. Findings and Recommendations
Past occupancy surveys combined with the code analysis show that there is a currently a surplus
parking supply in downtown. Downtown settings generate more walk-in business, and therefore do
not require the capacity of more widely dispersed commercial areas. With respect to new
developments, code requirements for number of off-street spaces and exception clauses appear to be
sufficient. Bearing that in mind, there are some areas of future study that may be warranted:
• Deeper review is needed to specifically ensure equity of service and compliance with the
American with Disabilities Act and State code Section 49-213b. With the restraints of
construction in mind, the count of seven signed accessible on-street parking spaces in the
study area is lesser than expected.
• As more residential developments continue to be built in the study area, the City should be
aware of how increased residential demand in the area may affect overall parking demand and
should work with developers to ensure adequate residential parking in new developments.
Further inventory and occupancy survey of private land uses, may be warranted in the next
few years.
• Work should continue with private parking lot owners to better utilize existing space, to the
benefit of the City, developers, and the private lot owners. This includes possible off-street
parking structures with developments.
• As effects of the current pandemic wane and the developments in the block surrounding City
Hall complete, a future occupancy survey may be reasonable.
• Future exploration of long-term and short-term fee structures for on-street and off-street
parking may be reasonable as the results of future occupancy surveys reach +85% occupancy.
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: June 7, 2021
Presenter: Miranda Carson Estimated Time: 5 minutes
Topic: Staff Communications Below are summaries of relevant correspondences received by City Staff since the last TC meeting.
West Ada School District Ex-Officio Seat Vacant The following was received from our West Ada School District Ex-Officio on June 3: Good afternoon Mr. Steed and Mrs. Carson, I’m leaving my position as the West Ada Transportation Liaison effective June 25th. I had planned on attending the June 7th meeting of the Transportation Commission but will unfortunately be absent because of District obligations. Mr. Yochum will connect my successor with the commission once they have been hired. I have enjoyed my time on the Commission and wish you all the best. Thank you for your service to our community. Sincerely, Ian Updike
Keeping Up With COMPASS
Keeping Up With COMPASS
June 2021
A newsletter for COMPASS members to keep abreast of
COMPASS Board, committee, and workgroup actions.
Executive Committee – May 11, 2021
More information: www.compassidaho.org/people/execmeetings.htm
Next meeting date: July 13, 2021 [The June 8, 2021, Executive Committee meeting has been
cancelled]
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May Action Items:
•June Board Meeting Agenda. Established the agenda for the June 21, 2021, COMPASS Board of
Directors meeting.
•Executive Director Annual Review. Recommended that the COMPASS Board of Directors retain the
employment of COMPASS Executive Director, Matt Stoll, and that the Board of Directors consider an
increase in salary. This item will be brought to the full COMPASS Board of Directors for
consideration in its June 21, 2021, meeting
•TMA Balancing Plan. Approved a plan to balance the Transportation Management Area programs
using new funding through the FY2021 Highway Infrastructure Program and the FY2021 Coronavirus
Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriates Act. Some portions of the plan will be implemented
through staff administrative modification and other portions will be brought to the COMPASS Board
of Directors for action in its June 21, 2021, meeting. In addition, one new project included in the
plan will be added to the FY2022-2028 Regional Transportation Improvement Program, for adoption
by the COMPASS Board of Directors in October 2021.
•Legislative Issues. Received a status report on state legislative issues. No action was taken.
Regional Transportation Advisory Committee –
May 26, 2021
More information: www.compassidaho.org/people/rtacmeetings.htm
Next meeting date: June 23, 2021
May Action Items:
•End-of-Year and Redistribution Program. Recommended COMPASS Board of Directors’ approval of
priorities for the End-of-Year and Redistribution Program, which reallocates un-obligated federal
transportation funds to other projects. The Board of Directors will be asked to approve the priorities
in its June 21, 2021, meeting. Board approval of the priorities will allow prioritized projects to be
funded quickly, should funding become available.
