2022-06-06 Minute Book
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Monday, June 06, 2022 at 3:30 PM
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Agenda
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_____ David Ballard _____ Shawn Martin, Ex-Officio - ACHD
_____ Zachary Shoemaker _____ Liisa Itkonen, Ex-Officio - COMPASS
_____ Ryan Lancaster _____ RD Huntley, Ex-Officio - WASD
_____ Walter Steed _____ Alissa Taysom, Ex-Officio - VRT
_____ Tracy Hopkins _____ Justin Price, Ex-Officio - ITD
_____ Stephen Lewis
_____ Jared Smith
_____ Tom LeClaire
_____ Joseph Leckie
ADOPTION OF AGENDA [ACTION ITEM]
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. May 2, 2022
MAYOR'S STATE OF MERIDIAN TRANSPORTATION REVIEW
OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Transportation Projects Update - M. Carson
3. Linder Road Air Compression Brake Noise Complaint - W. Steed
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEM]
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4. Meridian Police Department Update - Sgt Dance
5. ACHD Capital Improvement Plan Update - Austin Miller
6. Amity Road & Marsala Avenue Crosswalk Request - Samantha Cragg
7. Integrated Five-Year Work Plan Prioritization Methodology - W. Steed
8. School Zone Subcommittee Update - R. Lancaster
9. Staff Communications - M. Carson
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
10. I-84 Eastbound Off-Ramp at Eagle Road
11. ACHD Capital Investment Citizens Advisory Committee Update
NEXT MEETING - July 11, 2022 (Tentative)
ADJOURNMENT
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Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
June 6, 2022
Council Chambers – Meridian City Hall 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
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Roll Call
(Meeting called to order at 3:30 p.m.; YouTube started and roll taken)
x David Ballard x Stephen Lewis x John Wasson (ex-officio-
ACHD)
x Zachary Shoemaker x Jared Smith x Liisa Itkonen (ex-officio-
COMPASS)
x Ryan Lancaster x Tom LeClaire o RD Huntley (ex-officio-WASD)
x Walter Steed x Joseph Leckie x Alissa Taysom (ex-officio-VRT)
x Tracy Hopkins x Justin Price (ex-officio-ITD)
Others Present: M. Carson, C. Hood, R. Simision, J. Dance
Adoption of the Agenda
No changes
Approval of Minutes
1. May 2, 2022 – Motion by Commissioner Ballard to approve with changes on pages
4 and 5 regarding Staff Communications; 2nd by Commissioner Hopkins-All ayes;
Passes
MAYOR’S STATE OF MERIDIAN TRANSPORTATION REVIEW
Mayor Robert Simison recapped the State of the City transportation review at the request of
Commission.
Old Business Items
2. Transportation Projects Update M. Carson
Ms. Carson began the update on page 6, the Linder overpass and widening project is now in
design. On page 7 the McMillan/Black Cat intersection deign has been updated to be a multi-
lane roundabout.
On page 11 The Linder Rd to Locust Grove-Chinden West Project, Phase 2 of Meridian to
Locust Grove construction bid is going to be opening in June of 2022. Star Rd to I-16
construction to be complete in Sept 2024, I-16 extention-I-84 to Franklin to Chinden opened in
May, contracts expected to be completed in March 2024. State Hwy 69 traffic study, will be
presented to the ITD Board in June. Transit Line local route is going to be launching in
October, Route 30 from the Ten Mile interchange through downtown to the Village.
M. Carson stood for questions. There was some discussion.
3. Linder Road Air Compression Brake Noise Complaint
There was some discussion from C. Hood with regard to the ordering of new Welcome to
Meridian signs, that one could be placed at the top of the hill, which would be temporary (as
the City boundary continues to grow south), however we could add the No Compression
Brake sign to that. There was some discussion. No action taken at this point
New Business Items
4. Meridian Police Department Update (Sgt Dance)
Some discussion about safety on Eagle Rd. Some discussion on Hillsdale Elementary.
5. ACHD Capital Improvement Plan Update (Austin Miller)
Austin Miller from ACHD presented on the CIP including: Commission Direction, What are
the CIP & Impact Fee Ordinance, Review potential changes for Draft CIP & Impact Fee
Ordinance, Review retaining vs funding the current Unfunded List, and next steps moving
forward. He informed the commission that State Statue prohibits the use of Impact Fee funds
for any other purpose other than system improvements to serve growth. Impact fee funds can
be spent only on arterial roadway projects listed in the ACHD CIP Plan. Mr. Miller described
some of the funded projects, and discussed next steps for the unfunded list.
Mr. Miller stood for questions. There was some discussion.
6. Amity Road & Marsala Avenue Crosswalk Request (S. Cragg)
Citizen Samantha Cragg presented on a proposed crossing location on Amity at Marsala. After
hearing the presentation and discussing further. There was a motion by Commissioner Lewis to
add interim PBH crossing between Marsala & Ten Mile path at Amity to the Community
Programs Prioritization List; 2nd by Ballard, ayes-passes
Motion to extend the meeting by 15 minuets to finish the agenda. Motion by Lancaster, 2nd by
Leckie all ayes-passed
7. Integrated Five-Year work Plan Prioritization Methodology
Item was postponed to the July agenda.
8. School Zone Subcommittee Update
9. Staff Communications (M. Carson)
Staff Communications items are in the packet. There was some discussion about the
Raven Hill micro-path, M. Carson is going to follow up with the Fire Department
with regard to Fire access, and this will be revisited for further discussion. As well as
if a fire truck would get high-centered in that area.
Future Meeting Topics
10. I-84 Eastbound Off Ramp at Eagle Road
11. ACHD Capital Investment Citizens Advisory Committee Update
12. Raven Hill Micro-Path to MVHS
13. Eagle Road Speed
Transportation Commission requested an update on this issue.
