EETING SUMMARY Time Public...2016/06/16 · The meeting was held on Thursday, June 16, 2016 at Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park East Wing Meeting Room, 1589 County Road 459 in Lake

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MEETING SUMMARY

Meeting Date: June 16, 2016 (Thursday) Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Project: County Road 470 PD&E Study Financial Project ID: 434912-1-22-01 Subject: Public Alternatives Meeting Meeting Location: Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park East Wing Meeting Room, 1589 C-459, Lake

Panasoffkee, Florida 33538

I. OVERVIEW:

The purpose of this public meeting was to present and explain the alternatives under consideration, seek public and agency input, and provide interested persons an opportunity to provide feedback and comments to the study team.

The meeting was held on Thursday, June 16, 2016 at Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park East Wing Meeting Room, 1589 County Road 459 in Lake Panasoffkee, Florida 33538. The public meeting was held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

II. PUBLIC NOTICE:

The meeting was advertised in advanced through several methods including:

Notification emails to approximately 100 state and local elected and appointed public officials and other agencies sent on May 20, 2016

Direct mail notifications to approximately 365 property owners sent on May 23, 2016

Legal advertisement in the May 21st and June 5th edition of the Daily Commercial May 23, 2016 edition of Florida Administration Register Press release to local media outlets on June 10, 2016

Meeting notifications are included in Attachment A.

III. FORMAT:

The meeting began at 5:00 pm and was conducted in an open house format. Throughout the meeting, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) staff and members of the study team were on hand to discuss the project and answer questions. Upon arrival, each attendee was provided with a brochure outlining an overview of the study corridor. Several visual aids were on display for review during the meeting. A looping presentation was played throughout the meeting. The presentation covered the following topics:

Project overview

County Road 470 PD&E Study Financial Project ID: 434912-1-22-01 Public Alternatives Meeting Meeting Summary

FDOT – District Five Page 2 of 11

Project purpose and need

Study process and schedule

Public involvement opportunities

Contact information

IV. ATTENDANCE

Approximately 35 members of the public, 5 FDOT staff members, and 6 members of theconsultant study team attended the meeting. Representatives from the US 301 studywere also in attendance with study related material. Sign in sheets are included asAttachment B.

V. DISPLAY/MATERIALS

Informational materials available at the public meeting included a brochure with an overview of the PD&E study and a comment form with contact information. Below is a listing of the display materials provided during the meeting:

Informational Handout

Welcome Board

Why Are You Here? Board

Alternatives Matrix Board

Regional Overview Board

Western Section Board

Alternatives Overview Board

Central Section (Improve Existing) Board

Central Section (Alternative 1) Board



Eastern Section Board

Existing Traffic Board

Traffic Alternatives Board

FDOT Title VI Board

A copy of the presentation slides, brochure, and display materials are provided in Attachments C, D, and E, respectively. The PowerPoint presentation, meeting materials, and displays were posted on the project’s website, www.C-470Study.com, in the days following the meeting.

VI. SUMMARY OF PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS

A total of 1 comment form was received at the public meeting. Five additional commentswere received during the comment period that lasted until June 27, 2016. This sectionprovides an overview of the public input received during the meeting and the publiccomment period that followed. Copies of the written comments received are included inAttachment F.

Improving the existing roadway would be best but this is not a viable option,Alternative 1 would at least divide land evenly. (Two comments were provided



with the same topic)

There needs to be turns lanes specifically wide enough for trucks.

Stakeholder attended public alternatives meeting, was very pleased with the progress and requested that FDOT move forward with an alternative expeditiously.

Submitted via website, voices concerns regarding Alternative 1 and the routing of commercial truck traffic.

Sumter Electric Cooperative, Inc. (SECO) submitted comment via their attorney, Sharma Eminent Domain Lawyers. SECO voiced concerns regarding the alternatives presented and requested a meeting with project management.

VII. MEETING PRESENTATION POLL QUESTIONS

Poll questions were developed and administered live during the presentation to

meeting attendees. There were approximately 20 participants during the poll. The

following provides an overview of the public input received from the poll.

Question 1: Where are you coming from tonight?



Question 2: How do you use the C-470 study corridor? (Select all that apply)

Question 3: When traveling from SR 471 to US 301, where are you typically going?



Question 4: What is your perception of the existing intersection of SR 471 and US 301? (Select all that apply)

Question 5: Based on your understanding of the issues, do you support making the connection between C-470 west and C-470 east?



Question 6: What is your opinion of Alternative 1 for the central segment?

Question 7: What is your perception of SR 471 being realigned with C-528 and moving the existing intersection with US 301 further south?



Question 8: What is your opinion of Alternative 2 for the central segment?