•High-Capacity Transit. Recommended COMPASS Board of Directors’ approval of a “locally favored”
high-capacity transit option of regional rail on the Boise Cutoff alignment. If approved, this option
will be reflected in Communities in Motion 2050 (CIM 2050), including the CIM 2050 Vision for
growth and transportation and the overall 2050 public transportation system. The Board of Directors
will be asked to approve the locally favored option in its June 21, 2021, meeting.
•Fiscal Impact Analysis Policy. Reviewed the newly developed Fiscal Impact Analysis tool and
recommended COMPASS Board of Directors’ approval of a policy to guide how and when COMPASS
staff will use the tool as a member service. The Board of Directors will be asked to approve the
policy in its June 21, 2021, meeting.
•FY2021-2027 TIP. Recommended COMPASS Board of Directors’ approval of an amendment and
Board administrative modification to the FY2021-2027 Regional Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) to change the scope of a culvert replacement project and to increase the cost of a
public transportation vehicle replacement project. The Board of Directors will be asked to approve
the amendment and administrative modification in its June 21, 2021, meeting.
May Information/Discussion Items:
•FY2022-2028 TIP. Provided the draft FY2022-2028 TIP project list for agency review, prior to public
comment in August 2021. Comments on the draft project list are due to COMPASS staff no later
than July 16, 2021.
•CIM 2050 Vision. Reviewed the process for developing the CIM 2050 Vision (preferred growth and
transportation scenario), which will provide the demographic basis for CIM 2050. RTAC will receive
the draft CIM 2050 Vision with a request for recommendation to the COMPASS Board of Directors in
its July 28, 2021, meeting.
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• Data Bike. Received a report on the inaugural (2020) year of use of the COMPASS Data Bike, which
will be used to measure pavement conditions on pathways in Ada and Canyon Counties. The first
year served as a pilot to develop standard operating procedures. Full use of the bike will commence
in 2021.
• Complete Network Policy. Received a status report on the development of the COMPASS Complete
Network Policy and reviewed its purpose, organization, and anticipated uses. RTAC will receive the
policy with a request to recommend COMPASS Board of Directors’ adoption in a future meeting.
Workgroups
Public Participation Workgroup Active Transportation Workgroup
Meeting date: May 4, 2021 Meeting date: May 10, 2021
Highlights:
• Reviewed and provided feedback on the draft
Communities in Motion 2050 Vision map.
• Reviewed the draft FY2022 Public Participation
Workgroup charter.
Next meeting date: July 2021
Highlights:
• Reviewed the proposed process for prioritizing
pathway and bikeway projects. The process will
be finalized in the June workgroup meeting.
• Discussed the prioritization of locations for
future permanent bicycle/pedestrian counters.
• Began discussions of priorities for deploying the
COMPASS Data Bike.
Next meeting date: June 14, 2021
Public Transportation Workgroup
Meeting date: May 17, 2021
Highlights:
• Provided feedback on the COMPASS
congestion management toolkit.
• Reviewed the "locally favored" high-capacity
transit option.
Next meeting date: Summer 2021
Access past editions of Keeping Up with COMPASS online at
www.compassidaho.org/comm/newsletters.htm.
Off-Highway Vehicle Ordinance Following discussion with Planning, Legal, and Meridian Police Department (MPD) it was determined that MPD will take on the Off-Highway Vehicle Ordinance as drafted by the Ordinance & Development Subcommittee. The attached letter from the Transportation Commission in support of the Off-Highway Vehicle Ordinance was sent on May 18th. I will notify the TC when a Council date for review is set.
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MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL
From:
Walter Steed, Transportation Commission Chair
Date:
May 18, 2021
Topic:
Transportation Commission: Proposed Off-Highway Vehicle Ordinance
The Meridian Transportation Commission (TC) recommends that Meridian City Council adopt the attached proposed ordinance regarding Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs), including golf carts, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and utility-type vehicles (UTVs). The proposed ordinance would repeal and replace Meridian City Code Title 7, Chapter 5, which currently pertains only to golf carts.
