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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03 - 2002-2003 Combined Transportation Funding Program ApplicationCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Agenda Item No. 3 January 14, 2003 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: Public Works Department Fong Tse, P.E. 949 - 644 -3311 ftse@city.newport-beach.ca.us SUBJECT: 2002/2003 COMBINED TRANSPORTATION FUNDING PROGRAM APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS: Adopt Resolution No. 2003 - approving the submittal of the City's 2002/03 program application to the Orange County Combined Transportation Funding Program. 2. Direct Staff to apply for funding under the Orange County Combined Transportation Funding Programs for the project included in the City's application package. DISCUSSION: On October 1, 2002, the Orange County Transportation Authority issued a five -year call for projects for various Measure M programs (Regional Interchange, Intersection Improvements, Signal Improvements, Transportation Demand Management, Growth Management Areas, and Master Plan of Arterial Highways). Cities are invited to submit eligible projects for the various programs. An estimated $117.7 million in Measure M sales tax funds will be available to Orange County cities with this call for projects. Program funds will be allocated on project merit basis, and will be based on safety, project readiness, cost- effectiveness, level of service improvement, arterial highway classification, adopted seven year capital improvement program conformance, Growth Management Area support, local agency support, transportation system significance, and multi - jurisdictional continuity and /or coordination. The structure of the funding programs is based on a two- tiered approach. This two - tiered approach is part of a five -year cycle. The first tier encompasses the first two years of the five -year cycle, and is intended for "project ready" projects. Tier 1 projects approved by OCTA are eligible to receive full funding allocations within the designated year. The second tier includes the last three years of the five -year cycle. Tier II projects will also receive a funding commitment, but may not be for the total target amount. This allows for future projects to be funded in the next call for projects which will occur in two years. Subject: 2002/2003 Combined Transportation Funding Program Application January 14, 2003 Paget Staff recommends an application be submitted for the design, right -of -way acquisition, and construction of the Jamboree Road Bridge Widening over the SR73 Freeway. This proposed project will improve traffic flow and the operational functionality of the Bristol Street North and Bristol Street South intersections on Jamboree Road. Staff believes the implementation of the proposed improvement coupled with the re- examination of the master plan for Jamboree Road may lead to the elimination of the need to construct the JR -5 flyover ramp and the JR -1 off ramp. The JR -5 flyover ramp was originally planned as a final phase of the SR -73 construction to provide a direct connection from northbound Jamboree Road to northbound SR73. The JR -1 ramp was originally proposed to replace the northbound SR73 /Birch Street off ramp, which would be impacted by the JR -5 ramp. The JR -1 ramp would convey northbound SR73 off ramp traffic to the intersection of Jamboree Road and Bristol Street North (see Attachment A). The Transportation Corridor Agency (TCA) estimated the cost of the original freeway ramp concept to be $10,300,000 in 1997. The total cost of the bridge widening project is now estimated at $4,228,000, which reflects a minimum savings $6,072,000 in transportation costs. Funding Availability: To fund the proposed project, Staff is requesting $1,218,000 in CTFP funds. The remaining $2,760,000 and $250,000 would be provided by the TCA and Growth Management Area No. 8, respectively. A Tier I, year 2 (2004/05) project is proposed for the project design including plans, specifications, and cost estimates. The right -of -way acquisition is proposed for Tier II, year 4 (2006/07) and the construction phase is proposed for Tier 11, year 5 (2007/08). Attached is a Measure M 2002/2003 Program Summary, which describes the Tumback Program, along with a listing of the approved funding allocations for each of the programs under this call for projects. The OCTA staff will review the project applications and make recommendations to fund those receiving the most points. The funding recommendations will be submitted for OCTA Board of Directors approval in April 2003. The approved funding will be available starting July 1st of the applicable fiscal year. Environmental Review: No review is required at this time, however, appropriate environmental review will be initiated after funding approval. d by: Submitted by: se, P.E. Stephen G' adum Manager Cf61ic v rks Director Attachments: Exhibit °A' Resolution 2002/03 Program Summary Attachment A 2 EXHIBIT "A" Orange County Combined