Question 9: What is your perception of SR 471 intersecting with C-470 instead of US 301?



Question 10: What is your opinion of Alternative 3 within the central segment?

Question 11: What is your opinion of the Improve Existing Alternative for the central segment?



Question 12: What is your opinion of the No-Build Alternative?

VIII. PHOTOS





IX. ATTACHMENTS

A – Meeting Notifications

B – Sign in sheets

C – Presentation Slides

D – Brochure

E – Display Materials

F – Written Comment Forms

END OF SUMMARY

This summary was prepared by Sophia Villavicencio-Ortiz and is provided as a summary (not verbatim) for

use by the project team. The comments do not reflect FDOT’s concurrence. Please review and send

comments, via e-mail: [email protected] so they can be finalized for the files.

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ATTACHMENT A: Meeting Notifications

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Villavicencio-Ortiz, Sophia

From: Bass, Crystal <[email protected]> on behalf of Downs, Noranne <[email protected]>

Sent: Friday, May 20, 2016 8:22 AMSubject: FDOT Public Information Meeting Attachments: Location Map.pdf

Florida Department of Transportation

RICK SCOTT GOVERNOR

719 S. Woodland Boulevard DeLand, Florida 32720-6834

JIM BOXOLD SECRETARY

May 20, 2016 RE: County Road 470 (C-470) from C-527 to Florida’s Turnpike

Sumter and Lake Counties, Florida Financial Project ID: 434912-1-22-01

Dear Elected Leader: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has scheduled a public alternatives meeting regarding the Project Development & Environment (PD&E) study along County Road 470 (C-470) from C-527 to Florida’s Turnpike. This is the second public meeting to be held as part of a community‐based evaluation to determine how best to meet the needs of the traveling public. The purpose of this public meeting is to present and explain the alternatives under consideration, seek public and agencies input, and provide interested persons an opportunity to provide feedback and comments to the study team. The public alternatives meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 16, 2016 at the Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park East Wing Meeting Room, 1589 County Road 459, Lake Panasoffkee, Florida 33538. The meeting will begin with an open house at 5:00 p.m., during which a looping introduction presentation will be shown. A live presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting will adjourn at 7:00 p.m. Staff members will be available to discuss the study and answer any questions you may have. Participants may provide public comments at any time during the meeting. Written comments may also be submitted by mail, no later than June 26, 2016, to Sophia Villavicencio-Ortiz, Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 300, Orlando, Florida 32801. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting Jennifer Smith, FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator by phone at 386-943-5367, or via email at [email protected]. Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Sophia Villavicencio-Ortiz, Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. at

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407-839-4006 or via email at [email protected] at least seven days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact us by using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). For information pertaining to this project, please contact Mary McGehee, FDOT Project Manager at [email protected] or visit the project website at www.C-470Study.com. Sincerely,

Noranne Downs, P.E. District Five Secretary

Public Meeting Location

Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park

East Wing Meeting Room

1589 County Road 459, Lake

Panasoffkee, Florida 33538

June 8, 2016 Steve Olson, (386) 943-5479

[email protected]

FDOT hosts meeting to share alternatives under consideration for County Road 470 (C-470)

Sumter and Lake Counties - The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public alternatives meeting to talk about the Project Development and Environment (PD&E) study along County Road 470 (C-470) from C-527 to Florida’s Turnpike, in Sumter and Lake Counties.

The purpose of this PD&E study is to develop and evaluate alternatives that provide long-term transportation needs and accommodate future growth that is reflected into adopted local and regional plans. Based on the anticipated future travel demand, the existing two-lane roadway will not meet future capacity and mobility needs.

The meeting will be at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 16, at the Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park, East Wing Meeting Room, 1589 County Road 459, Lake Panasoffkee, Florida 33538. There will be a looping introduction presentation from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and a live presentation at 5:30 p.m. The meeting ends at 7:00 p.m.

Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting Jennifer Smith, FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator by phone at 386-943-5367, or by email at [email protected]. Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Sophia Villavicencio-Ortiz, Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. at 407-839-4006 or via email at [email protected] at least seven days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact us by using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). Media inquiries should be directed to Steve Olson, Public Information Officer, 386-943-5479, [email protected] The Florida Department of Transportation urges drivers to not text and drive, and to always wear a seatbelt.