In August 2020, the Meridian Police Department (MPD) brought to the Transportation Commission its concern regarding the lack of clarity in code for the use of ATVs and UTVs on the roadways. MPD reported seeing more people driving these types of vehicles, as well as more golf carts, on the roadways but we were told officers were having trouble explaining to operators why they were being stopped. Idaho Code provisions in effect at the time allowed the operation of UTVs and ATVs on streets that are not designated as “controlled-access highways.” This designation was within the purview of the highway authority (in Meridian, the Ada County Highway District (ACHD)), but ACHD had not published or otherwise issued official guidance regarding this designation as to the streets in its jurisdiction. Absent an ACHD designation, police officers, prosecutors, and the magistrate courts were left to interpret the designation as it applied to arterials, collectors, and local roads. There were conflicting interpretations of the state statutes among UTV/ATV operators, the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, which regulates UTV/ATV use on forest service roads and public lands, and law enforcement personnel. Though cities were authorized to restrict or prohibit UTV/ATV use on roads within city limits, Meridian City Code at the time was specific to only golf carts and did not address any other type of vehicle. The TC determined that the issue warranted closer review and assigned the matter to the Commission’s Ordinance & Development Subcommittee.
The subcommittee held their first meeting in October 2020 to discuss the issue. The subcommittee was comprised of three (3) commissioners and David Claiborne, President of the Idaho State ATV Association. Staff support was provided by MPD Sergeant Brandon Frasier, and Deputy City Attorney Emily Kane. Following duly noticed public meetings in October 2020, December 2020, and January 2021, the subcommittee prepared an initial draft ordinance that prohibited the use of ATVs and UTVs on public roads in Meridian, with the exception of local streets where an ATV or UTV was being loaded, unloaded, or repaired, tested, or maintained. The subcommittee presented this draft to the TC at its January 4, 2021 meeting, and the TC set the matter for public hearing.
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On February 1, 2021, the TC held a public hearing on the January draft ordinance, and received both written and verbal comments. All public comments received are available here: https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=219181&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCity The public comments were largely in opposition to the proposed restrictions. The TC remanded the matter to the subcommittee for further discussion. The subcommittee met again in March and April. At its April 5, 2021 meeting, the subcommittee considered a new draft ordinance that, instead of imposing restrictions on UTV/ATV use, would clarify the State law as it applies in Meridian. Available guidance from ACHD was that “controlled-access highway” included arterials and collectors, but not local roads. The April draft ordinance incorporated this guidance, and stated that OHVs (including ATVs, UTVs, and golf carts) would be allowed to operate on local roads only. At the time, this language reflected, and was no more restrictive than, the current state code regarding UTVs and ATVs. This draft also proposed a change to the existing city code provisions regarding golf carts, by treating them as OHVs, as the state code does, rather than prohibiting them, with specific geographic exceptions. In the meantime, during the 2021 Idaho legislative session, two bills were introduced in the Idaho legislature regarding OHV use in cities. HB 164 included a provision that would allow OHVs on all roads within the state, and remove the authority of local jurisdictions to regulate the use of OHVs within their respective jurisdictions. This bill ultimately did not move forward out of committee. HB 129 stated that OHVs are allowed on all roads within the state, but preserved the authority of cities to restrict or prohibit such use by local ordinance. HB 129 was signed by Governor Little on April 13, 2021, and will be effective on July 1, 2021. The impact of HB 129 on the subcommittee’s April draft ordinance is that the proposed ordinance is now more restrictive than state law. Under the draft ordinance, OHVs would be allowed on local roads, but prohibited on arterials and collectors. Under state law, absent local action, OHVs are allowed on all roads. The subcommittee presented the April draft to the TC at the TC’s May 3, 2021 meeting, with a recommendation that the TC hold another public hearing on the updated draft. The TC reviewed the April draft and following deliberations, decided to not hold another public hearing, and voted to move the draft ordinance forward to City Council with a “do pass” recommendation. Should City Council agree with this recommendation and wish to consider adoption of the proposed ordinance, pursuant to Idaho Code section 49-426(7), as effective July 1, Council would first be required to hold a public hearing to take testimony on the proposed ordinance, following thirty days’ notice of such hearing to the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Pathway Crossing Concerns Following a motion made in the May 3rd meeting the attached letter was drafted and sent to City Council regarding Pathway Concerns. A Council report has been requested; I will notify the TC when that date has been set.