Next Meeting Date: July 11, 2022
A motion by Commissioner Lewis to adjourn; second Commissioner Ballard – all ayes -
motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Hopkins to Adjourn; passed. Meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
(AUDIO RECORDING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
APPROVED:
_______________________ _______________
WALTER STEED, CHAIR DATE
ATTEST:
________________________ _______________
CHRIS JOHNSON (City Clerk) DATE
Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
May 2, 2022
Council Chambers – Meridian City Hall 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
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Roll Call
(Meeting called to order at 3:30 p.m.; YouTube started and roll taken)
x David Ballard x Stephen Lewis o Shawn Martin (ex-officio-
ACHD)
o Zachary Shoemaker x Jared Smith x Liisa Itkonen (ex-officio-
COMPASS)
x Ryan Lancaster x Tom LeClaire x RD Huntley (ex-officio-WASD)
x Walter Steed x Joseph Leckie x Alissa Taysom (ex-officio-VRT)
x Tracy Hopkins x Justin Price (ex-officio-ITD)
Others Present: Ted Baird, Meg McCarty, Sgt, Dance, Caleb Hood
Adoption of the Agenda
Chairman Steed opened this for discussion; there was none. Per the Chair, the agenda was
considered adopted as published.
Approval of Minutes
1. March 7, 2022 – Motion by Lewis; 2nd by Hopkins-All ayes
Old Business Items
2. Transportation Projects Update (C. Hood)
Beginning on page 6, we will be inviting Gary Inselman and Tom Laws from ACHD to discuss
the project prioritization stakeholder updates and the CIP ACHD, under the future meeting
topics as well. They may be at the June meeting.
Page 7, At the McMillian and Black Cat Intersectionthe ACHD consultant has recommended a
dual lane roundabout. Design is on the ACHD Commission agenda for this week.
Page10 ITD Projects- Regarding the Idaho 16 project, the next phase of that has been broken
up into three phases. The Phase between I-84 and Franklin-the bid opening is 5/3/22 for that
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construction. And Ustick to Chinden will be 5/17/22. North and South are proposed to be
done first. I-84 and Franklin is first, and second is Ustick and Chinden. The third will be the
middle segment between Franklin and Ustick.
Update-not in the packet. I-84 interchange to the Eagle road interchange, ITD is working on a
PSNE adding an auxiliary lane on the shoulder of I-84 East bound between Meridian and Eagle
interchanges, along with constructing a new shoulder there. Anticipated there will be 2 lanes on
I-84 Eastbound from Meridian interchange and 2 lanes off at Eagle interchange. ITD is currently
working with TO engineers. ITD still plans to restripe for a dual lane on the current exit ramp
off of I 84 and Eagle.
Page 10, Meridian/Kuna traffic study through ITD will hold a technical meeting on Thursday.
Page11, Valley Regional Transit discussions are beginning for FY23 budget and services. Budget
starts 10/1/22.
Mr. Hood opened for questions. There was some further discussion.
3. September ACHD Operations Center Tour (tentative 9/12) - C. Hood
C. Hood proposed moving the meeting up 30 minutes. There was discussion of riding in a Parks
Departments van for those who would like to use that option. 3:00pm start time and riding in
the City van were agreed on by the Commission. There was some further discussion of
logistics.
New Business Items
4. ACHD Bicycle Advisory Committee (Meg McCarthy)
Meg McCarthy is the ACHD bicyclist and pedestrian program coordinator. Ms. McCarthy
presented on the organization of ACHD. The various plans related to bicyclist and pedestrian
facilities were outlined. There was some discussion about the Advisory Council History and
Membership. The members serve 2-year terms, which need to be approved by the commission
prior to becoming a member. Ms. McCarthy stood for questions; there was some discussion.
5. Meridian Police Department Update (Sgt. Dance)
Sgt. Dance to talk about the hands-free law effectiveness. There were 8 crashes in 2021
attributed to texting and driving; this is likely too low as it is hard to prove that the cause of a
crash was due to texting and driving. It is proving to be a hard law to enforce. The law does
allow for officers to pull over the vehicle if they see them using a mobile device. There was
some further discussion.
6. Staff Communications (C. Hood)
Mr. Hood began discussion on Page 12 in the staff communications memo. There are concerns
with the school crossing on S. Stockenham Way for Hillsdale Elementary. It was decided it was
best to convene the School Zone Subcommittee to discuss the best solutions for crossing to
Hillsdale Elementary.
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Page 12-15 have the analysis from ACHD on the Bri community concerns with speed on N.
Records Way. ACHD is not recommending a speed reduction or a crosswalk. Anything further
would need to go through the Mayor. There was some discussion on various solutions.
Page 17, there was a citizen concern about compression brakes on Linder. ACHD is willing to
put up a compression break prohibited sign to coincide with a welcome sign. The current
“Welcome to Meridian” sign needs to be moved, but it should be moved further south than the
top of the hill. There was some further discussion about this concern and the signage for
compression breaks.
7. July Meeting Date/Cancellation
Due to the Independence Day holiday, the meeting was proposed to be moved to July 11, 2022
or cancel the meeting. It was decided to move the meeting to July, 11th and confirm at the June
meeting.
Future Meeting Topics
8. State of Transportation Review-Mayor Simison (June)
9. ACHD Capital Improvement Plan Update
10. Integrated Five-Year Work Plan Prioritization Methodology
11. I-84 Eastbound Off-Ramp at Eagle Road
12.ACHD Capital Investment Citizens Advisory Committee Update (Chair)
Next Meeting Date: June 6, 2022
A motion by Commissioner Lewis to adjourn; second Commissioner Ballard – all ayes -
motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 5:17 p.m.
(AUDIO RECORDING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
APPROVED:
_______________________ _______________
WALTER STEED, CHAIR DATE
ATTEST:
________________________ _______________
CHRIS JOHNSON (City Clerk) DATE
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: June 6, 2022
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 2022-2026 Integrated Five-Year Work Plan
(IFYWP) was adopted by the ACHD commission on January 26 th, 2022. More information can
be found here:
https://www.achdidaho.org/Departments/PlansProjects/IFYWP_2226draft.aspx.