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From: Suner, NatalieSent: Thursday, May 19, 2016 4:19 PMTo: Villavicencio-Ortiz, Sophia; Doyle, NikkiSubject: Fwd: Submit Notice in FAR

Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message:

From: <[email protected]> Date: May 19, 2016 at 3:18:28 PM CDT To: <[email protected]> Subject: Submit Notice in FAR Reply-To: <[email protected]>

You have successfully submitted a notice for publication in the Florida Administrative Register on 5/19/2016 4:18:04 PM. Department: Other Agencies and Organizations Organization: VHB Notice type: Notice of Meeting/Workshop Hearing Issue: 42/100 Once this notice is published you will be able to view it by clicking the following link: http://www.FLRules.org/gateway/View_Notice.asp?id=17556241 You may contact the Florida Administrative Register office at (850)245-6270 for additional information.

NOTICE OF MEETING: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announces a public meeting to which all persons are invited. DATE: Thursday, June 16, 2016 OPEN HOUSE: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. PRESENTATION: 5:30 p.m. PLACE: Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park East Wing Meeting Room 1589 County Road 459 Lake Panasoffkee, Florida 33538

GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: Financial Management No.: 434912-1-22-01 Project Description: Project Development and Environment Study- County Road 470 (C-470) from C-

527 to Florida’s Turnpike This is the second public meeting to be held as part of a community‐based evaluation to determine how best to meet the needs of the traveling public. The purpose of this public alternatives meeting is to present and explain the alternatives under consideration, seek public and agencies input, and provide interested persons an opportunity to provide feedback and comments to the study team.

The meeting will begin with an open house at 5:00 p.m., during which a looping introduction presentation will be shown. A live presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting will adjourn at 7:00 p.m. Staff members will be available to discuss the study and answer any questions you may have. Participants may provide public comments at any time during the meeting. Written comments may also be submitted by mail, no later than June 26, 2016, to Sophia Villavicencio-Ortiz, Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 300, Orlando, Florida 32801.

Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting Jennifer Smith, FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator by phone at 386-943-5367, or via email at [email protected].

Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Sophia Villavicencio-Ortiz, at Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 300, Orlando, FL 32801, by phone at 407-839-4006 or via email at [email protected] at least seven (7) days prior to the meeting.

If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Services, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice).

FOR MORE INFORMATION, YOU MAY CONTACT: Mary McGehee FDOT Project Manager at 386-943-5063 or via e-mail at [email protected] or visit the project website at www.C-470Study.com.




http://www.c-470study.com/

ATTACHMENT B: SIGN-IN SHEETS

ATTACHMENT C: PRESENTATION SLIDES

Welcome to the Alternatives Public Meeting for the County Road 470 (four seventy) Project Development & Environment, or P‐D‐&‐E Study. This meeting is being conducted by the Florida Department of Transportation, or F‐D‐O‐T, and is being developed in coordination with Sumter and Lake Counties; the Cities of Bushnell, Wildwood, and Leesburg; and the Lake Sumter Metropolitan Planning Organization.

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This brief presentation provides an overview of how County Road 470 serves as an important part of the regional transportation network, and touches upon some of the key issues and challenges surrounding the purpose and need for the project. We will review the P‐D‐&‐E Study process, its anticipated schedule with key milestones, as well as ways you can get involved in this study.

At 5:30 pm, a live presentation will provide additional detail on the alternatives under evaluation and next steps in the study process.

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The limits of the P‐D‐&‐E Study are County Road 470 (four seventy) from County Road 527 (Five Twenty Seven) to Florida’s Turnpike, including a segment of US 301 (three‐oh‐one) that connects the east and west legs of County Road 470 (four seventy). The project length is approximately 10.6 (ten point six) miles.

In addition to serving as a major connection between the Florida’s Turnpike and Interstate 75 (seventy five), or I 75 (seventy five), the existing corridor currently provides the most direct connections to these two facilities for the community of Sumterville.

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This exhibit, which is also on display here tonight, provides an overview of the County Road 470 corridor in context of planned developments and roadway improvements within the surrounding region. The large areas shaded in yellow indicate either planned or ongoing development activity, and the colored overlays applied to the roadway network indicate segments with planned or ongoing road improvements.

There are two road projects currently under construction that include the widening of I‐75 from 4 to 6 lanes shown in orange on the left side of the figure. This includes improvements to the I‐75 interchange with County Road 470, which will widen 470 eastward through the CSX railroad crossing to County Road 527, defining the western limit where the subject PD&E Study begins. The second project under construction is the widening of County Road 468 (four sixty eight) from 2 to 4 lanes between US 301 (three‐oh‐one) and State Road 44 (forty four) shown in green. This improvement is also setting the stage for a planned future interchange between County Road 468 and Florida’s Turnpike.