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MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL
From:
Walter Steed, Transportation Commission Chair
Date:
June 2, 2021
Topic:
Transportation Commission: Pathway Crossing Concerns
The Meridian Transportation Commission recommends that Meridian City Council request ACHD to look at redesign of multiuse pathway and sidewalk crossings. Meridian staff have expressed concerns with ACHD staff about new designs placing pathway crossings behind and between cars at street intersections and the visibility conflicts it creates. ACHD staff responded recently that they are acting as they have been directed and any changes will have to come from the executive level. As such, Meridian staff brought their concerns forward to the Transportation Commission. In May 2021, the Meridian Transportation Commission discussed the pathway crossing in the 95% design for Lake Hazel Road and Eagle Road. After discussion of staff concerns, reflection of past Commission discussions, and review of the example in this project at E Levin Dr, the Commission felt that the issue warranted closer review. As there are no similar urban examples, there is concern with committing to a treatment without testing/experiencing it first. While this treatment may make sense in certain conditions, staff is not convinced that residential corridors, with distractions such as landscaping, are the appropriate settings for setback crossings. Bike and especially pedestrian supportive designs are very sensitive to perception, and human behavior can have significant implications on function.
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In the Lake Hazel Road and Eagle Road design shown, you can see the crossing is pulled back from the intersection. The perceived benefit is to allow vehicles to approach without blocking the crossing. However, a vehicle may still just as easily block the crosswalk, and if done, this negates the benefit of the design. It is possible signage, striping, or some other means of education could improve this, but drivers do not typically leave crosswalks open, unless pedestrians are already seen in them or they are beyond marked stop lines. Another concern is human behavior. People take shortcuts; especially pedestrians. You can see this in many poorly designed public spaces. Worn “cow paths” can often be seen through a grassy area, because the sidewalk was in a location determined less convenient to the target destination. People will often go to greater lengths to circumvent a process or design, than would otherwise be required to just adhere to it. People (bikes and pedestrians) might cross where a ramp is normally located, and also at the new setback location. You would then have multiple points of conflict, upset expectations, and reduced awareness of all. This could possibly be improved with additional controls for crossing, but they do not exist in the design. Lastly, landscaping, fencing, utility poles, and traffic signs all exist and complicate a driver’s ability to perceive pedestrians. That’s compounded when looking for pedestrians that are further from a driver’s area of focus and normal expectations. There may be some well-founded reasons why all of these concerns are less important than a more pressing design consideration, but it’s not been made evident to the Transportation Commission or Planning staff. Thank you for considering bringing this to ACHD’s attention.
ChindenWest - US 20/26 Construction Updates
Chinden West 20/26 Corridor Project Update
ChindenWest - US 20/26 Construction Updates
Paving underway between Linder and Meridian
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Paving on the south side of Chinden, from Linder to Meridian Road, began today. When complete, this one-mile stretch of highway will be re-striped for four lanes, two in each direction, and re-open in its final configuration by early summer. The shared-used pathway on the south side of Chinden will also open at this time.
Work will occur roughly between 3 am and 3 pm with additional night work in the intersections.Motorists should expect delays at peak travel time during construction and allow extra time to reach their destination. We appreciate your patience and remind motorists to always drive with caution through construction areas.
The Idaho Transportation Department would like to
thank you for your ongoing patience as we strive to
meet the traveling needs of Idahoans.
Click HERE to watch the ChindenWest Corridor overview video!
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Please visit www.ITDProjects.org/ChindenWest for up-to-date information and
opportunities to participate. Contact the project team at
ChindenWest@itd.idaho.gov or 208-334-8007.
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South Meridian Bicycle and Pedestrian Draft Project Needs List The attached South Meridian Bicycle and Pedestrian Draft Project Needs was received from ACHD consultant Pierson Dewit on May 24th for review. The list is organized into Bicycle Projects, Sidewalk Projects, and Crossing Projects. I anticipate an update on a future agenda in the meantime feel free to send me any input.