The ACHD Commission heard a presentation March 16 th on the Project Prioritization
Methodology Update. That can be seen here at the 1:55:00 mark
https://achdidaho.civicweb.net/document/29276?splitscreen=true&media=tru e. The 2nd ACHD
Project Prioritization Stakeholder meeting was held in late May.
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Linder, Overland to Franklin: The Interagency Agreement, scope, and schedule were
approved by the ACHD Commission in May. Notice to proceed has been issued. Design is
estimated to be 18 months. Widen Linder Rd to 5 lanes with a bicycle and pedestrian facility
from Overland Rd to Franklin Rd. Project includes a new I -84 overpass.
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Eagle Road, Amity to Victory and roundabout at Amity: Landscaping options within the
roundabout are being discussed. Final walk through April 6th. Minor punch list items
remaining. Amity/Eagle roundabout open. 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. 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 Road, Victory to Overland and Ten Mile/Victory Roundabout: Placing subgrade for
intersection. Overland to Lamont re-opened for traffic. Placing curb at roundabout.
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Sidewalk will begin after curb. Concrete paving anticipated starting in June. Irrigation work
is complete. Lamont opened to local traffic. Bridge work ongoing. Placing subgrade for
intersection. Construction is anticipated to be complete Fall 2022. Widen Ten Mile to 5-lanes
with curb, gutter, center medians, pedestrian facilities (with recessed side street crossings), and
one-way bike facilities behind the back of curb. Here is the project website:
http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_ten-mile-victory-to-overland.aspx
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Washington Street Projects: These segments were moved from the Residential Capital
Maintenance projects to a separate project group. The following segments are included: E
Washington Ave, NW 7th to Meridian Rd; NW 7th St, W Washington St to middle school micro-
path; W 6th Ave, W Washington St to W Carlton Ave; and W 5th Ave, W Washington St to W
Carlton Ave. This project will include updates to achieve a Complete Street and pavement
improvements. Construction in 2023.
https://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/2022/proj_road_washington_street_improvements.aspx
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
McMillan/Black Cat Intersection: Multi-lane roundabout with truck apron, curb, gutter, and
a 10-foot-wide multi-use pathway. Crosswalk at each leg with two stage pedestrian
crossings and rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) at each pedestrian crossing.
Design in FY22, ROW in FY23, and construction in FY24.
https://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/2022/proj_intersection_mcmillan_black_cat.aspx
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Locust Grove Road, Victory to Overland and roundabout at Victory: Construction is anticipated
to start at the beginning of 2023. ACHD intends to sign for 35 MPH. The hawk signal will be
moved to half-way between Mastiff and Puffin. ROW will continue in FY 2022. Widen Locust
Grove to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, multi-use pathway and at-grade side street crossings.
Recessed crossings are not included in this design. Project includes a dual-lane roundabout at
Victory. Projects includes replacement/widening of bridge #2116 over the Tenmile Creek on
Victory Rd and connection on the north end of a sidewalk gap to the west. Here is the project
website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_locust-grove-victory-to-overland.aspx
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Eagle Road, Lake Hazel to Amity: Design includes a recessed pedestrian crossing across
Rincon and unpainted pedestrian crossings across Eagle, north and south of Rincon. Design is
planned to be complete by summer 2022. A landscape planting plan is being created for the
basin adjacent to this project. Construction in 2024. Widen Eagle to 5 lanes with curb, gutter,
sidewalk and a multi-use pathway. Includes a multi-lane roundabout at Eagle Rd and Taconic
Dr. Here is the project website:
http://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_eagle-lake-hazel-to-amity.aspx
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Lake Hazel and Eagle Signal: The design includes significant grade changes of the existing
intersection and will integrate large retaining walls. Right-of-way is scheduled for 2021-2022.
Construction in 2024. Widen and signalize intersection to 4/5 lanes on Eagle and 3/4 lanes on
Lake Hazel with multiuse pathway connections. 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
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Fairview, Jericho Road to Eagle & Locust Grove Signal: Project has been extended to Jericho
Road just west of Locust Grove Road. Construction is expected to start 2025. Separate bike and
pedestrian facilities are being designed. Recessed crossings are being discussed. 99% design
anticipated to be complete in March 2022. This project is exceptionally complex with multiple
curbs, materials, and elevations. Z-crossing just west of Fairview/Webb being considered. Widen
intersection to 9 lanes on Fairview and 7 lanes on Locust Grove. Widen Fairvie w to 7 lanes with
curb, gutter, sidewalk and Level 3 bike facility. ROW 2022 -23. 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
Ustick, Ten Mile to Linder: Median landscaping is being explored by the project team.
Construction is planned for 2025, but may be moved up to 2024. Concept includes two
pedestrian bridge crossing options over Five Mile Creek with a signalized crossing over Ustick .
Design will include multiuse pathways. A retaining wall will be necessary along Five Mile Creek.
No sidewalk/pathways along Five Mile creek where retaining wall to be located; connection will
rely on City pathway on north side of creek. Widen Ustick Rd to 5 lanes with curb, gutter, center
medians, and multi-use pathway from Ten Mile Rd to Linder Rd. Here is a link to the project
website: http://achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_road_ustick-road-ten-mile-to-linder.aspx
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Ustick, Ten Mile to Black Cat: Median landscaping is being explored by the project team. Widen
to 5-lanes with center medians, and reconstruct Ustick & Black Cat Intersection. Initial approach
for intersection is a roundabout. Signalized crossing at Naomi (location of new ACHD yard, south
of wastewater facility). Design in 2023, ROW in 2023 -2024, and construction in 2025.
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
Amity Rd and Locust Grove Rd Signal: Design kick off began on the ultimate configuration
October 20th. ACHD is considering both a roundabout and a signal. The full scope is not yet
determined, but the project will include sidewalks or a pathway to Mary McPherson Elementary.