The Turnpike itself is also being evaluated for future widening through a separate PD&E Study being developed by Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise. Shown here in light blue, the improvements to the mainline Turnpike include future widening, as well as safety upgrades for the ramp connections at the existing interchange with I‐75. The Department of Transportation is also conducting a separate PD&E Study of US 301 from County Road 470 to State Road 44 (forty four) shown in the darker blue color. This project anticipates a future widening from 2 to 4 lanes, and is also exploring options for a truck route to be aligned east of the existing US 301 around the Coleman community as represented by the dashed blue line. This separate study anticipates holding the first Alternatives Public Meeting in September, and members of the US 301 Study team are available here tonight to discuss this project as well.

Currently in the planning stages, a future PD&E Study will be evaluating the potential for a new interchange between I‐75 and County Road 514 just west of the community of Coleman. Just south and east of this location, Sumter County is developing plans to extend County Road 525(E) to provide a new roadway connection between County Road 514 and US 301. This new road segment is anticipated to begin construction in the fall of this year, with a goal of being open to traffic in 2017. Late last year, Sumter County also completed the Preliminary Engineering Study of County Road 501 (five‐oh‐one) between County Road 470 and County Road 468 shown in purple. This project has recommended a future widening from 2 to 4 lanes to improve network connectivity and support future growth.

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As we consider the affects that this regional growth will have on our study corridor, consider the following illustration. This represents the current traffic conditions along County Road 470 (four seventy) and other roadways within the region.

While the corridor may appear to adequately handle today’s traffic conditions, the future development and growth that is anticipated within the region will produce additional cars and trucks that add traffic to the roadway network. With this additional traffic demand, County Road 470 will experience level of service failures in future years, resulting in increased travel time and delay throughout the corridor.

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What is level of service? These figures illustrate the traffic served under conditions ranging from level of service A to level of service F. Similar to grades in school, a roadway that performs at level of service A is not congested and supports free‐flowing travel. A roadway that receives a failing grade experiences heavy congestion and significant delays as depicted in the level of service F exhibit. F‐D‐O‐T and other agencies monitor traffic demands throughout the transportation network, and have established adopted level of service standards that are used to identify needs and prioritize funding for capacity improvements. The adopted standard for County Road 470 (four seventy) within the study corridor is level of service C.

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Planning for future needs along County Road 470 considers a future traffic forecast with a design horizon of 2042 traffic conditions. Based on the forecast developed for this assessment, the existing 2 lane County Road 470 is projected to operate at level of service F, or failing conditions in 2042 if no improvements are made. This condition also applies to the segment of US 301 (three‐oh‐one) between the two offset intersections, as well as the individual intersections within the central section of the study area.

Development of a future traffic forecast considers a number of factors that include population projections, historical traffic growth, and the anticipated travel demand from changes in future land use such as planned development. It’s also important to recognize the proportion of heavy truck traffic, and the significant influence this can have on traffic operations within a corridor. The daily traffic along County Road 470 (four seventy) is currently comprised of more than 20% heavy trucks. This proportion is even higher along State Road 471 (four seventy‐one), with daily truck volumes that exceed 36%, or more than one third of the traffic mix.

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When considering the US 301 (three‐oh‐one) portion of the study area, this small segment is currently supporting through traffic from both US 301 (three‐oh‐one) and County Road 470 (four seventy). This overlapping of two facilities results in a substantial amount of left turns from County Road 470 (four seventy) onto US 301 (three‐oh‐one) as well as right turns from US 301 (three‐oh‐one) to County Road 470 (four seventy).

Between the two offset intersections, State Road 471 (four seventy one) connects to US 301 (three‐oh‐one) within a curved section that can be challenging for drivers to negotiate, especially under heavier traffic conditions. The study will also be looking to identify improvements to the State Road 471 (four seventy one) intersection that will enhance operations for all users, with particular emphasis on larger trucks that are anticipated to continue utilizing this intersection the future years.

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Connecting County Road 470 (four seventy) and US 301 (three‐oh‐one) at a single intersection eliminates the need for County Road 470 (four seventy) through traffic to use US 301 (three‐oh‐one), removes an intersection on US 301 (three‐oh‐one), improves safety by eliminating conflict points, reduces the number left and right turns at the intersections, and alleviates congestion on US 301 (three‐oh‐one).

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To summarize the challenges: Planned growth within the region will see an evolution with some of the rural undeveloped areas transitioning to a more urbanized or suburban character. Within the areas that surround the County Road 470 corridor, future development is anticipated to significantly increase travel demands. This requires a comprehensive approach to developing and evaluating alternatives that consider all modes of transportation that will utilize this corridor. This includes not cars and trucks, but also considering the mobility needs of bicyclists, pedestrians, and transit users as appropriate.