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Project ID
(B & Numeric Value)
Project Name
(Street Name, Street Name / Street Name)Project Type Neighborhood Plan Priority
(High, Medium, Low)Status Notes
(Project Description)Location ID
B1 Accolade-Overland, Accolade Avenue / Overland Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 3
bike facilities along Accolade-Overland Bikeway from
Accolade Avenue to Overland Road
B2 Amity-Lake Hazel Bikeway, Amity Road / Eagle Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement marking to existing Level 1
and Level 3 bike facilities along Amity-Lake Hazel Bikeway
from Amity Road to Eagle Road
B3 Amity-Lake Hazel Bikeway, Eagle Road / Amity Road & Staaten Avenue Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement marking to existing Level 1,
Level 2, and Level 3 bike facilities along Amity-Lake Hazel
bikeway from Eagle Road to Amity Road to the north and
Staaten Avenue to the east
B4 Amity-Nickel Creek Bikeway, Amity Road / northern terminus Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Amity-Nickel Creek Bikeway from
Amity Road to northern terminus of Nickel Creek Place
B5 Amity Road, McDermott Road / Black Cat Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Amity Road from
McDermott Road to Black Cat Road
B6 Amity Road, Black Cat Road / Ten Mile Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Amity Road from Black
Cat Road to Ten Mile Road
B7 Amity Road, Ten Mile Road / Linder Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Amity Road from Ten
Mile Road to Linder Road
B8 Amity Road, Linder Road / Meridian Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Amity Road from Linder
Road to Meridian Road
B9 Amity Road, Meridian Road / Locust Grove Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Amity Road from
Meridian Road to Locust Grove Road
B10 Amity Road, Locust Grove Road / Eagle Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike and pedestrian facilities along Amity
Road from Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road
B11 Amity Road, Eagle Road / Cloverdale Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Amity Road from Eagle
Road to Cloverdale Road
B12 Black Cat Bikeway, Black Cat Road / eastern terminus Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Black Cat Bikeway starting at Black Cat
Road to eastern terminus of Legacy Lane
B13 Black Cat Road, Lake Hazel Road / Amity Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Black Cat Road from
Lake Hazel Road to Amity Road
B14 Black Cat Road, Amity Road / Victory Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Black Cat Road from
Amity Road to Victory Road
B15 Black Cat Road, Victory Road / Overland Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Black Cat Road from
Victory Road to Overland Road
B16 Black Cat Road, Overland Road / I-84 Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Black Cat Road from
Overland Road to I-84
B17 Central Meridian Bikeway, Luminous Avenue / Locust Grove Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Central Meridian Bikeway from
Luminous Avenue to Locust Grove Road
B18 Central Meridian Bikeway, Rumpel Lane / Victory Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Central Meridian Bikeway from
Rumpel Lane to Victory Road
B19 Central Meridian Bikeway, Victory Road / Calderwood Drive Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Central Meridian Bikeway from Victory
Road to Calderwood Drive
B20 Columbia Road, Meridian Road / Locust Grove Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Columbia Road from
Meridian Road to Locust Grove Road
B21 Columbia Road, Locust Grove Road / Eagle Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Columbia Road from
Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road
B22 Columbia Road, Eagle Road / Cloverdale Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Columbia Road from
Eagle Road to Cloverdale Road
B23 Eagle Road, Hubbard Road / Columbia Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Eagle Road from
Hubbard Road to Columbia Road
B24 Eagle Road, Columbia Road / Lake Hazel Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Eagle Road from
Columbia Road to Lake Hazel Road
B25 Eagle Road, Lake Hazel Road / Amity Road Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install Level 3 bike facilities along Eagle Road from Lake
Hazel Road to Amity Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
B26 Eagle Road, Victory Road / Ridenbaugh Canal Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Eagle Road from Victory
Road to Ridenbaugh Canal
B27 Eagle Road, Overland Road / I-84 Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Eagle Road from
Overland Road to I-84
B28 Easy Jet-Victory Bikeway, Victory Road / Easy Jet Drive Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Easy Jet-Victory Bikeway from Victory
Road to Easy Jet Drive
B29 Future Eagle Road, Future Hubbard Road / Columbia Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Future Eagle Road from
Future Hubbard Road to Columbia Road
B30 Future Overland Road, McDermott Road / Black Cat Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Future Overland Road
from McDermott Road to Black Cat Road
B31 Future Overland Road, Black Cat Road / Ten Mile Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Future Overland Road
from Black Cat Road to Ten Mile Road
B32 Hollandale-Targee Bikeway, Locust Grove Road / Eagle Road Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Hollandale-Targee Bikeway from
Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
B33 Hollandale-Targee Bikeway, Eagle Road / Goshen Way Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Hollandale-Targee Bikeway from Eagle
Road to Goshen Way. IFYWP 2021-2025.