The interim project was terminated by ACHD. Instead a more final full overhaul of the intersection
under a larger project will likely be constructed in FY24 or FY25.
City Staff Contact: Brian McClure, Community Development
Lake Hazel Road, Eagle to Cloverdale: Enhanced pedestrian crossing at the Ten Mile Pathway
is included in the 30% concept design. Widen Lake Hazel Rd to five 11’ lanes with curb gutter
and 10’ to 14' detached multiuse path on both sides. Install a retaining wall on the north si de on
front of existing development. Bridge improvement included to remove and replace the existing
bridge over the Ten Mile Creek. Design 2022; Construction 2026.
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Eagle Road Signal Improvements: Installation of detection equipment was completed the end of
October. The traffic signal controllers will be replaced by ACHD staff; that has to be completed
before the new software system can start collecting data. Evaluation won’t begin for several
more months (after data is collected).
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ACHD CAPITAL MAINTENANCE
Residential Capital Maintenance includes conducting field reconnaissance and collecting survey
data to determine an improvement strategy for deteriorated/non -compliant facilities such as:
pavement, drainage, pipes, sidewalks, ramps. ACHD aims for bringing the segments up to
Complete Streets standards where possible. Existing non-compliant pedestrian ramp and
driveway access points located along each roadway segment will be identified to be upgraded
to meet ADA compliance. Reasonable attempts will be made to improve each pedestrian ramp
as directional, not diagonal.
FY2021 Residential Capital Maintenance: Construction is anticipated to start in May 2022 with
substantial completion in late October. Some segments have been altered slightly. Segments
included: E 2nd, Idaho to Carlton (originally stopped at State); E 4th, Broadway to State; E 4th,
Washington to Janie Ln; E 5th, State to north end; E Bower, 2nd to east end (originally extended
to Main); E State, 3rd to Cathy Ln (originally extended to Meridian Rd); E Washington, 4th to
Cathy Ln (originally extended to 2 ½); NE 5th Ave, Franklin to Bower.
https://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/2022/proj_road_2021_res_cap_maintenance.aspx
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
FY2022 Residential Capital Maintenance: 75% design was distributed to the project team. ACHD
is aiming for complete streets where possible. Segments to be built Summer 2022 included: W
3rd St, W Pine to north end; E Broadway Ave, E 3rd to E 6th; W Cherry Ave, NW 4th St to Meridian
Rd; W Idaho Ave, W 8th St to N Meridian Rd; W Maple Ave, W 1st St to N Meridian Rd. Segments
to be built Spring 2023 include: W 2nd St, W Cherry Ave to W Cherry Ln; NW 4th S, W Broadway
Ave to Maple Ave. http://achdidaho.org/Projects/2022/proj_road_fy-22-residential-capital-
maintenance-meridian.aspx
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
FY2023 Residential Capital Maintenance: Kick off meeting was held November 18th. Segments
included: 01st St W, south end to Franklin Road; Rose Circle; Country Terrace Way S, south end
to Overland Road; Blossom Pl, south end to W McGlinchey Ave; McGlinchey Ave, Blossom Pl
to NW 8th St; Interlachen Ct, west end to Interlachen Way; Laurel Ct, south end to Verbena Dr;
Tobago Ct. E., west end to SE 5th Way; Larkspur Ct, south end to Verbena Dr; Lilac St, south
end to Waltman St; Lavender Ct, south end to Verbena Dr; Sugar Creek, south end to Sugar
Creek Dr; Lawndale Dr, McGlinchey Ave to Crestmont Dr; Cruser Dr, west end to Five Mile Rd;
and Francine Pl S, Victory Rd to S Francine Ln.
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
FY22 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: This section of the project is complete.
Locust Grove Road to Eagle Road: This section of the project is complete.
Linder Road to Locust Grove Road: Locust Grove Road to Meridian construction is anticipated
Spring 2022. All four lanes from Linder to Meridian are open.
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: I-84 to Franklin and Ustick to Chinden
portions bids opened May 3rd and May 17th respectively. The middle portion from Franklin
to Ustick will lag a little behind and will be out to bid late summer into fall. Construction will begin
2022. Initial construction will include: Five miles of highway between U.S. 20/26 and I-84; an
initial interchange at SH-16/I-84; overpasses at Cherry Lane, McMillan Road, and the railroad;
stop-controlled intersections at Franklin Road and Ustick Road; and an updated layout for the
current U.S. 20/26 intersection. ITD is also completing the design of the future interchanges at
Franklin Road, Ustick Road, U.S. 20/26 and State Highway 44. Parks is coordinating with ITD
and the irrigation district on a pathway connection along the underpass planned at Ustick.
Additional funding will be needed to build these interchanges. Project website:
www.ITDprojects.org/Idaho16
SH-69, Kuna to Meridian Traffic Study: The project team held Technical Committee Meetings
in May. It is anticipated the City will be provided a briefing by ITD in the Summer 2022
timeframe. ITD is studying options to improve safety, mobility and access on Idaho 69 between
Kuna and Meridian. There is currently no funding identified in ITD’s seven -year budget for the
SH-69 improvements. https://itdprojects.org/projects/id69corridor/
City Staff Contact: Caleb Hood, Community Development
PATHWAYS
South Meridian Neighborhood Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan: Scoping began on the 5 sub projects.
Two projects are on Locust Grove Rd: Palermo Dr pedestrian crossing and bridge #1207 just
south of Victory. Three projects are improvements along Stoddard Road, Victory to Overland.
Design is planned for 2022, and construction is not yet programmed. ACHD and several partners
including the City coordinated to develop a plan to help improve walking and bicycling routes in
South Meridian neighborhoods. Here is a link to the project site:
http://www.achdidaho.org/Projects/proj_program_south-meridian-neighborhood-bicycle-and-
pedestrian-plan.aspx
Hollandale/Targee Bikeway Study: ACHD has invited the City to participate in a concept study
for a bikeway that goes from Locust Grove Rd to Entertainment Ave along local roads. The
purpose of the study is mainly to emphasize the bike route as a low -stress bikeway with signs
and pavement markings. Design: 2024; ROW: 2025; Construction: Future.