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Taking a long‐term view of needs within the County Road 470 corridor, continuing to rely on US 301 (three‐oh‐one) to carry the east/west through traffic from County Road 470 (four seventy) does not appear to be sustainable as traffic volumes increase. Therefore, the alternatives considered by the subject PD&E Study will need to explore opportunities to eliminate the offset intersections.

The need for future widening also introduces the need to establish an Access Management Plan throughout the County Road 470 corridor. This will include the identification of locations for signalized intersections, full and directional median openings, and appropriate connection spacing for minor side streets and driveways in adherence with current standards. These and other elements of the conceptual design will be developed to maximize the safety characteristics and operational performance of the proposed improvement alternatives.

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Central to the P‐D‐&‐E Study process is understanding the purpose and need for the project. Reflecting on the understanding of the key challenges identified earlier; thepurpose of this study is to enhance local and regional mobility through improving corridor operations, enhancing access and safety characteristics, and providing direct connectivity between I‐75 (eye seventy five) and Florida’s Turnpike.

Enhancing this regionally‐significant corridor is necessary to meet the long‐term transportation needs created by planned growth in land use, population, and travel demand, and to enhance system continuity.

This PD&E Study is focused on developing a plan for future transportation improvements that satisfy the purpose and need, and meet future mobility needs of County Road 470 within the study area.

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The P‐D‐&‐E study process involves a blending of engineering, planning, environmentalanalysis, and public involvement to identify improvements that are technically sound, economically feasible, environmentally sensitive, and publicly acceptable. Key elements of the study process include data collection, engineering analyses, environmental evaluations, and engagement with the public, property owners, agencies, and other stakeholders.

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With a more‐complete understanding of the issues and challenges within the study corridor, and a well‐defined purpose and need, the P‐D‐&‐E Study team has identified a range of transportation solutions to accommodate the future needs along County Road 470. These alternatives are on display here at tonight’s meeting.

Following this presentation, you are encouraged review the project materials and visit with staff from the study team. Your participation is encouraged and we look forward to speaking with you this evening.

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The proposed schedule for this study is approximately 38 months. The study started in May 2015, and is anticipated to be completed in July 2018. This schedule illustrates some of the key milestones for the study process, and the level of progress to date. Since the public kick‐off meeting held last September, the study team has developed alternatives, analyzed future traffic, and met with various stakeholders, including community leaders and agency partners. These efforts have helped the study team refine the alternatives that are on display here tonight.

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After the study is complete the resulting recommendations will be advanced into the design phase, which is currently funded for fiscal year 2020. Following the design phase, if needed we have the right‐of‐way acquisition phase, followed by construction. The entire process can take several years, depending on the nature of the improvement recommendations and available funding. At this time, the only phases currently funded are the P‐D‐&‐E and Design phases. As this project progresses, F‐D‐O‐T will be working with agency partners to identify potential funding sources to advance the project to future phases.

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Tonight’s Alternatives Public Meeting is the second of three public outreach events that will be held during the P‐D‐&‐E study. In September of last year, the project was introduced at the Public Kick‐off Meeting, which was the first opportunity for the public to interact with the project study team. Since this time, we have conducted a series of follow‐up meetings and outreach to businesses, property owners and members of the community as part of the efforts to develop the project alternatives on display here tonight.

Following tonight’s Alternatives Public Meeting, the project team will be working to identify a preferred build alternative. This will be refined as needed and evaluated in greater detail to be presented at a future public hearing, where it will be compared to the No‐build (or do nothing) alternative. The Public Hearing is the third of three public outreach events that concludes the public involvement program.

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We value your input and welcome your involvement in the P‐D‐&‐E Study process. We encourage you to engage in conversation with study team staff during tonight’s meeting to discuss your issues or concerns. At 5:30 pm, a live presentation will review the alternatives under evaluation in greater detail. We also have comment forms available at the sign in table. This is an excellent way to communicate your thoughts, concerns, and ideas to the study team. Please fill out a comment form and leave it in the comment’s box, or mail it to the address on the back by June 27, 2016.

This presentation, and all of the materials on display here tonight will be available on the project website at www.C‐470Study.com (w‐w‐w‐dot‐c‐dash‐four‐seventy‐study‐dot‐com)

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Thank you for attending tonight’s meeting for the County Road 470 (four seventy) P‐D‐&‐E study. You can also visit our project website for project updates and study related materials at the address shown here.

If you need more information about the study, you may also contact the FDOT Project Manager, or Study Team Project Manager using the contact information provided here. This presentation will restart in a few moments.

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This meeting, and the subject study is being conducted without regard torace, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status.Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance withTitle VI may do so by contacting:

Jennifer SmithFDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator

719 South Woodland BoulevardDeland, Florida 32720

[email protected]

Jacqueline ParamoreState Title VI Coordinator

605 Suwannee Street, Mail Station 65Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0450

[email protected]

All inquiries or complaints will be handled according to FDOT procedure and in a prompt and courteous manner.