B34 Lake Hazel Road, McDermott Road / Black Cat Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Lake Hazel Road from
McDermott Road to Black Cat Road
B35 Lake Hazel Road, Black Cat Road / Ten Mile Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Lake Hazel Road from
Black Cat Road to Ten Mile Road
B36 Lake Hazel Road, Ten Mile Road / Linder Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Lake Hazel Road from
Ten Mile Road to Linder Road
B37 Lake Hazel Road, Linder Road / Meridian Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Lake Hazel Road from
Linder Road to Meridian Road
B38 Lake Hazel Road, Meridian Road / Locust Grove Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Lake Hazel Road from
Meridian Road to Locust Grove Road
B39 Lake Hazel Road, Locust Grove Road / Eagle Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Lake Hazel Road from
Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road
B40 Lake Hazel Road, Eagle Road / Cloverdale Road Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install Level 3 bike facilities along Lake Hazel Road from
Eagle Road to Cloverdale Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
B41 Lake Hazel-Stockenham Bikeway, Lake Hazel Road / Stockenham Way Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
and Level 3 bike facilities along Lake Hazel-Stockenham
Bikeway from Lake Hazel Road to Stockenham Way
B42 Lamont Road, Black Cat Road / Ten Mile Road Bicycle South Meridian Under
Consideration
Install Level 1 or Level 2 bike facilities along Lamont Road
between Black Cat Road and Ten Mile Road
B43 Linder-Meridian Bikeway, Spanish Fork Way / Linder Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Linder-Meridian Bikeway from Spanish
Fork Way to Linder Road
B44 Linder-Meridian Bikeway, Linder Road / Meridian Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
and Level 3 bike facilities along Linder-Meridian Bikeway
from Linder Road to Meridian Road
B45 Linder-Meridian Bikeway, Meridian Road / East 5th Way Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Linder-Meridian Bikeway from
Meridian Road to East 5th Way
B46 Linder Road, Lake Hazel Road / Amity Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Linder Road from Lake
Hazel Road to Amity Road
B47 Linder Road, Amity Road / Victory Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Linder Road from Amity
Road to Victory Road
Bicycle Projects
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Project ID
(B & Numeric Value)
Project Name
(Street Name, Street Name / Street Name)Project Type Neighborhood Plan Priority
(High, Medium, Low)Status Notes
(Project Description)Location ID
B48 Linder Road, Victory Road / Overland Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Linder Road from Victory
Road to Overland Road
B49 Linder Road, Overland Road / I-84 Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Linder Road from
Overland Road to I-84
B50 Locust Grove Road, Columbia Road / Lake Hazel Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Locust Grove Road from
Columbia Road to Lake Hazel Road
B51 Locust Grove Road, Lake Hazel Road / Amity Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Locust Grove Road from
Lake Hazel Road to Amity Road
B52 Locust Grove Road, Amity Road / Victory Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Locust Grove Road from
Amity Road to Victory Road
B53 Locust Grove Road, Victory Road / Overland Road Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install Level 3 bike facilities along Locust Grove Road from
Victory Road to Overland Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
B54 McDermott Road, Lake Hazel Road / Amity Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along McDermott Road from
Lake Hazel Road to Amity Road
B55 McDermott Road, Amity Road / Victory Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along McDermott Road from
Amity Road to Victory Road
B56 McDermott Road, Victory Road / Overland Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along McDermott Road from
Victory Road to Overland Road
B57 McDermott Road, Overland Road / I-84 Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along McDermott Road from
Overland Road to I-84
B58 Nova Lane, Lamont Road / Tenderheart Lane Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 2 bike facilities along Nova Lane from Lamont
Road to Tenderheart Lane
B59 Overland Road, McDermott Road / Black Cat Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Overland Road from
McDermott Road to Black Cat Road
B60 Reutzel-Seneca-Bienapfl Bikeway, Locust Grove Road / Eagle Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
and Level 3 bike facilities along Reutzel-Seneca-Bienapfl
Bikeway from Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road as well as
connecting the the bikeway between terminus points
along Deerhill Drive
B61 Reutzel-Seneca-Bienapfl Bikeway, Eagle Road / Cloverdale Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Reutzel-Seneca-Bienapfl Bikeway from