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
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has obtained all but one required easement from 8th to 3rd. We are currently pursuing acquisition
of easements from 8th Street west to Linder, and from 3rd St reet to Meridian Road as a future
phase of this project.
Five Mile Creek Pathway: The Quartet Subdivision developer is constructing pathway north of
the Five Mile through the proposed development and partnering with the City to add a pedestrian
component to their vehicular bridge. The City is working with an engineering consultant on
construction plans for the remainder of the run on the south side of the Five Mile Drain (from
Quartet, east to the existing McNelis Pathway). This includes a crossing of the Nine Mile Drain,
with tentative plans to install a bridge crossing after the 2022 irrigation season wraps. Design
and construct a portion of the Five Mile Creek pathway near the Wastewater Resource Recovery
Center (WWRRC). The bulk of this pathway will be constructed 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.
OTHER PROJECTS
Valley Regional Transit: Route 30 Pine from the Ten Mile Interchange area through
downtown to The Village will launch in October 2022. Valley Regional Transit launched the
Connected Meridian project on engagevalleyregionaltransit.org. The intent behind the project is
to collect public input on a wide va riety of public transportation options for the City of Meridian.
Services in Meridian include: Harvest Lifestyle service, a Veterans shuttle to the VA, and
intercounty Routes 40 and 42. For more information visit: https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/
City Staff Contact: Miranda Carson, Community Development
Ada County Transportation Action Plan: The Transportation Action Plan was adopted by the
Board of County Commissioners in February 2022. The full document can be found on the plan
page. 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. Here is a link to the plan
webpage: https://adacounty.id.gov/developmentservices/transportation -action-plan/
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson Meeting Date: June 6, 2022
Presenter: Walter Steed & Natalie Anderson Estimated Time: 10 minutes
Topic: Linder Road Air Compression Brake Noise Complaint
In May the Transportation Commission discussed a citizen concern regarding the noise from
compression brakes as trucks traveled at the top of the hill on Linder Road south of Overland Road.
The City currently has the following code pertaining to compression brakes.
7-1-13. - Air compression brakes prohibited.
A. The term "air compression brakes" shall include devices that alter the operation of an engine 's
exhaust to slow a vehicle or truck.
B. The use of air compression brakes by vehicles or trucks, as defined in Idaho Code title 49, chapter
1, within the city is hereby prohibited and shall be unlawful, except under emergency
circumstances where the use of air compression brakes is necessary to prevent an accident or injury
to persons or property.
C. The following vehicles and trucks are exempted from the prohibitions of this section.
1. Vehicles and trucks operated by a fire department; and
2. Vehicles used for public transit purposes.
(Ord. 19-1855, 10-22-2019)
Natalie Anderson, the citizen who brought the initial concern forward, will be in attendance to
provide some specific vehicle information and timing of the noise. The intent of the Commission
discussion is to address enforcement of current City code and/or discuss alternative solutions.
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson Meeting Date: June 6, 2022
Presenter: Samantha Cragg Estimated Time: 10 minutes
Topic: Amity Road & Marsala Avenue Crosswalk Request
In May we received the following citizen request from Meridian resident Samantha Cragg:
I am writing to see if we can get a crosswalk on Amity at the intersection of Marsala Rd, to
safely cross Amity. This is on Amity between Locust Grove and Eagle. It sounds like this
project is already slated to occur in 2026, but I’m writing to ask if it can be done sooner.
The new Albertson is coming at Eagle and Amity soon, and it will undoubtedly draw lots of
bicyclists and pedestrians to attempt to cross Amity Rd, which has a 55mph speed limit on
this section. The crosswalk would allow several neighborhoods to safely cross Amity.
This would help my subdivision, Sky Mesa, along with several other connected
neighborhoods, including White Bark, Calistoga, East Ridge and Black Rock to cross Amity
safely.
I spoke to Meg through ACHD who suggested I speak to you, and our district commissioner,
to see if this can be done sooner. Amity Road is closed on this section currently for
construction on the road, until 6/10, and it would be a good time to get this project done.
Prior to addressing this request to the City, Ms. Cragg addressed it to ACHD and received this
response from Meg McCarthy:
Thank you for contacting Ada County Highway District regarding a future crossing between
Locust Grove and Eagle on Amity. I have great news for you, a crossing at Marsala Way has
been identified in the South Meridian neighborhood plan. Even better news is that in the
current Integrated Five Year Work Plan (this is the document and adopted budget that
directs projects for the future) this section of Amity is slated for improvements that will
include enhanced bicyclist and pedestrian facilities. Currently it is scheduled for design in
2026. It could be moved up however, especially if you were to contact the City of Meridian
(Caleb Hood) or your Commissioner, I have included the link to find who your Commission
is below. As you make your requests, please make sure to include this potential crossing as
part of the project request.
https://achd.maps.arcgis.com/apps/View/index.html?appid=f952745c66574166906ed30
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Ms. Cragg will be in attendance at the June meeting to present on her concern.
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson Meeting Date: June 6, 2022
Presenter: Walter Steed Estimated Time: 10 minutes
Topic: Integrated Five-Year Work Plan Prioritization Methodology
ACHD is in the process of updating their prioritization methodology for the Integrated Five-Year
Work Plan. Walter Steed serves on the ACHD Capital Investment Citizens Advisory Committee
(CICAC) which was recently updated on the new methodology progress. Mr. Steed will present an
overview of the update based on the attached presentation provided to us from ACHD.