Funding Program City of Newport Beach 2002/03 Project Summary Jamboree Road Bridge Widening Project The proposed widening requires a 22 -feet widening on the west side /southbound of the existing Jamboree Road bridge structure over SR -73 and at the roadway bridge approaches, both south and north of SR -73. The major construction work items include the addition of a southbound right -turn pocket at Bristol Street North, a fourth southbound through lane on the existing bridge over SR -73, and a sliver widening of Jamboree Road just south of Bristol Street South. Other work items that are required to complete this project include the construction and /or reconstruction of sidewalk, curb and gutter, retaining walls, and roadway pavement, and the relocation of existing catch basins, street lights, traffic signal systems, landscaping, and irrigation components. A Tier I, year 2 (2004/05) project is proposed for the project design including plans, specifications, and cost estimates. The right -of -way acquisition is proposed for Tier II, year 4 (2006/07) and- the construction phase is proposed for Tier Ii, year 5 (2007/08). The estimated costs for this project are as follows: Design - $548,000, Right -of -way acquisition - $460,000, and Construction - $3,220,000. F! \USERS \PBMShared\ COUNCIL \FY02 -03 \Jan -14 \Transportation Funding Application \Exhibit A.DOC RESOLUTION NO. 2003- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH APPROVING THE SUBMITTAL OF A FUNDING APPLICATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF JAMBOREE ROAD LISTED HEREIN TO THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR FUNDING UNDER THE ORANGE COUNTY COMBINED TRANSPORTATION FUNDING PROGRAM THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HEREBY RESOLVES, DETERMINES, AND ORDERS AS FOLLOWS: (a) THAT, WHEREAS, the City of Newport Beach desires to implement the transportation improvements listed below; (b) WHEREAS, the City of Newport Beach has been declared by the Orange County Transportation Authority to be eligible to receive Measure M "turnback" funds; (c) WHEREAS, the City's Circulation Element is consistent with the County of Orange Master Plan of Arterial Highways; (d) WHEREAS, the City of Newport Beach will provide matching funds for the project as required by the Orange County Combined Transportation Funding Program Procedures Manual; (e) WHEREAS, The Orange County Transportation Authority intends to allocate funds for transportation improvements projects within the incorporated cities and the County; NOW, THEREFORE, The City Council of the City of Newport Beach hereby requests the Orange County Transportation Authority allocate funds in the amounts specified in the City's application to said City from the Orange County Combined Transportation Funding Program. Said funds shall be matched by funds from the Transportation Corridor Agency and Growth Management Area No. 8 as required and shall be used to aid the City in the improvements of the following street: Jamboree Road Widening Project (Between Bayview Way and MacArthur Boulevard) Design, R/W Acquisition and Construction BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is hereby directed to have this resolution recorded by the Orange County Recorder. Adopted this day of 2003 Mayor ATTEST: CITY CLERK F:\ USERS tPB1MSharedVResolutionst2002 -2003 Transportation Funding.doc ORANGE COUNTY COMBINED FUNDING PROGRAM City of Newport Beach 2002103 Program Summary 1. Measure M On November 6, 1990, Orange County voters approved Measure M, the Revised Traffic Improvement and Growth Management Ordinance, providing the funding for needed transportation improvements. Measure M authorized the imposition of a one -half percent retail transaction and use tax for a twenty -year period effective April 1, 1991. The sales tax is estimated to raise $3.1 billion (in 1988 dollars) countywide over the 20 -year period. The revenue generated by this tax is administered by OCTA, and funding is distributed into four categories based on the percentages established in the sales tax ordinance: 43 percent to freeway projects, 25 percent to transit projects, 21 percent to local street projects, and 11 percent to regional streets. Project funding is made available to eligible cities under the Regional Streets and Roads component as well as the Local Street and Roads components on a competitive project basis. The Regional component includes the following five programs: Smart Streets Program The 1982 High Flow Arterial Concept Feasibility Study indicated that substantial improvements in travel time, number of stops, fuel consumption, and vehicle emissions could be achieved through the implementation of a high -flow arterial, or smart street concept. This concept seeks to improve roadway traffic capacity and smooth traffic flow on selected corridors through traffic signal coordination, bus turnouts, parking restrictions, intersection improvements, and additional travel lanes. A follow up study in 1984, Superstreet Program for Orange County, identified a network of