Eagle Road to Cloverdale Road
B62 Ridgewood Road, Lake Hazel Road / Amity Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 2 bike facilities along Ridgewood Road from
Lake Hazel Road to Amity Road
B63 Rome-Victory Bikeway, Rome Drive / Hero Drive Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Rome-Victory Bikeway from Rome
Drive to Hero Drive
B64 Silverstone Bikeway, Hollandale Drive / Overland Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Silverstone Bikeway from Hollandale
Drive to Overland Road
B65 Stoddard Road, Victory Road / Overland Road Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install Level 3 bike facilities along Stoddard Road from
Victory Road to Overland Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
B66 Ten Mile Road, Lake Hazel Road / Amity Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Ten Mile Road from Lake
Hazel Road to Amity Road
B67 Ten Mile Road, Amity Road / Victory Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike and pedestrian facilities along Ten Mile
Road from Amity Road to Victory Road
B68 Ten Mile Road, Victory Road / Overland Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Ten Mile Road from
Victory Road to Overland Road
B69 Victory-Meridian Bikeway, Victory Road / Meridian Road Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Victory-Meridian Bikeway from Victory
Road to Meridian Road
B70 Victory-Meridian Bikeway, Meridian Road / Wrightwood Drive Bicycle South Meridian Future
Install signing and pavement markings to existing Level 1
bike facilities along Victory-Meridian Bikeway from
Meridian Road to Wrightwood Drive (Rumpel lane appears
to not be maintained by ACHD according to posted sign)
B71 Victory Road, McDermott Road / Black Cat Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Victory Road from
McDermott Road to Black Cat Road
B72 Victory Road, Black Cat Road / Ten Mile Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Victory Road from Black
Cat Road to Ten Mile Road
B73 Victory Road, Ten Mile Road / Linder Road Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Victory Road from Ten
Mile Road to Linder Road
B74 Victory Road, Linder Road / Ridenbaugh Canal Bicycle South Meridian Future Install Level 3 bike facilities along Victory Road from Linder
Road to Ridenbaugh Canal
B75 Victory Road, Meridian Road / Locust Grove Road Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install Level 3 bike facilities along Victory Road from
Meridian Road to Locust Grove Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
B76 Victory Road, Locust Grove Road / Eagle Road Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install Level 3 bike facilities along Victory Road from Locust
Grove Road to Eagle Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
B77 Victory Road, Eagle Road / Cloverdale Road Bicycle South Meridian Programmed
Install Level 3 bike facilities along Victory Road from Eagle
Road to Cloverdale Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
Bicycle Projects
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Project ID
(S & Numeric Value)
Project Name
(Street Name, Street Name / Street Name)Project Type Neighborhood Plan Priority
(High, Medium, Low)Status Notes
(Project Description)Location ID
S1 Columbia Road, Meridian Road / Locust Grove Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Columbia Road from
Meridian Road to Locust Grove Road
S2 Columbia Road, Locust Grove Road / Eagle Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Columbia Road from
Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road
S3 Columbia Road, Eagle Road / Cloverdale Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Columbia Road from
Eagle Road to Cloverdale Road
S4 Eagle Road, Hubbard Road / Columbia Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Eagle Road from Hubbard
Road to Columbia Road
S5 Harris Street, Bloomington Drive / Meridian Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future
Install sidewalk on south side of Harris Street starting west
of Bloomington Drive to Meridian Road, connecting to
existing sidewalk
S6 Hubbard Road, Locust Grove Road / Eagle Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Hubbard Road from
Locust Grove to Eagle Road
S7 Hubbard Road, Eagle Road / Stewart Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Hubbard Road from Eagle
Road to Stewart Road
S8 Lamont Road, Black Cat Road / Ten Mile Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Lamont Road from Black
Cat Road to Ten Mile Road
S9 Locust Grove Road, Columbia Road / Lake Hazel Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Locust Grove Road from
Columbia Road to Lake Hazel Road
S10 Locust Grove Road, Lake Hazel Road / Amity Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Locust Grove Road from
Lake Hazel Road to Amity Road
S11 Locust Grove Road, Victory Road / Overland Road Sidewalks South Meridian Programmed
Connect gaps from existing sidewalk on both sides of
Locust Grove Road from Victory Road to Overland Road.