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ACHD Project PrioritizationStakeholder Meeting #2
Richard Brockmyer, AICP5/20/2022
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Scope of WorkINTRODUCTION
TASK 1: Existing Methodology & Process Review
•Memo Summarizing Existing Methodology and Problems / Improvements identified by Core Team and Stakeholders
TASK 2: Best Practices Review
•Review of other agency processes and relevant national best practices
•Table comparing methodologies
•Memo summarizing best practices and recommendations for moving forward
TASK 3: Development of Metrics
•Recommended project prioritization methodology
•Evaluation of recommended methodology compared to existing
TASK 4: Implementation of Metrics
•Memo summarizing implementation strategy for full-incorporation into the IFYWP process
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What We Heard Last Time We Met
STAKEHOLDER MEETING #1
•Little understanding of current process
•Desire for more transparency
•Desire for simple and easy to understand process
•Interest in cross-modal prioritization
•Key Question that is not part of prioritization:
•How are funding levels determined for Roadways & Intersections vs. Community Programs
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What We ReviewedBEST PRACTICES
•Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC)
•Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT)
•North Carolina Department of Transportation
(NCDOT)
•Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning
Commission (SEWRPC)
•Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
•Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)
•City of Tigard, OR
•Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC)
•Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
•NCHRP: Cross Mode Project Prioritization Report
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Key TakeawaysBEST PRACTICES
•Most agencies have a website presence explaining prioritization process
and measures
•Processes inform decision making, but only one example where model
outputs are only consideration in funding decisions
•Many agencies tie prioritization methodology to overarching goals or
agency vision
•Agencies use similar measures to what ACHD currently uses
•Only one example where true cross-modal prioritization is done, but
many examples of similar measures across all modes
•Wide variation in methodology (simple to complex)
•Most agencies stressed keeping things simple
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Process and Methodology
RECOMMENDATIONS
•Focus on Increasing Transparency
•Website
•Application process
•Posting documentation and results
•Posting available datasets
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Process and Methodology
RECOMMENDATIONS
•Maintain Methodology but improve and simplify
•Use consistent set of variables for
Community Program prioritization
•Incorporate Level of Traffic Stress metrics
•Convert Roads & Intersections to a 100
point scale
•Re-examine weighting
•Separate out safety and congestion benefits
•Separate out density and equity metrics
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TimelineRECOMMENDATIONS
June July August September October November
Commission Meeting
Categorize Metrics into Outcomes/Goals
Simplify Community Programs Methodology
Simplify Roads & Intersections Methodology
Develop and Refine Application Process
Create Website
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MEMO TO TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Agenda Topic on the Transportation Commission Agenda
From: Miranda Carson, Coordination Planner Meeting Date: June 6, 2022
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.
Transportation Commission Reappointments On May 24th City Council reappointed Tom LeClaire and Ryan Lancaster to Transportation Commission seats #8 and #9 respectively.
Bike Lane Debris We received the following concern from a citizen: I am a cyclist and wanted to call out several sections of bike lane that have dangerous amounts of road debris; typically near recent construction sites. I am asking to see if these can be swept. In each of the locations listed below the debris is severe enough to cause bike damage and force the rider into heavy traffic (ie Ten Mile Road). 1) Ten Mile Road - Lost Rapids (new Costco) The south bound bike lanes on both sides of the intersection running to the end of the LDS Church And on Lost Rapids itself by that entrance to Costco. Heavy construction debris. Nails large rocks. 2) Ustick - heading East from the intersection with Linder until the new townhome construction site 3) Highway 44 (State St) intersection with Linder - The intersection itself has glass and heavy debris. - Running south on Linder just past the intersection construction debris from the townhomes complex (nails, large rocks, dirt) for the first 1/3 of a mile. These concerns were forwarded onto the ACHD and ITD maintenance teams.
Raven Hill Parking at Mountain View Highschool We received the following concern from Jeremy Putman, President Raven Hill Home Owners Association:
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I am the president of the Raven Hill neighborhood association. Raven Hill Neighborhood is accessed from Locust Grove between Overland and Victory. Our neighborhood is west of Mt View High School.
Below is a short synopsis of the issues we are experiencing in our neighborhood and I have attached a PDF document that was given to Director Wong of ACHD.
There is an emergency only access point onto the Mt View campus at the east end of E Blue Tick St in our neighborhood. This access was put in when the school was built because the fire department required two access points due to the size and importance factor of the school.
The emergency only access was put in as the second code required access point originally. However, since the construction of Puffin St. the high school now has three access points; Puffin, Millenium Way and E Blue Tick St.
People outside our neighborhood seem to think the east end of Blue Tick St is a drop off/pick up point for their high school students. There is speeding and congestion in the mornings and afternoons when school is in session. We have contacted Meridian Police several times over the years which seems to help reduce speeding...for a time. This does not alleviate the use of our neighborhood as what seems like a transit hub.
Outside normal school hours people attending school sponsored events use our neighborhood as a parking lot, blocking driveways, mailboxes and the no parking sign at the emergency access point. Parents and students have become belligerent when asked to move their vehicles.
This has become an issue beyond contacting code enforcement and we would like to find a more permanent solution; either restricting access or closing the access entirely. The PDF document was created in order to communicate with the property owners of Raven Hill and agencies involved regarding the history of the issues in our neighborhood and the current circumstances. Director Wong suggested that I should set up a time to talk with Mayor Simison about this issue. It may involve the fire department as well. I have let Mr. Putnam know that this will be a conversation with police and the school district to discuss possible solutions. This concern (and similar concerns at other campuses) have been discussed in depth in the past by the Transportation Commission and City and school district staff. I would suggest this issue be reviewed and discussed by the School Zone Subcommittee. The following are the HOA meeting minutes referenced above.
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Exhibit A (from the Spence/Snodgrass)
1. 1995-Developer of Raven Hill, Robert Glenn, was required by the City of Meridian to fence
the perimeter of the parcel of land known as Raven Hill Subdivision. (Raven Hill development
agreement exhibit B page 2)
2. Spence/Snodgrass and the Burnhams purchased lots 24 block 1 and lot 14 block 4 in 1998
with the assurance from the developer and builder(s) that the E. Blue Tick St. stub would not
be extended or developed in the future.