Title VI

I. Project Overview

II. Project Alternatives

III. Technical Evaluations & Results

IV. Next steps

Presentation Outline

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Project Limits County Road 470 (C-470) from C-527 to Florida’s Turnpike Length: Approximately 10.6 miles

Project Overview

Location: Western Limit of C-470 PD&E Study– Design / Build with ongoing construction– Expected completion in early 2017

Adjacent Project: Interstate 75 (I-75) Widening from C-470 to Turnpike

Project Overview US 301 PD&E Study: 4-lane widening of US 301 north of C-470 E

– Study Ongoing; Alternatives Public meeting planned for Sept. 2016 C-501 Preliminary Engineering Study: Planned 4-lane widening

– Study completed in October 2015

Project Overview

Location: Eastern Limit of C-470 – 100% Design (2/2009)– R/W Acquired– Adds twin bridge over Turnpike– Supports future 8-laning of

Turnpike

Adjacent Project: CR 470 Widening by Lake County

End Project: C-470 PD&E StudyCR 470 Widen by Lake County100% Design Plans

Project Overview

Jurisdictional Transfer State Road (SR) 48 from I-75

to Main Street in Bushnell

C-470 from I-75 to Turnpike

Anticipated in 2017

Real-time polling devicesHow to use:1. Use during poll slides

2. Select the answer you agree with most (multiple choices will

be noted)

3. Results will be posted once the poll is closed

Interactive Format

Where are you coming from tonight?

A. BushnellB. ColemanC. Lake PanasoffkeeD. Leesburg / Lake

CountyE. Sumterville AreaF. The VillagesG. WebsterH. WildwoodI. Other

A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I.

0% 0% 0% 0% 0%0%0%0%0%

How do you use the C-470 study corridor? (Select all that apply)

A. Commuting to and from workB. Traveling between I-75 and the

TurnpikeC. I work on the corridorD. I live in the corridorE. I own property on the corridorF. I do not use this section of C-470G. Other

A. B. C. D. E. F. G.

0% 0% 0% 0%0%0%0%

Alternatives Overview

Study Segments

Western Segment – 1.85 miles Central Segment – 1.75 miles Eastern Segment – 7 miles

Western Central Eastern

Western Segment ConceptFrom I-75 (C-527) to just west of US 301 4-Lane divided roadway 22-ft raised median with curb Paved shoulder (supports cyclists) Roadside drainage swales Existing right-of-way =120-ft Proposed right-of-way =160 ft Design speed: 45 mph

Western Section Concept

Western Section Concept

From US 301 to Turnpike Rural 4-Lane divided Paved shoulders 40-ft grassed median Open swale drainage Existing right-of-way = 100-200 ft. Proposed right-of-way = 250 ft. Design speed: 60 mph

Eastern Segment Concept

From US 301 to Turnpike Mining Operations American Cement Coleman Federal Prison C-501 Turnpike Interchange

Eastern Segment Concept

End Project: C-470 PD&E StudyBegin CR 470 WideningLake County Design (100% Plans)

C-470 (W/E) Around US 301 4-Lane divided roadway Curb & gutter on both sides Buffered bicycle lanes Sidewalks on both sides Realignment alternatives Design speed: 45 mph

Central Section Concept

Central Section Alternatives

No-Build AlternativeFour Build Alternatives• Improved Existing• 3 Realignments

Stakeholders OutreachMore than 14 individual meetings Individual property owners Shady Brook Golf & RV Resort Sumter Electric Cooperative Bedrock Resources / Dixie Lime

& Stone (Mining Company) Sumter County School District of Sumter Co. Lake~Sumter MPO

General support for the realignment amongst all affected property owners

F

F

F

E

Alternative Attributes: Signalized intersections (3) Overlapping traffic Segment LOS failures Intersection LOS failures Geometry not improved Safety not improved

D

D

D

E

Improve Existing Alternative

C‐470 (W) Intersection

SR 471 / US 301 Intersection

C‐470 (E) Intersection

Improve Existing Alternative

Alternative Attributes: Signalized intersections (3) Overlapping traffic 6‐lane US 301 geometry Large intersection geometry Minimized Right‐of‐way

(R/W) required Minor SR 471 reconfiguration

D

SR 471 realigned approx. 1-mile south

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SR 471 Intersection Realign to new C-470 Shift US 301 connection

When traveling from SR 471 to US 301, where are you typically going?