IFYWP 2021-2025.
S12 Mary Lane, Locust Grove / eastern terminus Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Mary Lane from Locust
Grove to the eastern terminus of the street
S13 Montague Way, Amity Road / Santo Stefano Drive Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on east side of Montague Way from Amity
Road to Santo Stefano Drive
S14 Nickel Creek Place, Amity Road / northern terminus Sidewalks South Meridian Future
Install sidewalk on both sides of Nickel Creek Place north
of Amity Road from Amity Road to the northern terminus
of Nickel Creek Place, connecting to existing sidewalk on
west side
S15 Nova Lane, Lamont Road / Tenderheart Lane Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Nova Lane from Lamont
Road to Tenderheart Lane
S16 Overland Road, McDermott Road / Black Cat Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Overland Road from
McDermott Road to Black Cat Road
S17 Overland Road, Ten Mile Road / Linder Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Overland Road from Ten
Mile Road to Linder Road
S18 Rumpel Lane, Meridian Road / Windstone Avenue Sidewalks South Meridian Future
Connect gaps from existing sidewalk on both sides of
Rumpel Lane from Meridian Road to end of Windstone
Avenue (Rumpel lane appears to not be maintained by
ACHD according to posted sign)
S19 Stoddard Road, Christopher Street / Overland Road Sidewalk South Meridian
Under
Consideration
Fill gap on west side of Stoddard Road, connecting to
existing sidewalk, over canal
S20 Victory Road, McDermott Road / Black Cat Road Sidewalks South Meridian Future Install sidewalk on both sides of Victory Road from
McDermott Road to Black Cat Road
Sidewalk Projects
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C1 Amity Road and Marsala Way Crossing South Meridian
Under
Consideration
Install enhanced pedestrian crossing at the intersection of
Amity Road and Marsala Way
C2 Lake Hazel Road and Discovery Park Crossing South Meridian
Under
Consideration
Install enhanced pedestrian crossing on Lake Hazel Road,
between Locust Grove Road and Eagle Road, providing
access to Discovery Park
C3 Locust Grove Road and Palermo Drive Crossing South Meridian Programmed
Install enhanced pedestrian crossing on Locust Grove
Road, between Amity Road and Victory Road between
Tuscany and Green Valley neighborhoods near Palermo
Drive. IFYWP 2021-2025.
C4 Ridenbaugh Canal and Veneto Avenue Crossing South Meridian
Under
Consideration
Install a bridge across Ridenbaugh Canal, connecting
neighborhoods near Shimmering Way and Veneto Avenue
between Meridian Road and Locust Grove Road
C5 Stoddard Road and Victory Road Crossing South Meridian Programmed Install enhanced pedestrian crossing at the intersection of
Victory Road and Stoddard Road. IFYWP 2021-2025.
C6 Taconic Drive and pathway Crossing South Meridian
Under
Consideration
Install crosswalk pavement markings and signage at
existing sidewalk path on Taconic Drive east of Eagle Road
Crossing Projects
Project Name
(Street Name and Street Name)
Project ID
(C & Numeric Value)Project Type Neighborhood Plan Priority
(High, Medium, Low)Status Notes
(Project Description)Location ID
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