3. As of November of 1998 required fence was in place around the North, East and South
boundary of Raven Hill including at the stub end of E. Blue Tick St. (see dated photo)
4. The canal was piped and covered and the perimeter fence separated the easement
properties belonging to Spence/Snodgrass and the Burnhams from the Hunter Lateral.
5. Burnhams moved into their house in 1998. Spence/Snodgrass moved into their house in
February of 1999.
6. The Raven Hill subdivision plat map shows the school area as unplatted ground and there
was no indication of any access across the lateral. In the initial home appraisal, it was stated
that a high school and a hospital annex would be built within a 1-4 mile radius of the
properties. The Hospital is within that range. The high school is within a 100-400 ft. range of
the properties.
7. Circa 2001-2002 the required easterly fence across E. Blue Tick stub was taken down and a
bollard/gate was installed, without notification or justification to property easement owners or
the RH homeowners association. This allowed for easy access across the Hunter Lateral
and the homeowner’s easements.
8. In 2001, Christy Richardson, Principal Development Analyst for ACHD, stated her concerns
about the proposed site access from E. Blue Tick St. to the school. “As the neighbors learn
of this site plan, they will have a lot of input regarding such an access.” She anticipated the
parking and traffic issues that would be created, and advised that ACHD would most likely
have to address the issue with unhappy homeowners.
9. In late 2001 the homeowners were made aware that a high school was being built directly to
the northeast of their properties. Neither the homeowners or RH HOA were ever informed of
the site plan and never had an opportunity for any input.
10. Mtn. View High School opened in the fall of 2003.
11. With only one access being provided to the school, students were driving and parking in
eastern portion of Raven Hill, specifically on E. Blue Tick, Tagish, and Griffon streets.
Parked cars blocked driveways, mailboxes and sidewalks. This also led to student loitering
on private property, coupled with littering, vandalism, drug use, smoking, sexual activity,
public urination and fighting. When the homeowners complained to the school, they said
there was nothing they could do, since the students were off campus and these were public
streets.
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12. The situation only escalated. Around 2004, Carol Burnham, homeowner, observed about 20
students skipping school and trespassing on the east side of Spence/Snodgrass property.
The students were engaged in illegal drug activity. Carol called the SRO for MVHS and as
he was walking over, the students ran down Tagish St. and 2 of them collapsed in the front
yard of Stacy Hogg. He called paramedics, and they were treated.
13. After this incident, Spence/Snodgrass homeowners contacted Van Carlson of Farmers
Insurance (the homeowner’s insurance agent). He was informed of the situation, and was
asked about their liability when students were trespassing and were injured or overdosed on
private property, through no fault of the homeowners. He stated that the homeowners are
indeed responsible, even if they were not at fault.
14. The Burnhams and Spence/Snodgrass made a decision to get the fence back up, to protect
them from all of the above. They contacted John Anderson of Nampa Meridian Irrigation, as
they made the assumption that NMI removed the fence and installed the bollard. He stated
that they did not remove it, but would issue the homeowners a license agreement to
construct a fence on NMI’s Right-Of-Way. He suggested that they should obtain a license
agreement with ACHD as well, since the fence would cross off the stub at E. Blue Tick.
15. Homeowners applied for a license agreement with ACHD to construct a gate. (Receipt #10675
that stated permission to construct a gate at the entrance to irrigation canal road between, 2036 E. Blue Tick St.
and 2236 Tagish St.) During the process of approval, the school became aware of the
homeowners intent to construct a gate, to prevent students accessing the school from
either parking or walking from Raven Hill. They then pressured ACHD to deny the
homeowners the license agreement. The school claimed to have a footpath agreement in
the school development plan.
16. On 9/15/2006, Carol Burnham went to the Ada County Courthouse, to find any evidence of a
footpath agreement giving permission to use the homeowner’s easement and NMI’s ROW
as a school access footpath. The Recorder’s office said there was nothing recorded that
would give the school access from RH subdivision. After visiting with several city and county
entities, they got in contact with Will Berg, Meridian City Clerk. He stated “there is nothing
between this subdivision and the school that would give them permission to cross into our
subdivision from the school, only emergency access for Fire Trucks and NMI access.” He
also stated that the opening was not to be used for foot traffic, as it is not a maintained
footpath to the school. There is no footpath agreement from RH to MVHS filed with either
the City of Meridian, ACHD or NMI. The school development plan map, shows a ‘site
access’ for emergency use only at the end of E. Blue Tick St. The plan map shows a
‘pedestrian access’ to MVHS at Red Cloud St. in Thousand Springs subdivision to the south
of MVHS. The homeowners on Red Cloud were given a license agreement by ACHD to
allow them to keep their fence up. This happened after denying the same type of license
agreement to The Burnhams and Spence/Snodgrass homeowners to protect themselves
and their property.
17. The Burnhams and Spence/Snodgrass homeowners retained a lawyer in order to legally
construct a gate where the original fence was located. After researching the situation, Terri
Yost, Given’s Pursley law, stated that they have no evidence of a footpath agreement and
we could proceed to construct the gate. Terri Yost obtained verbal permission from Scott
Spears, ACHD lawyer, to construct the gate as long as it was at the end of their ROW. He
stated as long as we met that requirement, ACHD would stay out of it.
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18. The Burnhams and Spence/Snodgrass homeowners, at their own expense, had the gate
put in place in the agreed upon location, providing emergency access as the school
development called for. Ten days later, ACHD, under pressure from the school, claimed to
have a ROW over the lateral and the school had ROW from ACHD’s ROW and homeowners
had no ROW. They forced the homeowners to remove the gate within 72 hours, under
threats of jail and fines.
19. The Burnhams and Spence/Snodgrass homeowners hired a company from Ontario to cut
the wrought iron fence down.