A. North on US 301B. To C-470 west

towards I-75C. To C-470 east

towards Florida’s Turnpike

D. I don’t use SR 471 often

A. B. C. D.

0% 0%0%0%

a c

b

What is your perception of the existing intersection of SR 471 and US 301?

(Select all that apply)A. This location is fine as isB. The intersection doesn’t

operate wellC. Difficult for turning trucksD. Difficult for turning carsE. Challenging sight

distanceF. This location needs

improvement

A. B. C. D. E. F.

0% 0% 0%0%0%0%

E

E

1.5 miles to new C-470 intersection

Potential Roundabout:LOS C in AMLOS E in PMSignal provides LOS A/A

*

*Denotes further analysis needed

Alternative 1

Alternative Attributes: Single signalized intersection Optimal traffic distribution Minimized US 301 geometry Optimized 301 Intersection US 301 curve improved SR 471 realigned to the south

D D

E

Alternative 2

Alternative Attributes: 2 signalized intersections Improved traffic distribution Expanded US 301 intersection 6 lanes between 301 / 471 Optimal US 301 curve SR 471 realigned to the east

D

D

E

Alternative 3

Alternative Attributes: 2 signalized intersections Additional intersection turn

lanes Improved traffic distribution US 301 curve improved SR 471 intersection slightly

improved

Future Alternatives

Level of Service Range:

Projected 2042 Intersection Level of Service

D

D

D

D D

D

D*

E

Alternative 1 Alternative 2 Alternative 3

Improve Existing

D

US 301 / C-528 (SR 471)• LOS C/E with a

Roundabout• LOS A/A with a Signal

E

ImproveExisting

Alternatives Rankingby Operational Performance

Alternative 3

Alternative 2

Alternative 1

Summary: Operations: All options can meet

LOS standards Geometry: Minimized with

Alternative 1 Network Distribution: Most efficient

with Alternative 1 Improve Existing requires substantial

link and intersection geometry

Based on your understanding of the issues, do you support making the

connection between C-470 west and C-470 east?

A. Strongly support (definitely needed)

B. Support somewhatC. NeutralD. Somewhat opposedE. Strongly opposed

(definitely not needed)

A. B. C. D. E.

0% 0% 0%0%0%

What is your opinion of Alternative 1 for the central segment?

A. Strongly supportB. Support somewhatC. NeutralD. Somewhat opposedE. Strongly opposed

A. B. C. D. E.

0% 0% 0%0%0%

What is your perception of SR 471 being realigned with C-528 and moving the existing intersection with US 301 further

south?A. Favorable (good

idea)B. IndifferentC. Unfavorable (don’t

like it)

A. B. C.

0% 0%0%

What is your opinion of Alternative 2 for the central segment?


A. B. C. D. E.

0% 0% 0%0%0%

What is your perception of SR 471 intersecting with

C-470 instead of US 301?A. Favorable (good

idea)B. IndifferentC. Unfavorable (don’t

like it)

A. B. C.

0% 0%0%

What is your opinion of Alternative 3 within the central segment?


A. B. C. D. E.

0% 0% 0%0%0%

What is your opinion of the Improve Existing Alternative for the central

segment?A. Strongly supportB. Support somewhatC. NeutralD. Somewhat opposedE. Strongly opposed

A. B. C. D. E.

0% 0% 0%0%0%

What is your opinion of the No-Build Alternative?


A. B. C. D. E.

0% 0% 0%0%0%

Technical Evaluations & Results

Stormwater Analysis & Pond SitingGeneral: Potential pond sites located on the display

boards are based on a preliminary look at the drainage needs.

These pond sight locations and sizes will be refined as the preferred alternative is selected

Eastern And Western Section Plan to use roadside drainage ditches. Drainage ponds will be used if additional

capacity is needed.Central Segment Urbanized intersection treatment of US 301 / C-470 Closed drainage (Curb & gutter) Ponds shown on displays for each alternative.

UtilitiesWestern Segment: SECO Distribution lines City of Bushnell 12-inch water main, South Side R/W Brighthouse Aerial and Underground lines Centurylink South Side R/WCentral Segment: SECO Transmission & Distribution lines Brighthouse Underground lines Verizon/MCI Underground fiber City of Bushnell 4-inch force main, West Side R/W City of Bushnell 10-inch water main, East Side R/WEastern Segment: Duke Major Transmission on North Side SECO Transmission lines Brighthouse Aerial and Underground lines Level 3 Underground fiber

Environmental EvaluationsSocial/Economic

No impacts to existing community services

Likely to facilitate additional economic activity

Enhanced overall mobility

Natural/Physical/Cultural Wetlands

Threatened & Endangered Species

Floodplains

Cultural & Historic

Contamination

Noise

Air Quality

Right-of-Way RequirementsAlternative

1Alternative

2Alternative

3Improve Existing

Parcels impacted: (#)

‐Residential 12 10 10 25

‐Commercial 5 5 4 9

‐Total 82 72 69 93

Potential relocations: (#)

‐Residential 1 0 10 0

‐Commercial 0 0 0 0

‐Total 1 0 10 0

Cultural ResourcesCorridor Review Architectural history review is complete:

one eligible resource identified, the Seaboard Coast Line Railroad.