approximately 220 miles on 21 designated smart streets. Beach Boulevard was selected in 1984 as the first designated smart street. In 1992, the Superstreet network was re- defined and re -named the Smart Street Network. Given the magnitude of costs associated with these improvements and the philosophy of corridor -wide improvements, the TAC and Board decided to limit the funds from the Smart Streets Program to no more than the four streets underway. In March, 1993, the OCTA TAC and Board of Directors determined that the following street be studied further as potential smart street corridors: Beach Boulevard: Pacific Coast Highway to Imperial Highway Imperial Highway: Los Angeles County to Santa Ana Canyon Road Katella Avenue: 1 -605 to SR -55 Moulton Parkway: Main Street (Santa Ana) to Del Prado (Dana Point) This Program is not accepting funding applications for this Call for Projects Reaional Interchanae Proaram The Regional Interchange Program provides funds for projects that improve freeway to arterial highway interchanges, including combinations of ramps or junctions of freeway or state highway to another freeway or state highway. The estimated funding is $13.7 million for fiscal years 03/04 through 07/08. A minimum of 50 percent in matching funds is required from the local agency. Intersection Improvement Program The Intersection Improvement Program provides funds for improvements to a minimum of 100 of the County's most congested intersections. Improvements may include widenings for additional through lanes, turn pockets, and traffic signal installations. The estimated funding is $27.0 million for fiscal years 03/04 through 07/08. Projects selected for funding under the Intersection Improvement Program will be limited to a maximum funding allocation of $2.5 million per intersection. A minimum 20 percent in matching funds is required from the local agency. Signal Improvement Program The Signal Improvement Program provides funding for improvements that lead to better operation and management of signal systems and traffic congestion. Improvements may include signal coordination, system detection, and system communication links. The estimated funding is $12.2 million for fiscal years 03/04 through 07/08: Projects funded under this program are limited to $250,000 per project. A minimum of 20 percent matching funds is required from the local agency. Transportation Demand Management Program OCTA makes funds available to local jurisdiction through the Measure -M Transportation Demand Management Program for the implementation efforts of transportation control measures. Priority is given to those projects which implement control measures that result in quantifiable reductions in vehicles trips and vehicle miles traveled. The objective of these measures is to reduce air pollution in a cost effective manner. Eligible projects may include carpool /vanpool purchase incentives, parking management programs, park and ride facilities, telecommuting programs, and transit benches and shelters. The estimated funding is $3.1 million for fiscal years 03/04 through 07/08, with a per project cap of $200,000. No matching funds are required from the local agency. The Local component includes the following two programs: Master Plan of Arterial Highways Program The Master Plan of Arterial Highways'(MPAH) represents the county wide arterial network required to meet present and future traffic demand, and the Master Plan of Arterial Highways Program is designed to provide a funding source that will aid the build -out of the MPAH. Eligible projects include gap closures, widenings, and new roadways. The amount of available funding for this program is set at 3.2 percent of the net sales tax revenues annually, with a maximum of $100 million over the life of the ordinance, therefore, this program may expire prior to the end of the one -half percent sales tax. The estimated funding is $51.7 million for fiscal years 03/04 through 07/08. A minimum of 50 percent in matching funds is required from the local agency. Growth Management Areas Program The Growth Management Areas Program is designed to blend both local and regional planning perspectives and traffic control techniques. Through this program, funds will be provided which benefit a Growth Management Area (GMA). Funding priority will be provided to projects which benefit the greatest number of jurisdictions within a GMA. The focus of this program is on addressing the cumulative regional traffic impacts of development not addressed by specific project mitigation and existing system deficiencies. Numerous types of improvements are eligible for this program, including intersection improvements, signal coordination traffic management systems, smart street type improvements, and signal preemption. The amount of available funding is set at 3.2 percent of the net sales tax revenues annually, with a maximum of $100 million over the life of the ordinance. The estimated funding is $10 million for fiscal years 06/07 and 07/08. 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