20. The above stated nuisances continued unabated, until homeowners were able to get Mayor
Tammy DeWeerd involved. She agreed that we had a big problem here, after witnessing it
firsthand. Because of her, RH was able to get no parking signs for certain times of the day.
This helped with student parking, but did not stop students/parents from parking and
accessing the school facilities for events and pick up and drop offs throughout the day every
day M-F. After hours and weekend parking for school use continues in the subdivision with
the most acute affect to the corner of E. Blue Tick and Tagish. The daily pickup and drop off
situation has led to blocked driveways, mailboxes, prevents city services (trash, recycle),
deliveries (UPS, Amazon, etc.) and mail delivery. The homeowners are still left vulnerable to
any liability from vehicles and foot traffic along the lateral that contain their easements and
their private property. All related nuisances stemming from this opening, will continue to be a
problem specifically at the corner of Blue Tick and Tagish. The subdivision suffers from
increased traffic, speeding, littering and a decrease in home values. This situation is created
by people outside of the subdivision using RH as a convenient, yet unnecessary access to
the MVHS. The opening is no longer needed for emergency access, as there are two
accesses to MVHS and footpaths at Three Bars, and the Mormon church as well Gordon
Harris Park. The City of Meridian considers those to be appropriate pedestrian accesses.
21. Therefore,the property owners are requesting that ACHD construct a fence to replace the
original one that was removed without permission, and restore our streets to a quiet
subdivision and not an annex of MVHS.
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Keeping Up with COMPASS
Keeping Up With COMPASS
May 2022
A newsletter for COMPASS members to keep abreast of
COMPASS Board, committee, and workgroup actions.
Board of Directors – April 18, 2022
More information: www.compassidaho.org/people/boardmeetings.htm
Next meeting date: June 27, 2022; COMPASS First Floor Board Room/Zoom
April Special Items:
• Water Capacity. Received an overview of current and future water capacity issues in the Treasure
Valley and implications for local jurisdictions.
• IIJA. Received an overview of planning requirements and new funding programs in the federal
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
April Action Items:
• 2022 Population Estimates. Accepted the 2022 population estimates for Ada and Canyon Counties.
• Member Dues. Approved general and special member dues for FY2023.
• CIM 2050 Funded Projects. Approved short-term and long-term funded projects for Communities in
Motion 2050 (CIM 2050).
• High-Capacity Transit PEL. Deferred action until the June 27, 2022, Board of Directors’ meeting on
consideration of including a high-capacity transit Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) study
in the draft FY2023-2029 Regional Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the FY2024
COMPASS Unified Planning Work Program and Budget.
• Congestion Management Process. Accepted COMPASS’ updated Congestion Management Process.
Executive Committee – April 12, 2022
More information: www.compassidaho.org/people/execmeetings.htm
Next meeting date: May 10, 2022; COMPASS Second Floor Large Conference Room/Zoom
April Action Item:
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• TIP Modification. Approved a Board Administrative Modification to the FY2022-2028 TIP to increase
the costs of three projects. This item was subsequently ratified by the full COMPASS Board of
Directors in its April 18, 2022, meeting as part of the consent agenda.
April Information/Discussion Item:
• Legislative Issues. Received an overview of the 2022 Idaho legislative session.
Regional Transportation Advisory Committee –
April 27, 2022
More information: www.compassidaho.org/people/rtacmeetings.htm
Next meeting date: May 25, 2022; COMPASS First Floor Board Room/Zoom
April Special Item:
• Affordable Housing. Received a status update on affordable housing activities and next steps,
including presentations by Boise State University students working on affordable housing research
projects.
April Action Items:
• TIP Amendment. Recommended COMPASS Executive Committee’s adoption of an amendment to
the FY2022-2028 Regional Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to add seven new public
transportation projects.
• TMA Programs. Approved draft updated formula-based federal-aid Transportation Management Area
(TMA) programs for the FY2023-2029 TIP. The new draft included several changes to the original
draft presented in the March 30, 2022, meeting. The full draft FY2023-2029 TIP will be brought to
RTAC for review in its May 25, 2022, meeting.
April Information/Discussion Items:
• Draft Priorities. Reviewed draft rankings of “Bin 1” (needed by 2030) priority projects and additional
unfunded project lists and needs for Communities in Motion 2050. This item will be brought back to
RTAC for a recommendation to the COMPASS Board of Directors in its May 25, 2022, meeting.
• IIJA. Received an overview of planning requirements and new funding programs in the federal
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
Workgroups
Regional Operations Workgroup Public Transportation Workgroup
Meeting date: April 7, 2022 Meeting date: April 14, 2022
Highlights:
• Discussed the workgroup’s role in
analyzing congestion, identifying
congestion management needs, and
developing mitigation strategies.
• Reviewed steps for updating the
Transportation Systems Management
Highlights:
• Reviewed and provided feedback on unfunded
public transportation priorities for Communities
in Motin 2050, including sub-prioritization of
premium routes.
• Discussed the upcoming public comment
period for the Coordinated Public Transit-
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and Operations projects list and
Intelligent Transportation Systems
inventory.
• Updated the workgroup on the status of
the I-84 Corridor Operations Plan.
Next meeting date: Summer 2022
Human Services Transportation Plan (April 15-
May 15, 2022).
Next meeting date: Late May/early June 2022
Freight Advisory Workgroup Environmental Review Workgroup
Meeting date: April 22, 2022 Meeting date: April 28, 2022
Highlights:
• Reviewed freight considerations in
corridor descriptions for Communities in
Motion 2050.
• Received an overview of the April 7,
2022, statewide Freight Advisory
Council meeting.
Next meeting date: Late June/early July 2022
Highlights:
• Reviewed data categories included in the draft
Communities in Motion 2050 environmental
suitability analysis.
• Reviewed a draft Communities in Motion 2050
equity map, including transportation, social,
and environmental measures.
Next meeting date: Week of May 16
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