Archaeological testing nearly complete, lab analysis underway.

Sumterville Cemetery: Avoidance of property with all options GPR survey along northern and

southern margins upcoming to confirm no issues

Overview: No major concerns specific to

the alternatives evaluated Cultural Resources Assessment

Survey in progress

Listed Species Assessment

Corridor Review Project area surveyed for sand skink habitat, none present. Project area surveyed for scrub-jay habitat, none present. American Kestrel Survey – Deferred to design phase

Gopher Tortoise Survey: Completed in May 2016 Presence observed throughout the project area Induces need to conduct survey for Eastern Indigo Snake

during construction

Overview: No major concerns specific to

the alternatives evaluated Endangered Species Biological

Assessment to be developed for preferred alternative

Contamination Screening

Initial Alternatives Review Contamination database review of alternatives complete Shady Brook Golf & RV Resort listed as high risk due to

potential for pesticide and herbicides. Level 2 assessments required for design on Medium and

High risk sites

Contamination Screening Evaluation Report to be developed for the preferred alternative

Alternative Low Risk Medium Risk High Risk

Improve Existing 11 7 5

Alternative 1 6 5 5

Alternative 2 7 6 5

Alternative 3 6 5 5

Estimated costs

Cost Item

No‐Build

Alternative 1

Alternative2

Alternative 3

Improve Existing

Design $0 $5.1 M $5.0 M $4.9 M $5.1 M

Right‐of‐Way $0 $19.9 M $21.8 M $17.2 M $17.4 M

Construction $0 $43.4 M $42.8 M $41.7 M $ 43.5 M

Total (Design & Construction)

$0 $68.4 M $69.6 M $63.8 M $66.0 M

Evaluation Matrix

Next Steps

Public Kick-off Meeting

(Held Sept 2015)

•Explain the study process•Receive public input•Give interested persons an opportunity to get

involved with the study

Alternatives Public Meeting

(June 2016)

•Present and explain the study alternatives

•Discuss additional alternatives or alternative variations to be considered

•Receive public input

Public Hearing(Anticipated

October 2017)

•Present and explain the preferred alternative•Compare the preferred alternative to the

no-build scenario•Receive public input

Public Meetings

Tonight

Schedule Overview

Public meeting

Anticipated study completion

Future Phases:Design: Funded for FY 2020Right-of-way: TBDConstruction: TBD

Engage in conversation with study team staff during tonight’s meeting

Fill out comment form– Drop in comment box– Mail by June 27, 2016 to be included

with public alternatives meeting summary

– You may comment anytime during the study

Email to study team Comment on project website:

www.C-470Study.com Presentation poll questions

Your input is important!

Mary McGeheeFDOT Project Manager

719 South Woodland BoulevardDeLand, FL 32720

(386) [email protected]

Greg Moore, PEStudy Team Project Manager

225 East Robinson Street, Suite 300Orlando, FL 32801

(407) [email protected]

For more information about the project, please visit www.C-470Study.com

Thank you!

Contact Information:

ATTACHMENT D: BROCHURE

ATTACHMENT E: DISPLAY MATERIALS

ATTACHMENT F: WRITTEN COMMENTS

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From: Doyle, NikkiSent: Tuesday, June 28, 2016 8:46 AMTo: Villavicencio-Ortiz, SophiaSubject: FW: C-470 Study Website Submit

Here is another comment. This one was submitted via website. Nikki Doyle Transportation Analyst P 407.982.4476 www.vhb.com From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, June 27, 2016 7:49 PM To: [email protected]; Moore, Gregory <[email protected]>; Doyle, Nikki <[email protected]> Subject: C‐470 Study Website Submit Name : Charles Hook Email : [email protected] updates : yes Message : I live on CR 528 and have concerns with commercial truck traffic that will be routed. down CR 528 from 471 to 301 on your alternative 1 design . Submit : Submit Message Email sent by VHB QuickMail.NET

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EETING SUMMARY Time Public...2016/06/16 · The meeting was held on Thursday, June 16, 2016 at Lake Panasoffkee Recreation Park East Wing Meeting Room, 1589 County Road 459 in Lake